Robert Watkins
A professonal and fantasy sports enthusiast, Robert spent 25 years in the financial services industry as a sales and management professional. He acted as a customer advocate and has extensive experience working on Wall Street. As a highly acclaimed industry leader, he has been a catalyst for public education and accessability of financial services. He is a former partner with a Fortune 500 organization. Until 9/11, Robert lived and worked in New York. Today, he resides in Glen Mills, Pa.
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Fixing the Giant Hole at Tight End: A New York Giants Fan's TakeA Tight End Battle Should Ensue as the New York Giants Prepare to Defend Their Title
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The Fantasy Six Pack - Buffalo Bills: A Fantasy Owner's TakeA look at all 32 NFL teams and basic information fantasy owners need to know about each of them.
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I was 17 and in Love with My 1977 Chevy Camaro1983 Was About Heavy Metal and My First Sports Car
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Manny Ramirez is Back! Sort Of...A Fantasy Owner's TakeDoes Manny's Return to the Majors Matter to Fantasy Owners?
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It's Time For the National League to Embrace the Designated HitterWith the Houston Astros Moving to the American League Next Season, It's Time for Pitchers to Leave the Batting Order.
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Why is Alex Rodriguez Still the Yankees Cleanup Hitter? a Yankees Fan's TakeAlex Rodriguez is done as the Yankees Cleanup Hitter - It's Time for Joe Girardi to Pass the Job to Robinson Cano
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Why Did Jordan Walden Lose the Closer Role in Los Angeles? a Fantasy Owner's TakeWhy Did Jordan Walden Lose his Closers Job? Did the Los Angeles Angels Move too Quickly to Remove Walden as Closer?
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Has Domenik Hixon's Time Come as a Member of the New York Giants? A Fan's TakeDomenik Hixon is Ready to Resume his Career as a Member of the Giants After a Second Serious ACL Injury
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Fixing the New York Yankees Won't Be Easy: A Fan's TakeWith Commitments to Bloated Salaries and an Aged Roster, This Team Needs an Overhaul
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The Fantasy Six Pack - Atlanta Falcons: A Fantasy Owner's TakeA look at all 32 NFL teams and basic information fantasy owners need to know about each of them.
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Josh Hamilton - Why He SHOULD NOT Be Traded: A Fantasy Owner's TakeKeep Your Offers Fellow Fantasy Owners, Josh Hamilton Isn't Leaving My Roster
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The Fantasy Six Pack - Baltimore Ravens: A Fantasy Owner's TakeA look at all 32 NFL teams and basic information fantasy owners need to know about each of them.
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The Fantasy Six Pack - Arizona Cardinals: A Fantasy Owner's TakeA look at all 32 NFL teams and basic information fantasy owners need to know about each of them.
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Fantasy Baseball's All-Injured Team - an Owner's TakeIf a Fantasy Baseball Owner Could Assemble the Best of the Injured, He Would Have One Awesome Team on Paper
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Happy Brawl-Day - Remembering the Yankees-Red Sox Chaos of 1976: A Yankees Fan's TakeOn May 20, 1976, the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox Engaged in a Brawl for the Ages
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And the First Quarter Fantasy Baseball MVPs Are....An Owner's TakeWith a Quarter of the 2012 Season in the Books, It's Time to Hand Out Awards
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You've Won the Lottery! Now What?Dreaming About the Lottery is Nothing Compared to the Work it Takes if you Actually Win It
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Why Quarterback Tim Tebow Should Start for the New York Jets: A Fantasy Owner's TakeTim Tebow provides the New York Jets an upgrade at quarterback - at least in the minds of fantasy owners.
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Roy Oswalt Stepping Up Efforts for a 2012 Return? a Fantasy Owner's TakeRoy Oswalt connected to the Philadelphia Phillies and Boston Red Sox
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Why the Financial Advice You Receive Isn't Always in Your Best InterestsA Recent National Bureau of Economic Research Study Suggests Profits, Not What's Best for Clients, Dictates Advice
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Five Pitchers Who Can Help the Yankees: A Fan's TakeThe Nemesis of Not Having Enough Arms is Haunting the Yankees
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'Generation U': The Kids Aren't All RightWithout solid employment opportunities among recent college graduates, perhaps the next generation should be know a 'Generation U (Unemployed)'
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May 17, 1979 was Fantasy Heaven and Hell as the Phillies and Cubs Combined for 45 Runs: An Owner's Take33 Years Ago Today the Philadelphia Phillies and Chicago Cubs Played a Slugfest Few Will Forget
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When Financial Advisers Believe They Are Your 'Daddy'Financial advisers can be arrogant know-it-alls - even if it isn't to your face.
