76 Days, 21 Hours, 38 Minutes and 16 Seconds

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The New England Patriots' season came to an abrupt end on Saturday in Denver - five turnovers, 27 points for the Broncos and it was all over. Since I would rather bob for apples in my free time than watch the struggling Bruins and Celtics, there is only one option: It is time to pop "Faith Rewarded" into the DVD player and start the countdown.

76 Days, 21 Hours, 38 Minutes and 16 Seconds until the 2006 Red Sox season begins in Texas against the Rangers. In three weeks pitchers and catchers will arrive at City of Palms Park for Spring Training. That means in-depth reports from Rem Dawg in his Hawaiian shirt and sandals. I can't wait.

Anyone know where I can get an advent-style Red Sox calendar to countdown to Opening Day? You know, one of those calendars where you open a little door each day and there is a picture inside. I'd like to open January 16th and see a picture of Big Papi launching a ball into orbit.

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Don't forget: It's Monday and that means that tonight is Trivia Night with Boston Dan at John Harvard's Brewhouse (33 Dunster Street, Harvard Square). The trivia questions start at 10pm sharp!