A couple of Ex-Globies lead off a brief session of afternoon links. Gordon Edes finally is on board at Yahoo! and has a piece on Skip Carey, who passed away on August 3rd. Ron Borges talks to Andre Tippett about his long road to the Hall of Fame. Those are just two of those who have left the … Continue reading Tracking the Ex-Globies
5.5.08 Afternoon Links
A few links to pass the time this Monday afternoon... Joe Fitzgerald had a piece on Bob Lobel in today's Herald. The New York Times Magazine had a piece on the Bill James of the Celtics, a 32-year-old named Mike Zarren. Richard Deitsch has his latest sports media power rankings, with some thoughts on the Costas Now … Continue reading 5.5.08 Afternoon Links
Patriots Day Afternoon Links
Robert Cheruiyot won his fourth Boston marathon today, while the Red Sox finished off a four game sweep of the Rangers with a 8-2 win at Fenway today. Some links from around the web: Bill Simmons finds himself watching hockey again with the Bruins' comeback against Montreal. He still vows not to put a penny … Continue reading Patriots Day Afternoon Links
Patriots Schedule Released
The NFL has released their 2008 Schedule. Head over to Patriots Daily for a 2008 Schedule First Look. Early bye week, two back-to-back West coast road trips, five nationally broadcast games and nine late afternoon or prime-time games are just some of the highlights.
Masters of Poor Taste
Yes, you did hear Dennis and Callahan talking this morning about how "homely" and "ugly" the one and a half year old son of Masters Champion Trevor Immelman was during their discussion with Brad Faxon about yesterday's final round. Someone want to run these numbers by Mike Adams: Since the start of the 2005 season, … Continue reading Masters of Poor Taste
Keller vs Roche
Today's Sports Radio storyline has been Bill Buckner. Yesterday's Opening Day ceremonies in which Buckner was warmly and enthusiastically greeted by the Fenway Park crowd has dominated the discussions. Many have noted that Buckner received cheers during the 1990 Opening Day introductions, and even for the 1987 season. The notion of forgiveness seems a little … Continue reading Keller vs Roche
03.26.08 Afternoon Wrap
Just a few afternoon links today: Michael Silverman and Gordon Edes report on today's 5-1 loss to the A's in Japan for the Red Sox. Dan Shaughnessy writes about the rise and fall of Brandon Moss, who was the hero yesterday and sent down to Pawtucket after the game today. Chad Finn has a few … Continue reading 03.26.08 Afternoon Wrap
Tuesday Thoughts and Links
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Monday Afternoon Links
Jayson Stark has the Red Sox radically shifting the face of baseball with their recent success. Ken Fang has his usual thorough collection of Monday morning sports media columns and coverage. Richard Deitsch of SI.com has a look at NCAA Tournament coverage, with a focus on Billy Packer. Pete Prisco has a look at the … Continue reading Monday Afternoon Links
Sox Hit Japan
A few observations on sports radio topics from the last few days: Could there be just a little less griping about the trip to Japan? Even the media people who didn't make the trip have been complaining and whining non-stop about the whole thing. (That's what makes it the most annoying. I can understand any … Continue reading Sox Hit Japan
Boston Sports Media Watch 