Monthly Archives: May 2011

–Elijah Armold Every once and a while, sports can raise some interesting questions. One of which is whether or not to boo a former player. Sometimes, say in the case of LeBron James spurning the Cavalier faithful, the answer is … Continue reading →

If you read this site on a semiregular basis you know we love the Phillies and find the Nationals extremely interesting. That was before Jayson Werth’s contract. Well, Werth seems to have joined up with one of our favorite Nats-centered … Continue reading →

Although we here at The Southpaw consider Barry Bonds (1986-1998) one of the greatest players of all-time, he doesn’t get much applause. Today, he deserves a standing ovation. Bonds has offered to pay the college education of the children of … Continue reading →

Adam Jones with the big fly. Cleveland’s recipe for success. Oh, and don’t forget: We’re chatting at 3 p.m.

Anyone who knows The Southpaw – or reads this blog on a semi-regular basis – understands how I feel about one Chase Utley. He’s not my favorite Phillie. It’s not that I don’t root for him. It’s not that I … Continue reading →

Leading Off You think the Posada situation is awkward? Joe Posnanski points out the A-Rod deal is going to be rough now that Rodriguez is showing his age. It’s kind of like when you pick up “An Unfinished Life” at … Continue reading →

Looked intentional to me. Looks like someone should be demoted. Don’t know what the Southpaw’s talking about? Read the jump