July 30, 2023: Deadline Watch
It’s that time of year… when I really start to zone in on baseball. I know every year is not the same, but lately, I’ve been really tuned into the MLB. Of course, I think the biggest driver has been … Continued
July 29, 2023: The Continuing Ride
Check in time at the ol’ Draft Kings account. I do still have a balance, right? Last time we talked, I had finally made it over $20; I was so happy. And then… I went on a losing streak; of … Continued
July 28, 2023: Poking Our Head Out
Don’t look now. Don’t mind us. We’re just poking our head out; what’s going on over here on this side of 500? Long time no see. After beating the Cardinals in spectacular fashion on Friday night in St. Louis, the … Continued
July 27, 2023: The Bloody Cardinals
I haven’t yelled that much at the TV this year watching the Cubs. First off, I haven’t watched as much as I normally do. Secondly, haven’t really been pumped about the Cubs’ chances this year; I was disappointed about the … Continued
July 26, 2023: The Juice
I would love to say the Cubs beating the Sox two times in a row was the nail in their 2023 coffin, but… that nail has been there. The Cubs simply came by Comiskey, The Cell, The Rate, whatever… to … Continued
July 25, 2023: Appreciation Day
It’s just another Tuesday morning… I was walking to work. I’ve been taking the Metra these days, since the school drop off routine is not in play. After I get off at Union Station, I walk past the Sears Tower … Continued
July 24, 2023: Cubs Sox Bump
The Crosstown Series begins on Tuesday; are you excited? Normally, when these days come around, we get a Cubs Sox bump in adrenaline… ready to have an all-out civil war at times. I know I’m getting older, just like we … Continued
July 23, 2023: Bird Hunting
Unfortunately, I didn’t get to watch too much baseball this weekend; of course, I was keeping an eye on things, even a little closer than normal, because, you know… the Cardinals were in town. It didn’t start off too well, … Continued
July 22, 2023: A Ring To It
OK, I have to share this story… Saturday night was our annual work party on the rooftop deck in our building. This year it was a little extra special because we were celebrating a retirement; guy had worked there 47 … Continued
July 20, 2023: 20 for 20
OK, I know it hasn’t been a week, but I’m back… talking about gambling. Do I have a problem? I think I know the answer to that question, but like anything else in life, in moderation, moderation… I thought I … Continued