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Michael Arace

Sports Columnist at The Columbus Dispatch

Sports columnist, Columbus Dispatch

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  • Jarmo Kekalainen joins Kevyn Adams with Buffalo Sabres in NHL merging of the downtrodden

    4 days ago | dispatch.com | Michael Arace

    The Buffalo Sabres, facing the longest playoff drought in the NHL, hired former Columbus Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen as a senior advisor. Kekalainen’s hiring raises questions about the future of current Sabres GM Kevyn Adams, though it appears Adams remains in charge of hockey operations. Kekalainen, known for his drafting and development skills, joins the Sabres after a 12-year tenure as the Blue Jackets' GM.

  • At the core of the Cleveland Browns stadium issue is the core city of Cleveland | Arace

    1 week ago | dispatch.com | Michael Arace

    The Cleveland Browns owners, Haslam Sports Group, are planning to move the team from downtown Cleveland to a new domed stadium in Brook Park. The Haslams are seeking $600 million in state bonds to help fund the $2.4 billion project, despite opposition from Cleveland's mayor, county commissioner, and residents.

  • Columbus Crew lack finish. What will they do against Lionel Messi, Inter Miami?

    1 week ago | dispatch.com | Michael Arace

    Columbus Crew coach Wilfried Nancy is considered one of the best in MLS, employing a possession-based, attacking style. The team is still adjusting to the loss of top scorer Cucho Hernandez, and new Designated Player Daniel Gazdag has yet to score. Nancy remains confident in his system and players, emphasizing team play over reliance on a single striker. While Nancy is focused on improving the team as a whole, the Crew may need to acquire a high-priced forward to address their scoring woes.

  • Indy 500 can thank Columbus legend 'Fast Eddie' Rickenbacker for its name | Arace

    2 weeks ago | dispatch.com | Michael Arace

    Eddie Rickenbacker, one of Columbus' most famous sons, can now add another accomplishment to the long list that describes one of the most famous Americans of the 20th century. Rickenbacker gave the Indy 500 − or Indianapolis 500, if you like − its name. At the very least, he streamlined a process that continues yet. More: Everything to know about Indy 500: Date, time, lineups, TV and moreThe 2025 edition of the Indy 500 is at 12:45 p.m. May 25.

  • Hell really goes both ways as Crew, Cincinnati battle to 1-1 draw in Columbus | Arace

    2 weeks ago | dispatch.com | Michael Arace

    The Columbus Crew and FC Cincinnati tied 1-1 in the "Hell is Real" derby. Both teams sit near the top of the Eastern Conference standings. The Crew's coach Wilfried Nancy expressed confidence in his team's ability to score more goals in the future.

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6 Nov 19

RT @darreldrowland: Columbus Crew's proposal for the Ohio state fairgrounds met with support, skepticism https://t.co/QGXLlvlS39

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6 Nov 19

RT @BlackiePreps: Here are our final area football statistics, with several additions made today, and maybe more funneling in through the n…

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26 Sep 19

RT @BrianHedger: #CBJ roster has most of the NHLers playing. Guessing lines will look something like this: Texier-Dubois-Atkinson Folign…