# The Game Room **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=503 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 504 --- ## [Fantasy Baseball: Whom to keep?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fantasy-baseball-whom-to-keep/526663)
**Author:** [@davey77](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/davey77)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2010, 1:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fantasy-baseball-whom-to-keep/526663 "2010-02-19T01:45:39Z")
It’s never too early to talk baseball. I’m in a keeper league with 15 man rosters, 8 players of which we get to keep. My team: C Joe Mauer 1B Justin Morneau 2B Chase Utley 3B Ryan Zimmerman SS Troy Tulowitzki OF … --- ## [Olympic Luge - why different starting points for men and women?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/olympic-luge-why-different-starting-points-for-men-and-women/529085)
**Author:** [@Tastes\_of\_Chocolate](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tastes_of_Chocolate)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2010, 10:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/olympic-luge-why-different-starting-points-for-men-and-women/529085 "2010-02-18T22:26:22Z")
What’s the reason that men’s and women’s Olympic luge start at different places at on the track? It’s not like the women’s marathon is shorter then the men’s. --- ## [Average NFL game 16 minutes of play?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/average-nfl-game-16-minutes-of-play/528104)
**Author:** [@Mangosteen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mangosteen)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2010, 9:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/average-nfl-game-16-minutes-of-play/528104 "2010-02-18T21:23:29Z")
I’ve heard that the average NFL game has about 16 minutes of action each game. Meaning that if you take a stopwatch and start it for example, when the quarterback takes the snap and stop the watch when the ref’s whistle… --- ## [Bobsledding for Laymen](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bobsledding-for-laymen/529358)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2010, 8:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bobsledding-for-laymen/529358 "2010-02-18T20:25:13Z")
Is there a mechanism by which I, a layman, can enjoy the thrill of bobsledding? Are there disused trakcs in Salt Lake City, Lake Placid, etc. where one can pay a fee and get taken down the track by a professional, with s… --- ## [Critique my batting order](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/critique-my-batting-order/529364)
**Author:** [@Chessic\_Sense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chessic_Sense)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2010, 7:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/critique-my-batting-order/529364 "2010-02-18T19:09:29Z")
For the Pirates starters, I’ve got: McCutcheon Milledge LaRoche Jones Iwamura Clement Doumit Cedeno P I had a hard time choosing if I wanted Jones 3 or 4, but he’s the power guy so I went with the conventional wisdom … --- ## [Blue Diamond Phillips](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/blue-diamond-phillips/529071)
**Author:** [@Zeldar](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zeldar)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2010, 5:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/blue-diamond-phillips/529071 "2010-02-18T17:16:22Z")
If this turns out to be a game, which it might, maybe the Game Room is a better place for it. Be that as it may, I just happened to spot the can of Blue Diamond Bold Wasabi and Soy Sauce Almonds can sitting here on the … --- ## [Winter N-athlon](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/winter-n-athlon/529005)
**Author:** [@N9IWP](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/N9IWP)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2010, 4:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/winter-n-athlon/529005 "2010-02-18T16:09:18Z")
The Summer Olympics has the decathlon, pentathlon, and heptathlon. What sport would work well for a combined winter event? We have the biathlon (XC skiing + shooting) and the nordic combined (ski jumping + XC skiing). … --- ## [Traded that afternoon, play against your former team that night.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/traded-that-afternoon-play-against-your-former-team-that-night/529238)
**Author:** [@dalej42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dalej42)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2010, 10:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/traded-that-afternoon-play-against-your-former-team-that-night/529238 "2010-02-17T22:20:04Z")
The LA Clippers and Portland Trail Blazers agreed on a trade today. So, there is a chance that the former Clippers and Blazers could play for their new team against their former team tonight. I’m sure this has happened … --- ## [Canadian Teams in MLB](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/canadian-teams-in-mlb/529173)
**Author:** [@kidneyfailure](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kidneyfailure)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2010, 8:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/canadian-teams-in-mlb/529173 "2010-02-17T20:53:59Z")
Most MLB teams are from the US, correct? But we all remember the teams from Toronto and Montreal. My question is: Why are/were there Canadian baseball teams in Major League Baseball? If MLB is only based in the US then h… --- ## [When is the big Cross Country skiing relay that has been so close in previous Olympics?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-is-the-big-cross-country-skiing-relay-that-has-been-so-close-in-previous-olympics/529376)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2010, 8:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-is-the-big-cross-country-skiing-relay-that-has-been-so-close-in-previous-olympics/529376 "2010-02-17T20:49:13Z")
