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Stating the Obvious: The Chicago White Sox DON'T SUCK!
Remember when the Chicago White Sox were festering refuse poorly resembling a baseball team? Remember when they actually lost twenty games in a row? Remember when they were on the verge of breaking the record for most losses in a season, and they actually did by finishing with one hundred and twenty-one losses?!
By Clyde E. Dawkins4 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Moves to Finals with Win Over Somers
Scroll to end for photos After jumping out to a 3-0 lead in the first inning in the Section One semifinals, the Wolves were looking at a collapse in the bottom of the fifth at Somers. Second and third with nobody out in a one run game, Julia Gieras definitely had her hands full in the circle, and even worse, the freshman couldn’t pull from past performance on such a big stage. But her battery mate could not tell.
By Rich Monetti4 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay’s Season Comes to end with 3-1 Loss in Section Finals
Scroll to end for photos In a 15-5 season, the Wolves still saw their share of disappointment. Suffering a series of walk off homers, the heartbreaks didn’t deter, according to Laney Daly. “Those losses, they made us grow closer,” said the senior. “We took those as opportunities to learn.” And the curriculum brought them all the way to the section finals versus Pearl River on Sunday May 31. But even the best students have to face that the lesson must come to an end.
By Rich Monetti4 months ago in Unbalanced
Knicks Fever Meets Security Concerns: The Debate Over Public Celebrations in New York
The New York Knicks' remarkable journey to the NBA Finals has given basketball fans across the city a reason to celebrate. For the first time in decades, New York finds itself at the center of the basketball world, with Madison Square Garden once again serving as the stage for one of sports' biggest events. The excitement has energized neighborhoods, packed sports bars, and united fans from all walks of life.
By Mr How4 months ago in Unbalanced
American League West Check-In (6/9/2026)
Greetings, baseball nerds! I'm back with another update of how the teams in the American League West have fared over the past month. We're nearly halfway through the first half of the season, with the All-Star Game in Philadelphia taking place next month. You must be wondering why I'm solely focusing on this division. Covering all teams from the rest of the league would be too time consuming. Plus, the AL West right now is a tight race. So, let's check up on these teams.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 4 months ago in Unbalanced
Trump Makes NBA History as First Sitting President to Attend the Finals
The NBA Finals are known for producing unforgettable moments. Championship-winning shots, legendary performances, and dramatic comebacks often dominate the headlines. Yet during Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals, history was made before the opening tip even took place. President Donald Trump attended the game at Madison Square Garden, becoming the first sitting president in American history to attend an NBA Finals contest.
By Mr How4 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay has No Mercy on Byram Hills
Scroll to end for articles On Friday May 22, John Jay faced Byram Hills in round one of the sectionals, and starter Julia Gieras admitted to being a little nervous. The feeling didn't last, though. "That went away as soon as I hit the circle," said the freshman, and the visitors could definitely attest.
By Rich Monetti4 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Falls to Pearl River Small Ball
Scroll to end for Photos After falling behind 3-0 in the second inning, John Jay fought back to tie in the bottom of the fifth. So Jacob Storch confidently came to the mound in the sixth and pitched great, according to Coach Ted Lawrence. Not one ball left the infield but proximity remarkably fell short.
By Rich Monetti4 months ago in Unbalanced
The Mild, Mild AL West
I may have been laser focused on the Stanley Cup and NBA Playoffs, but I have been keeping an eye on the 2026 MLB season as well. I've spent the last month or so wondering what my first baseball story of 2026 would be, and I had a few candidates. After seeing quite the oddity in the standings yesterday, I just had to chose this as my story: the American League West being mid so far.
By Clyde E. Dawkins5 months ago in Unbalanced
The Controversial Case of Wander Franco. Content Warning.
As a writer on Vocal, I do my best to encourage everyone to learn sone lessons and take something away from certain stories I write about. The following topic for this story needs to be discussed without being sugar-coated. We'll be talking about Wander Franco, the disgraced MLB player. I use the word disgraced heavily, simply because of what he did. Then, I'll address parents and baseball fans. Finally, I'll share my thoughts towards the end. This story will mention sexual abuse and may not be suitable for all readers, so please read at your own discretion. Before we get to the latest news involving Wander Franco, let's learn more about his life and career.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 5 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Golfers Hoping to Finish Strong
Scroll to end for photos On Monday April 27, John Jay got into the swing with Fox Lane at Waccabuc Country Club and hoped to improve their 4-3 record. A respectable mark, according to Asher Barnett, the Wolf employed a golfer mentality to the halfway point of the season.
By Rich Monetti5 months ago in Unbalanced
