Tag Archives: Chicago White Sox

Making an All-Star Team … For the Price of Prince Fielder

Don’t be alarmed … well, maybe be a little alarmed. I’m sorry. Prince Fielder brings out the mad scientist in me. So, in case you’ve been hibernating, Tuesday Prince Fielder agreed to a nine-year deal with the Tigers, a deal … Continue reading

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Waving Goodbye to the Golden Age of Shortstops

It’s rare when I draw inspiration from watching South Park, but I found the show’s most recent episode, “You’re Getting Old,” to be pretty thought provoking. The episode centers mostly around the idea of getting older and becoming more cynical. … Continue reading

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Making Baby Steps in the Desert

Given some of the horrible weather I’ve experienced in Syracuse over the last three winters, I’ve really learned to appreciate summer time. Summer’s awesome in almost every way: the cookouts, going to beach, fourth of July fireworks, no new episodes … Continue reading

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Manny, Rays Looking For a Fresh Start

Last June my father and I headed to Fenway Park, a journey the two of us have made many times together. But this was no ordinary day at the ballpark. Manny Ramirez was back in Boston for the first time … Continue reading

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