Monthly Archives: November 2007

Cimorelli’s Question of the Day

I heard a quote somewhere, I think it was Voltaire, saying: “Judge a man by the questions he asks, not by those he answers.”  If this is true, then I ought to be judged well because I’m an idiot, and … Continue reading

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The Perfect Face for Egg on It

 As a semi-opinionated person, there are plenty of public figures whom I would be delighted at the sight of them falling flat on their faces.  I throroughly enjoy any public character attacks on Tiki Barber or Curt Schilling.  I remember reveling in the numerous … Continue reading

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Puerto Rico Bound

As the 2007-08 season dawns on the Temple Owls, there are some really interesting subplots to pay attention to as the season starts to get going: 1). Though the Legend is gone (probably on the golf course or at the … Continue reading

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Why Jimmy Rollins is the NL MVP

Outside of Boston, the sweetheart run of the Colorado Rockies is the most recent on-field baseball story in everyone’s memory (as if what happens on the field matters anymore), but let me quickly remind you why the Phillies and their … Continue reading

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College Basketball Preview: The Contenders

At the beginning of the college basketball season, there are so many questions and so few answers. Even the most involved fan has to wait at least a month to really know a little of what to expect for this … Continue reading

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Braun Deserved It…Barely

Brewers thirdbaseman Ryan Braun beat out Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki for NL Rookie of the Year honors yesterday, in the closest contest the award has ever seen.  Did Braun deserve the award?  I say yes, but it probably should have … Continue reading

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Late Skins Miscues Keep Slim Eagle Hopes Alive

Yes, the Eagles won yesterday to improve their record to 4-5.  Yes, Brian Westbrook continued to show why he is one the elite running backs in football, with 183 total yards and one of his signature touchdowns, weaving 57 yards through … Continue reading

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Two More Awards for Phils

Jimmy Rollins and Chase Utley were each awarded Silver Slugger Awards today.  The award is given to the best offensive player at each position in each league.  Neither of the selections comes as a surprise to those who watched these … Continue reading

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Huge Trade for the Phils

Last night, the Phillies made the first big move by any team this off-season, making a trade with the Houston Astros for former All-Star closer Brad Lidge.  They also acquired infielder Eric Bruntlett in the deal and sent outfielder Michael Bourn, … Continue reading

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Going Star-Crazy?

Does anyone still believe that Roger Maris did not officially break the home run record in 1961? Anyone? Yet, I would be willing to bet that many people agreed with Ford Frick’s decision to qualify the most prestigious record in … Continue reading

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