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Please excuse the lack of posts today as you see, Luigi as well as myself just recorded our second podcast. And it's terrible. But not horrible, which it was last time. So yes, there's an improvement. We mumbled a lot less, we spoke in complete sentences and we were even partially coherent.
Currently, Luigi is trying to figure out how to post the podcast directly onto THIS site instead of onto my Tumblr, which nobody follows (not even me). He says it's easy. Which means he could do it now but he'd rather not do it ever.
Anyway, I'd like to talk about sports on this podcast but Luigi knows less than nothing about sports. Seriously. I could mention baseball off-the-cuff and he would completely go cross-eyed. We need some sort of special guest. Someone who could actually hold a intelligent conversation about March Madness or baseball in general. I'll look into it.
I'll be back with regular posts tomorrow and hopefully the podcast itself. Until next time.
Now or Never!
In about 15 minutes, the Seton Hall Pirates (my alma mater) will take on Notre Dame in the 2nd round of the Big East Tournament in which has become essentially a elimination game. Winner moves on to the quarters of the Big East Tournament and solidifies their spot in the NCAA Tournament. Seton Hall defeated Notre Dame earlier in the year 90-87. The game is on ESPN. WATCH IT!
Talent vs. Character
Recently, the New York Jets traded draft picks with the San Diego Chargers for their extremely talented cornerback, Antonio Cromartie. One of the reasons San Diego parted ways with Cromartie was because of his off-the-field issues.
In case you hadn't heard, let me refresh your memory. He has, get this, seven children from six different women in five different states. I don't think I've BEEN to five different states in my life. This guy has planted his seed in five. Not to mention, he's only 25 years old. And currently, he's been named in five paternity suits in the past two years. In short, he's denying at least five of his children. Classy.
When the Jets acquired Cromartie, they fronted him $500,000 to take care of said suits.
So the question remains, would you sacrifice the the "character" of your team in an effort to improve on the field? Now granted, Cromartie did not commit a crime (yet) and isn't exactly a bad guy. He's just stupid. But where do you draw the line as to who you will get to acquire talent?
Listening to sports talk radio in New York, it seems that Jet fans are split 50-50 regarding the trade. On the one hand, some believe that getting Cromartie vastly improves the Jets secondary and he bookends nicely with All-Pro cornerback Darrelle Revis (no children). Although they don't condone his behavior, talent is talent and it shouldn't be a problem if it doesn't affect his performance.
The opposition feels much differently. They feel that the Jets are a class organization and bringing on Cromartie compromises the character of the franchise and his talent does not make up for that.
Each side makes fine points. But personally, I agree with the former. Look, it's clear that Mr. Cromartie has a vendetta against all types of birth control and has become the deadbeat dad version of Johnny Appleseed, but many have done far worse. The Jets acquired him to cover wide receivers, not mentor inner-city kids. It's not as if his children take up seven more roster spots.
People need to stop acting holier-than-thou when it comes to their favorite teams. In the end, Cromartie is just an idiot. Someone who didn't think past his dick's needs. But just remember this, if he picks off Tom Brady in Week Whatever to win the game, all will be forgiven. Fans care about wins. Not character.
Waffle Breakfast Sandwich
We're creative, we Americans. I just saw the commercial for Dunkin' Donuts new "food stuff", the Waffle Breakfast Sandwich. It's an over-toasted sandwich which includes scrambled eggs, bacon, and American cheese between two maple-infused waffles. Now apparently this monstrosity was featured on Dunkin' Donuts menu last summer and is back by popular demand. This, I was unaware of. All that aside, this sandwich shows the frightening creativity of the fat American mind.
JUST LOOK AT IT!
We've seen something similar to this in the McGriddle by McDonalds. It's essentially the same sandwich but with pancakes instead of waffles.
I myself try to start every morning with two eggs with pepper on a whole wheat roll with a medium coffee (milk, two sugars). And honestly, I consider THAT a bit indulgent. I would really like to meet the man or woman who starts their day with a Waffle Breakfast Sandwich or McGriddle. Isn't it all downhill for them after polishing off one of them? It would be for me. Nothing like starting your day with a 1,200 calorie heart attack.
I weep for the animals used in the making of these sandwiches. Even the cows used to make the cheese.
How do people come to the conclusion that they even want one of those? "Hmm, I kind of want eggs. But waffles sound good too. I really haven't had bacon in a while. And forks have become too much work. I would eat all of that if I could fit it in my hand". Thank you, Waffle Breakfast Sandwich!
/grabs keys. Heads over to Dunkin' Donuts.
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Spring (ahhhh!) Training Assessment: My Yankees
It's been a real long while since I've discussed the Yankees at all. To be honest, I'm still reveling in their championship. Still feels good. So as much as I want the 2010 season to begin, I know on April 4th at 8:00, the Yankees will automatically become "defending" World Series Champions. And that's a lot of pressure. Especially for me. Because I take on all of the emotional support for the team while contributing nothing to the outcome of games. It's an uneasy position to be in.
I've stated this before, but when I write about the Yankees, my thoughts become jumbled and I can barely form proper sentences. That's why I reserve the right to write in bullet points so this post doesn't appear like it came from the diary of a psychopath. I'll do my best to leave blatant homerism out of this, but I can't promise anything.
- Today, Joba Chamberlain allowed five runs, three hits, and three walks in 1.1 innings. Mmmmm, don't you just love it? I certainly do. It's so great that he's struggling. You know why? Because he shouldn't be a starter! Not now! Not ever! Can the Yankees please stop with this charade? Phil Hughes is the fifth starter. Joba is the set-up guy. Done! Finished! Let's go get a drink! I hope Joba never gets out of the first inning at all this month. He should be in the bullpen where he belongs. A place where he can properly gather all his rage and take it out in the form of chin-high fastballs and knee-buckling sliders. Chamberlain doesn't have the mental make-up to start games. Hughes, on the other hand, does. Very much so actually. He's calm, cool, smart, and patient. Those attributes don't necessarily apply to Joba. It's a no-brainer Yankees. Do the right thing.
- During the off-season, I was undecided on whether or not I wanted Johnny Damon to sign a new contract with the Yankees. I like to root to for the Yankees under the illusion that they play within the confines of some sort of budget. So when Damon and Boras were asking for 4 years, I scoffed. "Heck no!", I said. Then the Yankees signed Nick Johnson to DH and probably bat second. Damon and Boras realized there were no takers, and Johnny inevitable struck a 1-year deal with the Tigers. Up until today, I was indifferent. I like Nick Johnson. I think he's a great hitter. Works pitchers to death and gets on base, bottomline. That's when he's healthy. So here we are 3 days into Spring Training and Nick Johnson is sitting with a bad back. Johnny? Where are you? Come back! Please, come back! Ugh, did Johnson have a bad back all off-season? Nope. Apparently he wore spikes on the artificial turf patch that covers the dirt in the batter's box and subsequently hurt it. Johnny Damon may be a little simple, but he's not that stupid, or injury prone. I bet Damon has a huge year for Detroit and rubs it in our face. Can't wait.
I'll update with these types of posts as Spring Training continues. The regular season can't come soon enough.
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