Thomas Barbee

Thomas Barbee

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About

Born and raised in Chicago, as a child of the 80's I had the great fortune of growing up when nearly all of our franchises were at their peak. While unfortunately much of that luster is gone now, my devotion to all things sports never faded. My first love has always been and will always be baseball, and even though I'm a die-hard White Sox fan, I do care enough about the game that I enjoy following the progress of other teams (even those not-so-cuddly losers on the North Side). I also have a great interest in basketball, football and hockey, and as a University of Illinois grad-- I love following my Fighting Illini.

After torturing my friends, ex-girlfriends, and roommates with my incessant rants about sports, it's time that I turned it into something constructive. Enjoy my occasionally ridiculous musings.

Short List

  • Favorite Sports Teams

    Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Blackhawks, Chicago Bears, Illinois Fighting Illini, Milwaukee Brewers, New York Mets, Notre Dame Fighting Irish

  • All-Time Sports Moment

    I've got two in my lifetime. 1) Michael Jordan's game-winning shot against the Jazz in Game 6, 1998. 2) Kirk Gibson's Game 1 1988 game winning homer.

  • Most Memorable Game Attended

    Any of the Bulls games attended during their playoff runs, especially the 72-10 season.

  • Most Unbreakable Sports Record

    Probably most single season pitching records

  • Ruth or Mays?

    The Babe, only cause the dude could pitch AND hit.

  • Unitas or Montana?

    If I were older I'd probably say Unitas, but Montana was the man.

  • Pele or Maradona?

    Pele, always.

  • ACC, Big 12, Big East, Big Ten, Pac-12 or SEC?

    Big 10

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  • Keith Schlosser posted 1314 days ago

    Keith Schlosser

    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

  • Richard O'Neal posted 1382 days ago

    Richard O'Neal

    Just finished a very important article on anger in sports. Please help me to get the message out by reading and commenting on this article.

    Thanks!

    ro

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/231946-anger-in-sports-a-look-back-over-my-time

  • Bob Warja posted 1398 days ago

    Bob Warja

    This one is very personal to me. It is about a wonderful children's stoy and grassroots movement benefitting kids who play for the love of the game.

    I encourage you to take the time to check it out.

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/222937-come-to-think-of-itthe-inspiring-message-of-a-glove-of-their-own

  • Bob Warja posted 1431 days ago

    Bob Warja

    For my 400th article, I decided to tackle a subject that is near and dear to my heart.

    I would greatly appreciate it if you could take the time to read it and comment. I think it's something very important for us to recognize, particularly in light of today's Civil Rights game.

    Thanks, Bob

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/203473-come-to-think-of-it-racism-in-sports-is-alive-and-well

  • D.J. Rallo posted 1451 days ago

    D.J. Rallo

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/189069-resisting-temptation-josh-hamiltons-ride-to-hell-and-back

  • Bob Warja posted 1493 days ago

    Bob Warja

    Why I love baseball.

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/158774-come-to-think-of-it-why-i-love-baseball

  • Bob Warja posted 1525 days ago

    Bob Warja

    Hey Thomas, I wrote an article that is sure to generate some debate. check it out and let me know what you think.

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/141207-come-to-think-of-it-the-ten-greatest-hall-of-fame-baseball-players-all-time#comment

  • Richard Marsh posted 1528 days ago

    Richard Marsh

    I have a number of sites left that still needs a few teams for my fantasy baseball leagues. If you have the time and want some great competition drop me your e-mail on my board or contact me at rsmcloser@cox.net. Thanks

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