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CFL Pickem Week 6: Not Really Week 6 Edition
My picks:
Blue Bombers by 17 (lock)
Lions by 15 (lock)
Redblacks by 11 (lock)
posted by tommybiden at 05:39 PM on July 18
CFL Pickem Week 6: Not Really Week 6 Edition
My picks:
Stampeders by 6 (lock)
Roughriders by 4 (lock)
Tiger-Cats by 14 (lock)
posted by ic23b at 05:12 PM on July 18
CFL Pickem Week 6: Not Really Week 6 Edition
My picks:
Blue Bombers by 9
Roughriders by 8
Tiger-Cats by 17 (lock)
posted by rcade at 02:45 PM on July 18
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
In the runup to the Open, I became captivated by the golf course at Royal Portrush.
I watched hole by hole previews filmed by drone cam in muted golden light and the place seemed utterly magical.
I could not conceive of how a long hitter would be able to keep a ball anywhere near in play.
I would just want to walk the course, to heck with hitting a wee ball about.
Fast forward to yesterday and today, watching the tournament on TV: the magic is not there, displaced by a dreary monotone of seacoast weather and players garbed in drab tones. They don't show much of the dramatic features of the golf course. Plus the scoring seems almost unreal against that topography. In some cases, boringly efficient. I've lost interest in it.
I'll give it another go after the cut is made, hopefully, my interest will be rekindled. It is indeed fun tuning in the tournament just as the first real rays of daylight are coming through our windows.
posted by beaverboard at 12:51 PM on July 18
Stratospheric Skydiver Felix Baumgartner Dies in Paraglider Crash
Watching Felix step off that ladder and fall to Earth on livestream is one of my all-time top five moments in sports history.
posted by rcade at 10:04 AM on July 18
Stratospheric Skydiver Felix Baumgartner Dies in Paraglider Crash
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posted by tommybiden at 08:27 AM on July 18
Stratospheric Skydiver Felix Baumgartner Dies in Paraglider Crash
This got my attention because this type of thing seems to happen so much.
The death of people who have done remarkable things in rather routine circumstances.
For instance, Steve Fossett circling the world in a balloon and then dying while taking a small plane out for a spin.
Legendary rock climber Ammon McNeely sitting down to watch a sunset and falling off a cliff.
Someone once said (can't remember who, maybe Chuck Yeager) that it's the ordinary stuff that'll kill you, not the heroic stuff.
posted by beaverboard at 10:49 PM on July 17
Stratospheric Skydiver Felix Baumgartner Dies in Paraglider Crash
Sad to hear this about one who dared gravity. I would like to hear more details about his accident.
...but Icarus flew too close to the Sun. The wax holding the feathers to his wings melted, and he fell to his death in the sea.
posted by Howard_T at 10:33 PM on July 17
Ex-NHL enforcer breaks silence on viral golf course beatdown: 'This might be a blast'
This is amazing. Tarnasky could've been a lot rougher on the drunk who kept charging him without even trying to throw a punch.
posted by rcade at 01:38 PM on July 17
Ex-NHL enforcer breaks silence on viral golf course beatdown: 'This might be a blast'
LOL
posted by NoMich at 10:37 AM on July 17
Ex-NHL enforcer breaks silence on viral golf course beatdown: 'This might be a blast'
Alberta Tourism Council may have missed an opportunity by not dubbing in the sound effect "Banff! Banff! Banff!"
posted by beaverboard at 09:31 AM on July 17
SportsFilter: The Wednesday Huddle
That fan's behavior was really awful"so glad they're being punished. Marte's strength is inspiring! After such intense games, I need a fun distraction. Have you tried Geometry Dash Lite,Geometry Dash Unblocked,playxia.com,Retro Bowl game,Doodle Baseball game, Retro Bowl Unblocked ? It's a crazy addictive rhythm game to unwind with!
