Brad Boeker
Brad Boeker is a freelance writer living in central Illinois. He has spent the last twenty-one years teaching and coaching high school students. Aside from loving the day-to-day craziness of public education, mentoring young teachers brings him the most satisfaction. Brad is an avid reader, loves the outdoors, and is trying to become a better photographer.
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Best St. Louis Cardinals to Wear #12In the spirit of today's date, 12/12/12, here are four of the best Cardinals to wear uniform #12.
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No-Tax Pledges Hurting Chances for CompromiseI don't really care if my congressman raises my taxes. I just want to know the money is going to be used judiciously and will get us out of this financial crisis.
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Five Best Men’s Tennis Finals of 2012: A Fan’s TakeThese are my choices for the five best finals of the 2012 men's tennis season.
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Top Five St. Louis Cardinals Managers: A Fan’s ViewThese five men are the best managers the St. Louis Cardinals have ever had.
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Top Five St. Louis Cardinals Off-Season Deals: Fan’s TakeThe off-season is the time fans hope their teams can make some moves that help their teams win big. Here are some of the best off-season deals the St. Louis Cardinals have pulled off since 1980.
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Basketball Team Has Illini Fans Looking Up: A Fan's ThoughtsThe 6-0 University of Illinois basketball team has fans of the orange-and-blue optimistic for a great season in Champaign.
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Holiday Gift Ideas for the St. Louis Cardinals Fan on Your ListGetting the urge to do some holiday gift shopping? Use this guide to shop for the St. Louis Cardinals fan on your list.
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Gift Ideas for the Tennis Fan on Your ListLooking for holiday gifts for a tennis player or fan? Use this gift guide to find just the right thing.
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Five Winners from the 2012 Women’s Tennis Season: A Fan’s ViewThese five women had the best seasons on the WTA tennis tour this season.
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Radek Stepanek Wins the Match of His Life: A Fan's ViewCzech tennis pro Radek Stepanek had a chance to claim glory Sunday in the 2012 Davis Cup final.
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Five Winners from the 2012 Men's Tennis Season: A Fan's ViewThese five players had the best 2012 seasons, taking home some of the biggest tournament trophies from this year's professional tennis season.
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Top 10 Reasons I Am Thankful for the St. Louis CardinalsThese are just a few of the reasons I am glad to be a St. Louis Cardinals fan.
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Del Potro Crashes Final Four at Tour Finals: A Fan's ViewJuan Martin del Potro beat Roger Federer Saturday to claim the final spot in the semifinals for the 2012 ATP World Tour Finals.
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Five Most Recent St. Louis Cardinals MVP Winners: A Fan’s ViewThe St. Louis Cardinals have had many winners of the National League Most Valuable Player award in their long and distinguished history. Here are the last five times a Cardinal has taken the hardware.
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What the St. Louis Cardinals Should Look for This Winter: A Fan’s Wish ListHere is what one fan would like to see the St. Louis Cardinals accomplish this offseason.
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First Person: We Sold Our House in a Tough MarketHome buyers aren't looking for deals in this market; they're looking for steals. Here is what we had to do to sell our house.
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Can David Ferrer Win the ATP Tour Finals?: A Fan's TakeConsidering the great year Spanish tennis pro David Ferrer has produced in 2012, he may just win the Tour Finals this week. The final tournament of the ATP World Tour season begins Monday in London.
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ATP World Tour Finals: Introducing the PlayersHere is an introduction to the eight players will will compete for the title at the year-end Barclays ATP World Tour Finals, which starts Monday.
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Top 5 NL Central Pitchers: A Fan’s TakeHere is my take on the best starting pitchers in the National League Central Division.
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Top 5 NL Central Position Players: A Fan’s TakeHere is my take on the top five position players in the National League Central Division.
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Schools Continue to Deal with Problems Brought on by Social MediaKids today think nothing of Tweeting or posting to Facebook. Do schools have the right to control what students are saying online?
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Grading the 2012 St. Louis Cardinals Starting Pitchers: A Fan’s AnalysisThe St. Louis Cardinals got starts from eight different pitchers this season. Here is a look at the top six starters for St. Louis in 2012.
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Ups and Downs Mark 2012 Cardinals Season: A Fan's RecapThe St. Louis Cardinals again fought their way to the postseason this year. Here is a recap of the Cardinals' 2012 season.Also published on:
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Grading the 2012 Cardinals Infielders: A Fan’s AnalysisHere is a fan's view of how the 2012 St. Louis Cardinals infielders played this season.
