How To Fix Baseball in 2024

You’ve got Shohei Ohtani doing things never seen before, Aaron Judge chasing Roger Maris and Barry Bonds, and Paul Skenes impacting the game as a rookie in a way even Caitlin Clark hasn’t. And last I looked, 10 teams in each league had refused to hoist the white flag on the postseason with an exciting…

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Stampeders switch QBs in hopes of revenge against Elks

Jun 15, 2023; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Quarteback Jake Maier of the Calgary Stampeders (12) is forced to play from the end zone following a failed drive by the Ottawa Redblacks in the first half at TD Place. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images After a poor Labor Day performance, the Calgary Stampeders will start Logan Bonner…

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Packers, Eagles Would Glady Punt on NFL Brazil Game

The NFL widened its gaping foothold on the country’s sporting conscious when Thursday’s season opener came down to a toe. Bedlam swirled before and after replay found that Baltimore Ravens receiver Isaiah Likely clearly touched the tip of his cleat out of bounds upon snagging a would-be touchdown pass as time expired. Football was back—in…

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Jessica Pegula stages comeback to reach U.S. Open final

Sept 5 2024; Flushing, NY, USA; Jessica Pegula (USA) reacts after beating Karolina Muchova (CZE) on day eleven of the 2024 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images Jessica Pegula overcame a slow start, pulling off a stunning comeback to beat Karolina Muchova 1-6, 6-4,…

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Chiefs hold off Ravens (by a toe) in thrilling season opener

Sep 5, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (4) runs the ball as Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith (0) defends during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images Kansas City rookie first-round pick Xavier Worthy caught a 35-yard touchdown and ran for…

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Mets take on Reds, try to keep pace in wild-card race

Sep 4, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets left fielder Brandon Nimmo (9) and center fielder Harrison Bader (44) and right fielder Tyrone Taylor (15) celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images Even though they didn’t play, the New York Mets continued their…

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Rested Royals prepare for critical series vs. Twins

Sep 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Lucas Erceg (60) celebrates with catcher Freddy Fermin (34) after the win over the Cleveland Guardians at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images A rested and relieved Kansas City Royals squad welcomes the visiting Minnesota Twins on Friday, opening a three-game series between…

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Astros begin critical homestand vs. Diamondbacks

Houston Astros left fielder Yordan Alvarez (44) walks back to the dugout after striking out in the seventh inning of the MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and Houston Astros at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024. After a four-game sweep of the Kansas City Royals last weekend, the Astros went…

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After timely day off, Brewers begin series vs. Rockies

Sep 4, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Jackson Chourio (11) breaks his bat while hitting a double during the fourth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images A day off came at a good time for the Milwaukee Brewers, who ventured into extra innings…

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