25 Questions About….

ballsofsteelandfury - June 2, 2017June 1, 2017

This fucking masterpiece of writing: The Secret O Segredo No, I'm not talking about Oprah's bullshit book that millions of clueless housewives bought thinking they could fucking think their way to being thin and rich and beautiful. Fuck that shit. I'm talking about an article that Don T turned me on to through the

Back in the Barrel With Ya

BrettFavresColonoscopy - May 26, 2017May 26, 2017

Our esteemed alot of beer is out doing life things that may or may not be more important than reviewing beer for imaginary internet friends, so you're stuck with substitute teachers for the next few Beer Barrels. First sub up: ME! Last time I filled in for this column I wasn't

Your “Kind Of A ‘Blah’ Day” Tuesday Evening Open Thread

Beerguyrob - May 16, 2017May 16, 2017

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NFL Notes: Adam Jones pleaded guilty to a misdemeanour charge In Cincinnati today, avoiding a felony charge & trial for the obstruction incident he was involved in earlier this year. He apologized to the officer and the court, and was sentenced to time-served (2 days). Even though this was a "chuh"

Your “Well Joe, My Opinion Is, ‘DOOONN’T CAAARRE'” Thursday Evening Open Thread

Beerguyrob - May 4, 2017May 4, 2017

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NFL Notes: It's getting crowded in the booth, as Jay Cutler has apparently auditioned for John Lynch's old job at FOX. He must need the money, as he's not doing it for the health plan. The Lions are trying to get Matt Stafford to sign a long-term deal so they

25 Questions About…..

ballsofsteelandfury - April 20, 2017April 18, 2017

this thing. Today, as you know, is April 20. For the majority of the DFO audience, 4/20 means a celebration of the plant that is now legal to consume for personal recreational use in Colorado, Washington, Alaska, Maine, Massachussetts, Nevada, and Oregon. Recreational use will become legal in California on January

Pens-Jacks Quasi-Preview Or Some Such (mostly Ice Stillers)

WCS - April 12, 2017April 11, 2017

The Pittsburgh Ice Stillers commence their Stanley Cup title defense against the "third best" team in the Metro Division, Columbus. The Pens recorded their third-best record in franchise history with 111 points, which not only wasn't enough to win the division (piss off, Crapitals), but, has them playing the equally

Canadian Gothic

ballsofsteelandfury - April 2, 2017April 1, 2017

[INTERIOR of a high-rise condominium kitchen, Vancouver, B.C., Canada, 8:03 AM, on a Saturday] A happy-go-lucky Canadian boy is busy making breakfast. He sings a jolly tune with no actual words to it. Joey: Doobie doobie doo, dippy dappa doo... Suddenly, the phone rings. Joey: Gee, it's kinda early on a weekend. I wonder who

Your “It’s 4 Weeks Until the Draft!” Thursday Evening Open Thread

Beerguyrob - March 30, 2017March 30, 2017

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Start predicting how the Browns will waste all those draft picks. NFL News: In a bid to force Boltman's appearance at his Hall of Fame induction (to kill all in attendance), LaChargers have appointed LaDainian Tomlinson as a special assistant to the owner. A.J. McCarron isn't going anywhere, according to Marv

Champions’ League Quarterfinals Preview

ballsofsteelandfury - March 18, 2017March 17, 2017

It is traditionally at this point in the season that I follow up Hippo's awesome posts on the EPL with a retort of some kind talking about how great La Liga is. This year, you get it in post form. And you get it in the form of a Champions'

25 Questions About….

ballsofsteelandfury - March 16, 2017March 16, 2017

Well, it can't be the NFL because ain't nothin' happenin' (yes, I understand there was a lot of movement, but others like beerguyrob have handled that masterfully and Horatio's mock draft was brilliant). So, in the spirit of the season, we talk about what everyone is talking about today: The