Jan 29, 2005 | Andy
It’s SuperBowl Season, which means it’s halfway through the NBA Season. Which means it’s time to completely ignore all the fun and the hype of the NFL Championship Game, and spend a few minutes going around the NBA… So far this season, only one...
Jan 29, 2005 | Andy
And so, barring any last minute freak out by O’s deranged owner Peter Angelos, or a sneezing fit during his physical, Sammy Sosa is no longer a Cub. In a move being celebrated by those who grew to hate him, the Cubs have agreed to send Sammy to Baltimore in...
Jan 27, 2005 | Andy
Illinois won Tuesday. Duke lost Wednesday. As did Iowa, Missouri, and Indiana. That makes for an enjoyable 24 hours or so of college basketball bliss for me. Maryland played good enough defense to frustrate the Blue Devils, and even some horrific officiating towards...
Jan 26, 2005 | Andy
Honestly, I haven’t heard this much talk about streaks since our school bus hydroplaned right after a chili supper. (I have no idea what that means.) But while one lived on last night. Two are in the ether. Illinois ran their current winning streak to 20 games,...
Jan 26, 2005 | Andy
If I’m an Illini’ fan… I’m getting increasingly nervous every time I hear someone drop the 2003-4 St. Joseph’s label on my team. Nervous, not confident (see: “When You’re On Top”). It took an abysmal 41% free throw...
Jan 26, 2005 | Andy
When you’re on top The Wallflowers I need a bed That nobody’s slept in I need some air Nobody’s been breathing I need a thought That I can believe in Is this fog Or is the building really burning I need you Much more than ever I’m making new...