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Ohio Super PAC Ad Strikes at the Heart of State's RestlessnessPriorities USA Action, a pro-Obama Super PAC, has unveiled a new ad in which Mitt Romney's commitment to the American worker is seriously questioned. It is airing in Ohio as well as four other states.
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Could Donovan McNabb Find a Home in New York? A Giants Fan’s TakeThe Idea of the Giants Adding Donovan McNabb Would be Outrageous
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Fantasy Baseball MVPs of 1962: An Owner's TakeWho Were the Real Fantasy MVPs of 1962?
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Why the Trial of Roger Clemens is Important to Baseball: A Yankees Fan's TakeIt's Good the Government is Spending Millions in Its Pursuit of Roger Clemens
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JPMorgan: It's a Little Late for Heads to Be RollingIt's a little late for role swapping on the executive merry-go-round at the banking giant.Also published on:
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Draft a Tight End Before a Wide Receiver? Only If You Want to Win Your League: A Fantasy Football Fan's TakeThe Tight End May Now be the Most Valuable Position in Fantasy Football
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If Fantasy Baseball Drafts Were Popular in 1962: An Owner's TakeThe top 12 fantasy baseball selections entering the 1962 baseball season.
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Is it Trevor Bauer Time in the Desert? a Fantasy Baseball Fan’s TakeWith a 15-20 Record, It’s Time for the Diamondbacks to Unleash Bauer
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Ten of the Most Memorable Quotes in SportsThese quotes from the world of sports are funny, touching, and dumb -- but there is no denying they are gems.
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First Person: Why is My Bank Selling Seven-Up?Advertising Gimmicks Hit an All-Time Low
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First Person: Why Americans Continue to Get the Ideal Retirement Age WrongA Gallop Study Displays the Lack of Reality Folks Have When Envisioning Retirement
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The Best Advice Graduates Will Ever ReceiveFame and money only take you so far in life.
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While the Red Sox Flounder, the Yankees Are Stuck in the Middle: A Yankees Fan’s TakeWith 16 wins and 14 loses the Yankees look mediocre.
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If Barney Frank Really Wanted to Help Me He Would Have Eliminated ATM FeesATM Fees Have Hit Ridiculous Levels. And, Besides - It's 'MY' Money!
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Alex Smith's Skyrocketing Value: A Fantasy Owner's TakeWith Key Acquisitions and a coach Who Knows How he Ticks, is Alex Smith Ready to Light up the Fantasy Boards
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Josh Hamilton and Matt Kemp Give Baseball Fans Plenty to Cheer About: A Fantasy Owner's TakeTraveling Different Roads, Hamilton and Kemp are Providing Plenty of Fireworks
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Hal Steinbrenner - Friend or Foe? a Yankees Fan's TakeSubtle Frustrations with Hal Steinbrenner May Signal Greater Problems for the New York Yankees
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Would President Obama Have Fired the Gun that Killed Bin Laden?Republicans keep hammering on why the president continues to take credit for the raid that killed Osama bin Laden. They are asking the wrong question.
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Bring Cole Hamels to New York, Now! a Yankees Fan's TakeThe New York Yankees Need the Passion of Cole Hamels
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Ten States Will Decide the Winner Between Obama and Romney in NovemberNo Matter How the Math is Done, Ten Swing States Will Determine Our Next President
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Shockingly, the AP Reports Mariano Rivera's Career May Be Over: A Yankees Fan's TakeWhile Yankees Fans Wait for an Official Team Announcement, the AP Stuns the Baseball World
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Your Attention, Please: Pedro Alvarez is Back from the Dead! a Fantasy Owner's TakeIn one week, Pedro Alvarez has gone from fantasy goat to fantasy god.
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Al-Qaida Not a Fan of Fox News' 'No Spin' PositionBill O'Reilly and the FOX News Crew are Not Particularly Liked by the Terror OrganizationAlso published on:
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The End of the Line for Jeremy Shockey? A Giants Fan's TakeA Magnet for Controversy, Shockey Struggles to Find Work
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Will Stafford, Johnson and Broyles Make for the Next Great Fantasy Football Trio? An Owner's TakeMemories of Manning, Wayne, and Harrison could be just a year away.
