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Detroit Lions sign “Kickalicious”

The Detroit Lions of the National Football League have signed Internet phenom Havard Rugland to a three year $1.485 million contract. Rugland has recently been in the limelight after uploading his “Kickalicious” video on YouTube. The 28-year-old kicker from Norway has never played American style football, but that hasn’t stopped the Lions from taking a [...]

Have you ever wondered what your dog would have to say?

During my daily routine of scanning the boundless absurdity of what has become the world wide web, I came across a website that I felt compelled to share with the readers of NewsFlask.com. Have you ever wondered what your dog was thinking? Or, even what he would say to you if he had the ability? [...]

SXSW Festival Offers Homeless Hotspots

The South by Southwest festival continues to grow year-by-year and possibly ranks among the most popular arts and tech festivals of modern times. This year’s SXSW event is now making news for a revolutionary idea that has put haters in a moral debate. A charitable marketing program, that is paying homeless individuals at the event, has [...]

Timothy Bradley Beats Manny Pacquiao

In an upset for the ages, California native Timothy Bradley beat Manny Pacquiao Saturday night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Most people who watched the fight scored the match 11-1 in favor of Manny Pacquiao, but the judges felt otherwise – awarding Timothy Bradley victory by split decision. Saturday night’s [...]

Baseball prospect goes viral with trick shot YouTube video

All of us here at NewFlask.com are currently sober enough to realize that the spring season is upon us. And with that, sprouts the beginning of a new baseball season – America’s pastime – the great sport that infuses bats, balls and beer.

Major League Baseball is currently two weeks deep into spring training, a beautiful time of the year when young, aspiring ball players vie for the attention of big league scouts any way they can.

In the world of sports, trick shots are nothing new. Putting together an edited series of trick shots and posting them on YouTube — not new either. But something that is refreshing, is a 24-year-old baseball prospect, who is currently on the roster of the San Diego Padres Single-A minor league organization, who goes the extra mile to put together a very impressive video showcasing his unique accuracy and power with a baseball bat.

The man of the hour is Connor Powers. His video has finally gone viral after sending numerous Tweets to anyone that would take the time to watch. We noticed, Conor. Well done!

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Here’s another video of Connor Powers at the Cape Cod League Home Run Derby. Spoiler alert – he wins! You can follow Connor on Twitter here and follow NewsFlask.com here.

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Rob Gronkowski, The ‘Polish Punisher’

December 4, 2011 in Celebrities, Football, Hotties, Sports

Rob Gronkowski and Bibi Jones

Is New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski one of the most physically dominating players in the National Football League?

Absolutely! The ‘Polish Punisher’ over-powers just about everyone he faces and is on pace to destroy most NFL tight end single season records.

As I write, Gronkowski just scored his 3rd touchdown of the day and continues to inflict his wrath on the Indianapolis Colts defense. His 2nd touchdown grab this afternoon, a 21 yard reception from QB Tom Brady, tied the all-time NFL record for touchdown receptions (13) by a tight end, set by Vernon Davis (2009) and Antonio Gates (2004). Rob’s 3rd score of the day would have put him on top of the ranks, but the play was later ruled a lateral, which is considered a running play. Today’s performance also marked his 5th game of 2011 where he had scored at least two touchdowns. A remarkable exhibition in its own right.

Glen Gronkowski

Gronkowski first made headlines outside of the football world when he posted a picture on Twitter (@RobGronkowski) of himself and porn star Bibi Jones. Apparently the two didn’t actually have sex, the picture was a marketing tool for Gronkowski to acquire more Twitter followers. It definitely worked. The picture blew up on the Internet and speculation grew about the couple’s relationship status. But it was all in good fun. So much fun, in fact, Rob’s brother, Glen, dressed up as his bigger bro for Halloween.

It’s safe to say this kid has a future playing the football. The possibilities seem endless for him on the grid iron. Next Sunday, when you’re done praying for the foolishness in Denver to stop, check out the Patriots and Redskins game (1:00 EST). Odds are you’ll see the first time a tight end has caught 14 touchdown passes in a single season.

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