Ron Santo, one of the greatest players in Chicago Cubs history and a longtime WGN radio announcer, has died of bladder cancer at age 70. Santo was a nine-time all-star in 15 big league seasons.
I am stunned to hear about the passing of one of the greatest third basemen in baseball history, Ron Santo. Santo was a legend in Chicago Cubs lore. In his 14 years with the Cubs and his final season across town with the White Sox, the third baseman hit .277 with, 2,254 hits, 342 home runs and 1,331 RBIs. He won the Gold Glove award five times. (How the man is not in the hall of fame, I will never understand, and they may induct him one day, but they should have given him the honor when he was alive!)
Santo joined the Chicago Cubs radio booth in 1990 and lived with the Cubs and every pitch. He basically was a fan in the booth! He had the energetic calls of "YESSS!" or "Oh Nooo!" were legendary and showed just how much this man loved his team.
I haven't even talked about his fight with diabetes. He was diagnosed with the disease when he was eighteen, undergoing surgery over a dozen times on both legs before ultimately losing both legs to the disease. This man was a warrior.
The Cubs have lost a great ambassador, and more importantly, the world has lost an even better peson.
Rest In Peace Ron.
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Thursday, December 2, 2010
LeBron's Return....
Less than 24 hours from now, LeBron James will make his return to Cleveland for the first time since publicly breaking the heart of the Cleveland fans who treated "The King" like royalty.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Video: Derek Anderson Gets Caught, Goes Crazy
The first memorable moment that the Arizona Cardinals gave us was that legendary speech by Coach Dennis Green over how "The Bears Are Who We Thought They Were!"
The latest Comedy of Errors that is the Arizona Cardinals is Derek Anderson getting caught smilling on the sideline while his team was trailing 18 points to the San Francisco 49ers. He gets caught red handed laughing on National TV, and let's see how he dealt with the question:
Yeah, I know there was a Super Bowl appearance for Arizona in between these two moments, but I would much rather remember the Cardinals for these two Press Conference blowups.
The latest Comedy of Errors that is the Arizona Cardinals is Derek Anderson getting caught smilling on the sideline while his team was trailing 18 points to the San Francisco 49ers. He gets caught red handed laughing on National TV, and let's see how he dealt with the question:
Yeah, I know there was a Super Bowl appearance for Arizona in between these two moments, but I would much rather remember the Cardinals for these two Press Conference blowups.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Funny Friday: Somebody's Getting Fired.
An Ohio power plant's 275-foot tower was demolished on Wednesday, but the blast knocked it the wrong direction. No one was hurt but the collapse knocked out power to 4,000 customers.
Monday, November 8, 2010
The Projected 2011 ESPN MLB Announcing Lineup
It was announced earlier today that after twenty-one years of doing ESPN Sunday Night Baseball on ESPN, Jon Miller and Joe Morgan will not be coming back next season. Joe Morgan will not even be returning to ESPN Next season. There is talk that Jon Miller may return next season to do the games on ESPN Radio.
With that being said, here are the PROJECTED 2011 ESPN MLB Announcing Lineup.
SUNDAY NIGHT TV: Dan Shulman, Orel Hersheiser, Bobby Valentine
Sunday Night (ESPN Radio:) Jon Miller, Dave Campbell
Monday Night Baseball: Jon Sciambi, Aaron Boone, Chris Singleton
Wednesday Night Baseball: Dave O'Brien, Rick Sutcliffe
With that being said, here are the PROJECTED 2011 ESPN MLB Announcing Lineup.
SUNDAY NIGHT TV: Dan Shulman, Orel Hersheiser, Bobby Valentine
Sunday Night (ESPN Radio:) Jon Miller, Dave Campbell
Monday Night Baseball: Jon Sciambi, Aaron Boone, Chris Singleton
Wednesday Night Baseball: Dave O'Brien, Rick Sutcliffe
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
2010 World Series Preview
Well, the 2010 World Series is set to begin later tonight. The Rangers beat the Rays in five games to get to the ALCS, and then beat the Yankees in Six games to get to the World Series. The San Francisco Giants outlasted the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies to get to this point. Who has the edge? Let's start with the men on the mound.
