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Stars And Stripes Column: Why Pochettino Should Not Have Brought Any Of The Regulars To The Friendlies

The first US Men's team's camp after the World Cup just happened with the squad winning all four of their friendlies against Mexico, Canada, Chile, and Peru, which is very encouraging. It also ushered in a new generation of players who were getting their first taste of senior level action as Mauricio Pochettino called in 13 young prospects such as Julian Hall, Mathis Albert, Neil Pierre, Cavan Sullivan, and Adri Mehmeti. It was great exposure for them and was significant minu

James Rowe

Oct 203 min read

FC Cincinnati Needs A Sense Of Urgency Now Or Fail To Make Playoffs

After the demoralizing loss to arch rival Columbus Crew this past Sunday, FC Cincinnati need some urgency in the final five matches of the season. The club holds the ninth and final playoff spot at 36 points, but there's a good chance they could miss the postseason. Heck, even getting a draw against the Crew would have helped the team's chances, but this loss hurts more than many might think. If FC Cincinnati wants some urgency, then the next two matches should be where they

James Rowe

Oct 203 min read

Burgundy And Gold Column: It's Time To Move On From Dan Quinn

Dan Quinn, you gave myself and many Commanders fans one of the greatest seasons in 2024 for us to watch. We really appreciate that time. But you are starting to show why you shouldn't be the head coach from now on forward. The results are simply not there and the amount of times of lapse in judgment the last couple of weeks proves so. Dan, your time is up, but thanks for the memories. Look, I love Dan Quinn. He genuinely seems like a good dude, locker room seems to love him,

James Rowe

Oct 202 min read

Golden Dome Column: Notre Dame Can Silence The Haters With Win Over BYU

Earlier this week on ESPN, analyst Kirk Herbstreit expressed how he really felt about Notre Dame's schedule this 2026 campaign as he called it "embarrassing." His exact words. While there are other playoff contenders in the top ten of the AP Poll that have easier schedules than the Irish (Indiana and Miami), the team has it's first real big test as they travel to Provo, Utah to take on Brigham Young University. BYU is ranked eighth this year and look to give Notre Dame it's f

James Rowe

Oct 173 min read

South Side Column: The White Sox And Guardians Might Have Started Something Special

While the White Sox are up 2-0 in their American League Division Series matchup against the Guardians and it coming back to Rate Field, what many don't realize is that this could be the birth of something incredible. Dare I say a bitter rivalry? Now, Cleveland could come back and win this series and I hope not, but with how great the first two games have been, we are witnessing the beginning of something. Back in the 90's, that should have been the start of a rivalry that mig

James Rowe

Oct 72 min read

Previewing White Sox Division Series Matchup With Cleveland Guardians

After thoroughly dominating Houston Astros in the Wild Card series 2-0, the White Sox will be taking on the Cleveland Guardians in the Division Series. It just had to be them. In what feels like an epic showdown between the two division foes, the Sox-Guardians rivalry will go to new heights with their first ever postseason matchup. Sure, Cleveland might have won the division, but the Pale Hose won the season series 7-6. Seven of those 13 matchups were decided by one run, with

James Rowe

Oct 33 min read

Who The White Sox Should Bring For Division Series Against Cleveland Guardians

Just like the previous edition on the Wild Card Series roster, this article will take a look at whom the White Sox should bring to the Divsion Series squad against Cleveland. For the most part, it will look the same, but there could be some debate as to whether one player should be there or not. Otherwise, let's take a look at whom will likely be on the roster for the Pale Hose once they take on the Guardians. Pitchers Huascar Brazoban Sean Burke Erick Fedde Jordan Hicks Brya

James Rowe

Oct 32 min read

South Side Column: Could The White Sox Actually Make A Deep Run?

The White Sox are coming into this postseason with an 84-78 record. While I personally think they should have a better record than that, the 38 blown leads, which led the league, hurt their chances at that. That was probably due to both inexperience and bad bullpen management, but while I think this team is better than their record shows, the squad certainly deserve to be where they are at. However, I believe the Pale Hose have not only a chance to go deep in the playoffs, bu

James Rowe

Sep 294 min read

Previewing White Sox Wild Card Round Matchup Vs Houston Astros

Lol, ironic that Jose Urquidy is in this photo The White Sox are in the playoffs. While winning the division would have been nice, the Pale Hose will take on the Houston Astros in the Wild Card Round after Houston won the American League West. The last time these two sides met in the playoffs was in 2021 in which the Astros won the series 3-1. So let's take a look into this series. Important Records To Note The Sox finished the regular season with an 84-78 record while Housto

James Rowe

Sep 293 min read

Who Should The White Sox Have On Their Wild Card Series Roster

The White Sox are going to have to get creative who they bring to their Wild Card Round roster as some players may not make it for this round, but could be added if they advance. Now in this article, it will be evaluated as to who should be on the roster and also seeing some other scenarios of whom could be there too. Let's take a look at who should be on the team for this matchup against the Houston Astros. Pitchers Huascar Brazoban Sean Burke Erick Fedde Jordan Hicks Bryan

