Day: June 25, 2018

Enough is enough, the MLB must redesign the first-base bagEnough is enough, the MLB must redesign the first-base bag

On Sunday night, the red-hot Philadelphia Phillies played the star-studded Washington Nationals in a nationally televised game with major implications in the division standings. The Nats erased a four-run deficit to secure a thrilling 8-6 victory, but a scary moment in the top of the eighth stood out the most in the eyes of this writer. A few innings after a 40-minute rain delay, Philadelphia third baseman Maikel Franco hit a sharp grounder to second that infielder Wilmer Difo had a tough time handling. Franco ran the ball out and Difo threw it wide, handing him an easy single. However, when Franco stepped on first, his right foot slipped off the bag. The third baseman’s leg locked up and he

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LeBron James’ biggest free agency options may suddenly be drying up around himLeBron James’ biggest free agency options may suddenly be drying up around him

One week before NBA free agency begins, it appears as if LeBron James’ options may be getting even tighter. James is expected to decline his player option to become a free agent. The Cleveland Cavaliers remain an option for James, but rumors and reports have linked James to teams like the Los Angeles Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Houston Rockets. One huge aspect of James’ next move will be figuring out where he can best contend for another championship. With the Golden State Warriors ruling the NBA, James presumably needs to team up with other stars to have a realistic chance of competing, regardless of where he lands. However, with free agency nearing, it appears as though some of James’ best

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