Behind the Mic: Rules
I wrote my blog last week before the USGA embarrassed themselves by not immediately enforcing a rule that penalizes a player if he causes his ball to move. The USGA hinted that they were going to penalize eventual winner Dustin Johnson, but only after the round ended and Johnson had a chance to explain himself. …
Read MoreThe SportsTalk Shop: “THE” 76ers Pick
I try to maintain a “level head” when forming my sports opinions. When fans rush from one extreme to the another (eg.,remember fans proclaiming the Eagles were going to the Super Bowl last year?), I try to take a step back and examine things objectively from all sides. But… I must admit, when the rumors…
Read MoreThe SportsTalk Shop: “SportsTalk” Mailbag – Summer 2016
I am very fortunate to be part of a live, interactive show, so that we get instant feedback from sports viewers–both on sports issues as they are happening and also about our “SportsTalk” program. I get some great comments, questions and opinions from our viewers and they never fail to amaze me with their creativity…
Read MoreBehind the Mic: Father’s Day
Due to a Monday commitment, which is the day I usually write my blog, I am sitting at my computer Sunday morning contemplating what to write about. I have already been reminded that it is Father’s Day by my two daughters who have sent their well-wishes and will visit later in the day. They have…
Read MoreBehind the Mic: Rio and Zika
NBC Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie, who is expecting her second child, has decided not to attend the Olympics. A handful of other NBC employees have also opted not to travel to Rio. NBCUniversal is not requiring any employee to go if they choose not to. Close to 3,000 employees will be part of the…
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