GAME ONE: Cliff Lee vs Tim Lincecum
GAME TWO: C.J. Wilson Vs Matt Cain
GAME THREE: Johnathan Sanchez vs Colby Lewis
GAME FOUR: Madison Bumgartner Vs Tommy Hunter
GAME FIVE: LINCECUM VS LEE
GAME SIX & SEVEN: TBA
Cliff Lee has been a man among boys this postseaon. The man has command beyond his years,and a poise that you just don't see in a whole lot of pitchers. He lives for the big game, and has some of the most dominant stuff baseball has seen. For Lincecum, this is the second year that he led the National League in Strikeouts. "The Freak" will make Childs' Play with the Rangers batters! I fully expect Game one to be determined by the bullpen.
Game Two is a real intriguing matchup. Two guys who aren't as flashy as their game one counterparts, but they get the job done. One run may score, and that may be enough for that team to get the victory.
Game Three, the series shifts locations from San Francisco to Arlington. Colby Lewis pitched the best game of his life during Game Six of the ALCS. Lewis is a guy who spent some years down in Japan. Johnathan Sanchez threw a no-hitter for the Giants last year. Expect both offenses to hit the ground running. Expect a Slugfest.
Game Four, Madison Bumgartner is one of the pleasant suprises in baseball. Tommy Hunter is a capable starter. If the offense gets going, expect Hunter to shut the Giants down.
Game Five, The Repeat. Expect this one to be just as exciting as Game One, although the circumstances will be much different.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Elvis Andrus, Rangers: Elvis is the fastest man I have ever seen on a baseball field! The man is blessed with speed, and can go from first to third about as fast as you can blink an eye. He is in the leadoff spot for a reason. Tell The Giants to Watch for the bunt!
Cody Ross, Giants: Cody Ross was a giant suprise in the postseason to this Giants team. He hit two homeruns off Roy Hallday in Game One of the NLCS, and then homered off Roy Oswalt in Game Two! The Rangers had better pitch to him very carefully.
Who were you expecting, Josh Hamilton and Pablo Sandoval?
Finally, My World Series Prediction:
The Texas Rangers will make the first time they appear in the World Series count. This team is potent in all facets, pitching, defense, and Speed! Nelson Cruz has brought his "Boomstick" with him to the postseason. Sorry Giants fans, your misery since 1954 will have to continue. It will be a great series. I pick the Texas Rangers to win it all in six games.
GAME ONE: Cliff Lee vs Tim Lincecum
GAME TWO: C.J. Wilson Vs Matt Cain
GAME THREE: Johnathan Sanchez vs Colby Lewis
GAME FOUR: Madison Bumgartner Vs Tommy Hunter
GAME FIVE: LINCECUM VS LEE
GAME SIX & SEVEN: TBA
Cliff Lee has been a man among boys this postseaon. The man has command beyond his years,and a poise that you just don't see in a whole lot of pitchers. He lives for the big game, and has some of the most dominant stuff baseball has seen. For Lincecum, this is the second year that he led the National League in Strikeouts. "The Freak" will make Childs' Play with the Rangers batters! I fully expect Game one to be determined by the bullpen.
Game Two is a real intriguing matchup. Two guys who aren't as flashy as their game one counterparts, but they get the job done. One run may score, and that may be enough for that team to get the victory.
Game Three, the series shifts locations from San Francisco to Arlington. Colby Lewis pitched the best game of his life during Game Six of the ALCS. Lewis is a guy who spent some years down in Japan. Johnathan Sanchez threw a no-hitter for the Giants last year. Expect both offenses to hit the ground running. Expect a Slugfest.
Game Four, Madison Bumgartner is one of the pleasant suprises in baseball. Tommy Hunter is a capable starter. If the offense gets going, expect Hunter to shut the Giants down.
Game Five, The Repeat. Expect this one to be just as exciting as Game One, although the circumstances will be much different.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Elvis Andrus, Rangers: Elvis is the fastest man I have ever seen on a baseball field! The man is blessed with speed, and can go from first to third about as fast as you can blink an eye. He is in the leadoff spot for a reason. Tell The Giants to Watch for the bunt!
Cody Ross, Giants: Cody Ross was a giant suprise in the postseason to this Giants team. He hit two homeruns off Roy Hallday in Game One of the NLCS, and then homered off Roy Oswalt in Game Two! The Rangers had better pitch to him very carefully.
Who were you expecting, Josh Hamilton and Pablo Sandoval?
Finally, My World Series Prediction:
The Texas Rangers will make the first time they appear in the World Series count. This team is potent in all facets, pitching, defense, and Speed! Nelson Cruz has brought his "Boomstick" with him to the postseason. Sorry Giants fans, your misery since 1954 will have to continue. It will be a great series. I pick the Texas Rangers to win it all in six games.
Friday, October 22, 2010
Funny Friday: "My Name Is Phil Davison!"