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April's Fantasy Surprises: An Owner's TakeApril baseball never ceases to amaze. With less than a sixth of the season complete, it's time to look at some of the more outlandish statistics produced to date.
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Yu Darvish Impressing with Each Subsequent Outing: A Fantasy Owner's TakeThe Japanese Import is the Real Deal
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What are the CIA’s Clandestine Services?With release of his book “Hard Measures” former CIA Clandestine Services Director Jose Rodriguez Jr. places focus on the countries “dark side” of dealing with terrorism.
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May 1, 1939: A Day of Angst for Lou Gehrig - a Yankees Fan's TakeEllsworth "Babe" Dahlgren made the start at first base for the New York Yankees on May 2, 1939.
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Kudos to Obama on bin Laden Death, but It Will Little Impact the ElectionOne year ago Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, and key members of the president's administration watched the execution of Osama bin Laden. Then they addressed the world. A year later what does this mean for his re-election?
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Nickelback Rocks Philadelphia, but Bush Steals the ShowReview of the four-band Philadelphia stop of Nickelback's 'Here and Now' tour
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2012 New York Giants Draft: Fan ReactionDo the Giants receive a passing grade for the 2012 NFL Draft?
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NFL Draft Day 1 - A Fantasy Owner's ValuationWhat does the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft mean for fantasy owners?
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On Mom's Special Day, "Treat Your Mother Right"Let Mr. T Sing to Mom this Mother's Day
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Barack Obama's Latest Headache: Stagnant Unemployment DataWeekly unemployment numbers signal a troubling trend.Also published on:
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The Best and Worst Draft Day Scenarios for Ryan Tannehill: A Fantasy Owner's TakeWe know Andrew Luck is going to Indianapolis while Robert Griffin III looks Washington bound but what's the best fantasy destination for Ryan Tannehill?
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With Pineda Out for the Year, Pettitte's Return Even More Important: A Yankees Fan's TakeTeams can never have enough starting pitching
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Roger Clemens Gains Ground as Federal Prosecutors Weigh Their OptionsThe perjury trial of Roger Clemens looks to be a woeful display for the government.
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Looking Ahead to the Romney-Obama Mud-SlingingRomney rolls to a five state sweep; looks forward to White House, challenging President Obama.
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Brandon Jacobs, Plaxico Burress and the Hard Line New York Giants: A Fan's TakeThe New York Giants simply lack tolerance for distractions
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Hal Steinbrenner and the Suddenly Financially Restained Bombers: A Yankees Fan's TakeHow serious is Hal Steinbrenner about reducing the Yankees payroll?
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First Person: No One Without Your Last Name Will Ever Care as Much About Your Money as You DoThere is absolutely no substitute to diving into your own financial interests.
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Carl Crawford, Save Us! a Fantasy Owner's TakeThe acquisition of Marlon Byrd does little to stymie fears of fantasy owners who trusted in the Red Sox.
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Would the Jets Dare to Trade Tim Tebow on Draft Day? A Fantasy Owner's TakeA Deal Involving Tim Tebow Would be the Biggest Surprise of All
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Down 9-0, the Yankees Shock the Red Sox, 15-9: A Fan's TakeThe Yankees mount an awesome comeback versus their division rivals.
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The Five Fantasy Options I Don't Trust: An Owner's TakeProblems May be on the Horizon for These Five Players
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Shareholders Suing Citigroup Executives is Logic, Not Class WarfareIt's Only Fitting That Citigroup Shareholders Fight Back Against Corporate Excess.
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Matt Kemp is Locked and Loaded: A Fantasy Owner's TakeThose Who Argued Matt Kemp Wasn't Worthy of the Number One Pick in 2012 Should Hide
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Boston's Curious Lineup a Favor to the Bombers: A Yankees Fan's TakeLeading off with Aviles and Sweeney does little to intimidate the Yankees.
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Five 2012 NFL Draft Selections to Keep Tabs On From a Fantasy Perspective: A Fantasy Owner's TakeWith Luck and Griffin Presumably Going One-Two, Fantasy Owners Should Stay Alert to the Destination of These Players
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Pennsylvania Should Fully Support Mitt Romney's Bid for the PresidencyWith high unemployment, unchecked government regulation, and an abundance in failed policies, Pennsylvanians should send Barack Obama packing.
