Bob Warja joined November 2007

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Bob Warja

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I am the Chicago Cubs community leader, and a featured columnist for the Cubs and Bears. I have written more than 500 articles, maintained the #1 ranking of MLB writers for a year, and have been listed among the front page top writers as well, which is humbling considering all the terrific writers on this site. Speaking of which, if you get a chance, check out Ryan Alberti, he is an amazing writer.

I should also note that I've recently discovered verbs, which has really brightened up my articles!

On a personal note, I have three kids, one of each. If you want to know more about me, Bleacher Report colleague Sam Wenk was kind enough to do a brief profile on me for B/R:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/30048-bleacher-report-exclusive-meet-cubs-senior-writer-bob-warja

Drop me a line on my Bulletin Board below, or via my personal e-mail: rememberthecoop@yahoo.com if you have questions or need any help.

The Shortlist »

  • Favorite Athletes

    I appreciate solid play, guts and determination like anyone, but I'm not into player worship these days. I must admit that over the years, I've been a fan of MJ, Larry Bird, Greg Maddux, Jim McMahon, Walter Payton, Rick Sutcliffe, Kerry Wood, Wilt Chamberlain, Muhammid Ali, Ryne Sandberg, Billy Williams, Tony Esposito, Bobby Hull, Stan Mikita, Keith Magnuson and Jack Nicklaus..

  • Favorite Sports Teams

    Cubs, Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls (in that order). On the peripheral: Cowboys, Red Sox, Florida Gators, Fightin' Illini.

  • Favorite Coaches

    Phil Jackson & "Da Coach" Mike Ditka

  • All Time Sports Moment

    The Chicago Bears Super Bowl season of 1985. Every where you went in Chicago, the Super Bowl Shuffle was playing. Never got tired of it.

  • Most Memorable Game Attended

    Believe it or not, it was a Chicago Cougars hockey game when Bobby Hull came back to Chicago and scored a hat trick. I got his autograph.

  • Most Unbreakable Sports Record

    Most victories & complete games, Cy Young. These records can never be broken because of five-man rotations and the evolution of the bullpen. Also, number of steroids injected into Barry Bonds, although A-Rod is giving him a run for his money.

  • Ruth or Mays?

    Ruth - he was a great pitcher in addition to a great hitter, despite being drunk most of the time

  • Unitas or Montana?

    Montana. I don't remember much of Unitas. Then again, I don't remember much of last night.

  • Jordan or Russell?

    MJ, although Jane did have a nice rack, come to think of it...

  • Gretzky or Orr?

    The Great One. Orr redefined his position; Gretzky redefined the sport. I would actually rank Gordie Howe second all-time.

  • Pele or Maradona?

    Pele. Besides, that Maradona chick is an overrated singer in my opinion.

  • Federer or Sampras?

    Neither one looks good in a short skirt.

  • Tiger or Nicklaus?

    Tiger will be the greatest of all-time, but my heart says Jack & Arnie all day.

  • Petty or Earnhardt?

    Tom Petty.

  • Schumacher or Senna?

    Let me get back to you on this one

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

    Living in the Midwest, I have to say the Big 10

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    former bearsfan commented on Come to Think of It: Top Ten Chicago Bears Players of All-Time

    The Bears have been around too long to put ten guys on a team.

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    Hey Bob,

    The BBWAA displayed criminal ineptitude in the NL Cy Young vote. Check out the article, if you get the chance:

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/294363-the-fall-of-the-republic-nl-cy-young-voting-shows-bbwaas-incompetence

    1 day ago

    Ross Maghielse said...

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    Bob,

    I did add Chicago to your headline. Even though it is clearly understood that you are talking about the Bears and are listed as a Bears featured columnist; online articles get better search results when more "searchable" words are used in the headline. Chicago is a very "searchable" word. I didn't mention it in the summary edits because I most have forgot I put it there. From what I remember, the article content was very good and no edits were needed for that.

    1 day ago

    Hotnuke said...

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    Bob,

    Can’t a ‘Phins fan dream a little?

    Check out my preview to the Miami Dolphins upcoming contest against the Carolina Panthers this Thursday night to find out why I’m dreaming some nice little dreams. Let me know if those dreams are realistic, or simply comment on the writing…lol

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/293058-miami-carolina-you-may-say-im-a-dreamer-but-dolphins-eat-panthers

    Thanks,

    Daniel Barber aka Hotnuke

    3 days ago

    Lewie Pollis said...

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    Hey Bob,

    I think you'll like my latest article:

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/292981-cleveland-indians-to-reacquire-milton-bradley

    3 days ago

    JW Nix said...

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    tell me your thoughts :

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/292018-time-to-stop-pandering-to-quarterbacks-and-suspend-brady-quinn

    4 days ago

    Alex Johnson said...

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    Pats/Colts, Brady vs. Manning, a possible NFC upset and much much more in Week 10!!!

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/290840-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-ten/show_full

    6 days ago

    Hayley-L Graham said...

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    Good morning Bob! I'd like to refer you to a piece that was written by Juan which I think could serve as a good tool for younger writers.

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/290739-quality-over-quantity-some-tips-for-aspiring-writers?just_published=1

    6 days ago

    Ash Marshall said...

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    Hey Bob,

    I'm writing articles on the MLB 9s and thought you'd be interested in the Chicago Cubs' piece, similar in a way to your top 10.

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/289455-mlb-9s-chicago-cubs-are-ernie-banks-and-hack-wilson-the-best-ever

    Let me know what you think.

    Cheers,

    Ash

    8 days ago

    Cliff Eastham said...

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    Hey Bob,

    Do you think the Gold Glove goes to the best Defensive Players in MLB? Check this out if you have the time. Thanks

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/288801-is-the-gold-glove-award-given-to-the-best-defensive-players-in-mlb

    9 days ago

    Joel Reuter said...

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    After taking a few months off while I got settled at my new college, I am happy to be writing for B/R again. Here is my first in a series on the Top MLB players at each position of the 2000's...this one is catchers, take a look when you get a chance.

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/287430-the-top-15-catchers-of-the-2000s

    Thanks,
    Joel

    11 days ago

    Rachel Estabrook said...

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    thanks for your comment. i appreciate that compared to other stuff on the site, the photo you posted is not that outrageous. that being said, i really don't like the other photos that are posted, either, and i find it very frustrating that pictures like that are relied upon to drive up traffic. ultimately, i think you're best off using your own judgement about what is appropriate, and not relying on the other writers. just my two cents...

    12 days ago

    JW Nix said...

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    here is a story of another NFL Legend who has yet to get his deserved respect :

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/286573-crazy-canton-cuts-ed-meador

    13 days ago

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