David McEllis
@davidmcellis.bsky.social
Husband. Dad. Chicagoan. Enviro. Attorney. Gremlin enthusiast.
Co-host of 1988 Topps Podcast - @1988toppspodcast.bsky.social
Views are my own.
#YNWA #ChiSox #usmnt #cf97
Co-host of 1988 Topps Podcast - @1988toppspodcast.bsky.social
Views are my own.
#YNWA #ChiSox #usmnt #cf97
@dialloriddle.bsky.social @jessethorn.bsky.social
@jordanjessego.bsky.social
low bar for 80s baseball dudes, but Dale Murphy publicly good on social issues: dalemurphy.com/the-perils-o...
In 2020 his son was injured in a protest, Dale called for BLM/NAACP donations www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
@jordanjessego.bsky.social
low bar for 80s baseball dudes, but Dale Murphy publicly good on social issues: dalemurphy.com/the-perils-o...
In 2020 his son was injured in a protest, Dale called for BLM/NAACP donations www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Dale Murphy says son was shot with rubber bullet while 'peacefully protesting' George Floyd's death
Dale Murphy said his son was shot in the eye with a rubber bullet while he was "peacefully protesting for justice for George Floyd" in Denver.
www.usatoday.com
November 20, 2025 at 8:05 PM
@dialloriddle.bsky.social @jessethorn.bsky.social
@jordanjessego.bsky.social
low bar for 80s baseball dudes, but Dale Murphy publicly good on social issues: dalemurphy.com/the-perils-o...
In 2020 his son was injured in a protest, Dale called for BLM/NAACP donations www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
@jordanjessego.bsky.social
low bar for 80s baseball dudes, but Dale Murphy publicly good on social issues: dalemurphy.com/the-perils-o...
In 2020 his son was injured in a protest, Dale called for BLM/NAACP donations www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
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SB 2111, the bill to fix and fund our transit system, is swiftly moving through the Illinois General Assembly tonight, and your support can make a huge difference. But you must act immediately. Tap below to fill out a witness slip:
ilga.gov/House/hearin...
ilga.gov/House/hearin...
🚨 New transit funding witness slip to fill out right away!! mbl.ms/mKso5XZhOHV
@chi.streetsblog.org @betterstreetschicago.org @atalliance.bsky.social
@chi.streetsblog.org @betterstreetschicago.org @atalliance.bsky.social
October 30, 2025 at 11:26 PM
SB 2111, the bill to fix and fund our transit system, is swiftly moving through the Illinois General Assembly tonight, and your support can make a huge difference. But you must act immediately. Tap below to fill out a witness slip:
ilga.gov/House/hearin...
ilga.gov/House/hearin...
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A new study finds over 70% of Illinois wetlands lost protection after the Supreme Court’s rollback of the Clean Water Act.
Floodplain forests—vital for flood control, water quality, and climate resilience—are most at risk.
Illinois needs to pass a state law protecting wetlands.
Floodplain forests—vital for flood control, water quality, and climate resilience—are most at risk.
Illinois needs to pass a state law protecting wetlands.
Study: 72% of Illinois wetlands no longer protected by federal Clean Water Act – News Bureau
news.illinois.edu
September 24, 2025 at 10:13 PM
A new study finds over 70% of Illinois wetlands lost protection after the Supreme Court’s rollback of the Clean Water Act.
Floodplain forests—vital for flood control, water quality, and climate resilience—are most at risk.
Illinois needs to pass a state law protecting wetlands.
Floodplain forests—vital for flood control, water quality, and climate resilience—are most at risk.
Illinois needs to pass a state law protecting wetlands.
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RIP, Gov. Edgar: A fine man, keen politician and a Republican backer of abortion rights who, by his own admission, would never win a GOP primary in today's climate.
Former two-term Illinois Gov. Jim Edgar, who led the state through much of the 1990s, dies at 79
Arguably one of Illinois’ most-popular governors, Jim Edgar, 79, led with a low-key persona a meticulous focus on fiscal matters aimed at preparing the state for the 21st century,
www.chicagotribune.com
September 15, 2025 at 12:22 AM
RIP, Gov. Edgar: A fine man, keen politician and a Republican backer of abortion rights who, by his own admission, would never win a GOP primary in today's climate.
