Pickin' Splinters

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Archives for July 2008

Frozen Pond Diary: Making the cut

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A Clipboard exclusive - we get an inside look at North American Junior hockey through the eyes of Mike Gionta. While playing for the Queen City Steam of the Central States Hockey League, Mike will share his weekly experiences with the Clipboard. He doesn't mind being called the cousin of Brian or Steve, but on the Clipboard he is Mike Gionta. It started back in June. … [Read more...] about Frozen Pond Diary: Making the cut

Tuesdays with Smitty: Dear Manny

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Dear Manny, As I type this letter to you, I do so with a heavy heart. The events that have transpired over the last week, have made it possible - albeit small possibility – that you may not be a card carrying member of Red Sox Nation come the next Tuesdays with Smitty. Note to all readers : As I am typing this Manny just grounded into a 6-4-3 double play and didn’t even … [Read more...] about Tuesdays with Smitty: Dear Manny

On the Pitch with an American Novice: Focus on MLS

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Sometimes getting started is the hardest part. In last week’s “On the Pitch,” I gave the MLS a chance. I watched my very first regular season game and kept a diary of my impressions. I admit that I came into it with a fair amount of pessimism. I decided to dig a little deeper and find out what others are saying, whether avid soccer fans or those with a mild interest. Upon … [Read more...] about On the Pitch with an American Novice: Focus on MLS