Delivery Problems, Day Two: Denver Post Actually Arrives

First, I have to watch that game. Then, this morning, I head to my driveway in search of newspapers that were missing yesterday, and my momentary elation at seeing them where they should be is promptly shattered by the main headline on the Denver Post's up-front World Series section: "Darned...
By Michael RobertsOctober 25, 2007
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First, I have to watch that game. Then, this morning, I head to my driveway in search of newspapers that were missing yesterday, and my momentary elation at seeing them where they should be is promptly shattered by the main headline on the Denver Post‘s up-front World Series section: “Darned Sox.”

“Darned Sox”? What the heck? Gee willikers, Wally: That’s the lamest headline since the invention of the printing press. Thanks a heap, Denver Post. I didn’t think it was possible — but you guys actually made me feel worse. — Michael Roberts

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

michaelrobertscolo@gmail.com
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