Mo Morrissey
Mo has a lifetime of experience as a suffering Red Sox fan, but is a general jack of all trades.
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The Resume "Black Hole" and the Interview ProcessThe resumes you’ve sent fall into a black hole. It’s not necessarily over-worked recruiters, or volume of resumes, nor a lack of skills or applicable experience. The search is long and hard. Here's a guide to navigating it.
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Super Bowl RematchesThere have been 5 Super Bowl rematches, with 2 rematches of Quarterbacks. Super Bowl XLVI featured the 6th rematch and 3rd quarterback rematch. We now know which side history was on.
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Road to Super Bowl XLVI - Giants vs. PatriotsPeyton's brother vs. Peyton's nemesis for the championship in Peyton's house. Two improbable conference champions.
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Fausto Carmona Aka Roberto HerediaFreakonomics explains how Fausto Carmona - aka Roberto Heredia - could've faked documents to play in the Major Leagues and refuse to keep paying for his name.
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My Neighbor, Tow MaterMy neighbor, "Mater," isn't the brightest, but he's genuine and he's happy. He may be a rusted-out heap of a tow truck, but he's got a heart of gold and he has a lesson for you if you make the time for it.
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Remembering September 11, 2001Remembering the personal aftermath of the attacks of September 11, 2001.
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Tim Cook: Apple After JobsApple will be just fine - and will even continue to excel - under new CEO Tim Cook. -
RandomnessRandomness controls almost everything that happens, your goal is to best position yourself to take advantage of the opportunities random events present you. -
Zen and the Art of Lawn MaintenanceSo here's my thing. It's a little off the beaten path, I admit it, but you know how when you mow your lawn you follow the same path all the time? You know you do. It's a thing of beauty, a masterstroke, true art. -
Boston's Championship RunIn the last decade, the four major sports franchises in Greater Boston have won a combined seven championships. In the last six-years, each team in their respective sport has won that sports' championship. This has never happened before. -
Fathers DayDad wants to know who you are, he doesn't want a gift card. He wants to spend time with you, he doesn't need his car washed - unless you're going to wash it with him. -
The Old Woman and the Boston BruinsRemembering what hockey and the Boston Bruins meant to an old woman
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5 Reasons the Bruins SHOULD Win the Stanley CupWe can all come up with good reasons why one team should win the hockey championship over the other. Here is one Boston fan's review of 5 reasons the Bruins should win - one of which might be legitimate. -
2010-2011 Stanley Cup Finals to Go to Game 7The Bruins seek to win their first cup since 1972; The Canucks seek their first ever cup. The home team has won 80% of Game 7's, but the Bruins have outscored the Canucks by more than 2-1.
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Writing for the College Newspaper: 1992 EditionConsider what the publishing process looked like a mere 20 years ago, and you will be astounded anything actually got done without email, the internet, notebook computers, and WiFi. -
Longest Names in SportHow do the longest names in professional sports match up in length with the longest personal name ever used? How do they match up in length with your name?
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Palin's Gross Error in E-judgmentEven If Done for Legitimate Reasons, Use of Private Email for Official business was Poor Judgment
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Three Products that Should Be Immediately Brought BackLook. I want my junk food to taste good and I want it to taste like it did when I was a kid. I want trans-fats, real sugar, and no pretense. I get it. It's bad for me. Guess what? I still want it.
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My Three "Best" CarsI've owned my share of cars, the best ones haven't always been the flashiest, or the most option rich. They just piled on miles and did so reliably.
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5 Good Reasons to Visit Cleveland's Progressive FieldHere are 5 good reasons to go to Cleveland's Progressive Field - nee "The Jake" - even if you're not an Indians fan.
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Why History Matters in SportWhen you believe something will remain, you're more likely to become invested in it.
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The NHL's Original SixThe original NHL began with the Canadiens, Montreal Wanderers, Toronto Arenas (eventually Maple Leafs), and the Ottawa Senators (not the modern team)....and if you're feeling charitable, the Quebec Bulldogs.
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Advertising Money Shifts to Digital MediaOne major marketing trend currently taking shape is the shifting of advertising dollars away from traditional marketing avenues, such as print, television, and radio to social media and other electronic media outlets.
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The Ideal Companythe "ideal" company remains focused on its mission and core values and sets goals congruent with that mission and those values. It structures itself to best achieve those organizational goals.
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Power of SymbolsDisplay a symbol - a logo, a color, a flag - and you accept all connotation others put to it. -
Online Collaboration: What Students Need to Know and Be Able to DoThe world is a different place than it was scant 10-years ago. Education in today's schools is lagging almost hopelessly behind because culture and technological-capacity can't keep up.
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Be an Outlier in Your Own LifeDoes "everything happen for a reason" or does everything we make happen "happen for a reason?"
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Keeping Your Head in Your Job SearchWhatever the reason you may be unemployed, when you're seeking a job you have to maintain your "stuff." Here are three short tips to keeping yourself ready to go.
