Articles by Jake Elman (173)
Alfonso Soriano was a perennial All-Star second baseman and outfielder for nearly 20 years. Why didn’t Soriano earn more Hall of Fame love?
M.I.A. had the opportunity of a lifetime when she performed at halftime of the Super Bowl. A certain gesture, though, led to a hefty lawsuit.
Former Mets third baseman Todd Zeile had an underrated MLB career. Zeile later joined the TV industry and partnered with actor Charlie Sheen.
Rex Grossman is among the worst quarterbacks who led his team to the Super Bowl. The former Bears quarterback later founded a nursing agency.
Mickey Mantle made $7,500 as a rookie outfielder in 1951. How much would the Yankees great and Hall of Famer make if he played in 2020?
Osi Umenyiora was a two-time Pro Bowler and dangerous defensive end. Umenyiora is now an award-winning sportscaster in his native England.
Former Colts safety and Defensive Player of the Year Bob Sanders had a rich NFL career. Sanders still owns the house he bought as a rookie.
Plaxico Burress helped the New York Giants to a legendary Super Bowl win. Here’s how Burress reinvented himself after a gunshot wound.
Patriots receiver Matthew Slater has caught just one pass in 12 seasons. Slater’s $20 million in earnings come from his special teams play.
Kyle Boller earned $15 million in a middling career with the Ravens. Here’s why Boller later admitted he was glad to retire and escape football.