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UNDER REVIEW | Harden, Antetokounmpo in 2-Man Race for MVP

UNDER REVIEW | Harden, Antetokounmpo in 2-Man Race for MVP

By Jeff Swanson April 10, 2019

The 2018-19 NBA season featured truly spectacular performances from some of the biggest stars in the game. A number of pages in the NBA record book were rewritten this season, but now comes the challenge...

SWANSON | The MLBs Surprise Contender

SWANSON | The MLB’s Surprise Contender

By Jeff Swanson March 27, 2019

Major League Baseball’s opening day March 28 commences the start of the baseball season. At the dawn of a new baseball season, every team is filled with the hope of capturing a World Series trophy. Thus,...

SWANSON | Nats: Better Without Bryce?

SWANSON | Nats: Better Without Bryce?

By Jeff Swanson March 13, 2019

On Feb. 28, the Philadelphia Phillies acquired 26-year-old superstar outfielder Bryce Harper in a $330 million deal that spans 13 years. Harper was first drafted by the Washington Nationals in 2010 and...

SWANSON | AFC and NFC Championship Games Feature Crucial Rematches

SWANSON | AFC and NFC Championship Games Feature Crucial Rematches

By Jeff Swanson January 16, 2019

The NFL’s conference championship games this weekend in the AFC and NFC feature the NFL’s top four teams in pivotal rematches from earlier this season. The games will determine which teams will earn...

SWANSON | Mets Take Risk, Add Aging Canó

SWANSON | Mets Take Risk, Add Aging Canó

By Jeff Swanson December 7, 2018

On Monday, the New York Mets and Seattle Mariners completed a blockbuster trade headlined by New York’s acquisition of eight-time All-Star second baseman Robinson Canó and elite closer Edwin Diaz. In...

SWANSON | Harper, Machado Headline Historic Free Agency Class

SWANSON | Harper, Machado Headline Historic Free Agency Class

By Jeff Swanson November 16, 2018

The narrative of the 2018 Major League Baseball offseason has been dominated by the pursuit of two free agent superstars, outfielder Bryce Harper and shortstop Manny Machado. Rarely are players of...

SWANSON | Porcello and Eovaldi Should Pitch Pivotal Games

SWANSON | Porcello and Eovaldi Should Pitch Pivotal Games

By Jeff Swanson October 18, 2018

In game two of the American League Championship Series against the Houston Astros, Boston Red Sox pitcher David Price threw 4.2 innings before being removed from the game for the team’s most reliable...

SWANSON: Chiefs Burning Through AFC Competition, But Plenty of Season Remains

SWANSON: Chiefs Burning Through AFC Competition, But Plenty of Season Remains

By Jeff Swanson October 4, 2018

So far this season, the Kansas City Chiefs have played nearly perfect football, which has culminated in a 4-0 start to their season. Led by their sensational second-year quarterback Patrick Mahomes,...

SWANSON | A Call for Clarity with NFL Rules

SWANSON | A Call for Clarity with NFL Rules

By Jeff Swanson September 21, 2018

Following the conclusion of the second week of the NFL season, a new rule change and one abrupt retirement has spurred concern about the state of the league. The first issue at stake, the body weight...

SWANSON | NFL Draft Day Strategies

SWANSON | NFL Draft Day Strategies

By Jeff Swanson April 19, 2018

The 2018 NFL Draft is only a week away and it has the makings of an exciting event, as college players will realize their dreams of playing professional football. Meanwhile, executives will make decisions...

SWANSON | Bold Predictions for the 2018 MLB Season

SWANSON | Bold Predictions for the 2018 MLB Season

By Jeff Swanson April 6, 2018

As the calendar turns to April, baseball is back. Fans were treated to a superb Opening Day last Thursday, which featured games from 26 MLB teams. After the inaugural weekend, it is time for some bold...

SWANSON | Quarterback Carousel in Full Off-Season Swing

SWANSON | Quarterback Carousel in Full Off-Season Swing

By Jeff Swanson March 16, 2018

After an offseason filled with trade and free agent rumors, the NFL is finally back. The official start of free agency was March 14, and there has already been a flurry of moves, especially at the quarterback...

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