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The Intuition of the Batting AverageThe batting average is one of the oldest, and most intuitive of all baseball statistics. But it had to wait before the foundations of the game were decided. -
How Many Ways to Score in the NFLThere are 4-ways to score in an NFL game: TD, FG, extra-point and safety. But there are many ways to get the ball to the endzone to score a touchdown. -
The Underrated Unassisted Triple PlayThough relatively unheralded in baseball lore, the unassisted triple play (UTP) is a far more rare occurrence than the perfect game. There have been 20-perfect games in baseball history - there have only been 15-UTPs -
The 2011 NFL SeasonThe next NFL season is at risk due to labor issues - this time it is the possibility of a lock out. Is it ownership leaping off a cliff or trying to take back some power from the union?
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If I Were to Die TonightMy father died two years ago. He was the bravest person I've ever known, and had the most courage of anyone I've yet to meet.
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Church of BaseballThis year "Good Friday" means "Opening Day" is two days away -
Lessons from a Simple CutWe make choices in life. We sometimes make choices without knowing, sometimes choices are made for us. It is always what we choose to do with those resulting circumstances. -
NFL Super Bowl XLIV Matchup: Colts Vs. SaintsSuper Bowl XLIV is played Sunday, February 7, 2010 to crown a champion of the 2009 NFL Season. This article provides background for the casual fan to get up to speed.
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No One Likes a QuitterWe like sports, we like the competition, we like the fact that sport is a meritocracy. You earn what you win. Except when you don't; except when the other guy quits.
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NFL Postseason - 2009 SeasonThe first round of NFL Playoffs is the Wild Card round. This article explains the teams in the playoffs, who plays whom and why.
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Dents, Dings, Scars, and ThingsEvery dent, every ding, every scar, every work of art tells a story.
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A Grande Latte in a Venti CupI suppose there could be all kinds of reasons someone would want a bigger cup for their coffee but I think there's a larger message there. We want to be seen doing well in bad times. -
Your Online ReputationOne of the things job seekers are encouraged to do is to maintain control over their online-reputation. Curiously enough, though, how many people have you met that you know have no idea how to maintain control over their reputation in general.
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My Level 1 Grievance Against Santa ClausThis is the letter of Grievance delivered to Santa Claus today as per the social contract between he and "good boys and girls." Specifically, Mo Morrissey is grieving his placement on Santa's naughty list this year. -
Santa Claus to Lay Off StaffAmid struggles with decreasing revenue and with the Elf union, Santa Claus © inc has announced today that 15% of its workforce will be handed pink slips over the next month.
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NFL Lays Off StaffThe NFL announced staff cuts beginning now up through the Super Bowl in February and even announced a reduction in the cost of playoff tickets this year. What you should be looking at is when the sports leagues started planning for this economy.
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Thursday Night Football: Patriots-Jets ObservationsThe record books will show a team coming back from 24-6, what will take further examination though is the missed opportunities the Patriots had. There are other things to see as well. -
The Messed Mojo: An Apology and Lessons LearnedAn apology for messing with the Red Sox mojo and a guide to prevent messing with your favorite team's mojo. It is all my fault. -
Philadelphia Phillies 2008 NL ChampionsThe Philadelphia Phillies have advanced to the World Series for the first time since 1993 and will be seeking to add another title to their franchise history. This is a Red Sox' fans' appreciation of what this must mean to the fans of Philadelphia. -
What Happens If the Red Sox LoseAm I anxious and angst ridden about my beloved baseball team being down 3-1, and truly looking like they don't belong in the same class with the *cough* Tampa Bay Rays? No. -
Stumbling Upon....Freaks, Government Conspiracies, and Christmas ShoppingHere we go again on another random course. Today's topics include where you can get a nice "third arm," why women dressed as cows should never be allowed on your porch, and what to get that certain someone who has absolutely nothing....
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Stumbling Upon....Anti-Aging And Economic SecurityYou may have bought out your local pharmacy looking for wrinkle creams or ginseng supplements. I have a few other ideas for your aging concerns....come along for stumble through the wilds of the Internet...
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Red Sox to Honor Johnny PeskyThe Red Sox have announced they will retire Johnny Pesky's number on Friday night. #6 will be mounted to the right field deck alongside Bobby Doerr, Joe Cronin, Carl Yastrezemski, Ted Williams, and Carlton Fisk.
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Patriots Fans Hoping for 'Interesting'On September 23, 2001, Mo Lewis of the New York Jets delivered the blow that changed the the history of the New England Patriots and entwined Drew Bledsoe and Tom Brady. Yesterday, Tom Brady and Matt Cassel became entwined. -
NFL Opening NightOh man, I had such issues watching the NFL's opening game last night. Actually, I have issues a lot of the time anyway, but with this game in particular I was feeling particularly stressed out.
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Customer Service RantThis is the actual online chat window with my cable provider's customer service. I have literally only redacted contact information and made no other changes to the text. What you are about to see here is real.
