John E. Gibson
Author
John E. Gibson has covered pro baseball in Japan for about 20 years and brings great knowledge and insight across the sports spectrum. His experience includes stints at The Orange County Register, The Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, The Redlands Daily Facts and The Yomiuri Shimbun’s English newspaper in Tokyo.
LATEST
Australian Open Men’s Final: Djokovic Short of All-Time Slam Mark
Djokovic still has his strong serve and textbook form at age 38, but Alcaraz, 22, won in four sets. The Serb remains tied with Margaret Court at 24 titles.
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Darnold’s NFC Championship Game Performance Caps a Remarkable Turnaround
The 28-year-old journeyman landed the Seahawks in the Super Bowl with a flawless game against the Rams.
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Cashed-Up Champion Dodgers Gather Stars as Critics Cry Foul
Addition of outfielder Tucker pushes team’s league-high payroll near $400 million.
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Stafford Stars in Role of Potential MVP as Rams Survive Panthers
The Los Angeles quarterback was sharp in a late scoring drive as the team advanced with a comeback victory in the wild-card matchup.
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Thanksgiving Day Schedule Keeps the Turkeys on the Table, Off the Tube
Rash of poorly performing quarterbacks across the NFL has made some teams hard to watch.
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Week 11 Provides Tough Test for NFL Teams Lacking in Muscle
The Chiefs lead the list of clubs that will have to make a second-half push for the postseason.
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Japanese Slugger Murakami to Bring Big Bat, Questionable Defense to MLB
Recently posted 25-year-old has a lot of pop, but likely faces major adjustment to major leagues.
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From Wembanyama Watching to Flagg Waving, NBA Stars Can Outshine Tarnish of Gambling Allegations
The NBA has time to recover from the FBI investigation with superb performances on court.
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Ohtani’s Game 4 Performance More Like a Comic Book Hero’s Than Real Life
The two-way player’s history-making one-man show in NLCS clincher for the Dodgers has many understanding the depth of his talent.
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Rookie Right-Hander Sasaki Brings Dodgers Some Postseason Relief
Out of rehab into the spotlight, Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki is thrilled to be part of the NLCS excitement in Los Angeles.
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Australian Open Men’s Final: Djokovic Short of All-Time Slam Mark
Djokovic still has his strong serve and textbook form at age 38, but Alcaraz, 22, won in four sets. The Serb remains tied with Margaret Court at 24 titles.
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Darnold’s NFC Championship Game Performance Caps a Remarkable Turnaround
The 28-year-old journeyman landed the Seahawks in the Super Bowl with a flawless game against the Rams.
|
Cashed-Up Champion Dodgers Gather Stars as Critics Cry Foul
Addition of outfielder Tucker pushes team’s league-high payroll near $400 million.
|
Stafford Stars in Role of Potential MVP as Rams Survive Panthers
The Los Angeles quarterback was sharp in a late scoring drive as the team advanced with a comeback victory in the wild-card matchup.
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Thanksgiving Day Schedule Keeps the Turkeys on the Table, Off the Tube
Rash of poorly performing quarterbacks across the NFL has made some teams hard to watch.
|
Week 11 Provides Tough Test for NFL Teams Lacking in Muscle
The Chiefs lead the list of clubs that will have to make a second-half push for the postseason.
|
Japanese Slugger Murakami to Bring Big Bat, Questionable Defense to MLB
Recently posted 25-year-old has a lot of pop, but likely faces major adjustment to major leagues.
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From Wembanyama Watching to Flagg Waving, NBA Stars Can Outshine Tarnish of Gambling Allegations
The NBA has time to recover from the FBI investigation with superb performances on court.
|
Ohtani’s Game 4 Performance More Like a Comic Book Hero’s Than Real Life
The two-way player’s history-making one-man show in NLCS clincher for the Dodgers has many understanding the depth of his talent.
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Rookie Right-Hander Sasaki Brings Dodgers Some Postseason Relief
Out of rehab into the spotlight, Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki is thrilled to be part of the NLCS excitement in Los Angeles.
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