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Ten Facts About the Paris BNP Paribas Masters: A Fan’s PreviewThe BNP Paribas Masters begins Monday in Paris, the final full-field event of the ATP calendar for 2012. Here are some facts fans may not know about the tournament.
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Analyzing the St. Louis Cardinals’ 2012 Free AgentsCardinals GM John Mozeliak will not have many of his own free agents to deal with this offseason. The team only has two players hitting the free agent market this year.Also published on:
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Grading the 2012 Cardinals Outfield: A Fan’s OpinionHere is my take on how the 2012 St. Louis Cardinals outfielders performed this year.
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Top 10 St. Louis Cardinals Moments of 2012On the way to another postseason berth this year, the St. Louis Cardinals gave their fans plenty of goosebump-inducing moments. Here are 10 highlights of the 2012 season.
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Five Cardinals Who Came Up Big in 2012: A Fan’s OpinionHere are five players who helped the St. Louis Cardinals make another trip to the playoffs in 2012.
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Trevor Rosenthal a Bright Spot for St. Louis in NLCS: Fan’s ThoughtsHere is why I view Trevor Rosenthal to be the breakout star for the St. Louis Cardinals in this year's playoffs.
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Three Things that Went Wrong for the Cardinals: A Fan’s ViewThe St. Louis Cardinals ended their season Monday night with a third straight loss in the NLCS. Here are three areas that went badly for the team in its failed bid for a World Series berth.
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Three Keys to Tonight's NLCS Game 6: A Fan's ViewThe Cardinals are in San Francisco tonight to claim a spot in the World Series. Here are some keys to a Cardinals victory.
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Cardinals Bullpen Clutch in Game 1 Win: A Fan's ThoughtsThe St. Louis Cardinals struck first in the 2012 NLCS. The Cardinals won Sunday's Game 1 in San Francisco.
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St. Louis Cardinals – San Francisco Giants Playoff History: A Fan's ViewThe 2012 National League Championship Series will be the third time the St. Louis Cardinals and the San Francisco Giants have met for the right to go to the World Series.
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Jon Jay Keys Cardinals Win: A Fan's ViewSt. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jon Jay sparked his team with a big game Monday night. The Cardinals beat the Washington Nationals to tie their Division Series one game apiece.
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Top 10 World Series Pitching PerformancesThe World Series has been played since 1903. Here are 10 of the best pitching performances ever in the Fall Classic.Also published on: -
The 2006 World Series: My Favorite Fall ClassicThe Cardinals battled through adversity and injury to win the 2006 World Series. Several key moments made this my favorite World Series.
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Top Five NL Central Teams that Never Made the World Series: A Fan's ThoughtsSince MLB went to six divisions in 1995, here are the best NL Central Teams that never made it to the Word Series.
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Bob Gibson – Legendary World Series Performer: A Fan's ViewBob Gibson is my World Series hero. This is how he led the Cardinals to two World Series titles in the 1960s.
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Top Five Cardinals Playoff Performers: A Fan's ViewSince the Major Leagues went to three division in 1995, these five Cardinals have been at their best in the playoffs.
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Five Keys to the Cardinals Wild-Card Victory: A Fan's ThoughtsHere are five keys to the Cardinals win Friday in MLB's very first wild card playoff game.
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Is Miguel Cabrera’s Triple Crown Season One of the Ten Best Ever?With a nod to Miguel Cabrera's Triple Crown season, this list offers the top ten offensive seasons ever in MLB history.Also published on:
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Three Benefits of the Cardinals Clinching a Day Early: A Fan’s ThoughtsThe St. Louis Cardinals are returning to the MLB playoffs this year. Here are some advantages the team gained with last night's developments.
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Ten Facts About the Shanghai Rolex Masters: A Fan’s PreviewThe ATP Tour heads to Shanghai next week for the penultimate Masters 1000 tournament of the year. Here are ten facts about the upcoming Shanghai Rolex Masters.
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Five Winners from the 2012 Ryder Cup: A Fan’s ThoughtsHere are five men who had great success at this year's Ryder Cup, played at Medinah Country Club in suburban Chicago.Also published on:
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Three Questions for the St. Louis Cardinals' Final Series: A Fan's TakeThe article poses three questions for the St. Louis Cardinals as the team prepares for its last series of the regular season.
