Josh McKinney
Josh McKinney is currently a senior at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He has a loving family and a great group of friends as well as an amazing girlfriend. Josh is a freelance sports writer for The Morganton News Herald and Yahoo's Contributor Network. Though young, Josh's love of sports is second to none. He has always labeled himself as a stats guru, having often delved into the numbers in order to prove a point.
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Three On-Air Roles that Ric Flair Could Fill in WWEWith news that Ric Flair is likely on his way out of TNA Wrestling, I came up with three on-air roles that I feel he could fill in WWE if he were to return there. In this article, I explain my choices. -
Is There a Double Standard in Sports?Following the incidents that took place in Game 6 of thethe NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals series between the Miami Heat and the Indiana Pacers, I explore a variety of questions that have come to my mind as a result of what happened.
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Why Sports Need EgosMost people believe that egos in sports are a bad thing and while I agree to a certain extent, I also believe that they can be a good thing at times. In this article, I explain why I feel this way.
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WWE Monday Night Raw to Become a Three-Hour Show: A Fan’s TakeOn Thursday, it was announced that beginning on July 23rd, WWE Monday Night Raw will become a three-hour show. In this article, I give my take on the move.
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Chicago Cubs Pitcher Kerry Wood to Call it Quits: A Fan’s TakeFollowing the announcement from Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Kerry Wood that he will retire after his next outing, I decided to look back at a career filled with injuries and inconsistency. Take a look at this article to get my take.
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Five Greatest Football Movies of the 2000’sOver the years, there have been some incredible football movies, with many of them having been released in the 2000's. In this article, I discuss my five greatest football movies of the 2000's.
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Word Association Chain: From the Texas Rangers to the New York YankeesHow do you get from the Texas Rangers to the New York Yankees? In this article, I create a word association chain in which I do just that. -
Summer LoveSince summer is almost here, being just over a month away, I decided to write a poem about my most memorable summer, which was two years ago when I met my current girlfriend. In this article, I talk about our "Summer Love." -
When Daddy Comes HomeIn honor of Father's Day, I wrote this poem, which puts the reader in the mind of a young child who awaits the arrival of their father each and every day. To all of you fathers out there, Happy Father's Day! -
Fact or Fiction: MLB May 15, 2012In my first edition of fact or fiction, I examine the current state of Major League Baseball and give my take on several questions that fans are asking. From Josh Hamilton to Albert Pujols to the Baltimore Orioles, a variety of topics are discussed. -
Five Words on Each of WWE’s Big MenDespite the fact that some of WWE's major stars of today are smaller guys like CM Punk and Daniel Bryan, the company has always been known for its big men. In this article, I attempt to write five words each about some of its current big men.
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Five Words on Each of TNA Impact Wrestling’s Biggest StarsAs TNA nears its 10-year anniversary, there are plenty of haters, but there are also many fans of the second most popular professional wrestling company in the U.S. Thus, I chose to try my hand at writing five words each about some of TNA's biggest stars.
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Five Greatest ESPN ShowsSince its inception in September of 1979, ESPN has played host to some great shows. In this article, I count down my five greatest ESPN shows. -
Top Ten Outfielders in MLB Right NowThere have been some impressive outfielders in Major League Baseball this season, highlighted by the play of Josh Hamilton and Matt Kemp. As a result, I decided to undertake the unenviable task of listing my top ten outfielders in MLB right now.
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Orlando Magic Mother’s Day Gift GuideWith Mother's Day coming up, plenty of people are scrambling to find the perfect gift. If your mother is an Orlando Magic fan, you will want to check out this article, which gives my top five Orlando Magic gifts to get Mom for Mother's Day.
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Five Words on Each of MLB’s Biggest Stories so FarThe beginning of the MLB season has been unlike any other, but as always, it has been eventful. In this article, I provide five words each on some of baseball's biggest stories so far.
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Five Greatest NFL Linebackers of the ‘90sFollowing the shocking and unfortunate death of former NFL linebacker Junior Seau, I decided to pay somewhat of a tribute to the man by putting together my list of the five greatest NFL linebackers of the 1990s. In this article, I explain my choices.
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Should the Washington Redskins Have Drafted Kirk Cousins?Every year, there is at least one NFL Draft pick that leaves everyone shaking their heads. This year, there was more than one, but a pick that the Washington Redskins made in the fourth round, when they selected Kirk Cousins, is one that stands out.
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2012 Carolina Panthers Draft Needs: A Fan’s TakeThe Carolina Panthers have definite needs on the defensive side of the ball and I believe they should use their first few picks in this Thursday's draft to address those needs. In this article, I suggest five players who could fill their various voids.
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Five Greatest John Cena Moments of All-TimeWWE superstar John Cena always elicits a reaction, be it positive or negative. To look at some of his best achievements, I put together a list of the 12-time world champion's five greatest moments of all-time. Happy 35th birthday to "The Champ!"