This is one of the funniest videos I have ever seen. Watch it, not just once, but twice. Then forward it to your friends. This is amazing!Phil Davison gives an intense speech to become county treasurer! Watch Below!
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Post #1400: Mike Quade Named Cubs Manager
Well, by now I'm sure you've heard the news. Mike Quade has been named the Cubs Manager. He has signed a two year contract. Of course, the biggest news was that Ryne Sandberg did not get the job, or that the Cubs did not wait until after the postseason to see if Joe Girardi was available.
How do I feel about the move?
In 2006, when the Cubs were interviewing candidates to become their next manager, one of the candidates they interviewed was Ryne Sandberg. Cubs GM Jim Hendry told Sandberg that he needed to start managing down in the minors and work his way up. Sandberg started down at the Peoria Chiefs, then managed the Tennesee Smokies the following year, then managed the Iowa Cubs, winning the Pacific Coast League manager of the year award.
Lou Piniella gets the job to manage the Cubs, leading them to the postseason in 2007 and 2008, but they get swept out of the first round both years. The Cubs regressed in 2009 and 2010. Lou Piniella retired early in the season, replacing him with Mike Quade.
I think I was most suprised to announce that the Cubs did not wait until after the World Series to see if Joe Girardi was available.
I think that it is downright disheartning that the Cubs passed on the obvious heir apparent to the legendary Lou Pinniela, Ryne Sandberg. The man who thought that going all the down from Peoria would help him get a job managing at the Major League Level.
I know that Mike Quade led the Cubs to a 24-13 record in his season managing, but the fact that the Cubs may have lost the chance for a hall of famer like Ryne Sandberg to wear a Cubs uniform again is disheartening to me.
It's a two year deal, so maybe the Cubs don't believe they can contend for the next two seasons.
The biggest question I want answered is:
How in the World does GM Jim Hendry still have a job? He should have been fired as soon as he traded away Mark DeRosa and signed Milton Bradley.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Funny Friday:Presidential Seal Falls During Speech
The presidential seal fell off President Barack Obama's podium and clattered to the stage as Obama delivered a speech to a women's conference Tuesday.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
The MLB Postseason Is Starting!
The 2010 MLB Postseason is starting!
The Matchups are:
Minnesota Twins vs New York Yankees
San Francisco Giants vs Atlanta Braves
Cincinatti Reds vs Philadelphia Phillies
Texas Rangers vs Tampa Bay Rays
My postseason choice for the World Series is the same as it was back in April. The Phillies and Yankees will rematch for the third straight year.
My Postseason picks:
Yankees Sweep Twins
Phillies Sweep Reds
Rangers over Rays in Four
Braves over Giants in Five
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Twins Morneau Out for ALDS
Minnesota slugger Justin Morneau has ruled himself out of the first round of the playoffs. Morneau has been out since he suffered a concussion in Toronto July 7th, kneed in the head inadvertently by Blue Jays second baseman John McDonald.
That's bad news for Twins fans, but Jim Thome has really picked up the slack. The White Sox made a big mistake by not bringing him back.
That's bad news for Twins fans, but Jim Thome has really picked up the slack. The White Sox made a big mistake by not bringing him back.
Reds Earn NL Central Title
Cincinnati clinches its first playoff spot in 15 years by wrapping up the National League Central title. The Yankees and Rays also earn playoff spots in the AL.
Wow! What a way to clinch the division! Congrats to Jay Bruce and the Reds.
The NL Central team has been swept in the postseason since 2007. Look for the young upstart Reds to buck the trend.
Wow! What a way to clinch the division! Congrats to Jay Bruce and the Reds.
The NL Central team has been swept in the postseason since 2007. Look for the young upstart Reds to buck the trend.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Phillies Win NL East Again
Philadelphia's Roy Halladay nailed down the Phillies fourth consecutive National League East title Monday with a standout performance against Washington.
Monday, September 20, 2010
When Will Baseball Break With Maple?
There's no other way to ask it.
When is Major League Baseball going to break with Maple?
Yesterday, Cubs rookie outfielder Tyler Colvin, who leads the league in rookie homeruns with twenty, was at third when the bat from teammate Wellington Castillo separated.
He was injured when the fat part of the maple bat impaled him in the chest.
Colvin's season is over. His career was almost ended in an instant, thanks to another runaway piece of maple wood.
Commisioner Selig said the problem has been handled, citing that baseball is down over 50 percent in broken bats.
One problem: This is not like the rest of baseball, where percentages tell the entire story.
