August 12, 2020: Early Returns

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I remember watching the Blackhawks back in the mid-2000s. They weren’t good. You could tell when they started playing the game, that they were out-skilled. There have been moments this year when I felt that way as well. I’m not … Continued

August 11, 2020: Our Old Friend

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Who really thought the Blackhawks were going to get past the Oilers in the qualifying round? I always have the faith, more heart than head most times. In reality, the Blackhawks did not deserve to be in the “playoffs” whatever … Continued

August 8, 2020: Onwards

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When I heard it, I couldn’t believe it; that can’t be true. If the Blackhawks beat the Oilers, this will be the first playoff series they win since 2015; no way. After the Blackhawks beat the Oilers, they said it … Continued

August 6, 2020: Almost There

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I was ready; ready to stay up the whole night and watch the Hawks. I had my big sports cup of ice water and container of peanuts… I know, really exciting… this would help me stay up. Of course, I … Continued

August 5, 2020: Mistakes Happen

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Everybody makes mistakes, some more costly than others. I get it; I flushed away 7 years of good credit with one of my top mistakes, but a $43 million dollar mistake? I don’t think it’s too early to declare the … Continued

August 4, 2020: Even

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It was the perfect setup; one that we haven’t had in a LONG time. Cubs playing at 7; Blackhawks to follow at 930. Cubs held up their part of the bargain; Blackhawks not so much. The qualifying round series with … Continued

August 3, 2020: The Back End

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We know the names: Hendricks, Lester, Darvish, Quintana. They were supposed to lead a pretty solid starting rotation for the Cubs in 2020. As usual, everything doesn’t go according to plan. Quintana sliced his throwing hand washing dishes; he hasn’t … Continued