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A Lost Season for Andrea Petkovic: A Fan's TakeGerman pro tennis player Andrea Petkovic has had a tough 2012 season. Injuries have robbed the former top-10 player of much of her year.
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Cardinals Need to Keep Beating on the Astros: Fan’s TakeThe St. Louis Cardinals topped Houston last night, and they need a sweep of the lowly Astros to keep pushing for a spot in this year's playoffs.
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Can Cardinals Slugger Allen Craig Reach 100 RBIs?: A Fan's TakeThe article wonders whether Aleen Craig of the Cardinals can reach the 100-RBI mark this season.
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Five Worst NL Central Teams of All Time: Fan’s ThoughtsWith Houston already at the 100-loss mark, here is a list of the worst NL Central teams since MLB went to three divisions in each league in 1995.
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National League Triple Crown Winners: Quality Over QuantityThe National League has seen just four Triple Crown winners in more than a hundred years of baseball.
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Miguel Cabrera Trying to Join List of American League Triple Crown Winners:Miguel Cabrera of the Detroit Tigers is making a strong push to join this list of AL Triple Crown Winners.
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What’s Left for the Men’s Tennis Season?: A Fan’s PreviewMen's professional tennis enters the fall portion of the season. Here is a preview of what is left in the 2012 calendar.
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Cardinals Go Extras for Big Win: Fan's TakeWith a spot in the playoffs on the line, St. Louis Cardinals pulled out a big win in Los Angeles Sunday.
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MLB Wild Card Tiebreaker Rules for 2012The new MLB playoff scene brings some questions. Here is an explanation of how teams will qualify for wild card spots in 2012.Also published on:
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Does Any Team Want to Win the 2nd NL Wild Card?: A Fan’s ViewThe 2nd NL wild card spot is up for grabs as the leaders have all faltered recently.
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Ten Things Ryder Cup Fans Should Know About Medinah Country ClubThe Ryder Cup will be played at Medinah Country Club in late September. Here are 10 things golf fans may not know about Medinah.Also published on:
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Introducing the 2012 European Ryder Cup TeamThe Ryder Cup returns to the U.S. this month. Here is the European squad that will try to retain possession of the cup.
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Five Things Fans Should Know About the Ryder CupThe Ryder Cup returns to the U.S. this month. Teams from Europe and the U.S. will descend on Medinah Country Club, outside Chicago, Illinois. Here are a few things fans should know about the competition.
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Five Winners from the U.S. Open: A Fan's ThoughtsThe U.S. Open concluded in New York today, and these players have plenty to be happy about.Also published on: -
Serena Williams Caps Tremendous Season with U.S. Open Win: A Fan's ThoughtsSerena Williams of the U.S. won her fourth U.S. Open singles championship today in New York.
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Cardinals Face Big Road Trip: Fan's ViewThe St. Louis Cardinals won their final game before an important seven game road trip to the west coast.
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Top 5 National League Fantasy Baseball Stars for September 5: Fan’s ViewThese five players had big days September 5 for their fantasy baseball owners.
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Federer Loss Means Big Opening for Murray: Fan’s ThoughtsThe surprising loss by Roger Federer in the U.S. Open quarterfinals creates a big chance for world #4 Andy Murray.
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Should the Cardinals Use Chris Carpenter This Year?: A Fan’s OpinionCardinals fans have been tantalized recently with speculation that ace Chris Carpenter, thought lost for the season, could start for the team in 2012.
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N.L. Fantasy Baseball Stars for September 3: Fan's ViewThese five NL players made their fantasy baseball owners happy Sunday.
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Unusual Call Helps Cardinals Pick Up Win: Fan's TakeThe St. Louis Cardinals put aside the memories of the horrid road trip they just finished to beat the New York Mets Monday.
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Three American Players Hoping to Join Fish in Final 16: Fan's PreviewThree American players take the court today at the U.S. Open. Andy Roddick, John Isner and Steve Johnson all hope to make it through to the round of 16.
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Azarenka Rolling at U.S. Open: A Fan's ViewTop-seeded Victoria Azarenka of Belarus has looked dominant in winning her first three matches at the 2012 U.S. Open.
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National League Fantasy Baseball Stars for August 31: Fan's TakeThese five players made their fantasy baseball owners look good Friday night.