Cubs infielder Jeff Baker tells the story of seeing an umpire in Kansas City get slashed in the neck with a maple bat. Don Long was hit in the cheek by the same part of the bat a few years ago.
Is a player going to have to get killed on the field by a bat impaling their heart to get baseball to do something?
Baseball just keeps sitting on their hands, hoping nobody gets hurt by maple bats.
They can't wait anymore.
When is Major League Baseball going to break with Maple?
Yesterday, Cubs rookie outfielder Tyler Colvin, who leads the league in rookie homeruns with twenty, was at third when the bat from teammate Wellington Castillo separated.
He was injured when the fat part of the maple bat impaled him in the chest.
Colvin's season is over. His career was almost ended in an instant, thanks to another runaway piece of maple wood.
Commisioner Selig said the problem has been handled, citing that baseball is down over 50 percent in broken bats.
One problem: This is not like the rest of baseball, where percentages tell the entire story.
Cubs infielder Jeff Baker tells the story of seeing an umpire in Kansas City get slashed in the neck with a maple bat. Don Long was hit in the cheek by the same part of the bat a few years ago.
Is a player going to have to get killed on the field by a bat impaling their heart to get baseball to do something?
Baseball just keeps sitting on their hands, hoping nobody gets hurt by maple bats.
They can't wait anymore.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Joe Torre to retire as Dodgers manager
Joe Torre announced Friday he will retire as manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are mired near the bottom of the NL West, and the team immediately said hitting coach Don Mattingly will replace him.
Three great managers retiring at the end of the year. Lou Piniella, Joe Torre, and Bobby Cox. I can't wait to watch when the three of them are enshrined into Cooperstown. They will have LOTS of stories to tell.
Three great managers retiring at the end of the year. Lou Piniella, Joe Torre, and Bobby Cox. I can't wait to watch when the three of them are enshrined into Cooperstown. They will have LOTS of stories to tell.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Funny Friday: "Sid The Kid" Homers
Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby homered into PNC Park's right-field seats while taking batting practice with eight Penguins teammates. Crosby was the only one of the group to reach the seats.
BTW, Vikings get their revenge tonight to open up the NFL Season.
Have a great weekend!
BTW, Vikings get their revenge tonight to open up the NFL Season.
Have a great weekend!
Friday, August 27, 2010
Funny Friday: Snakes In A Cooler
Pete Caroll was notorious for the pranks he used to pull on his players at USC. It's good to see has taken those pranks with him now that he is with the Seahawks.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
R.I.P. Bobby Thompson
Bobby Thompson, the player that hit a walkoff homerun for the New York Giants back in 1951 to help them win the National League Pennant, has died. He was 86.
That homerun is remembered just as much for the legendary call by announcer Russ Hodges "The Giants Win The Pennant!The Giants Win The Pennant!"
It was discovered later that the Giants had a system that helped them to tell which pitch was coming, leading hardcore Dodgers fans to say "The Giants STOLE The Pennant!"
Bobby Thompson's name is up there with Bill Mazeroski, Joe Carter, Carlton Fisk, Kirby Puckett, Carlton Fisk, and Aaron Boone, players that have hit historic walkoff homeruns.
Nationals Fans, Say Hello To Bryce Harper
Top overall draft pick Bryce Harper reached an agreement on a major league contract with the Washington Nationals just before the deadline.
Bryce Harper and Stephen Starsburg give the Nationals a bright future.
Bryce Harper and Stephen Starsburg give the Nationals a bright future.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Video: The Greatest Catch You Will Ever See!
Masato Akamatsu of the Hiroshima Carp climbs the wall to make an unbelievable catch. You have to see it to believe it!
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Thursday, July 29, 2010
"The Year Of The Pitcher" Continues
Matt Garza threw the first no-hitter in Tampa Bay history and the fifth in the major leagues this season, beating the Detroit Tigers 5-0 Monday night. Garza struck out six batters in the win.
Congrats to Matt and the Rays on this accomplishment.
Congrats to Matt and the Rays on this accomplishment.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
The Streak Is Over!
For the first time since 1996, the National League has won the All Star Game! They get Homefield Advantage in the World Series! Watch the highlights Below!
Yankees Owner George Steinbrenner Dies at 80
George Steinbrenner, who rebuilt the New York Yankees into a sports empire with a mix of bluster and big bucks that polarized fans all across America, died Tuesday. He had just celebrated his 80th birthday July 4.
Just a few days after the legendary Bob Sheppard passes away, "The Boss" passes away as well. R.I.P. George. You will be missed.
