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I'm an avid Philadelphia sports fan who's always had an interest in writing. I figured this was a good place to start... I'm 3 years out of college and still barely making ends meet, but we all know that money isn't crucial to happiness. Watching sports is.

I am afflicted with a healthy addiction to hockey. The Flyers come first, but overall I am a hockey fan. If there's a game on, I'll try to catch it. If there's a game in the area, I'll try to go see it. This past season I went to 20 AHL games in three different cities, as well as two Flyers games (they're too expensive to afford more).

Baseball comes a close second to hockey. I also enjoy football, but the off season is waaaaaaaay too long. NASCAR used to be good, but now it is watered down boring garbage, and yet I still watch it like an idiot. Occasionally I'll watch basketball, but I still can't sit and watch a whole game without getting a little bored. March Madness is of course the exception.

My only real regret is that organized Baseketball hasn't caught on...yet.

I share a birthday with Tiger Woods, Lebron James, Ben Johnson, Sandy Koufax, and unfortunately Rob Scuderi and Kerri Collins.

As a Philadelphia fan, I have experienced my share of heartbreak. But even in losing, I still know my team is better than yours, and I will defend myself accordingly. Don't bother trying to tell me a new joke about my team's shortcomings, because I guarantee you I've heard them all already, and have a pre-packaged a witty comeback waiting for you.

Until recently I had never known the joy of a major four professional sports championship in my 25 years of existence. That changed on October 29th, 2008. Thank you, Phillies!

I have no formal training in journalism or broadcasting or anything like that. I work in television, but on the technical side, not on the air. That doesn't matter, though, because there are plenty of credibly credentialed writers out there that churn out nothing but trash, and just the same there are plenty of amateurs that can make the pros look silly.

My passion fuels my writing, and as a result my biases will almost always show through. I also admittedly let my emotions get the best of me, and I will probably at one point say something you think is offensive. My apologies in advance. I think raw emotion is what a site like this should be all about. If you can't put your own personal stamp on an article, it's not really yours. I'm not real big on research either. If I wanted to do that, I'd go back to school.

Steve's Recent Articles

PHOENIX - JULY 28: Relief pitcher Brad Lidge #54 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the major league baseball game at Chase Field on July 28, 2009 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Phillies defeated the Diamondbacks 4-3. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Should Brad Lidge Still Be the Philadelphia Phillies Closer?

Published 3 months ago
238 reads 2 comments

DETROIT - JUNE 12: Brad Stuart #23, second from left, and Nicklas Lidstrom #5 of the Detroit Red Wings look on dejectedly after Game Seven of the 2009 NHL Stanley Cup Finals against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Joe Louis Arena on June 12, 2009 in Detroit, Michigan. The Penguins defeated the Red Wings 2-1 in the seventh game to win the Stanley Cup Finals series 4 games to 3. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

The 10 Most Tortured Hockey Franchises in Recent Memory

Published 4 months ago
3,207 reads 30 comments

NEW YORK - JUNE 10: Francisco Rodriguez #75 of the New York Mets reacts after retiring the side against the Philadelphia Phillies during their game on June 10, 2009 at Citi Field in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Phillies Prevail in Extras Again; Mets May Shake Up Bullpen

Published 5 months ago
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ROSEMONT, IL - DECEMBER 14: Billy Tibbetts #14 of the Chicago Wolves skates against the San Antonio Rampage at Allstate Arena on December 14, 2005 in Rosemont, Illinois. The Wolves won 4-1. (Photo by Ross Dettman/Getty Images)

Here's Hoping Ray Emery Isn't the Next Billy Tibbetts

Published 5 months ago
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Steve Writes About

Steve Prudente commented on MLB Got the World Series it Wanted, But I Didn't
John Richards responded to a comment on Wildcat In The NFL: Here To Stay Or Doomed To Fail?
John Richards responded to a comment on Wildcat In The NFL: Here To Stay Or Doomed To Fail?
Geoff Crawley responded to a comment on Sean Landeta Irate That Eagles Let Michael Vick Wear Number Seven
Geoff Crawley responded to a comment on With Brett Myers Returning Soon, a Dear Brad Conversation with Lidge

The Short List What Steve thinks about sport's most pressing questions

Favorite Athletes

I told myself I'm not allowed to have favorite athletes anymore so I don't have to deal with another Brian Dawkins. We miss you already!
Favorite Sports Teams

Flyers, Phillies, Eagles, Phantoms, Sixers, Soul
Favorite Coaches

Fred Shero, Buddy Ryan, Mike Ditka and anyone else that can produce a good tirade
All Time Sports Moment

Brad Lidge striking out Eric Hinske to win the World Series!!!
Most Memorable Game Attended

Flyers/Capitals Game 3 2008 Eastern Conference Quarterfinals, the game Mike Richards scored on a penalty shot
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

The Flyers' 35-game unbeaten streak, Cy Young's career win total, Gretzky's 92 goals in a season
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth. Mays never had a candy bar named after him.
Unitas or Montana?

