Category Archives: America

The Sheff Abides

Posted on August 5, 2009 by Eric

Last night I got the chance to sit front row behind the home dugout at Citi Field. Needless to say the game between the Mets and Cardinals was stunning. I saw Johan being Johan, Albert being Albert, and K-Rod being … Continue reading →

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Fountains Of Greinke

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Eric

Our first ever Situational Essay comes today from Reeves Wiedeman. Reeves has written about hot dogs for SI.com, a Pi savant for The Boston Globe, and the Recently Insufferable Roger Federer at his blog, Meanderings, which he would be honored … Continue reading →

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Happy Independence Day

Posted on July 4, 2009 by Eric

From  Pitchers & Poets, Rick Monday, and the E Street Band:

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Americanizing The National Pastime

Posted on May 25, 2009 by Eric

Today is Memorial Day and the streets of Manhattan are eerily empty. I’ve always appreciated the imagery of this holiday –Naval fleets ashore at major cities, barbecues, three-day camping trips, and lots and lots of flags, even though I’m not … Continue reading →

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