Just a few days after the legendary Bob Sheppard passes away, "The Boss" passes away as well. R.I.P. George. You will be missed.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
State Farm Homerun Derby Highlights
Which Slugger would come out on top in the 2010 State Farm Homerun Derby? Watch the video below to find out!
Congrats to Big Papi, becoming the first Red Sox player to win the Homerun Derby.
The MLB All Star Game Is Tonight! Go National League! END THAT STREAK!!!
Congrats to Big Papi, becoming the first Red Sox player to win the Homerun Derby.
The MLB All Star Game Is Tonight! Go National League! END THAT STREAK!!!
Monday, July 12, 2010
Jimenez, Price to Start All-Star Game
Manager Joe Girardi announced Monday that Tampa Bay's David Price would be the AL's starting pitcher in Tuesday night's All-Star Game. NL manager Charlie Manuel announced he'll start Colorado's Ubaldo Jimenez.
The State Farm Homerun Derby Is Tonight! Miguel Cabrera, Vernon Wells, David Ortiz, and Nick Swisher are Swinging for the American League.
Matt Holliday, Hanley Ramirez, Chris Young, and Corey Hart will go for the National League.
I pick Matt Holliday to win ther Derby this Year.
The State Farm Homerun Derby Is Tonight! Miguel Cabrera, Vernon Wells, David Ortiz, and Nick Swisher are Swinging for the American League.
Matt Holliday, Hanley Ramirez, Chris Young, and Corey Hart will go for the National League.
I pick Matt Holliday to win ther Derby this Year.
Raw Video: Cavs Fans React to LeBron's Decision
In the words of the legendary Vin Scully "If one picture is worth a thousand words, then you have seen about a million words."
Saturday, July 10, 2010
What Was LeBron To Do?
What was LeBron to do? Nobody wanted to come to Cleveland to help him win a Championship. I know the city is heartbroken, but it was never about the fans. When Chris Bosh did not want to come to Cleveland, that led LeBron to say Goodbye.
Video: Spike Lee Reacts To LeBron's Decision
Spike Lee offers his take on LeBron James' choice of Miami and the reaction from Cleveland.
Friday, July 9, 2010
Your First Look At The New Big Three
The Miami Heat hold a celebration for LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh.
Texas Rangers Trade For Cliff Lee
Baseball Tonight Breaks Down The Cliff Lee trade.
Wow! The Texas Rangers just pulled off one heck of a trade. I know that giving up Justin Smoak hurt a bit, but if this team can get past the Yankees this October, Cliff Lee will be the reason why.
This move is equivalent to when the Cubs traded for Rick Sutcliffe. He would go on to dominate the National League, winning the Cy Young Award.
The Rangers are gunning it for a shot at a World Series Championship. This is what teams that want to change their losing ways do.
Your 2010 MLB Final Vote Winners Are...
Congrats to Nick Swisher and Joey Votto. I hope they represent their respective leagues well this Tuesday Night.
LeBron James To Join The Miami Heat
Wow. LeBron Really Is Going to Miami.
I didn't think he had it in him to leave the only place he has ever known.
Imagine how Cavs fans have got to be feeling right now. This is worse than "The Drive, The Fumble, Jordan's Shot over Ehlo even."
Cleveland has got to be the most depressed fan base in America right now.
On the Flip Side...Imagine how quickly tickets are going to start flying off the shelves now that we know for sure that LeBron got out of Cleveland.
Tickets for Heat games, already tough to get, will be flying off the web. The new "James 6" Jerseys are going to be a top seller for sure, and Dwayne Wade gets some help in a huge way with Chris Bosh and LeBron James.
The only Cavs games you will see on ESPN now are when LeBron is booed mercilessly when he plays against them.
Think about what LeBron has just done to his fan base in that city. They haven't won diddly squat since 1964, and he was their best chance to win it all. Now that he's gone, what's a Cleveland fan to do?
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Where Will LeBron Go?
Will LeBron James play with Amare Stoudemire in New York?
There are some websites that say LeBron will sign with the Knicks. I an not sure how accurate they are, but one of them was from TMZ.
(Click On the Title for the TMZ Link.)
There are some websites that say LeBron will sign with the Knicks. I an not sure how accurate they are, but one of them was from TMZ.
(Click On the Title for the TMZ Link.)
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Your 2010 MLB All Star Game Starters Are...
