July 2, 2014: Recruiting
We started the busy day in sports with the US getting eliminated from the World Cup, losing to Belgium 2-1. OK, wake me in 4 years… ok, I’ll probably try to catch some more of the World Cup even with … Continued
June 30, 2014: The Franchise
Who would have thought it: the Blackhawks the top franchise in this city. They have turned into the model on how to run an organization. They have set the bar for performance so high, that a loss this year in … Continued
June 29, 2014: The Penalty Shootout
It was a busy Saturday, with both the Cubs and Sox playing some afternoon baseball, and the Cubs finishing the night with the 2nd game of their doubleheader. The Cubs got swept, while the Sox beat Toronto for their first win … Continued
June 26, 2014: Post Hate
It feels good to let some hate out. Can’t carry that around; this is part of why I’m doing this. The latest rendition of the Hate Files was a doozy, as I opened up my biggest file in yesterday’s edition. … Continued
June 25, 2014: The Hate Files IV
Yes, the Cubs and Sox both won today… finally. Yes, there’s plenty of talk about Carmelo coming to the Bulls. Yes, there’s the Bulls and Blackhawks draft coming up. And of course, there is DA Bears starting soon. But this … Continued
June 17, 2014: Why We Love Sports
I remember the wiffle ball games my brother and I used to play in our backyard. One of us would represent the American League and the other the National League, as we came up to bat, trying to stand like … Continued
June 16, 2014: History
We’re going to start slow and build up to what turned out to be a pretty good Sunday, which translates into a very nice start to the week. 22-6. This was how badly the White Sox got outscored this weekend. … Continued
June 14, 2014: Fantasy Impact
Like Dale in Step Brothers, I manage a baseball team… a fantasy baseball team. I’ve mentioned this team many times in previous blogs. I play in fantasy leagues for baseball, football, and basketball. As football season approaches, we may see the … Continued
June 10, 2014: A Tale of Two Cities
The Cubs and Sox both started their new series on Monday. While the Cubs lost in Pittsburgh, the Sox won at home against Detroit. I have been to PNC Park before to see the Cubs play, while I have visited … Continued
June 9, 2014: The Hate Files III
It was a crappy Sunday. The Cubs & Sox both lost their games, which you have to get used to in a 162 game season with 2 teams that are mediocre. Still, it gets you in a bad mood. Then, … Continued