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Jon Rein joined July 2009

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I've been a big sports fan my entire life. I also come from a very opinionated family and watch way too much PTI & Around The Horn. When I hear these guys talking, I find myself asking "What makes these guys any more of an authority on these issues than me?" I figure with all the opinions I have on sports in general, the best place to express them (aside from yacking friends' ears off" is via Bleacher Report! Most of my stuff will be opinion-based with facts to support. Like it or hate it, I hope you enjoy what I've written. Any (constructive) comments are encouraged! I know I'm not perfect and neither is my logic, so I'd like to hear back.

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Favorite Athletes

Dwayne Wade, Josh Johnson, Kevin Smith, Dwight Howard
Favorite Sports Teams

Miami Heat, Florida Marlins, Miami Dolphins, Orlando Magic, UCF Knights
Favorite Coaches

Active: Tony Sparano, Joe Maddon, Terry Francona, Joe Torre Inactive: Bill Parcells, Pat Riley, Bill Cowher
All Time Sports Moment

Game 7 of the 1997 World Series; Edgar Renteria's RBI single in extra innings off of Charles Nagy to win the Marlins their first World Series.
Most Memorable Game Attended

UCF Knights vs. Texas Longhorns 2007; Opening of Brighthouse Stadium & near upset. Kevin Smith tearing up the Longhorn defense was a sight to see!
Most Unbreakable Sports Record
Ruth or Mays?

Mays. Gotta show love for the glove.
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan. No denying his pure talent.
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky. He was "The Great One" for a reason!
Pele or Maradona?

Pele...mainly because I don't follow soccer and don't have the faintest idea who Maradona is.
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?
Schumacher or Senna?
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

SEC, but only because C-USA isn't an option. Most verstatile offensive schemes...no longer a 100% run-heavy conference.

Latest Articles »

The Sunday After: UCF Vs. Southern Miss

09/13/2009

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UCF-Southern Miss: What To Watch

09/09/2009

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The Sunday After: UCF Vs. Samford

09/06/2009

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What To Watch for: UCF Vs. Samford

09/01/2009

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Robert Domaine said...

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Hello Jon, 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

92 days ago

Heartbeat of the Bronx said...

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The Yankees have put together an unbelievable streak of magical wins, but is Yankee Stadium and its short right field porch New York’s “magic wand?” Can sitting back and waiting for a solo HR really translate to October success?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/234903-yankees-late-inning-home-run-magic-simply-a-bronx-illusion

Thanks in advance! I would love to hear your feedback and comments. Take care.

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

105 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)

107 days ago

Craig Meyer said...

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http://bleacherreport.com/articles/230844-the-curious-case-of-sebastian-telfair-from-nyc-phenom-to-nba-bust

A look at the meteoric rise and fall of the man who was supposed to be the next great New York City hoopster. Feedback, as always, is appreciated.

112 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)

112 days ago

Tyler Lambert said...

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Hey, check out my latest artcle. This is my first article concerning the MLB, so please leave any feedback or comments that you can. I hope you "LIKE" it, Haha.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/227870-releasing-over-100-names-on-the-2003-list-could-be-best-for-mlb?just_published=1

117 days ago

Griffin Cooper said...

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Hey Jon,

Decided to start doing weekly MLB Power Rankings. If you get the chance, I'd like it if you took a look. Thanks.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/223096-major-league-baseball-power-rankings-a-shift-in-the-east

-Griffin

125 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)

128 days ago

Jon's Achievements & Awards (2) »

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Did Jim Leavitt REALLY Just Do That: An…

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