AMERICAN LEAGUE
STARTERS
Pos Player
C Joe Mauer, MIN
1B Justin Morneau, MIN
2B Robinson Cano, NYY
SS Derek Jeter, NYY
3B Evan Longoria, TB
OF Josh Hamilton, TEX
OF Ichiro Suzuki, SEA
OF Carl Crawford, TB
DH Vladimir Guerrero, TEX
Pitchers
Pos Player
P Clay Buchholz, BOS
P Trevor Cahill, OAK
P Fausto Carmona, CLE
P Neftali Feliz, TEX
P Phil Hughes, NYY
P Cliff Lee, SEA
P Jon Lester, BOS
P David Price, TB
P Mariano Rivera, NYY
P CC Sabathia, NYY
P Joakim Soria, KC
P Matt Thornton, CWS
P Jose Valverde, DET
Reserves
Pos Player
C John Buck, TOR**
C Victor Martinez, BOS*
1B Miguel Cabrera, DET
2B Dustin Pedroia, BOS*
2B Ian Kinsler, TEX***
2B Ty Wigginton, BAL
SS Elvis Andrus, TEX
3B Adrian Beltre, BOS
3B Alex Rodriguez, NYY
OF Jose Bautista, TOR
OF Torii Hunter, LAA
OF Vernon Wells, TOR
DH David Ortiz, BOS
NATIONAL LEAGUE
Starters
Pos Player
C Yadier Molina, STL
1B Albert Pujols, STL
2B Chase Utley, PHI+
SS Hanley Ramirez, FLA
3B David Wright, NYM
OF Ryan Braun, MIL
OF Andre Ethier, LAD
OF Jason Heyward, ATL
Pitchers
Pos Player
P Jonathan Broxton, LAD
P Matt Capps, WAS
P Chris Carpenter, STL
P Yovani Gallardo, MIL
P Roy Halladay, PHI
P Tim Hudson, ATL
P Ubaldo Jimenez, COL
P Josh Johnson, FLA
P Tim Lincecum, SF
P Evan Meek, PIT
P Arthur Rhodes, CIN
P Adam Wainwright, STL
P Brian Wilson, SF
Reserves
Pos Player
C Brian McCann, ATL
1B Adrian Gonzalez, SD
1B Ryan Howard, PHI
2B Brandon Phillips, CIN
2B Martin Prado, ATL++
SS Jose Reyes, NYM+++
SS Troy Tulowitzki, COL*
3B Omar Infante, ATL
3B Scott Rolen, CIN
OF Michael Bourn, HOU
OF Marlon Byrd, CHC
OF Corey Hart, MIL
OF Matt Holliday, STL
OF Chris Young, ARI
Notes:
* Chosen on Player Ballot, on the DL
** Replaces Victor Martinez
*** Replaces Dustin Pedroia
+ Chosen by fans, on the DL
++ Replaces Chase Utley in starting lineup
+++ Replaces Troy Tulowitzki
The 2010 MLB All Star Game is July 13th.
STARTERS
Pos Player
C Joe Mauer, MIN
1B Justin Morneau, MIN
2B Robinson Cano, NYY
SS Derek Jeter, NYY
3B Evan Longoria, TB
OF Josh Hamilton, TEX
OF Ichiro Suzuki, SEA
OF Carl Crawford, TB
DH Vladimir Guerrero, TEX
Pitchers
Pos Player
P Clay Buchholz, BOS
P Trevor Cahill, OAK
P Fausto Carmona, CLE
P Neftali Feliz, TEX
P Phil Hughes, NYY
P Cliff Lee, SEA
P Jon Lester, BOS
P David Price, TB
P Mariano Rivera, NYY
P CC Sabathia, NYY
P Joakim Soria, KC
P Matt Thornton, CWS
P Jose Valverde, DET
Reserves
Pos Player
C John Buck, TOR**
C Victor Martinez, BOS*
1B Miguel Cabrera, DET
2B Dustin Pedroia, BOS*
2B Ian Kinsler, TEX***
2B Ty Wigginton, BAL
SS Elvis Andrus, TEX
3B Adrian Beltre, BOS
3B Alex Rodriguez, NYY
OF Jose Bautista, TOR
OF Torii Hunter, LAA
OF Vernon Wells, TOR
DH David Ortiz, BOS
NATIONAL LEAGUE
Starters
Pos Player
C Yadier Molina, STL
1B Albert Pujols, STL
2B Chase Utley, PHI+
SS Hanley Ramirez, FLA
3B David Wright, NYM
OF Ryan Braun, MIL
OF Andre Ethier, LAD
OF Jason Heyward, ATL
Pitchers
Pos Player
P Jonathan Broxton, LAD
P Matt Capps, WAS
P Chris Carpenter, STL
P Yovani Gallardo, MIL
P Roy Halladay, PHI
P Tim Hudson, ATL
P Ubaldo Jimenez, COL
P Josh Johnson, FLA
P Tim Lincecum, SF
P Evan Meek, PIT
P Arthur Rhodes, CIN
P Adam Wainwright, STL
P Brian Wilson, SF
Reserves
Pos Player
C Brian McCann, ATL
1B Adrian Gonzalez, SD
1B Ryan Howard, PHI
2B Brandon Phillips, CIN
2B Martin Prado, ATL++
SS Jose Reyes, NYM+++
SS Troy Tulowitzki, COL*
3B Omar Infante, ATL
3B Scott Rolen, CIN
OF Michael Bourn, HOU
OF Marlon Byrd, CHC
OF Corey Hart, MIL
OF Matt Holliday, STL
