I watched a football game today that made me happy, anxious, excited, upset and then exhilarated. It reminded me of why I enjoy sports so much. The feelings I got today were a bit superficial but it was really just…
Category: Sports
It’s Just Emotion That’s Taking Me Over
If you aren’t a sports fan, it’s difficult to understand the pain that comes with your team losing. I know many people who respond to my emotional ties to sports with platitudes like “It’s just a game!” or “How can…
Red Sox still in last place but only three games out
Last night the Red Sox had an opportunity to sweep the Detroit Tigers, gain a bit in the standings and end the month of May on a winning note. But they didn’t.
Jon Lester pitches a complete game; Red Sox win their fourth consecutive
Last night Jon Lester made the expectations for Josh Beckett’s start this after noon even higher by pitching a complete game against the Seattle Mariners. His first (nine-inning) complete game sinceJune 27, 2010. The game came in at a swift…