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13 Times When Sports Writers Really Blew It

Every writer and every editor out there messes up at some point.

You think something looks fine and dandy and you send it off to get published…only to realize a little bit later on that YOU TOTALLY BLEW IT.

And you’re about to see some real beauties from sports writers, ladies and gentlemen.

And we sincerely hope you’ve never let a headline like any of these slip out into the world, either in print or on the Internet.

Let’s take a look at the evidence…and try not to cringe too hard.

1. Not a good look.

You guys let this get out there?!?!

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2. This did not turn out very well.

I hope they get that taken care of.

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3. Totally inappropriate!

Where’s the editor?!?!

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4. This just makes me sad.

Let’s have a moment of silence…

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5. I think this is a good idea.

And I hope you’re on our side.

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6. Good for the hooker!

Well, wait a second…

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7. He’s a great kid.

Oh…wait a second…

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8. You missed a letter there…

One letter can make a big difference.

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9. Well, that’s nice.

I don’t even think I need to read the story now.

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10. The man is a champion in all areas.

And we salute him!

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11. A sad, sad story.

Poor ladies…

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12. The big unit!

One more time!

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13. That’s a relief.

Nice work!

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What are some ridiculous headlines you’ve seen that made you do a double-take?

Share them with us in the comments.

We’d love to hear from you!

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