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THROWDOWN: Is The NFL Preseason Neccessary? (Week One)

The Sports Debate. A tradition old as the game itself. Whether it be at a bar, basement, or boardroom, guys have been arguing about sports forever...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 3 months ago 44 reads 0 comments
No More No.4-Play: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Brett Favre

First and foremost: As a life-long Bears fan, I won't lie, I listened to this upon hearing the news that Favre officially retired. (It's work-safe...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 4 months ago 49 reads 0 comments
Epic: Is Mark Buerhle Already One of The Best White Sox Pitchers Ever?

The first text came at 2:06 PM. "Buerhrle is on steroids." Having no love, respect, or tolerance for anyone who would besmirch the good name of anyone on the Sox, I immediately ran to the TV to see what was up...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 4 months ago 62 reads 0 comments
Building the Bulls: A Look at Chicago's Best (and Worst) Draft Picks

The Chicago Bulls and the NBA Draft are like that girl you dated Sophomore year. You had some great times together, but for the most part, you're happy you don't talk much anymore...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 5 months ago 477 reads 4 comments
The Great Chicago Rivalry: Cubs/White Sox and What It Means to Us

"Ernest, you're from Chicago. You know what it's like. Those three days in June and July just seem to have a special feel to them. The air smells different, the people act different, and your day becomes centered around that final score...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 5 months ago 429 reads 7 comments
Tuesdays With Kenny: My Letter to the White Sox GM

Kenny! The Ken-Sterrr. Misterrrr Keeennnyyyydyyyyyyy! What's good, homie? It's been awhile since we last talked. First off, I want to say that I'm not worried...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 5 months ago 98 reads 0 comments
Midwest Masscre: A Look at The Chicago/Detroit Rivalry

At a casual glance, The NHL Western Conference Finals look like a promising series. The young Blackhawks taking on the experienced Red Wings should make for some good hockey, right? Listen, champ; you don't understand how big this series is going to be..

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 6 months ago 116 reads 0 comments
Everything I Needed To Know In Life I Learned From Pro Wrestling

So I'm in the bookstore the other day, and I come across this book talking about how all of your life lessons were learned in kindergarten or some noise like that...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 6 months ago 164 reads 4 comments
Deeper Than Basketball: How the Bulls-Celtics Series Changed My Life

Let's stop and compose ourselves for a second. Take a couple of deep breaths. (Congrats to the Rockets for getting out of the first round, by the way) I need you to understand something. This is bigger than basketball...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 7 months ago 259 reads 11 comments
Sharp Dressed Men: The 10 Best Uniforms in Sports

They say clothes make the man. In pro sports, the uniform your team wears can strike fear in the heart of your rival, show a unity with your fanbase, or get you laughed out of town. This slideshow is a tribute to the best uni's out there...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 7 months ago 961 reads 13 comments
What Bias? A Completely Impartial Guide to the 2009 Chicago White Sox

*sings* "It's the most wonderrrful time of the yeaaarrrr!" Folks, it's no secret that I'm a big fan of baseball season. More specifically, I'm a fan of the Chicago White Sox...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 7 months ago 116 reads 1 comments
Diagnosis: Jay Cutler Fever (or, I Get By With a Little Help From My Friends)

Really, Jay Cutler? It wasn't enough to be the second-best thing to ever come out of Vanderbilt? (The #1 spot is reserved for Amy Grant. "Baby, Baby" is still my jam...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 8 months ago 339 reads 1 comments
Chicago Bulls' Playoff Chances: Head vs. Heart

Like Bruce Banner or Dr. Jekyll, we sports fans can have double personalities. On one side, there's the fan, who believes the impossible is possible, who will sit in minus three degree temperatures ...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 8 months ago 120 reads 1 comments
Your Official NCAA Tourney Preview From That Guy At Work Who Doesn't Watch Hoops

(Before I start, RIP to Norm Van Leir. A all-around classy guy and Chicago sports legend.) Let's face it: You can't buy a win in your office pool...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 9 months ago 103 reads 0 comments
A Beginner's Guide to Chicago Baseball: Survive if We Let You

We dip into the mailbag for today's article. "Ernest, I love the articles. I know you're a Chicago native, and due to work, I'm moving there in a few weeks. I love baseball, and am currently willing to declare my loyalty to one of Chicago's clubs...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 9 months ago 274 reads 13 comments
After the Love Is Gone: What to Do When Your Favorite Player Moves On

You're going to be OK. Before we go any further, I need you to know that. When one of your favorite players on your team leaves, it can be a tough time...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 9 months ago 144 reads 4 comments
Paving The Way: A Salute To Lesser-Known Black Sports Heroes (1 Of 3)

With this being Black History Month, I want to take this podium and spotlight and shine it on some lesser-known titans of sport. These men/women had a tremendous impact on modern sports, but you may have never heard their name(s) until now...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 9 months ago 70 reads 2 comments
The Art of Storming the Court in College Basketball

I got home in time today to see No. 5 Duke eat it against Boston College in hoops today. While I personally love when the Dookies lose, I couldn't help but notice the piss-poor event that took place at the end of regulation...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 9 months ago 376 reads 12 comments
My Loves, My Teams

Hey there, everyone! I decided to wait until Valentine's Day to write my first article. It's no secret that sports teams hold a special place in the hearts of many people—and I am no exception...

Written by Ernest Wilkins about 9 months ago 119 reads 2 comments

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Ernest Wilkins Article Archive

THROWDOWN: Is The NFL Preseason Neccessary? (Week One)

No More No.4-Play: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Brett Favre

Epic: Is Mark Buerhle Already One of The Best White Sox Pitchers Ever?

Building the Bulls: A Look at Chicago's Best (and Worst) Draft Picks

The Great Chicago Rivalry: Cubs/White Sox and What It Means to Us

Tuesdays With Kenny: My Letter to the White Sox GM

Midwest Masscre: A Look at The Chicago/Detroit Rivalry

Everything I Needed To Know In Life I Learned From Pro Wrestling

Deeper Than Basketball: How the Bulls-Celtics Series Changed My Life

Sharp Dressed Men: The 10 Best Uniforms in Sports

What Bias? A Completely Impartial Guide to the 2009 Chicago White Sox

Diagnosis: Jay Cutler Fever (or, I Get By With a Little Help From My Friends)

Chicago Bulls' Playoff Chances: Head vs. Heart

Your Official NCAA Tourney Preview From That Guy At Work Who Doesn't Watch Hoops

A Beginner's Guide to Chicago Baseball: Survive if We Let You

After the Love Is Gone: What to Do When Your Favorite Player Moves On

Paving The Way: A Salute To Lesser-Known Black Sports Heroes (1 Of 3)

The Art of Storming the Court in College Basketball

My Loves, My Teams

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