Posted By Frank Negron on September 8, 2010

Chasing Snooki – Jersey Shore

Fist pumps, GTL, GFF… what the heck is all that?  If you spend your Thursday nights at 10 PM on MTV, then you know exactly what that is — Jersey Shore.  It’s America’s favorite guilty pleasure!  Whether you love it or hate it, they get you talking and it has the Chasing Records team now starting to blog about it.

To be honest, at first I thought the show was horrible and was just a bunch of nonsense, but now I am a fan and I am hooked!  I make sure I’m home Thursday nights to see what happens next.  Crazy right?  Yea, I think so too.  So how did it happen?  I can only speak for myself, but I watched one episode just to see what all the fuss was over and I somehow got sucked in to all the hype.

Overall, I find the show to be funny as hell!  Some of the things they do are ridiculous, hilarious, and some have so much drama involved that you can’t turn away from the TV.  Not to mention that every Thursday night, it seems as though Facebook status updates are filled with everyone watching each minute of the show.  Whether it’s a funny moment, a slick comment, or some type of drama, you’ll know what’s going on by just following the status updates… it’s like a play-by-play of every episode.  It’s insane!  The popularity of the show is incredible.

So starting this Friday, I’ll have a full recap and thoughts about Thursday’s brand new episode and will continue to do so each and every week.  As we approach this Thursday’s episode, let’s bring you up to speed on what’s been going on.

This season has focused on Ron and Sam’s relationship — the good and the bad; mostly bad.  Ron has gone out and hooked up with girls while at the end of the night coming home to Sam and telling her he loves her.  This happens on more than one occasion.  The rest of the house sees this and keeps quiet to Sam.  The girls feel horrible about what’s going on and feel they should tell Sam, but don’t want to jeopardize their friendship with Ron, so they write an anonymous letter stating everything Ron has done.  They slip it in Sam’s drawer, she finds it, confronts Ron, but he still denies everything.  Of course, Ron and Sam want to find out who wrote the note but no one confesses.

Over time, Sam figures out it was Snooki and JWoww who wrote the letter.  Angelina later confirms this.  Then, after a night out, Sam and JWoww get into a heated argument over the letter and they start swinging at each other!  This is where we are in the season.

If you’ve seen every episode then you know how much build up there was to this cat fight.  And of course, MTV decides to have the show end right as Sam takes a right hook towards JWoww.  So we’ll have to wait until next week to see what’s going on.  This is the perfect episode to watch if you have never seen it before.  The drama and the fight will get you hooked and wanting more!

On that note, be sure to tune in on Thursday night!  And we’ll see you Friday for the Jersey Shore discussions and recap.

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-Frank Negron

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Posted By Chasing Records on September 7, 2010

Twitter Tuesdays

The Chasing Records Question of the Day is Available via Twitter & Facebook

“With the New York Jets and cornerback Darrelle Revis finally coming to terms on a 4-year contract worth $46 million… is Gang Green a true Super Bowl contender now that their shut down corner is back?”

We’re talking New York Jets Football on The Forum so join our discussions for your chance to win NFL apparel, collectibles, and FREE tickets!

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Posted By Chasing Records on September 6, 2010

A-Rod Returns, Andy Coming Soon

On Sunday, the New York Yankees got their most important hitter back in the line-up; the one and only: Alex Rodriguez.  Rodriguez was activated off the DL and he played in his first game since August 21st.  He went 2 for 5 with an RBI and reported no pain after the game.

The Yankees are 21-3 without A-Rod in the line-up this season, a stat is inexplicable.  The Bronx Bombers took 2 of 3 this weekend from the Toronto Blue Jays. As a result, their lead in the A.L. East increased to 2.5 games over the Tampa Bay Rays, while the Boston Red Sox trail by 9.5 games.

In other good news, Andy Pettitte threw another bullpen session on Saturday and said he felt fine.  He will throw another session today and if all goes well, he will make a start for a minor league game on Thursday, and his return to the Yankees is right around the corner.  His presence in the rotation is greatly needed.  He appeared to be on his way to a career season before his injury occurred, but the important thing is that he’s healthy for the stretch run and of course… healthy for October baseball.

The Baltimore Orioles come to town for the next three days.  On this Labor Day, the Yankees will send AJ Burnett out to continue off his strong recent outing.  The Yankees had their 8 game winning streak snapped yesterday, but look to start another one this afternoon.  The Yankees appear a lock for October at the moment, so now it’s just about getting everyone ready for that big run into the postseason.

As summer comes to an end, have a great and safe Labor Day everyone!

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-Frank Negron

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Posted By Chasing Records on September 5, 2010

Chasing Records – Social Networks

Just a friendly reminder for the Chasing Records Faithful to check out our social networking sites for all the latest updates, news, stories, and fan interaction!  Chasing Records is available on Facebook, MySpace, YouTube, and Twitter so be sure to check it out! (click on the photo to become a member of our social networks)

You will also have access to additional photos and videos from our Full Focus Fridays events, as well as details on the latest promotions, prizes, contests, and giveaways from the Chasing Records team.  We look forward to hearing from you!

