New Fantasy: Northwestern Mutual College World Series

You know that I love all forms of this fantasy universe. Here’s another quick-hit offering to get you involved and excited. Northwestern Mutual is at it again, sponsoring another collegiate fantasy offering. It’s a new fantasy bit – the Northwestern Mutual College World Series – bracket challenge. Registration continues through Saturday on the NCAA D1 […]

Fallon Brings Back Tebowie: Keep The Sequels Coming

These might be my favorite bits from “Late Night” with Jimmy Fallon. Whenever he bridges the sarcasm and wit with music, good things happen. Just go find the Neil Young bits. Here’s the third iteration of “Tebowie,” where Fallon pays tribute to the quarterback while donning David Bowie-like garb from the 70s. We saw the […]

ITSD: Harmon’s Podcast 6.12 NBA Finals, Dodgers Brawl & More

Harmon’s Podcast 6.12, ITSD, returns to the microphone to chat up NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Final, the Dodgers Brawl, pop culture and more. Would you let your sixth-grader watch “Saw?” Listen to internet radio with Swollen Dome on BlogTalkRadio

ITSD: Harmon’s Podcast 6.10 w/ Stanley Cup, NBA Finals & More

Harmon returns from an action-packed sports weekend to talk Stanley Cup Final, NBA Finals, Major League Baseball ticketing and attendance, Yasiel Puig and what calls us back to the game and, of course, the weekend box office. Listen to internet radio with Swollen Dome on BlogTalkRadio

PTC: Harmon’s Blog 6.6 MLB, NFL Movement, Newton & More

Harmon’s Blog 6.6 returns with baseball action, NFL theories and movie magic. In a city of stars, where Hollywood heroes assembled at Staples Center to watch the Kings and Blackhawks, a young Cuban outfielder shone brightest on Tuesday night. Yasiel Puig made his debut on Monday and produced a ridiculous outfield assist to end the […]

Harmon’s 2013 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings 1.0

The calendar has flipped to June, and that means that it’s time to start firing off statistics, lists and analysis to announce the arrival of the extended 2013 Fantasy Football draft season. And that’s the reality. Like the NFL has become a 365-day business, fantasyland has extended to a year-round entity. Sure, you put the […]

ITSD: Harmon’s Podcast 6.4 LeBron, Wade, Deacon Jones, MLB & More

Harmon’ back at the microphone to wrap Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals and LeBron James’ push to the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. James’ tag-team partner, Dwyane Wade, emerged from his long Eastern Conference Finals hibernation to score 21 points. Jump into some Stanley Cup Final talk, the loss of Deacon […]

ITSD: Harmon’s Podcast 6.3 Stanley Cup Playoffs, LeBron, Hibbert & Pop Culture

Harmon returns from a fantastic SoCal weekend to chat up Stanley Cup Playoffs, Eastern Conference Finals and the sudden roadblock to a dynasty, weekend box office, “No Peacocking” and more. Get it. I started it by going to the “Rock N’ Brews” in my neighborhood and cranking up the rock. Listen to internet radio with […]

Jay Mohr Sits Down With Duff McKagan of GNR, LOADED, Walking Papers

“Mohr Stories,” the podcast from actor, comedian and FOX Sports Radio host Jay Mohr, welcomed former Guns N’ Roses bassist this past week. With Loaded, The Neurotic Outsiders, Velvet Revolver and the forthcoming Walking Papers tour, McKagan’s been dominating the stage for years. He’s written for ESPN.com, Seattle Weekly and is noted for his love […]

Harmon’s 2013 Fantasy Football Quarterback Rankings 1.0

Consider this the teaser for the greatness to come as SwollenDome.com begins to ponder the 2013 NFL season. Below, I roll out the preliminary quarterback rankings for standard leagues. At the end of June, I will release a comprehensive fantasy football draft guide, replete with player profiles, team analysis, schedule reviews and countless performance breakdowns. […]

ITSD: Harmon’s Podcast 5.30 With Playoffs, MLB, Junk Food & More

Harmon returns to the microphone for today’s podcast, talking up the NHL Playoffs between the Chicago Blackhawks and Detroit Red Wings, Flopping master classes and fines, MLB and randomness. McDonald’s bosses respond to letters with – “It’s not junk food” — and “Human Centipede 3.” Huh? Listen to internet radio with Swollen Dome on BlogTalkRadio

ITSD: Harmon’s Podcast 5.29 W/ Playoffs, MLB, Disney, Upton & More

Harmon returns to the microphone for another 30 minutes of auditory brilliance. — NHL Playoffs (Game 7s) — NBA Playoffs (Tim Duncan and the Spurs, Flopping 101 and more) — MLB (news & notes from fantasyland) — Disney innovations — Kate Upton against Victoria’s Secret and so much more. Listen to internet radio with Swollen […]

