Author Archives: Megan Plain
MLB: Giants Rally in Ninth, Wong Sends Walk-Off Homer to Right
After the Giants’ rallying effort tied up the game in the ninth, it fell short as the Cardinals managed a walk-off home run in the bottom of the inning. St. Louis sent its second homer in two innings to the … Continue reading
MLB: Salvador Perez Walk-Off in 12th Sends KC to ALDS
Speed, extra innings, and a walk-off hit by Salvador Perez led to a 9-8 Royals victory, launching them into the ALDS. After nearly three decades without a playoff berth, the Royals’ first chance at the playoffs in 29 years began … Continue reading
Derek Jeter Patch to Honor the Captain
Now that September is among us, baseball’s 2014 season is nearing its end. With that being said, it also means Derek Jeter’s career as a ballplayer is coming to a close. Beginning in September and lasting throughout the remainder of … Continue reading
NHL: Draft Lottery Receives Changes
In an attempt to change the odds in the NHL Draft, the National Hockey League has introduced a new Draft Lottery format. Changes will take place over a two-year period, beginning in 2015. NHL.com gave a statement on the 2015 … Continue reading
NHL: 2014 NHL Preseason Schedule Released
With 50 days to go until the 2014-15 NHL season, the preseason schedule was announced Tuesday. The 15-day schedule will begin Sunday, September 21, leading up to the regular season, which starts October 8. All times listed below are ET. … Continue reading
MLB: Last-Minute Trades as Teams Enter 2014 Playoff Race
As teams prepare to enter the playoff race, Major League Baseball saw one of its most exciting trade deadlines to take place. Major trades took place on July 31, 2014, up until the 4:30 p.m. deadline. If you missed the … Continue reading
MLB: McCann’s Walk-Off Hit Helps Yanks Sweep Reds
With the score tied at two in the bottom of the ninth, Brian McCann hit a blooper to shallow right field, and the Reds watched it hit the ground as Jacoby Ellsbury scored from third, giving the Yankees a walk-off … Continue reading
MLB: Jeter’s Final ASG, Trout Crowned MVP
Derek Jeter, the name that echoed throughout Target Field during the 85th All-Star Game on Tuesday night. The 14-time All-Star didn’t fall short of his clutch self, and the captain showed a stellar performance, going 2-for-2 with an RBI. Mr. … Continue reading
MLB: 75th Anniversary of Lou Gehrig’s Speech
75 years ago today, Lou Gehrig gave his famous “Luckiest Man” speech in the Bronx. Teams and umpires pay tribute this Independence Day by wearing a special patch during today’s games, and the MLB donated 300,000 to the battle against … Continue reading
MLB: Beltran And Wheeler Homer In Yanks’ Victory Over Twins
The fifth inning didn’t fare well for the Twins, as they saw two homers propel the Yankees into the lead. Carlos Beltran and Zelous Wheeler each tattooed the ball, contributing to Thursday night’s 7-4 New York victory. Bringing its winning … Continue reading