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New and Creative Ways to Hurt YourselfI became a man over the Labor Day weekend. Yup. I got me a table saw. And I cut things with it. It was good. Except when it wasn't. This is a "Mo finds new and creative way to hurt himself" story of which there are many. -
Are You Ready for a China CenturyThe recently concluded Summer Olympic games put forth a crafted story and facade for the rest of the world, but behind that window dressing lies some more powerful and darker truths about China as world power.
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New England Patriots Preseason ObservationsThe New England Patriots preseason has looked awful; indicative not of a team that won 18 games last year. Here's my read on the 3-games of the preseason thusfar and a prediction for the 2008 NFL season record for the defending AFC Champions.
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Gene Upshaw Dies at Age 63Gene Upshaw, Executive Director of the NFLPA, died yesterday at the age of 63 of pancreatic cancer. His passing comes at a time of great uncertainty in the NFL and the NFLPA relationship after the owners opted out of the current collective bargaining agreement. -
Importance of Employer CommunicationCommunicating your corporate values to your employees is essential to meeting your corporate goals. That consistent, clear communication is the difference between meeting your goals and seeing a video of your employees taking a bath in the company prep sink.
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The Red Sox Trade Manny RamirezSo this is how it ends for Manny Ramirez in a Red Sox uniform? Sad, but it had to happen. Too many conflicting agendas, and too much BS. The only thing we now know is that the saga is over. -
The Red Sox Don't Deserve Manny RamirezGiven my love of a well crafted double entendre, I awoke this morning to have been given a veritable feast in my honor with the latest comments by Manny Ramirez in his seemingly annual quest to shoot his way out of Boston.
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Changing Communication in the WorkplaceEvery 15-20 years or so when the tail end of one generation meets the coming onslaught of the next, we go through this angst where the hand wringing of what these new workers will bring with them.
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What Do Your Kids' Friends Call You?I've wondered about something for a while. When did kids start calling their parents' friends by their first names?
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The Old Match on the Typewriter TrickBack when I was a kid, we didn't have all these snazzy electronic gizmos. I know what I remember and I honestly didn't feel old until I started writing this article about it.... -
To Be Honest with YouOne of those loaded phrases you should make sure you know what you're communicating before you choose to use it in an interview.
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With All Due RespectThe use of a socially disarming and polite phrase to denegrate one's opponents or despised others can be one of the most personally satisfying achievements of the day. Come for a Machiavellian look at the use of cynical double entendre.
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The Bystander Effect: Alive and WellOn May 30, Angel Torres was struck while crossing the street in downtown Hartford Connecticut - and fell victim to not only a reckless driver, but the "bystander effect" as well.
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Riskiest Domains 2008: .Hk and .CnMcAfee - a leading maker of computer protection software - released it's second "Mapping the Mal Web Revisited" report. The new number one least safe top-level domain (TLD)? Hong Kong (.hk)
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How Real is This: Stanley Cup Finals Game 5This is about as real as it gets: Facing elimination, tie up a score with 34 seconds left and play through 2 overtime periods and half of a third before learning you'll live to play again? Yeah, that's real.
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NFL Owners Opt Out of Labor ContractThe NFL Owners today voted to opt out of the final two years of their contract with the NFL Players Association, opening up the possibility of an uncapped 2010 season and a work stoppage in 2011. What is the motivation behind this move? -
Red Sox Jon Lester No-Hits Kansas CityJon Lester beat the suddenly hot Kansas City Royals last night by throwing his first career complete game and dispatching the Royals with 130 pitches…oh and throwing a no-hitter to boot.
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What DID Happen in Piedmont?In 1999, "The Blair Witch Project" gave the entertainment industry the blueprint for Internet viral promotion. They've been trying to replicate that success since. And failing.
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Where Has This Old Penny Been?I've come to be in possession of an 1817 Penny. This penny is about 190 years old. It dates back to the earliest days of the Republic. What stories could it tell? -
Old Media Attacks the New MediaIt's not uncommon, and frankly it seems increasingly more common, to see in a newspaper or elsewhere in mainstream media some crushing criticism of blogs. The vitriol is increasing as traditional media companies pare back their employee base.
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Who Says Campaigning Senators Aren't WorkingDespite the heated Presidential primaries, Senators Clinton and Obama (along with a host of others) introduced the Civil Rights Act of 2008, demonstrating that there can be things done while on the campaign trail and not all change is positive.
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Labor Union Leverage & Oil PricesIn labor negotiations, leverage is everything. Here is one example of maximizing leverage in negotiations. -
Selling Furniture by Selling a "Sweep" of the World SeriesJordan's Furniture is promoting free furniture if the Red Sox sweep the World Series. How many series have been won in a sweep and why Jordan's has framed the wrong argument.
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April 15 - Tax DayApril 15 is "Tax Day" in the United States. This is a look at the IRS website, how we came to file taxes on April 15 and 2008's "Tax Freedom Day"
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NFL Heads Toward Showdown with PlayersNFL owners continue to make rumblings that they're considering opting out of their collective bargaining agreement with the NFLPA, meanwhile the players association deals with internal strife, perhaps related to the owners' posturing.
