Mixed Martial Arts Links (12-8-11)
MMA: Rampage Jackson and 7 Fighters Who Aren’t What They Used to Be Bleacher Report Like most sports, mixed martial arts is filled with fighters who, during their heyday, were considered the very best of the best. Unfortunately for many of these mixed martial artists, their time as a top-notch fighter has quickly come to an end. … See […]
The Loss of a Legend: Joe Frazier Tribute
By: Patrick McElligott The death of former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier is a loss for more than the boxing community and the world of sports, for “Smokin’ Joe” represented a significant part of what was solid and dependable in American culture during an era of turmoil and social unrest. While far too many professional athletes […]
Wrestling Links (8-1-11)
WWE:Vince McMahon and the 25 Smartest Figures in Wrestling History Bleacher Report I first want to clarify that this is a list of pro wrestling smart figures in history. Which means people who had the right mind in how to run the business and people who came up with the right ideas. And there’s some who knew how long […]
FANTASY DREAM FIGHTS: Bernard Hopkins Vs. Carlos Monzon
[mpinpage] By: Tony Penecale In the world of sports, significant records will eventually get broken. Often, the holder of the former record will graciously pass the torch to the new record-setter. Hank Aaron was there to acknowledge Barry Bonds. Mark Spitz gave a ringing endorsement to Michael Phelps. But, not always! Carlos Monzon, the […]