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An Open Letter to Red Sox GM Ben Cherington: A Fantasy Owner's TakeOnly Ben Cherington can save us from Bobby Valentine.
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First Person: The Dirty Little Secret of Income AnnuitiesIncome annuities carry some dirty little secrets.
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Vikram Pandit: Audacious CEO or Victim of the Times?Citigroup shareholders halt the proposed executive compensation plan
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Stock Market to Blame for the Current U.S. Economic WoesLook no futher than the major markets to understand why the U.S. stuck in financial limbo.Also published on:
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Should the New York Giants Consider Stephen Hill With First Round Pick? A Giants Fan's TakeGeorgia Tech's wide receiver, Stephen Smith, is a fascinating entry into the 2012 NFL draft.
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Is Andy Pettitte Gearing Up for an Early May Return? a Fantasy Owner's TakeThe New York Post speculates Andy Pettitte may return to the Yankees on May 10.
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First Person: My Bank Hates MeDon't fall for gimmicks, promotions, or empty promises when dealing with your financial institution.
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When Employers Say, "I Have Jobs, but I Don't Want YOU!"Growing small businesses may be the key to economic recovery. However, small business owners need to approach hiring realistically.Also published on:
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As the Roger Clemens Trial Commences, the Baseball World Shrugs: A Fan's TakeIt's back to court for Roger Clemens. But will a verdict really matter?
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David Robertson is Waiting in the Wings: A Fantasy Owner's TakeDavid Robertson continues to impress.
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Giants Fan: Eli Manning Wouldn't Be Booed at Yankee StadiumThe void between Tim Tebow and Eli Manning in New York is enormous.
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Mitt Romney Confirms Hunt for Running Mate Has CommencedMitt Romney seeks vice-presidential running mate and assumes party leadership.
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First Person: How I Cleared My Name With the Internal Revenue ServiceMany IRS issues dealing with individuals is a simple error in documentation.Also published on:
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Yankees Got the Wrong Mariner for Jesus Montero: A Fan's TakeThe price to acquire Michael Pineda looks awfully steep at the moment for the New York Yankees.
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Don Mattingly Making Fantasy Fans Very Happy - Mostly: An Owner's TakeDonnie Baseball is pulling all the right numbers in Los Angeles.
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Will Sam Bradford Be the 2012 NFL Draft's Biggest Winner? A Fantasy Owner's TakeWill the St. Louis Rams take a wide receiver in the first round of the 2012 draft? If so, Sam Bradford will once again become a hot fantasy commodity.
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First Person: How Shopping the Big Box Stores Saves Me MoneyI Like to shop locally, however, I find the major retailers help save me significant dollars.
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First Person: Why I Chose to Buy a Home NowA combination of higher rents, favorable rates, and a soft housing market led to a decision that the time to buy was now.
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First Person: Why I Decided Not to Throw the Kids Out of the HouseHaving children qualify as independent students may sound great, but it could also have legal ramifications.
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Carl Crawford's Elbow Now a Concern: A Fantasy Owner's TakeFantasy owners were hoping that Carl Crawford would step up this season after a disastrous 2011. Injuries, however, have slowed his comeback considerably.
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Filling a Giant Need with Stanford's Coby Fleener: A Giants Fan's TakeThe tight end position could become a slippery slope for the New York Giants if they don't act early to fill the position.
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Tyson Douses the Martin Tragedy with Even More Hateful RhetoricMike Tyson can't help but to add his feeble thoughts on the Trayvon Martin case.
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The Cargo Man Crush: A Fantasy Owner’s TakeExceeding his 2010 numbers may be a stretch but Carlos Gonzalez looks poised for a huge year for the Colorado Rockies.
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What Andrew Luck as a Colt Would Mean to the Fantasy World: An Owner’s TakeAfter a three hour meeting with Andrew Luck, the Colts brass gave the Stanford QB glowing reviews. Does that mean you should take the plunge this fantasy season?
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Why Yankees Fans Know Bobby Valentine Won't Survive in Boston: A Fan's TakeBobby V's world could quickly come apart in Boston.
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What's Wrong with "The Freak"? a Fantasy Owner's TakeTim Lincecum looks anything so far this season like the pitcher many believed would challenge for the Cy Young Award.
