Photo courtesy of Oklahoma State athletics As a franchise, the Detroit Pistons are in the best place that they've been since Joe Dumars traded Chauncey Billups to the Denver Nuggets in 2008. That move began the demolition of the "Goin' to Work" squad that won the NBA Finals several years prior. Over the last decade, there have been some very dark days for the franchise; … [Read more...] about Detroit Pistons: Summer League Preview
Jared Shuster Makes Pro Debut for Rome Braves
Photo courtesy of MLB.com WINSTON-SALEM, NC — The 2020 first-round pick of the Atlanta Braves, Jared Shuster, made his pro debut for the Rome Braves (High-A) on Friday night. He pitched 3.1 innings, striking out four batters and allowing two runs. Almost 11 months after the Braves drafted him 25th overall, Shuster finally debuted in the minor leagues. He spent 2020 at the … [Read more...] about Jared Shuster Makes Pro Debut for Rome Braves
Fifth Quarter’s Way-Too-Early 2022 Mock Draft
Photo courtesy of Grant Halverson/North Carolina athletics Mock draft degenerates, the worst time of the year has come. Post-draft depression is in full swing, and only one thing can cure it: 2022 NFL Mock Draft. It's way too early, but who cares? Round 1, Pick 1: Houston Texans - Spencer Rattler, QB, Oklahoma Deshaun Watson is knee deep in legal trouble, and if he plays … [Read more...] about Fifth Quarter’s Way-Too-Early 2022 Mock Draft
Carolina Panthers: Day 3 Draft Recap
Photo courtesy of Oklahoma State athletics Scott Fitterer's first draft as the Carolina Panthers' general manager ended with some steals. After drafting future starters on Day 1 and Day 2 of the NFL Draft, the Panthers added depth and upside on Day 3. Here's a look at Carolina's picks from Saturday: Round 4, Pick 126: Chuba Hubbard, RB, Oklahoma State Day 3 started in the … [Read more...] about Carolina Panthers: Day 3 Draft Recap
Carolina Panthers: Day 2 Draft Recap
Photo courtesy of LSU athletics The Carolina Panthers moved up and down, making four trades and selecting three players on a wild second day of the NFL Draft. Here's a look back and a little bit about each of them: Round 2, Pick 59: Terrace Marshall Jr., WR, LSU The Panthers started the day with two picks: a second-round pick (39) and a third-round pick (73). If Carolina … [Read more...] about Carolina Panthers: Day 2 Draft Recap