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The Chicago Cubs Really Were Hurt by Playing Day Games

Something to Consider • 139 implied HN points • 09 May 24
🎾 Sports Baseball Statistics Team performance Game analysis Historical context
  1. The Chicago Cubs had many daytime games which may have made them tired in the second half of the season. This could explain why they didn't perform as well later in the year.
  2. The team only started playing night games in 1988, much later than other teams, which might have also hurt their performance.
  3. Even today, the Cubs have fewer night games compared to other teams, and this could still affect their chances of winning.

Ryder Cup Saturday: Tensions Flare As Europe Maintains Big Lead

The Quadrilateral • 648 implied HN points • 01 Oct 23
🎾 Sports Golf Competition Drama Teams Tensions
  1. The Ryder Cup showcases passion, skill, and sportsmanship in a tense competition.
  2. Players' true characters are revealed under pressure, exposing both excellence and questionable behavior.
  3. Saturday's events at the Ryder Cup highlighted intense competition, contentious moments, and the need for a significant comeback from Team USA.
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Money League 2022/23

The Swiss Ramble • 334 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Football Revenue Performance Rankings
  1. The top 20 revenue-generating football clubs reported record earnings for the 2022/23 season.
  2. Commercial revenue surpassed broadcasting revenue as the most significant income stream for the clubs.
  3. English clubs saw a decrease in rankings within the Money League, with only one club in the top four places.

Wemby Mania

Marc Stein • 589 implied HN points • 26 Oct 23
🎾 Sports Basketball NBA
  1. Victor Wembanyama's NBA debut had its ups and downs.
  2. Despite foul trouble, Wembanyama impressed with a late nine-point flurry.
  3. Wembanyama rebounded well from a disappointing start in his debut game.

The Stretch 4: Auburn has played Ole Miss 142 times — but never like this

The Auburn Observer • 353 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Basketball College Rivalry Players
  1. Auburn and Ole Miss play each other in basketball for the 142nd time, but this matchup is special being the first time both teams are ranked in the AP Top 25.
  2. The game between Auburn and Ole Miss also marks the return of Allen Flanigan and his father Wes Flanigan to Auburn, where both were instrumental in winning a title.
  3. Johni Broome of Auburn is expected to be 'good to go' for the game against Ole Miss after an injury scare in the previous game.

0 catharsis

derailleur • 779 implied HN points • 18 Sep 23
🎾 Sports Cycling
  1. The post is about reflecting on the Vuelta 2023 race.
  2. The author has complex feelings about the outcome of the race.
  3. There is a mention of the camaraderie between Roglič, Vingegaard, and Sepp Kuss.

Chess is 99% taking pieces

Zwischenzug • 628 implied HN points • 22 Jul 23
🎾 Sports Chess Strategy Learning Competition Instruction
  1. In chess, 99% of the game is about taking your opponent's pieces and not hanging your own.
  2. For many players, improvement comes from mastering basic concepts like piece safety rather than advanced strategies.
  3. Efficiency matters, so seek out resources that help you practice and improve on keeping your pieces safe in chess.

An entertaining end

Purple Insider • 373 implied HN points • 07 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Football
  1. The Vikings lost to the Lions in a game that stood out with Justin Jefferson's performance.
  2. The post mentions an entertaining end to the game.
  3. Subscription options are available for further reading with a 7-day trial.

Earning It

Knicks Film School • 1289 implied HN points • 27 Apr 23
🎾 Sports Basketball Players Victory Emotions
  1. The New York Knicks achieved a significant victory after decades of disappointment.
  2. The team's success is attributed to perseverance and force of will rather than pure skill.
  3. Knicks fans feel they truly deserve the positive outcome after enduring hardships.

Future of the Vikings, Part 7: Quarterback

Purple Insider • 314 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🎾 Sports NFL Quarterbacks Free Agency
  1. The Vikings' future hinges on their quarterback decision this offseason with a variety of paths available.
  2. Kirk Cousins' contract situation is a major factor to consider for the team; his return or departure will shape the team's direction.
  3. Backup quarterbacks like Josh Dobbs and Nick Mullens showed potential but faced challenges, leaving uncertainty in the Vikings' QB situation.

Friday mailbag: Quarterback ideas abound

Purple Insider • 353 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Football Coaching Drafting Offense Defense
  1. Attributes to look for in a rookie quarterback include production, arm talent, toughness, leadership skills, and athleticism.
  2. When considering changes to the coaching staff, focus may be on positions like running backs coach based on past performances.
  3. Signing a veteran quarterback can still lead a team to a Super Bowl, as proven by recent veteran QBs who competed in the Super Bowl.

My One Neat Trick to Save the NBA

House of Strauss • 25 implied HN points • 02 Jan 25
🎾 Sports Basketball NBA Athletes Rules Coaching
  1. Allowing hand-checking behind the three-point line might help make the game more physical. This could encourage players to move more and not just rely on shooting threes.
  2. While adding some physicality could improve game dynamics, there's a risk of overdoing it and hurting the sport's appeal. Striking the right balance is key.
  3. Changing rules in basketball can be tricky, especially for referees. The idea is to allow some contact without making it too confusing or chaotic for players and officials.

Aubserver Mailbag 154: What type of impact will Derrick Nix have on the offense?

The Auburn Observer • 334 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Football Basketball Coaching Recruiting Offense
  1. The new Auburn football offensive coordinator, Derrick Nix, brings experience and a strong track record as a recruiter from his time at Ole Miss.
  2. Nix's impact is expected to boost the running game and potentially help improve the team's passing game efficiency in the 2024 season.
  3. Auburn's offensive coaching staff for 2024, now with Nix on board, is showing promise under head coach Hugh Freeze's leadership.

Attacking 12 pers. Pistol from a Tilt Front

MatchQuarters • 353 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Football Trends Athletes
  1. Defenses in football tend to adjust to offensive trends over time.
  2. As offenses shift towards bigger packages, defenses must react by getting lighter and adjusting their strategies.
  3. The use of spread formations in college football emphasizes getting elite athletes in open space and has led to defensive innovations like the 3-Safety system.

I have all the answers!⏱

The Lap Count • 589 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🎾 Sports Running Athletes Competitions Coaching
  1. The Millrose Games provide historical context and insight into the world of track and field events.
  2. Transitioning from being an elite athlete to a coach requires a shift in perspective and empathy for athletes.
  3. There is a need for better incentives and prioritization to encourage top athletes to participate in key events like the USATF Indoor Meet and World Cross Country Championships.

What's Boehly's plan at Chelsea?

Grace on Football • 589 implied HN points • 14 Feb 23
🎾 Sports Football Finance Ownership Coaching
  1. Boehly is not afraid of the limelight and loves attention, unlike most American owners of Premier League clubs
  2. Boehly's plan for Chelsea involves signing the best young players and having Graham Potter coach them into senior professionals in a coherent system
  3. Chelsea's long-term success hinges on Vivell's talent scouting and Potter's coaching, with the focus on younger players and a shift towards longer-term thinking