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We have never done a bonus episode before...so here's a short "remember some 1988 Topps: live from Oracle Park" with Jeff from @twostrikenoise.bsky.social!
1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/08/bonu...
1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/08/bonu...
August 15, 2025 at 7:54 PM
We have never done a bonus episode before...so here's a short "remember some 1988 Topps: live from Oracle Park" with Jeff from @twostrikenoise.bsky.social!
1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/08/bonu...
1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/08/bonu...
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Hall of Famer Bullet Rogan, born on this date in 1893
July 28, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Hall of Famer Bullet Rogan, born on this date in 1893
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Podcast props #1: The gentlemen of 1988 Topps do fine work every episode, but this one stands out due to cohost @davidmcellis.bsky.social’s clear affection for the Sox & that champion 2005 squad. Credit is given where due; criticism when warranted. Williams proves a fascinating subject. Recommended!
This week, a guy best known as White Sox GM, it's Ken Williams! Kenny's mom was an early member of the Black Panthers and his father was on a relay team with John Carlos and Tommie Smith. In 2005, Kenny helped the Sox break their 88 year title drought!
1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/07/ken-...
1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/07/ken-...
Ken Williams #559
This week, a guy who helped the White Sox to the highest highs (and lowest lows)...as a GM. It's Kenny Williams! Kenny grew up connected w...
1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com
July 25, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Podcast props #1: The gentlemen of 1988 Topps do fine work every episode, but this one stands out due to cohost @davidmcellis.bsky.social’s clear affection for the Sox & that champion 2005 squad. Credit is given where due; criticism when warranted. Williams proves a fascinating subject. Recommended!
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Remembering Some Guys is possibly the most singularly wholesome, non-toxic activity many men engage in
you want to get dudes out of the fever swamps of the manosphere? get them together and start arguing about relief pitching
you want to get dudes out of the fever swamps of the manosphere? get them together and start arguing about relief pitching
I mean this is literally a huge chunk of sports posting and half the time on this app it is immediately met with screaming about how sportball is for conservatives
One of my favourite things is when men in groups geek out about their shared interest or hobby so hard that they enter this state where they are all small boys again, unconstrained by toxic masculinity and masculine social expectations.
It’s rare to observe and it’s wonderful when it happens.
It’s rare to observe and it’s wonderful when it happens.
July 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Remembering Some Guys is possibly the most singularly wholesome, non-toxic activity many men engage in
you want to get dudes out of the fever swamps of the manosphere? get them together and start arguing about relief pitching
you want to get dudes out of the fever swamps of the manosphere? get them together and start arguing about relief pitching
If you had told me when I was 8 that my name would be in Sports Illustrated some day…talking about Jay Baller?
Thanks @heavyjstudios.bsky.social for reaching out to talk about 1988 Topps cards!
Thanks @heavyjstudios.bsky.social for reaching out to talk about 1988 Topps cards!
Here you go! Y’all definitely chose some great ones, but hopefully you’ll enjoy my five almost as much. #CardSky www.si.com/collectibles...
July 16, 2025 at 11:53 PM
If you had told me when I was 8 that my name would be in Sports Illustrated some day…talking about Jay Baller?
Thanks @heavyjstudios.bsky.social for reaching out to talk about 1988 Topps cards!
Thanks @heavyjstudios.bsky.social for reaching out to talk about 1988 Topps cards!
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My podcasting partner makes his SI debut talking about a legendary card from 1988! @davidmcellis.bsky.social @1988toppspodcast.bsky.social
Here you go! Y’all definitely chose some great ones, but hopefully you’ll enjoy my five almost as much. #CardSky www.si.com/collectibles...
July 16, 2025 at 11:13 PM
My podcasting partner makes his SI debut talking about a legendary card from 1988! @davidmcellis.bsky.social @1988toppspodcast.bsky.social
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Before states banned abortion, one of the gravest outcomes of early miscarriage could easily be avoided: Doctors could offer a dilation and curettage procedure, which quickly empties the uterus and allows it to close, protecting against a life-threatening hemorrhage.
NEW: More women have nearly bled to death during miscarriage under Texas’ abortion ban.
Experts say the trend paints a troubling picture of the harms of unnecessary delays in care. “This is striking,” one doctor said. “The trend is very clear.”
