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What Happened To Memorial Stadium?
Memorial Stadium, once located in Baltimore, Maryland, holds a special place in the city’s sports history. The stadium served as the home to the Baltimore Orioles (MLB) and the Baltimore Colts (NFL) for several decades. Its iconic horseshoe shape and capacity to hold over 31,000 spectators created an electric atmosphere during games. The stadium’s close Read more
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Legends Of The Game: Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders’ legacy in football is etched in the annals of the sport as an enduring symbol of greatness and artistry on the gridiron. Renowned for his unmatched agility, elusive moves, and explosive speed, Sanders redefined the running back position and elevated it to new heights. His uncanny ability to turn routine plays into mesmerizing Read more
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What Happened To The Spectrum Arena?
Mathieu Plourde, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons The Spectrum Arena in Philadelphia, once a bustling hub of entertainment and sports, holds a special place in the hearts of Philadelphians. Located at the corner of Broad Street and Pattison Avenue, this iconic venue served as the home for several sports teams and hosted numerous unforgettable Read more
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On This Day: Joe DiMaggio Breaks Willie Keeler’s Record
Joe DiMaggio’s legendary hit streak in 1941 stands as one of the most remarkable accomplishments in the history of baseball. Starting on May 15 and spanning an astonishing 56 games, DiMaggio’s streak captivated the nation and cemented his status as one of the game’s all-time greats. The pressure and attention surrounding the streak mounted with Read more
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Behind The Logo: Montreal Expos
The Montreal Expos logo holds a special place in the hearts of baseball fans, particularly those who fondly remember the team’s existence from 1969 to 2004. The logo, which underwent a few modifications over the years, is a symbol of the franchise’s identity and its connection to the vibrant city of Montreal. What’s In A Read more
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On This Day In Sports History: Curt Flood Challenges MLB
On this day in sports history in 1972, The US Supreme Court in a 5-3 decision, upheld an earlier ruling by a lower court which protected Major League Baseball from antitrust laws in a case involving former St. Louis Cardinal player Curt Flood. Flood had sought to challenge MLB’s “reserve clause” which bound players to Read more
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Why Did the NBA Let the Worst Owner in Sports Keep the Clippers?
Long before his lifetime ban in 2014, Donald Sterling nearly got kicked out of the NBA in the 1980’s due to unpaid debts, missed payroll, and overall mismanagement. But how did he even end up with an NBA team in the first place? To answer that, we need to go back to the Buffalo Braves,…
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