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Tim Coughlin

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Tim's Bio

I recently moved to Maine after being born and raised just north of Boston, but I try to be a better sports fan than the annoyingly biased and/or bandwagon-esque few who sometimes give New England fans an undeserved bad rap.

A Northeastern University journalism grad with minors in history and East Asian studies, I've previously worked as a staff member at The Patriot Ledger and The Enterprise—based in Quincy and Brockton, respectively. Both papers cover the area south of Boston, the Ledger more along the shore.

I'm now a staff editor here, so if you're reading this to see who changed something in your story, take my word that I mean well. I'll be happy to discuss any questions about edits or help you out with a more in-depth revision if you post on my board.

— That there is my 1920s newsman shot, seee?

Tim Writes About

The Short List What Tim thinks about sport's most pressing questions

  • Favorite Sports Teams

    Boston Celtics (they were still No. 1 on this list during the 15-win season, so no bandwagon thoughts), Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots, Boston Bruins, and all Northeastern University sports—even though they usually let you down.

    I also throw some support to all Seattle teams (RIP Sonics).

    And I can't forget my fantasy teams: Hanshin Tigers, Yokohama Taiyo Whales, Iwatani Sidewinders, Tokyo Gas Creators, and Oji Eagles.

  • All Time Sports Moment



    Tied with the Red Sox coming back from three games down to beat the Yankees in the ALCS and go on to win the World Series in 2004 (obvious, but gotta go with it).

  • Most Memorable Game Attended

    The Weymouth High School boys hockey team's 2-1 victory over Catholic Memorial in round-robin play of the 2007 Super Eight tournament.

  • Most Unbreakable Sports Record

    Ripken's consecutive games played streak. Cy Young's career wins record probably shouldn't be considered because of how baseball has changed.

  • Ruth or Mays?

    Ted Williams. He has a higher career OBP and BA and I'm a homer.

  • Unitas or Montana?

    Brady. (Then Montana, who has four times as many rings as Unitas. Still, the Pete and Pete episode about aliens seeing old satellite footage of Johnny Unitas 40 years later is epic.)

  • Jordan or Russell?

    Russell. I mean, the guy has more rings than fingers.

  • Gretzky or Orr?

    Orr. He was a plus-124 with 139 points as a d-man in '70-71. Also, no weird spousal gambling issues that make me wonder if he threw his wife under the bus.

  • Pele or Maradona?

    Pele. No justification because this doesn't involve a Boston athlete. (Joking—I'm really not much of a homer. Just predisposed to side with locals on a close call.)

  • Federer or Sampras?

    McEnroe.

  • Tiger or Nicklaus?

    Gonna go with Tiger here.

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

    What, no Colonial Athletic Association? What gives?

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  1. by Stoker
     about 6 hours ago

    HEY MY FAV EDITOR..add a new title too if you can think of something regarding king Arthur's Ghost...lol
    Kelly The Ghost Pavlik avoids King Arthur Abraham, is the focus of the article.
    ..http://bleacherreport.com/articles/211696-kelly-pavlik-king-arthur-abrahams-ghost

  2. by J.A.
     about 12 hours ago

    Hi Tim - Just published an article on the Williams sisters at Wimbledon - Hope you are available to edit! Thanks!

  3. by Bob
     about 13 hours ago

    Thanks Tim. Lately, the editors have been screwing up. You, of course, and Ryan and some others are great, but some of the newer ones - every time they "fix" something, they mess up something else. Thanks for the edits.

    BTW, you are the headline guru!

  4. by Svyato
     about 17 hours ago

    My thoughts on a possible feud we will hopefully see.
    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/211421-why-we-will-soon-see-a-jericho-vs-edge-feud

  5. by Graham
     about 17 hours ago

    Yeah that was great. Did you graduate the year before?

  6. by Rocky
     about 18 hours ago

    I always forget that Multiple Sports tag, thanks for fixing the tags, too!

  7. by Graham
     about 18 hours ago

    Yeah I was at Evan's graduation. Kenneth Cole spoke right?

  8. by Rocky
     about 18 hours ago

    Thanks SO MUCH for the edits, and your positive feedback, Tim. Really appreciate it :)

    Have a great day ahead, take care.

  9. by Danny
     about 18 hours ago

    Care to help out a friend, Tim?

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/211417-how-nate-schierholtz-has-become-a-key-part-of-giants-offense

  10. by Rocky
     about 19 hours ago

    Hey Tim,

    My latest article, " July 4th special: How Sports has kept the American spirit alive"

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/211406-july-4-special-how-sports-has-kept-the-american-spirit-alive/show_full

    I hope you'll find time to edit it. Thanks so much :)

  11. by Graham
     about 19 hours ago

    Tim, thanks for the edits and feedback man! I always seem to learn something every time you edit my stuff.

    I understand what you're saying about straying away, and I agree that the video of Allen's injury wasn't necessary to enhance the article.

    I'm going to write an article "Remember When the Celtics Tried to Trade For Allen Iverson?" So that should give me plenty of chances to get off topic. I'll make sure to stay in order and avoid possibilities to absentmindedly go away from the path.

    Darn Evan. He never told me this stuff. Ha ha ha. Oh yeah, I forgot to ask you -- was your graduation in the morning or afternoon? I probably wouldn't have seen you anyway, just curious.

  12. by Graham
     about 23 hours ago

    I used to hate Danny Ainge. HATE Danny Ainge. Weird how a championship can turn things around.

    Yup, Danny Ainge is a genius -- http://bleacherreport.com/articles/211258-yup-danny-ainge-is-a-genius

  13. by Jamie
    about 24 hours ago

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/211209-the-madden-curse-the-players-and-their-downfalls

    madden curse, we all play madden right?

  14. by J.A.
     1 day ago

    Hi Tim - thanks so much for the earlier edit - you always seem to release me!! I am back with another article with Rob York - am looking for an edit and hope you are available!

  15. by Blaine
     1 day ago

    Hey Tim, have time for an edit?

    A list with a twist!

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/210912-sports-oddest-traditions-explained

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