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legal substances that give you a leg up on the competition which eventually turns into anabolic steroids and other banned substances. Two American sports in particular that are known for having anabolic steroids in their systems are football and baseball. “You’re OKAY It’s Just a Bruise” analyzes…

When asked about legalization, Bud Selig, the former commissioner of Major League Baseball, posed a weak rebuttal by citing Arnold Rothstein as a reason against legalization. Selig’s ideology is flawed in several ways. First of all, sports gambling has always been illegal in America, for all intents and purposes. Therefore, when Selig mentioned Rothstein it was a poor example because sports betting wasn’t legal when he fixed the World Series. Furthermore, it was easier to pull off such a caper…

The bird that is the attacker is like Doug's father, Mr. Swieteck and the defenseless bird that is below is like Doug. The similarity between the birds and Doug can be seen in the opening scene of the novel, when Doug has recieved a signed Yankees baseball cap from Joe Pepitone. Unfortunately, Doug's brother takes the cap and gives it to his friend who gives it to another friend named Glenn Dillard. While driving in a car with the top down,…

The Baseball Hall of Fame began in 1936 and Babe Ruth was elected one of the very first five inductees. Babe Ruth is a true American legend. Even to this day, he is known as the best baseball player. Therefore, Babe has made an impact on many lives around the world. Babe Ruth was a part of major league baseball spanned 22 seasons from 1914 to 1935, and during this time he set the bar for being a role model to younger generations and professionally for upcoming baseball players. The significant…

Jean-Michael Basquiat (1960-1988) was an emblematic artist of the 80’s visual arts. He was the only painter from the black race who got to be well positioned and recognized in the United States. Although he only painted for seven years, since he deceased in his 27, his work is prestigious and universally recognized. Basquiat’s work is enclosed in the neo-expressionism genre. His style transmits an unbridled freedom of expression combined with the suggestive, intense and aggressive lines, shapes…

Jackie Robinson, Melba Pattillo Beals, and Feng Ru, all faced life changing experiences that change both their lives and their countries. Jackie Robinsonś life changed when he became the first black man to play in the world series and major league baseball at a time of segregation in America.Jackie Robinson faced a life changing experience such as the moment when…

The Difference Between the Eras of Baseball “In 1936, in Cooperstown, New York five charter members: Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Honus Wagner, Christy Mathewson, and Walter Johnson were elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame” (History.com staff). Baseball has changed very much over the 86 years from the 30s to now. The salary of the players and coaches has greatly been inflated. The player ability and the everyday pitcher have changed very much, especially having a more balanced lineup now with 4 or 5…

The film 42, produced by Thomas Tull, tells the story of Jackie Robinson’s heroic effort to integrate Major League baseball. The film, which was released on April 12, 2013, shows how Branch Rickey (Harrison Ford) and Jackie Robinson (Chadwick Bosemen) endure countless amounts of taunting, resistance, and violence. This film review will discuss the characters and the impact they had on Robinson, the plot, and the consistent “personal relationship” theme. Of all the characters throughout the…

signed for his ability to play baseball before anything else. His managers and coaches advocated strongly to secure his spot in the league because he would win games. This notion supports NFL’s Vince Lombardi’s statement, “every time you win, you’re reborn and when you lose, you die a little”. This emphasis on winning isn’t just conveyed in the movie but in course readings as well. According to Jay (2004), when Branch Rickey signed Jackie Robinson to a Major League Baseball contract, the…

Rich Piana took steroids, fully aware of the serious risks they posed to his health. However, the 315 pound body builder ultimately met the consequences of taking steroids, when he suddenly fell into a coma, and died shortly thereafter at only 46 years of age. Sports are largely about exploring and stretching the limits of human athletic skill and aptitude. As athletes, we work to enhance our performance and up our abilities to our absolute maximum. However, steroids, as a means to enhance…