MLB Schedule July, 28, 2024

 Today's Schedule should be another fun one to watch. With the Olympics in full force many off these games will be fun to watch along side the Olympics.

July 28, 2024 MLB Schedule

Cincinnati vs Tampa Bay at  11:35 am

San Diego  vs Baltimore  at 1;35 pm

Cleveland  vs Philadelphia at 1:35 pm

Texas vs Toronto at 1:37 pm

Minnesota vs Detroit  at 1:40 pm

Atlanta vs New  York Mets at 1:40 pm

Chicago Cubs vs Kansas City at 2:10pm

Los Angeles Dodgers vs Houston at 2:10 pm

Seattle vs Chicago White Sox at 2:10 pm

Miami vs Milwaukee at 2:10 pm

Washington vs St. Louis at 2:15 pm

Colorado vs San Francisco at 4:05 pm

Oakland vs Los Angeles Angels at 4:07 pm

Pittsburgh vs Arizona at 4:10 pm

New York Yankees vs Boston at 7:10 pm

Why Did The Yankees Trade For Jazz Chisholm?

The Yankees made a splash on the trade market, but for many not exactly the splash they wanted. New York sent some prospects to the Marlins for outfielder Jazz Chisholm which to many people was a shock. For me it wasn't really a shock as the Yankees had a plan in this trade. Let's take a look at why the Yankees traded for Chisholm. 

Now there are probably many reasons the Yankees did, but here is my first impressions of why they made the trade. Right now the Yankees are relying on Aaron Judge and Juan Soto for most of there offense. Chisholm is a Micky Rivers type player. I don't think he is as good as Rivers was, but both players very similar. They both play the outfield with good speed and can get you hits when you need it or a stolen base.

Jazz Chisholm should fit in well with the Yankees lineup and they can give Soto and Judge a break from outfield play as well. Rest down the stretch will be important for playoff teams. Many people will hate this trade, but I think the Yankees did it to help Soto and Judge out. Only time will tell if it was a good trade or a bust.

John Cena Announces In-Ring Retirement In 2025

 When John Cena decided to become a professional wrestler he could not envision the impact he would have on the world, or the lives he would change. John Cena's career is coming to an end in 2025 as he has announced he is retiring. He was a 16 time champion in the WWE and his catch phrase Never Give Up has become a rally cry for all Cena's fans. John Cena popularity never really waned during his WWE career which is very rare.

People loved to cheer for him and just as many booed him as well. Even though people know John Cena from the WWE he has recently branched into movies as well. He has done well for himself and I'm sure that will continue in the future as well. One of the things many people do not realize about John Cena is how charitable with his time he happens to be.

John Cena ranks high on the Make-A-Wish program as one of the people that rarely say no to a request from the organization. He always love giving back to the fans and people who want to meet him. He is more then a professional wrestler he is a goodwill ambassador as well. John's career has been one of the best ever. What I will remember most about him is how he always gave the best of himself in and outside the ring everyday. 2025 will end his career, but not the mark he made on the world.

Bronny James Good Pick Or Just A Future Bust

 The Los Angeles Lakers took a chance, on Bronny James, but in hindsight was it a good choice for the Lakers. Now everyone in the world knew if Bronny was available they were going to take him. They knew it would be so much easier to resign Lebron James as well. With that said what can we really expect from Bronny James.

Bronny did play college basketball even though it was very limited. He played at USC and let's just say his play was stellar. In his defense he did have some heart issues to go along with his limited playing time at USC. So, honestly we do not know how much that factored into his playing time and usage at USC.

The good things about Bronny James is his dad is one of the best ever and he will have that resource to lean on in his early NBA career. Secondly, rumor is he will start in the g-league which is probably best for him to begin his career. I imagine if they go that route he will be called up during the regular season. 

I hope people do not compare him to his dad because they are totally different players and skill sets. He will never be as good as Lebron James and we shouldn't expect it. He will be a different type of player and we should let him become that on his own. When we put big expectations on people they never seen to meet them.

