Articles by Alan Draper (246319)
“I’m glad I didn’t give up, but it did cross my mind.” Chris Smith’s Sox debut marks long road back
Hello, my name is Mike Scandura, and I’m the newest member of the Fire Brand circle. For more information on…
Read moreBoston Media Turns on The Sox
Nothing like a 1 game losing streak to bring out some overreacting negative press in the Hub. Take a look…
Read moreOffensive coaches excerpts
Q: Do you still think the guy that was drafted number one overall is still inside David Carr? Palmer: “I…
Read moreSome Titan Memorial Day weekend notes
Memorial Day weekend is officially upon us. As most of us travel to see loved ones or prepare to host…
Read moreSpurs Experiencing Deja Vu
Coming off of a very hard loss in game 1, in which San Antonio gave up a 20 point lead,…
Read moreWinning Streak Ends With Ugly Loss To Oakland
The Red Sox had a hard time getting to Harden who was pitching a perfect game until Pedroia homered off…
Read moreTavarez Changes His Mind…Becomes A Free Agent
Last week Julian Tavarez accepted an assignment with the PawSox but Thursday he called them to say he would become…
Read moreMagadan Gets Tossed in the 6th
Red Sox hitting coach Dave Magadan was ejected by the home plate umpire for yelling from the dugout. J.D. Drew…
Read moreSpring Fishwrap – Baylor Edition
Ah, yes, Baylor. When I hear the name, I think of only one thing…. You were a great DH, Don…
Read moreWake Getting Pounded Early
Tim Wakefield has given up 3 runs in the first including a two run homer to Frank Thomas. Fenway West-…
Read morePaul Pierce Is Environmentally Friendly
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t07oOZ5enIY] This is Paul Pierce doing a photo shoot in 2006 for DUB Magazine … which is dedicated to "Automotive Lifestyles" Paul's…
Read moreStop This Man
Before I delve into my analysis of Antonio McDyess, I want to make it clear this was my plan before reading…
Read moreFeelin’ Good
The Celts are hours away from Game 3… and everyone is feelin' good. On his team's health, Rivers joked: "Pretty…
Read moreHey… That’s RED’S Trick!
The Celtics are in "Detroit"… and the Pistons are playing Red's old tricks on the visiting team. You know you…
Read moreStreak ended
Tim Wakefield gave up 8 earned runs over 5 innings and Boston’s winning streak ended as they were beat by…
Read moreSpeculation on Miami’s draft pick
From Chad Ford/ESPN: If the Heat decide Mayo’s the guy, they may be able to swing a deal with the…
Read moreWolves Updates 5/24
From Nancy Marrapese-Burrell/Boston Globe: Comcast SportsNet will air one-hour pre- and postgame shows for every Celtics-Pistons game. In addition, CSN…
Read moreWings vs. Pens — In Your Words
We’ve got a bunch of entries into the SCF contest, and here are some of the best… Also, I’ll be…
Read moreBest Double Play tandem?
The fine folks broadcasting the Twins game today, Fox Sports North with Dick Bremer and Bert Blyleven have a little…
Read moreTonight’s Lineup 5/23 at Oakland
Jacoby Ellsbury, CF Dustin Pedroia, 2B David Ortiz, DH Manny Ramirez, LF Mike Lowell, 3B Kevin Youkilis, 1B J.D. Drew,…
Read moreHardy error leads to 5-1 Brewers’ loss
Just moments after J.J. Hardy scored the tying run in the top of the 5th, Hardy bobbled a grounder in…
Read moreSchilling Continues To Make Progress
Curt Schilling has been throwing from a distance of 100 feet and has been throwing breaking balls from 60 feet….
Read morePrimetime & Late Night Viewing Picks
MLBSeattle at New York Yankees – FSN Northwest/WWOR, 7 p.m.Texas at Cleveland – FSN Southwest/STO, 7 p.m.Minnesota at Detroit –…
Read moreFriday Megalinks Will Be Late
Right now, I’m having major computer issues and I don’t know when they’ll be fixed. I’m borrowing someone else’s computer….
Read moreRed Sox Sign 16 Year Old Australian Power Hitter
The Red Sox comb the world for new talent and believe they have found some with Boss Moanaroa, a 16…
Read more5/23: Can’t help but streakin…
Prev. Gm: Boston Red Sox (31-19) @ Oakland A’s 25-23) Tim Wakefield (3-2, 4.33) @ Rich Harden (2-0, 2.91) 10:05…
Read moreDungy says Philly PD not likely to implicate Harrison
On Mike and Mike in the Morning today, Tony Dungy said that they’ve talked to the Philly PD, and while…
Read moreMore Whining About Red Sox Nation
As the Red Sox continue to do well and have dedicated fans that follow their team like they are the…
Read morePenguins Stanley Cup Musical
If you follow this provided link, you may die. I followed it, am still here, and am encouraging you to…
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