Sports broadcasts continually choose stupidity over logic

Sports broadcasts continually choose stupidity over logic

Say, what’s on TV? From the producers of the stupid questions quiz show “Where Did You Last Leave It?” welcome to “Fat Chance,” the sports game show that punishes common sense and rewards ignorance! Our contestants, selected from an audience of imbeciles, appear ready to go, so, as Michael Kay says, “Let’s do it.” Saturday … Read more

Craig Carton one of the fortunate in media to get a second chance

Craig Carton one of the fortunate in media to get a second chance

The resurrection and advancement of convicted, incarcerated criminal Craig Carton offers conspicuous proof that anyone can be forgiven. Well, almost anyone. And for almost anything. Certain sins, real or imagined, can never be forgiven or forgotten. There’s no coming back from them. Even if the accused broke no law or is abundantly innocent, he will … Read more

Hiring obscenity-laden Pat McAfee shows just how low ESPN is willing to go

Hiring obscenity-laden Pat McAfee shows just how low ESPN is willing to go

Years ago, Albert Brooks described performing a stand-up comedy routine before a young adult audience. He was bombing. No laughter. Then chants for the headliner, the late Richie Havens.  Desperate, Brooks had an idea. He decided to holler a cuss word, “S–t!” The crowd went wild. He’d won their hearts and the night.  It was … Read more

Michael Kay’s excuse for Giancarlo Stanton’s lack of hustle shows contempt for his audience

Michael Kay’s excuse for Giancarlo Stanton’s lack of hustle shows contempt for his audience

In his 31 years as a Yankees’ broadcaster, Michael Kay has created for himself a steady dilemma. He has painted himself into a corner that his fame and fortune cannot escape or reconcile. On one hand, he wants to be respected, admired and most of all cherished by local sports fans despite his obvious, admitted … Read more