251 Results for author: Shelly Holt

MLB – MY TOP FIVE FAVORITE BASEBALL MOVIES OF ALL TIME

Let's talk about our favorite baseball films just a few short weeks away from a new season starting, shall we? | March 8, 2019, 4:58pm ET More

PGA TOUR – A PREVIEW OF THE 2019 MAJOR CHAMPIONSHIPS

It may be early to predict which players will win the PGA Tour's four majors this season, but I did it anyway. Who are your favorites? | Feb 22, 2019, 6:01pm ET More

NFL – 2019 SUPER BOWL PICK & END OF SEASON STATS THAT STICK OUT

Read why I think the Patriots will win the Super Bowl, again. And, check out my season-ending NFL standouts. | Jan 31, 2019, 6:06pm ET More

HORSE RACING – PEGASUS WORLD CUP INVITATIONAL 2019 PREVIEW

I'm breaking down the entrants of this prestigious race and making my picks. Hint: I think Accelerate could be taken over by City of Light once again. | Jan 24, 2019, 5:13pm ET More

MLB – THE PLAYERS I WOULD VOTE FOR ON THE 2019 HALL OF FAME BALLOT

I'm in the camp that thinks WAR should receive a big emphasis when choosing HOF candidates. I also don't think it's fair to keep players out based on PED suspicion alone. | Jan 17, 2019, 4:42pm ET More

PGA – MY 2018 FRANKENGOLFER

It's time to crack open the vault... My Frankengolfer is emerging... He's part Rose, Stenson, Simpson and... | Jan 11, 2019, 11:07am ET More

TENNIS – EXPLORING THE ON-COURT COACHING DEBATE

Read about why I am not a fan of on-court coaching and why I hope it never gets expanded into the Grand Slams. | Jan 3, 2019, 2:49pm ET More

NFL – THANKSGIVING 2018 GAMEDAY PREVIEW

Don't get me wrong, I enjoy Thanksgiving. But, I also love that we have three NFL games to enjoy while we hang out with our family and friends... and eat! | Nov 21, 2018, 5:10pm ET More

BREEDER’S CUP PREVIEW FROM CHURCHILL DOWNS (2018)

It's the best two-day American horse racing festival and this time, it took place in Louisville. I handicapped the Juvenile, Turf and Classic. | Nov 2, 2018, 12:27pm ET More

THE PGA TOUR CHAMPIONS HAS BECOME A ROAD OF REDEMPTION

It's inspiring to watch players who have struggled on the PGA Tour experience a rebirth later in their careers. What other pro sport offers that but golf? | July 13, 2018, 6:14pm ET More

HORSE RACING – JUSTIFY’S CHANCES TO WIN THE 2018 BELMONT STAKES & TRIPLE CROWN

It's time for Justify to prove he belongs in the history books. The Belmont will be a big test and one I think he will pass to become our thirteenth Triple Crown winner. | June 9, 2018, 3:25pm ET More

TENNIS – A SPORT THAT PROVES TALENT IS NOT ENOUGH

In the demanding sport of pro singles tennis, talent alone won't help a player to become elite. It takes a certain mental toughness to win and persevere. | June 4, 2018, 4:38pm ET More

HORSE RACING – 2018 PREAKNESS STAKES PICKS

After Justify's dominant Kentucky Derby win, some have called the big red colt a "super horse". But, he needs to get by 7 other competitors at Pimlico on another sloppy track to confirm his huge talent. | May 19, 2018, 12:16pm ET More

HORSE RACING – KENTUCKY DERBY 2018 PICKS

One of the more difficult Derbies to handicap in recent memory, I went for the favorite and pulled in a couple of long shots based on the stats. | May 5, 2018, 12:37pm ET More

HORSE RACING – 2018 KENTUCKY DERBY PREVIEW & SPEED FIGURE SURVEY

Meet the field who will be saddling up at Churchill Downs in a week. And, find out which ones have shown improvement in speed and are the fastest in the field. I have a feeling the winner will come from that group. | April 27, 2018, 12:48pm ET More

PGA – WOULD RORY MCILROY HAVE WON THE 2018 MASTERS WITH A VETERAN CADDY ON HIS BAG?

