If you are going to Istanbul and need a rug guy… Max Effgen, January 24, 2013September 5, 2014 A friend of mine will soon be traveling to Istanbul. The mention of travel immediately took me back to my visit there now over a decade ago. Amazing city. The sights, the smells, the history. I developed an appreciation for oriental carpets during an earlier trip to Morocco. I ended… Continue Reading
No Hall of Fame call for Edgar Max Effgen, January 10, 2013September 5, 2014 Edgar’s final at bat Edgar Martinez was overlooked by the Baseball Writers of America again yesterday. Total shame. The DH rule has been in place for 40 years this season. Ironically, the rule is older than the Mariners. The statistics are real and even more impressive given the steroid fueled… Continue Reading
Worst Christmas album ever… Max Effgen, December 2, 2012December 14, 2023 I say this every year. But with the proliferation of Christmas albums, it needs to be said. Before elaborating, I love the Beach Boys. They were a big part of my childhood summers and one of 3 cassette tapes that were allowed in my Mom’s yellow VW Bus. That said,… Continue Reading
Too big to fail Max Effgen, November 13, 2012September 5, 2014 Interesting take on bankruptcy in Europe in this current economic climate. Wonder what the bankruptcy figures are here in the USA? Tim Harford: Growth or bust Continue Reading
The next challenge Max Effgen, October 24, 2012September 5, 2014 I am on to my next startup challenge and I could not be more excited. We are heads down at the moment, but received some nice press today in Seattle’s Geekwire. GeekWire: Stealthy energy startup SuperCritical Technologies Continue Reading
8 Secrets of Success Max Effgen, September 9, 2012September 5, 2014 Great, yet brief, take on success. Check it out. Continue Reading
Congrats Felix! Max Effgen, August 15, 2012September 5, 2014 First perfect game in Mariners history. Leading the AL in strikeouts. Perfect game. Cy Young contender. A memorable season. Here are two fans who are excited to be a part of the next King’s Court! Continue Reading
Godspeed Johnny Pesky Max Effgen, August 13, 2012September 5, 2014 Boston Red Sox legend Johnny Pesky passed away today at 92. We shared a brief moment at Fenway’s 100th celebration. Thanks again to my Dad for incredible seats right behind the “X” on the Red Sox dugout. I noticed Bobby Doerr and Johnny Pesky sitting by the dugout an pulled… Continue Reading