“Cheer up, things could be worse.” So, we cheered up. Things got worse.

In healthier times for athletes and athletics, there were several tried-and-true methods of creating a debate likely to create serious response from all sides: which of the major professional leagues is best? The question has special impact now, as hoopsters, skaters, gridders and ballplayers — joined by governments and team bosses — seek the best … Continue reading “Cheer up, things could be worse.” So, we cheered up. Things got worse.