Posts About "MLB"

The Need for Celebrations in Sports

October 26th, 2015 In 1980, the disco group Kool & the Gang declared to the whole world, "Celebrate good times, come on!" Their hit, "Celebration", is a jovial, infectious song, pleading to the listener to simply let go and have some fun. Celebrations are great. Got a job promotion? Great! Invite some friends over for a BBQ. Graduated...

Stop Villainizing the Media!

April 22nd, 2015 In today's age of social media, sports coverage has transformed into a job where immediate access is not only expected, it's demanded. Beat writers are constantly tweeting and posting about the team they're covering and there's a reason for that; it's their job. The relationship between the media and athletes is often tenuous and,...

Remarkable Parallels between the NHL and Big 4 Sports

March 16th, 2015 When it comes to the Big 4 North American sports leagues (NHL, NFL, MLB, NBA), many similar events and storylines unfold each season. While some of the sports couldn't be more different, many teams are eerily similar to others in how the franchise is run, the style of play, or their history. I decided to examine every NHL team, and...

NHL: Most Competitive League in North America

September 8th, 2014 It is a busy time for professional sports in North America. The race towards the playoffs in Major League Baseball is approaching as we near October. The National Football League just kicked off their season this past weekend. Finally, the National Basketball Association and the National Hockey League seasons are both right around the...