A Trio of Book Reviews Reviews by Russ_Cohen - April 30, 20190 Hockey Addict’s Guide: Toronto I love the opening picture of Greenwood Park Rink. It’s a very cool shot. The Coca-Cola Coliseum and Wayne Gretzky’s are staples. Both worthy of a visit. This book lists record stores, the Hockey Hall of Fame and some great local rinks and eateries. Toronto can be a
‘Her Smell’ Is Memorable Entertainment by Russ_Cohen - April 25, 2019April 25, 20190 "Her Smell" stars Elisabeth Moss (Handmaid’s Tale, Mad Men), she’s won a Golden Globe and an Emmy. She plays a 90’s punk rocker (Becky Something) who has all the issues and eccentricities that most stars have but what Moss was able to add is depth, believability, a good singing voice,
Drew Sutton – RISP King Baseballology by The Colonel - April 23, 20190 July 2nd,2009, a game between the Diamondbacks and the Reds was taking place. It 2-1, bottom of the 9th, reliever Chad Qualls is in the game for the save. After a few years pitching as a middle reliever he finally has backed into the closer’s role. The importance of this
Odds on Who the Jets Will Draft Footballology by Russ_Cohen - April 23, 2019April 25, 20190 Before you see the prop bets, I want to talk about what the Jets should do in this draft. You can’t let the past scare you. You don’t go into any draft saying, “since we’ve never had luck drafting at this position, we will stay away from ____(insert player).” Take Josh
Daniel Vogelbach – A Heavier Version of Ted Williams Baseballology by Russ_Cohen - April 22, 20190 Ok, I’m kidding. I wanted to get your attention because this player is doing some amazing things this year. He was a big-time prospect who got lost in the minors for a while but now at the age of 26, he’s putting it all together. This year this slugger has played
Sad Story of Shoeless Joe Jackson – – Who Belongs In the Baseball Hall of Fame Baseballology by Harvey Frommer - April 20, 20190 This year of 2019 is the 100thanniversary of the “Black Sox” scandal. This article comes from the Frommer vault On July 16, 1889, Joseph Jefferson Wofford Jackson was born into a poor family in Greenville, South Carolina. He never learned to read or write. By the time he was six
Remembering Robby (Part 3) Baseballology by Harvey Frommer - April 15, 2019April 15, 20190 Major League Baseball rightfully celebrates Jackie Robinson Day every April 15, the day he broke the color barrier in 1947. I met my all-time favorite player twice –once as a teenager and then as an adult. Both moments still stay with me. HARVEY FROMMER: When school was out, I sometimes went around
REMEMBERING “ROBBY” (Part II) Baseballology by Harvey Frommer - April 15, 20190 Wonderful reactions to Part I, so here as we approach “Jackie Robinson Day” in Major League Baseball is Part II. Enjoy. Growing up Years Jerry and Mallie Robinson were impoverished sharecroppers who lived in Cairo, Georgia. Jerry deserted the family six months after Jackie was born in 1919. Mallie, strong, religious, family-oriented
Minnesota Duluth – Providence Frozen Four Notes Hockeyology by Russ_Cohen - April 11, 2019April 11, 20190 Providence Jacob Bryson – 5-9- 185 – D - Sabres draft pick - Excellent puck distributor on the power play. Good shot. Offensive minded. Plays with an edge. Had an assist. Jack Dugan -6-2, 195 – RW - Golden Knights draft pick – He skates really well. He was playing with an
Alzheimer’s Foundation: 5 Ways Baseball is a Home Run for Brain Health Baseballology by Sportsology - April 9, 2019April 9, 20190 NEW YORK (April 9, 2019)— Baseball is more than just the national pastime; it can also be a useful tool to exercise your brain. With baseball season in full swing, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is encouraging everyone to play ball. “Baseball stimulates cognitive functions, promotes social interaction and helps
