Among NHL and NBA series it’s sweep city out there, with three of four conference finals completely one sided affairs. Thank goodness for the Boston Celtics, who staved off elimination last night with a win over the Miami Heat. (NBA … Continue reading
In recent weeks and months and years we have been subject to proclamations, ceremonial and otherwise, that the coronavirus pandemic is “over.” (Pause for effect.) Here’s your hot take for today. The coronavirus pandemic is not officially over until every person … Continue reading
It’s hardly the first tribute I’ve done to Michael O’Connell Sr., but today’s episode of Math and Musings once again celebrates the man I call my greatest idol. We had the good fortune to live in the same house, and every … Continue reading
Florida, Las Vegas, Dallas, Carolina. Places to retire? No, that’s the Final Four of this year’s Stanley Cup Playoffs. Hockey. Ice hockey. Man triumphs over nature yet again. … Continue reading
I was dreaming of a Knicks-Lakers final and a first New York championship since 1973, but hey, the Celtics are kind of due too. Maybe a Boston-LA final? They ever have one of those? … Continue reading
It was one of the most pivotal days in Amercian history: May 14, 1998. Can you name the three monumental events that occurred? Tune in to Math and Musings to reminisce. … Continue reading
Neither the Heat nor the Lakers followed the script Monday night, but damned if they didn’t put up some entertaining games in victory. I think it’s probably too early to call another Lakers-Dodgers double for 2023, but if it happens … Continue reading
Nuggets and Celtics apparently got the message: lie down and let these series even up so we can put a few more games on TV. Nice. Your move, Miami. Your move, LA. … Continue reading
Today on the 101st episode of Math and Musings it’s two of my favorite subjects: sports and politics. Don’t worry, it’s mostly sports. … Continue reading
I’ve just finished my latest read, Alexandra Robbins’ The Teachers: A Year Inside America’s Most Vulnerable, Important Profession. With a subtitle like that you know it’s got to be good, right? And just look at those celebrity blurbs on the back! This … Continue reading