Joe Viola's Sportswriter Profile

Joe Viola joined July 2009

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About Joe »

Hi, my name is Joe Viola. I'm from the most underrated state in the Union: New Jersey. I'm a huge New York baseball fan. I like the Yankees as well as the Mets and I have been in many arguments because of that fact. I believe the greatest baseball batter is Babe Ruth followed by Ty Cobb and that the greatest pitcher is Walter Johnson followed by Whitey Ford. My favorite baseball player of all time is Yogi Berra. I'm also a fan of the Cardinals, Dodgers, Twins and Rangers.

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Favorite Athletes

Yogi Berra, Babe Ruth, Goose Gossage, Mike Piazza, Al Leiter, Bernie Williams, Cliff Floyd, Derek Jeter, David Wright, CC Sabathia, Frank Viola and many more.
Favorite Sports Teams

New York Yankees, New York Mets, New York Giants and New Jersey Devils.
Favorite Coaches

Casey Stengal, Billy Martin, Miller Huggins, Joe Torre, Willie Randolph, Davey Johnson and Bobby Valentine.
All Time Sports Moment

Lou Gehrig's "I am the luckiest man on the face of the Earth" Speech.
Most Memorable Game Attended

I was there with my Dad when Esteban Loaiza won his only game with the Yankees. I also witnessed former Met, Jeff Duncan hit his only Major League home run.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Cy Young's 511 wins and Walter Johnson's 110 shout outs.
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth.
Unitas or Montana?

Montana.
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan.
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky.
Pele or Maradona?

Ruth, again.
Federer or Sampras?

Federer.
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger but I always want Nicklaus to win.
Petty or Earnhardt?

Earnhardt.
Schumacher or Senna?

Schumacher.
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Big East.

Latest Articles »

The Best Third Basemen in New York Mets History

11/16/2009

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I'm Starting To Believe.

07/28/2009

54 reads 9 comments 1 likes

The Best Second Basemen in New York Mets History

07/27/2009

70 reads 4 comments 0 likes

Why The New York Mets Need Roy Halladay.

07/21/2009

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Steven Merriam said...

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Hey Joe!

If you could check this out and leave some feedback it would be greatly appreciated.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/291675-how-could-this-happen-the-decline-of-the-card-industry

8 days ago

Tyler Mascaro said...

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I would appreciate it if you could stop by:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/248986-mlb-players-who-still-wear-their-pants-correctly

Thank you. I hope you enjoy.

80 days ago

JW Nix said...

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read this awesome news!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/243219-the-philadelphia-eagles-finally-find-respect

90 days ago

Robert Domaine said...

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Hello Joe, 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

96 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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The new Yankee Stadium had been criticized for its lack of intensity and electricity in the early months of the season, but this weekend’s series against the Red Sox finally make a familiar place seem like HOME.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/233643-yankees-turn-familiar-confines-address-of-yankee-stadium-into-home

Thanks in advance, and I would look to hear your opinions and feedback. Take care.

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

106 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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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)

111 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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Cody Ransom has become a running joke in Yankee communities across the US in chat rooms, Twitter, blogs, message boards, etc.

His “bromance” with manager Joe Girardi has emphasized this fan disdain, and I have created a Top 10 list of unknown Ransom “facts” in this banter’s honor.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/229553-top-10-unknown-truths-about-yankee-utility-infielder-cody-ransom

Thanks in advance! I hope you enjoy it, and I would love to hear your feedback.

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

113 days ago

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

114 days ago

Tyler Mascaro said...

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I would appreciate it if you could stop by. I hope you enjoy.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/226874-gabe-gabe-kapler-and-gabe-gross
-Tyler

118 days ago

Richard Marsh said...

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I thought I'd get my 2 cents in. Your comments will be appreciated. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/226165-omar-minaya-chance-for-redemption

119 days ago

Chase Sanford said...

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I just got back from New York City and had an amazing experience at Madison Square Garden. I toured the arena and gained valuable information concerning the Knicks trying to pick up LeBron and Dwyane Wade next summer. Check it out for me please. Comments/feedback/POTD is always appreciated!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/224642-a-personal-experience-at-msg-knicks-going-after-lebron-and-wade

121 days ago

Richard Marsh said...

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A real piece of history to show you why we are where we are today. Enjoy and comment if you choose too, please.http://bleacherreport.com/articles/221859-anatomy-of-a-franchise-new-york-mets-part-v-grants-tomb

126 days ago

O Shiri said...

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Joe,

As a Yankee and as a baseball fan thought you might want to take a look at my new article on the Dodgers legend Steve Garvey let me know what you think. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/220684-dodgers-legend-steve-garvey-was-a-true-ball-player

O

127 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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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)

127 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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A-Rod’s 2009 salary is $33 million. What is the best team (9 hitter lineup with DH, 5 SPs, 1 RP, and a CL) you could create using only his salary as a budget, and no more than 5 players allowed to be making less than $1 million? You would be surprised…

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/219439-yankees-go-bargain-hunting-the-best-team-a-rods-salary-could-buy

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

130 days ago

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The Best Third Basemen in New York Mets History

I'm Starting To Believe.

The Best Second Basemen in New York Mets History