I think Norway and Finland(or Sweden) have had extremely close results in the distance Cross Country skiing relay. Anyone else remember this? And, does anyone know when it is scheduled for this year? Are both countries … --- ## [Are big-budget RPGs doomed to have less choice than their predecessors?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-big-budget-rpgs-doomed-to-have-less-choice-than-their-predecessors/528822)
**Author:** [@Windwalker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Windwalker)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2010, 6:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-big-budget-rpgs-doomed-to-have-less-choice-than-their-predecessors/528822 "2010-02-17T18:35:52Z")
I finished Fallout 3 recently, and while I was very impressed with a lot of things, I couldn’t help but notice how shallow it is in terms of conversation trees and the possible ways to solve quests, in comparison to past… --- ## [What's your favorite physics/sandbox game?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-favorite-physics-sandbox-game/529145)
**Author:** [@Randy\_Seltzer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Randy_Seltzer)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2010, 6:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-favorite-physics-sandbox-game/529145 "2010-02-17T18:15:42Z")
Of the variety played on the computer. I am, of course, talking about games where you have to design a machine (or something) that needs to accomplish certain goals (or something). I know Crayon Physics is pretty popula… --- ## [What's with the funky Vancouver Olympic medals?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-with-the-funky-vancouver-olympic-medals/529211)
**Author:** [@YogSothoth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/YogSothoth)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2010, 12:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-with-the-funky-vancouver-olympic-medals/529211 "2010-02-17T12:39:41Z")
Seen here. It looks like somebody ran over it with their car :dubious: --- ## [Help me find this game, and then help me find it on Mac OS X](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-this-game-and-then-help-me-find-it-on-mac-os-x/528569)
**Author:** [@Happy\_Poster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Happy_Poster)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2010, 1:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-this-game-and-then-help-me-find-it-on-mac-os-x/528569 "2010-02-17T01:47:41Z")
I had this on an Acorn Archamedies 20 years ago. You flew a 3d shape - I THINK a pyramid. Essentially the controls were thruster, fire, and orientation of the space craft. There was a fully 3d landscape, which was infini… --- ## [Internet Connection Speed for Games Like World of Warcraft](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/internet-connection-speed-for-games-like-world-of-warcraft/529212)
**Author:** [@melodyharmonius](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/melodyharmonius)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2010, 9:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/internet-connection-speed-for-games-like-world-of-warcraft/529212 "2010-02-16T21:15:59Z")
So - I’m moving in to my own place and now I’m having to think about things like Time Warner Cable bundles for my WoW addiction. I’ve been currently playing via a wireless router but now I’ll be hard-wired again so that… --- ## [Men's Downhill. Blue lines?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mens-downhill-blue-lines/529167)
**Author:** [@John\_Mace](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/John_Mace)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2010, 7:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mens-downhill-blue-lines/529167 "2010-02-16T19:32:47Z")
OK. Maybe I haven’t been paying attention, but when did they add the blue lines to the men’s downhill event (and other events)? Seems like it’s a big help in reading the line. --- ## [Will 2 9s give it to Duval?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-2-9s-give-it-to-duval/529001)
**Author:** [@Dinsdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dinsdale)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2010, 7:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-2-9s-give-it-to-duval/529001 "2010-02-16T19:23:40Z")
Just saw something on today’s golf tournament I can’t remember ever seeing before - 2 players in the last 2 foursomes got 9s on the same hole - #14. Including the leader - Paul Goydos. Un-friggin-believable! After whi… --- ## [Most gold medals won in pajamas](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/most-gold-medals-won-in-pajamas/529037)
**Author:** [@MovieMogul](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MovieMogul)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2010, 2:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/most-gold-medals-won-in-pajamas/529037 "2010-02-16T02:16:40Z")
Is it just me and my wife, or do all the US mogul skiiers look like they’re wearing kiddie pajamas? All the other countries managed to make theirs look like ski outfits or at least track suits. But with the sky blue an… --- ## [Fun Friday: Write Your Own Candy Heart!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fun-friday-write-your-own-candy-heart/528715)
**Author:** [@melodyharmonius](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/melodyharmonius)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2010, 10:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fun-friday-write-your-own-candy-heart/528715 "2010-02-15T22:22:02Z")
Mr. Q. Ped has decided to do some re-writing of his candy heart collection. He’s currently accepting submissions - with each one he picks being worth $1 gazilliion. The rules are simple – the phrase can be no longer th… --- ## [General NFL 2010 Offseason Thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/general-nfl-2010-offseason-thread/527041)
