Jeffrey Littrell

Jeffrey Littrell is an avid sports enthusiast and fan of the New York Yankees, Oakland Raiders, and Indiana Pacers. He has had over fifty poems published and is also currently writing a series of humorous essays. Among his influences are Hunter S. Thompson, Bob Dylan, Eddie Vedder, and Dave Barry. He lives in southern Indiana.

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THE FREE AGENT FRENZY OF BASEBALL’S OFFSEASON

Remember “Who’s On First?”  the classic routine perfected by the legendary comedy team of Abbott and Costello ? If you’re too young to know what I‘m talking about, then YouTube it sometime.…Read More

2013 NASCAR PREVIEW- Top 30 Drivers in the Sprint Cup Series

It’s almost time for the gentlemen ( and ladies ) to start their engines again ! There are a lot of driver and crew chief changes that have taken place in the off-season. The Sprint Cup season begins…Read More

NHL Power Rankings-What Team Is Tops on the Ice?

If fan reaction and television ratings are a good indicator, then the NHL is back stronger than it has been in years. There were both surprises and upsets in this first week. There were some impressive…Read More

Fantasy Hockey-Top 100 Overall Rankings

Well, finally the quarreling, backstabbing, and name-calling is over with. No, I’m not talking about the Lohan family reunion. The NHL strike has ended, just in time to save the season. A 48 or 50-game…Read More

NBA Power Rankings – Week 8 Update

Two months into the NBA season is a good time to reassess the power rankings and evaluate the teams and players once again. At the very least, it gives those of us who’ve been eliminated in our fantasy…Read More

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Top Ten Players to Avoid in Next Year’s Fantasy Football Draft

Many of you are out there gloating, as the fantasy football gods have blessed you with a team still…Read More

The “Thanksgiving Classic “ Kicks off Week 12-NFL and Fantasy Football

The NFL’s “ Thanksgiving Classic “ currently consists of three games scheduled throughout the…Read More

2012-13 Preseason NBA Power Rankings: What’s the Outlook for Your Team?

The MLB World Series is over and there seems that no end is in sight for the NHL strike. If your favorite…Read More

Fantasy Football Evaluation- 15 Pickups and Busts For NFL Week 7

Six weeks into the season is an excellent time to assess your team’s strengths and weaknesses, consider…Read More

Fantasy Football Meets “The Bizarro World”

I’ve been trying to wrap my head around some of the surprises and busts from the first four weeks…Read More

If Your Fantasy Football Team Is 0-2, Don’t Panic!

Like a lot of you, I have a team that is currently 0-2 right out of the gate. It irritates me greatly,…Read More

How Fantasy Football Enhances the Overall Fan Experience by Jeffrey Littrell

I love the NFL and I almost love playing fantasy football as much as watching the games themselves.…Read More

Fantasy Football-Training Camp Holdouts, Injury Risks, and Hidden Gems

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. No, I’m not speaking of the yuletide season. At least…Read More

Knuckleball Pitchers : A Vanishing Breed by Jeffrey Littrell

Knuckleball pitchers have never occupied a large percentage of pitching staffs at any time in baseball…Read More

The Mid-summer Classic : Baseball’s Showcase by Jeffrey Littrell

Of all the major sports, I believe that Major League Baseball has shown to be the best at presenting…Read More

The Pros And Cons Of Modern Day Televised Sports by Jeffrey Littrell

ABC’s “Wide World Of Sports“ ran regularly on American television from April 29, 1961 – August…Read More

Catching – Baseball’s Toughest Gig by Jeffrey Littrell

There would have to be a good reason that a catcher’s protective gear has long held the unflattering…Read More

Aroldis Chapman, Weapon of Mass Destruction-by Jeffrey Littrell

Baseball is enjoyed in Cuba with an almost religious fervor and the Cuban National team has long been…Read More

The Indiana Pacers Long Road Back to Respectability by Jeffrey Littrell

The Indiana Pacers have had as colorful a history as the red, white and blue ball they used in their…Read More

How to succeed in fantasy sports (but not at the expense or your marriage or social life)by Jeffrey Littrell

Now that I’ve got your attention, I can freely admit to you, that you can not give your best effort…Read More