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The Swiss Serves Up Another Masterpiece

Got up first thing this morning and turned on the DVR to watch the Australian Open final match between Roger Federer and Fernando Gonzales. The match did not disappoint. Gonzales hung tough in the first set all the way until he lost the tie breaker (7 points to 2 points). The remainder of the match [...]

A Fantastic Saints Season is Over

I hated to see the Saints lose to the Bears today, but it just wasn’t meant to be I guess. The monsters of the Midway eventually prevailed after a strong start to the third quarter by the Saints offense. Hats off to the Bears though. What a relentless defense, and you’ve just got to love [...]

The Saints are Coming – to the NFC Championships!

The fans were unbelievable, and the team responded as they have all season. They were methodical and well balanced. The score (27-24) was a true reflection of the game. The Saints had a clear advantage in terms of ball possession and rushing yards – the Eagles had a few big plays. I love watching this [...]

Saints 42 – Cowboys 17

The score sort of says it all. It was a good old fashioned ass whipping, and it left no doubt in my mind that the Saints are for real. Home field advantage for the playoffs looks like a real good possibility, and maybe even a first week bye! (I hate counting chickens…..but I just can’t [...]

It’s All Over Now for the Astros & Other Misc Subjects

OK. I can relax now. It is impossible for the Astros to get into the MLB playoffs now. Too bad the Saints lost today. They played a good game though, against a really good Carolina team. They will get another chance to play the Panthers later this season at home. Hopefully it will be a [...]