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“A Break from Reality” by Norm Brooks
June 30, 2009 by
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Sure, I may be a fantasy addict, but just because it’s called “fantasy” doesn’t mean it’s not real. You try walking in my shoes for a day, and not only will you get athlete’s foot, but you’ll understand the harsh realities of my day to day...
“A Break From Reality” by Norm Brooks
June 30, 2009 by
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Sure, I may be a fantasy addict, but just because it’s called “fantasy” doesn’t mean it’s not real. You try walking in my shoes for a day, and not only will you get athlete’s foot, but you’ll understand the harsh realities of my day to...
“Death of a Salesman” by Zachary Rubenstein
June 30, 2009 by
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Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Ed McMahon…blah blah blah. All these pale in comparison to the recent death of quintessential pitchman Billy Mays, whose passing went relatively unnoticed in the sports world even though the guy single-handedly carried ESPN’s 360.com promotion....
“Out with the old, in with the new” by Dr. Gerard Leavenworth
June 30, 2009 by
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For years, my office has been organized under the strict yet loving care of Miss Donna Roberts. A talented nurse and administrator, Donna has been the Brian Westrbook of my team — the definition of a multi-threat caregiver.
But recently, I noticed that she was slipping...
Rollie’s Roll: Joe meets Pau, Bill Plaschke is a liar, and questions surround Ian Snell’s package
June 30, 2009 by
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Twitter reveals that Bill Plaschke is a lyin’ S.O.B. (Mike Scioscia’s Tragic Illness)
What’s wrong with this picture?
This is one helluva celebration. (Deadspin)
What’s better than seeing a fan get tackled after running onto the field? When that fan is a member of Red Sox...
“Death of a Salesman” by Zachary Rubenstein
June 30, 2009 by
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Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Ed McMahon…blah blah blah. All these pale in comparison to the recent death of quintessential pitchman Billy Mays, whose passing went relatively unnoticed in the sports world, even though the guy single-handedly carried ESPN’s 360.com...
“Out with the old, in with the new” by Dr. Gerard Leavenworth
June 30, 2009 by
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For years, my office has been organized under the strict yet loving care of Ms. Donna Roberts. A talented nurse and administrator, Donna has been the Brian Westbrook of my team — the definition of a multi-threat caregiver.
But recently, I noticed that she was slipping. Things weren’t...
Instant Replay
June 30, 2009 by
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Bill Austin thinks that instant replay has no place in the big leagues.
Think Blue
June 30, 2009 by
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Bill Austin, Tourette's Umpire, tells us about his favorite part of Dodger Stadium.
Think Blue
June 29, 2009 by
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The Ivy at Wrigley Field…the seats atop of the Green Monster…the two-dollar draught beers at Brewers Stadium. Every park has its own unique atmosphere that sticks with you long after the game is over. Chavez Ravine, home to the Los Angeles Dodgers and around the corner from the...
Instant Replay
June 29, 2009 by
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As the youngest in a long line of umpires, there’s only one thing that Bill Austin hates more than instant replay being used in the big leagues, and that’s Joe Buck. It just reminds Bill how much the game has changed since the days when his grandfather, Jebidiah Austin, first presided...
Sixth Man of the Day: Bruce Manley
June 26, 2009 by
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Bruce Manley is a twenty five year-old New Jersey suburbanite who also happens to be a uniquely talented hardwood whiz. Having injured his shoulder when he was young, Bruce lost the ability to throw an overhand pass. But the kid didn’t quit. Instead, he developed a preternatural...
Sixth Man of the Day: Leroy Smith
June 26, 2009 by
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Sometimes, it seems, fame can be unfair. Although Chris Webber was an All-Star in the NBA, most people remember him as the Michigan Wolverine who tried to call a timeout when his team had none remaining. And Craig Ehlo, a great on-the-ball defender for many years, is most recognizable for ...
