‘Sports’ Archives
Speechless
In one week: I'm ordained a priest, and the Chicago Blackhawks win the Stanley Cup. Doesn't get much better than this.
The Pending Blackhawks Stanley Cup: What it Means to a Fan and to a City
I have a sordid hockey past. Growing up for a few years outside of Ann Arbor, the sport is very much a part of the culture. The Red Wings are huge everywhere given their two-decade history of success, and people come out in good numbers to watch the University of Michigan. Living in proximity to Detroit and not supporting the Wings is [...]
For You Mullet Lovers Out There…
For some odd reason, I get a dozen or so hits per day from folks searching for information on mullets. So for all of you mullet hunters out there, this post is for you. First: " Kane's mullet is playoff ready," from the Toronto Sun. Second, this t-shirt, available for purchase from the NHL store: Third, a picture of the man's mullet [...]
Wait ‘Til Next Year
Nearly every year I've blogged, I've written some bit of hopeful enthusiasm regarding the upcoming baseball season. Hope Springs eternal, and a new season means new chances. Not this year. I predict the Cubs will be a medicore, .500 ball club, once again falling short of the requisite 90 wins needed to make the playoffs. This rundown on all MLB [...]
