Tag Archives: Jimmy Rollins

The Summer of Jesse: My Adventures in The World of Sports

In 10 short days I’ll be beginning my final semester at Syracuse University. That means the Summer of Jesse is almost over. This summer was particularly memorable, especially from a sports point of view. See, growing up in Connecticut, I … 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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Memo to Phillies Fans: Just Be Happy

They’re 33-20. They have the best record in the majors. Chase Utley is finally back in the lineup. Weather forecasts are predicting sunshine and temperatures in the 90s all week. If you’re a Phillies fan, how could you not be … Continue reading

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