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NBA Players Union Wants to Remove Age Limit

Written by Mike on December 9, 2010

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In a recent article on ESPN, Chris Broussard reports that the NBA Players Union wants to end the NBA’s requirement that you be 19 years old and at least one year removed from your high school graduation. Let’s analyze this [...]

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Yankees vs Rangers ALCS Game 1 (Podcast)

Written by Mike on October 16, 2010

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The Rangers have not had a good history in the playoffs against the Yankees, and this game didn’t help their cause. Here what I have to say about this game and how the Rangers shot themselves in the foot. Can [...]

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Historical Halladay: Phillies’ Ace Shines in Postseason Debut

Written by Mike on October 6, 2010

Roy Halladay celebrates with Carlos Ruiz

It took Roy Halladay thirteen seasons to make the postseason. He He has a career ERA of 3.32, a record of 169-86, 58 complete games, 19 shut-outs, 1714 strikeouts in 2297.1 innings, a perfect game and even a save. He [...]

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MLB Postseason Predictions: Can the Yankees win #28?

Written by Mike on October 5, 2010

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The 2010 MLB Postseason is finally among us. It was an incredible season in which many teams made some big surprises. I am willing to bet that no-one correctly guessed the entire playoff picture prior to the season. If you [...]

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Albert Pujols: Under the Radar?

Written by Mike on August 24, 2010

Albert Pujols

The St. Louis Cardinals have played 122 games during the 2010 MLB season and Albert Pujols name has not been talked about as much as it has been in the past. The hype of coming off back-to-back MVP seasons could [...]

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MLB Trade Deadline: Finally Here

Written by Mike on July 31, 2010

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The non-waiver 2010 MLB trade deadline is finally here. Today will be the last day for teams to make a move to boost them into the playoffs or to maintain their playoff pace. Although, there is the still the waiver [...]

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MLB Trade Deadline Fast Approaching

Written by Mike on July 21, 2010

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The 2010 MLB trade deadline is fast approaching (July 31st) and so far the only big deal to go down has been the Mariners-Rangers trade involving Cliff Lee. I expect there will be at least one more deal that will [...]

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