I would love your thoughts on the Spurs' offseason.

You still think the "reign of brilliance is over?"

I had no idea the team could upgrade as quickly or as thoroughly as it has. Jefferson, a superb defender, deadly scorer and all-around athlete, for three bit role players--also the oldest guys on the team; Dejuan Blair as one of the steals in the draft; Antonio McDyess, 35, but as smart and effective as most starting big guys, plus a low-risk acquisition in Marcus Haislip (only 28 and still brimming with athleticism)...

And, a few youngsters from the Summer League which a chance to be impact, rotation players.

The squad's average age has dropped from nearly 30 to 27.5 in a mater of weeks (that's without Blair factored in), and the Spurs now have the best talent at positions 1-4 in the league.

Your thoughts?

Hi Kent-
Thought you would like this one.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/208602-10-players-who-barely-made-it-to-the-hall-of-fame

Hey,

It’s been a very long time since I have extended an article of mine to the Bulletin Boards of my friends/fans, but this one is filled with the true venom and passion of a frustrated Yankees fan. The days of consistent success are over, and this baseball lifer is blaming Brian Cashman. Read how he has displayed the baseball knowledge of a little leaguer in assembling Yankee teams of the last 7 years.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/207148-yankees-gm-brian-cashman-nothing-more-than-an-infinite-checking-account

I would love to hear your feedback on this one. Thanks everyone!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

Hey,

Read about a metaphoric but also personalized tale about a cocky Yankees fan realizing the harsh realities and lessons of professional athletics. I would love to hear your opinions.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/197918-the-curse-of-a-cocky-undergrad-how-the-2004-alcs-changed-his-demeanor

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

Kent-
Here's my latest, a case for Albert Pujols as the greatest of all time. Please give it a read and let me know what you think. Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/197601-albert-pujols-is-the-greatest-of-all-time

Hey,

The Yankees have been putrid against Boston this year, especially over a 3-game sweep in Fenway Park. They are returning to the scene of the crime tonight, and this slideshow highlights 5 major reasons why this time around could be very different:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/195593-yankees-turn-the-page-top-5-reasons-this-trip-to-fenway-wont-be-dj-vu

I would love to hear your feedback and input, and I look forward to talking to you soon. Thanks in advance!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

Kent-
When you have a minute, check out my latest slide show about upcoming milestones we should be seeing this season.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/190502-nine-baseball-milestones-on-the-horizon

It appears as though Nick Swisher’s Yankees honeymoon is coming to a close, and is being replaced with married life. Smiles are quickly transitioning into expressions of concern. Read about how bad it has gotten for Swish in the Bronx.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/185125-nick-swishers-yankees-honeymoon-quickly-turns-into-married-life

Thanks in advance!

-Stephen (Heartbeat of the Bronx)

Kent-
I am really pleased with the reaction to this article I wrote last night, just to blow off steam from a long day at work. I didn't really pimp it at all, but since it's gotten a good response I thought I would push a bit. Take a look if you have time today. Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/181054-the-best-retired-numbers-in-baseball-1-9