Category Archives: Current Stories

Minor League pitches may wear helmets in future

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Danny Malter

After Doug Fister of the Detroit Tigers was drilled in the head with a line drive during game two of the 2012 World Series, Major League Baseball has decided that minor league pitchers may start to be enforced to wear padded baseball caps next season. Continue reading →

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NHL lockout pushed back

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Danny Malter

The NHLPA and league commissioner, Gary Bettman, do not seem to be making much progress as the NHL season has been pushed back to the very least November 1. Continue reading →

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Tebowing Trademark

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Danny Malter

Tim Tebow’s marketing agency has official trademarked “Tebowing”, according to DeadSpin.com. Continue reading →

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Lawsuit Against Electronic Arts

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Danny Malter

As ridiculous at it sounds, Electronic Arts may have to pay its customers for buying one of their Madden NFL video games from the years 2005 – June 21, 2012. Continue reading →

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Ethiopians Dominate Chicago Marathon

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Danny Malter

Through history of the Chicago Marathon, it has become a race dominated by Kenyans, especially in the past nine years. Continue reading →

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Former Penn State assistant seeks $4 million from school

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Danny Malter

Mick McQuery, former Penn State assistant football coach, has filed a civil suit against the university. Continue reading →

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The Presidential Debate: Baseball Quiz

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Danny Malter

How well do you know you presidents and professional baseball players? Aaron Zelinsky of the Huffington Post has put together an article called, “The Presidential Debate: Baseball Quiz”. Continue reading →

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NHL lockout costing league millions

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Danny Malter

The NHL lockout has continued into the preseason and may even cost teams some regular season games. Continue reading →

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Notre Dame-Michigan soon to be gone

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Danny Malter

Notre Dames recently moved to the ACC for all sports except football and hockey, however the football team did agree to play five games against ACC teams. Continue reading →

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Notre Dame to join ACC, except football and hockey

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Danny Malter

Notre dame has announced that they are leaving the Big East to play in the ACC for all sports except football and hockey. Continue reading →

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Duke’s Thomas treading deep water with NCAA

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Danny Malter

Lance Thomas, a former Duke University basketball player, is being sued by a New York jewelry company, Rafaello and Co., for not paying a complete payment on his $97,800 five piece jewelry set. Continue reading →

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Sandusky has regrets

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Danny Malter

Jerry Sandusky, former Penn State football coach, has regrets about not testifying at his child sex abuse trial. Continue reading →

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Pippen ends holdout

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Danny Malter

After a nearly two week holdout, the former Chicago Bull and 1992 Dream Team member, Scottie Pippen, has accepted a deal with 2K Sports. Continue reading →

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University of Utah’s American Indiana Mascot

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Danny Malter

In an attempt to be more respectful towards the Ute Indian tribe, Dr. Chris Hill, the Athletic Director at the University of Utah has asked his fans to become more “sensitive”. Continue reading →

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Lance Armstrong concedes battle; but not findings

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Roy Kessel

Lance Armstrong is done arguing his case and ready to move on with his life.  The decision has broad implications as Armstrong’s decision comes with a potential life time ban and loss of titles. Armstrong has made the decision in … finish reading Lance Armstrong concedes battle; but not findings

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Michigan Running Back Pleads Guilty

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Danny Malter

Michigan running back Fitgerald Toussaint has pleaded guilty to operating while visually impaired.  Not a good time for the Wolverines as they prepare for their big showdown with Alabama ESPN: Michigan Running Back Pleads Guilty Sports Illustrated: Lesser charge for … finish reading Michigan Running Back Pleads Guilty

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FTB Daily Digest, January 30, 2012

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Roy Kessel

As we get ready for Super Bowl week there will be non-stop coverage of the NFL But a couple interesting perspectives here about the lessons from the Penn State and Syracuse situations. Also a great chart I use in speaking … finish reading FTB Daily Digest, January 30, 2012

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Asian Football Confederation allows hijab

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Roy Kessel

The Asian Football Confederation has urged soccer’s rule-making body to approve a headscarf with new safety features for use by Islamic female players. AFC acting chief Zhang Jilong said in a statement Monday that a favorable decision when the International … finish reading Asian Football Confederation allows hijab

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Boatwright attorney attacks NCAA process

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Roy Kessel

One of the hallmarks of our judicial system is the fact that you have the opportunity to defend yourself. This includes knowing what the charges are and who made the allegations. Unfortunately, in many NCAA investigations this does not occur.  … finish reading Boatwright attorney attacks NCAA process

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Dodgers ownership bidding groups cut to five

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Roy Kessel

Though Blackstone and sources close to McCourt have remained tightlipped throughout the process, ESPNLosAngeles.com has identified, through conversations with various sources, five groups which are known to have advanced: • The group headed by Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson and … finish reading Dodgers ownership bidding groups cut to five

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