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Alex Rodriguez's Slow Start Becoming a Concern: A Fan's TakeIt may be very early, but if there is one Yankee who needed a quick start it is Alex Rodriguez.
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Mixed Emotions Persist as Santorum Exits Presidential Racethe Republican Party has benefited as a result of the Rick Santorum battle for the presidency.
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Drew Storen Visits Dr.James Andrews as the Fantasy World Sweats: An Owner’s TakeWill Drew Storen become the fourth closer whose season potentially comes to an early close?
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Where is the Ceiling for Victor Cruz? A Fan’s TakeFor breakout star Victor Cruz his 2011 season could just be the beginning.Also published on:
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What the Sean Payton Suspension Means to the Fantasy World: An Owner's TakeWith the NFL upholding the suspension of Sean Payton, should fantasy owners trust the New Orleans Saints offense?
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First Person: I'm Begrudgingly Taking on More DebtMy faith in the economy is not a driver for my assuming more debt.
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Utah State's Michael Smith Could Fill a Big Hole for the Giants: A Fan's TakeDon't let his size fool you - Michael Smith is the real deal at running back.
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Daniel Bard to the Rescue? a Fantasy Owner's TakeAfter a disastrous weekend, could the Red Sox be looking to Daniel Bard for solutions to their weary bullpen?
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Trades the Phillies Should Make Now: A Fan's TakeWhat do the masses say the Phillies should do about their early offensive woes?
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Overreaching for Peyton Manning: A Fantasy Owner’s TakeEven for the most ardent of fantasy football fans, valuing Peyton Manning is a difficult proposition.
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Chris Perez and the Entire Red Sox Bullpen Go on Early Notice: An Owner's TakeJust one game into the new season and a number of relievers already find themselves in some early hot water.
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Yankees at Rays a Potential Early Playoff Preview? a Fan’s TakeSeries preview: New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays
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First Person: My Bank Wants Me in DebtBanks need you in debt for their own survival.
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Will Peyton Manning Develop into Tom Brady-Lite in Denver? A Fantasy Owner’s TakeDoes the two tight end set in Denver signify a change in how NFL coaches will utilize the position?
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Ten New York Yankees I Will Forgive This EasterWe may love to hate them but it's time to put bad blood aside when it comes to these Yankees.
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Why Mitt Romney Should Run, Not Walk Away, from Chris ChristieWith Tuesday's trifecta victory, Mitt Romany has all but locked up the Republican presidential nomination. The call for him to consider Chris Christie a running-mate is strong but should be avoided at all costs if Romney hopes to capture the White House.
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Why I Oppose the Individual Mandate in the Health Care OverhaulThe wisdom of Ronald Reagan must be considered in the constitutionality of the health care overhaul.Also published on:
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Five Batters Who Deserve a Roster Spot in Your League: An Owner’s TakeGrab these under-appreciated batters before someone else in your league nabs them.
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Panic in Closerville as Another Stopper Bites the Dust: A Fantasy Owner’s TakeA rash of injuries at the closer position has some fantasy owners scrambling. Yet it is way too early to panic.
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Why Tebowmania Is Meaningless to True New York Sports Enthusiasts: A Fan’s TakeNew York Giants fans already know that Tim Tebow’s arrival to the Jets is meaningless if they don’t win a Super Bowl.Also published on:
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Why the Philadelphia Phillies Need to Retire the Phanatic - a Fan’s TakeCurrently the worst mascot in all of baseball, the Phantic should be put to rest.
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Why Robinson Cano Will Capture the AL MVP Award: A Fan’s TakeCompletion will be daunting but Robinson Cano should be considered that favorite to be the AL’s most valuable player.
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Five Pitchers Who Deserve a Roster Spot in Your League: a Fantasy Owner’s TakeLook for hidden gems that have been forgotten during your draft to win your league championship.
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Negotiating Your Team to Victory: A Fantasy Owner's TakeSo you’ve drafted – now the real test of your skills begin as you take the reins of a GM and pull off the best deals possible through negotiation.
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Cole Hamels Would Be Wise in Testing Free Agency: A Fan’s TakeAll signs point to Cole Hamels testing free agency come the end of the 2012 season.
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Hang 'Em High: George Zimmerman, Hoodies, and the Herd Mentality of AmericansThe real lesson of the Treyvon Martin tragedy is our own growing intolerance.
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The Brandon Belt Mystery Role: A Fantasy Owner’s TakeIsn’t it time for the San Francisco Giants to trust in Belt?
