Bret Hoffman's Sportswriter Profile

Bret Hoffman joined March 2009

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Hello my name is Bret Hoffman, I live in Amarillo Texas. I'm an avid sports fan. Here within the past 5 years or so I have become addicted to fantasy sports as well. I love the NFL, MLB, NCAA football, NCAA basketball (especially March madness), NCAA baseball. Can't stand the NBA these days, guess that growing up in the Jordan era ruined it for me, I don't know why but I just can't get into it at all. I love the Boston Red Sox, Dallas Cowboys and Texas Longhorns. I like other teams and players here and there but I'm very loyal to my teams. Without sports I would lead a pretty dull life. I love to play them, watch them and talk about them. I'm always up for a good discussion so hit me up if you want. You can check out my blogs weekly at thesportspa.blogspot.com.

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Favorite Athletes

Michael Jordan, Curt Schilling, Josh Beckett, Pedro Martinez, Dustin Pedroia, David Ortiz, Emmit Smith, Marion Barber, Jason Witten, Vince Young, Bo Jackson
Favorite Sports Teams

Boston Red Sox, Dallas Cowboys, Texas Longhorns
Favorite Coaches

Mack Brown, Terry Francona, Bob Knight, Coach K, Roy Williams, Phil Jackson
All Time Sports Moment

The Red Sox winning the World Series in 2004 after and 86 year drought
Most Memorable Game Attended

watching Nolan Ryan pitch for the Texas Rangers as a young kid
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Cal Ripken's consecutive games started
Ruth or Mays?

The Babe, but Mays was great too
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Sampras
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

Earnhardt
Schumacher or Senna?

Who? Ha ha
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

BIg 12

Latest Articles »

Waiver-Wire Lineup: Hitting Help for the Playoff Push

08/27/2009

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Waiver Wire Rotation: Pitching Help for the Fantasy Playoff Push

08/24/2009

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Three Up, Three Down: Fantasy Hitters Weekly

05/12/2009

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Flamethrowers: Hot/Not Pitchers Weekly

05/11/2009

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Craig Brown said...

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I normally write about the KC Chiefs or STL Cardinals, but I am also a fantasy football addict. If you have time, check out my latest article and let me know what you think. Thanks in advance!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/183789-potential-fantasy-disappointments-for-2009

187 days ago

Blaine Spence said...

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Fantasy community:
It is not too late to make a difference!
You can help. Please give a read and "pay this forward" Some things are bigger than sports.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/182116-fallen-san-francisco-49ers-et-a

188 days ago

Matthew Falkenbury said...

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Hey,

In 1996, The Yankees had a magical season that would end with a World Championship. In this article, I take a look at the first time I thought the season could be special, a game vs. the Seattle Mariners on May 14th, 1996 at Yankee Stadium, Dwight Gooden on the mound, the rest is history. Please take a look and comment as well. Thanks in advance

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/175365-the-day-i-knew-the-96-yankees-were-special

- Matthew Falkenbury

198 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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Hey Bret,

Ryan Zimmerman’s hit streak halted at 30 games last night. As one streak ends, another is admired. Read about how Joe DiMaggio forever redefined ’56,’ and how his feat may never be broken. It is a record that thankfully cannot be broken through steroid use, and represents all that was once right in a game that has since gone so wrong.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/175186-one-streak-ends-another-is-admired-how-joe-dimaggio-redefined-56

Thanks in advance!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

199 days ago

Jeff D Gorman said...

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Thanks for signing up as a fan, Bret!

-- Jeff

199 days ago

Gilligan Henry Dorpfeld said...

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What are Alter Ego's and why are they here on Bleacher Report?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/173563-br-alter-egos-what-are-they-and-why-are-they-here

- GHD

aka "Skillet"

200 days ago

Paul Swaney said...

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Bret-
I have found over the past month or so that I write best when I allow my heart to lead my head. Please check out my latest, I would be interested in any feedback you may have, or even anyone who would make your team. Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/167828-the-baseball-players-i-root-for

208 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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Hey Bret,

Lou Gehrig has somehow been forgotten amongst the game’s immortals, even though he was possibly even more of a reason for the success of Ruth’s 1927 Yankees. Read about the quiet, forgotten leader of “Murderer’s Row,” Henry Lou Gehrig.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/167924-lou-gehrig-remembering-the-quiet-forgotten-leader-of-murderers-row?just_published=1

Thanks in advance!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

208 days ago

Matt Miselis said...

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I decided to write about the saga that is Alex Rodriguez. Gave my in depth analysis on it. Let me know what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/165279-a-rod-part-two-of-the-steroid-saga-that-is-known-as-alex-rodriguez

211 days ago

Andrew Cahill said...

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A Story From A True Patriots Fan...check this one out...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/164812-a-story-from-a-true-patriots-fan

213 days ago

Paul Swaney said...

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Bret-
My latest article is a bit personal- seeing Wrigley Field through new eyes. Check it out when you have a chance. Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/159639-the-story-of-a-smile-at-wrigley-field

222 days ago

Paul Swaney said...

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Bret-
If you have a chance, please take a look at my latest article, and let me know if you have any feedback. Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/155644-four-of-the-best-centerfielders-of-all-time-are-playing-right-now

229 days ago

Mike Kent said...

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Who do you think will be the AL MVP? PLZ let me know

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/148608-josh-hamilton-your-2009-al-mvp

242 days ago

Bret's Achievements & Awards (5) »

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Flamethrowers: Hot/Not Pitchers Weekly

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Received 1,000 Reads • August 24, 2009
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Flamethrowers: MLB Week Two

Received 1,000 Reads • April 12, 2009

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Waiver-Wire Lineup: Hitting Help for the Playoff Push

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