1) NBC pushes Conan out. NBC has decided that America wants more ‘headlines’ and less old time baseball. And forget about hearing a new and interesting band for the first time on network tv. It’s funny though that America didn’t seem interested in Jay Leno at 10 pm. Is it such a sure thing that [...]
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Small victories: Mets rival can only afford one ace edition
On behalf of all Mets fans, I would like to thank Jaime Moyer. He coupled aggressive negotiations during the 2008-2009 off-season, leading to a two-year $13 million deal, with terrible pitching during the 2009 campaign. The $6.5 million he’s owed in 2010 has inspired a remarkable series of events which has been a roller coaster [...]
What kind of city is San Francisco?
It’s an un-American one, that’s what kind.
Chicago is an American city. Oakland is an American city. South Bend is an American city. Even Waldwick is an American city. And you damn well better believe New York is an American city.
Because in an American city, when you are angry, you can go to a batting cage.
But [...]
Overheard at the Aquarium
Mother to whiny child: Did I cry when the bird stole my sandwich this morning? NO!
Restoring my faith in humanity
Just when the Twins suffered a brutal defeat at Yankee Stadium, sending their season to the brink…
Just when I was facing a Notre Dame-less weekend and dreading the reality that I had to put on this shirt (Note that I am wearing the hat by design):
Just when I had started three machines at laundromat, I [...]
Great Moments in Advertising: California Baseball Edition
Let’s run around the park, without a care in the world! Let’s have a catch! Win or lose, it doesn’t matter, we’re just happy to be here!
I’m as incompetent as the Mets
How I forget this headline from my last rant about the Mets is as appalling as the headline itself:
Livan Hernandez to first base?
There are occasions when a team might use a starting pitcher as a pinch hitter. Typically, the pitcher in question pinch hits for a relief pitcher (who gets very few plate appearances) when [...]
Quantifying American Arrogance
As a scientist, I’m always looking for ways to quantify the seemingly unquantifiable. I think it’s safe to say that Americans are, whether justifiably or not, arrogant. But what portion of Americans are arrogant? A recent CBS poll finally revealed the answer:
That’s right, 76% of Americans think they can decipher the capricious whims of Sarah [...]
Why I Listen to NPR and You Should Too
In preparation for the 4th of July, NPR had a special Science Friday segment on homemade fireworks. Some of the highlights:
A guy on the northern border called in to say that his 4th of July tradition is to shoot fireworks at Canada.
Steel wool is not only flammable but makes a great display when ignited by [...]
The Number One Guy Who Deserved to be Hit on the Road Today
To the guy riding his bike the wrong way down a major road who was
talking on his cell phone and carrying a bag of groceries in the other
hand,
I don’t wish ill on anyone, but when you get hit by a car, don’t expect any tears from me.
This week in vanity plates
DRPASTA – Italian restaurant owner?
BOYLROY – This was accompanied by an Elroy Jetson decal. Apparently this SUV is owned by an 8 year old from the ’60s.
LIFGOSN – No, there was no Corky decal.
CAR2D2 – This is the second clever plate I’ve seen on a green VW Beetle. “KARMIT” in El Cerrito is the other.
KHAKI [...]