One of the biggest stories, not just for Manchester United, but global football in general last week was right back Noussair Mazraoui. News broke, this October international break, of how Mazraoui experienced heart palpitations, and thus underwent a procedure to deal with it. Mazraoui will be on the sidelines for a while, but how long specifically remains to be seen. … [Read more...] about United Team News vs Brentford: Mazraoui, Mount, Shaw, Malacia, Yoro
United Team News vs Brentford: Sir Alex, Garnacho, Mainoo, Maguire, Amad
It's an end of an era at Manchester United. No, manager Erik ten Hag isn't sacked, at least not yet, but Sir Alex Ferguson is leaving the Ambassadorial role that he has held with the club since he retired from management in 2013. According to reports, this move was made only as a cost-cutting measure, and that the arrangement was "amicable" and "suiting both parties." … [Read more...] about United Team News vs Brentford: Sir Alex, Garnacho, Mainoo, Maguire, Amad
Bayern Munich Starting XI Prediction vs VfB Stuttgart
As the October international break winds down, it's once again time to shift focus back onto the upcoming weekend of club action. Table topping Bayern Munich hosts VfB Stuttgart in a clash where it would take a monumental upset to see the visitors prevail. Vincent Kompany may have been a controversial hire, but so far, the Bavarian juggernaut has just kept on rolling. … [Read more...] about Bayern Munich Starting XI Prediction vs VfB Stuttgart
Bayern Munich Team News vs VfB Stuttgart: Buchmann, Ito, Boey, Stanisic
Bayern Munich are about to get back at it, and it they'll return to action with a home clash against VfB Stuttgart. While Harry Kane is thankfully fine, Vincent Kompany still has a sextet of injury concerns to contend with: Dayot Upamecano, Jamal Musiala, Tarek Buchmann, Hiroki Ito, Josip Stanisic and Sacha Boey. And most likely, none of them will be passed fit to feature … [Read more...] about Bayern Munich Team News vs VfB Stuttgart: Buchmann, Ito, Boey, Stanisic
2025 MLB Mock Draft (Update 10-15-24)
It's time for an update! Our second edition of our 2025 MLB mock draft is here! The Sports Bank, at least as far as we know, is the only independently-owned, mom and pop shop website to publish a mock draft in all four of the major North American sports. Happy October baseball fans! In case you missed it, here is the link to our 2025 NHL mock draft. Regarding the 2025 NFL … [Read more...] about 2025 MLB Mock Draft (Update 10-15-24)
Iowa Hawkeyes Begin Life After Caitlin Clark in a Strong Position
Caitlin Clark, who might some day become the Michael Jordan of women's basketball has left the building. Villanova transfer Lucy Olsen has stepped in to try and replace her at point guard. Legendary Iowa Hawkeyes coach Lisa Bluder has retired. Long-time assistant Jan Jensen now takes the reins. Yes, it's a major season of change in Iowa City, on several levels, but strong … [Read more...] about Iowa Hawkeyes Begin Life After Caitlin Clark in a Strong Position
Dylan Harper, Son of Bulls Legend Ron Harper, Has High NBA Draft Stock
For five time NBA champion Ron Harper, and his son Dylan Harper, "the son also rises." If we can get Hemingwayesque here. Actually this is the second instance of the son also rising, as Ron Harper Jr. is currently a member of the reigning champion Boston Celtics. But the potential is there for Dylan Harper to someday, down the line, surpass both of them. Dylan Harper is the … [Read more...] about Dylan Harper, Son of Bulls Legend Ron Harper, Has High NBA Draft Stock
Manchester United’s Stance on Gareth Southgate After His England Exit
Manchester United has often found itself in the spotlight for its decisions, both on and off the field. Just before the re-hiring of Erik ten Hag, the club's stance on potentially hiring Gareth Southgate, the now ex-England manager, has been a hot topic around. … [Read more...] about Manchester United’s Stance on Gareth Southgate After His England Exit
FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Sevilla FC
It's got to feel great if you're a FC Barcelona supporter right now- having your side top of the table at the October internationals, despite the current injury crisis. Having endured that, and to still be in first place right now, really says something. Up next is a clash against Sevilla FC, on Sunday. They will be a tough out for sure, but Hansi Flick needs to make sure that … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Starting XI Prediction vs Sevilla FC
FC Barcelona Team News vs Sevilla: Lamine Yamal, Fermin Lopez, Dani Olmo, Gavi
'It's looking like as many as four players could return for FC Barcelona on Sunday, when they host Sevilla FC. Dani Olmo (biceps femoris muscle injury), Lamine Yamal (just suffered a hamstring strain while on international duty with Spain), Gavi (long-term recovery form an ACL injury last fall) and Fermin Lopez (leg) could all be in contention to make the matchday squad this … [Read more...] about FC Barcelona Team News vs Sevilla: Lamine Yamal, Fermin Lopez, Dani Olmo, Gavi