OTM Open Thread 4/18: Red Sox baseball makes for a good FridayBaseball fans should appreciate their access to the sport, unlike Loukas Soukeras, the last baseball player in Greece.
The bizarre rise of the Ballon d'Or: How Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo made it what it is - and why Kylian Mbappe may NEVER win oneThe Ballon d'Or has evolved from a niche award into a highly sought-after title, significantly influencing player decisions and global football culture.