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Nixing Chamberlain for Haren Looks Even More Ugly Today: A Fan’s TakeThe New York Yankees could have captured a king's ransom had they dealt Joba Chamberlain for Dan Haren.
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Danny Amendola and the New York Giants Would Make a Great Match: A Fan’s TakeA restricted free agent, Danny Amendola may well be worth the Giants’ pursuit.
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Newt Gingrich’s Spirited Battle for the Presidency Must EndIt has been an awesome run for Newt Gingrich and his hope to capture the Republican Party’s nomination for the presidency. Though he rose like a phoenix from the ashes at the end of 2011, it’s now time for Speaker Gingrich to support Mitt Romney.
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First Person: I Used Unreimbursed Work Expenses to My AdvantageIf you were like me, not all work expenses I incurred were reimbursed by my companies back offices. Letting my accountant know about these helped me get a better tax return.
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Ichiro Suzuki Demands Our Attention: A Fantasy Owner’s TakeThe MLB season opens in Japan with all eyes on Ichiro Suzuki.
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Why the Phillies Should Sign Roy Oswalt: A Fan’s TakeRuben Amaro Jr. has outstanding negotiating skills. That’s why he should pursue Roy Oswalt and worry about the offense later.
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First Person: If Great-Grandpa Didn't Retire, Why Should I?Though the idea is foreign to many people, retirement is only a recent phenomenon.
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Why the Eagles and Texas A&M Quarterback Ryan Tannehill Are a Perfect Match: A Fan’s TakeWhile it’s not the time to write the epitaph of Michael Vick, it’s certainly time for the Eagles to prepare for the future.
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Chad Ochocinco Renegotiates His Deal with the Patriots as the Fantasy World Shrugs: An Owner’s TakeA combination of a crowded New England receiving core and age make Chad Ochocinco a stretch on draft day.
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Ryan Madson and the Art of Handcuffing: A Fantasy Owner's TakeIf you handcuffed Ryan Madson with Sean Marshall your Monday morning wasn't all that terrible.
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Chase Utley Insists He is Fine as Amaro Shops: A Fan’s TakeRumors swirl over Utley's health as Ruben Amaro Jr. looks for infield help.
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Mitt Romney Hammers President Obama on Keystone Pipeline FiascoIn one short speech in Cushing, Oklahoma, the presidency of Barack Obama becomes an even greater quandary as Mitt Romney took the opportunity to jab at the president prior to the Louisiana primaries.
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The Curious Decline of the Red Sox: A Fan’s TakeRed Sox manager Bobby Valentine will need to dig deep to get the most out of a challenged 2012 Boston squad.
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'Don't Re-Nig in 2012' - is This the United Disgrace of America?With one bumper sticker, the United States become no better than those we criticize for outlandish prejudice.
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Could Tim Tebow Be a Giant Compliment to Eli Manning? Giants Fan’s TakeThere is no shortage of teams inquiring about Tim Tebow – the Giants shouldn’t be one of them.
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Matt Flynn is Set to Fly with the Seahawks: A Fantasy Owner’s TakeFree of backing up Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay, Matt Flynn can now move forward with the Seahawks.
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Joakim Soria Owners Seek Alternatives: A Fantasy Owners TakeThe Kansas City Royals continue to be hammered with a bevy of injuries
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Three Reasons the Phillies Will Win the NL East: A Fan’s TakeRegardless of all the chatter over injuries, the Phillies remain the best team in the NL East.
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In a Bizarre Twist, PepsiCo’s Healthcare 'Sin Tax' Hits the TargetPepsiCo wants the obese and smokers to pay more in annual insurance costs to the tune of $50 a month. Ironically the company is right.
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Local Youth Baseball Fields in Glen Mills, PennsylvaniaFor kids who love baseball, the local Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, area offers plenty of opportunities to dust off the glove and play some ball.
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A Fantasy Owner’s Take: Are There Any Oakland A’s Players Worth Drafting for Your Offense?The anemic Oakland offense will offer few opportunities for fantasy owners.
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A Fan’s Take: Are the Eagles Serious in Their Pursuit of Plaxico Burress?As crazy as it seems, the Eagles may be looking to land the former Giants wide receiver.
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Mario Manningham Leaves the Giants for San Francisco: A Fantasy Owner’s TakeWhile the Giants look to add depth at the wire receiver position, does a change of venue really benefit the value of Mario Manningham?