posted by lumm9991 at 02:19 AM on July 17
SportsFilter: The Wednesday Huddle
This sounds like a great spot for those quirky sports moments that often get overlooked! I'm excited to see what hidden gems people uncover. It's easy to get caught up in the big leagues, but sometimes the most memorable stories are the underdogs or the bizarre plays. Speaking of bizarre, I remember once seeing a team celebrate a win with a coordinated dance that looked suspiciously like the moves in the Dinosaur Game hilarious! Looking forward to some fun discussions here.
posted by Freddi4 at 10:55 PM on July 16
Ex-NHL enforcer breaks silence on viral golf course beatdown: 'This might be a blast'
I'm similar NoMich, really dislike physical confrontations, I used to enjoy a hockey fight. We know too much about brain injuries now, I cringe. Physical play? Hell yes, clean, hard hockey.
A drunken blowhard lout on a golf course beaking off at a fit former NHL player? The 'sound effects' were 'chef's kiss'.
I have no issue with Tarnasky's actions, in fact, I think he restrained himself.
The local constabulary do not seem to have an issue with what Nick did either.
posted by tommybiden at 12:06 PM on July 16
Ex-NHL enforcer breaks silence on viral golf course beatdown: 'This might be a blast'
I abhor violence but I hate puffed up blowhards that are always itching for a fight, so yeah, this made me laugh. "Listen, just don't get into it with anyone these days because you don't know who is packing heat now." Needs to be updated with "...you don't know who is packing heat now or is a hockey player with a wicked sense of humor."
posted by NoMich at 08:23 AM on July 16
CFL Pickem Week 3: It Should've Been the Elk
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posted by aaronsun at 05:07 AM on July 16
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
It's not just a game"it's a rhythm trial. Geometry Dash challenges you to stay on beat and survive a gauntlet of traps.
posted by rosie at 09:37 PM on July 13
SportsFilter: The Tuesday Huddle
Great post! Been enjoying retro games at Retro Games lately
posted by submi at 11:05 PM on July 12
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Thanks for the info! Been hooked on Brainrot Games lately!
posted by submi at 11:04 PM on July 12
SportsFilter: The Wednesday Huddle
Fun! Been playing Sprunki Games at Sprunki Retake and it's super cool!
posted by submi at 11:03 PM on July 12
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
If so, I'll take Saskatchewan by 10 (lock), Ottawa by 11 (lock), British Columbia by 12 (lock)
posted by tommybiden at 01:48 PM on July 12
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
Will we have CFL picks for this week, rcade?
posted by tommybiden at 06:54 PM on July 11
SportsFilter: The Wednesday Huddle
Meaningful transfer. Decisive to capybara clicker
posted by henryjohn at 03:18 AM on July 10
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
It's really heartbreaking. The terrible accident took the lives of two brothers. The cause is believed to be a tire explosion due to speeding of bob the robber
posted by tomhansky at 03:13 AM on July 10
CFL Pickem: Week 2
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posted by kenven98 at 06:22 AM on July 08
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
I think your idea will be copied and utilized to inspire the creation of many more ideas because it is brilliant and original. foodle
posted by kenven98 at 06:20 AM on July 08
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
Wish I could remember the source of that saying.
Major Conn Smythe
I am a Maple Leafs fan, not a huge fan of fighting in hockey any more, but damn, Lyndon was a tough tough player.
Both entirely too soon.
posted by tommybiden at 04:01 PM on July 06
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
Both way too soon. Lyndon Byers was the epitome of 'Big, Bad Bruins' hockey, very much in the school of "if you can't beat them in the alley, you won't beat them on the ice". (Wish I could remember the source of that saying.) He was a joy to listen to when he was doing color on the Bruins broadcast.
posted by Howard_T at 01:21 PM on July 06
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
Tough news, Bobby Jenks (44) and Lyndon Byers (61) have both passed away
posted by tommybiden at 12:40 PM on July 06
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
Paul doesn't do the reputation of the middle-aged pothead scene any favors.
