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Aspiring sports-writer from the Windy City, but my true desire is to live out life in the desert sun in Phoenix. I love any team from Chicago or Phoenix, with the exception of the White Sox.

My articles on this site will focus mostly on these two areas.

I have also been named the Chicago Blackhawks writer for the website:

http://thehockeywriters.com/

I am also the Community Leader for the Atlanta Thrashers here on B/R, and I'm committed to growing that portion of this site.

I'm opinionated, but I leave the name-calling and mud dragging to others on the site.

AIM: illinicublover Email: jamesneveau@hotmail.com

-Article "Brain Cramps Starting to Hurt the Cubs in September" was quoted in USA Today 9/11/08

-Article "Fan Laws: 20 Rules Every Sports Fan Should Live By" won Pick of the Day on 12/4/08 and 12/5/08. It also was featured on FoxSports.com

Jim's Recent Articles

MONTREAL, QC - JUNE 26: Evander Kane poses for a portrait after being picked #4 overall by the Atlanta Thrashers during the first round of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft at the Bell Centre on June 26, 2009 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Citizens of Atlanta, Here Are Your New Atlanta Thrashers!

Published 4 months ago
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ATLANTA - MARCH 31: Pitcher Tom Glavine #47 of the Atlanta Braves throws a pitch during the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Turner Field March 31, 2008 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Mike Zarrilli/Getty Images)

Legend Anyone? Five Teams That Could Sign Tom Glavine

Published 5 months ago
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LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 30: Manny Ramirez #99 of the Los Angeles Dodgers hits a homerun for a 4-3 lead against the San Diego Padres during the third inning at Dodger Stadium on April 30, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

A Message for Manny: Man Up

Published 6 months ago
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CHICAGO - MAY 09: Eric Byrnes #22 of the Arizona Diamondbacks connects with the pitch during the game against the Chicago Cubs on May 9, 2008 at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois. The Cubs defeated the Diamondbacks 3-1. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

The Arizona Diamondbacks' Three Keys to Success

Published 7 months ago
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Jim Writes About

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NHL (64),
Opinion (59),
Chicago Blackhawks (44),
MLB (32),
Game Recap (27),
Hockey (26),
NHL Central (25)

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Favorite Athletes

Ryne Sandberg, Michael Jordan, Jeremy Roenick, Ed Belfour, Patrick Sharp, Patrick Kane, Aramis Ramirez, Mark DeRosa, Chris Paul, Steve Nash, LeBron James, Larry Fitzgerald, Big Ben, Chase Utley, Josh Hamilton
Favorite Sports Teams

The Cubs and Blackhawks are my 1 and 1a favorite teams. I also closely follow all other Chicago teams, and all Phoenix teams as well.
Favorite Coaches

Phil Jackson, Lou Piniella, Jim Riggleman, Bruce Weber, Ron Gardenhire, Doc Rivers
All Time Sports Moment

All 6 of the Bulls championships, and the Cubs winning the NLDS in 2003.
Most Memorable Game Attended

Illinois beating Wisconsin in the 2007 season at Memorial Stadium
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Joe Dimaggio's 56 game hitting streak, and Bill Moisenko's 21 second hat trick
Ruth or Mays?

Willie Mays hands down, because he was a better all around player
Unitas or Montana?

John Elway
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Orr
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Rod Laver anyone? How about Andre Agassi?
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Ben Hogan (I love your clubs, by the way)
Petty or Earnhardt?

Don't watch NASCAR often enough to warrant giving either side ammunition to use against me in a titantic struggle of wills.
Schumacher or Senna?

Unfortunately, Formula One has very little traction in America, and I've never watched an entire race.
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

This can't be who's the best, because they all have strengths and weaknesses, so I"m going with the Big 10 since I love Illinois so much.