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Philip Humber Has Made Himself KnownOn Saturday, April 21st, 2012, Chicago White Sox pitcher Philip Humber did something that has only been done 21 times in MLB history: he pitched a perfect game. In this article, I give my reaction and share a little more about him.
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Five Greatest Catchers in MLB HistoryWith the retirement of Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez, I decided to put together my list of the five greatest catchers in MLB history. In this article, I explain why I chose the players that I did.
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Five Greatest Quarterback Busts in NFL HistoryThe 2012 NFL Draft is quickly approaching with teams feverishly working to decide which player to take with which pick, but I decided to look at the draft's ugly side. As a result, I compiled my list of the five greatest quarterback busts in NFL history.
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Chipper Jones to Retire After the 2012 Season: A Fan’s TakeLong-time Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones recently announced his retirement from the game of baseball, letting everyone know that he will hang 'em up at the end of the 2012 season. In this article, I reflect on what Chipper has meant to me. -
Five Words on Each WrestleMania 28 ParticipantWrestleMania 28 is just over a week away and the anticipation is high for professional wrestling fans. In this article, I preview the massive event by writing five words about several of the key names who will appear.
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Manning and Tebow a Part of What’s Been Another Crazy Week in SportsPeyton Manning has signed with the Denver Broncos and Tim Tebow has been traded to the New York Jets, provided the teams are able to work out a contract snag. In this article, I give my thoughts on the situation that has taken the sports world captive.
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Five Words on Each Sweet 16 TeamWith week one of March Madness 2012 in the books, I decided to try my hand at writing five words about each of the teams in the Sweet 16. Check out my results.
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Top Five Matches that Make WrestleMania 28 Worth BuyingWrestleMania 28 has been billed as the biggest night in professional wrestling history. However, will it really live up to the hype? In my opinion, there are five matches that make this year's event worth buying.
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Greatest Switch-Hitters in MLB History: Bracket StyleIn my very own March Madness-style bracket, I split 16 of baseball's all-time top switch-hitters into four regions and held a tournament to determine the greatest of all-time. Check out the results in this article.
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Five Greatest Denver Broncos Players of the ‘90sSome of the all-time greats have played for the Denver Broncos, but the 1990s were the peak years of the franchise. In this article, I list my five greatest Broncos of the '90s.
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Five Best NFL Free Agents of 2012Despite the fact that many players have already been franchise-tagged or signed to contract extensions, the amount of talent on the list of remaining NFL free agents is still substantial. In this article, I count down my five best NFL free agents of 2012.Also published on:
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Ten Greatest MLB Players to Never Win a World SeriesWhile guys like Babe Ruth, Willie Mays, and Hank Aaron were all able to win World Series rings, some of the greatest players in MLB history never won a championship. In this article, I list my ten greatest MLB players to never win a World Series.Also published on:
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Five Players Who Could Make the Charlotte Bobcats Better Right NowIt has not been a season to remember for the NBA's hapless Charlotte Bobcats, who have won just four games and are on track to receive the No. 1 pick in June's draft. In this article, I choose five players (non-starters) who could help them right now.Also published on:
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Christian Athletes Providing Role Models for Young Sports FansProfessional athletes get a bad rap and with good reason. So many major sports stars are in the news for all the wrong reasons. In this article, I discuss the importance of having players like Tim Tebow and Jeremy Lin for our kids to look up to.
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Duke’s Austin Rivers Has Officially ArrivedAustin Rivers has had his moments during his freshman season at Duke, but none bigger than his buzzer-beater to lift his Blue Devils over North Carolina. In this article, I talk about his exploits and also look ahead to what the future may hold for Duke.
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The Past Could Become the Future for Panthers FansIn this article, I look back at my memories from Super Bowl XXXVIII, when the underdog Carolina Panthers faced the mighty New England Patriots, while also looking ahead to what the future may hold for Charlotte's professional football franchise.Also published on:
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Five Greatest Atlanta Braves Players of the ‘90sThe Atlanta Braves are one of the best franchises in Major League Baseball history, but perhaps no team was as consistently successful as they were in the 1990s. In this article, I provide my list of the top five Braves players of the '90s.Also published on:
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What Should the Orlando Magic Do with Dwight Howard?Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard has been talked about ad nauseum this season. With his impending free agency looming, the question is, should the Magic trade him or keep him around? In this article, I offer my thoughts. -
Making Sense of the Tebow HateTim Tebow is the most popular and polarizing figure in sports. But just why does he end up on both sides of the spectrum? In this article, I give my take on the matter.
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Is Quinn Cook Duke’s Most Important Player?Despite the success of freshman Austin Rivers and big men like the Plumlees and Ryan Kelly, Duke's men's basketball team still needs a true point guard. In this article, I explain why Quinn Cook could fill that void.
