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Emotions run the gamut

9/26/2016

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Yesterday was a day that really tugged at my emotions.

First, the news of the tragic boat accident that claimed the life of young Marlins Pitcher Jose Fernandez and lets not forget two of his friends whose lives were no less important. A terrible loss for those families. Fernandez was destined for a great baseball career and his infectious spirit for the game will be missed.

Later in the day came word of the passing of The King of Golf, Arnold Palmer. He was the man that elevated the game to greater heights and today's players owe him all of their gratitude for what they have today. He also was one of the pioneers of athlete product endorsements and he was so popular, that he was still greatly sought after even into his last years. Besides making Bay Hill a top tier PGA event, his philanthropic work in both Latrobe and Orlando and as one of the founding fathers of The Golf Channel, Arnold Palmer left not just his mark on golf but life itself. Toast his life with his namesake drink.

Emotions of another kind were in play for Vin Scully's last Dodger home game broadcast. It was amazing how the players acknowledged him in the batters box and at the end of the game. As the greatest baseball play by play man ever, I will be tuning into his final week via the MLB At Bat app to savor his craft. His 67 year career has touched many but his humility has always kept the game and the fans first. Just a great example of class through and through.

Tonite's Saints-Falcons Monday night tilt is the anniversary of their game 10 years ago when the Saints made their triumphant return to a rebuilt Superdome after Hurricane Katrina. Sometimes we place too much emphasis on the sports world to the point of ignoring far greater and important things, but sports has always played an integral part in helping communities heal and rebound from disaster and tragedy.

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September 21st, 2016

9/21/2016

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Jeff discusses Louisville's statement and NFL Quarterbacks in this week's podcast.

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Podcast #11

9/13/2016

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A look at NFL Week 1 and football at the race track

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Back to the gridiron

9/9/2016

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After a great first weekend of college football, the pros are back at it. A wild finish last night in Denver as the Super Bowl champs won their rematch with the Carolina Panthers. If the league is going to be as inconsistent in implementing the new concussion protocol as they are with how games are officiated, they are not going to make any progress in that area. Cam Newton should have been checked out. Period.

Speaking of concussions, Dale Earnhardt Jr. makes the wise call to sit out the rest of the NASCAR season. While he says he wants to come back next season, I can't help but wonder if he has to be thinking about his Dad's death at Daytona due to massive head trauma. I think he should consider shutting it down for good.

Tennessee and Virgina Tech square off at the Bristol Motor Speedway tomorrow. College Football and Hockey have worked the gimmick of playing their sports in baseball stadiums with success, I can't get behind this one however. While it allows them to draw monster attendance around 150,000, the fans are not going to really be able to see the game. They would be better off watching from their back porch through a glass sliding door on the living room TV.

I'm back with a new podcast next week after Week 1 of the NFL. So for now, we're done here.

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Back to Business

9/1/2016

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It's the relaunch of my podcast and blog, just in time for football! Here's my latest podcast for your listening pleasure. Enjoy!

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Emotions run the gamut

September 21st, 2016

Jeff discusses Louisville's statement and NFL Quarterbacks in this week's podcast.

Podcast #11

A look at NFL Week 1 and football at the race track

Back to the gridiron

Back to Business

It's the relaunch of my podcast and blog, just in time for football! Here's my latest podcast for your listening pleasure. Enjoy!

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September 21st, 2016

Jeff discusses Louisville's statement and NFL Quarterbacks in this week's podcast.

Podcast #11

A look at NFL Week 1 and football at the race track

Back to the gridiron

Back to Business

It's the relaunch of my podcast and blog, just in time for football! Here's my latest podcast for your listening pleasure. Enjoy!

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Archives

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Sports Conversation
The Way It Ought to Be

Emotions run the gamut