Matthew Smith
I am a very big sports fan. I played baseball and football throughout my life, and I have never abandoned my love for sports. I have been a close follower of most major sports. But my favorites are still baseball and football. I know enough about my sports that I have won fantasy leagues several times. The mix of sports and statistical analysis interests me.
I have a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Wayne State University. I've worked in the automotive field on mechanisms, plastics, and stamping processes. I studied Automotive Engineering at Lawrence Technological University. I spent some time working for the Michigan Department of Transportation on highway construction.
I also follow politics and social issues of the day very closely. I write on topics that come to my attention.
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I have a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Wayne State University. I've worked in the automotive field on mechanisms, plastics, and stamping processes. I studied Automotive Engineering at Lawrence Technological University. I spent some time working for the Michigan Department of Transportation on highway construction.
I also follow politics and social issues of the day very closely. I write on topics that come to my attention.
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Kendry Morales Could Be the Best Bargain in Fantasy BaseballMorales is running the bases, and getting ready to play in spring training games. Does this mean that you should draft him, or let someone else take the risk?
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5 Unusual Spring Break Trip IdeasWho wants to go to Cancun of Panama City like everyone else? Not you, that’s for sure! All of the cool kids are going to these hot spots for spring break 2012.
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First Person: Can I Save Money with the Chevy VoltAfter hearing reports of extremely impressive mileage statistics from Chevy Volt owners, I was wondering if I could save money by driving a Chevy Volt. Here is what I found.
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Left Wing Attack on Rush Limbaugh’s Free SpeechRush Limbaugh made some controversial statements recently about a 30 year old woman, but more important than Rush's comments is the left's attack on the free speech of conservative voices in America.Also published on: -
Manufacturing Jobs Are a Big Issue to Me as a Detroit VoterAs an automotive engineer in Michigan, I understand the importance of the manufacturing sector in the American economy.Also published on:
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First Person: The Average American Home Isn't So Average in Metro DetroitAfter seeing the newly released U.S. Census data on average housing prices, I decided to compare their numbers to Metro Detroit. I wanted to see if their prices are the same as the prices for an average house in the Detroit area.Also published on:
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First Person: Is Dental Insurance Worth It?Several different methods that I considered when I was looking to save some money on dental work.
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First Person: Maintaining a Healthy Diet Without Breaking My BudgetHow I find steak, chicken, fruits and vegetables for great prices. It is not cheap to maintain a healthy diet sometimes. However, if you do a little leg work, you can eat great food without breaking your budget.Also published on:
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President Obama Seeks the Removal of Syrian President AssadPresident Obama has asked the Syrian President to step aside, but Russia and China have vetoed a UN resolution that would make that happen.
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2012 Fantasy Baseball All Sleeper TeamMy top sleeper at every position. Some may not be unknown, but I expect them all to show improvement over their preseason Yahoo draft rankings.
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President Obama Piles on Another Trillion Dollars of DebtFor the fourth year in a row President Obama will run a one Trillion dollar budget deficit according to the Congressional Budget Office. The CBO also predicts continued high unemployment and slow economic growth.Also published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Jupiter, FloridaIf you are traveling to see the Miami Marlins or St. Louis Cardinals, then take a look at there hotel selections.
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Income Disparity in Baseball, Who is to Blame?A look at how a team like the Detroit can sign a Prince Fielder, and why many other teams do not.
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First Person: Finally, Some Hopeful Signs for My Job SearchI've been looking for a job for a while now with out much success. Recently I have been seeing some improvement that gives me some hope for my employment future. Industry is picking up, and it is just a matter of time before jobs follow.Also published on:
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Shaun White Makes Winter X History with Perfect ScoreShaun White achieved perfection in his final run on the snowboard SuperPipe during the Winter X games in Aspen Colorado. For the first time ever in the history of SuperPipe riding Shaun White scored the perfect 100 that he has always dreamed of.Also published on:
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Twitter to Block Christian Tweets for Muslim NationsTwitter has decided to sell out the principals of free speech in order to expand into nations that oppose freedom. Twitter has implemented a new system that can block your tweets from reaching the citizens of nations that oppose "illegal" content.