OF Chris Young, ARI
Notes:
* Chosen on Player Ballot, on the DL
** Replaces Victor Martinez
*** Replaces Dustin Pedroia
+ Chosen by fans, on the DL
++ Replaces Chase Utley in starting lineup
+++ Replaces Troy Tulowitzki
The 2010 MLB All Star Game is July 13th.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
My 2010 MLB All Star Ballot
Here's who got my 25 votes.
AMERICAN LEAGUE
1B Miguel Cabrera
2B Robinson Cano
SS Derek Jeter
3B Evan Longoria
C Joe Mauer
DH Vladamir Guererro
OF Carl Crawford
OF Josh Hamilton
OF Curtis Granderson
NATIONAL LEAGUE
1B Albert Pujols
2B Chase Utley
SS Rafael Furcal
3B David Wright
C Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez
OF Ryan Braun
OF Marlon Byrd
OF Andre Ethier
The 2010 MLB All Star Game is Tuesday, July 13th from Anaheim on Fox.
Who will get your 25 online votes?
AMERICAN LEAGUE
1B Miguel Cabrera
2B Robinson Cano
SS Derek Jeter
3B Evan Longoria
C Joe Mauer
DH Vladamir Guererro
OF Carl Crawford
OF Josh Hamilton
OF Curtis Granderson
NATIONAL LEAGUE
1B Albert Pujols
2B Chase Utley
SS Rafael Furcal
3B David Wright
C Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez
OF Ryan Braun
OF Marlon Byrd
OF Andre Ethier
The 2010 MLB All Star Game is Tuesday, July 13th from Anaheim on Fox.
Who will get your 25 online votes?
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Video:The World's Reaction to Landon Donovan's Game Winning Goal
Check out the World's Reaction to Landon Donovan's Game Winning Goal against Algeria!
Soccer. The Beautiful Game. The World's Game. The World was cheering us on after that spectacular finish!
The USA plays Ghana today. Go Go USA!!
Soccer. The Beautiful Game. The World's Game. The World was cheering us on after that spectacular finish!
The USA plays Ghana today. Go Go USA!!
Thursday, June 24, 2010
What An Amazing End To The USA-Algeria Match!
Wow! You could not say enough about the performance of Team USA yesterday against Algeria! They had their chances, but each time the goalkeeper would deny them. It seemed to be that way as well on the Clint Dempsey shot, but Landon Donovan rocketed the ball into the net to send the USA on to the top of Group D!
Unbelievable! From elimination to Top of Group D!
Longest Tennis Match Ever Remains Undecided!
The John Isner-Nicolas Mahut second round match at Wimbledon was suspended by darkness for the second straight day on Wednesday, making it the longest match in tennis history.
Wow! Tied at 59-59! A seven hour,six minute match with a total of playing time of Ten Hours!
Wow! Tied at 59-59! A seven hour,six minute match with a total of playing time of Ten Hours!
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Video: USA Vs England Lego
Somebody actually took the time to recap the USA-England match...Using Legos! Check It out below!
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Video: Lou Piniella Has A Problem With Steve Stone
White Sox announcer Steve Stone ripped Lou Piniella for not playing outfielder Tyler Colvin more.
That set off Lou Piniella, and he had another meltdown. Check it out below!
"We've got a lot of people people here that haven't managed and won any games in the big leagues that know everything," Piniella said before Friday's game against the White Sox. "I think they should try to put the uniform on and try this job, and see how they like it when they get criticized unjustly. That's all I've got to say about that issue."
But Lou didn't stop there.