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Cardinals Fade After Molina Hit: Fan's OpinionThe St. Louis Cardinals have lost four straight while being outscored 33-1.
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Top Five Second Place MLB Teams in History: Fan’s TakeTimes were tough for MLB second place teams in the pre-wild card years. Here is a list of the best teams to miss the postseason.Also published on:
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Top 10 St. Louis Cardinals Late-Season MomentsThe late-season months of August and September can bring exciting culminations to the long MLB season. Here are some of the best late-season moments for the St. Louis Cardinals.
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Fan's Guide to the Edward Jones Dome, Home of the St. Louis RamsNFL fans eager to catch the St. Louis Rams in action this season should use this guide to the Edward Jones Dome, the Rams home venue.
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John Isner Needs Good U.S. Open to Cap 2012 Season: Fan's OpinionFans of American tennis player John Isner are hoping he can cap his breakthrough season with a deep run at the upcoming U.S. Open.
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Cardinals Start Key Road Trip in Great Fashion: Fan's TakeThe St. Louis Cardinals began a crucial road trip by taking two of three games from division-leading Cincinnati.
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Cardinals Begin Crucial Road Trip: Fan’s ThoughtsThe St. Louis Cardinals embark on a critical 10-game road trip tonight. Can they keep up their good play and further cement their playoff spot for this season?
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Return of Garcia Bright Spot in Dismal Cardinals Loss: Fan’s OpinionThe successful return of Jaime Garcia was the lone highlight in the Cardinals 19 inning loss to Pittsburgh Sunday.
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Bjorn Borg's Missed U.S. Open Chances: Fan's ThoughtsOn the eve of this year's U.S. Open tennis tournament, we take a look back at Bjorn Borg's failure to win the U.S. Open in his great career.
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One-Run Losses Driving Cardinals Faithful Crazy: Fan's TakeThe Cardinals 2-1 loss to the Pirates Friday night was just the latest case of the team failing in one-run games.
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Five Facts About the Open Era of TennisThe term "open era" is thrown about often in tennis circles. What exactly does the phrase mean? What are some of the significant accomplishments in the open era?
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Rafael Nadal Will Not Play in U.S. Open: A Fan’s ReactionFans of Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal were disappointed today when he withdrew from the upcoming U.S. Open due to knee problems.
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Wainwright a Winner as Cardinals Beat D-Backs: Fan's TakeAdam Wainwright pushed his record above the .500 mark Wednesday for the first time in 2012 as the Cardinals beat Arizona.
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Ten Feats That Help Define U.S. Open Tennis HistoryThese ten feats help make up the rich history of the U.S. Open tennis tournament.
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Top 5 Traditions at the U.S. Open Tennis TournamentThe final Grand Slam event of the year starts in New York the last week in August. Here are some aspects of the tournament that are unique to the U.S. Open.
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Billie Jean King National Tennis Center: The USTA's Crown JewelThe U.S. Open tennis tournament begins soon. Use this guide to get to know the tourney's venue, the USTA's Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.
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Ten Things to Know About the ATP Masters 1000 Cincinnati EventHere is a guide to the upcoming ATP Masters 1000 event in Cincinnati.
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Ryan Jackson Makes Major League Debut in Cardinals Win: Fan's TakeThe St. Louis Cardinals beat the Philadelphia Philies Saturday as Ryan Jackson made his major-league debut for the Redbirds.
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Cardinals Trade Greene, Get a Win: Fan's TakeThe St. Louis Cardinals made a move by trading infielder Tyler Greene to Houston.
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U.S. Olympic Tennis Medal Results: Fan's ThoughtsHere is the final medal count for the U.S. Olympic tennis players in London.
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N.L. Central Fantasy Baseball Stars for August 3: Fan’s TakeThese players helped their fantasy baseball owners in last night's games.
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Serena Wins Gold for U.S. In Dominant Fashion: Fan’s ViewSerena Williams won a gold medal in singles at the London Games, adding to the two medals she had already won in doubles in previous games.
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Will Second Trip to DL Threaten Berkman’s Career?: Fan’s TakeSt. Louis Cardinals infielder Lance Berkman started his second stint on the DL in 2012. Could his injured knee spell the end of his stellar career?
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Parents: Use Technology to Help Students Succeed in High SchoolThe article offers some ways parents can use technology to help keep track of their kids' academic progress.
