I write this late in the day of an ultimatum. An ultimatum that appears it will go unanswered. I am paraphrasing, but Saturday, after weeks of dickering back and forth between the Major League Baseball owners and the Players Association the players came to a conclusion. That conclusion was that any further negotiations between theContinue reading “The Overlooked Step that Possibly Ruined MLB Negotiations and Might Even Kill the Season Once It Starts”
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What Re-Opened Sports Leagues Can Teach the Four Majors About the Importance of a Quick Return
It is a regular opinion that the sport first out of the gate to bring a return to major American athletics to the general public in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic will reap major rewards. That’s the view for today, and its no wonder then why the NBA, NHL and MLB are just asContinue reading “What Re-Opened Sports Leagues Can Teach the Four Majors About the Importance of a Quick Return”
A Post About NBA’s Schedule Suspension- A Shocked Sports Fan’s Perspective
I am so frustrated right now. Some of what I am about to say might come off as short-sighted or selfish, I understand that. I want to make it fully known that I totally understand and ultimately accept the decision that the NBA has made tonight. NBA games are officially suspended following the conclusion ofContinue reading “A Post About NBA’s Schedule Suspension- A Shocked Sports Fan’s Perspective”
The Roller-Coaster That Is Just Trying to Watch Your Team’s Games in 2020
I breathed a really big sigh of relief Thursday night. After much trepidation caused by the roller-coaster that has become Major League Baseball broadcast rights, I found out yesterday that I will indeed be able to watch my Cleveland Indians play baseball on television this season. Allow me to explain. Like many (especially younger) people,Continue reading “The Roller-Coaster That Is Just Trying to Watch Your Team’s Games in 2020”
Historical Context: Sports, the Coronavirus and What Looms Next
The year is 1918. At this point in our history, World War I has waged on in Europe for four years. Individuals destined for myriad versions of fame, such as actress Rita Hayworth, businessman and founder of Wal-Mart Sam Walton, and historical and inspirational leader Nelson Mandela are born. The now world-famous Cleveland Orchestra isContinue reading “Historical Context: Sports, the Coronavirus and What Looms Next”
Pick-Up Sports Talk: Cleveland 