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Possible Affirmative Defense Against Labor Charges: Paranormal Infestation?The NLRB issued a routine judgment against ABS Heating & Cooling in Linden Michigan in a recent case, but the company may have missed their opportunity to use a novel affirmative defense: paranormal infestation.
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Toyota & GM Recall 660,000 VehiclesMore than 530,000 Toyotas and 120,000 Pontiacs are being recalled due to bolts that may loosen. Quality issues with Toyota and the Toyota/GM joint venture are brought to the fore. -
AntiPoleez: "No One Will Know that You've Been Drinking""AntiPoleez" is a breath mint marketed to those needing to mask alcohol on their breath, and is antagonizing public safety agencies.
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Why is the World Series a Best-of-7 Series?4-World Series were played under a "Best-of-9" scenario, and three went to 8 games - including the first. What happened to the Best-of-9 concept? -
The Employee Handbook: Pitfalls and Importance of Employer CommunicationThe employee handbook is one of the most important communication tools available for employers, but it has pitfalls. This is a brief guide on why an employee handbook is important, items to include and what - and why - to avoid.
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NLRB Suffering Due to Political Wrangling Over AppointmentsThe National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is suffering - an by extension, employers and unions - under the political wrangling between the President and the Democratically controlled Senate.
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New Employee Verification Act (NEVA) Introduced in Congress"The New Employee Verification Act" (H.R. 5515) was introduced by Rep. Sam Johnson of Texas February 28, 2008. "NEVA" would amend the Social Security Act and the Immigration and Nationality Act to prevent unauthorized employment. -
My Roadtrip Soundtrack SuggestionsWhen gasoline looks like it's heading to $4 a gallon, you might as well enjoy your trip. Here is one suggestion for a rocking good time with your compilation music for your trip.
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If I Won the LotteryThe jackpot amount for the March 28, 2008 drawing of Mega Millions is $113 Million with the up front cash option at $71.2 Million. Here are some things I might do with it.
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The Many Meanings of Ronnie James DioVery little is quite what it appears when it comes to heavy metal's Ronnie James Dio. Here are several examples. -
Ronnie James Dio: Top 10 SongsOver a career spanning the 1960's through the present, Ronnie James Dio has been the vocals behind Rainbow, Black Sabbath and, his own band, Dio. This is the author's ranking for Dio's Top 10 songs. -
Anthrax: Top 10 SongsFor almost a quarter century, the band Anthrax has been evolving and has pushed the evolution of the heavy metal music genre. This is the author's Top 10 list: the Important and the Essential Anthrax.
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The Essential Motörhead: Top 5 SongsFor more than 30 years Lemmy Kilminster and Motörhead have been thrashing out some of the heaviest music available and influencing generations of listeners. This is one author's view of the "essential 5" Motörhead songs every hard rock fan should know.
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Which "Nation" is Larger: New York Yankees or Boston Red Sox?A company named Compete analyzed website metrics to determine relative size of the Yankees fan base to the Red Sox. In the end, they determined that the Sox have a Bigger Nation...during the post-season...after a championship.
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Opinion: MLB's Missed OpportunityMajor League Baseball begins its push into China with exhibition games in Beijing, but the timing could not have been worse as tension flares in Tibet, threatening another Tienanmen Square style standoff. -
SuperLiga 2008 Teams Announced, Major League Soccer Kicks Off SeasonThe SuperLiga 2008 teams and schedule were announced today - 8 teams will compete through July; MLS begins its season March 29. -
Sesame Street Music: The Top 7An accounting of the author's favorite Sesame Street tunes from the last 38 years.
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Congress Looks at Mortgage Industry CEO Compensation: OpinionIn February, the House looked at Roger Clemens and Performance Enhancing Drugs. Last Friday, they demonstrated they knew what they are supposed to be doing. -
NFL Free Agency by the Numbers; 5 Days into Free AgencyA look at the numbers behind the NFL's Free Agent Class of 2008: If you're looking for salaries, you're looking in the wrong place. If you're looking at how many players were available and at what position, this is the place. -
What Will You Need to Find a Job in 2016?The Bureau of Labor Statistics' "Employment Projections: 2006-16" suggests occupations with the most potential for growth will be those requiring post-secondary education, and the ones most likely to decline are those requiring on the job training.
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Re-Naming Wrigley Field: One Suggestion for ChicagoansSan Francisco's "Candlestick Park" returns to it's historic name after the city passed an ordinance. Perhaps Chicago could pass a similar measure in the event the State were to take control of the stadium.
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Major League Soccer Expands to PhiladelphiaMajor League Soccer announced today that Philadelphia will host the 16th team in the MLS beginning in the 2010 season.
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Florida Marlins Recruiting Male Dancers: Of Marlins and ManateesMLB's Florida Marlins are forming an all-male, all-over wieght cheer/dance squad to entertain on Fridays and Satrurdays.
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A Review of 5 Children's Books from a Slightly Different PerspectiveYou might not have reviewed "Green Eggs & Ham" quite this way...
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Athlete Salaries & Performance Measures: How Accountable Are You?Professional athletes are accountable for their on-field performance. The numbers exist for all time on anyone who has played the game. Perhaps this is one reason salaries are high.