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Best St. Louis Cardinals Performances in July: Fan’s TakeThese four Cardinals turned in terrific performance in July for St. Louis.
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Querrey Continues Comeback with Win in L.A.: Fan’s ThoughtsGiven his win Sunday at the Farmers Classic, it's a shame American tennis pro Sam Querrey couldn't have made the U.S. team for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
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Revisiting the Cardinals’ Best Summertime Trade: Fan’s OpinionIn 1964 the Cardinals pulled off their best summertime trade, a deal that led them to the World Series title that season.
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Pitching, Offense Continue to Spark Cardinals in Win Over Dodgers: Fan’s ThoughtsThe St. Louis Cardinals got great pitching and hitting in a home stand that saw them win six of seven games.
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Help Your Freshman Get Off to a Great Start in High SchoolThere are several things parents can do to help their freshmen get off on the right foot in high school. -
Hadleigh Farm Ready to Host 2012 Olympic Mountain BikersFans wishing to see Olympic mountain biking should plan a visit to Hadleigh Farm, located in the Essex countryside.
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Students, Teachers Make First Day of School SpecialIn a few weeks schools across the U.S. will open their doors and usher in a new school year.
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David Ferrer's Win Continues Great 2012 for Spanish Players: Fan's ThoughtsToday's win for David Ferrer in just the latest victory in 2012 for Spanish tennis players.
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Cardinals 2nd Half Wish List: A Fan's HopeA fan offers his hopes for what fans might see from the St. Louis Cardinals in the second half of 2012.
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Top Five MLB Offseason Acquisitions: Fan's OpinionThese five MLB players are in their first year with their teams. They are among the better offseason pickups following the 2011 season.
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Cardinals Perform Well in All-Star Game: Fan's ViewThe National League won the 2012 All-Star Game 8-0. Here is how the Cardinals fared in the game.
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Is the Dominance of the Big Three Good for Tennis?: Fan's ThoughtsThe writer wonders if the utter dominance of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic is a good thing for professional tennis.
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National League Fantasy Baseball Stars for July 8: Fan's ViewThese five NL players made their fantasy baseball managers happy with big games on Sunday.Also published on:
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Cardinals Enter All-Star Break on High Note: Fan's ThoughtsThe St. Louis Cardinals have reached the 2012 All-Star break with a record of 46-40.Also published on:
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Is Federer the Greatest of All Time?: Fan's ThoughtsThe great Roger Federer won his 7th Wimbledon title today. Is he the best ever?Also published on:
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Wimbledon – Men's Semifinals Preview: Fan's ViewThe final four men are set for Wimbledon 2012. Here is a preview of this year's semifinals matches.Also published on:
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Cardinals at the Halfway Mark: Fan's TakeThe writer offers his thoughts on the first half of the St. Louis Cardinals 2012 season.Also published on:
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NL East Fantasy Baseball Report for July 3: Fan's ThoughtsThese five NL East players put up big nights Tuesday for their fantasy baseball owners.Also published on:
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Cardinals Lose Carpenter for Season, Maybe for Career: Fan's ThoughtsA fan reacts to the news that Cardinals pitcher Chris Carpenter will undergo a season-ending surgery.Also published on:
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Top Five Cardinals All-Star Game Performances: Fan's TakeThese are the best Cardinals All-Star game moments in the long history of the Midsummer Classic.Also published on:
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NL Central Fantasy Baseball Report for July 2: Fan's ThoughtsHere are four players who have been producing over the last week for their fantasy baseball owners.Also published on:
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Analyzing the 2012 Cardinals All-Stars: Fan's TakeThe National League All-Star team has been announced for the July 10th game in Kansas City. Here's a look at the St. Louis Cardinals who have made the team.Also published on:
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Golf Simply More Exciting with Tiger: Fan's ThoughtsCount me as one fan who likes golf a whole lot more when Tiger Woods is in contention of a tournament.Also published on:
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Remembering Pat Cash 25 Years After His Wimbledon Triumph: Fan's ThoughtsPat Cash won Wimbledon 25 years ago. Let's take a look at the career and Wimbledon triumph of the Australian professional.Also published on:
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Worst Cardinals Performances for June: Fan's OpinionThe Cardinals suffered through an uninspired 13-14 record in June. Here are some players glad to see the month end.Also published on:
