The Texas Rangers have amassed a record of 19-22 to start the season. While pitching has been abysmal, the offense has looked stellar all year. So, 40 games into the season I’ll give notable Rangers players a ⅛ season grade.
Don’t Reed Into It: The Texas Rangers and Leclerc Dilemma
Jose Leclerc entered Tuesday’s Ranger’s game in the top of the ninth, hoping to notch his sixth save of the season, and end a streak of bad outings. Instead, he was greeted by a hard-hit line drive double by Pirates rookie outfielder, Bryan Reynolds.
Pioneer Film Director, John Singleton Dies At 51
On April 29, iconic director, John Singleton passed away at the age of 51 following a massive stroke. Singleton will forever be remembered as a great filmmaker and as a pioneer that broke down barriers for future black directors.
Sri Lankan Churches Bombed on Easter Sunday
On Sunday, April 21, a series of Christian churches and luxury hotels were bombed in the South Asian island of Sri Lanka. The bombings took the lives of over 350 people, injuring more than 500 bystanders, including 39 foreigners.
Historic Notre Dame Church Caught Ablaze
On April 15 the historic French Cathedral, Notre Dame went up in flames, causing catastrophic damage to the landmark.
Don’t Reed Into It: Trout Blows Rangers Out Of The Water
Michael Nelson Trout, more commonly known as “Mike Trout,” quite frankly gave it to the Rangers this week in Anaheim. Apart from game 4 of the series, Mike Trout had won three games for his squad at home. On Thursday – the only Rangers victory of the series – The […]
Philanthropic Musician Nipsey Hussle Killed At 33
On Sunday, March 31, rapper Nipsey Hussle was shot and killed in front of one of his Marathon Clothing stores in South Los Angeles. The musician was well known for his humanitarian efforts in South Central neighborhoods and the youth.
The True Issue With College Admissions Bribery Scandals
On March 12, 50 people were charged with bribing several ivy league colleges, in order to admit their children into the schools. The group of parents charged were made up of celebrities, business executives, and others.
Don’t Reed Into It: Chevrolet’s Struggle In the NASCAR Cup Series
Through five races this year, there has been a noticeable trend in NASCAR; only one Chevy has cracked the top five. So, it begs the question: Is it the car or the driver?
Shamima Begum Stripped Of UK Citizenship
In February of 2019, 19-year-old Shamima Begum was stripped of her British citizenship, after asking to return earlier in said month.