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A Fan’s Take: Key First Half Dates for the New York YankeesWith the regular season just a few weeks away, these are some of the key first half dates Yankees fans should keep their eyes on.
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Andy Pettitte’s Return is Bad News for Ivan Nova, Not Phil Hughes: A Fan’s TakeIvan Nova is probably the odd man out in what will become a very crowded Yankees rotation.
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Addison Reed and Matt Thornton Head in Opposite Draft Day Directions: A Fantasy Owner’s TakeWith an off-the-cuff remark on the closer situation in Chicago, Robin Ventura sends the fantasy world scrambling to adjust its draft day worksheets.
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First Person: How I Succeeded Finacially by Undstanding Budgeting is a MythThe second the car breaks down, so does the household budget. If budgeting is a myth, how do I plan my finances? By taking stock of discretionary, non-discretionary, and emergency expenses.
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Seek Balance when Drafting an Outfielder for Steals: A Fantasy Owner’s TakeSteals are great from the outfield position but not at the sacrifice of power.
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Antonio Bastardo Gains Relevance for the Philadelphia Phillies: A Fan's TakeLike David Robertson in New York, Antonio Bastardo occupies a key role on the Phillies pitching staff.
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Are Gas Prices Becoming President Obama's Achilles’ Heel?With laughs and deflection, the president can only hide the fact that Americans are growing angry over energy prices for so long.
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First Person: Why I Percieve Accidental Death Insurance as Useless ProtectionRun the next time your financial institution offers you accidental death insurance.
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Local Youth Baseball Leagues in Glen Mills, PennsylvaniaFortunately for the residents of Glen Mills Pa., they have multiple options for a bevy of awesome baseball and softball leagues to choose from.
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Local Batting Cages in Glen Mills, PennsylvaniaGet ready for spring at your local batting cages! Luckily for residents of Glen Mills, Pa. great options are plentiful.
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A Fan’s Take: Are the Yankees and Tigers on Another Collision Course?The Tigers were very good in 2011. With the off-season addition of Prince Fielder, are they great?Also published on:
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First Person: DIY Car Maintenance Is Saving Me $200 a YearSome folks are intimidated by taking care of a car. Learning the basics is a money saver.
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A Fantasy Owner’s Take: The Quandary Presented by Unsigned PlayersNothing is more frustrating than deciding on where to draft an unsigned veteran with potential to post solid fantasy numbers.
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The Wonderful Life of Charlie Silvera: A Fan’s TakeCharlie Silvera spent almost a decade as the back-up catcher to Yankee great, Yogi Berra. He did so without regret.Also published on:
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Hamilton’s Heel Becomes Owner's Newest Concern: A Fantasy Baseball Fan’s TakeIt’s tough to advocate an early pick for any player who is chronically injured. That includes the mega-talented Josh Hamilton.
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First Person: Books I Wished I Received when I Graduated CollegeFive books for life lessons a recent college graduate should embrace.
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First Person: Guaranteeing a 50% Return on My Retirement AccountThe 401(k) may be the subject of scorn with the pension going the way of the dinosaur, but for me it’s been a godsend.Also published on:
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Financial Institutions Aren’t Not-For-ProfitsIs anyone really shocked over the accusations that a former Goldman Sachs executive made about the organization?Also published on:
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Recently Shrewd Drafting Makes the Pirates Future Look Promising: A Fan’s TakeA look at the last decade of Pirates number one draft picks.
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A Fantasy Baseball Fan’s Take: Can These Five Players Rebound?Assess last years disappointments reasonably for fantasy baseball success.
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First Person: I Pay Myself, Not My Children's College Fund, FirstPeople who choose to fund college plans versus their retirement first can be headed for financial disaster.
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Rick Santorum is Right on the President’s Use of TelepromptersIt’s not about the president’s use of a teleprompter that is troublesome. It’s the abundant use of the device that has many asking who’s really in charge.
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Fantasy Baseball’s Five Hidden Gems: A Fan’s TakeHidden gems, value picks – call them what you want. Finding them in your draft is essential to winning.
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In Pennsylvania, Zombies, FEMA Become the President’s Latest Reelection HeadacheWhether fact or fiction, zombies could play a role in the 2012 presidential race.
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A Fan’s Take: Could the Rays Shock the Yankees in 2012?They Rays are a better team as they enter the 2012 season. Are they good enough to finish first in the AL East?
