Josh B's Sportswriter Profile

Josh B joined September 2008

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About Josh »

November 4, 2009: I'm back on BR after a three month hiatus. At first I left because I didn't like what this website was becoming. I decided to come back a while ago, but I didn't have the time because of college apps. As for the first reason, I figured it wasn't the website's problem, but it was certain comments I found on many articles that drove me away. This was a great website when I started and I want it to stay that way, so the best way to make this website better is to be a positive contributor. And that applies to anyone.

I'm 17 and I'm currently the sports editor of an award winning high school newspaper. Ten years ago, Amalie Benjamin was the sports editor of the same paper. Now she's the beat writer for the Red Sox on the Boston Globe, so hopefully I have something going for me. I know I'm pretty young, but if you use my age against me in an argument, it shows your immaturity, not mine.

Basketball is my favorite sport, both college and pro. Baseball is a really close second. I also love the NFL and I've recently been getting into soccer, but I probably won't write about it much. Favorite teams are in the short list.

I'm also writing for a blog called "Celtics 17." It's run by another BR member, Graham Brunell, and many other BR writers are involved with it. It's a great blog for timely information, rumors, and opinions about the Celtics and the NBA. I think any basketball fan would enjoy it.

Here's an article that makes me look smart: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/140165-cleveland-state-vikings-why-they-could-ruin-your-bracket

Here's an article that makes me look stupid: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/95271-why-mark-teixeira-will-sign-with-the-angels

Here's my funniest article: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/138829-why-tom-brady-may-be-the-worst-quarterback-in-the-nfl-humor

Here's my most controversial article: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/187016-michael-jordan-is-not-the-greatest-player-in-nba-history

Here's the article that I'm most proud of: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/154017-a-tribute-to-all-the-athletes-who-died-young

The Shortlist »

Favorite Athletes

Dikembe Mutombo, Vince Wilfork, Tim Wakefield, Delonte West, Rajon Rondo, James Posey, Dwight Howard, Yao Ming, Tim Duncan, Ron Artest, Shane Battier, CC Sabathia, Tim Lincecum, Randy Johnson
Favorite Sports Teams

In order: BC Basketball, Celtics, Red Sox, Patriots, USA Soccer, BC Football, BC Hockey
Favorite Coaches

Bill Belichick, Terry Francona, Doc Rivers, Greg Popovich, Larry Brown, Tony La Russa, Joe Torre
All Time Sports Moment

Super Bowl XXXVI, final drive
Most Memorable Game Attended

Red Sox game in 2006. David Ortiz hits a walkoff home run.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Cy Young's wins.
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth. Got on base more, hit for more power, practically invented the longball, and he could pitch.
Unitas or Montana?

Unitas. You have to wonder about the role of quarterbacks if it weren't for Unitas's innovation.
Jordan or Russell?

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is first. 2nd is Jordan, 3rd is Wilt, 4th is Russell.
Gretzky or Orr?
Pele or Maradona?
Federer or Sampras?
Tiger or Nicklaus?
Petty or Earnhardt?
Schumacher or Senna?
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Latest Articles »

Forever Young: Failing Rebuilding Teams Can Learn From the Blazers

11/04/2009

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Mike Scioscia: The Best Manager in Baseball

07/29/2009

363 reads 27 comments 2 likes

What Other Numbers Should The Red Sox Retire?

07/28/2009

161 reads 3 comments 0 likes

Red Sox, Take Chris Snyder Over Victor Martinez

07/25/2009

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Henry Ball said...

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My first basketball article, let me know what you think!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/289106-trent-johnsons-lsu-tigers-look-to-bright-future-what-about-this-year

Thanks!

9 days ago

Paul Seaver said...

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Hey Josh:

College basketball season is finally here, here is a look at the key games that are coming up in the first week:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/286498-what-to-watch-for-college-basketballs-opening-week

13 days ago

Shady Botros said...

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hey,
with LeBron entering the Garden tonight, i take a prevew into LeBron James's future and why staying in Cleveland may not be the best option. check it out.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/285637-every-king-needs-a-castle-why-lebron-shouldnt-stay-in-cleveland

15 days ago

Keith Schlosser said...

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It's time to prepare the throne, the King has arrived in New York! Lebron James is set to make his only appearance this season at Madison Square Garden against the Knicks. Take a look.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/285453-prepare-the-throne-the-king-is-here-lebron-james-pays-visit-to-knicks

15 days ago

Glenn Card said...

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I thought the pot needed stirring.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284116-the-king-is-dead-long-live-the-patriots

17 days ago

Robert Domaine said...

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Hello Buddy, take a look at this important article. It will most likely be my last on bleacher report. Feel free to pass it around. Thank you very much and God Bless!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/283900-you-are-not-a-unique-snowflake

18 days ago

Shady Botros said...

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western confrence's top 8 teams, this is what hte playoffs will look like in my opinion. check it out.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/279828-2009-10-western-confrence-playoff-picture

25 days ago

Shady Botros said...

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2009-10 eastern confrence mega preview, breaking down every team in the east, don't be scared by the article length.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/277665-2009-10-nba-eastern-confrence-preview

28 days ago

Keith Schlosser said...

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Could the Knicks' 2010 fate be in the hands of Eddy Curry?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/275202-with-2010-looming-for-the-knicks-the-time-is-now-for-eddy-curry

32 days ago

Shady Botros said...

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this guy is the best offseason signing in baseball.let me know waht you think.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/269632-is-bobby-abreu-the-best-offseason-signing

42 days ago

Glenn Card said...

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I got voted off the island for this round in the series.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/269178-nfl-week-five-picks-from-new-england-patriots-fans-perpective

43 days ago

Jake D'Agostino said...

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Hey Josh,

Check out my article on the career of former nfl defensive end Kenechi Udeze if you can.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/266247-kenechi-udeze-a-warrior-in-every-sense-of-the-word

I appreciate it man!

48 days ago

Glenn Card said...

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Week 4 picks are out.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/265008-nfl-week-four-picks-from-new-england-patriots-fans-perspective

51 days ago

Glenn Card said...

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All names were changed to protect the innocent. = -}
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/259574-im-heramtile-and-planning-a-patriots-fan-counter-intervention

59 days ago

Glenn Card said...

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TR just posted our NFL week 2 picks.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/257126-nfl-week-two-picks-from-new-england-patriots-fans-perspective

64 days ago