**Author:** [@garygnu](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/garygnu)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2010, 6:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/general-nfl-2010-offseason-thread/527041 "2010-02-15T18:33:55Z")
With only the Super Bowl left to play, let’s start talking about the moving and shaking. Key dates: Feb 11-25: Franchise and transition tags Feb 24-Mar 2: NFL Combine Mar 5: Free agency begins Mar 21-24: Annual NFL … --- ## [Bobsled and Luge](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bobsled-and-luge/529016)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2010, 12:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bobsled-and-luge/529016 "2010-02-15T12:16:48Z")
Ever since I was a kid, I loved watching Bobsled. They’re just so :cool: ! Can’t wait to watch. Luge is weird. I watch it, and I like watching it, but it just seems weird going down the hill on one’s back. Maybe I s… --- ## [The Feud: Numbers by MadTheSwine \[game over\]](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-feud-numbers-by-madtheswine-game-over/527836)
**Author:** [@Rebo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rebo)\ **Replies:** 82\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2010, 11:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-feud-numbers-by-madtheswine-game-over/527836 "2010-02-14T23:14:58Z")
Object of the game: Give the most popular answer for each category. Rules: No reading the thread before answering. This is on the honor system. Formatting rules must be followed (see below). Joke answers will not be … --- ## [Olympic luger killed in training run](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/olympic-luger-killed-in-training-run/528780)
**Author:** [@borschevsky](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/borschevsky)\ **Replies:** 91\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2010, 9:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/olympic-luger-killed-in-training-run/528780 "2010-02-14T21:09:22Z")
CBC Link Sounds like it was a terrible crash. There have been comments that the track is dangerous, but I don’t think anyone expected anything like this. --- ## [How in the world did CBC lose the Olympics?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-in-the-world-did-cbc-lose-the-olympics/528959)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2010, 8:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-in-the-world-did-cbc-lose-the-olympics/528959 "2010-02-14T20:57:59Z")
I live in Michigan and I can not believe that CBC lost the bid to air the first Olympics in Canada since 1988! Anyone else notice this? I guess CTV outbid them. If you are unfamiliar, CBC usually has excellent coverage… --- ## [Mac vs Windows](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mac-vs-windows/528027)
**Author:** [@Fake\_Tales\_of\_San\_Francisco](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fake_Tales_of_San_Francisco)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2010, 3:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mac-vs-windows/528027 "2010-02-14T15:02:09Z")
No, it’s not what you’re thinking. I just recently noticed that the Age of Empires games are available for Mac. Now, my brother has a Mac, and we were thinking of perhaps doing a little one on one, the only snag is, I’m… --- ## [20 years ago today: Buster Douglas beats Mike Tyson](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/20-years-ago-today-buster-douglas-beats-mike-tyson/528587)
**Author:** [@Duke](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Duke)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2010, 4:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/20-years-ago-today-buster-douglas-beats-mike-tyson/528587 "2010-02-14T04:55:55Z")
Time flies, doesn’t it? Arguably the greatest upset in world sport over the last 50 years. I can’t think of anything that even comes close. Douglas was a 42-1 underdog and that was being exceedingly generous, I think.… --- ## [Ski jumping. Medals coming up...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ski-jumping-medals-coming-up/528888)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2010, 12:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ski-jumping-medals-coming-up/528888 "2010-02-14T00:41:20Z")
In a few minutes the final ten competitors in the ski jump will make their runs. Medals coming up… --- ## [Mavericks surf contest live streaming on now](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mavericks-surf-contest-live-streaming-on-now/528880)
**Author:** [@blondebear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/blondebear)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2010, 5:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mavericks-surf-contest-live-streaming-on-now/528880 "2010-02-13T17:29:27Z")
http://www.ustream.tv/maverickssurf They’ve got some pretty decent waves today. Too bad the tide came in and wiped out the crowd standing on the beach. The commentators have to watch a monitor now because their viewing… --- ## [Olympic flag bearers](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/olympic-flag-bearers/528811)
**Author:** [@N9IWP](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/N9IWP)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2010, 4:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/olympic-flag-bearers/528811 "2010-02-13T16:52:47Z")
I’l always curious about who is picked to carry the flag in the opening ceremony. Here is my count (I missed at least one) Alpine Skiing 25 XC Skiing 11 Biathlon\*, Hockey 7 Snowboarding 6 Luge, Figure Skating, Bob… --- ## ["Loading" at the ski lift.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/loading-at-the-ski-lift/526300)
**Author:** [@mangeorge](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mangeorge)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2010, 11:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/loading-at-the-ski-lift/526300 "2010-02-13T11:36:32Z")
I heard someone on a commercial for a ski resort brag about an employee “loading” at the lift. From context I assume it means help them get on the lift, but you what the BSA says about assumptions. And the phrase itself … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=502) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=504)