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Alan Bass

Joined 7 months ago

  • 295 articles written
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Alan's Bio

I'm very simple: I love to write, and I love hockey more than anything in the world. My world and my life revolves around hockey. My work revolves around what time the game is on TV. Hockey is a priority. That's it. Hockey is a priority.

I am currently attending Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA. I will be majoring in psychology and minoring in business. This is to answer all questions about whether or not I want to go into journalism. No I don't, but my first year seminar was a journalism class, and I plan on taking other classes like this.

My dream is to go into hockey management, and one can easily see why through all of my hockey articles.

I like to think of myself as a hockey fan before a Flyers' fan. Yes, it would be my dream to see the Flyers' win the Stanley Cup, but I'm just as happy watching any other team do it. I love having rivalries with other teams, but that is not what my writing is about. When I write and comment, I like to think I'm giving my honest opinion, and not ranting like an unknowledgeable fan. If you disagree, please let me know immediately, because that is not what this site is about.

I am the community leader for the NHL and Philadelphia Flyers' page on Bleacher Report, and enjoy writing more than anything else. Unlike others, I will take whatever you have to say, no matter how inappropriate. You can't get me off the site by yelling at me and cursing me off, so there's no bother trying.

I have had articles featured on CBSSports.com, Foxsports.com, Russianhockey.us, Mats-sundin-news.com (is that a good thing?), Phillysportsaddict.com, and on Flyersnews.com.
I have also been interviewed on a WERS 88.9 FM in Boston by Matt Bogart and Sportsbyline radio by Rick Tittle.

If you have any questions about anything or anyone on this site, or if you just want to talk hockey, please feel free to message me on BR, Facebook, through e-mail at ALN424@aol.com or through AIM at ALN424.

Thank you to everyone for continuing to read my articles, and good luck with your own writing!
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Bleacher Report Awards Received (As voted for by members of the Bleacher Report NHL section):
Most Intelligent Writer: September 2008, October 2008
Funniest Article: October 2008 (Sarah Palin Likes Banging on the Boards and Grinding in the Corners)
Most Controversial Article: September 2008 (NHL Goaletender vs. NFL Quarterback: Which one is More Vital to Success?)

Alan Writes About

The Short List facts and information about Alan Bass

Favorite Athletes

Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier, Joni Pitkanen, Scottie Upshall, Gordie Howe, Scotty Bowman, Mike Keenan, Ken Holland

Favorite Sports Teams

Philadelphia Flyers, Philadelphia Phillies, Philadelphia Eagles, Philadelphia Soul, Philadelphia Kixx, Philadelphia Barrage, Philadelphia Wings, Muhlenberg Mules (Ice Hockey)

All Time Sports Moment

1980 USA Gold Medal Win

Most Memorable Game Attended

Philly vs. Washington Game 3 of 2008 Eastern Conference Quarterfinals, Flyers win 6-3

Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Gretzky's 50 goals in 39 games

Ruth or Mays?

Ruth--can't beat the Bambino

Unitas or Montana?

Montana--I never really watched Unitas at all, but I just love Joe

Jordan or Russell?

Jordan--Best player ever. No contest for me

Gretzky or Orr?

Orr--this is tough, but I love his skating ability and his ability to create plays. True, Gretz did the same, but I like Orr better.

Pele or Maradona?

Pele--who the heck is Maradona?

Federer or Sampras?

Federer--I love tennis, and this guy is just brilliant

Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger--Best golfer ever. He will soon pass Nicklaus' record

Petty or Earnhardt?

Earnhardt--He drove during a tougher time in NASCAR, while Petty drove towards the beginning when competition was often weak. I still love the King, but Ironhead is better.

Schumacher or Senna?

Schumacher--His championships speak for him

Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

ACC=Air Canada Centre

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  1. by Michoel
    about 6 hours ago

    Just doing some ranting:)

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/83647-philadelphia-eagles-the-most-underachieving-team-in-nfl-history

  2. by Lukas
    about 6 hours ago

    Hey Alan!