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Congress Looks at SportsWith real issues on the docket, congress is looking far afield and wasting time and resources in the process
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Opinion: A Patriots AppreciationThe Patriots lost Super Bowl XLII. While heartbreaking for Patriots fans, it might actually serve us well to remember how easy it is to lose; which makes the Super Bowl victories we've seen that much more remarkable.
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Being a ParentThe meaning of parenthood
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Family & Medical Leave Act ExpandedThe National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) amends the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) by creating 2 categories of leave, one of which expands the available leave to 26 weeks.
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Has the Sporting Cosmos Returned to Homeostatis?The sports universe has been out of align for 8 years; has the sporting comos returned to its natural state?
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Thomas the Tank EngineThis is a guide for parents who are looking for a reason to confirm their inherent distrust of talking trains. -
World Series LosersThere have been 597 baseball games in the World Series - 182 have been won by the losers. Let's take a look at some of the most frequent World Series "runners up." -
A Bitter Consolation Coffee: A Patriots Fan Processes Super Bowl LossWith a second on the clock and an Eli Manning kneel down, the Giants won the Super Bowl. A Patriots fan looks at the "day after."
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New York Giants: Super Bowl XLII ChampionsThe New York Giants are the 2007 NFL Champions, after defeating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII 17-14 with 14 points in the 4th quarter.
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Super Bowl XLII: Prediction AccountabilityThe Giants finish a 10-6 regular season against the 16-0 New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII and emerge victorious.
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NFL Owners Considers Cancelling AgreementThe March 2006 extension of the collective bargaining agreement allowed for either party to cancel the agreement by November 2008. The NFLPA is considering their options should the NFL cancel the deal.
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Secret Guilty Pleasures: Knowing ThyselfAn article about "guilty pleasures" that will not have you blushing from embarassment...unless you happen to like Rick Springfield and Guiltar Hero.
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Super Bowl Quarterback StatisticsEver wonder what the most pass attempts by a QB in a Super Bowl was? The fewest? Memorize this handy guide for your Super Bowl party and impress your friends with your nuanced understanding of the Super Bowl quarterback passing statistics.
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Two Cities Bidding on Super Bowl XVLIIndianapolis and Houston are in the running for the 2012 Super Bowl; Phoenix and New Orleans are also thought to be in the running.
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Super Bowl Simulations Are In:New England WinsSeveral services have run simulations on Super Bowl XLII. In each one, New England emerges victorious.
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What Does Tom Brady Mean to the Patriots?Drew Bledsoe inherited a moribund team and turned it around; Tom Brady took that team to a completely new level - an unprecedented level. This article discusses where the team is and where the team has been; from a statistical view and a personal view.
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Super Bowl XLII: A Pregame Look and PredictionAre the Giants a team of destiny and a spoiler of perfection or are the Patriots the greatest team in history?
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2007 New York Giants: What Destiny Awaits?What destiny awaits the Giants on February 3 in Arizona: That of the 2001 Patriots or that of the 1985 Patriots
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Team Name as Predictor of Super Bowl VictoryGiants vs. Patriots? The name taken by a team indicates the chances of success in the Super Bowl. Based on a highly scientific and empirical methodology, the author demonstrates naming a football team for an animal limits opportunity to win an NFL title. -
"Scramble" or "Blueprints:" World Demand for Oil to Exceed Supply in Next 7 YearsJeroen van der Veer, the Chief Executive of Royal Dutch Shell, says world demand for Oil and Gas will exceed supply in 7 years. He gives two scenarios under which world governments could proceed: Scramble or Blueprint.
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Lessons of "Dumbo: The Flying Elephant"The 1941 Disney movie, "Dumbo" carries some interesting lessons for children and their parents that are not exactly in tune with what modern children need to be learning and able to do.
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Super Bowl Distractions & the New England PatriotsThe Super Bowl is the height of the NFL's distraction machine; distraction that can derail a champion. The New England Patriots have no demonstrated capacity to experience distraction.
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New York Giants: A Team of DestinyThe New York Football Giants are 1 win away from fulfilling the destiny of their improbable run. Standing in their way: A team of history. This will be a Super Bowl of epic proportions - even by Super Bowl standards.
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NFL Playoffs: Championship Game Prediction AccountabilityThe New England Patriots and the New York Giants won their respective Championship Games. Time to account for the Conference Championship predictions.
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Super Bowl Scoring Averages & Regular Season RematchesHistory will serve little guide when looking at the Patriots-Giants regular season rematch in Super Bowl XLII: there have been 10 such rematches. Also discusses Super Bowl average scores.
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Road to Super Bowl XLII: New York GiantsThe Giants continued an improbable run through the playoffs by defeating the Green Bay Packers 23-20 in the NFC Championship game in Lambeau Field on a 47-yard field goal in overtime.
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Road to Super Bowl XLII: New England PatriotsThe New England Patriots advanced to Super Bowl XLII on the strength of a 21-12 victory over the San Diego Chargers in the AFC Championship game. Synopsizes the Pats season, and history in the Super Bowl.