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Mixed Results for American Men in Wimbledon's 3rd Round: Fan's ViewHere is an accounting of how the four American men who reached Wimbledon's 3rd round fared today in London.Also published on:
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Cardinals Need to Address Bullpen Woes: Fan's ThoughtsThe St. Louis Cardinals are struggling to get good performances from the bullpen corps in 2012.Also published on:
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Best Cardinals Performance for June: Fan's ViewThese five Cardinals have turned in terrific performances in the month of June.Also published on:
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Top American League All-Stars Since 1987: A Fan's OpinionThese are some of the American League's top All-Star game performers over the last 25 years.Also published on:
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All-Time St. Louis Cardinals Team: A Fan's OpinionThese are the best players ever to wear the famous Birds-on-the-Bat uniform for the St. Louis Cardinals.Also published on:
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Top Ten All-Star Game Home Runs in MLB HistoryThese are some of the most significant home runs hit since the MLB All-Star Game started being played in 1933.Also published on:
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Top National League All-Stars in Past 25 YearsThese are the top National League All-Stars over the last 25 years.Also published on:
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Four Cy Young Winners Having Lousy 2012 Seasons: Fan's ThoughtsThese four pitchers, though former Cy Young award winners, are struggling in 2012.Also published on:
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Westbrook Gives Cardinals a Lift: Fan's ViewJake Westbrook of the St. Louis Cardinals pitched the team to a win over Detroit tonight.Also published on:
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Top Ten American Olympic Tennis Players of All TimeThese ten American tennis players or teams have accomplished the most in Olympic tennis.Also published on:
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History of Tennis at the Summer OlympicsThough tennis started out at the 1896 Olympics, it took a long break. See here how it came back into the Olympic program.Also published on:
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Inspiring Win for Tommy Haas: Fan's ViewTommy Haas of Germany won the Gerry Weber Open Sunday in Halle, Germany. It was the 13th win in Haas' career.Also published on:
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Summer Olympics Tennis Event GuideUse this guide to sort through the different tennis events at this year's Summer Olympics in London.Also published on:
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Relief Pitching Comes Through for Cardinals: Fan's ViewThe Cardinals have won the last two games with great pitching from the bullpen. Could this be a turning point for the beleaguered relief corps?Also published on:
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Ten Teams that Pulled Off a Three-PeatAs the South Carolina baseball team tries to three-peat this year at the College World Series, this list tells of ten teams that did manage to pull off three straight championships.Also published on: -
Smaller School Classes Mean More Personal ConnectionsThe writer responds to Mitt Romney's recent statement that smaller class sizes don't necessarily lead to better student achievement.
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Can Rafael Nadal Catch Federer?: Fan's ThoughtsRafael Nadal today won his 11th Grand Slam title. Can he catch the record 16 won by Roger Federer?Also published on:
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Men's Tennis Grass Season Preview: Fan's ThoughtsThere are only two short weeks of tune-up events in preparation for Wimbledon. Here is a preview of those tournaments.Also published on:
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Joe Kelly Makes Major League Debut for Cardinals: Fan's TakeNew Cardinals pitcher Joe Kelly made his major league debut today against the Cleveland Indians.Also published on:
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Five French Open Success Stories: Fan's ViewThese five players should be pleased with their results at the 2012 French Open.Also published on:
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Kansas City Chiefs Father's Day Gift GuideUse this gift guide to make your Father's Day purchases for the Kansas City Chiefs fans you know and love.
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Women's French Open Final Preview: Fan's ThoughtsSaturday's women's final is set for the 2012 French Open.Also published on:
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French Open Men's Semis Preview: Fan's ThoughtsThe final four are set on the men's side at the French Open. Can Rafael Nadal win a record 7th title at Roland Garros?Also published on:
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Li Na Out at French Open; Sharapova Survives: Fan's ThoughtsTop contenders in the women's draw keep falling at the 2012 French Open.Also published on:
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Should the French Open Play a 5th Set Tiebreaker?: Fan's ThoughtsThe article looks at the marathon match played at the French Open between American John Isner and Frenchman Paul-Henri Matieu.Also published on:
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Will It Play in Peoria? If Jobs Are There, It WillCities looking to attract college graduates are going to have to focus on one thing - jobs.
