After being traded to Boston earlier this month, Recchi figured to be a valuable addition to a contending team. ...more

March 30, 2009

Recent observations concerning whether we lost or won a given war suggest that we have begun to perceive war and its consequences by the same standards that apply to sporting events. The score board is the final arbiter of results and there must be a winner and a loser. Contests which formerly could end in a tie are now resolved by overtime, shoot outs, or extra innings in order to achieve the necessary determination. ...more

February 15, 2009

The glass half-full faction would say the Lightning are not far from success based on 18 of their 22 losses this season (including overtime and shootouts) coming by one goal (discounting empty-net goals). ...more

December 17, 2008

One of the greatest joys of life is the bond we share with our pets. ...more

October 19, 2008

In analyzing the deeper meaning of baseball's myriad statistics, many will insist wins aren't a true measure of a pitcher's worth. ...more

July 6, 2008

After handing New England a huge gift, the San Diego Chargers believe it's time to give the unbeaten Patriots something else: a challenge. ...more

January 13, 2008