Former Bucks player Christian Wood has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus, also called coronavirus. Wood becomes the third NBA player to test positive for the disease that has brought the sporting world to a halt. Utah Jazz players Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell both tested positive for the disease as well. The Jazz defeated the Pistons 111-105 on March 7, just days before the league suspended play. Christian Wood appeared in just 13 games for the Bucks in the 2018-2019 season. He was waived by the Bucks in March, but was claimed by the New Orleans Pelicans. After being…
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Robin M Adams
Robin M Adams is an author, journalist, and writer of significant sports-related articles. Robin is also the co-owner of Wisconsin Sports Heroics, a sports news website that covers Wisconsin sports. He covers all things Wisconsin sports, but mostly the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Bucks, and Milwaukee Brewers.
Randall Cobb is one of the most beloved Packers players in recent memory. He helped the Packers win Super Bowl XLV and provided many great memories to Packers’ fans. The organization decided not to bring him back in 2019, much to the dismay of many fans. Cobb spent 2019 with the Cowboys, but is a free agent once again. Given the Packers’ lack of depth at wide receiver, many are calling for the front office to bring Cobb back home to Green Bay. Here, we will present three reasons on why that may not be the best idea. Other Free…
As much as fans may be disappointed that the NBA has been suspended for the near future, the players have not forgotten the stadium workers who help them night in and night out. Last night, Kevin Love made headlines by announcing that he would donate $100,000 to help the Cavaliers arena workers who will not be getting paid during the hiatus. It was a move that was soon mirrored across the league. The MVP Follows Suit Milwaukee Bucks superstar, and reigning NBA MVP, Giannis Antetokounmpo, announced that he, too, will donate $100,000 to support the staff of Fiserv Forum. The…
The Packers have announced some changes for their coaching staff heading into the 2020 season. Luke Getsy and Jason Vrable were with the team last year and are being promoted. Butch Barry is being brought on staff from the University of Miami (FL). All three will be key assistant coaches or analysts next season. Butch Barry Originally from Sturgeon Bay, WI, Butch Barry will be starting his 18th season as a coach on the collegiate or NFL level. In 2020, he will have the position of senior analyst. Last season, Barry was the offensive line coach for the Hurricanes. His…
The Green Bay Packers have holes to fill on defense, especially at inside linebacker. With Blake Martinez likely to depart in free agency, the Packers have brought in former Cleveland Browns linebacker Christian Kirksey. Kirksey has missed significant time during the past two seasons after playing in all 16 games in each of his first four years in the league. His best seasons were in 2016 and 2017 when he played in all 16 games and recorded over 130 tackles in each season. However, he only played in 7 games in 2018 and just 2 games in 2019. He did…
The Green Bay Packers are expected to release tight end Jimmy Graham this week. Graham spent two seasons in Green Bay, but did not live up to his or team expectations. Jimmy Graham continued the revolving door of tight ends in Green Bay when he signed as a free agent in March of 2018. His contract was a three-year deal worth $30 million. The $10 million annual salary in 2019 made him the highest paid tight end in the NFL. His production, however, did not match his salary. Graham was targeted 58 times in 2019, 18th among NFL tight ends.…
In 1888, Borchert Field was constructed in Milwaukee. Borchert Field was home to many sporting events in Milwaukee, including Green Bay Packers games and exhibition baseball games. Later in its history, it became the home of the Milwaukee Braves of the National League. The stadium would be replaced by County Stadium in 1953, but the legend of Borchet Field lives on in Milwaukee. Here, we will tell the story of some of baseball’s most famous legends who played in Milwaukee before there was even a Big League team in Wisconsin. Babe Ruth In an effort to earn a living in…
When Eric Lauer was acquired from the San Diego Padres earlier this winter, he was widely considered to be the front runner for the fifth starter spot. However, Lauer has suffered a shoulder injury and will not be healthy by Opening Day. Lauer was 14-17 with a 4.40 ERA in two seasons with Padres. He appeared in 53 games, 52 of which were starts. Manager Craig Counsell has said that he hopes Lauer can start playing catch again by the end of the week. Eric Lauer is expected to contribute to the Brewers in some fashion this season. However, whether…
Aaron Jones had a break out year in 2019, rushing for over 1,000 yards as he led the league in rushing touchdowns. As his rookie contract nears its end, the Packers are left with the question of whether they should offer him a new contract or not. Here, we will detail three reasons why the Packers should let Aaron Jones walk. The Law of Averages Is Against Him Aaron Jones has completed three seasons as a NFL running back. With that length of service, he has already surpassed the average length of a career for NFL backs: 2.57 years. On…
Wes Matthews was the only Bucks starter to play and the Nuggets defeated the short-handed Bucks 109-95 on Monday night. Milwaukee fell to 53-12 and have a three-game losing streak for the first time under Coach Bud. Milwaukee Highlights Despite being short-handed, the Bucks were never out of the game until the final minutes when Denver put the game away. With a starting lineup of Matthews, Thanasis Antetokounmpo, Robin Lopez, Sterling Brown, and Pat Connaughton, the Bucks made the Denver starters earn the victory. Kyle Korver had 23 points coming off the bench. Robin Lopez, Sterling Brown, and DJ Wilson…