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Three Cardinals Who Struggled in May: Fan's ThoughtsAs the Cardinals cooled off from April to May, so too did these three players.Also published on:
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Three Cardinals Positives for May: Fan's ThoughtsHaving completed its schedule for May, the St. Louis Cardinals have struggled in the month. Even with that, there have been some positives. Here are three of them.Also published on:
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Introducing Brian Baker: Fan's ViewHere is a look at Brian Baker, the American tennis professional who is back on the tour after losing several years to injury.Also published on:
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Grading the 2012 Cardinals Rookies: Fan's OpinionThe Cardinals have used several rookies this season. Here is a look at how they have fared with the big club.
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Which Cardinals Should Be on the All-Star Team?: Fan's OpinionThe article discusses the writer's opinion as to which three St. Louis Cardinals should be on this year's National League All-Star team.
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Five Women Who Only Won the French OpenThe article discusses five women who made the French Open their only Grand Slam triumph.
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Five Men Who Only Won the French OpenLots of great players have never won the French Open. These five claimed the French Open title as their only career Grand Slam victory.
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Five Great Tennis RivalriesThe article takes a look at five of the greatest rivalries in the history of professional tennis.
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Five Cardinals Down at the Quarter Mark: A Fan's ThoughtsThese St. Louis Cardinals haven't been as good as fans would like so far in 2012.
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Five Cardinals Up at the Quarter Mark: A Fan's ThoughtsThe Cardinals have received great contributions from these five players in 2012.
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Five Greats Who Never Won the French OpenMany tennis greats have foundered at the French Open. Here are five that were able to win three of the Grand Slams, only to fall short at the French.Also published on: -
Semifinals Set for Men in Rome: Fan’s ThoughtsThe semifinals are set in the 2012 Masters 1000 tournament in Rome. Here is a preview of those matches.
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Can the Cardinals Overcome Injuries?: Fan’s ThoughtsThe injuries are mounting for the St. Louis Cardinals this season. This article takes a look at the most recent players to miss games.
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Angels Fire Hitting Coach: Fan’s ReactionThe writer discusses the recent decision by the Los Angeles Angels to fire hitting coach Mickey Hatcher.
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Cardinals Need Come-From-Behind Ability: Fan’s ThoughtsThe author discusses the recent alarming trend of the Cardinals to come from behind and win games.
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Ten Facts About the ATP Masters 1000 RomeThe ATP moves to another top event this week. Here are ten facts about the Masters 1000 Rome.Also published on:
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My Advice for 2012 GraduatesThe writer offers a brief bit of advice for those graduating from high school and college this spring.
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Anniversary of Title IX Worthy of CelebrationA father of two daughters takes a look at the 40th anniversary of the Title IX legislation.
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Nadal, Djokovic Lead Favorites in Madrid: Fan’s ThoughtsThe article takes a look at five of the favorites for the ATP tennis tournament this week in Madrid. The Madrid event is an important tournament for pros preparing for the upcoming French Open.
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Cardinals Need More of Craig's Bat: Fan's OpinionThe author argues that the Cardinals need to find a more permanent place in the lineup for slugger Allen Craig.
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Mardy Fish Hoping to Revive Season at Queen’s Club: Fan’s ThoughtsTop ranked American Mardy Fish is hoping to turn around his disappointing 2012 at the Queen's Club tournament next month.
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Indianapolis Colts Mother’s Day Gift GuideUse this guide to buy a Mother's Day gift for the Colts fan in your family.
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Lance Lynn Should Have Been NL Pitcher for April: Fan’s OpinionThe Cardinals Lance Lynn should have been the National League Pitcher of the Month for April, according to this article.
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Chicago Bulls Mother’s Day Gift GuideUse this list of gift ideas to choose a Mother's Day gift for the special mom in your life.
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Five NL Central Fantasy Baseball Turkeys to Dump Now: Fan’s OpinionAfter a month of the season these five NL Central players have proven to be of little value to fantasy baseball managers.
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Cardinals Right to Retire LaRussa’s Number: Fan’s ThoughtsThe Cardinals have announced they will retire the #10 of Tony LaRussa. Here's why that is the right call.
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Five Favorites for the BMW Open: Fan’s ThoughtsThe article previews the BMW Open in Munich, Germany. The professional tennis tournament starts today.
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What's Next for Nadal?: Fan's ThoughtsHaving won in Monte Carlo and Barcelona the last two weeks, what remains of Rafael Nadal's preparation before the French Open in May?
