January 26, 2012
For Carmona, a Faustian Bargain
In this edition of the Slant Pattern, SC’s Kevin Beane wrestles with the causes and implications of Fausto Carmona’s outing as an impostor. But as tough as the ethical issues may be, it’s worth remembering a certain game he pitched in 2007. Complete Story
January 12, 2012
Slant Pattern Mailbag
In this Slant Pattern, SC’s Kevin Beane takes on the letters written to other sports writers, and explains the ideals for the NCAA football playoffs, NFL playoffs, Pitt scoring woes, and even tennis. Complete Story
December 29, 2011
Slant Pattern Year-End Odds and Ends
SC’s Kevin Beane takes a look at year-end columns as a principle and decides they should be done away with. He also looks at Tim Tebow, coaching mistakes, and more in this week’s Slant Pattern. Complete Story
December 15, 2011
The Best and Worst College Incumbents
In this edition of the Slant Pattern, SC’s Kevin Beane looks at the five best college coaches of the 2011 season that as of now have managed to not get hired away by a bigger program, and the five who are lucky to still have a head coaching job. Complete Story
December 1, 2011
Why Aren’t You in Bed, Mister?
In this edition of Slant Pattern, SC’s Kevin Beane fondly remembers the days of listening to football and watching basketball way past his bedtime, trying to keep his parents none the wiser, and tries to recapture that magic today. Complete Story
November 10, 2011
On Paterno, McQueary, and the Rest of Us
SC’s Kevin Beane examines the roles behind Mike McQueary’s and Joe Paterno’s actions — or lack thereof — in the Penn State scandal. For McQueary, he finds contempt and a belief he is deserving of no pity. Paterno’s more complicated. Complete Story
October 28, 2011
Big Ten Logos, Past and Present
SC’s Kevin Beane examines and mostly hates on the logos of the Big Ten. He also uncovers some retired and secondary logos that range from bizarre to sublime, including a hammer-wielding basketball player, a marginalized Michigan State fan, and a Wildcat that has Seen Beyond. Complete Story
October 13, 2011
Week 1 College Basketball Preview
College Basketball is less than a month away! SC’s Kevin Beane gives us his Week 1 preview with his annual look at the season tip-off tournament, the Coaches vs. Cancer Classic, and takes a look at the other intriguing first week matchups. Complete Story
September 29, 2011
Anatomy of Upsets
In this Slant Pattern, SC’s Kevin Beane breaks down a big weekend of upsets last Saturday and the implications of each game, and more importantly, delivers a condemnation of arena food. Complete Story
September 15, 2011
College Football Odds and Ends
SC’s Kevin Beane takes a look at the upsets that have taken place in the first two weeks of the college football season, recounts his trip to Kyle Field in College Station, and explains that Notre Dame might be better than you think — or not. Complete Story
More Slant Pattern Commentary
| 09.01.11 | Taking the Fun Out of Football | By Kevin Beane |
| 08.11.11 | The Greatest Weekend in Sports | By Kevin Beane |
| 07.28.11 | Realigning the NFL | By Kevin Beane |
| 07.14.11 | NFL Odds and Ends | By Kevin Beane |
| 06.30.11 | 2011 CFL Preview | By Kevin Beane |
| 06.16.11 | Gold Cup Heats Up | By Kevin Beane |
| 06.02.11 | 2011 Gold Cup Preview | By Kevin Beane |
| 05.19.11 | Early-Season College Hoops Matchups | By Kevin Beane |
| 05.05.11 | College Football Reader Questions | By Kevin Beane |
| 04.21.11 | A Look at the 2011 NFL Schedule | By Kevin Beane |
| 04.07.11 | Sports Television: Past and Present | By Kevin Beane |
| 03.24.11 | NFL Rule Changes on the Horizon | By Kevin Beane |
| 03.10.11 | The Case For Jim Tressel | By Kevin Beane |
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