REMEMBER - Comments have been blocked until tomorrow morning. 1. I was born in Villa Gonzalez of the Dominican Republic and signed a Major League contract as an amateur free agent. So far I have played six seasons in the National League. I finished in the top ten for Rookie-of-the –Year voting. One season I finished in the top ten voting for the MVP. Three times I have … [Read more...] about Challenge I – Who am I?
Archives for October 2008
Prelude to a challenge
Ah yes the time is drawing near for Challenge I of Who am I? Get on your sports thinking cap. I have gathered bios for current athletes, not-so current athletes, and even one who was born in the 19th century. A couple of things before we enter the fray. First, I am going to do an override on the system, and all comments will be withheld until tomorrow morning. Therefore, … [Read more...] about Prelude to a challenge
Tuesdays with Smitty- Breaking down the Fall Classic
Now that I am over my mourning of the end of the Red Sox season. Actually there wasn't any mourning. It was a "Ahh, well we gave it a good shot, just came up a little short", turned off the lights and went to sleep. I actually thought I would have been more broken up about it, but in the end I really believe that considering the injuries and turmoil - the Red Sox overachieved … [Read more...] about Tuesdays with Smitty- Breaking down the Fall Classic
Who am I?
I was born in Pasedena, California where I went to John Muir High before running with the Rebels during my college career. I became known for my ability to slash to the basket as I averaged just under 14 points per game. I earned first team AP All-American as I helped UNLV to back-to-back final four appearances. I was part of the team that put a NCAA-final-game record … [Read more...] about Who am I?
Who am I?
I was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and I stayed a Volunteer for my college years. My time on the gridiron at Knoxville earned me a first round pick in the NFL draft. During my 15-year career I scored two touch downs, yet I played in 13 Pro Bowls and was nominated a First-Team All-Pro eight different years. I made over 100 tackles four different seasons. I had … [Read more...] about Who am I?