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Perceived Value Affects Enjoyment: Hang on to Your WalletWe have learned one more truth about ourselves: when we think an object is worth more, we enjoy it more. When told a bottle of wine is worth $90, researchers have found our brain tells us it's more enjoyable than the same bottle of wine priced at $10
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14 Year Old Booed by Colts Fans to Be Honored by PatriotsDuring the Colts/Chargers playoff game, fans booed Anna Grant who was being honored by the NFL for having won the Pass Punt & Kick competition because she wore a Patriots jersey. Yet these fans while rude, are but the tip of the iceberg when it comes to bad behavior.
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Eclectic Sporting Notes of the WeekTaking a TO, a Fake Simpson, a congress on the prowl, vampires watching the blood bank and the Yankees say "no." All this and less!
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Boston Newspapers: New England Patriots CoverageAn overview guide for finding the most relevant New England Patriots local coverage available from Boston and the Greater Boston metropolitan area.
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NFL Playoffs: A Pre-Game Look at the 2007-2008 NFC Championship GameThe New York Giants visit The Green Bay Packers Sunday, January 20, 2008 to play for the right to advance to Super Bowl XLII. Here's a look at the two teams.
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NFL Playoffs: A Pre-Game Look at the 2007-2008 AFC Championship GameThe San Diego Chargers visit The New England Patriots Sunday, January 20, 2008 to play for the right to advance to Super Bowl XLII. Here's a look at the two teams.
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NFL Playoffs: Championship Game PredictionsTwo rounds down, one final stop remains before the contestants for the 42nd Super Bowl are chosen. Who wins? Packers or Giants; Patriots or Chargers?
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Blu-Ray Poised to Win the High Def Format WarThe battle to become the standard for the next generation DVD just became Blu-Ray's to lose, but even if Sony's format becomes the standard the true opporuntity may have already passed. -
Ecclectic Sporting Notes of the WeekFootball jerseys for Fido, an offer that could be refused, a bet that shouldn't be made, a ball park named Pro, and a runner on PED's and "Stop in the name of Baseball" all reported out here.
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It's a Habit: The Madden Pre-gameI have a little habit not too many people know about. It's not an addiction - I can most certainly control it. I'm not talking about hunting clothes nor those worn by monks or nuns. To cop one of the Wikipedia definitions, I refer to an act done repeatedly. -
New England Patriots as ShapeshiftersThe New England Patriots are voluntary shape shifters. They do not evolve to fit a particular situation, they do not have "their game." They morph to fit the given situation, to attack their opponents' strengths. From season to season; from game to game; from play to play.
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The NFL's Defunct TeamsIn the annals of the National Football League (NFL) are the stories of 54 defunct teams, ranging from 1920 to 1952. Here are brief looks at a few of them. -
NFL Playoffs: Division Round PredictionsWeek 19 of the NFL season kicks off on Saturday, January 12 with the Divisional Round of the playoffs. A recap of the Wild Card round and a preview of the Divisional Round.
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The Super Bowl: The Top 5 GamesThis column discusses the author's personal Top 5 Super Bowl Games of all time.
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A Beginners Guide to the NFL PlayoffsThere are 4 rounds to the NFL playoffs. This article is a guide for the casual viewer who wants to know how a team can get to the Super Bowl, but either doesn't know anyone to ask or fears asking the question due to impending ridicule. -
NFL Playoffs: Wild Card Round PredictionsPredictions for the Wild Card round of the NFL Playoffs with a brief introduction to the playoff system for those who need to get ready.
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Why a "Perfect NFL Season" Doesn't Matter Without Winning a Super BowlFour teams - five, including one whose record doesn't count - in the history of the NFL have completed a regular season undefeated/untied. Only one has won a championship. We all remember the 1972 Dolphins, no one remembers the others.
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Week 15: A Busy Week in the National Football LeagueSeveral moments, scores, and records of note come to pass in Week 15 of the NFL season.
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Remodeling Countertops the Eco-Friendly WayHome owners seem more willing to pay more for an environmentally friendly home than ever before, making "green" home improvements to existing homes that much more important for those who are seeking to add value to those homes. Here are three such options.
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Streaks in the NFLThe undisputed king of professional football in terms of streaks for a winning season is the Dallas Cowboys. Learn some other streaks: losing, playoffs, and a Super Bowl streak of another sort.
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MLB's Top 50 Batting Averages: The Lost Importance of the Batting AverageThe batting average, while not immune from the forces of change, remains the one consistently understood aspects of the game: how many times on average will a hitter hit safely. It is the essence of the game and an essence we have moved away from with time.
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Lowest Scoring Teams of the Super Bowl EraQuick - what is the lowest scoring team, on average, in the NFL Super Bowl era (1966 - present)? The 0-14 Tampa Bay Buccaneers of 1976? The 1-15 New England Patriots of 1990? How about the 1-13 Houston Oilers of 1972? -
Top Scoring NFL Teams & ChampionshipsAfter 11 games, the Pats have scored 442 points - more than anyone else in the league. Would you believe that of the 100 Highest Scoring teams in the Super Bowl era (based on average points scored a game), only 17 have won the NFL Championship.
