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Frustration Nation: Ep 33 Now Live 7/21!

On this BIIIIIIIIIIIIIIG episode, we discuss the news that the BIIIIIIIIIIIIIIG 10 is playing only in-conference games.  There are also BIIIIIIIIIIIIIIG changes underway for the Detroit Pistons with new front office personnel and a farewell to an old friend.  With baseball season upon us, we draft our top 5 ballpark

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Chicago Cubs Quick Takes: Summer Camp Edition Part 2

The 2nd Round of the Crosstown classic had the Chicago Cubs head to Guaranteed Rate (Comisky) Park. The White Sox ending up winning 5-3 and Yu Darvish pitched well despite the rough start. He allowed 5 runs in the bottom of the 1st inning against the first five batters he

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Chicago Cubs Quick takes: Summer Camp Edition

The Chicago Cubs lost the first round of the Cross Town Classic to the Chicago White Sox falling 7-3. Here are a couple take aways from the game: Rizzo out, Caratini in Anthony Rizzo was out for the first game of exhibition due to lower back tightness. Victor Caratini was

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Jason Kipnis Officially Added to Cubs Opening Day Roster

These days are exciting for sports fans everywhere, since baseball is set to return on Thursday, July 23rd featuring a game between the New York Yankees and the reigning champs, Washington Nationals. These days are equally exciting for Chicago Cubs’ second baseman, Jason Kipnis. Kipnis, who has spent the first

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Video: Chicago Cubs name Kyle Hendricks Opening Day Starter

Hendricks has been one of the Cubs most consistent pitchers since his major league debut in 2014. The right-hander, acquired in the July 2012 trade that sent Ryan Dempster to Texas, is 63-43 with a 3.14 ERA in 163 games over six seasons. It’s the first opening-day start

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Wacky Wednesday News: Cubs' Jose Quintana hurt washing dishes, has surgery

Chicago Cubs left-hander Jose Quintana needed surgery to repair a laceration he suffered washing dishes. He needed five stitches! I don’t know about you, but this has to be one of this has to be in the top 10 of “accidental injuries athletes have made” Quintana is expected to

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OTC 7/8 - Slunt Vision, Cancel Culture is Back, Sports Updates, & Special Announcement!

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The Chicago Cubs 2020 60 Game Sprint Schedule is Now Released!

Who’s excited for baseball? It just doesn’t feel like summer. For me, I’d usually be at the left field bleachers at Wrigley Field with beers in hand and chanting Right field sucks! I know it will be different this year, but at least there will be some

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Wrigley Field Utilized for COVID-19 efforts

Since there is no baseball or concerts, various venues are looking to be impactful for this pandemic. As we seen earlier this year, the United Center has been a hub for the past couple weeks. Although, The Bulls and Blackhawks would be normally competing this time of year. Currently, the

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The Huffington Troll- Aubrey Huff

Since 2020 started, ex San Francisco Giants player Aubrey Huff has been in the news. In February, he was not invited to the 10 year reunion for the 2010 World Series Championship at the White house. He quickly responded back. > My response to @SFGiants [https://twitter.com/SFGiants?ref_src=

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Slugfest in Scottsdale- Cubs 16, Giants 3

What a day for Spring Training baseball! It is still pretty early in Spring training, but the Cubs brought their A game. “Play to Win. The Cubs win 16-3 over the Giants and this is the type of baseball I love to see! This game did not include Kris Bryant.

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Chicago Cubs Opening Day Issues

As the weather gets warmer and St Patty’s day is upon us, that means one thing. Baseball is upon us! While watching some Spring Training Games on the Marquee Network, I saw some potential decisions that have to be made before opening day! With just two weeks left to

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Tim Tebow to Play in World Baseball Classic qualifiers representing the Philippines

As I was scrolling down my timeline, this caught my eye! Tim Tebow is a former Heisman Trophy Winner, and currently plays for the New York Mets minor league. Next month he will be representing the Philippines for the World Baseball Classic Qualifiers. To tie this all together, his parents

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Gerrit Cole Quickly Distances Himself After World Series Loss

Looks like Garrit Cole will not be returning to Houston in 2020. > “I’m not employed by the team,” declared the right-hander, who then relented, “I guess as a representative of myself …” and placed himself in front of a group of reporters.

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Shoot Your Shot Sports: Hottie of the Week- Meet Astros George Springer's Wife

You have to give it up for George Springer. His team is on the verge of going to the World Series. Not to mention, his wife is smoking hot and loves him and supports him. Check her out on her IG: @charlisespringer

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Triple Up Thursday: Pick of the day (08/22/2019)

I have a good feeling about today! Today’s picks will be Indians/Mets OVER 8.5 Rockies ML White Sox ML Let’s triple up and win some money today! Yesterday’s game was soooo close! I think all these will get you straight through to the weekend for

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Winner Circle Wednesday: Pick of the Day (08/21/2019)

There are a lot of good games today. The one the caught my eye was the Yankees and Athletics game. Today’s pick: Yankees +105 I like the pitching and since the Yankees are at home they have a big advantage. Even though the Athletics are on a tear right

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Two for Tuesday: Pick of the Day: 08/20/2019

Alright it was a close game last night. We were close, but no cigar. Today- it’s time to change it around! Here are the picks for today: Washington Nationals -150 New York Mets +136

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Monday: Pick of the Day (08/19/2019)

This weekend was not good I got crushed on baseball! Time to go back to the basics! Cincinnati Reds -157 > The Cincinnati Reds had a chance to make a move in the National League Central over the weekend but failed to take full advantage while splitting a four-game set with

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Triple up Thursday: (Picks for 08/15/2019)

Rough day yesterday, the New York Met’s almost pulled off a come back win. That’s what happens when you bet the underdog! Today we have 3 picks for you: Arizona Diamondbacks -155 Minnesota Twins -160 Cleveland Indians +150 This is a BRUTAL season- can’ t wait until Football

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Winner Circle Wednesday: Pick of the Day (08/14/2019)

Welcome to the Winner Circle! Boston Red Sox: WIN Minnesota Twins: WIN I hope you all had a BIG taco party after this win….. Alright time for the Winner Circle Wednesday Pick of the day: New York Mets +117

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Two for Tuesday: Picks of the day (08/13/2019)

What’s better than Taco Tuesday?! 2 for Tuesday Picks! Boston +103 Minnesota Twins +135 We’re going under dogs today! Let’s go! Once you win these bets award yourself with some tacos for Taco Tuesday!

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Monday: Pick of the day (08/12/2019)

Alright, it’s time to win some money after this crazy weekend. Here is my pick of the day: Angels -145 Coming out of their slump it looks like the Angels are on the come up. They have won the last 2 and are looking for win #3 and this

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Bill Walton calling a Chicago White Sox game?!

I’m not sure how I feel about this… > ? BILL WALTON AND @jasonbenetti [https://twitter.com/jasonbenetti?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw] CALLING A WHITE SOX GAME?! ? This is about to be the greatest ? broadcast ? ever ? pic.twitter.com/NtAATC8aCb [https://t.co/NtAATC8aCb] — White Sox Talk (@NBCSWhiteSox) August 9, 2019

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White Sox Vs Yankees to play at Field of Dreams

This is why I love baseball!! The New York Yankees and the Chicago White Sox will play at the field where Field of Dreams was shot in Dyersville, Iowa in 2020. There will be a ballpark that will be temporarily built for around 8000 people. Is this heaven? > Is this