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I usually never write articles with a "bloggish" type feel, but the current coverage on Bleacher Report seems to be bringing it out in me.
In joining the Pittsburgh Steelers community a few weeks ago, I thought it would give me an opportunity to break away from the Pittsburgh Penguins talk and provide me with a few fresh article ideas, while at the same time, get to know a new community ...
Boston Bruins More Dejected Than Objective in Shutout Loss
Posted: 18th March 2010 by Chris Miller in NHL
It took less than two minutes for Matt Cooke to face the wrath of retaliation and revenge.
It took Bruins fans not much longer to switch from booing Cooke, to booing their own team.
The media hype surrounding Thursday nights contest between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Boston Bruins gave fans around the league the impression that "old time hockey" would make its return, if only for one night.
In fact, pregame "old ...
Pittsburgh Steelers: Hines Ward Deserves a Co-Captain Not Named Big Ben
Posted: 16th March 2010 by Chris Miller in NFL
It seems as if Hines Ward has been around forever.
And, for the most part, he has.
In fact, the Pittsbugh Steelers receiver is recognized as the longest-tenured wide receiver still playing with his original team in the NFL—and he isn't leaving anytime soon.
Ward was the Steelers' third-round choice in the 1998 draft, and everyone in Pittsburgh is well aware of his accomplishments. As the most decorated receiver in the history of ...
Pittsburgh Steelers’ Recent Signings Bring No Solution to Big Problems
Posted: 11th March 2010 by Chris Miller in NFL
All 22 starters from the 2009 season will return next year for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Get out your sad faces Pittsburgh fans, you're going to have to use them again come January 2011.
The Steelers used the first few days of free agency to sign an old face and bring back a familiar one. Additionally, a few fresh faces made the headlines as the team brought in role players and insurance policies.
Yes, Ryan ...
NHL: Matt Cooke Hit Unpunished, Colin Campbell Declares Headshots Legal
Posted: 10th March 2010 by Chris Miller in NHL
Get your headshots in while they are still legal.
That was the message Colin Campbell and the NHL declared to its players on Wednesday following the decision not to suspend Matt Cooke for his blindside hit on Marc Savard last Sunday.
You have got to be kidding.
Colin Campbell let Cooke, a repeat offender, off the hook?
And the Boston Bruins are left with its impact player recovering from a Grade Two concussion?
Unreal.
Following three days of general manager ...
Pittsburgh Steelers: Antwaan Randle El Signing Is Pointless
Posted: 8th March 2010 by Chris Miller in NFL
The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to a three-year contract with free agent Antwaan Randle El, former wide receiver of the Washington Redskins.
Great. Now Steeler Nation is going to be excited about this one.
Seriously, smile and celebrate now, because once the season starts, fans will realize the impact Randle El will have for the Steelers next season.
None.
Anyone who has followed Randle El since his departure from Pittsburgh after the Steelers Super Bowl win in ...
Ben Roethlisberger: Take a Page from Sidney Crosby’s Leadership Manuel
Posted: 7th March 2010 by Chris Miller in NFL
Ben Roethlisberger is not a leader.
No, not after this one.
To think one might learn the first time, well, maybe it will take the second time.
Regardless, Roethlisberger's legal troubles and sexual assault dealings have led bloggers and sportswriters from around the football world to a pot of storyline gold. The story that had everyone talking, completely overwhelmed the headlines during the first day of free agency.
Another sexual assault allegation?
Of course, he has ...
Pittsburgh Penguins: Matt Cooke’s Hit on Marc Savard Deserves Big Suspension
Posted: 7th March 2010 by Chris Miller in NHL
Marc Savard never saw it coming.
Likewise, the chances of remembering the collision--doubtful.
Late in the third period of an intense 2-1 contest between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Boston Bruins , Savard found himself just inside the blue line with a bouncing puck that surprisingly found his stick.
As he fired the puck towards Marc-Andre Fluery , Savard had no clue what was about to hit him.
Unless you are an avid Matt Cooke ...
Pittsburgh Penguins: Be Realistic and Don’t Overhaul This Year
Posted: 2nd March 2010 by Chris Miller in NHL
The trade deadline is one of the most entertaining portions of an NHL season. Rumors abound, and the casual fans' fantasy world explodes.
Don't be ridiculous, Pittsburgh.
The Penguins are not going to make a major move as the trade deadline approaches.
We all know general manager Ray Shero is quite capable of pulling the trigger on a major deal, as he provided fans the services of sniper Marian Hossa in 2008.
How well ...
Mickey Mantle, Pete Rose Top List of Best Switch-Hitters in Baseball History
Posted: 7th January 2010 by Chris Miller in MLB
People often forget how rare it is to find a truly great switch hitter.
In general, the switch hitter himself is not all that rare of a commodity, you see them in nearly every game. But once in a great while you will find one that is head and shoulders above the rest when it comes to utilizing this special skill.
I have compiled a list of, who I consider to be, ...