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November 27, 1966 - NFL's Highest Scoring Game: 113 PointsDateline: Sunday, November 27, 1966. 7-seconds remain in a 69-41 football game between the Washington Redskins and New York Giants. This was already the highest scoring game in professional football history. And it was about to get uglier.
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Heinz Field: Perfect Storm Leads to Worst Possible Field ConditionsBetween over use of the previous playing surface, a hastily executed turf installation, an unseasonably heavy rain storm, and a leaky tarp combined to delay the start of Monday Night Football and leaves the Steelers red faced. -
Pittsburgh Defeats Miami 3-0 on Monday Night FootballThe 59 minutes, 23 seconds of scoreless football between the Steelers and Dolphins on Monday Night Football was the closest the NFL has come to a scoreless tie since late 1943. Recaps three 3-0 games. -
An Excellent NFL Season Does Not Guarantee a ChampionshipIn the 28 completed seasons since 1978 when the league expanded the regular season to 16 games, 20 teams have finished the season with 14 or more wins: 80 percent - 16 - have finished 14-2. Only 4 teams have finished 15-1. -
New England Patriots Clinch AFC EastSince 1978, 4 teams have clinched their division in Week 12 - the 2007 Patriots the most recent. What happened to the other 3?
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Firing an Employee: The Inside Scoop from a Human Resources SpecialistIt's not talked about nearly enough, the ability to conduct a termination meeting in the best possible way.
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How Bad Are the 2007 Miami Dolphins?The 2007 Miami Dolphins are attempting what no other non-expansion team has accomplished since the 1940's - have a season unmitigated in its futility. Just how bad does a team have to be to go winless/un-tied? -
Online Shopping: StrategiesAn online shopper can do the wallet some justice. Besides the luxury of sitting in your living room having the ability to comparison shop is key. -
Shopping Bargains in Eastern Massachusetts: From Christmas Decor to Discounted GoodsWith the cost of gasoline and home heat skyrocketing, you're probably looking for ways to take a bit of the sting out of your holiday shopping bills. While the Boston area is known for some fine shopping there are also some great off price shopping bargains as well.
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How a Weak Dollar Helps the Canadian NHL TeamsFor years the exchange rate was killing Canadian hockey. Today, the Canadian Dollar is worth more than the US Dollar. -
Sesame Street "Old School:" for Adults OnlyWho knew that of all the social ills to which I would have been exposed Sesame Street could have been one of the biggest offenders. -
Tie Games in the NFLThe NFL has done a very good job of limiting the number of tie scores to which teams play, from sudden death overtime instituted in 1974, to two point conversions (adopted in 1994). -
Red Sox, Mike Lowell Agree to 3-Year DealAccording to Major League Baseball, Mike Lowell and the Boston Red Sox have agreed to terms on a three-year deal valued at approximately $37.5 Million. -
Field Goals: When is a Field Goal Attempt SuccessfulRule 11, Section 5, Article 1, Paragraph c of the Official NFL Rule Book states, "The entire ball must pass through the goal. In case wind or other forces cause it to return through the goal, it must have struck the ground or some object or person before returning."
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1990 New England PatriotsIf the 2007 edition of the New England Patriots is the best one, as many have declared, and they have already had the best start in franchise history, then the worst team the franchise has fielded was the 1990 team. -
Houston Dynamo: 2007 MLS Cup ChampionsThe Houston Dynamo is the 2007 Major League Soccer Champion after defeating the New England Revolution 2-1 in the 2007 MLS Cup held at the neutral site RFK Stadium, in Washington DC -
Sold, Re-Signed, Reinstated & IndictedFour sporting related news tidbits from the week of November 17: Michael Vick, Alex Rodriguez, Ricky Williams, and Barry Bonds.
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Nissan Altima Hybrid Certified as Qualifying for Alternative Motor Vehicle CreditThe IRS has certified the Altima Hybrid as a qualifying vehicle for the AMV Credit; the certification is worth $2350 to purchasers of the vehicle. -
MLS Cup 2007: Revolution Offer Free TransportationWhile the Boston Red Sox are raising ticket prices for 2008, the New England Revolution are offering free transportation to MLS Cup 2007 in Washington DC. -
Boston Red Sox Increase Ticket Prices 9%How does a team with the smallest & oldest ballpark in baseball field a team with one of the highest payrolls? How does a team with the oldest ballpark in the major leagues continuously improve that ballpark off-season after off-season? Ticket prices. -
How an Undefeated Team Could Have a Top 5 NFL Draft PickHow could one of the best teams in NFL history, a team that has lost its first round draft pick for 2008, possibly be picking in the top 5 slots come April 26, 2008? -
Can There Really Be Parity in the NFLEven after a push for "parity" in the NFL, there is an inevitable cycle of dominance in the league. So much for parity in the NFL. It seems like the league was doing a better job at parity before they were paying attention to it. -
The Importance of Bereavement LeaveBereavement as a benefit has to be designed well to meet its function - assist employees through tough times while they emotionally heal. When a policy is badly designed, it fails. The Minnesota Vikings are figuring this out. -
Building a Credit History when You're New to the United StatesOne of the things an immigrant to the United States quickly learns is the necessity of getting credit. You may have credit in your home country, but this is not a transferable entity and credit in the US must be built from the ground up.
