Yesterday, Adam C — one of the All-Stars of B&C Commenters — requested a more “affirmative action” themed All-Star piece*.
This coincides with a great article from Dave Zirin showing up in my email inbox. (You can receive his column every week by emailing dave@edgeofsports.com.)
Here’s some highlights:
Let’s start with an email I received this morning from Kap Fulton:
“Who are Justin, Josh, Lance, Ryan, Dan, Grady, Chase, and Evan?
…. A. Bud Selig’s attempt at diversity: one Canadian.”
Yes, Justin Morneau, (the Canadian), Josh Hamilton, Lance Berkman, Ryan Braun, Dan Uggla, Grady Sizemore, Chase Utley, and Evan Longoria were the contestants in this year’s Home Run Derby on the eve of the 2008 All Star Game, and it
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