In August of 2005, former Grizzlies GM Jerry West orchestrated one of the biggest trades in NBA history. This was my take.
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Two Cents: Indians and Braves Not Allowed in NCAA Tourney (8/10/05)
In August of 2005, the NCAA determined some mascot names wouldn’t be allowed to play in the college basketball tournament unless their names were changed.
Two Cents: Selig Pouts as Rogers Returns to Mound (8/12/05)
In August of 2005, Bud Selig’s suspension of Texas Rangers’ ace Kenny Rogers was reduced. Here’s my column on how Bud should’ve reacted.
Two Cents: Eagles Should KO T.O. Mess Before it’s Too Late (8/17/05)
My take on the fractured relationship between Terrell Owens and the Philadelphia Eagles from August, 2005.
Two Cents: Forget Watching the Season, Just Read These Picks (8/19/05)
NFL preseason picks from August, 2005.
Two Cents: More Random Thoughts in Today’s Edition of “What a Wonderful Smell You’ve Discovered” (8/26/05)
A column of random thoughts from the sporting world in August, 2005.
Two Cents: Athletes Should Provide More Hurricane Relief (9/02/2005)
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, athletes were among those helping by donating money. This is my column from September, 2005 explaining how it wasn’t enough.
Two Cents: Agassi’s Win Proves the Elderly are Doing it for Themselves (9/14/2005)
In September of 2005, the ancient Andre Agassi made the finals of the U.S. Open at the age of 35.
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