The Mosaic Newspaper: Sports Archives

Shotmaker Turned Sharks Around
Logging on to my computer on a chilly afternoon two years ago, a sports headline caught my immediate attention: Boston Bruins Star Joe Thornton Traded. My first impression was, "What a stupid move by the Bruins." I did not yet know which team acquired Thornton. When I clicked on the link and found out he was coming to the San Jose Sharks -- my favorite team -- I was at a loss for words. MORE...

Bonds Leaves Mixed Legacy
Ryan Allein grew up watching the San Francisco Giants and Barry Bonds. He followed Bonds' journey to hitting 73 home runs in 2001, an accomplishment that stands as the single-season home run record. He witnessed the Giants come oh-so-close in 2002 during the World Series against the Anaheim Angels. Yet, he still does not know where he stands on the controversy over Bonds. Allein said he is aware that although numerous allegations of Bonds' link to steroids have been made, Bonds has never been proven guilty. MORE...