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Marino Eccher joined April 2009

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About Marino »

My grandmother used to say Roberto Clemente was her favorite Cub.

It was because she liked his good, strong Italian name.

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Favorite Athletes

Jordan, Garnett, Derrick Rose, Devin Hester, Joe Nathan, Aramis Ramirez, Ted Lilly
Favorite Sports Teams

Cubs, Bulls, Bears, Twins, Vikings
Favorite Coaches

Phil Jackson, Ron Gardenhire
All Time Sports Moment

Wild beat the Avalanche in Game Seven overtime, first round of the '03 playoffs. And I'm not even a hockey fan.
Most Memorable Game Attended

June 30, 2000. The day after John Rocker's first appearance at Shea Stadium after ripping New York. Mets rally from an 8-1 deficit with a 10-run eighth inning, and the sellout croud launches into a spontaneous, sarcastic Tomahawk Chop chant.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Joe DiMaggio's 56-game streak.
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth.
Unitas or Montana?

Montana.
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan.
Gretzky or Orr?
Pele or Maradona?
Federer or Sampras?
Tiger or Nicklaus?
Petty or Earnhardt?
Schumacher or Senna?
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Latest Articles »

Vikings-Ravens: Pass the Defense, Please; and Other Observations

10/19/2009

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Vikings-Rams: When "Balls Out" Is a Bad Strategy, and Other Observations

10/12/2009

761 reads 3 comments 0 likes

Vikings-Rams: After Two Heart-Pounding Weeks, Minnesota Is Due for a Break

10/08/2009

264 reads 3 comments 3 likes

Vikings-Packers: A Homer and a Hater Debate Minnesota's Win

10/06/2009

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Last week was amazing! What's on the menu for NFL Week 11?

Find out here:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/295209-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-11/show_full

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JW Nix said...

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here is a story of another NFL Legend who has yet to get his deserved respect :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/286573-crazy-canton-cuts-ed-meador

14 days ago

Alex Johnson said...

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Packers/Vikings, Sleepers, an upset pick and more!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282249-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-eight/show_full

22 days ago

Marino,

I wrote an article on the History of the Packers - Vikings rivalry. While of course, I'm a Packers fan, I think I was pretty fair with this article and that Vikings fans will enjoy it also. If you agree, please spread the word in your community. I'm posting this just to the Vikings Community leaders.

Oh, I also encourage readers to leave their opinions of what will happen in Lambeau...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/281184-green-bay-packers-vs-minnesota-vikings-the-historythe-rivalry-favre

24 days ago

Jersey Al Bracco said...

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Alex Johnson said...

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Which of the NFL's undefeated teams will take their first loss this week?

I've got my predictions and analysis including a big upset!

Check it out:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/278188-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-seven

29 days ago

Alex Johnson said...

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Check out what's in store for the NFL's week six action!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274024-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-six/show_full

36 days ago

Keith Schlosser said...

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In wake of the ALCS, please check out my interview with the former Yankee and Angel, the truly inspirational, Jim Abbott!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272194-inspirational-words-from-former-yank-and-angel

38 days ago

try p said...

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Could you check this out!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/264422-mark-sanchez-and-the-new-york-jets-are-coastinbut-just-for-now

52 days ago

Ricky Chan said...

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hey... new article... first one in a long time...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/254665-vicks-second-chance?just_published=1

69 days ago

Hayley-L Graham said...

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A simple tribute, nothing more, nothing less

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/251965-911-through-the-fighting-eyes-of-life-and-sports

Honest feedback/comments welcomed and appreciated

73 days ago

Cody Swartz said...

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I love The Sporting News. And I look forward to its top 100 players every year.

That doesn't mean I can't disagree though...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/252270-a-fans-take-on-the-sporting-news-top-100-players

73 days ago

John Vetsch said...

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2009 NFL Season Projections
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/250893-2009-nfl-season-projections

75 days ago

Jody Wagner said...

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Let me know how I did on your favorite team:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/247003-song-dedications-for-each-nfl-team-for-the-upcoming-2009-season

Thanks

81 days ago

Thaddeus Yeiser said...

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Hey,
Check out my latest. I'd love to get your opinion.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/245145-if-defenses-win-championships-the-panthers-could-be-in-trouble

85 days ago

Alex Johnson said...

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Last week was amazing! What's on the menu for NFL Week 11?

Find out here:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/295209-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-11/show_full

1 day ago

JW Nix said...

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here is a story of another NFL Legend who has yet to get his deserved respect :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/286573-crazy-canton-cuts-ed-meador

14 days ago

Alex Johnson said...

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Packers/Vikings, Sleepers, an upset pick and more!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282249-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-eight/show_full

22 days ago

Jersey Al Bracco said...

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24 days ago

Jersey Al Bracco said...

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24 days ago

Alex Johnson said...

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29 days ago

Alex Johnson said...

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Check out what's in store for the NFL's week six action!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274024-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-six/show_full

36 days ago

Keith Schlosser said...

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38 days ago

try p said...

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Could you check this out!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/264422-mark-sanchez-and-the-new-york-jets-are-coastinbut-just-for-now

52 days ago

Ricky Chan said...

Delete

hey... new article... first one in a long time...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/254665-vicks-second-chance?just_published=1

69 days ago

Hayley-L Graham said...

Delete

A simple tribute, nothing more, nothing less

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/251965-911-through-the-fighting-eyes-of-life-and-sports

Honest feedback/comments welcomed and appreciated

73 days ago

Cody Swartz said...

Delete

73 days ago

John Vetsch said...

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2009 NFL Season Projections
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/250893-2009-nfl-season-projections

75 days ago

Jody Wagner said...

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Let me know how I did on your favorite team:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/247003-song-dedications-for-each-nfl-team-for-the-upcoming-2009-season

Thanks

81 days ago

Thaddeus Yeiser said...

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Hey,
Check out my latest. I'd love to get your opinion.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/245145-if-defenses-win-championships-the-panthers-could-be-in-trouble

85 days ago

Marino's Achievements & Awards »

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Brett Favre and Percy Harvin: The Start…

Received 2,000 Reads • September 14, 2009
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Vikings-Packers: A Homer and a Hater De…

Received 1,000 Reads • October 06, 2009
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The Greatest Minnesota Vikings-Green Ba…

Received 1,000 Reads • October 04, 2009
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Catch Him If You Can: Brett Favre and H…

Received 1,000 Reads • October 01, 2009
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Great Debate: Bronze Medal

Brett Favre's $12 Million Buys a Storyb…

Received 25 comments • September 28, 2009
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NFC Closing Fast in Race for Quarterbac…

Received 25 comments • September 24, 2009
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Brett Favre and Percy Harvin: The Start…

Received 25 comments • September 14, 2009
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"O" or "No" Part Two: A Half-Glassed NF…

Received 25 comments • September 09, 2009
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Vikings-Texans: Five Things We Learned

Received 1,000 Reads • September 01, 2009
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Love Doesn't Come Cheap: Vikings Fans F…

Received 25 comments • August 16, 2009
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Love Doesn't Come Cheap: Vikings Fans F…

Received 1,000 Reads • August 16, 2009
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Antoine Winfield's New Contract and the…

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