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by J.C.
3 months ago

Hi then, hello again! This is a celebration of the Bleachers on my milestone article. Hope you have a chance to give a look.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/224811-open-mic-reflections-on-my-ben-franklin-milestone

All the best!
by J.C.
3 months ago

Manny's Bobble Head night blast banishes bygone Dodger LF Baker's bunch

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/222616-jcs-dodger-line-drives-july-22-las-manny-chad-show-stifles-cincy
by Patrick
4 months ago

It's a little late but I thought I'd add my two cents regarding Joe Sakic's retirement. Please feel free to take a gander when you get a spare moment. Thanks.

Patrick

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/216811-sakic-says-goodbye-a-somber-day-in-nhl-history
by Heartbeat of the Bronx
6 months ago

Hey Jim,

Ryan Zimmerman’s hit streak halted at 30 games last night. As one streak ends, another is admired. Read about how Joe DiMaggio forever redefined ’56,’ and how his feat may never be broken. It is a record that thankfully cannot be broken through steroid use, and represents all that was once right in a game that has since gone so wrong.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/175186-one-streak-ends-another-is-admired-how-joe-dimaggio-redefined-56

Thanks in advance!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)
by J.C.
6 months ago

Was able to witness some history and talk to a GM, all on the Dodgers dime:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/169393-jcs-dodger-line-drives-may-6-dodgers-luck-historic-with-number-13
by J.C.
6 months ago

My Dodger series recaps will soon resume, but first a couple of different shades Manny for your consideration and other publication.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/163337-manny-being-manny-has-dodger-fans-being-very-happy

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/163105-manny-making-dodger-fans-anything-but-blue
by Mina
6 months ago

I'm not generally in the habit of dropping links to my articles, but this one is very important to me.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/160252-just-blame-vince-an-assessment-of-the-media-treatment-of-pro-wrestling
by J.C.
6 months ago

Wrote this last nite, then had to work so didn't get the chance to make the rounds. Submitted for your consideration, Jackie Robinson and the office of the commissioner of MLB:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/157458-open-mic-a-proper-way-to-honor-jackie-robinson
by J.C.
7 months ago

Hey Jim-

I explain myself in a hockey sense here:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/156208-jcs-confession-why-i-became-a-habs-fan-and-despise-the-bruins
by J.C.
7 months ago

This is the inital article on B/R from a long time friend of mine. I would greatly appreciate it if you found the time to check it out.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/153829-drunk-driving-are-we-serious-did-nick-adenhart-have-to-die
by Mina
7 months ago

Hey Jim!

I know that you don't really frequent the wrestling section, but would you be kind enough to check out my analysis of the Undertaker/Shawn Michaels match?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/153340-wrestlemania-xxv-match-analysis-a-phenomenal-showstopper

Thanks!
by J.C.
7 months ago

Greetings Jim -

Wanted to drop by and let you know I've started a series of articles recapping Dodger games. If interested, please drop by for some info and fun. I'll also be commenting on events in MLB.

All the best!
by Hao
7 months ago

Hey Jim,

Decided to have some fun with this. It's a humor piece about Survivor for athletes. I had a blast writing it, and I hope you get a good laugh out of it :)

If you get the time, I'd love to hear what you think. If not, no worries.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/150843-battle-to-the-end-athletes-edition-who-will-survive

As always, really appreciate the support!
by Mike
7 months ago

About a month ago i asked many of the top baseball writers who will win the World Series. . Want to see what rest of the Baseball top writers think about the 2009 season and World Series?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/147327-brs-top-writers-productions-what-are-best-think

PS

Thanks for the help, you are one of the pepole that sent in there opinions
by Hao
7 months ago

Hey Jim,

I think the best part of sports is the passion involved, so I wrote an opinionated piece on why I think a perfect athlete is capable of crying, both win or lose. I’d love for you to check it out and let me know what you think. If you’re too busy, no worries.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/145648-take-a-lesson-from-mj-its-ok-to-cry

Thanks, as always, for the support! It’s much appreciated ☺

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