-Bald Jesus

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Posted By Chasing Records on September 4, 2010

Labor Day Weekend

The Chasing Records and Full Focus team would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy & Safe Labor Day weekend!  We’re looking forward to all the festivities, celebrations, and of course — all the great sports action!

::: Coming Soon to Chasing Records :::

• MLB Hall of Fame Debates
• Movie Reviews & Discussions
• Player Profiles on NY Athletes
• Ten Question Interview Features

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We look forward to hearing from you!

-Bald Jesus

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Posted By Chasing Records on September 3, 2010

One Hit Wonder

Say what you want about the Oakland Athletics and the Chicago White Sox, but during their six game winning streak, the New York Yankees have looked like the best team in baseball.  During two of the six victories, they did not get a great outing from a starting pitcher, but the offense picked it up.  In three other wins, the offense was suspect, but the starting pitcher carried the team.  All of a sudden, the Yankees head into Labor Day weekend with a 1.5 game lead over Tampa Bay, and a magic number to clinch the playoffs of 21 over the Boston Red Sox.

CC Sabathia should be in control of the American League Cy Young Award, but sometimes, voters do not choose to support Yankees.  We’ve seen this before.  In 2003, Hideki Matsui was not awarded the Rookie of the Year title because he wasn’t considered a first-year player due to his career in Tokyo.  The award went to Angel Berroa instead, who has not had much of a career since then.  There is a fine argument for not considering Matsui a rookie, except for the fact that Ichiro Suzuki was deemed AL Rookie of the Year two years earlier.  Fast forward to 2006: Derek Jeter has a monster year which includes a .343 batting average and 97 RBI’s… from the number two spot in the order.  The MVP award went to Justin Morneau, who had a very good season, but some voters did not even put Jeter in the top five for the award.  Let’s just hope the writers are able to look past the uniform and see the 19 wins that CC has on September 2nd, far more than anyone else in baseball.

Sabathia was lights out on Thursday, which he has been for two full months.  By holding the Athletics scoreless over eight frames, his ERA dropped to 3.02.  Another outing or two like this, and the Yankees will have a 20-game winner with an ERA somewhere in the two-range.  He’s been worth every single penny.  Speaking of earning his pay, how about hitting coach Kevin Long?  What he has done to Granderson’s swing in the middle of a season is incredible.  After being inserted in the line-up in the second inning, Curtis Granderson cracked two bombs to right field, giving CC all the support he needed for a sweep of the Oakland A’s.

Keep an eye on Lance Berkman.  I just have a feeling that this guy is going to give the Yankees a big time September and make Joe Girardi really think about who his DH should be come October.  In three at bats, Berkman has two hits since his return from the DL Wednesday night.  Marcus Thames has been hot against left-handers, so don’t be surprised to see a DH platoon between Lance and Marcus the rest of the way.

The Yankees needed to take 2 out of 3 and at least win the series from Oakland this week.  It sounds like a tall order, especially considering the Yankees’ ownership of the best record in baseball.  But take a look at their September schedule.  After six more home games against Toronto and the upstart Baltimore Orioles, they head off to take on Texas, Tampa Bay, and Baltimore on the road.  Texas and Tampa Bay have been very good at home, and Buck Showalter has the Orioles playing winning baseball since his arrival.  After this current homestand, the Bronx Bombers only host seven more regular season games at Yankee Stadium.  These seven games will take place against Tampa Bay and Boston, both post-season contenders.  The grueling month ends with another six game road trip in Toronto and at Fenway Park, two difficult places to play.  Piling on wins is critical, especially with a tight battle for AL East supremacy.

I would never ever root for a rain out.  Yankee games are one of the things I look forward to every day.  But if Hurricane Earl hits New York and the Yankees get an off-day Friday, it wouldn’t be such a horrible thing.  Derek Jeter looks like he needs a week off, and Robinson Cano showed some signs of fatigue on Thursday as well.  Anytime you can rest the studs in the bullpen, it’s a plus.  The threat of a double-header looms on Saturday, but rosters have expanded so the Yankees should be able to get by.  If they can dominate the rest of their home-stand, and keep their heads above water for the remainder of the season, the New York Yankees should have no trouble reaching the post-season for the 15th time in the past 16 years.

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-Eric Kopp

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Posted By Chasing Records on September 2, 2010

Knicks Night Live on MSG

A friendly reminder to the Chasing Records Faithful and New York Knicks fans to check out tonight’s episode of Knicks Night Live on MSG — Thursday nights, 8:00 PM. www.MSG.com/Knicks

Knicks Night Live is home to New York Knicks fans and provides first-access to the latest off-season coverage and breaking news surrounding the NBA, free-agent signings, press conferences, exclusive interviews, and much more!  Knicks Night Live is hosted by Al Trautwig and provides fans with instant inside access and expert analysis.

Be sure to tune in TONIGHT as Knicks Night Live will highlight the following:

• Uncertainty for Denver & Carmelo: Good for New York
• The NY Knicks Regular Season Schedule: 2010-2011
• Amare Stoudamire on Moving to NYC: Stoudamire

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-Bald Jesus

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