Ryan Boman

1 week ago | thesidearmer.com | Ryan Boman

On June 19, 2000, the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Indiana Pacers, 116-111 in Game 6 to win the franchise’s first title since 1988. Shaquille O’Neal was named the Finals Most Valuable Player after averaging 38.0 points, 16.7 rebounds, and 2.7 blocks in the series. This NBA Finals was also somewhat of a last hurrah for Pacers guard (and Future Hall of Famer) Reggie Miller, who had taken Indiana deep into the playoffs several times, but failed to win a championship.

1 week ago | thesidearmer.com | Ryan Boman

On June 16, 1975, the Los Angeles Lakers acquired the great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar via trade from the Milwaukee Bucks. He would go on to help the team win five NBA titles and is an integral part of the Lakers’ history. LA sent Junior Bridgeman, Dave Meyers, Elmore Smith, and Brian Winters to the Bucks in exchange for Jabbar and Walt Wesley.

2 weeks ago | thesidearmer.com | Ryan Boman

On June 14, 1992, the Chicago Bulls defeated the Portland Trail Blazers to capture the NBA Championship. Chi-Town won the series in six games, securing their second consecutive title. Michael Jordan was named the Finals MVP for the second year in a row. The match-up paired Jordan with another legendary guard of the era in Portland star Clyde Drexler. Michael was up to the challenge and provided the series’ most memorable moment.

2 weeks ago | chicitysports.com | Ryan Boman

The Chicago White Sox may be going through hell in the 2025 season, but they got a bit of a heavenly hello from the Vatican on Wednesday. Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native, was photographed wearing the team’s hat during a public appearance. Pope Leo XIV, who assumed the role after his predecessor, Pope Francis, passed away in April, is a Chicago native. Born Robert Francis Prevost in 1955, he grew up in the city’s south side. So, needless to say, the Pontiff grew up pulling for the Pale Hose.

2 weeks ago | chicitysports.com | Ryan Boman

Entering the 2025 season, Chicago White Sox rookie Chase Meidroth seemed like a man without a home. Known for his hitting prowess, one of the only questions the club seemed to have about him was: “What position should he play?”At the plate, the 23-year-old rookie is currently hitting .296 with an on-base percentage of .385 and 21 runs scored. But his offensive output wasn’t what befuddled the big club. Last season at Charlotte, Meidroth played all three infield positions on a fairly regular basis.