1. What If the Nationals, Reds, A's and Orioles Reached the Championship Series?

    Major League Baseball's championship series have begun, but that doesn't stop fans of the Washington Nationals, Cincinnati Reds, Oakland Athletics and Baltimore Orioles from pondering what might have been...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 7 months ago 752 reads 7 comments

  2. WWE Hell in a Cell 2012: 8 Storylines That Need to Be Addressed

    We're still more than two weeks away from WWE Hell in a Cell 2012, but there's a half-dozen storylines that need to be developed. Once again, it seems WWE is taking a slow approach...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 7 months ago 48,108 reads 71 comments

  3. Whose Walk-off Win Was More Epic, the Yankees or the Athletics?

    The New York Yankees and Oakland Athletics each won their postseason game on Oct. 10 via the walk-off, but the A's did it oh so much better. The Bronx Bombers sent 40-year-old pinch hitter Raul Ibanez to the plate in extra innings...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 10,425 reads 48 comments

  4. Detroit Tigers vs. Oakland Athletics: 6 Biggest Matchups in Game 4 of ALDS

    The Oakland Athletics defeated the Detroit Tigers in Game 3 of the ALDS , forcing at least one more game. But if they want to succeed again and keep the dream alive, certain A's will have to come out victorious in their matchups ...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 3,038 reads 0 comments

  5. 5 Players Who Must Step Up for the Oakland A's to Shock the Tigers Back Home

    After a terrible offensive showing by the Oakland Athletics , it's easy to say everyone in the lineup needs to step up. While that may be true, certain players must do more in order for the A's to once again come from behind to shock the baseball world..

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 854 reads 4 comments

  6. 2012 ALDS: 9 Reasons Oakland Athletics Fans Have No Reason to Panic

    The Detroit Tigers took Game 1 of the 2012 ALDS, beating the Oakland Athletics 3-1. Though the team is down one game in a five-game series, there's no reason for worry—yet...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 1,423 reads 9 comments

  7. Oakland Athletics: Should Owner Lew Wolff Remove 3rd-Deck Tarps for Playoffs?

    Oakland Athletics co-owner Lew Wolff announced Oct. 5 he will not be removing the third-deck tarps for postseason home games, according to Carolyn Jones of SFGate .com ...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 958 reads 3 comments

  8. Jerry Lawler: Should He Stay out of the Ring Even If His Doctor Clears Him?

    Thank goodness. Jerry Lawler has recovered enough from his on-air heart attack in mid-September to return to his home. "The King" is hoping to return to announcing—and possibly to the ring—in November...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 4,635 reads 47 comments

  9. WWE: Has It Come Time to End the Divas Division?

    Though WWE 's Divas division is treated as a joke by much of the WWE Universe, WWE officials must try revamping it. If they don't, or efforts at a restructure don't work, then some will call for it to be removed...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 12,494 reads 120 comments

  10. Oakland Athletics: Should Jarrod Parker Start 1-Game Wild Card Playoff?

    If the Oakland Athletics obtain a postseason berth as the Wild Card, Jarrod Parker should be the guy to pitch in a one-game playoff. He's the clear best option. If the A's stick to the order, it's Dan Straily...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 695 reads 4 comments

  11. Predicting the Full 2012 Postseason Roster for the Oakland A's

    Bob Melvin may preach one game at a time to a young team yet to officially clinch a playoff spot, but someone within the system should be preemptively planning the 25-man roster just in case ...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 2,222 reads 11 comments

  12. WWE: Why CM Punk Is a Weak Champion

    The respect WWE champion CM Punk demands is not deserved for a weak champion who walks out on matches and loses more frequently than any champ in recent history. Punk claims he's the best in the world...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 15,849 reads 337 comments

  13. WWE: Kane and Daniel Bryan Are Only a Short-Term Fix for the Tag Team Division

    The duo of Kane and Daniel Bryan have certainly brought the spotlight to a tag team division barely staying afloat, but the pairing is nothing more than a band-aid on a wound that needs reconstructive surgery...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 4,306 reads 26 comments

  14. Analyzing the Impact of Brett Anderson's Injury on the Oakland A's Playoff Run

    Brett Anderson may just be one player on the Oakland Athletics roster, but his recent injury will prove to be the straw that breaks the camel's back. In this case, that camel is Oakland's playoff hopes...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 556 reads 0 comments

  15. Does Melky Cabrera's Noble Action Pave the Way for Return to the Giants in 2013?

    San Francisco Giants outfielder Melky Cabrera asked to be removed from eligibility for the 2012 NL batting title on Wednesday, according to CSNBayArea.com ...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 4,904 reads 23 comments

  16. Oakland A's: Grading Billy Beane's Moves in Creating Overachieving Squad

    Through six free agent signings, seven trades, two waiver wire pickups and one outright contract purchase, Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane once again proved his wizardry ...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 4,768 reads 23 comments

  17. WWE Night of Champions 2012: 6 Twists the CM Punk-John Cena Match Could Take

    On Sept. 16 at WWE Night of Champions 2012 , John Cena challenges CM Punk for the WWE Championship. Having fought a few times before, Cena and Punk need to pack a little extra punch—or ...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 10,341 reads 93 comments

  18. WWE Night of Champions 2012: Why You Should Care About the Divas Match

    Typically, Divas matches at pay-per-views are joked about as "bathroom breaks," but at Night of Champions 2012, the Divas Championship match between Layla and Kaitlyn will be worth your attention...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 8 months ago 2,462 reads 26 comments

  19. 11 Reasons Oakland A's Are Legit AL Playoff Contenders

    The Oakland Athletics entered the 2012 season with little hope of playing in October, yet one month away from playoffs, they find themselves as legitimate contenders for postseason baseball...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 9 months ago 3,987 reads 17 comments

  20. WWE Night of Champions 2012: 7 Additional Matches We Need Added Now

    WWE Night of Champions 2012 is less than two weeks away, and there's still only three matches on the card. There will likely only be a maximum of eight matches, leaving plenty of room for numerous bouts to be added...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 9 months ago 10,186 reads 68 comments

  21. Oakland A's: Bob Melvin's Keys to Success in September

    Before the second of a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox , Oakland Athletics manager Bob Melvin sat down to speak with reporters about his message to players, what ...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 9 months ago 1,206 reads 0 comments

  22. Oakland A's: Ranking Their 10 Biggest Surprises of 2012

    For a team that had little to no expectations, the Oakland Athletics have provided many shocking moments and feats in 2012. At the halfway point, the surprises continued to throw many into disbelief...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 9 months ago 2,743 reads 21 comments

  23. CM Punk: How Likely Is a WrestleMania Match with Steve Austin for WWE's Champ?

    For those of you holding your breath in hopes of a WrestleMania 29 dream match between CM Punk and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, please stop now before you pass out. It's not going to happen...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 9 months ago 7,870 reads 171 comments

  24. WWE: 6 Reasons Why Alberto Del Rio Will Defeat Sheamus

    In a half dozen chances, Alberto Del Rio has failed to defeat Sheamus for the World Heavyweight Championship. But at Night of Champions, Del Rio will finally capture his destiny and dethrone the Great White...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 9 months ago 3,470 reads 67 comments

  25. Oakland A's: 12 Biggest Keys to Making and Winning in the Playoffs

    The Oakland Athletics are just a half game back in the wild-card standings, but if they want to secure a postseason spot and stay longer than the first round, they'll need key guys to step up, rivals to falter and even a little luck along the way...

    Nick Houser Written by Nick Houser about 9 months ago 513 reads 3 comments