Your HOF Ballot »

Your HOF Ballot

Ballots went out earlier this week for enshrinement into the 2008 Cooperstown class. Tim Raines and David Justice head the list of first-timers. Brady Anderson, Rod Beck, Shawon Dunston, Steve Finley, Travis Fryman, Chuck Knoblauch, Rob Nenn, Jose Rijo, and Todd Stottlemyre also appear for the first time. Mark McGwire, Rich Gossage, and Jim Rice [...]

Degrees of Disorder »

Degrees of Disorder

As one college sport nears its post-season, and another makes its way through the pre-conference schedule, it is only natural to expect a little disorder. Add in a little professional stuff and the result bears the resemblance of chaos. Early season hoops tourneys and non-conference games certainly whet the appetite of many an eager fan. [...]

Ineptitude Bowl et al »

Ineptitude Bowl et al

Fe! Fi! Fo! Fum! I smelled the blood of…a steak sandwich at the Knights of Columbus. Ah yes, the family made yet another trip west to South Bend for a college football matchup. Dare I say this event is taking on an annual nature. Don’t know what I have done right to receive these blessings, [...]

The Parting of the Red Sea and more »

The Parting of the Red Sea and more

Prior to their divisional showdown with the Cowpokes, Giants’ defensive coordinator, Steve Spagnuolo, requested that his team wear its alternate red jerseys. Spagnuolo professed the Jints would gain a psychological advantage as the ‘Pokes QB, Tony Romo, would feel the pressure of the Jints’ pass rush. The only advantage gained: Romo found the parting of [...]

The Ultimate Teammate »

The Ultimate Teammate

On this day where I celebrate the eighteenth anniversary with my ultimate life teammate, it is time for some audience participation. Readers, show us what you have. How do you define a teammate? Is the ultimate teammate one who always comes through in the clutch when the game is on the line? Or is the [...]

So Many Questions »

So Many Questions

Another week of sports action and drama has past, and we here on the Clipboard have so much to discuss. Please take the time to weigh in on as many of the following as you wish. MLB has officially shifted into its Hot Stove League. Do any of the seasoned veterans find Joe Torre’s move [...]


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