If people let Bronny James play his game and do what he can best he should be okay. Once we try and make him something he isn't that's where the trouble begins. It will be interesting to watch his NBA career and where it goes from here.

Brewers Continue To Win Despite Injuries

 During a MLB season injuries is something that every team must deal with to be successful. Over the last few years, the Milwaukee Brewers have done a great job dealing with this issue. How does Milwaukee do it where so many other teams seem to struggle with it. Let's take a look at why this is possible and why other teams have not adopted this approach.

Over the last decade the Milwaukee Brewers have really made a great effort in two areas. That is their farm system and drafting the right players year after year. Where most teams are looking to sign high dollar free agents the Brewers are frugal spenders and try to build teams in another way. Through the draft and promoting guys through the farm system.

Milwaukee has a Top 10 farm system that continues to get better every year. This means when they need players through injuries they bring them up to fill a vital role. These players know that they will be called up eventually and work hard in the farm system so they can be productive player's when the reach the Big Leagues.

Drafting players have changed over the years. There was a time where drafting was watching tape and visiting players in person. That still happens, but today’s scouting takes many different things into account before drafting a player. Milwaukee has had great success traveling all over the world looking for top talent.

Milwaukee has also done well drafted guys off the radar and making the most out of them. Milwaukee success has been mixing veterans with young players and they don’t plan to tinker with success.

Could The Nebraska Cornhuskers Be One of The Biggest Surprises In College Football?

 The Nebraska Cornhuskers football team and fanbase has seen many lean years lately, but that could change in 2024. Matt Rhule was brought in to turn the program around and bring back the glory days. The first year under Rhule was a learning process for fans and  players alike. Rhule got the Cornhuskers to a 5-7 record, but they were in many of their seven losses in 2023-2024 season. What does the 2-24-2025 season look like for the Cornhuskers and their fans.

Matt Rhule has always been good at recuriting and the off-season seen him make some great strides. Maybe his No.1 move was being able to get one of the best quarterbacks to decommit from Georgia to come to Nebraska. Dylan Raiola was a highly prized player that many top colleges wanted. Rhule and the lure of Nebraska was too much and Raiola transferred to Nebraska.

Maybe one of the things that will help Nebraska turn it around this season is the defense. Last season they were one of the better units in all of college football. If they can repeat the same success in 2024 Nebraska could make huge strides. The Nebraska defense sets the table for the Cornhuskers and is a vital cog in this turnaround.

Nebraska still needs great quarterback play as last season that position turned the ball over to many times. Raiola is a huge upgrade at that position and will be very important to there success. If Raiola can play well and not turn the ball over look for the Cornhuskers to be one of the bright stories in 2024.

Does Kenny Lofton And Bernie Williams Deserve To Be Hall Of Famers

 When it comes to the Baseball Hall Of Fame two players always come to my mind. Bernie Williams and Kenny Lofton both were very good players, but may never get in the Hall. Many people why this happens as both players had good stats, but when it comes to the Hall Of Fame they fell short. Does this mean they are not worthy? No far from it. Let's take a look at why they fell short today.

Both were multiple times All-Stars and won numerous Gold gloves in the process. Defensively, both players saved numerous runs for their respected teams. Talent level was there for both players without na doubt. So what is preventing them from getting in the hall of fame. 

Stats play a big part and neither player reach the numbers they needed to get in, but there is more to the story then just numbers. Many times it comes down to being in the right place at the right time. For Williams and Lofton they were on the ballot when there were many good players of there skill level or better. This limited the vote that they got, but it's part of the process.

Even though Williams or Lofton may never seen the Hall Of Fame it doesn't diminish from what they gave to baseball and their many fans. Watching Lofton and Williams was a joy. It's too bad that there hard work wasn't rewarded with a Hall Of Fame spot. It happens and they are added to the list of players who almost made it.