As the great Bluto Blutarski once asked "was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor?" Yes, Germany versus the United States, on June 6th, 2026, the 82nd anniversary of D-Day. This lead-up writes itself. Is the USMNT ready to kick it into extra gear now? Is this why they have looked so uninspiring and pedestrian, thus far, during the Mauricio Pochettino era? Once the games … [Read more...] about USMNT vs Germany: Team News, TV Info, FYIs, Storylines, Match Preview
Russell Wilson Will Thrive as TV Analyst, Says His Former Coach, Bret Bielema
Illinois Fighting Illini hhead coach Bret Bielema has known legendary NFL quarterback Russell Wilson since way back when; long before he earned 10 Pro Bowl selections and won Super Bowl XLVIII. During a spring football media session, the 56-year-old Silvis, Illinois native recalled Wilson's getting drafted on the same day as Wisconsin's annual intra-squad scrimmage in 2012. … [Read more...] about Russell Wilson Will Thrive as TV Analyst, Says His Former Coach, Bret Bielema
Manchester United News: Andre Onana, Bruno Fernandes
Goalkeeper Andre Onana has seen his loan deal expire at Trabzonspor, for the 2025-26 season, so now he must return to his parent club- Manchester United. So what comes next? Well, his replacement, Senne Lammens, has a stranglehold on the position in between the sticks, as he literally won the Premier League Transfer of the Season award. Onana won't be usurping Lammens, who … [Read more...] about Manchester United News: Andre Onana, Bruno Fernandes
Liverpool News: Ibrahima Konate, Andoni Iraola, Mo Salah
Welcome to the 2026 summer transfer window, everyone. The party is getting started with Ibrahima Konate on his way out of Liverpool, and headed to Real Madrid. Although it is not quite that simple, as the move is dependent on a couple of major factors. Madrid do not officially have a manager right now, although Jose Mourinho is in line to return to the Bernabeau. … [Read more...] about Liverpool News: Ibrahima Konate, Andoni Iraola, Mo Salah
Sources: Chicago Not Interested in Hosting Women’s World Cup Game in 2031
The 2026 World Cup, hosted primarily by the United States but also with few games in Canada and Mexico, commences in less than two weeks. Chicago, the third-biggest city by population in the primary host nation, won’t be hosting any of the World Cup matches. It certainly seems odd to say that, especially when you consider how Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears and Chicago … [Read more...] about Sources: Chicago Not Interested in Hosting Women’s World Cup Game in 2031
2026 MLB Mock Draft Version 2.0
In 2026, Memorial Day and the NCAA Tournament selection day overlapped. And with the college baseball season concluded, and the tournament set to begin, it is time for The Sports Bank 2026 MLB Mock Draft Version 3.0. The 2026 Major League Baseball draft will take place on July 11–13 in Philadelphia. As far as we know, we're the only independently-owned, mom and pop shop … [Read more...] about 2026 MLB Mock Draft Version 2.0
Worst (or Best) of the Indianapolis 500 Infield People Watching
Editor's note: The following has been re-published every year since we first posted it, in 2008, during the run-up to the Indianapolis 500. Enjoy! The Indianapolis 500 is the world's highest attended single day event. Its total capacity is approximately 400,000 with about 125,000 located in the cheapest and most "festive" seats- the infield. … [Read more...] about Worst (or Best) of the Indianapolis 500 Infield People Watching
Indy 500 Takes Nationalism Up to Jingoism, and Beyond
With the 110th running of the Indy 500 coming up on Sunday, we re-publish this piece from the 102nd running of the Indy 500, in 2018. Enjoy! You know what patriotism is. You're familiar with nationalism. But you might not know what the term is for when patriotism and nationalism combine, get put on steroids and multiplied to the 10th power. That is a phenomenon known as … [Read more...] about Indy 500 Takes Nationalism Up to Jingoism, and Beyond
The Biggest Sporting Upsets and What Bettors Can Learn From Them
Throughout history, the world of sports has been marked by a series of unforgettable upsets that have left both fans and punters stunned. These unexpected victories and defeats hold valuable lessons for everyone, especially those interested in sports betting websites in the Philippines. From football fields to tennis courts, the lesson remains: never underestimate the power of … [Read more...] about The Biggest Sporting Upsets and What Bettors Can Learn From Them
Andoni Iraola in Talks to Become the Next Liverpool Manager
Liverpool FC sacked their manager, Arne Slot, over the weekend, but the efforts to replace him are well underway already. Andoni Iraola, who recently departed AFC Bournemouth, is far and away the leading candidate. In fact, he might actually be the only true contender at this point. Negotiations have already begun, and they could reach the "advanced talks" stage quite quickly. … [Read more...] about Andoni Iraola in Talks to Become the Next Liverpool Manager