Is it time for McIlroy to reconsider using his best friend on his bag over a more seasoned veteran caddy to help him through the big moments? | April 13, 2018, 6:28pm ET More

PGA – MY 2018 MASTERS PICKS

Take a look at who I think may be in the best position to win the Masters this week. | Apr 4, 2018, 7:55pm ET More

MLB – THE TOP 10 MOST INTERESTING STORIES OF SPRING 2018

With another new baseball season about to start, I take a look back at some of the most interesting stories that caught my eye in the off-season. | Mar 29, 2018, 11:51am ET More

NFL – WILL THE NEWLY DEFINED “CATCH RULE” BRING MORE CLARITY?

League owners have unanimously voted to simplify what a catch is for the 2018 season. It may not be perfect, but it should help clarify things and that can only be good for the sport. | Mar 27, 2018, 5:10pm ET More

HORSE RACING – A FIRST GLANCE AT THE POTENTIAL 2018 KENTUCKY DERBY CONTENDERS

The 144th Running of the Roses is right around the corner. I take a first glance at which horses seem to have real potential to be in the starting gate on the first Sat in May. | Mar 23, 2018, 4:52pm ET More

MY NFL HONORS PICKS for 2017

In this article, I pick who I think should receive the NFL Honors for 2017 and give the reasons. Most are to be expected, but there may be some surprises. | Feb 2, 2018, 4:14pm ET More

HORSE RACING – PEGASUS WORLD CUP 2018 PREVIEW

Read how I picked 5 of the top 6 finishing horses in the "World's Richest Race", including two (very) long shots. I'm getting pretty good at handicapping thoroughbreds... | Jan 26, 2018, 6:51pm ET More

NFL – 2017 WEEK 17 – STATS THAT STICK OUT

The last column of this regular season weekly series showcased: Philip Rivers, Orleans Darkwa, Albert Wilson, Ezekiel Ansah, Jordan Poyer and the Baltimore Ravens. | Jan 6, 2018, 3:43pm ET More

PGA – MY 2017 FRANKENGOLFER

It's time for my 6th annual column in which I piece together the perfect PGA golfer in four areas of the game based on last year's stats. So, who did I come up with this year? | Jan 4, 2018, 6:58pm ET More

NFL – 2017 WEEK 16 – STATS THAT STICK OUT

Those players making the good side of the list: Blake Bortles, Bilal Powell, Todd Gurley, Ezekiel Ansah, Mike Hilton. The dubious side goes to: the Dallas Cowboys. | Dec 30, 2017, 4:25pm ET More

NFL – 2017 WEEK 15 – STATS THAT STICK OUT

This week, the list includes: Eli Manning, C.J. Anderson, Keelan Cole, Aaron Donald, Darius Slay, and the Seattle Seahawks. | Dec 29, 2017, 6:35pm ET More

TBT – SPORTS FILM REVIEW – “The Stratton Story”

Like other baseball fans who crave the sport in the offseason, my way of filling the void is to watch movies like this one. Enjoy the throwback review & find the film. It's worth the effort. | Dec 21, 2017, 3:03pm ET More

NFL – 2017 WEEK 14 – STATS THAT STICK OUT

Those making the list this week include: Ben Roethlisberger, LeSean McCoy, Antonio Brown, Jurell Casey, Xavien Howard and the Oakland Raiders. | Dec 16, 2017, 3:36pm ET More

NFL – THE 2017 GIANTS: An Example of How NOT To Run a Football team

In this post, I break down the reasons for NY's debacle this season and provide a warning to other football teams on the build. (Here's hoping someone from the 49ers reads this...) | Dec 15, 2017, 5:45pm ET More

NFL – 2017 WEEK 13 – STATS THAT STICK OUT

Great distinctions this week: Alex Smith, Alfred Morris, Tyreek Hill, Clay Matthews, Robbie Gould. Dubious distinction this week: Denver Broncos. | Dec 9, 2017, 11:56am ET More