A Link of Her Own: October 6, 2016
The Penguins visit the White House, MLB updates + more
MLB Update
The Blue Jays absolutely trounced the Rangers on Texas turf with a score of 10–1 in the first game of their AL Divisional Series. The Red Sox and Indians are playing their game right now; tune in!
The Houston Astros had to issue an apology on behalf of one of their minor-leaguers who took issue with Jessica Mendoza broadcasting last night’s Wild Card game just because she’s a woman. He’s probably also disgruntled that the MLB commissioner thinks minor-league players deserve to be paid like “apprentices and artists” — though that latter gripe would actually be legitimate.
NFL Update
Could the NFL be looking to the Canadian Football League for its next rule update? The CFL expanded the definition of which plays can be challenged and/or reviewed, in order to eliminate as much human referee error as possible, and they have a video command center whose bird’s eye view helps with ball spots and players in or out of position. So far, the adjustments seem to be working.
#TBT
Could this be the year?
Longread of the Day
FOX Sports did a great interview with Minnesota Timberwolves player Andrew Wiggins. Subjects covered include video game Call of Duty and Kevin Garnett dancing.
Awesome Photo of the Day
The Pittsburgh Penguins got to visit the White House today in celebration of last season’s Stanley Cup championship win. It’s nice to know that even Sidney Crosby, the man who’s won literally everything, doesn’t forget the little guy.
Must-Watch Video of the Day
Phil Kessel was criticized for years for just about everything you can think of when he was on the Maple Leafs, and was finally vindicated last May when he won the Cup after being traded to the Pens. Even President Obama got in on the joke in his congratulatory remarks today:
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