Mike Acosta's Sportswriter Profile

Mike Acosta joined June 2009

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About Mike »

Mike is an analyst and technical writer for a high-profile government agency in Washington, D.C. Whether it is at his day job or playing familly man at home with his wife and son, Mike strives to exceed expectations and stay on top of his game.

The excitement of a new challenge drives Mike's motivation to be successful, and his move to join Bleacher Report is to take his writing skills to a whole new level and, in turn, give a fresh perspective on sports. His areas of expertise include NFL, NBA and MLB as well as fantasy sports analysis for the aforementioned leagues. Mike is also well-versed in NCAA football and men's basketball in addition to professional wrestling, past and present.

Mike's favorite teams include the Washington Redskins, Washington Nationals and NY Knicks. Mike is also a fan of his alma mater Texas Tech University Red Raiders.

If you would like to contact Mike and/or learn more about his articles, please feel free to email him at acomike@gmail.com.

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Favorite Athletes

LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Jason Kidd, Clinton Portis, LaRon Landry, David Wright, Evan Longoria, Brandon Webb & Alex Ovechkin.
Favorite Sports Teams

Washington Redskins, Washington Nationals, Washington Capitals, NY Knicks & Texas Tech.
Favorite Coaches

Phil Jackson, Bill Belicheck and Bob Knight
All Time Sports Moment

Michael Jordan vs. Magic Johnson in 1991 NBA Finals.
Most Memorable Game Attended

Redskins game following the death of Sean Taylor.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Cy Youngs record for most Wins in MLB.
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?

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

Big 12

Latest Articles »

LaVar Arrington: From Redskin Has-Been to Washington's Biggest Critic

09/28/2009

682 reads 4 comments 0 likes

As Jim Zorn Fails, So Do the Washington Redskins

09/28/2009

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A Successful 2009 NBA Draft May Not Be Hard for the Washington Wizards

06/17/2009

630 reads 5 comments 0 likes

Hey Cavs, Wanna Keep LeBron James? Better Call NBA Legend Pat Riley

06/11/2009

750 reads 3 comments 1 likes

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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

42 days ago

Alec Miller said...

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Hi!

This should be a pretty good debate.

Check it out when you get the chance.

Let me know if you liked it and of course feedback is great.

Thanks

Alec

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/253718-the-great-debate-roger-clemens-vs-greg-maddux

P.S. Keep me updated on any of your articles I would love to read it.

74 days ago

Robert Domaine said...

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Hello Mike, 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

97 days ago

Scotty Rauba said...

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Who wins the MVP next year in the NBA?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/214096-2009-2010-nba-pre-season-awards

141 days ago

Cyrus I. said...

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Mike - Which players does the term "underrated" really apply to? Check out my article for more info! Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/213566-concieving-the-meaning-of-the-word-underrated-in-the-nba/show_full

142 days ago

Cyrus I. said...

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Sup Mike, I would love for you to check out my latest article, which lists some possible gems/steals in the second round of the 2009 NBA Draft. Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/207242-the-2009-nba-drafts-second-round-diamonds-in-the-rough

153 days ago

Matthew Falkenbury said...

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Hey,

I just came up with the list of the best current Major Leaguers wearing the numbers One thru Ten. I hope you can take a look and voice your opinion on my list. Thanks in advance,

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/205039-best-current-baseball-players-by-uniform-number-1-10

- Matthew Falkenbury

156 days ago

Randy Lutz said...

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Shaq to the Cavs??? Check out my latest article and let me know what you think about this possible impending trade:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/198943-shaq-headed-to-cleveland/poll_results#poll

166 days ago

Cris Shumaker said...

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Just wrote a note about the Strasburg situation. Let me know what you think!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/195587-why-the-washington-nationals-should-pass-on-strasburg

170 days ago

Jeff D Gorman said...

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Thanks for signing up as a fan, Mike!

171 days ago

Cyrus I. said...

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Hey Mike, take a look at my new piece of history regarding the rise and fall of former NBA Player/Cocaine addict Micheal Ray Richardson. Your feedback is much appreciated.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/195080-not-so-sweet-as-sugar-micheal-ray-richardsons-sad-fall-from-grace

Thanks!

171 days ago

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Latest Articles »

LaVar Arrington: From Redskin Has-Been to Washington's Biggest Critic

As Jim Zorn Fails, So Do the Washington Redskins

A Successful 2009 NBA Draft May Not Be Hard for the Washington Wizards