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Top Switch-Hitters of All Time
Hitting a baseball from one side of the plate is hard enough, but batters who can mash from both sides of the plate belong in a special kind of group. To be able to switch-hit is so incredibly valuable that many players on this list are in the Hall of Fame.
Rob GordonPublished 6 years ago in UnbalancedBest First Overall Picks in NHL History
Whenever you're taken first in the NHL draft, a lot of expectations are attached to you. First overall picks are generally tasked with saving a franchise and becoming the centerpiece of a rebuilding movement that lasts years. Usually, who the first overall pick will be is decided months before the actual draft. That is not always the case though, with many asking who should the New Jersey Devils take in 2017.
Jesse KinneyPublished 6 years ago in UnbalancedCavs Beat Raptors 113-112 in OT
The Cleveland Cavaliers gained a 1-0 lead after what would be a close game. The Cavs beat the Raptors 113-112 in overtime. The Raptors looked like they would hold onto their lead, but the Cavs came back and won.
Davion MoorePublished 6 years ago in UnbalancedGreatest NFL Head Coaches in History
There are multiple eras in the NFL where teams have had to persevere, whether it's a color barrier or player strikes, it's the coach behind that effort. We've seen several dynasties over the years, including Chuck Noll's Pittsburgh Steelers and Bill Belichick's New England Patriots. There have been many successful head coaches, but only few can be considered the greatest of all time. These coaches led through grit, determination, and creativity to become the greatest NFL head coaches in history.
Chris GennonePublished 6 years ago in UnbalancedLeBron James Scores 45 as Cavs Beat Pacers
Yesterday, the Cleveland Cavaliers were on the verge of elimination. The Cavaliers found themselves in a win or go home situation. If the Cavs wanted to advance, this game was a must win. The Cavs prevailed and beat the Pacers 105-101 to close out the series.
Davion MoorePublished 6 years ago in UnbalancedBest NHL Goalies of All Time
It is almost impossible to win the Stanley Cup without an all-star goaltender, especially in today's NHL. Regardless of how many chances you create or goals you score, it is all for naught if you can't keep the puck out of your net. Goaltenders are the last line of defense. They can keep you in games, steal an important series, or even lead you all the way to the promised land of winning a Stanley Cup. The best NHL goalies of all-time have accomplished all three of those feats and they did it without breaking a sweat.
Jesse KinneyPublished 6 years ago in UnbalancedAleksandr Ovetchkine, Killin’ It Since the Beginning
Saturday, April 28, 2018 As a big hockey fan, more specifically a Washington Capitals’ fan, I followed Aleksandr Ovetchkine’s career and I have been completely amazed year after year.
Charlie GarciaPublished 6 years ago in Unbalanced2018 Patriots Draft
The NFL Draft. Three days of intense excitement, if you are a year-round football fanatic, like me. A ton of drama, sometimes better than your mother’s soap operas. The 2018 Draft was no different.
Jenna LoganPublished 6 years ago in UnbalancedNFL Draft Results and Review
1. Cleveland Browns: Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield Passing on Carson Wentz and Deshaun Watson has been a curse to the Browns who haven’t picked the right quarterback since 2000. Here is them finding their future quarterback in Baker Mayfield.
Logan StovesPublished 6 years ago in UnbalancedSuperstars Who Deserve a Title Before WrestleMania 35
With WrestleMania 34 coming to an end a few weeks ago, there are several WWE superstars who could win a WWE title before WrestleMania 35 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Logan StovesPublished 6 years ago in Unbalanced- Top Story - April 2018
The Road Not Taken
It’s rare that a team is able to build itself through the draft and find a bonafide superstar to anchor the franchise. The Seattle Supersonics turned Oklahoma City Thunder were able to find three in as many consecutive drafts from 2007-2009 with Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden. The Thunder had the makings of being perennial championship contenders for years to come. They achieved great team success during their time together, including an NBA Finals appearance; the only one in OKC’s franchise history. After their successful 2012 season, Harden was traded to the Houston Rockets after being unable to reach a contract agreement. This was the end for them as a trio, who at one point was walking down the same path of greatness together are now playing on opposing sides, going after the same goal.
Chauncey BalsomPublished 6 years ago in Unbalanced Worst MLB Free Agent Signings of All Time
Aside from winning the World Series or beating a sworn rival, I'm not sure anything in baseball is as exciting as free agency. This is especially true when there is a lot of talent on the market, and you're unsure if your team will make a big move or not. It keeps you alert and on the edge of your seat the entire offseason. As soon as you hear your team signed one of those stars, you're excited, for like a minute.
Connor BrightonPublished 6 years ago in Unbalanced