George Vecsey

The Legacy of Cardinals Manager Tony LaRussa

August 15, 2013Sports

The celebration may be ending a little early in St. Louis. Just days after winning a thrilling seven game World Series, St. Louis Cardinals Manager Tony La Russa announced his retirement. The 67-year-old La Russa managed for 33 years in the big leagues, winning three World Series titles over the years and really revolutionizing the […]

World Series Begins in St. Louis Tonight

August 15, 2013Sports

A historic night in baseball

August 15, 2013Sports

Major League Bseball finds controversy at All-Star Game location

August 15, 2013Sports

US faces off against Algeria in crucial World Cup game

August 14, 2013Sports

A dramatic World Cup weekend

August 14, 2013Sports

The U.S. managed a shocking 1-1 tie against England when English goalie Robert Green let an easy shot from Clint Dempsey bounce off his hands and into the goal. We talk to George Vecsey, sports columnist for The New York Times.

USA vs. England: a World Cup rematch 60 years in the making

August 14, 2013Arts, Culture & Media

Behind the brilliant goal keeping of Frank Borghi, the U.S. was able to pull off one of the greatest upsets in World Cup history, defeating England 1-0 in 1950. Tomorrow, team USA will try and pull off a similar upset.

United States wins gold, breaks record in Olympic swimming relay

August 14, 2013Sports

Guest: George Vecsey, New York Times sports columnist, in Beijing, China