February 17, 2016: Obama Time
As things had it on this day, I was in the car when the Hawks press conference in the White House was getting broadcasted. It was pretty damn cool. I’m not big on politics. Most of these guys are corrupt… … Continued
February 15, 2016: Seven Deuce
The worst starting hand in Texas Hold’em. Do you ever play that hand? Obviously in the big blind, when there are no raises. Maybe in the small blind with no raises, although once you call, and then the big blind … Continued
February 14, 2016: The Hate Files XX
On the day representing love, what better day to break out the 20th version of the Hate Files. It’s been more than 3 months since we spread a little hate…Happy Valentine’s Day haters! Couple things: I’m not changing the numbering system … Continued
February 6, 2016: Cocky vs Confident
It’s a battle that I wish all our teams had to fight. It’s a battle you have to fight when you’re really, really good. This is one of the biggest challenges for Coach Q as the Blackhawks continue their golden … Continued
January 30, 2016: Bad Boys
The newest version of the Bad Boys plays for none other than our Blackhawks. With offseason incidents, suspensions, and getting booed on All Star weekend, Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews are the new bad guys in town. Not really… but it’s kind … Continued
January 29, 2016: Beat LA
The Bulls Lakers game was on TNT this Thursday night. Even though the Lakers suck this year, and the Bulls are riding this coaster to the max, it’s still a pretty cool game. It’s always fun to beat LA. Living … Continued
January 27, 2016: Slow Day
A day with no Chicago sports? Never! “Niko” I hear as I walk in the door. I yell back “Jimmy Butler”, the name my son insists that we call him. I asked him what he and Derrick Rose (my wife) … Continued
January 22, 2016: My Philosophy
Now that the Bears season is over, the Bears gear goes into storage. I’m talking specifically about the winter gear…ski caps, scarf, gloves…I won’t wear my jerseys any more either. I’ll still wear tshirts and sweatpants, but my Blackhawks and … Continued
January 21, 2016: Lightning Streak
It was the rematch of last year’s Stanley Cup Final. It was a matchup of the best in the west vs one of the best in the east. It was the collision of two impressive winning streaks. The Hawks saw … Continued
January 19, 2016: The Dozen
Another game and another win. That’s 12 in a row for those counting. And yes, a lot of people are counting. Because this latest winning streak for our Hawks of many winning streaks was a franchise best. 12 wins in … Continued