How many snowstorms this week have we had? I've lost count. After Jets-Patriots, A Vain Attempt To Avoid The Sports Media - Here is my SB Nation Boston media column, with a look at the aftermath of Patriots/Jets, and examining more garbage from Tony Massarotti. Jackson takes hit on his credibility - Chad Finn has a look … Continue reading Snowy Friday Media Roundup
Ken Powers In Trouble Again
Remember Ken Powers? Fired from the Worcester Telegram & Gazette for plagiarism in February 2005 after being sent home from the Super Bowl? Well, it seems like he steals more than just words. Reporter accused of $100,000 theft UXBRIDGE — A well-known Central Massachusetts reporter is facing criminal charges that he stole $100,000 from a … Continue reading Ken Powers In Trouble Again
Celtics Grind Out Win Over Pistons, Brady To Have Surgery
The Celtics were not at their best last night. For much of the night, their offense was stagnant. When cruch time rolled around, it was 38-year-old Shaquille O'Neal who gave them a spark, and Ray Allen hit a big shot late in the game to help the Celtics to a 86-82 win over the Detroit … Continue reading Celtics Grind Out Win Over Pistons, Brady To Have Surgery
A Step Further Away, Perspective Is Coming On Patriots
With the loss to the Jets a day further away, some are starting to come around to the notion that this was a surprisingly good season for the New England Patriots, and that the future is looking bright for the franchise. The labor situation in the NFL stands between now and the 2011 season, but … Continue reading A Step Further Away, Perspective Is Coming On Patriots
KG Returns, Celtics Beat Magic. Patriots Postmortems Continue.
Kevin Garnett returned to the lineup last night for the Celtics, and with 19 points and 8 rebounds and a key steal in the final seconds was the difference for Boston in a 109-106 victory over the Orlando Magic. Get all the links at CelticsLinks.com. No D-nying KG’s impact - Steve Bulpett has Garnett making a … Continue reading KG Returns, Celtics Beat Magic. Patriots Postmortems Continue.
Jets Back Up Trash Talk, Shock Patriots
The Jets backed up their bravado and trash talk by dominating Tom Brady and the Patriots at Gillette Stadium yesterday 28-21. The game wasn't as close as the score would indicate. The Jets pretty much controlled this one right from the Patriots opening drive when David Harris picked off a Tom Brady screen pass on … Continue reading Jets Back Up Trash Talk, Shock Patriots
Let’s Bring Back The Friday Megalinks
Yes, time to do the the megalinks. One of these days, I'll be able to have enough time to do this during the workday instead of at night, or not at all. But until I can end the shuffling between two offices on Fridays, this is kind of the schedule. Anyway, let's start. The Weekend … Continue reading Let’s Bring Back The Friday Megalinks
Ticket Watch – Patriots/Jets 7-Day Tracker
Here's a quick peek at the 7-day ticket trend heading into Patriots/Jets this weekend. As you can see, prices are actually declining, premium prices topped out at 64% above avg on 1/11. Click on the image to look for ticket bargains.
We’re Almost There – Honestly!
We're finally on Friday, on the cusp of the weekend, and closer to the kickoff of Patriots/Jets on Sunday at 4:30. I'll get this out of the way first, and I'm embarrassed about it. This game concerns me. Greatly. To me, this has the makings of an "exorcise the demons" type of game for the … Continue reading We’re Almost There – Honestly!
Longest. Week. Ever.
Can we just get to Sunday already? The non-stop talk by the Jets, along with the media repeating every bit of it over and over again was amusing Monday and Tuesday. By this point though, what else can be said? Lets just line 'em up and play the game. I'm trying to avoid the articles … Continue reading Longest. Week. Ever.