Sixth Man of the Day: David Stern
June 26, 2009 by
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[caption id="" align="alignright" width="196" caption=""When I rub my beard, the NBA gets more exciting.""][/caption] As many of you know, we here at the GSF have a soft spot for David Stern, and we've enjoyed watching this nebbish...
Sixth Man of the Day: Bruce Manley
June 26, 2009 by
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Bruce Manley is a twenty five year-old New Jersey suburbanite who also happens to be a uniquely talented hardwood whiz. Having injured his shoulder when he was young, Bruce lost the ability to throw an overhand pass. But the kid didn't quit. Instead, he developed a preternatural...
Sixth Man of the Day: David Stern
June 25, 2009 by
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As many of you know, we here at the GSF have a soft spot for David Stern, and we’ve enjoyed watching this nebbish, middle-aged Jewish man fight to maintain his tyrannical grip over the NBA for years. And even though the NBA Draft kicks off in just a few hours, that’s not the reason why [...]
Fun with Pixelated Portraits
June 25, 2009 by
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We tend to stay away from stats. But every now and then something is so statistically relevant, that we can’t help but highlight it.
So when we came across Flip Flop Fly Ball, we had to take notice. Not only does this site answer such time-honored questions as “What was the...
Rollie’s Roll: Baseball superstitions, MLB nose pickers, and Clint Hurdle’s a fashion thief
June 25, 2009 by
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Kobe loves it when a fan’s enthusiasm leads to arrest. (Sons of Steve Garvey)
No, that’s not Joe Maddon. (Bugs & Cranks)
MLB’s greatest nosepickers. (More Hardball)
Teammates occasionally have intimate moments.
Whether it’s eating chicken or reusing underwear, baseball...
“A name is a terrible thing to waste” by Zachary “Z-man” Rubenstein
June 24, 2009 by
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I was horrified by the news that Jeffrey Jordan, son of Michael Jordan, was stepping away from the University of Illinois basketball team to focus on his studies. As an agent who prides himself on guiding young athletes through the difficult decisions facing them, I wish I’d been...
“A name is a terrible thing to waste”by Zachary “Z-man” Rubenstein
June 24, 2009 by
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I was horrified by the news that Jeffrey Jordan, son of Michael Jordan, was stepping away from the University of Illinois basketball team to focus on his studies. As an agent who prides himself on guiding young athletes through the difficult decisions facing them, I wish I...
Sixth Man of the Day: Leroy Smith
June 23, 2009 by
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Sometimes, it seems, fame can be unfair. Although Chris Webber was an All-Star in the NBA, most people remember him as the Michigan Wolverine who tried to call a timeout when his team had none remaining. And Craig Ehlo, a great on-the-ball defender for many years, is most recognizable...
Mad Draft Disease
June 23, 2009 by
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Norm Brooks, the fantasy sports addict, just didn’t see this one coming. Last Tuesday, while collecting bottles and cans, Norm spotted a half-eaten hamburger in the trash, and, believing that it looked reasonably fresh, scarfed it down. Having been given the nickname “Iron Colon”...
Rollie’s Roll: Jose Reyes, a Father’s Day brawl, and Ricky Ledee’s headshot re-surfaces
June 23, 2009 by
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Joe Morgan has made a career out of “misremembering.” (Awful Announcing)
Nothing celebrates Father’s Day like throwing haymakers at the ballpark. (Deadspin)
Stop staring at the Pittsburgh Pirates…it’s making Freddy Sanchez uncomfortable. (The Onion)
A Ball-Free Ballgame...
Mad Draft Disease
June 22, 2009 by
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Norm Brooks, the fantasy addict, has contracted the horrific bacterial virus which has been running rampant through the world of fantasy sports: Mad Draft Disease.
Sixth Man of the Day: Dirk Nowitzki
June 22, 2009 by
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[caption id="" align="alignright" width="186" caption=""I will raise this child with an Iron Fist!""][/caption] Like a white guy headlining the Apollo Theater, an NBA superstar filing for sole custody of his child isn't something...
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