Pat Gatti joined May 2009

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Pat Gatti

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I am a New Yorker at heart, growing up in Washingtonville but currently residing in Orlando, Florida. I have followed the Jets, Mets, and Islanders ever since I can remember. However, my knowledge and interest is not solely limited to those teams. I have a general love of all sports and admire great athletes, coaches, and moments. I'm particularly fond of "underdog" stories and players or teams rising to the occasion after they have been counted out.

I grew up playing baseball and stuck with it up through high school. It will always be my first love and I genuinely appreciate the physical and mental aspects of it. Now in my mid-20s, I'm basically your typical weekend warrior, playing flag football, baseball, and ice hockey. It keeps my competitive juices flowing and continues to challenge me to be the best.

I have an English degree and my writing style is somewhat straightforward, with hints of tongue-in-cheek humor. I like to try to relate what I'm writing about to past experiences or pop culture. I think so many writers and bloggers try to act as reporters when they're not, they're simply outsiders relaying their observations.

Don't get me wrong, I would love to have a firsthand view of the teams and players I'm writing about, but this is the next best thing. I often dream about what it would be like to have that glossy media credential card hanging from my neck as I watch my favorite team play from field level.

Until then, I'll continue to do what I love—follow my favorite teams and provide thoughts and analysis in an informative and entertaining way. Hope you enjoy!

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  • Favorite Athletes

    Chad Pennington, David Wright, Jerricho Cotchery, Rick DiPietro, Dustin Keller, Jose Reyes, Laveranues Coles, Kyle Okposo

  • Favorite Sports Teams

    New York Jets, New York Mets, New York Islanders

  • Favorite Coaches

    Bill Parcells, Al Arbour, Bobby Valentine, Pat Riley

  • All Time Sports Moment

    When the Jets clinched the AFC East with a win over the Packers on my birthday (12/29/02).

  • Most Memorable Game Attended

    Jets home opener in 1993 when Dennis Byrd walked onto the field during the pre-game ceremony.

  • Most Unbreakable Sports Record

    Joe DiMaggio's 56-game hitting streak

  • Ruth or Mays?

    Ruth

  • 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?

    Schumacher

  • Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

    Big 10

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  • Michael Cohen said...

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    Jets fans need to kiss the floor they walk on. Read more... http://bleacherreport.com/articles/250271-ny-jets-lucky-as-magini-fumbles-celveland-qb-competition

    87 days ago

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  • Xander Diaz said...

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    Yeah I just bought my first home here in Wurtsboro, near Yankee lake, just a couple years back now. Love it here. I lived in St. Augustine/Jacksonville for a couple of years back in the early 90's like around 91/92. I really miss it there. Nothing like the sights on the St. Augustine beaches...if you know what I mean! ;)

    93 days ago

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  • Michael Cohen said...

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    Jets vs. Giants post game recap.
    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244987-mark-sanchez-jets-show-poise-in-win-over-giants

    96 days ago

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  • Robert Domaine said...

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    Hello Pat, here is the follow up article on George Martin. I would appreciate it if you would take a look at it and leave your support in the comment area. Feel free to pass it around. Thanks!

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244249-give-george-martin-a-key-to-nyc

    97 days ago

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  • Michael Cohen said...

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    Giants vs. Jets preview http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244398-stand-deliever-giants-vs-jets-clash-has-meaning-this-year.

    97 days ago

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  • Mike Kent said...

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    As the Mets are done, the season is still fun

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/241718-as-the-mets-are-done-the-season-is-still-fun

    102 days ago

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  • Robert Domaine said...

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    Hello Pat, I would like you to take a look at this article and leave your support in the comment area. I would love to see this story make a difference. Pass it around! Thanks

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/224275-ny-giants-george-martin-the-forgotten-hero

    102 days ago

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  • Xander Diaz said...

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    Despite Rumors, Thomas Jones Not Being Shopped Around by Jets

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/234946-jets-are-not-shopping-rb-thomas-jones-around/

    - Thanks in advanced for checking it out! I hope you enjoy it. I would love to hear your feedback and comments.

    114 days ago

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  • Xander Diaz said...

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    By the way, I'm from Wurtsboro, NY. Nice to find a local on here...even if you live in FL. now! lol.

    115 days ago

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  • Xander Diaz said...

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    New York Jets Training Camp; The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/231350-new-york-jets-training-camp-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly

    -Thanks in advance for taking a look! I hope you enjoy it.
    Xander Diaz

    115 days ago

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  • Michael Cohen said...

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    Best Jets players who will never make it to the Hall of Fame. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/231569-greatest-ny-jets-who-will-never-make-it-to-the-nfl-hall-of-fame

    120 days ago

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  • Michael Cohen said...

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    Preview of the 2009 N.Y. Jets. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/229834-rex-ryans-promise-of-hope-change-a-preview-of-the-2009-new-york-jets

    123 days ago

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  • Richard Marsh said...

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    Part VI. I believe I am halfway home. Looking forward for your comments. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/229215-anatomy-of-a-franchise-new-york-mets-part-vi-building-for-greatness

    124 days ago

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  • Michael Cohen said...

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    It is time for the Mets to hold Old Timer's Day. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/220372-old-timers-day-why-the-yankees-get-it-why-the-mets-never-will

    138 days ago

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  • Nick Antonicello said...

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    Take a look at my new article on why the Jets should consider acquiring Michael Vick

    148 days ago

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