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The greatest competition ever

Jim Caple, Page 2

A few weeks after the Steelers and Vikings played in Super Bowl IX, they competed in an even more memorable event.

Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009

Is Ligety next U.S. superhero of slopes?

Jim Caple, ESPN.com

When U.S. ski team hopefuls gathered at the Olympic media summit, they couldn't escape the "Where's Bode?" questions. But there could be a new "it" man on the slopes come February.

Story | September 11, 2009

In defense of Public Enemy No. 1

Jim Caple, Page 2

The media loves to take jabs at Alex Rodriguez, but Jim Caple does the unthinkable and offers his support.

Story | Conversation | May 04, 2009

Spreading the news about New York's new stadiums

Jim Caple, Page 2

Jim Caple reports on his trip to the Big Apple, where he toured both the Mets' and the Yankees' new ballparks.

Story | Conversation | April 14, 2009

Still dreaming of Phelps and Beijing? Here are 10 questions to ponder for 2009

Jim Caple, ESPN.com

Wondering what's on the Olympic calendar for 2009? Jim Caple gives you 10 questions to ponder while you're still getting over Jason Lezak's relay leg.

Story | Conversation | January 03, 2009

Here are 10 questions to ponder for '09

Jim Caple, ESPN.com

Wondering what's on the Olympic calendar for 2009? Jim Caple gives 10 questions for you to ponder while you're still getting over Jason Lezak's relay leg.

Story | December 29, 2008

Welcome to the Ninth Annual Year That Wasn't

Jim Caple, Page 2

Why let reality get in the way of our best memories of 2008? It's the Ninth Annual Year That Wasn't.

Story | Conversation | December 24, 2008

America's 100 most important sports venues

Jim Caple, Page 2

Jim Caple ranks America's 100 most important sports venues.

Story | Conversation | September 18, 2008

Pass or fail for Beijing? Suspending cynicism here helps provide answer

Jim Caple, ESPN.com

Assessing the Games often depended on how far you squinted into the Beijing haze. But sometimes, especially at the Olympics, it's best to suspend the cynicism.

Story | Conversation | August 24, 2008

Here's how the IOC can really get to the bottom of this gymnast scandal

Jim Caple, ESPN.com

If the IOC is having any trouble with its investigation of China's gymnasts, Jim Caple knows exactly where it can turn for a little help: the ol' red, white and blue.

Story | Conversation | August 22, 2008

Du Toit's message goes way beyond her finish at Olympics

Jim Caple, ESPN.com

Michael Phelps may have 14 gold medals, but he doesn't have to feed himself during a race or fend off competitors kicking him in the head. He also has two legs with which to kick. Such is not the case for open swimmer Natalie du Toit.

Story | Conversation | August 20, 2008

Putting the ultimate Golden Ticket to astonishing usage

Jim Caple, Page 2

As the owner of the Golden Ticket -- a media pass -- Jim decided to see how many Olympic events he could attend in one day.

Story | Conversation | August 18, 2008

How can one not be won over by Phelps' feat?

Jim Caple, ESPN.com

Jim Caple held Mark Spitz's record of seven gold medals so near and dear to his heart, he almost didn't want to see Michael Phelps break it. But it's hard not to be won over by such a feat.

Story | Conversation | August 17, 2008

What the future holds for Dara Torres ...

Jim Caple, ESPN.com

Is this the last time we'll see Dara Torres race in the Olympics? The future tells us not to bet against the age-defying American swimmer.

Story | Conversation | August 17, 2008

Swimming stories go beyond Phelps, Torres

Jim Caple, ESPN.com

You know Michael Phelps and Dara Torres, but Jim Caple is impressed by swimmers like Zakia Nassar, a Palestinian who lives in a city without a pool.

Story | Conversation | August 15, 2008