Grimace's pitch wasn't exactly textbook—given his short arms and rotund physique, it was more spectacle than precision. Nevertheless, amidst the amusement of fans and players alike, something clicked. The Mets triumphed over the Miami Marlins that day, sparking a streak that now stands at an impressive seven consecutive victories.
The December resignation of ESPN chief John Skipper led to speculation of imminent harassment scandals, but the truth was far more complicated. Skipper now reveals that threats of extortion from his cocaine dealer placed both ESPN and his family in an “untenable position.”
Horse racing is so big here in New York, could this be the next big thing? Are these ladies participating in the next big sport or are they just horsing around?
With all of the controversy going on in the world of football recently, I sat down for a conversation with Gregg Easterbrook of ESPN.com, a guy who knows his stuff.