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Give Newt His CrowdsNewt Gingrich is threatening to withdraw from future debates if the audiences are forced to remain silent.
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Port Charlotte, FloridaIf you are coming to Port Charlotte, Florida to watch the Tampa Bay Rays. We have picked the best 3 hotels in the area for you to stay at.Also published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Lake Buena Vista, FloridaA look at some great hotel options if you are visiting Lake Buena Vista, Florida to watch the Atlanta Braves during spring training.Also published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Port St. Lucie, FloridaA look at some great hotel options if you are visiting Lake Buena Vista, Florida to watch the New York Mets during spring training.
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Dunedin, FloridaA look at some great hotel options if you are visiting Dunedin, Florida to watch the Pittsburgh Pirates during spring training.
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Peoria, ArizonaA look at some great hotel options if you are visiting Peoria, Arizona to watch the San Diego Padres or Seattle Mariners during spring trainingAlso published on:
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Prince Fielder to Sign with the Detroit TigersSuperstar first basemen Prince Fielder will join Miguel Cabrera once he signs a 9 year deal.
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Jorge Posada Formally Announces His RetirementIt is an end of an era in New York Yankees baseball. The New York Yankees Jorge Posada held a press conference from Yankee Stadium to announce his retirement as a Yankee.
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Is Eli Manning One of the Top 20 Quarterbacks of All Time?When Eli Manning starts Super Bowl XLV vs. the New England Patriots on Super Bowl Sunday, he will become one of only 19 quarterbacks in NFL history to start more than one Super Bowl.
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Islamic Parties Dominate Egypt ElectionIslamic parties have taken 75% of the parliament seats through the democratic process. The Muslim Brotherhood will now become a leading voice for America's former Middle Eastern Ally.
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Republicans Might Save the Keystone PipelineThe Republicans in the House of Representatives are considering measures to keep Americas focus on the Keystone Pipeline construction project.Also published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Viera, FloridaIf you are going to visit Space Coast Stadium, then you need a hotel. Here are the 4 best options from Viera, Florida, and the surrounding cities.Also published on:
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Why a NCAA Playoff System Makes Sense 2012Alabama beat LSU in the BCS National Championship game 21-0. Does that mean that they are the undisputed national champions? LSU and Oklahoma State don't think so. We should settle this on the field with a playoff.
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Bradenton, FloridaA look at some great hotel options if you are visiting Bradenton, Florida, to watch the Pittsburgh Pirates during spring training.Also published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Kissimmee, FloridaA look at some great hotel options if you are visiting Kissimmee, Florida, to watch the Houston Astros during spring training.Also published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Tempe, ArizonaAre you planning of staying at a hotel to watch spring training baseball in Tempe, Arizona? Take a look at these 4 hotels before you plan your trip.Also published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Tampa, FloridaA look at some great hotel options if you are visiting Tampa, Florida, to watch the New York Yankees during spring training.Also published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Clearwater, FloridaA look at some great hotel options if you are visiting Clearwater, Florida to watch the Philadelphia Phillies during spring trainingAlso published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Lakeland, FloridaA look at some great hotel options if you are visiting Lakeland, Florida to watch the Detroit Tigers during spring trainingAlso published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Mesa, ArizonaA look at some great hotel options if you are visiting Mesa, Arizona to watch the Chicago Cubs during spring trainingAlso published on:
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Spring Training 2012: Hotels in Sarasota, FloridaA list of 4 of the best hotels to stay at, in the Sarasota area, for Spring training baseballAlso published on:
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Tim Tebow is More Popular Than Tom BradyTim Tebow already beat Tom Brady in one contest. According to an ESPN poll Tim Tebow is now the most popular player in AmericaAlso published on:
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Romney's Win in New Hampshire Didn't Change AnythingMitt Romney won in New Hampshire, but that was expected. It is up to the rest of the field to sort itself out in South Carolina and Florida to see which candidate will challenge Mitt Romney for the Republican nomination down the stretch.
