Ed Barkowitz

Barkowitz, Ed

Columns, columnists and opinion from Philly.com

Ed Barkowitz has played in a variety of fantasy sports leagues, but draws the line at fantasy NASCAR. He is a lifelong South Philadelphian, reared about a mile from the sports complex. He attended St. Joseph's Prep high school, and Villanova and Widener universities. Among his most prized possessions is the scorebook he used during the 1980 World Series when he was 10 years old.

Email Ed at barkowe@dailynews.com

For Valentine's, just think outside the candy box

02/10/2013

Q: Sir Charles, got any ideas what to get my husband for Valentine's Day? - Out of Ideas in Pennsauken

PUT BRAKES ON ROAD RAGE SITUATIONS

01/20/2013

Q: I find it to be a pain in the butt when I am on the highway and the person in the left lane is driving 40-50 mph. It is called the passing lane, buddy. At what point can I hit the horn or flash my lights?

Boys hamper mom's cleaning efforts 01/13/2013: Q: I am a single mother of four boys. How do I get them to pick up after them? Do you guys and boys not understand what a hamper is?
Just Think of Golf As Link To Some Fun & Exercise 12/30/2012: Q: I met you at a Philly restaurant and you couldn't have been nicer as we chatted about golf. I am now getting back into the game and having a hard time. I am a 30 handicap and getting very frustrated. Please help.
Get Him Going With Weights, But Don't Forget The Other Stuff 12/23/2012: Q. I have a 14-year-old son who is looking to lift weights in addition to basketball practice. When is a good age to start?
Just Smile & Say Thanks - It's Charity 12/16/2012: Q: For the last four to five years, I've gotten the same type of Christmas gift. It is a donation in my name to a charity. The cause changes every year. Sometimes the charities have been ones that would not be to my choosing, or liking. Do I have any room to question this without sounding greedy?
Best and worst fantasy players for 2012 12/14/2012: Ed Barkowitz: It's fantasy awards time again and we'd like to hear from you.
Come on, This Could Kindle Your Kid's Interest in Reading! 12/09/2012: Q: I have a 10-year-old who is looking for a Kindle. I have a hard time getting him to read books (says it is for nerds) but he swears he will read books if gets some kind of an e-reader, like a Kindle. I will do it if he is sincere but I am not sure that he just isn't looking for an expensive gadget. What do you think?
Sorry, But I'm Not A Friend of Facebook 11/25/2012: Q: Maybe I am just old-fashioned, but all my friends are giving me grief about Facebook and Twitter and stuff. Doesn't interest me. Think I should get on the bandwagon?
Ed Barkowitz Reasons for thanks in fantasy 11/23/2012: By Ed Barkowitz, Daily News Staff Writer

Ed Barkowitz: As the playoffs rumble closer, let's take a look at some of the things fantasy owners ought to be grateful for.
Examining the Saints' holey defense 11/02/2012: by Ed Barkowitz, fantasyfootball@phillynews.com

Ed Barkowitz: The 305 yards New Orleans gave up to Peyton Manning last week was the fewest passing yards they've given up in four games.
Ed Barkowitz Eagles' offense ruins fantasy 10/19/2012: By Ed Barkowitz, Daily News Staff Writer

Ed Barkowitz: Even after Juan Castillo's departure, the Eagles' mediocre offense is causing problems for fantasy owners.