OK, so it’s cliche and hyperbolic, but could Creighton be this year’s version of Butler? Only time will tell, especially during March, but the potential for comparison is there, and Ari is taking it.
Tim Tebow has proven himself regardless of today’s Denver Broncos-Kansas City Chiefs result
January 1, 2012 By 9 Comments
No matter what occurs in Denver this afternoon, it’s well worth noting…
11 Inspiring Book Recommendations For The Holidays
December 7, 2011 By 2 Comments
With holiday season upon us, and cold weather across America’s Heartland for the next few months, AJ recommends some inspiring, informative, and entertaining books on a variety of topics.
The Magic didn’t end 20 years ago
November 7, 2011 By 10 Comments
Twenty years ago this very day, Earvin “Magic” Johnson’s HIV announcement stunned the world — but life went on.
Cardinals’ World Series title caps off magical month of baseball
October 29, 2011 By 4 Comments
AJ analyzes an incredible past 30 days of baseball, and explains where the excitement places historically. He also takes the media to task for its irresponsible agenda.
FINAL Update on MLB’s Most Over and Underrated Players
October 3, 2011 By 2 Comments
AJ offers a final update on who proved to be over and underrated in 2011 baseball, reaching back to preseason predictions from his USA Today article. Was he accurate?
Down on the Farm: Playoffs for Omaha’s new Park, while Lincoln and Indy just miss out
September 6, 2011 By 4 Comments
Ari concludes his season-long journey across the Fruited Plain to watch baseball at its purest with a review of the new ballpark in Omaha, as well as a recap of the conclusion to Lincoln and Indy’s seasons.
ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian ignores Philadelphia Phillies’ offensive weaknesses?
September 5, 2011 By 2 Comments
In Ari’s view, Tim Kurkjian is one of the few bright minds left at ESPN, so Ari was disappointed in Kurkjian’s response when they asked him the cliché “Can anyone beat the Phillies” question, and he basically gave the cliché answer of “I don’t think so” while ignoring the Phillies’ obvious weakness.
Update on MLB’s Most Over and Underrated Players
August 19, 2011 By 2 Comments
Way back in February, USA Today’s 2011 MLB Preview Magazine published a lengthy piece by yours truly, whereupon I rendered my thoughts on who the most over and underrated players in the game were as we approached the new campaign. I figured I might as well do monthly updates on these “predictions,” so as to [...]
Down on the Farm: “Indy” Ball in The Prairie Capital and the Indianapolis Indians push for the Wild Card
August 9, 2011 By 2 Comments
In this edition, I regale you with tales and photos of my new home team, the Lincoln Saltdogs of the Independent American Association. I’ll also update you on the progress of the Indianapolis Indians.
Hidden “Gems” : James Rhodes, Prospect League Pitching Star
August 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
We at MSF are pleased to feature an “Under the Radar Player” named James Rhodes, a pitcher for the Quincy (IL) Gems, who currently stand at 38-18 overall this summer, best in all the Prospect League.
All-Star Break Update on MLB’s Most Over and Underrated Players
July 12, 2011 By 5 Comments
Way back in February, USA Today’s 2011 MLB Preview Magazine published a piece by Ari Kaufman whereupon he rendered his thoughts on who the most over and underrated players in the game were as we approached the new campaign. In the post, Ari takes inventory of his predictions at the break.
Down on the Farm: “Corny” Illinois, and the Indy Indians continue to crawl back into the race
June 21, 2011 By 7 Comments
This is the third in a monthly series called “Down on the Farm” that will chronicle my visits to various minor league parks throughout the 2011 season. (Part 1 can be found here and part 2 here.)
Update on Baseball’s Most Over and Underrated Players
June 8, 2011 By 1 Comment
Back in February, Ari rendered his thoughts on who the most over and underrated players in baseball were as we approached the new campaign. He is now doing occasional updates on these “predictions,” so as to capriciously praise or condemn himself.
Down on the Farm: Deep in the Heart of Texas and Signs of Improvement in Indianapolis
May 17, 2011 By 10 Comments
This is the second in a monthly series called “Down on the Farm” that will chronicle my visits to various minor league parks throughout the 2011 season. (Part 1 can be found here.) In May’s edition, I regale you with tales and photos of my journey to Round Rock (Texas) to watch the Express on a lovely [...]
