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Chicago White Sox: 6 biggest draft busts since 2005

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • April 3, 2020

After a painful rebuild that saw the White Sox limp to a 100-loss campaign two seasons ago, the Pale Hose appear primed for a return to postseason contention. Unfortunately, a novel pandemic postponed...

REPORT: Bulls to begin front office overhaul

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • April 3, 2020

The Chicago Bulls are actively searching for a new general manager, according to Bulls senior writer Darnell Mayberry. Mayberry reports the Bulls requested permission to interview Indiana Pacers general...

Todd McShay lists only one player as “Tier 1” draft prospect

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • April 1, 2020

According to ESPN Senior Writer Todd McShay, the 2020 NFL Draft features only one “Tier 1 prospect.” McShay grades Ohio State defensive end Chase Young as a 95 on the strength of his “special”...

WATCH: Austin Theory almost kills Montez Ford

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • March 30, 2020

NXT newcomer Austin Theory made his main roster debut on the March 30 edition of Monday Night Raw, replacing United States Champion Andrade, who is reportedly out with a rib injury. Theory teamed with...

Ranking the greatest matches in Wrestlemania history

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • March 30, 2020

From Hulk Hogan’s groundshaking body slam to Seth Rollins’ infamous Money in the Bank cash-in, iconic moments and legendary contests helped morph Wrestlemania into the must-see, nostalgia-driven spectacle...

How Ryan Pace once again whiffed on securing the Bears’ franchise quarterback

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • March 29, 2020

Entering the 2020 NFL offseason, the Chicago Bears desperately needed help at the quarterback position. With the winds of regression dancing around incumbent starter Mitchell Trubisky, the Bears appeared...

Chicago Bears: Five biggest draft busts of the past decade

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • March 28, 2020

Bears general manager Ryan Pace is recognized for his ability to identify late-round talent. To date, Pace discovered Jordan Howard, Eddie Jackson, Tarik Cohen, Nick Kwiatkowski, Adrian Amos and Bilal...

PGA Tour offers cash advances to pro golfers ranked in top-150

Daniel J. Lane, Writer • March 28, 2020

A March 27 memo written by Senior Vice President and Chief of Operations of the PGA Tour Tyler Dennis outlines a PGA Tour decision allowing golfers ranked No. 1-150 to take a cash advance of up to $100,000...

It’s time to postpone Wrestlemania

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • March 28, 2020

When Drew McIntyre deposited Roman Reigns over the top rope to win the 2020 Royal Rumble, it was a crowning achievement for the once-embattled superstar. Previously anointed by WWE CEO Vince McMahon as...

REPORT: Key performer withdraws from Wrestlemania

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • March 26, 2020

WWE superstar Roman Reigns will not compete at Wrestlemania 36, according to Ryan Satin Pro Wrestling Sheet. Reigns was scheduled to contest Goldberg for the Universal Championship. The four-time WWE ...

Revisiting Asuka vs. Charlotte at Wrestlemania 34 two years later

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • March 24, 2020

"The streak of Asuka is over!" Tom Phillip’s now-haunting declaration will forever haunt WWE's "Empress of Tomorrow." Upon her promotion to WWE's main roster in the fall of 2018, Asuka's vaunted undefeated...

Ranking the White Sox’ best leadoff options

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief • March 22, 2020

With Spring Training on hiatus amid growing concern surrounding coronavirus COVID-19, the White Sox' return to relevance has been temporarily postponed. However, with an abundance of tantalizing pieces...