David K. Israel
Sure, you know your footballs, baseballs, tennis balls and basketballs. But what about the lesser-known balls? Let's take a closer look at some, er, odd balls now.
1. Jai Alai
David K. Israel
Last night was one of those nights when you're thankful for the new-ish MLB TV, which allowed me to watch all three extra-inning games simultaneously.
Chris Higgins
I've been hearing Will Shortz on NPR for years, doing the Sunday puzzle.
David K. Israel
2011 has been a difficult year for the Los Angeles Dodgers. With the owners going through a messy divorce (who gets the house?
Conor McKeon
Some of the most important literary figures of the last century had previously made a name for themselves in athletics.
Jason Plautz
We’ve heard plenty (probably too many) athletes try to become musicians. But what happens when it goes the other
Jason Plautz
When browsing Bill Simmons’ new long-form sports site, Grantland, I found myself wondering two things. First, what is a “Grantland”? And second, didn’t the New York Times try this
Scott Allen
In the opening chapter of his book, On the Shoulders of Giants: My Journey Through the Harlem Renaissance, NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar recounts the time a reporter asked him what profession he woul
Ethan Trex
Who doesn’t love Air Jordans? They’re favorites of everyone from basketball players to the fashion conscious.
Stacy Conradt
You might not know Michael Buffer by name, but trust me, you know his work:
Buffer came up with the catchphrase "Let's Get Ready to Rumble" thanks to a little inspiration from
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