posted by Ufez Jones at 12:53 PM on July 05
CFL Pickem Week 4: Countless Screaming Argonauts
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posted by Asabinn at 05:37 AM on July 05
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
Paul Pierce calls himself the best pure scorer' in NBA history. Ummm, Pierce wasn't even the best "pure scorer" (whatever that's supposed to mean) in Celtics history.
posted by NoMich at 01:59 PM on July 04
CFL Pickem Week 5: Clearly Canadian
My picks:
Argonauts by 4 (lock)
Alouettes by 3 (lock)
Elks by 2 (lock)
posted by ic23b at 11:41 AM on July 04
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
Liverpool & Portugal star Diogo Jota and his brother Andre killed in car accident in Spain
posted by tommybiden at 06:38 PM on July 03
CFL Pickem Week 5: Clearly Canadian
My picks:
Blue Bombers by 15 (lock)
Argonauts by 10 (lock)
Lions by 13 (lock)
Elks by 11 (lock)
Jerry, I stink! However, the Costanza already is looming in my future.
posted by tommybiden at 06:09 PM on July 03
CFL Pickem Week 5: Clearly Canadian
My picks:
Blue Bombers by 7 (lock)
Tiger-Cats by 10 (lock)
Alouettes by 4 (lock)
Redblacks by 7 (lock)
posted by scooby10672 at 04:36 PM on July 03
CFL Pickem Week 5: Clearly Canadian
My picks:
Blue Bombers by 13 (lock)
Tiger-Cats by 14 (lock)
Alouettes by 15 (lock)
Redblacks by 3
The Redblacks are my Canadian Jaguars. I will keep picking them until they start winning.
posted by rcade at 03:15 PM on July 03
CFL Pickem Week 3: It Should've Been the Elk
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posted by Andreaa23 at 12:59 AM on July 03
SportsFilter: The Saturday Huddle
Word hurdle is more than just a word game"it's a daily exercise in critical thinking, vocabulary, and pattern recognition. Its easy-to-learn mechanics combined with clever challenges make it one of the best free online games for all ages.
posted by Andreaa23 at 12:52 AM on July 03
SportsFilter: The Wednesday Huddle
The Brantford Bulldogs select 7-foot, 273-pound defenceman in CHL import draft
posted by tommybiden at 09:07 PM on July 02
SportsFilter: The Tuesday Huddle
I believe that we have only 10 Bobby Bonilla Days remaining.
It will always be Bobby Bonilla Day!
posted by tommybiden at 01:22 PM on July 02
SportsFilter: The Tuesday Huddle
May I echo tommybiden in wishing all a happy Canada Day. I guess that Confederation thing worked out ok. 10 more paydays for Bobby Bonilla. He'll need to start putting away some of that money for a rainy day. I can suggest a good financial advisor.
posted by Howard_T at 02:45 PM on July 01
SportsFilter: The Tuesday Huddle
I believe that we have only 10 Bobby Bonilla Days remaining.
posted by NoMich at 08:50 AM on July 01
SportsFilter: The Tuesday Huddle
Happy Bobby Bonilla Day and Happy Canada Day to those who celebrate!
posted by tommybiden at 08:45 AM on July 01
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Listen man, just don't run on Parker. Especially not in the 1979 All Star game. OK?
posted by NoMich at 10:40 PM on June 30
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
RIP Dave Parker. Loved that guy, loved those 70's Pirates teams. And the unis. A perfect combo of elements.
Dave wasn't the first player to have his own walkup music, but he was definitely one of the first to make it a thing.
When walkup music got to the point where pesky .250 bat choking contact hitter Craig Counsell was tracking Jimi Hendrix's "All Along The Watchtower" as a walkup, I said OK, this shit has gotten way out of hand. Commissioner's office should have said "No. You can use Barry Manilow or The Bee Gees. Not Jimi."
posted by beaverboard at 04:41 PM on June 30
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Wemby's been working on his long-range game this Summer, seems to be working. Sheesh.
posted by Ufez Jones at 10:40 AM on June 30
SportsFilter: The Saturday Huddle
LOL