Experts say the trend paints a troubling picture of the harms of unnecessary delays in care. “This is striking,” one doctor said. “The trend is very clear.”
A “Striking” Trend: After Texas Banned Abortion, More Women Nearly Bled to Death During Miscarriage
A new ProPublica data analysis adds to the mounting evidence that abortion bans have made the common experience of first-trimester miscarriage far more dangerous.
www.propublica.org
July 1, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Before states banned abortion, one of the gravest outcomes of early miscarriage could easily be avoided: Doctors could offer a dilation and curettage procedure, which quickly empties the uterus and allows it to close, protecting against a life-threatening hemorrhage.
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After 13 "unlucky" attempts, @marksimon.bsky.social wins his first SABR Trivia Contest during the Closing Ceremonies at #SABR53 in Texas. Congrats, Mark! sabr.org/latest/sabr-...
June 29, 2025 at 3:13 AM
After 13 "unlucky" attempts, @marksimon.bsky.social wins his first SABR Trivia Contest during the Closing Ceremonies at #SABR53 in Texas. Congrats, Mark! sabr.org/latest/sabr-...
Today, @elpcenter.bsky.social joined our Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition partners along with @ilaflcio.bsky.social & @chicagolabor.bsky.social for a rally to save Illinois public transit outside of Union Station! #FixItFundIt
June 26, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Today, @elpcenter.bsky.social joined our Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition partners along with @ilaflcio.bsky.social & @chicagolabor.bsky.social for a rally to save Illinois public transit outside of Union Station! #FixItFundIt
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Happy Pride Month! 🏳️🌈
All the proceeds from purchases made at our shop go to charity.
This month, the proceeds from our limited-edition Pride t-shirts will go to charities supporting LGBTQIA+ youth.
Check out our collection here: sportsreference.threadless.com
All the proceeds from purchases made at our shop go to charity.
This month, the proceeds from our limited-edition Pride t-shirts will go to charities supporting LGBTQIA+ youth.
Check out our collection here: sportsreference.threadless.com
June 17, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Happy Pride Month! 🏳️🌈
All the proceeds from purchases made at our shop go to charity.
This month, the proceeds from our limited-edition Pride t-shirts will go to charities supporting LGBTQIA+ youth.
Check out our collection here: sportsreference.threadless.com
All the proceeds from purchases made at our shop go to charity.
This month, the proceeds from our limited-edition Pride t-shirts will go to charities supporting LGBTQIA+ youth.
Check out our collection here: sportsreference.threadless.com
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If 102-year-old Kurt Goldschmidt, a survivor of the Holocaust, says "no kings" you'd best get up and stand up for your rights before it's too late. Mr. Goldschmidt knows all too well what he's seeing in Trump's America. It was an honor to stand with him today. #NoKingsInAmerica
June 14, 2025 at 5:12 PM
If 102-year-old Kurt Goldschmidt, a survivor of the Holocaust, says "no kings" you'd best get up and stand up for your rights before it's too late. Mr. Goldschmidt knows all too well what he's seeing in Trump's America. It was an honor to stand with him today. #NoKingsInAmerica
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W.E.B. Du Bois on Robert E. Lee:
“Either he knew what slavery meant when he helped maim and murder thousands in its defense, or he did not. If he did not he was a fool. If he did, Robert Lee was a traitor and a rebel–not indeed to his country, but to humanity and humanity’s God.”
“Either he knew what slavery meant when he helped maim and murder thousands in its defense, or he did not. If he did not he was a fool. If he did, Robert Lee was a traitor and a rebel–not indeed to his country, but to humanity and humanity’s God.”
June 11, 2025 at 12:42 PM
W.E.B. Du Bois on Robert E. Lee:
“Either he knew what slavery meant when he helped maim and murder thousands in its defense, or he did not. If he did not he was a fool. If he did, Robert Lee was a traitor and a rebel–not indeed to his country, but to humanity and humanity’s God.”
“Either he knew what slavery meant when he helped maim and murder thousands in its defense, or he did not. If he did not he was a fool. If he did, Robert Lee was a traitor and a rebel–not indeed to his country, but to humanity and humanity’s God.”
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I am officially one of The Ancients, Keeper of Knowledge of the Before Time
June 4, 2025 at 1:43 AM
I am officially one of The Ancients, Keeper of Knowledge of the Before Time
I’m particularly proud of this episode. What do Ken Griffey, Stan Musial, and the Clean Air Act have in common?