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A Fantasy Baseball Fan’s Take: Where’s the Love for Tyson Ross?Tyson Ross is the ultimate ‘take a chance’ pick in standard drafts.
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First Person: How I Save a Bundle of Money as a Minor League Baseball FanThe minor leagues offer baseball fan’s affordable fun.
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Still Backing Gingrich's Afghanistan Plan After Shooting TragedyAre American's truly prepared to accept the level of commitment it would take to change Afghanistan for the better?
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After the Massacre in Balandi, President Obama Must Act DecisivelyWith tragedy in Afganistan, the Obama Administration finds itself under enormous presssure.
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Girardi Impressed as Fifth Spot Advantage Goes to Hughes: A Fan’s TakeHughes throws three shutout innings as Joe Girardi takes in the show.
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In Search of Austin Romine: A Fan’s TakeThough Russell Martin and Francisco Cervelli are locks to make the Yankees opening day roster, Austin Romine remains an intriguing future option for the Bronx Bombers.
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The Yoenis Cespedes Madness Begins: A Fantasy Baseball Fan’s TakeAfter Sunday's spring training [performance, there's bound to be irrational exuberance over the Cuban phenom.
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Ryan Howard: A Fantasy Baseball Fan's QuandaryFantasy owners can root for a quick return from Ryan Howard, yet trouble lurks for those willing to draft the big man.
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A Fan’s View: Can the Yankees Faithful Not Cheer for Don Mattingly?Given his legacy as a New York Yankee, rooting for Don Mattingly come easy regardless of what team he manages.
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First Person: Variable Annuities Are Not Part of My Retirement PlanVariable annuities are full of pitfalls for the average person.Also published on:
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Waiting for Javy Guerra’s One False Move: A Fantasy Baseball Fan’s TakeA battle will eventually commence between Javy Guerra and Kenley Jansen for the Dodgers’ closer role.
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Roy Oswalt Now Open to Pitching Anywhere: A Fan’s TakeWith the announcement that Roy Oswalt will seek work with any major league team, it will be intriguing to see who bites on the veteran.
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First Person: The Financial Lessons I Learned Working as a ChildThere are a multitude of lessons for young people who work. Those lessons can influence the remainder of their lives.
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First Person: Your Stocks Don’t Know You Own ThemDon’t let your emotions dictate important investment decisions."I love that stock." I wish I had a dollar for every time someone made that proclamation to me as a financial advisor. 'Loving a stock' is irrational. Plain and simple, it makes no sense. Wh
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First Person: How 9/11 and Steve Jobs Changed My LivelihoodI would never have imagined not working in financial services. Nonetheless, the tragic day of Sept. 11, 2001 effected my life and vocation forever,
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First Person: $5 Gas Won't Change My Driving HabitsWhen combining the cost of gas with general maintenance expenses for a vehicle, enjoying my home has become a priority.
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Dontrelle Willis Stumbles as the Phillies Are Trounced by the Astros: A Fan’s TakeDontrelle Willis didn’t help his prospects of making the Phillies with a poor outing in Wednesday’s 10-3 beating by the Astros
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A Fan’s Take: Who is Sebastian Valle?In a 10-3 thumping at the hands of the Astros, the Phillies caught a glimpse at their catcher of the future.
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Pineda Panic is Madness: A Fantasy Baseball Fan’s TakeIs Michael Pineda’s value falling victim to one questionable spring training start or are your fantasy competitors simply trying to undermine you?
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First Person: Teaching My Children to Save, Without the Savings AccountOpening a no-fee brokerage account is an awesome way to save and learn how the financial markets work.
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Top New York Mets JokesSometimes we joke out of pure jest. Other times it's driven by friendship. In the case of the Mets, it's simply because Yankee fans just can't help to boast about their own dominance over the team next door.
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Super Tuesday's Big Winner Is President Obama, Despite Spirited BattlesThe four spirited Republican combatants wage war as each seeks an advantage in the 2012 party nomination.
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For John Mayberry the Time is Now: A Fan’s TakeWith the questionable outlook on Ryan Howard, John Mayberry becomes a key player.
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As a Week of Flubs Comes to an End, Rush Limbaugh Becomes Its Fall GuyLimbaugh, Santorum, Taibbi, and Fluke highlight a week of bizarre and nasty statements
