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I like to kick it.

I write on many topics, however, my most frequent work is in sports, primarily baseball. I have collected some of my other work on my personal website, though I must warn you it's largely in the same vain as my work on Bleacher Report.

I went to the University of Iowa where I studied American literature and writing. I've been a baseball fan for as long as I can remember. But from the strike-shortened season in 1994 until McGwire, Sosa, and Griffey (he was there, too) lit up the sky in 1998, my interest in baseball was uninspired.

So...I can genuinely thank performance enhancing drugs for bringing baseball back into my life, but I don't like to.

I hope you enjoy my work. Regardless if you do or not, feel free to contact me for any reason at http://colbypash.wordpress.com or colbypash@gmail.com

Colby's Recent Articles

ANAHEIM, CA - APRIL 06: Jason Giambi #16 of the Oakland Athletics warms up during batting practice prior to the start of the opening day game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Angel Stadium on April 6, 2009 in Anaheim, California. The Angels defeated the Athletics 3-0. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

A Guide to Handling Steroid Allegations

Published 6 months ago
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OAKLAND, CA - MAY 04: Matt Holliday #5 of the Oakland Athletics tosses his bat in the air after he struck out in the eighth inning of their game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim on May 4, 2009 at the Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

The Oakland Athletics: The Worst Offense in the American League

Published 6 months ago
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27 Sep 1998: Mark McGwire #25 of the St. Louis Cardinals hits his 70th home run of the season as catcher Michael Barrett #5 of the Montreal Expos and umpire Rich Rieker watch during a game at the Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri. The Cardinals defeat

Dear Steroids: Thank You

Published 6 months ago
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MILWAUKEE - JUNE 4: General Manager Jim Hendry of the Chicago Cubs talks with reporters before a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park June 4, 2007 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Cubs and Orioles Sittin In a Tree, K-I-S-S-I-N-G

Published 6 months ago
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All Time Sports Moment

Dave Roberts' stolen base in the ninth against the Yankees in game 4 of the 2004 ALCS and the following heroics. As a baseball fan, it gets no better than this.
Most Memorable Game Attended

2004 Capitol One Bowl, Iowa vs. LSU, Drew Tate to Warren Halloway 56-yard touchdown pass as time expires to win the game.
Ruth or Mays?

Mays was a better all-around athlete, but Ruth was a lights out pitcher in his day, too. But I have to go with Mays, as he made the game exciting to watch for nine innings, top to bottom, for his entire career. He played center field at the Polo Grounds for crying out loud.
Unitas or Montana?

So similar to the Manning vs. Brady dialogue I've often had in my head. Same result, it's Montana. John Candy? Come on.
Federer or Sampras?

The question here is "Federer vs. Nadal or Sampras vs. Andre Agassi." And it's Federer vs. Nadal
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger might be the most dominant athlete in the history of sports.

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by Bob
2 months ago

I haven't pimped an article in awhile, but the silence is deafening, so here I go again.

I think that the Strasburg negotiations warrant a look at something that MLB should have adopted a long time ago. I'd like to know if you agree.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237331-come-to-think-of-it-the-time-is-right-to-allow-trading-of-draft-picks
by Heartbeat of the Bronx
3 months ago

Yankee fans rooting for the Red Sox? Has hell frozen over, or is there a rational thought process at the root of it all. Read why it is ok for you to root for Boston on select occasions without feeling like Benedict Arnold.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/230865-backing-the-enemy-yankee-fans-face-dilemma-when-sox-play-rays-rangers

Thanks in Advance! I would love to hear your feedback.

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)
by Shanan
3 months ago

This is a funny one, and my first in a while. Check it out if you get a chance!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/228755-what-if-i-made-a-football-team-out-of-baseball-players
by Heartbeat of the Bronx
3 months ago

There has always been a connection between religion and sports, and Major League Baseball has certainly not been the exception to the rule.

Check out the All-Catholic lineup…the best Catholic names (by position) in MLB history.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/220812-mlbs-all-catholic-team-where-mystique-may-come-from-a-higher-power

Thanks as always!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)
by Heartbeat of the Bronx
4 months ago

Hey,

The turmoil surrounding the 1977 Yankees earned them the nickname of “The Bronx Zoo.” The current 2009 Yankees have an interesting blend of leaders and pranksters, so I decided to create a LITERAL “zoo.”

Check out what animal each Yankee would be reincarnated as in a next life.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/216046-the-real-bronx-zoo-what-if-the-yankees-were-reincarnated-as-animals

Thanks everyone!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)
by Shanan
4 months ago

Hey, I just wrote this and it was a ton of fun...if you could check it out, that would make me happy!

Billy Mays here for Steroids?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/215033-hi-im-billy-mays-here-for-your-favorite-mlb-team-an-ad-for-every-team
by Shanan
4 months ago

Hey, this article was a lot of fun to write and will be fun to read. Could you check it out?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/211100-a-league-full-of-music-a-theme-song-for-every-mlb-team/show_full
by Heartbeat of the Bronx
4 months ago

Hey,

Chien-Ming Wang collected his 1st win in 379 days. This puts him on pace to reach 300 wins on Oct. 21, 2263. Can it happen? Read why I am not ruling the tall Taiwanese right-hander out quite yet.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/208829-yankees-chien-ming-wang-to-become-300-game-winner-on-nov-21-2263

Thanks in advance!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)
by Bob
4 months ago

I did my homework on this one. I would appreciate a read & comment.

Thanks, Bob

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/208674-come-to-think-of-it-baseballs-lexiconwhen-you-dont-mean-what-you-say
by Paul
5 months ago

Colby-
When you have a minute, check out my latest slide show about upcoming milestones we should be seeing this season.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/190502-nine-baseball-milestones-on-the-horizon
by Shanan
5 months ago

Hey, I have left B/R, and I want to wish you luck and say goodbye:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/185532-shanan-h-my-bleacher-report-career-is-over
by Heartbeat of the Bronx
5 months ago

It appears as though Nick Swisher’s Yankees honeymoon is coming to a close, and is being replaced with married life. Smiles are quickly transitioning into expressions of concern. Read about how bad it has gotten for Swish in the Bronx.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/185125-nick-swishers-yankees-honeymoon-quickly-turns-into-married-life

Thanks in advance!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)
by Blaine
5 months ago

A's 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
by Paul
5 months ago

Colby-
I am really pleased with the reaction to this article I wrote last night, just to blow off steam from a long day at work. I didn't really pimp it at all, but since it's gotten a good response I thought I would push a bit. Take a look if you have time today. Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/181054-the-best-retired-numbers-in-baseball-1-9
by Bob
5 months ago

Need a good laugh? Well, I took the time to put together slideshow that I think you will enjoy. I would appreciate knowing what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/178928-come-to-think-of-it-top-ten-funniest-sports-photos

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