Maryland has churned out a plethora of successful athletes with big names such as BabeRuth, Cal Ripkin Jr., and Michael Phelps having been born there. Although there are many whoclaim Maryland as their hometown, there are quite a few athletes who used the state as aspringboard for their professional careers. The University of Maryland maintains a fairly impressive athletic … [Read more...] about Five former Terps doing big things in the Pros
Archives for September 2023
Opinion: Night Classes Should Be Illegal in the Fall
The NFL season kicks off with a primetime matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Detroit Lions tonight at 8:20 Eastern. As great as a night like this is, it reminds me of something that should be federal law across the land: classes that end after 4PM pacific should be illegal during the fall. Think about it, you’re a college student and a football fan, how likely are … [Read more...] about Opinion: Night Classes Should Be Illegal in the Fall
AL East Notes: Adam, Blue Jays, Wells
Per Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times, Rays right-hander Jason Adam was unavailable during tonight’s 7-6 loss to the Guardians due to an oblique strain that will send him to the injured list. Adam hasn’t pitched since August 27 due to the issue. It’s another devastating injury for Tampa’s pitching staff, which has already lost three of its five opening day rotation members for … [Read more...] about AL East Notes: Adam, Blue Jays, Wells
The Forgotten Gem: Tyus Bowser
What’s the definition of a hidden Gem? Something that isn’t well known or popular. But, has something special or unique about it that inspires positive feelings.Tyus Bowser fits that definition very well for the Baltimore Ravens. Let me explain my reasoning behind Tyus Bowser being the Ravens “Hidden Gem.” Tyus Bowser was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 2017 out of Houston. … [Read more...] about The Forgotten Gem: Tyus Bowser
Baltimore Ravens’ roster comparison: 2022 vs. 2023 defense
The Ravens are entering the 2023 NFL season with growing expectations as an under-the-radar Super Bowl contender with just as many questions as star players. Lamar Jackson returns with a massive chip on his shoulders after signing a 5-year, $260 million contract extension during the offseason. Critics and pundits wonder if Odell Beckham Jr. can stay healthy, while Rashod … [Read more...] about Baltimore Ravens’ roster comparison: 2022 vs. 2023 defense