Eric Rosenhek - Contributor

February 17, 2010 by Eric Rosenhek

There are many words that define Bernie Williams: clutch hitter, Yankee hero, All-Star, World Series champion, future Hall-of-Famer. But it's probably safe to say that most people would be surprised if they found out words like "guitarist" and "critically-acclaimed musician" could also describe him. As it turns out, the baseball...

November 11, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

The 2009 Major League Baseball season was filled with many notable moments. Colorado's turnaround. Manny Ramirez's suspension. Mark Buehrle's perfect game. Like any year, there were the highs, the lows, the surprises and the disappointments. We expressed sorrow for Nick Adenhart - a life that passed on way too soon. We...

October 9, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

The Bucs are one of the oldest teams in Major League Baseball. But what ever happened to them? This is a franchise that has produced stars Roberto Clemente, Willie Stargell, Bill Mazeroski and Jason Bay and on top of that they play in (arguably) one of the best ballparks in...

September 29, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

Your time with the Blue Jays will always remain a mystery. How on Earth did you convince JP Riccardi that you were worth all that money? 55 million over five years. Better question: How did you convince New York you were worth even more? 82.5 million over five years. I...

September 18, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

Blue Jay fans love John McDonald. It's a surprising form of loyalty since the veteran shortstop spends the majority of the season in the dugout. However, there's something about "Johnny Mac" that has captured Toronto's collective heart, despite his career .238 average (as of Sept. 14). Maybe it's his highlight...

August 20, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

In a couple of months, the Cleveland Cavaliers will enter a realm of uncertainty as they embark on a season that will dictate the team's future. Not surprisingly, that future depends on the future of their franchise player. As has been a point of discussion throughout the NBA for much...

July 27, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

Life has been good for the San Francisco Giants. At the All-Star break, the Giants led the National League Wild Card standings by two games with a record of 49-39. Right-hander Tim Lincecum was the NL starter at the All-Star Game and is the reigning NL Cy Young Award winner....

July 10, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

All-Star games have taken on a special significance for athletes, coaches, journalists and fans. It provides a time to reflect on everything that has occurred so far in a sport's respective season and what needs to be achieved in the future. Most of all, they allow the best of the...

July 1, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

Although they are prone to a variety of injuries, there is one particular injury that pitchers desperately try to avoid. It involves three words that strike fear in the heart of any hurler: Tommy John surgery. The infamous procedure is considered to be very serious as it involves a long...

June 10, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

The ninth inning is about to commence at the Rogers Centre. The hometown Blue Jays are ahead by one run. Coming out of the left field bullpen is Toronto's closer, Scott Downs. As he runs to the mound, the wind picks up Downs' long dark hair, tucked so neatly under...

June 4, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

On June 5th, 1989, the Rogers Centre in Toronto (then known as the SkyDome) opened its doors for its first-ever professional sporting event. Since then, there have been countless events held inside this unique facility. The Rogers Centre was a true architectural achievement, becoming the first stadium to have a...

May 19, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

Major League Baseball has gone through many changes since Bud Selig became commissioner in 1992. Selig's tenure has featured the initiation of the current playoff format, interleague play and the World Baseball Classic. There have also been dark moments such as the steroids scandal and the 1994 players strike. In...

May 12, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

Deep in the Carolina Hurricanes' vast collection of promotional photos is a picture of a young Ron Francis. The future hall-of-famer, decked out in the colours of the Hartford Whalers, is seen jumping in the air after scoring a goal against the Philadelphia Flyers. What makes the photo unique isn't...

May 6, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

As Wayne Gretzky skated around the ice during his final NHL match, there was celebration and sadness wafting through Madison Square Garden. The historic career of "The Great One" was coming to an end. It was a vocation that captivated hockey fans in Canada and the United States. The number...

April 9, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

Last week, various sports websites and magazines gave their 2009 Major League Baseball predictions. These publications listed who would make the playoffs and who would pick up individual hardware. One could follow in the footsteps of these acclaimed journals; but where's the fun in that? So instead of listing the...

April 1, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

September 29, 2004, was a somber day in Montreal. The Expos, a summer fixture for over 30 years, were playing their final game. The mood changed several times inside the Olympic Stadium that night. There was a sense of celebration as a banner was unfurled and acknowledged the Expos as...

March 27, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

A professional baseball team in Washington D.C. seems like a natural fit. It only makes sense for "America's pastime" to have representation in the U.S. capital. But ironically, there has been very little success for baseball fans in Washington to enjoy; and as the Washington Nationals prepare for their fifth...

March 12, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

Last year at this time, anyone who suggested that the Tampa Bay Rays would win the American League pennant would've probably been laughed at. Experts knew the Rays were improving, but no one expected the improvements to occur so quickly. After finishing last in the AL East for the majority...

March 3, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

On March 4th, many Canadian sports fans will abandon their daily chores and sit in front of their television sets, listening and watching attentively. Their reason won't be to watch a championship match or the opening ceremonies of a prestigious tournament. Instead, fans will stop everything they normally do for...

February 9, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

When the Toronto Maple Leafs left Maple Leaf Gardens in 1999, the promotional slogan was 'Memories and Dreams.' This tagline not only reflected on the moments that occurred in fabled hockey arena, but also the moments that would occur in the Leafs' new arena, the Air Canada Centre. It has...

February 5, 2009 by Eric Rosenhek

Jake Voskuhl sits with his teammates, watching the game attentively. His hands are clasped together. His feet are planted firmly on the floor of the Air Canada Centre. When his Toronto Raptor teammates make a big play, he jumps up and applauds enthusiastically; and when a timeout is called, he's...