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The Tampa Bay Devil Rays Become "The Rays"The Tampa Bay Devil Rays have begun their reinvention process by shortening their moniker to "Rays." -
Players Union Alleges MLB Collusion Against Free AgentsThe MLBPA alleges baseball GM's violated the CBA at winter meetings and have colluded to influence the market for "at least one player." This article discusses the current issue and the history behind it. -
An Argument for the Electoral CollegeThis paper will explore whether this somewhat obscure institution can be preserved and still play a useful role in present-day American democracy.
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An Asterisk on a Patriots Undefeated Season?Don Shula's comments about the possibility of an Undefeated Patriot team only serve to tarnish the game, league, and his own 1972 Dolphins' record. -
FIFA Awards World Cup TournamentsFIFA announced Tuesday the countries to host the 2011 Women's World Cup and the 2014 Men's World Cup. The 2011 Women's FIFA World Cup will be held in Germany. The 2014 FIFA World Cup tournament for the Men's side will be held in Brazil. -
Are the Patriots Running Up Scores?The 2004 Colts were a record setting offense; the 2007 Patriots are on an all out assault and are being accused of running up scores. Here's a statistical defense of the Pats.
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6 Memorable NFL Games with Endings No One Expected"On any given Sunday..." the cliché goes, "any team can beat any other." In the cases of the following games illustrating that not only can any team beat any other, they can do it in the most interesting and inexplicable ways.
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2007 World Series: Boston Red Sox Vs. Colorado RockiesThe 2007 World Series features American League charter member Boston Red Sox against the 1993 National League expansion team Colorado Rockies. Here is a comparison of the business side of the franchises. -
Hotel Review: Niagara Falls/Fallsview HiltonThe Fallsview Hilton sits a short walk away from both the American Falls and the Horseshoe Falls and is directly across the street from the Fallsview Casino Resort on Fallsview Boulevard. -
Baseball Labor Relations: Anti-Trust Exemptions & the Reserve ClauseBaseball has had a tumultuous history with its labor relations, largely because of how baseball has been handled with regard to anti-trust law.
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The NFL's Longest CareersOf NFL Players, kickers have the shortest average career length of the positions, yet of the three men who have the longest careers in the National Football, two were/are full time kickers and one...well, one was one of a kind.
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Opinion: Why Video Replay in Baseball is a Bad IdeaThere are many decisions that are strictly within the purview of the umpire and at those moments the umpire makes what the public deems to be an incorrect call, the clamor for instant replay becomes greater. Here is why instant replay should not be adopted in baseball. -
National Lacrosse League (NLL) Cancels 2008 SeasonThe National Lacrosse League (NLL) announced today that negotiations with the NLLPA had not resulted in a contract and that they were canceling the 2008 Lacrosse season -
Butterfingers: 56 Fumbles in a SeasonTwo teams share the all time high water mark for most fumbles in a season with 56: The 1938 Chicago Bears and the 1978 San Francisco 49ers. -
What is the Most Successful MLB Expansion TeamThe Professional Baseball Hall of Fame identifies the Kansas City Royals as having been one of the most successful expansion teams at the time of their World Series win. So, what makes a successful expansion team? -
The Five Longest Games in NFL HistoryEach week our favorite NFL teams engage in 60 minutes of contained, controlled warfare. Some games are decided well before the last ticks of the clock. Others aren't decided even then. This is the story of the longest games in the history of the National Football League.
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The Top 5 Most Prolific Touchdown Passers in NFL HistoryThis football season marks a milestone - Brett Favre passed Dan Marino's National Football League (NFL) record for touchdowns thrown in a career. This article looks at the other three men making up the Top 5 list of most prolific touchdown passers. -
New England Revolution - 2007 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup ChampionsThe New England Revolution, of Major League Soccer, won the 94th Lamar Hunt US Open Cup on Wednesday at Frisco, Texas against Dallas FC, also of MLS. -
Baseball's First Perfect GameCentral Massachusetts, of all places, is home to a professional baseball first. On June 12, 1880 the first perfect game thrown in professional baseball was thrown in Worcester, Massachusetts at what is now the quad at Becker College. -
Why the American League May Have Stronger Post SeasonsWhy does the American League seem to be the stronger of the two leagues world series competition? This is one theory and it has nothing to do with Designated Hitters, softer competition, or quality of pitching.
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Major League Soccer: Transfer Fees & Labor RelationsLabor relations in MLS has suffered over player salaries, but the MLS corporate development is progressing and part of that corporate development is player development. -
Why it is Difficult to Compare Baseball Players of Different ErasThe game of baseball has been altered over the last 100+ years. And this often gets overlooked when comparing statistics, players and records across the ages.