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I have been an editor for several community newspapers in the greater Raleigh area since the mid-1990s, and I was a sports editor at a daily in the area for years prior to that. Between 1998 and 2007, I wrote a sports column every week for some of the papers I worked for. Not doing much in sports these days, but still wish I was.

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SAN DIEGO, CA- APRIL 3: Starting Pitcher Stephen Strasburg #37 of the San Diego State Aztecs throws from the mound against the UC Davis Aggies during their game on April 3, 2009 at Petco Park in San Diego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)

The Strasburg Rule: Why MLB Teams Should Be Allowed To Trade Draft Picks

Published 3 months ago
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1984: Pete Rose #14 of the Montreal Expos looks on during batting practice proir to a game of the 1984 MLB season. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Pete Rose Can Be Reinstated, but He Can Never Get Back Respect

Published 3 months ago
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SEATTLE - MAY 22: Randy Johnson #51 of the San Francisco Giants pitches during the game against the Seattle Mariners on May 22, 2009 in Seattle, Washington. The Mariners defeated the Giants 2-1 in twelve innings. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

Randy Johnson is the Newest Member Of The 300 Club, But Not The Last

Published 5 months ago
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 6: Pitcher Cliff Lee #31 of the Cleveland Indians throws against the Texas Rangers during the home opener at Rangers Ballpark April 6, 2009 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Strength of Schedule Matters in Baseball, Too

Published 5 months ago
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Anthony Emerson responded to a comment on The Jeremy Hermida Trade to the Red Sox Is Better Than You Think for Boston
Anthony Emerson responded to a comment on The Jeremy Hermida Trade to the Red Sox Is Better Than You Think for Boston
Nick Poust responded to a comment on Let the Offseason Begin: Boston Red Sox Steal Hermida from Florida Marlins
Nick Poust responded to a comment on Let the Offseason Begin: Boston Red Sox Steal Hermida from Florida Marlins

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Favorite Sports Teams

Tennessee Vols, Boston Red Sox
Favorite Coaches

Bruce Pearl, Pat Summitt, Phil Fulmer
All Time Sports Moment

Miracle On Ice, 1980.
Most Memorable Game Attended

Tennessee at Notre Dame football, 1991. Down 31-7 just before half, UT rallies to win 35-34.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Cy Young and his 511 career victories. Untouchable in the modern game.
Ruth or Mays?

The Babe. He hit 714 homers AND went 94-46 as a pitcher. Top that.
Unitas or Montana?

Johnny U, but I'd take Otto Graham over both.
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Sampras. Federer doesn't have to beat Andre Agassi every week.
Tiger or Nicklaus?

The Golden Bear. Tiger doesn't have to beat anybody most weeks.
Petty or Earnhardt?

Petty
Schumacher or Senna?

Senna. The greatest race driver who ever lived. I'll never forget Donington '93. RIP.
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

SEC, of course.

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by JW
about 2 hours ago

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
by Keith
24 days ago

In wake of the ALCS, please check out my interview with the former Yankee and Angel, the truly inspirational, Jim Abbott!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272194-inspirational-words-from-former-yank-and-angel
by Cody
27 days ago

Brad Lidge, Brian Fuentes, Jonathan Broxton, and Mariano Rivera got it done.

Huston Street, Jonathan Papelbon, Ryan Franklin, and Joe Nathan did not.

The first four will be playing in the next round. The last four will not.

I think that's proof just how important closers are to their respective teams in the playoffs...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/271105-reviewing-the-importance-of-playoff-closers-pt-2
by Cody
about 1 month ago

You know what... do teams really need a great closer to win the World Series?

Yes. Unfortunately for my Phillies...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/267053-does-a-team-really-need-a-dominant-closer-to-win-the-world-series
by Cliff
about 1 month ago

Hi John
What is baseball to you? See what my memories reveal, if you get a chance. Thanks, Cliff

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/262741-what-is-baseball-a-recollection-of-memories
by Blaine
about 1 month ago

Happy Birthday "Ironhead" where ever you are!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/261862-craig-heyward-a-man-called-ironhead
by Goon
about 1 month ago

The NY Yankees and the media are trying to manipulate you.

Yankee propaganda must be exposed as lies and crushed before it can spread any further.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/261540-exposing-the-ny-yankee-propaganda-machine
by Cliff
about 1 month ago

Hey John,

It's end of the season time, and I have decided to grade the Reds players. Do you agree or disagree?
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/261244-cincinnati-reds-report-cards-joey-votto
by Adrian Staehle
about 1 month ago

There are 73 numbers that need to be filled be apart of my proect if you would like.

Project 99 launches tomorrow!!!!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/259809-adrian-presents-project-99-final-update73-numbers-left-get-yours
by Dan
about 1 month ago

Jimmy Clausen has been the best quarterback in the past 240 minutes of college football. Will he be invited to New York this year, or will the Tebow's of the nation get their pre-reserved seats?

Don't be shy.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/258974-the-unspoken-heisman-candidate-america-meet-james-richard-clausen/poll_results#poll
by Ari
about 1 month ago

Hey,
I don't usually post articles on people's boards, but I don't know if this slideshow will get views unless I share it with people. If you have time, check this out. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/257298-rosh-hashanah-sports-figures-who-have-should-take-some-time-to-repent
Thanks, I appreciate it.
Ari
by Cliff
about 1 month ago

Hi John
A few days ago Buck Showalter of ESPN revealed his plan for realigning MLB. I analyze it and critique it. I would very much like your opinion.
Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/251732-showalters-mlb-alignment-provide-answers-or-present-questions
by Alec
2 months ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/249923-just-a-look-ahead-2010-mlb-hall-of-fame-class-new-faces

Hey man,

A look at the 2010 HOF, when you get a chance take a look at it.

Let me know if you like it.

Thanks

Alec
by Cliff
2 months ago

Hi John
I think MLB needs to revamp their structure and their schedule. What do you think?
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244633-mlb-if-its-broke-fix-it
by Dan
2 months ago

The great debate continues, and I share my opinion on it in my latest piece. I'd also like to hear your opinion so don't be shy!

The full explanation for why college football is better than the NFL: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/243617-saturdays-vs-sundays-why-college-football-is-better-than-the-nfl

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Pete Rose Can Be Reinstated, but He Can Never Get Back Respect

Randy Johnson is the Newest Member Of The 300 Club, But Not The Last

Strength of Schedule Matters in Baseball, Too

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