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Trey Burton’s “Philly Special” ESPYs jacket is the second greatest green jacket on earth

We here at The Loop are big fans of green jackets, and while Augusta National's version will always be our favorite, former Philadelphia Eagle Trey Burton gave it a run for its money at Wednesday night's ESPY awards. Go ahead, try it on:
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No, your eyes do not deceive you. That's a custom Philly Special lining married to a classic evergreen sport coat. We're not even Eagles fans, and we still want one of these hanging in our closet just in case. The evening wasn't short on style statements—Donovan Mitchell dressed up like Spider-Man at a job interview and JaVale McGee rocked a fanny pack that costs more than your rent—but it was Burton's subtle Super Bowl homage that spoke the loudest.
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How does Burton's current employer, the Chicago Bears, feel about this blatant display of Philly Phandom from their new tight end? To their credit, they seem c..

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British Open 2018: Kevin Kisner’s key to leading? “Try to smash” Jason Dufner in the face (Sort of)

Stuart FranklinKevin Kisner grabbed the early lead at the 147th British Open and it sounds like he has Jason Dufner to thank. Jason Dufner's face, that is.
Following his first-round 66 at Carnoustie, Kisner was asked about staying in a house with a crew of fellow players that includes Dufner. Turns out, the guys have been keeping busy by playing soccer in the backyard. And it appears that Dufner has been taking quite a beating in goal.
“I just try to smash Duf in the face,” Kisner told reporters. “He's all-the-time goalie.”
Why is Duf the “all-the-time goalie”?
“It's pretty cool to watch how athletic a lot of those guys are — except Duff, really.”
Dagger!
“No, I'm just kidding. Duff is athletic too.”
Kisner was also quite complimentary of Jordan Spieth's soccer skills. When asked if the three-time major champ “is quite good,” Kisner responded:
“Oh, yeah, absolutely. Until he sends it over the goal four houses over, and we've got to go knock on neighbors&#..

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British Open 2018: Yanni’s “In Celebration of Man” is back — and it’s as glorious as ever

'In Celebration of Man' is kind of like a statue. And it stands for golf.
Yanni's description of his famed golf theme rings as true as ever on Thursday. After disappearing following the 2014 U.S. Open, it returned for NBC/Golf Channel's coverage of the 2016 Open Championship. And it remains as glorious as ever.
Here's how that year's broadcast started. Prepare to get chills:
As Dan Hicks notes, “In Celebration of Man” has been given a Scottish flair. But other than the addition of the bagpipes opening and a bit of the instrument added into a couple of other spots, ICOM remains pretty much unchanged. And that's a good thing. After all, how do you alter perfection? This is tantamount to adding a few brush strokes to a Picasso.
Also a good thing? It's nice to hear bagpipes playing something other than “Scotland the Brave” and “Amazing Grace” for once.
Enjoy the Open, everyone. And enjoy this triumphant theme.
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Why was totally unmarketable Mike Trout making this young fan’s day when he could have been marketing himself?

Rob TringaliTEMPE, AZ – FEBRUARY 21: Mike Trout of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim poses for a portrait at Tempe Diablo Stadium on February 21, 2017 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Rob Tringali/Getty Images)The festering issue of Angels centerfielder Mike Trout’s low-key public image is an absurdly 21st-century problem. Trout is a generational talent, the best player in major league baseball but less recognizable to the general public than a mid-level YouTube star— or according to one report, a reserve NBA forward.
To hear MLB commissioner Rob Manfred, this is largely Trout’s fault since he’s shown minimal interest in marketing himself. He’s on Twitter and Instagram, and even did a mid-inning interview with Joe Buck from the outfield during the All-Star Game. But on the self-promotion scale from zero to say, Lavar Ball, Trout has been disquietingly, well, quiet.
“Player marketing requires one thing for sure—the player,” Manfred told reporters at the All-Star Game. “You cannot market a p..

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British Open 2018: 11 scotches to drink for breakfast while watching The Open

David CannonScotch. Scotch. Scotch. We love scotch….and, for that matter, golf. So to celebrate The Open’s return to the ancestral home of both, we decided to whip up the ultimate Open Championship drinking guide. Whether you’re looking for a noon-cap or a wake-up call (RIP West Coast golf fans), these 11 expressions are sure to become a part of your complete breakfast in no time.
Bruichladdich Port Charlotte Scottish Barley
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Miles to Carnoustie: 204.4
From Tom Watson to Darren Clarke, The Open has been the site of more than few swan songs over the years, so what better way to send off Bruichladdich’s Port Charlotte Scottish Barley than with a nice 6 a.m. dram. In September, the Islay whiskeymaker will replace their heavily peated icon with a new 10-year-old iteration, so now may be your last chance to enjoy this 40ppm heavyweight before it’s gone for good. Whatever you do, however, just remember to brush your teeth before the kids get up.
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