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Brett Favre, Jenn Sterger, and Where Sports, Technology, and Reality Combine for Nasty Results
On October - 8 - 2010
Brett Favre is in the news again, and no, it's not about whether or not he will retire. By now, you’ve all heard about Brett Favre’s new nickname—“The Old Dongslinger” (coined by Jason Whitlock)—and how he got it. If not, here’s how. Favre allegedly sent a “sext message” (of his naked lower body) to Jenn Sterger in 2008, when both were employed by the New York Jets. Sterger, a sideline reporter for the team who is best known for donning tiny tops and cowgirl hats while rooting for FSU, reportedly sent an email to deadspin.com (the site that broke this ...
Colorado Rockies Elated After 11th Straight Win: From a Fan’s Perspective
On June - 15 - 2009
Today marked the 11th straight win for the Colorado Rockies, tying the Boston Red Sox for the longest streak in the current 2009 season.
But, it was not special for just that reason. It was also the first game I attended at Coors Field in 2009, the 17th straight year I have been privileged to attend in a row.
The Rockies were amazing for their 11th straight game, bringing back great, warm memories of 2007, in which they finished 20-of-21 and successfully brought back the LoDo Loonies, including myself.
The Rockies found themselves down 1-0 early, but tied the game ...