Donora, PA…and this episode of the 1988 Topps Podcast.
Donora, PA…and this episode of the 1988 Topps Podcast.
This week, the third best player from Donora, PA... Ken Griffey, Sr! The other two were Ken Jr. and his dad's teammate Stan Musial. Donora is also famous for a smog disaster. Griffey was a 3x All Star and 2x World Series Champ with the Reds.
Listen: 1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/04/ken-...
Listen: 1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/04/ken-...
April 26, 2025 at 3:03 PM
I’m particularly proud of this episode. What do Ken Griffey, Stan Musial, and the Clean Air Act have in common?
Donora, PA…and this episode of the 1988 Topps Podcast.
Donora, PA…and this episode of the 1988 Topps Podcast.
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This week, the third best player from Donora, PA... Ken Griffey, Sr! The other two were Ken Jr. and his dad's teammate Stan Musial. Donora is also famous for a smog disaster. Griffey was a 3x All Star and 2x World Series Champ with the Reds.
Listen: 1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/04/ken-...
Listen: 1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/04/ken-...
April 25, 2025 at 6:16 PM
This week, the third best player from Donora, PA... Ken Griffey, Sr! The other two were Ken Jr. and his dad's teammate Stan Musial. Donora is also famous for a smog disaster. Griffey was a 3x All Star and 2x World Series Champ with the Reds.
Listen: 1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/04/ken-...
Listen: 1988toppspodcast.blogspot.com/2025/04/ken-...
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Thursday April 17, I'm bartending to support @ilenviro.bsky.social at Chicago's oldest baseball bar, Nisei Lounge in Wrigleyville! I think they even have a 1988 Topps Jay Baller tacked to a wall. Get a ticket here, I'll buy you a shot, support a great organization! give.ilenviro.org/a/iec-celebr...
Celebrity Bartender Fundraiser!
We're excited to announce that the Illinois Environmental Council is bringing back an old favorite and hosting a celebrity bartender fundraiser on April 17th, at 6:30pm, at Nisei Lounge. Our celebrity...
give.ilenviro.org
April 15, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Thursday April 17, I'm bartending to support @ilenviro.bsky.social at Chicago's oldest baseball bar, Nisei Lounge in Wrigleyville! I think they even have a 1988 Topps Jay Baller tacked to a wall. Get a ticket here, I'll buy you a shot, support a great organization! give.ilenviro.org/a/iec-celebr...
Thursday April 17, I'm bartending to support @ilenviro.bsky.social at Chicago's oldest baseball bar, Nisei Lounge in Wrigleyville! I think they even have a 1988 Topps Jay Baller tacked to a wall. Get a ticket here, I'll buy you a shot, support a great organization! give.ilenviro.org/a/iec-celebr...
Celebrity Bartender Fundraiser!
We're excited to announce that the Illinois Environmental Council is bringing back an old favorite and hosting a celebrity bartender fundraiser on April 17th, at 6:30pm, at Nisei Lounge. Our celebrity...
give.ilenviro.org
April 15, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Thursday April 17, I'm bartending to support @ilenviro.bsky.social at Chicago's oldest baseball bar, Nisei Lounge in Wrigleyville! I think they even have a 1988 Topps Jay Baller tacked to a wall. Get a ticket here, I'll buy you a shot, support a great organization! give.ilenviro.org/a/iec-celebr...
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"i am gonna make it thru this year if it kills me," i sing along with the mountain goats, in early april
April 9, 2025 at 10:04 PM
"i am gonna make it thru this year if it kills me," i sing along with the mountain goats, in early april
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What a fucking group therapy sesh this will be. By September 2025 I can’t imagine how much I will need PUP + JEFF to breathe new life into me.
oh yes oh yes will I be cowering under a metal prep table as suggested by this wonderful poster? I doubt it! but tickets for this ripper with @jeffrosenstock.bsky.social & @ekkoastral.bsky.social are the only way to find out if this "kitchen nightmare" will be a dream come true
March 25, 2025 at 2:47 PM
What a fucking group therapy sesh this will be. By September 2025 I can’t imagine how much I will need PUP + JEFF to breathe new life into me.