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Jay's Return Sparks Cardinals: Fan's ThoughtsThe Cardinals have won both games since the return from injury of outfielder Jon Jay. This article takes a closer look at Jay's success this season.
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For Those Left Behind by Mass Killers, is a Trial Better?The writer ponders the question of whether a trial is indeed a positive thing for families of mass shooting victims.
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Top 5 Surprises in the NL Central in 2012: Fan’s TakeThe author takes a look at five of the surprise performances so far this year in the National League Central.
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Mixed Results for Germans in Stuttgart: Fan’s TakeGerman women have played a big role so far in the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix tournament in Stuttgart, Germany.
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I Finally Get the NFL Draft: A Fan’s ThoughtsA lifetime baseball fan explains how he came to finally get all of the pomp surrounding the NFL draft.
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Stand Your Ground Laws Will Lead to More Complex Legal CasesA Florida case shows the confusion and complications that can be caused by the "stand your ground" law.Also published on: -
Lance Lynn Saves the Cardinals: Fan's ThoughtsLance Lynn continued his phenomenal start to 2012 Wednesday by beating the Chicago Cubs to take his record to 4-0.
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Cost of School Extracurricular Activities Frustrating ParentsThe cost of participating in extra-curricular activities and sports is on the rise, even at public schools.
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First Person: How I Save Money When Shopping OnlineIf, like me, you are a dedicated online shopper, this article may offer a few money-saving tips.
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Cardinals Pitching by the Numbers: Fan's TakeThe Cardinals pitching is a big reason the team leads the NL Central. Here is a look at the hurlers' work by the numbers.
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Monte Carlo Final Important for Rafael Nadal: Fan's OpinionThe author shares his opinion that the final Sunday between Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic is very important for Nadal's confidence this season.
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Semifinals Set for 2012 Monte Carlo Masters: A Fan’s TakeThe final four are set for the 2012 Monte Carlo Masters. Novak Djokovic will play Tomas Berdych, while Rafael Nadal will take on Gilles Simon.
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Top 5 St. Louis Cardinals Producing for the Team in 2012: Fan’s OpinionThe St. Louis Cardinals are off to a fast start in 2012. Here are five of the players leading the team's good play.
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Libraries Just as Cool Now as EverThe article discusses how America's libraries are more useful than ever to the millions of people who use them.
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Mike Matheny is the Anti-Valentine: Fan’s OpinionThe article discusses the contrasting starts to the new managers' tenures in St. Louis and Boston.
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How Parents Can Help Their High School StudentsA veteran teacher offers a few tips for parents interested in helping their children succeed in high school.
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Fantasy Baseball – My League’s Draft DisastersThe article describes some of the ill-fated draft picks in the author's fantasy baseball league this year.
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Reserves Coming Through for Cardinals: Fan's ThoughtsThe article discusses how the Cardinals reserve players have filled in admirably in the early part of the 2012 season.
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Jennifer Capriati Elected to Hall of Fame: Fan's ReactionThe article discusses the recent election of former teen phenom to the tennis Hall of Fame.
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Coaches Behaving Badly: Fan's ThoughtsTired of the silly antics of college basketball coaches? Here are some of the more boneheaded moves by coaches that led to their dismissals.
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Fantasy Baseball - Five Notable Cardinals After Week 1: Fan’s ThoughtsThe article discusses five St. Louis Cardinals who have stood out, for better or worse, in the first week of 2012.
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How to Watch a Tennis TournamentConfused about some of the terms the announcers are using during a tennis telecast? This guide will help you sort out some common lingo associated with a tennis tournament.
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Fan’s Guide to St. Louis Blues Playoff HockeyThe article gives tips on attending the Stanley Cup playoffs in St. Louis this year.
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May Bobby Petrino Never Get Another Job: Fan's ThoughtsThe article discusses the recent firing of head football coach Bobby Petrino by the University of Arkansas.
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Westbrook, Bullpen Show Potential for Cardinals: Fan’s ThoughtsJake Westbrook impressed in his first start of 2012 for the St. Louis Cardinals.
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Furcal Keys Cardinals Fast Start: Fan's TakeThe article discusses the impact the Cardinals Rafael Furcal has had on the Cardinals' fast start to 2012.
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Top 10 Sports Figures to Resurrect Their CareersMany athletes and coaches have brought their careers back from the edge of oblivion. Here are ten sports figures to come back from the dead.Also published on: