April 8, 2017: Round Up
For the third time this week, all four teams were in action. The first time resulted in a 1-3 record; the Cubs were the only win. The second time on Thursday ended up with a 3-1 record; the Blackhawks were … Continued
April 7, 2017: The Road to the Playoffs
OK, let me take a break from the Cubs for a second. After all, we have some playoffs coming up in Chicago. That’s right. Not one, like we knew we’d have, but TWO playoff series will be beginning shortly. The … Continued
April 6, 2017: Still the Tops
All 4 teams in action again on Thursday. I would have loved to catch all 4, ok, 3 of the games, but if I had a choice of only one game to watch, on this day, it would still be … Continued
April 5, 2017: The Best Hangover
Is it just me, or is anybody else still on like 10 for these first couple games of the new Cubs season? I know we all remember the last meaningful games our Cubbies played, and how emotionally charged we were … Continued
April 4, 2017: The Quad Pack
So you say you love Chicago sports? How did you like the quad pack on this 4th day of the 4th month of 2017? How did you handle 4 games on one day? This is a challenge that we may … Continued
April 3, 2017: The Last Jedi
The next Star Wars movie is due out later this year, but the title has already been released: The Last Jedi. I’m always up for some more Star Wars movies. My wife and I are both big fans. It’s no … Continued
April 2, 2017: Baseball is Back
I was going to come up with a more original title, but it’s not necessary. It’s a simple fact, only three words: baseball is back. Those three words are music to my ears. Every year is the same; every year … Continued
April 1, 2017: The Best Fool
Anybody else get into April Fools Day? I explained it to my son this year; he tried a few, like telling me he was taking the iPad into the bath. April fools! I remember my best fool. Maybe I told … Continued
March 31, 2017: That Time of Year
After all the holiday hub bub, we roll into a very busy time of year. It all starts about February 22nd. My sister’s birthday starts a busy six week stretch of the year; possibly the busiest time of the year. … Continued
March 30, 2017: The Joy of the Bulls
Maybe I should rephrase this… The joy of the TNT Bulls. Now, with a win over the Cavs on this Thursday night at the UC, the Bulls have won 20 straight games of this variety. Amazing, simply amazing… I should … Continued