PTC: Harmon’s Blog 529 Fantasy Baseball, Kate Upton, Alyssa & More

Kyuji Fujikawa felt a pop while pitching to Joey Votto on Sunday. On Wednesday, it was confirmed that the former Cubs closer will undergo Tommy John surgery. Speaking of Tommy John surgeries, Dr. Lewis Yocum died on Tuesday from liver cancer. Yocum was the Angels’ team physician for 36 years and was well-known for helping […]

Harmon’s Podcast For 523: Baseball, Playoffs, Crabtree & More

Harmon returned to the microphone to chat up the NBA and NHL Playoffs, MLB, Michael Crabtree, “Beat The Streak” and life-saving technology. Listen to internet radio with Swollen Dome on BlogTalkRadio

Dodgers Manager Don Mattingly Sits Andre Ethier: Summer of Discontent Ahead

Embattled Dodgers manager Don Mattingly was asked why outfielder Andre Ethier was not in the starting lineup for Wednesday’s matchup against the Brewers. Mattingly’s answer was posted on the am570radio website. He talked of wanting a team that he could “trust would fight and compete the whole day.” The reporter asked about Ethier against specifically, […]

“Inside The Swollen Dome” – Harmon’s Podcast for 521

“Inside The Swollen Dome” — Harmon’s Podcast — returns for Tuesday with a discussion of the NBA Draft Lottery, Super Bowl destinations, Vinny Del Negro’s firing and the coaching rumor mill, continuing woes in Los Angeles baseball and much, much more. Listen to internet radio with Swollen Dome on BlogTalkRadio

PTC: Harmon’s Blog on Fantasy Baseball, Pop Culture & More 521

I do regular radio spots in Baltimore, and we’ve long talked about Jim Johnson’s ability to close out games for the Orioles without possessing a dominant strikeout punch. Johnson’s strikeout rate has improved markedly in 2013, but his hit rate has also soared. In his past three appearances (all blown saves), the Baltimore closer has […]

Brady Hoke Calls Out Notre Dame: Irish DT Invents #MeatChicken

Brady Hoke appeared on “The Dan Patrick Show” on FOX Sports Radio Tuesday morning. He started to talk about rivalries and scheduling before taking a detour and calling out the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Hoke broke out the term “chickening out” to describe Notre Dame’s option to cancel the series in the future while continuing […]

Avoiding The Line Ride At Disney: Tacky Or Genius?

If you’ve ever visited one of the Disney resorts, you’ve probably wondered about the secondary lines that exist. You recognize the “Fast Pass” system that is in place, but that couldn’t be the end of it. There are too many people wandering past you. Are they all celebrities? Come to California. You’ll see your share […]

Even If He’s Released: Jaguars Fans Claim Their Team

On Sunday Morning, “The Fantasy Freaks” show on FOX Sports Radio welcomed John Caputo, part of a group called Bold City Brigade, an organization designed to build pride and grow the Jaguars fan base. Caputo talked about the organization and the “Even If He’s Released” movement, offering a long explanation of why the addition of […]

PTC: Harmon’s Blog With Fantasy Baseball, Bryce Harper, Pop Culture & More

Washington outfielder Bryce Harper crashed into the right field wall while chasing down a flyball off the bat of A.J. Ellis. Harper lay on the field for several minutes receiving attention from the trainers before exiting the game. David Vassegh (@thereal_dv) of FOX Sports Radio advised on Twitter that he’d spoken to agent Scott Boras. […]

PTC: Harmon’s Blog W/ Fantasy Baseball, Clouds, Metallica & More

Kansas City starter Jeremy Guthrie claimed his third consecutive victory on Thursday against one of his former teams (Baltimore). Guthrie scattered seven hits and three walks over six innings pitched, allowing a single earned run (two total) to reduce his season ERA to 2.28. He possesses a pedestrian strikeout rate (5.7 per nine innings pitched), […]

Tired of Twitter Spoilers?: Try Twivo

Twitter and other social media outlets can be your best friend and an invaluable source of information exchange. Take the communal involvement in the aftermath of the Boston bombings or the daily silliness in 140-character blurbs about sports and pop culture. If you are a fan of a league, a team or a particular television […]

PTC: Harmon’s Blog With Baseball, 49ers & BullFrog 58

Atlanta closer Craig Kimbrel, untouchable in 2012, blew his third save opportunity in his past five tries on Tuesday night against the Reds. Kimbrel allowed two home runs in this outing (Shin-Soo Choo and pinch-hitter Devin Mesoraco) and raised his ERA to 3.38. He’s still striking out batters at a strong pace, but he’s been […]

FMC: Matt Kemp Delivers A Major League Moment

Don’t worry. I’ll celebrate Matt Harvey’s heroics in grand fashion on the Dome come Wednesday. I wanted to acknowledge and celebrate a great off-field act from Dodgers star Matt Kemp. The video of Matt Kemp’s gracious and heartwarming act in San Francisco has dominated social media for the better part of the past 24 hours. […]

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