    I am trying to get my "You Vote" series out there, and I was wondering if you could vote for the best goalie in the NHL.

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/83922-you-vote-best-nhl-forward'

    Thanks,
    Lukas

  3. by Harani
    1 day ago

    Check my latest article out!

    Frustrated Carey Price Explodes in the Montreal Canadiens' locker room!
    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/83657-frustrated-carey-price-explodes-in-the-canadiens-locker-room

  4. by Zander
    3 days ago

    That's how we do it out in the west coast =)

    Z

  5. by MJ
    3 days ago

    Nice discussion Saturday. I expected to hear more from you about your Flyers matching up against Matt's Habs. I gave him a hard time on BR (didn't want to on air) about being a homer and voting for all Habs--I mean, Price and Komisarek shouldn't get free TICKETS to the All Star game, much less play!

  6. by Ken
    3 days ago

    We need to talk today about your #2 Flyers CL...trying to get one in order for the teams i can do one for.

  7. by Harani
    4 days ago

    Hey! Read my latest article on the current situation of the Montreal Canadiens.

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/82633-montreal-canadiens-battle-through-to-shootout-victory-against-blues

  8. by Miah
    5 days ago

    From “Jake the Snake” to “Ak-27”, the Montreal Canadiens have been dealing with numerous nicknames,

    Vote for you favourites,

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/82235-vote-for-greatest-montreal-canadiens-nickname-round-of-16

    the Montreal Canadiens community.

  9. by Daniel
    6 days ago

    Hi Alan,

    Thanks for commenting my article :)

  10. by Miah
    7 days ago

    i dont want to sound like a betraying fan (lol!) but I got agree with u on Komisarek. in fact, most fans were wondering like "komisarek? really?" . we could have said he is physical like a ... Dion Phaneuf for instance, but Phaneuf has far better offensive abilities. plus who are you going to hit at the all stars?!

    it is not more a conspiracy than Montreal fans trying to make a statement ... (i say that in a very objective way, I for one wish to see other players than those I see 82 times a year! lol)

    and in the marketing way, the NHL cant advertise with 6 montreal canadiens players. no one will make the treap to Montreal to see a normal roster! lol, it is early in the polls, but i dont think we will end up with a Habs vs. all stars game .

    drop by often in the Habs section these upcoming days, there will be a debate regarding that. anyway, I ll let u know

    MIah ;)

  11. by Miah
    7 days ago

    Hi Alan!

    I find it quite intriguing as well ... lol!

    Montreal fans got into this like a fish under water, people are voting many times a day. it has a lot to do of course with the fact that it is in town.
    it was a bit predictable from Montreal ... we will see how it ends up!

    Miah ;)

  12. by Dan
    7 days ago

    Hey Alan,

    Take a look if you get a chance and let me know what you think. Thanks!

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/81232-eagles-bengals-a-fans-three-year-wait

    Dan

  13. by Tim
    8 days ago

    Alan,

    I've issued a challenge to BR writers. Let me know if you'd like to get involved.

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/80650-a-br-challenge-think-outside-the-box-score

  14. by Bryan
    9 days ago

    Hey man, nice job....I just finished the Barry Melrose article (which was a good way to get my mind off stuff haha) and you messaged me just as I hit "post" so nice timing.

    Sweet deals with the article and what not, and very nice on the interviews. If I ever had that much time I'd start bothering people too, but I think it'll have to be closer to Christmas before I get that much time haha (I'm bogged down with emails about internships and stuff already...the troubles of a graduating student).

    I'm glad we were on the same page as far as the "Top 30 power poll thing". I've been wondering about that since September (at least) and just hadn't gotten around to emailing Zander. You me and Ken will work on an order though soon I guess.

    BT

  15. by Rafal
    10 days ago

    What are you in a secret clubhouse or something? lol you want to email it to me so that people don't give you crap or whatever the reason is that's stopping you.