Blog: The Hardball Times
Blogger: Various Artists
Location: Everywhere!
Have I Met Him? Some of them
Why They’re On the ‘Roll: A virtual clearinghouse of baseball analysis, led by the aforementioned Aaron Gleeman and former Bill James assistant Matthew Namee. Informed and funny looks at the national pastime, from a decidedly sabermetric perspective.
Best. Post. Ever.: A panel discussion/chat during last week’s All-Star Game. (Gleeman: “Ruben Studdard looks like he ate C.C. Sabathia.”)
Blog: The Head Heeb
Blogger: Jonathan Edelstein
Location: Queens
Have I Met Him? No
Why He’s On the ‘Roll: One of the best-named blogs in the world, “Head Heeb” is the home of New York lawyer Jonathan, who doesn’t limit his writing to Judaism or Israel at all; he also frequently discuses legal issues, as well as Asian, Pacific, and African politics.
Best. Post. Ever.: A look at Jordan’s role in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, titled (of course) ‘Return of the King.”
Blog: The Hebrew Lion/Adventures in Jerusalem
Blogger: Ari
Location: Jerusalem
Have I Met Him? Yes
Why He’s On the ‘Roll: A Brandeis-grad-turned-Hebrew-University grad student, Ari now blogs about his experiences living in Israel; the blog is so-named because “Ari” is Hebrew for “Lion.”
Best. Post. Ever.: A look at the recent International Court of Justice decision on Israel’s protective fence.
Blog: Hi, I’m Black!
Blogger: Glenn
Location: Sacramento area
Have I Met Him? No
Why He’re On the ‘Roll: This very funny blog is decorated with images of Mr. T, as is Glenn’s second blog, ClubberLang.com. He also runs a porn blog called Not Work Safe, which makes him the only pornographer on my blogroll- but that’s only because I’ve neglected to list Nick Denton or Luke Ford.
Best. Post. Ever.: Glenn makes fun of one of those “sugar daddy wanted” ads on CraigsList.