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Which ‘Big Four’ franchise will end title drought first?

The Texas Rangers and their fans are still basking in the glow of the franchise’s first World Series championship. It was the first MLB title for the franchise, which was originally the Washington Senators from 1961-71 before relocating to the Lone Star State for the 1972 season. RELATED: Texans fans lament taking knee in bad… Continue reading Which ‘Big Four’ franchise will end title drought first?

Betting scandal with Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter is far from first in pro sports

Sports and gambling are once again in the spotlight in the wake of the Los Angeles Dodgers firing Ippei Mizuhara, the interpreter and close friend of newly acquired star player Shohei Ohtani. The abrupt dismissal of the 39-year-old Mizuhara came amid reports from the Los Angeles Times and ESPN regarding his alleged ties to an… Continue reading Betting scandal with Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter is far from first in pro sports

Florida Panthers beat Edmonton Oilers, win first Stanley Cup title

There was no collapse. The Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup champions for the first time, and they took about the hardest path possible to the title. Sam Reinhart and Carter Verhaeghe scored goals, Sergei Bobrovsky made 23 saves and the Panthers beat the Edmonton Oilers 2-1 on Monday night in Game 7 of the Stanley… Continue reading Florida Panthers beat Edmonton Oilers, win first Stanley Cup title