By Adam Roberts – 2/9/2021 Those of you wondering over the last few years why it might have seemed that so many baseballs were flying over ballpark fences must feel some vindication this morning. Essentially admitting that baseballs have been juiced to drive up dinger totals, Major League Baseball is making changes to its baseballs…… Continue Reading »
By Adam Roberts – 2/8/2021 The Minnesota Vikings appear to have pretty much all of their coaching openings filled with news today first reported by the NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero that Klint Kubiak will be the team’s new offensive coordinator. Klint takes over for his father Gary, who retired from coaching after the past season.…… Continue Reading »
By Adam Roberts – 2/8/2021 While Leroy Butler’s induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame will have to unjustly wait a little longer, one former Packer IS on his way to Canton. Former Packers and Raiders cornerback Charles Woodson was among the likes of Peyton Manning and Calvin Johnson to be inducted into the…… Continue Reading »
By Adam Roberts – 2/8/2021 Jim Brown, Johnny Unitas, Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Brett Favre, and Aaron Rodgers. These are the players in NFL history who have won three Most Valuable Player awards in their careers, with Rodgers joining the list over the weekend. Rodgers was voted MVP by 44 of the 50 voters on…… Continue Reading »
By Adam Roberts – 2/5/2021 Today would have been the 87th birthday of Hammerin’ Hank Aaron, one of the all-time greats not just in Milwaukee sports history, but the history of major league baseball. Also today, the state’s governor took time to recognize that fact, as well as Aaron’s recent passing, with an official declaration.…… Continue Reading »
By Adam Roberts – 2/5/2021 The Badger football team, and the rest of the Big Ten, unveiled their revised conference game schedule today. The unveiling changes some of the home/away sites for the 2021 season and updates some of the crossover matchups. Here is a look at who Wisconsin will play and when next season:…… Continue Reading »
By Adam Roberts – 2/5/2021 Since the departure of Prince Fielder, the Milwaukee Brewers have been in a seemingly endless search for his replacement at first base. Since 2012, the team has gone through a revolving door of starers, including names like Corey Hart, Yuniesky Betancourt, Mary Reynolds, Chris Carter, Adam Lind, Eric Thames, Jesus…… Continue Reading »
By Adam Roberts – 2/4/2021 In obvious news that you need to know, the nation’s most visible expert in the fight against COVID-19 is highly advising against gathering for Super Bowl parties as the pandemic continues. Dr. Anthony Fauci is telling Americans to pass on big game parties and “just law low” this Sunday. President…… Continue Reading »
By Adam Roberts – 2/4/2021 300+ days since their last contest, Kent Dernbach’s UW-La Crosse men’s basketball team didn’t need much motivation to come out swinging against UW Eau Claire. The Eagles, by a combination of stout defense and aggressive paint play, opened their abridged 8-game schedule with a 62-43 victory over the Blugolds. Sophomore…… Continue Reading »
By Adam Roberts – 2/3/2021 Both of our area pro baseball teams made notable moves today. This morning we learned the Minnesota Twins would be bringing back designated hitter Nelson Cruz for another year at a price tag of 13 million dollars, and then this afternoon the Brewers looked to bolster their infield. Per both…… Continue Reading »