Tag Archives: Bill Russell

Bridges, Streets and Statues

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Gerry

It’s nice to honor worthies after they’re gone, and it’s even nicer to let them know how appreciated they are while they’re still with us. The late mayor of Hartford, Mike Peters, will have his name attached to a bridge … Continue reading →

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Long, Long Overdue

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Gerry

Red Auerbach, Ted Williams, Bobby Orr and Doug Flutie (!) will live forever in statue form in Boston. And finally, so will the greatest team player in sports history, Bill Russell.  Russell not only deserves a statue for his accomplishments … Continue reading →

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Put Up Or Shut Up

Posted on March 24, 2009 by Gerry

Curt Schilling never had to shut up because he always put up. The guy played four years in Boston and helped win two World Series.  Ted?  Yaz?  They went O-for-forever. Read his retirement post on his blog.  Then peruse some … Continue reading →

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