I just stumbled across this trying to do some other research, but the Sporting News has come out with its list of the "100 greatest football players of all time". I've attached the link to the site and a listing of the Top 30 right under it. It's interesting with at least a few surprises. Oh ... and I screamed like a schoolgirl upon seeing Joe (Cool) Montana as their … [Read more...] about 100 Greatest Football Players
Archives for April 2009
Hansbrough A Good Pro ?
Last week, Colin Cowherd of ESPN offered the opinion that Tyler Hansbrough's NBA career will ... shall we say ... lack luster. I'm being polite, but Colin made it sound as if TH will be lucky to even be drafted by the end of round 2 and that he'd be amazed if TH's career even begins approaching that of Christian Laettner, the former Duke stud. Now, Laettner is certainly not … [Read more...] about Hansbrough A Good Pro ?
The Ballpark at Arlington
The official name of the Texas Rangers’ home park is Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. Honestly, I could swear they used to call it The Ballpark at Arlington, but it could be that I’m confusing it with Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Nevertheless, Wednesday night it became the 28th major league stadium I’ve visited, and the 18th among the current 30. But, this post is about an … [Read more...] about The Ballpark at Arlington
2009 Pickin’ Splinters Baseball Challenge
Now that you have the benefit of both Chas' National League preview and Smitty's American League preview, it’s time to send us your picks for the inaugural Pickin’ Splinters Baseball Challenge. Remember that bragging rights on the bench are at stake, and maybe there will a prize for the winner as well. So without further adieu, here’s what we’ll need from each entrant (with … [Read more...] about 2009 Pickin’ Splinters Baseball Challenge
Tuesdays with Smitty: Praying to Amen Corner
By Aaron M Smith I think that this is going to be a yearly article for me. As college basketball having already crowned its king, is on the verge of crowning its queen and coming to an end. Major League Baseball is underway, but all eyes will turn to the PGA this week as the greatest tournament in professional golf takes place - The Masters. Thousands will flock to Augusta … [Read more...] about Tuesdays with Smitty: Praying to Amen Corner