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Author: Mike McKean

Michael McKean is an experienced writer with a portfolio that includes work on the subjects of sport, gambling, travel and finance. With a background rooted in journalism, Michael first ventured into the professional writing world based in Switzerland, where he wrote for a number of language and travel sites and magazines before moving into the world of sports writing and gambling sites. As an avid soccer fan, who follows everything from the Scottish lower leagues to the European elites, he has earned himself a solid reputation as a reliable football betting tipster and predictor. Outside of work, Michael has always gotten involved with grassroutes football everywhere he has worked and lived - UK, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland and Brazil - and still isn’t shy when it comes to pulling the boots on himself. As well as soccer, he has also developed a love of North American sports, particularly ice hockey - a love which began in Switzerland and saw him venture across the pond to follow the NHL. Moving away from dry land, he’s also a keen longboard surfer and is happiest when writing with a view of the ocean.

Is Matthew Stafford a Hall of Famer?

Mike McKean June 20, 2023 No Comments

If Matthew Stafford gets a yellow jacket and a bust as an inductee for the Pro Football Hall of Fame one day, will Lions fans feel good or remorseful? Stafford's…

Is Matthew Stafford a Hall of Famer?

The Longest Playoff Streaks in NHL History

Mike McKean June 20, 2023 No Comments

What is Chris Ilitch thinking? The Detroit Red Wings owner allows a once-proud franchise to wither on the vine. No, I’m not talking about the Detroit Tigers. Though the statement…

The Longest Playoff Streaks in NHL History

Tigers Should Rid Themselves of Javier Báez

Mike McKean June 19, 2023 No Comments

Javy Báez is hitting of late. That’s news, considering the dreadful performance the shortstop has exhibited in his year-plus as a Detroit Tiger. The trade deadline is looming, and Detroit…

Tigers Should Rid Themselves of Javier Báez

The Detroit Pistons' Entering New Era of Promise?

Mike McKean June 16, 2023 No Comments

The Detroit Pistons' 2022-2023 season was yet another ho-hum mile marker in the franchise’s ongoing rebuilding process. With a talented young core the Pistons embarked on a journey to reshape…

The Detroit Pistons' Entering New Era of Promise?

Detroit Lions Playoff Victory Drought Could Soon Be Over

Mike McKean June 12, 2023 No Comments

It seems as if every NFL expert is hopping onto the Detroit Lions bandwagon. Following a 9-8 record last year, and an exciting style of play under firebrand coach Dan…

Detroit Lions Playoff Victory Drought Could Soon Be Over

Pistons New Head Coach Can Change the Franchise: The 6 Year $72 Million deal with Monty Williams

Mike McKean June 5, 2023 No Comments

Ah, the Detroit Pistons, the team that's been on a rollercoaster ride of misfortune and disappointment for way too many years. It seems like they've been stuck in a never-ending…

Pistons New Head Coach Can Change the Franchise: The 6 Year $72 Million deal with Monty Williams

Riley Greene Injury Gives Tigers an Alibi: Can Detroit Tigers Continue Without Their Star Player?

Mike McKean June 5, 2023 No Comments

Stress fracture or stress reaction: who without a medical license knows the difference? Either way, there’s something wrong with Riley Greene, the Tigers outfielder who has already become fan favorite…

Riley Greene Injury Gives Tigers an Alibi: Can Detroit Tigers Continue Without Their Star Player?

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Mike McKean

Michael McKean is an experienced writer with a portfolio that includes work on the subjects of sport, gambling, travel and finance. With a background rooted in journalism, Michael first ventured into the professional writing world based in Switzerland, where he wrote for a number of language and travel sites and magazines before moving into the world of sports writing and gambling sites.

As an avid soccer fan, who follows everything from the Scottish lower leagues to the European elites, he has earned himself a solid reputation as a reliable football betting tipster and predictor. Outside of work, Michael has always gotten involved with grassroutes football everywhere he has worked and lived - UK, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland and Brazil - and still isn’t shy when it comes to pulling the boots on himself. As well as soccer, he has also developed a love of North American sports, particularly ice hockey - a love which began in Switzerland and saw him venture across the pond to follow the NHL. Moving away from dry land, he’s also a keen longboard surfer and is happiest when writing with a view of the ocean.

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Growing up as a kid, Larry Johnson was one of the coolest people on the planet. In my pee-brain mind, there was nothing like Larry Johnson. NCAA champion on the…

The Day Michael Jordan Got Put On A Poster

Eddie Maisonet, III April 11, 2020 No Comments

If you play the game of basketball long enough, you'll inevitably be put into a conundrum while playing defense under the rim. You could get dunked on at any moment.…

Thierry Henry Made Me Fall In Love With Soccer

Eddie Maisonet, III March 11, 2020 No Comments

It's the dirty little secret that really isn't a secret at all. I love soccer. While some of you are sitting there saying, "Tell us something we don't know, Ed.…

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Eddie Maisonet, III February 17, 2020 No Comments

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Eddie Maisonet, III July 29, 2019 No Comments

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Speaking Up About Our Pain - Again

The Sportsfan Journal Staff June 3, 2020 No Comments

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