Daily Archives: September 10, 2009

Did You Know?

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Did you know…?

  • The Capitals spend more on player payroll than the Nationals and the Orioles?
  • The sport of Lacrosse was played by Native American Indians to prepare for war?
  • That the term “really got your goat” was from horse racing? A goat was placed in a stall with a race horse to provide companionship. The goat calmed down the horse in the stall so “getting your goat” was what an enemy did to upset you and your horse. Who knew?
  • Americans still spend $2 billion per year on candles?
  • The most common first name in the world is Muhammad?
  • Karate was invented in India?
  • The first hockey puck was frozen cow dung?
  • Basketball was invented by a Canadian?

Speaking of the Olympics – Here is the Latest Sport

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Greasy Pole flag challenges. Think you can walk on a balance beam - over water - that is coated with 8 inches of grease? Go for it.

Here is the seven minute film about this sport. I would like to see Olympic hopefuls handle this event. Let us see how tough they really are. This is all about authenticity and true sportsmanship. Enjoy the film on SnagFilms.com.

Much To Do About Nothing

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Good for Alex Ovechkin. He spoke from his heart yesterday about his desire to play in the Olympic Games in 2014 in his homeland. He is the two-time reigning MVP. He speaks with passion and he cares deeply about the game and his country.

He is also emerging as a leader for the players and when he speaks, I am sure the league and the players listen.

So those games aren’t being played for almost another 4.5 years. There is plenty of time for the NHL and NHLPA to negotiate on this matter. The issue must be resolved within the context of league matters and a new collective bargaining agreement between the league and the players.

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SBNation Gets a Facelift for Fall

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Here is a positive story in the Washington Post about SBNation, a network of blogs that is rapidly growing and is headed up by my good friend Jim Bankoff.

This next generation media network – focused on sports - has received major venture capital backing and represents, somewhat, the future of sports journalism. Locally Japers’ Rink is a part of the network and is the NHL affiliate. I disclose that I am a small investor in this company but do not serve on its board of directors. The new homepage and design – which is launching to coincide with the kick off of the NFL season – is crisp and feels more like a national portal. Well done. Go to SBNation.com and see for yourself.