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College Fantasy Sports Revolution

March 10, 2021June 26, 2013 by Marneen

Just when you might have thought fantasy sports reached a point of more than saturation, a new frontier is upon us. With a huge selection of teams in each of the major college sports, fantasy competitors is rising to a whole new level with the inclusion of college football and college basketball. This truly is no surprise offered the recognition of these college sports and also the recognition of fantasy contests in general. It’s development has also been aided by the demand created by every day fantasy sports websites where 1 can compete for cash. Fantasy sports contests for cash prizes are legal in most US States and on a federal level. At a Federal level fantasy sports is defined and exempted by the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act of 2006 (UIGEA) because it’s regarded as a game of ability as opposed to chance.

History of the NY Mets

November 2, 2013April 7, 2013 by Anonymous

The NY Mets have had some great victories along with devastating losses, but have withstood it all to still be a phenomenal baseball team. From their modest beginning in 1962, they have struggled through a few losing streaks, but then came back to win the world series in both 1969 and 1986.

Derek Jeter and Steroids

March 10, 2021April 4, 2013 by Anonymous

What if Derek Jeter got caught using Steroids?

What would happen to Major League Baseball if Derek Jeter got caught using Steroids? What would that do to sports in general? Would anyone, in any sport, ever be above suspicion again?

The Case for Andy Pettitte Making the Hall of Fame

March 10, 2021March 28, 2013 by Marneen

Andy Pettitte may not be the most dominate pitcher, he was never the ace of any rotation, but he won a lot of games. Sports are measured and defined by winning and Andy Pettitte did plenty of that in his career. Pettitte was part of 8 different World Series (7 with the Yankees 1 with the Astros) he won 5, all with the Yankees. He is part of core four along with Jeter, Rivera and Posada and a major part of the Yankee dynasty years.

Mattingly Q & A with a fan

March 10, 2021March 15, 2013 by Marneen

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October 4^th, 1995

Game 2 Division Series

Don Mattingly follows Ruben Sierra’s home run with one of his own in the bottom of the 6^th inning to give the Yankees their first lead of the night. In what would be considered one of the greatest games in division series history, clocking in at 5 hours and 12 minutes (was also the longest playoff game at the time), that Mattingly home run is what will always be remembered by one Yankee fan.

2013 Yankees Prediction

March 10, 2021March 11, 2013 by Marneen

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I’m going to try and project what the Starting lineup is going to produce this year. Its very difficult to predict what will happen because injuries do occur, but its still worth a shot to try and predict the production. I will also try to predict some of the statistics for the Starting Pictures and Mariano Rivera as well. I have left off middle relievers and bench players.

The Olympics Message

March 10, 2021March 8, 2013 by Anonymous

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Everyone loves to watch the Olympics. Young, old, women, men, everyone loves to watch the spectacle known as the Olympics. The 2012 Olympics in London were no exception to this rule. Whether the sport was water polo, dressage, or archery; TV sets around the world tune into the sport, stadiums and venues that were packed for all events. The Olympics provide us with a glimpse into other people and how they perceive themselves and what is important to them. A good

Joe DiMaggio Superstar

March 10, 2021March 5, 2013 by Marneen

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Joe DiMaggio was one of sport’s superstars and his life had some odd twists in the end. He was one of baseball’s great players, the only player ever to be selected for the all-star game every year in which he played, has a standing record of 56 games with a hit, and was voted the baseball Hall of Fame in 1955. The son of Italian immigrants Joseph Paul DiMaggio was expected to follow his father in occupational choice: fisherman. This was the height of the California sardine trade and there was more than enough work for everyone. Unfortunately the smell of fish made Joe sick. He started

Washington Redskins Past and Present

January 27, 2014February 27, 2013 by Anonymous

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The Washington Redskins are one of the most profitable teams in the National Football League. They also have a less than spectacular record since being acquired by Daniel Snyder from a group headed Jack Kent Cooke, Jr. Fans of the Skins, as they are known in D.C., wonder how long it will take for the team to pull together a strong winning season and possibly post-season play. The current owner has thrown a massive amount of money towards purchasing players that he believed would place them on the road to dominance in the NFC and the NFL. Unfortunately single players

Is Baseball a Superstitious Game?

March 10, 2021October 2, 2012 by Marneen

Baseball is a game deeply plagued with superstition. Being quite an old sport, a number of myths and legends have emerged regarding this game. For the Americans, baseball is a symbol of national pride and is often referred to as America’s favorite pastime. Although the game has gone through a modern shift, there are some old beliefs and legends that are still associated with baseball. Superstitions are often defined as baseless fears and blindly accepted notions, making one beg the question: what purpose do these beliefs fulfill? The debate is a long and elaborate one, making a discussion of the various superstitious beliefs necessary.