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Is Nick Saban the Greatest College Football Coach Ever?With three national championships, including two in the last three years, Alabama head coach Nick Saban is clearly in the upper echelon of all-time college football coaches. In this article, I look at his career and I project how he may do in the future.
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Who Will Be the Better NFL Quarterback: Andrew Luck or Robert Griffin III?A recent debate has developed between Andrew Luck and Robert Griffin III as to who should be the NFL's number one pick. Luck will probably get the nod, but I'm more interested in who will be the better NFL quarterback. In this article, I give my thoughts.
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Three Quarterbacks Who Deserve to Be the NFL MVPThis season, three quarterbacks (Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees, and Tom Brady) have distanced themselves from the rest of the competition in terms of the NFL MVP race. The question is, which of the three is most deserving? In this article, I give my take.
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Worst in Sports 2011: A Fan’s TakeIn this article, the second of a two-part series, I name my worst in sports for the year 2011. From worst athlete to worst transaction to worst game, I give my take on the year that was.
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Best in Sports 2011: A Fan’s TakeIn this article, which is part one of two, I hand out my awards for the best in sports for the year 2011. From best team to best rookie to best play, I let my opinions be known.
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Will J.J. Redick Finally Be a Starter for the Orlando Magic?Orlando Magic shooting guard J.J. Redick had a rough start to his NBA career, but in recent years he has showed that he can be a serviceable backup. The question is, is he capable of being a starter? I think so.
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Rejoice, Rejoice, Winter is Here!Here's a haiku meant to help you get into the winter spirit and remember your childhood (or think about your children playing in the snow, whatever the case may be).
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Is David Stern Trying to Destroy the NBA?Following the end of the NBA lockout and the announcement of a shortened season just a few weeks ago, it seemed that all was finally right in the world of professional basketball. But with the veto of the Chris Paul trade, that all changed.
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The Miami Marlins and Los Angeles Angels Are All InThe Miami Marlins and Los Angeles Angels have certainly emerged well ahead of the pack thus far in the Major League Baseball offseason. The question is, which team has done better? In this article, I give my take.
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It is High Time for the BCS to GoChances are, you're tired of college football's BCS system, and that you do not want to see LSU and Alabama in a rematch this year (unless of course you're a fan of one of those teams). If so, I've got an idea that you just might like.
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Three Teams that Could Derail the Packers’ Title HopesThe Green Bay Packers have been dominant all season long, leading many to believe that they will repeat as Super Bowl Champions. In this article, I select three teams that I feel have a chance to beat them.
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It Has Been Quite a Week for Ohio State AthleticsOn Monday, Ohio State introduced Urban Meyer as its new head football coach. A day later, the basketball team knocked off fourth-ranked Duke. In this article, I discuss why the Buckeyes will be in the national spotlight for a long time to come. -
Firing Del Rio is a Start, but the Jacksonville Jaguars Have a Long Way to GoEarlier today, the Jacksonville Jaguars fired head coach Jack Del Rio and sold their team to a new owner. But what else do they need to do in order to truly compete? I give my thoughts in this article. -
The NFL Should Have Made an Example Out of Ndamukong SuhIn this article, I explain why I believe the NFL's two-game suspension of Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh wasn't harsh enough. I explore his past actions to prove why I feel this way.
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Should Justin Verlander Have Won the American League MVP Award?In this article, I discuss reasons for and against Justin Verlander being named the American League MVP, also providing some other names that could have perhaps been more deserving.
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What the Houston Astros’ Move to the American League Means for Major League BaseballEarlier today, Major League Baseball announced some major changes: the Houston Astros' move to the American League, more interleague play, and the addition of two more playoff teams. In this article, I offer my thoughts on all these changes.
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Where Does Mike Krzyzewski Rank All-time?Reflecting on Duke head men's basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski's Division I record 903 wins, I offer my take on his tenure in college basketball and where he ranks all-time among other great coaches in sports.
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Despite Controversy, Joe Paterno’s Legacy Lives OnJoe Paterno was recently fired as head football coach at Penn State University after a sex scandal that shook the foundations of the football program as well as the university. In this article, I explain why I think this decision may have been too rushed.
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Bengals’ Dalton Being Overlooked?This year, Carolina Panthers rookie quarterback Cam Newton has received most of the attention. Meanwhile, Cincinnati rookie quarterback Andy Dalton quietly has his Bengals in a first-place tie with the Baltimore Ravens.
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Three Reasons Why Tim Tebow Will Be a Successful NFL Starting QuarterbackTim Tebow has been scrutinized and critiqued for years now. In this article, I give three reasons why everyone should stop blasting him before he is even given a chance to prove himself.
