Writer at The Athletic. Knight-Wallace fellow 2023-24. Author of KINGDOM QUARTERBACK, a book on Patrick Mahomes and the history of Kansas City. Order below:
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The first review of KINGDOM QUARTERBACK—our book about Patrick Mahomes and the history of Kansas City—is here from Kirkus.
They called it "lively and meaningful."
"Chiefs fans will find this a revelation, and urban planners might learn a thing or two, too."
It’s out Aug. 22.
Review: kirkusreviews.com/book-revie…
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I can remember where I was when this play happened: Playing a fall league baseball game at the 3&2 baseball complex in Lenexa — and they announced a live game update over the PA system. nytimes.com/athletic/2097033…
October 1, 1995
Steve Bono's 76-yard run for the Chiefs
Then the longest touchdown run by a quarterback in NFL history
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It’s the postseason. Why is it suddenly so dangerous to let a good starter keep rolling? A column from a Red Sox fiasco in the Bronx: nytimes.com/athletic/7648499…
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Mauricio Pochettino doesn't like soccer fights as much as he did when he was younger. But he loved how his young USMNT squad stuck together when things turned nasty at the end of Tuesday's win over Chile.
Pochettino described his players' instinct to protect each other as "amazing because that shows that you care for your teammate and that we are defending our shirt."
As the USMNT builds toward 2030 with a fresh, youthful squad, this was a night few of them will forget.
@PaulTenorio
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A phenomenal moment in the Senate.
Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., claims he has evidence Jack Smith went to a HAWKS game in Atlanta.
Smith denies it.
Schmitt declares he has busted Jack Smith for perjury.
Smith, vexed, says he went to HAWKEYES game in Maryland.
Watch the whole thing:
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From @TheAthletic: Brad Lidge was one of baseball’s top closers, winning the 2008 World Series with the Phillies. When he threw his last pitch in 2012, he decided to do something incredibly rare for a former major leaguer. He became an archaeologist. nyti.ms/4yVCN63
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The making of Cavan Sullivan:
👶volleys in diapers at age 2
⚽️a dad who trained him, and not only allowed parents to yell on sidelines; “I expect them to yell"
🧠a "fuck-you mentality"
👦brothers who shaped him
Much more, free to read @TheAthleticFC:
nytimes.com/athletic/7622939…
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Great article and an incredible read! You never know which conversation, lesson or interaction will stick with someone. Always pay it forward.
When Thunder GM Sam Presti was 17, he played one-on-one against a random guy at a health club outside Boston.
The moment was so memorable and formative, he decided to track the guy down 30 years later.
And that was just the beginning of the story.
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“What’s a life worth? Is a life worth $11,000?"
Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair was fined for writing "Hind Rajab" (5-yr-old Palestinian girl murdered by Israeli forces) on his eye black in Week 1.
He explains why he did it and what it means to him 👇🏽
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Howie Rose says goodbye from the Mets on Sunday. He never had to leave New York to become a legend. No voice has ever better connected us to our teams and our home...and no voice ever will.
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When Thunder GM Sam Presti was 17, he played one-on-one against a random guy at a health club outside Boston.
The moment was so memorable and formative, he decided to track the guy down 30 years later.
And that was just the beginning of the story.
nytimes.com/athletic/7578278…
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Yep! That’s Hollywood icon, @TomCruise, standing next to the life-size statue of Martin Dihigo with his 1942 KC Monarchs cap! The legendary actor visited the @NLBMuseumKC yesterday after attending the @Chiefs vs @Broncos Monday night game!
@VisitMO @VisitKC @sn_mlb @kmbc @KCTV5
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This article is a refreshing reminder about the importance of coaching and mentorship in the game of basketball — across generations. nytimes.com/athletic/7578278…
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It was only a moment, a random encounter on an ordinary day, but Sam Presti never forgot it.
How a pickup basketball game led Presti to become the Oklahoma City Thunder GM: nyti.ms/3Tzg2Wn
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I would like to give a shout out to this @usopen staffer who does not earn a Carlos or Ben salary, but helps make it possible for the fans to watch their matches.
Ben Rothenberg
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SHELTON DEFEATS ALCARAZ.
The latest finish in U.S. Open history sees Ben Shelton overcome defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in five sets.
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