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A Season of Memorable Moments for the 2011 Michigan Wolverines: A Fan's RecapA look back at Michigan's 2011 season. Their big wins against Ohio State, Notre Dame, and Virginia Tech. As well as the hiring of coach Brady Hoke. With video linksAlso published on:
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Tim Tebow Throws for 3:16 Yards in Stunning Playoff UpsetIn his first playoff appearance ever Tim Tebow throws for 316 yards. Miraculously matching the most famous Bible verse for salvation, John 3:16Also published on:
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The Michigan Wolverines' Top 5 Recruits Over the Past 15 Years: A Fan's TakeA list of top talent that signed with the Wolverines. These impact players helped the University of Michigan remain one of the top football programs in the country over the last 15 years.Also published on:
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The Top 5 Recruiting Busts in Michigan History Over the Past 25 Years: A Fan's TakeEvery major college football program gets blue chip athletes. Some of them live up to the hype, some of them disappear due to various reasons. The University of Michigan is no exception. We list the biggest can't miss recruits that missed completelyAlso published on:
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Rick Santorum Hits the SpotlightMy view on the candidacy of Rick Santorum. I look at his views on Iran, his past use of earmarks, and his support of big government spending.
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NCAA Investigates Michigan Football Coach Rich RodriguezNow a new NCAA investigation has started. This time it is looking into Rich Rodriguez's time at West Virginia. According to ESPN, the investigation into West Virginia University will not affect The University of Michigan at all.
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Chipper Jones: the 9th Best Hitter of the DecadeThe amazing career of Chipper Jones started in the 1990's and has carried over into this decade. There is no question that his steady body of work makes him one of the best hitters over the last ten years
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David Ortiz: The 10th Best Hitter of the DecadeDavid Ortiz has stood out over the last decade as one of the premier hitters in baseball. I have compared the numbers of the best hitters over the last decade to find out who was the most productive hitter in baseball
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Blog Muse by IBM Could Increase Page HitsBlog muse is designed to increase page hits and the focus of blog writers. It is an application that is currently in development by IBM.
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The Winners and Losers of the NBA Trading DeadlineThursday's trade deadline has passed so now we can take a look at this year's movers and shakers. There were some surprises!
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Why Do We Celebrate Ash Wednesday Anyway?Millions of people celebrate Ash Wednesday, but how many of us think about the history and meaning of Ash Wednesday?
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Why Swagbucks is Better Than Lockerz and SurveysForget about Lockerz and survey sites, because it's Swagbucks Birthday! I am a casual user of Swag bucks. I go there, search a few times a day, and find the code if I have time. That results in $10 a month in Amazon gift cards
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The Passover: A Celebration of Moses, the Hebrews and the Glory of GodThe Passover is a historical celebration of Moses, the man who delivered the Hebrews out of bondage with the help of God. The true meaning of Passover is that God will always remember his promises and never forget his commitments.
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Will Big Trades at the NBA Trade Deadline Help Lebron James?Will the big trade in the NBA this year be Tracy McGrady to New York, or will Cleveland help Lebron James by picking up Amar'e Stoudemire or Antawan Jamison?
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Are Texas, Missouri, and Colorado All Leaving the Big 12?Rumors have been swirling about the addition of another team or two to the Big Ten Conference. The latest rumor involves Texas and/or Missouri leaving the Big 12 to come to the Big Ten so that the conference can set up a championship game.
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Tom Cruise Agrees to Do Mission: Impossible IVTom Cruise and Paramount Pictures have come to an agreement about the production of Mission: Impossible IV. Cruise will once again take on the role of super spy Ethan Hunt in the movie series.
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The Michigan-Ohio WarThe war between Michigan and Ohio over Toledo.
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What's Next for Conan O'Brien?Conan is free to begin a new show in September once a network picks him up. There is a lot of speculation about which station will sign Conan.
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5 Local Activities for Winter Fun in MichiganWinter in the Detroit area can be very long; it is cold and there are not a whole lot of opportunities to get out of the house. This article will be exploring 5 local Michigan events that you can do for some winter fun.