Montana.
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan by a landslide.
Gretzky or Orr?

Is this even a debate? Gretzky. There is no Gretzky/Lemieux debate either...Gretzky was/is the greatest hockey player ever.
Pele or Maradona?

Soccer is boring.
Federer or Sampras?

So is tennis.
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger...the whole birthday thing.
Petty or Earnhardt?

Petty
Schumacher or Senna?

Schumacher, though I was never really big into Formula 1...
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Pretty much anything but the Big 10

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by Matt
8 days ago

The World Series has me losing my freaking mind! http://bleacherreport.com/articles/283914-a-rant-from-a-yankees-fan
by Patrick
14 days ago

Is Craig Anderson really all that he's cracked up to be? Find out in my latest article and please feel free to leave feedback!

Thanks,
Patrick

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/280125-is-this-guy-for-real-craig-andersons-miraculous-month-of-october
by MJ
about 1 month ago

Dang, bro—wish I could get there! Funny about Sharks and ice, 'cause it seems THESE Sharks can't stand it when it gets warm since they die every May! But in the regular season, you have no chance!

I am less excited about hockey than I am about football, being a Packers fan with all the promise of the Green & Gold this year. I probably won't concentrate as much on hockey until that's done, and even then I will be wary of the Sharks breakin' my heart again.

In the meantime, since y'all were dirty BEFORE you added the game's biggest (and most talented) thug, I have all the more reason to root against you!
by Patrick
2 months ago

I'm back on hockey!

Please take a look at my latest article documenting Tim Thomas' rise from nothing to become one of the NHL's premier goaltenders when you get a free moment.

Thanks,
Patrick

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/250000-the-peoples-champion-tim-thomas-and-his-rigid-road-to-sucess
by Matt
2 months ago

My NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 1- http://bleacherreport.com/articles/249801-mcs-nfl-power-rankings-pre-week-1
by Patrick
2 months ago

Why are some NFL players mad at Madden? Find out in my latest article when you get a free moment.

Thanks,
Patrick

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/247249-i-aint-no-slowpoke-why-some-nfl-players-are-mad-at-madden
by Robert
2 months ago

Hello Steve, here is the follow up article on George Martin. I would appreciate it if you would take a look at it and leave your support in the comment area. Feel free to pass it around. Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244249-give-george-martin-a-key-to-nyc
by Matt
2 months ago

Steve, do you remember the last great Baseball movie to come out? It feels like awhile huh? I just saw the next great one last night. It's called 'Sugar', it comes out on DVD Tuesday and here is my review of it- http://bleacherreport.com/articles/243227-sugar-small-but-sweet-an-excellent-non-traditional-baseball-movie

Let me know what you think if you get a chance, if not no worries.
by Patrick
2 months ago

Is the Wildcat here to stay or doomed to fail in the NFL? Check out and feel free to comment on my latest article whenever you get a moment, thanks a lot.

Patrick

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/240072-the-wildcat-here-to-stay-or-doomed-to-obsolescence
by Robert
2 months ago

Hello Steve, 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
by Geoff
2 months ago

Screw Jaws, where's the outrage for Sean Landeta?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/239155-sean-landeta-irate-that-eagles-let-michael-vick-wear-number-seven
by Geoff
3 months ago

Brad Lidge, thanks for playing, we have some lovely parting gifts for you...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/235516-with-brett-myers-returning-soon-a-dear-brad-conversation-with-lidge
by J.C.
3 months ago

Greetings baseball fans -

Have a couple of new selections on Dodger baseball out of the oven and ready for you to sample. Hope you will be able to drop by for a look see:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/233055-jcs-dodger-line-drives-aug-8-dodger-bats-leaves-kershaw-hanging

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/232599-jcs-dodger-dugout-whispers-will-there-be-la-san-francisco-fireworks
by Patrick
3 months ago

Are sports heroes really dead? Find out in my latest article whenever you get a moment. Thanks.

Patrick

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/232245-no-more-heroes-whatever-happened-to-just-plain-amazing
by J.C.
3 months ago

I've just finished my take on the latest drippings from the steroid list, if you care to take a gander:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/227817-thoughts-and-observations-on-the-new-leaks-off-baseballs-steroid-list

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