Business School

In honor of Little Rachel’s commencement of business school, here’s a quick lesson:

What MLB learned after the 94-95 lockout:

Settle labor disputes before the contract expires

What the NBAlearned after the 2011 work stoppage:

A 72 game season is too long

What the NFL learned after 2011 lockout:

They make far too much money to miss even preseason games

What the NHL learned after the 2004-05 lost season:

NOTHING

Pat May Have Taken His Last At Bat

According to ESPN, Pat Burrell has acknowledged that his career is likely over.   Burrell was the first overall pick by the Phillies in the 1998 draft.  After helping the Phillies to capture their first World Series ring in 28 years, Burrell landed in Tampa Bay for a brief stay followed up by another World Series victory in 2010 with the San Francisco Giants.  A nagging foot injury which limited the outfielder to just 92 games last season, may finally send Burrell into the wonderful world of golf courses and Caribbean vacations.

Pat endured a love/hate relationship with the notoriously tough Phillies Phans probably because he never quite lived up to the hype (or his absurdly large paycheck).  He generally played it safe seemingly always letting the ball bounce in front of him while playing in the field or taking the walk while at bat.  But he’ll always have a soft spot in my heart.  And yes, the photo above has a little something to do with it.  Adios Patty.

(Photo courtesy of Phillies Photo Day 2008)

Weekend in a Flash

Here are a few things we are looking forward to this weekend

Martha Marcy May Marlene

Featuring it girl of the moment Elizabeth Oslen, this movie that has been garnering buzz since Sundance is finally making its way to a theater near you. 

Once Upon a Time

You’ve probably seen commercials for this super eerie ABC drama premiering on Sunday at 8 PM/est.  Brought to you by the same guys who did Lost, you can expect tons of surprises. 

Game 3 of the World Series

We’re knotted at one game a piece going into the third game in Arlington, TX.  While the first two games featured tough pitching and small ball, the Ball Park at Arlington may finally bring some big pops back into the game.  The last time the World Series was tied 1-1 was 2002. Can we finally see a Series go to seven games? 

(Photo: Getty Images)

J.Crew Factory Outlet Sale

Did you know J.Crew opens up its factory store on line during the weekends?  Well you do now.  We love their factory jeans.  They are cute, durable and totally comfortable for an absolute steal. 

 

What are you looking forward to this weekend?  Let us know @2littlecrayons on Twitter.