I'm no Mark Buehrle...

I believe I have watched the various replays of Mark Buehrle's perfect game about a dozen times. The game itself was fantastic to watch, but not just for the game. Watching moments like these are for the fans as well. That is the joy of being a pure fan. So many people are getting caught up in steroids, but I'm just going to enjoy this is for what it is. If you haven't watch the final half inning. It is a moment in time. It can never be taken away.

This got me thinking about some of the best sports moments I have ever seen.

- The first football game I ever remember watching was Super Bowl XXVIII. This single game launched me into a level of sports fanaticism to which I have not come back from.

- The 1996 Jeffrey Maier catch against the Orioles which changed the dynamics of the entire playoffs. It was the moment that really defined the series. It didn't win it, but neither did LeBron's shot. Bill Buckner didn't LOSE the series, just botched a play. It's just a big piece of the puzzle.

- This one is more of a personal note, but when the Devils won the Stanley Cup on Jason Arnott's overtime winner. An honorable mention is when the Rangers won their cup in 1994 and Messier shaking the cup.

- When Jumbo Elliott caught the pass for the touchdown in the Monday Night Miracle.

- As much as I hate to say it, I remember when Louis Gonzalez hit that little blooper to left field. I refuse to put a link up to it.

- In an homage to my dad, I remember the Aaron Boone home run. For what it's worth, I have never seen the end of the 2004 or 2007 World Series' and I plan on keeping it that way. Regardless, they are big moments.

But the most important moment that I have experienced as a fan? This has nothing to do with sports itself.

Jack Buck's poem right after 9/11.

All this said, it is very important to remember the moments in sports that matter to you. When it really comes down to it - sports is a diversion and a method of entertainment. I am glad to be a fanatic for the teams I love and it will continuously provide us with moments that are going to remain in our memories for years to come.