James Rowe

Sep 292 min read

South Side Column: Clinching A Playoff Spot Is A Bigger Joy To Us White Sox Fans More Than Any Other Fanbases Understand

I'm late writing this column simply because of my other job and celebrating this achievement. But nothing can describe how amazing this is. Before the season started, I felt like the White Sox would win 72-75 games, but when looking at the bullpen, I even felt like 80 games was possible. However, I never thought THIS was possible. Now, I didn't think the American League would be as bad as it is, but even then, good teams take advantage of situations like these. The Pale Hose

James Rowe

Sep 273 min read

Washington Commanders 2026 Preview

After a shocking run to the NFC Championship game in the 2024 season, the Washington Commanders took a major step back in 2025 going 5-12. Probably the biggest reason for such a bad year was due to the injury to their prized quarterback Jayden Daniels as well as their top receiver Terry McLaurin missing some games, but overall, it was just a terrible season. The hope is that all the moves that were made during the offseason and also for Daniels' getting back to being healthy

James Rowe

Sep 263 min read

Bath Rugby 2026/27 Preview

After losing in heartbreaking and frustrating fashion in the playoffs to Exeter Chiefs trying to defend their title, Bath will come into this 2026/27 campaign looking to make sure that the loss to Chiefs was merely a fluke. Bath went 13-5 in 2025/26 with 69 points on the table. However, there seems to be a lot more questions than coming into last season. Let's take a look at this team for 2026/27. Will The Attack Be As Good As They Can Be? Last season, Bath had a plus-222 poi

James Rowe

Sep 255 min read

Notre Dame 2026 Preview

After missing out on the College Football Playoffs in very controversial fashion and rightfully passing up on an opportunity playing in a Bowl game, Notre Dame is going into this 2026 season with a point to prove. While losing a lot of fire power, the Irish have restocked their roster and might actually be the most talented squad this school has seen a long time. There is aspirations to win a national championship this year and anything less is a failure. Marcus Freeman is ch

James Rowe

Sep 224 min read

The South Side Column: The White Sox Need Some Urgency

The Sox are collapsing. They are struggling. This team is playing it's worst baseball at the wrong time. While things are still in their favor, the Pale Hose are on the brink of possibly not only just losing out on the division, but the playoffs altogether. However, despite how bleak it is, there should still be some optimism here. First, let's take a look at the schedule. In the last 8 games, the Sox play Detroit twice, off day on 9/21, three against Kansas City, and then fi

James Rowe

Sep 195 min read

American Blue Scouser Column: The Free Agent Strikers Everton Should Sign

I just posted an article recently about available strikers that Everton has an opportunity to sign. Now to be clear, in this column, I don't advocate to sign these guys to start, but simply be used as depth. Things are bleak at the striker position, Thierno Barry cannot be relied upon for 90 minutes every single game, reinforcements are needed. So, instead of signing one striker, I personally believe two should be, just hear me out why. So, Everton should sign either Anthony

James Rowe

Sep 54 min read

Everton's Free Agent Options At Striker

After the whole Folarin Balogun transfer fiasco and letting Beto transfer to Fiorentina, Everton only has one striker on their squad and that is a massive problem. Thierno Barry can't be relied upon too much and with even bringing the promising Braiden Graham into the fold on the senior side is risky considering he is young and inexperienced. With the transfer window closed now, the club has to look at free agent options to help their depth and give David Moyes more options t

James Rowe

Sep 53 min read

American Blue Scouser Column: Anger Doesn't Even Express How The Transfer Window Went

We as Everton supporters should be outraged after what happened during this transfer window. David Moyes made it known that he needed more players. There were deals in place for replacements. Now? If this team beats relegation, it would be a blessing. What we just witnessed wasn't just incompetence, it was pure stupidity. We're used to bad decisions being made, especially under the Farhad Moshiri era, but this was extraordinarily horrendous. Figureheads need to be held accoun

James Rowe

Sep 58 min read

South Side Column: September Call Ups Will Make This An Interesting Month

While we all know it will be Tommy Pham (welcome back) and Tanner McDougal who will be the 27th and 28th players on the roster for the White Sox (I still miss the 40 man days), that doesn't mean these are the set 28 guys for the month of September. Players will still be brought up and sent down and possibly some even being let go, but this month could be really interesting how the club uses the 40 man roster to get through the month. The minor league season ends September 20t

James Rowe

Sep 13 min read

American Blue Scouser Column: What Everton Needs To Do For The Transfer Deadline

Today is the last day for Everton to make any additions to the club. So the question to ask here is what else does the team need and how to address it? David Moyes has been pretty vocal about how he needs more players added to his team especially if Everton wants to be making European competition or win a trophy. While the club has already made moves, is it enough? Let's take a look. Selling Iliman Ndiaye is going to hurt a lot as he's going to be a star and was Everton's mos

James Rowe

Sep 13 min read