"And another thing I'm going to say — I won over 1,800 games as a manager, and I'm not a damn dummy,That, I can tell you. OK? There are only 13 others that have won more games than me, so I guess I think I know what the hell I'm doing. All right?"
He then put a face on his critics, saying that Steve Stone has "enough problems doing what he does with the White Sox."
"What job has he had in baseball besides talking on television or radio?" Piniella asked. "What has he done? Why isn't he a farm director and bring some kids around? Why isn't he a general manager? Why hasn't he ever put the uniform on and been a pitching coach? Why hasn't he been a field manager? There's 30 teams out there that could use a guy's expertise like that, you know? I'm tired of some of these guys, I really am."
I have gotta say that Lou is right on this issue. I remember when Steve Stone was the Cubs analyst, alongside Chip Caray (And Harry Caray before that.) It is very convenient to say "A team needs to do this" from afar. If Stoney ever does put on a uniform, I think that would give a whole different perspective on the talking heads on Television.
Lou is right on in ripping Stone, but the Cubs have dropped the first two of a nine game stand, all against American League Teams. This is a make or break series for them.
What's the big deal? I think that Kosuke Fukudome and Xavier Nady will be gone next season anyway, and Tyler Colvin will be the Cubs starting Right Fielder in 2011.
That set off Lou Piniella, and he had another meltdown. Check it out below!
"We've got a lot of people people here that haven't managed and won any games in the big leagues that know everything," Piniella said before Friday's game against the White Sox. "I think they should try to put the uniform on and try this job, and see how they like it when they get criticized unjustly. That's all I've got to say about that issue."
But Lou didn't stop there.
"And another thing I'm going to say — I won over 1,800 games as a manager, and I'm not a damn dummy,That, I can tell you. OK? There are only 13 others that have won more games than me, so I guess I think I know what the hell I'm doing. All right?"
He then put a face on his critics, saying that Steve Stone has "enough problems doing what he does with the White Sox."
"What job has he had in baseball besides talking on television or radio?" Piniella asked. "What has he done? Why isn't he a farm director and bring some kids around? Why isn't he a general manager? Why hasn't he ever put the uniform on and been a pitching coach? Why hasn't he been a field manager? There's 30 teams out there that could use a guy's expertise like that, you know? I'm tired of some of these guys, I really am."
I have gotta say that Lou is right on this issue. I remember when Steve Stone was the Cubs analyst, alongside Chip Caray (And Harry Caray before that.) It is very convenient to say "A team needs to do this" from afar. If Stoney ever does put on a uniform, I think that would give a whole different perspective on the talking heads on Television.
Lou is right on in ripping Stone, but the Cubs have dropped the first two of a nine game stand, all against American League Teams. This is a make or break series for them.
What's the big deal? I think that Kosuke Fukudome and Xavier Nady will be gone next season anyway, and Tyler Colvin will be the Cubs starting Right Fielder in 2011.
Friday, June 11, 2010
Funny Friday: Scott Stapp/Dicky Barrett Songs
Scott Stapp and Dicky Barrett sing to their favorite games.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Video: The Blackhawks Win The Stanley Cup!
In one of the most dramatic and unusual endings in Stanley Cup history, Patrick Kane scored on a puck that was in and out of the net so fast that if you blinked, you missed it. Watch the highlights below!
The Blackhawks hoist Lord Stanley's Mug!
The Blackhawks have ended the NHL's longest Title Drought! Way To Go Blackhawks!
The Chicago Blackhawks have won the Stanley Cup!
The Blackhawks hoist Lord Stanley's Mug!
The Blackhawks have ended the NHL's longest Title Drought! Way To Go Blackhawks!
The Chicago Blackhawks have won the Stanley Cup!
Friday, June 4, 2010
Streak Alive! Wittels Gets A Hit in 55th Straight Game
With his team trailing by nine runs, there was little reason for Garrett Wittels to take a pitch. So the Florida International infielder swung away on a 3-0 count _ and moved within three games of history.
Wittels is two away one away from the MLB record 56 game hit streak, set by Joe DiMaggio. He is three away from the NCAA record set by Robin Ventura.
Major League Scouts are surely going to keep an eye on this kid.
Wittels is two away one away from the MLB record 56 game hit streak, set by Joe DiMaggio. He is three away from the NCAA record set by Robin Ventura.
Major League Scouts are surely going to keep an eye on this kid.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Lakers-Celtics Set To Battle In NBA Finals
Here we go again.
The Lakers and the Celtics will face off for the NBA championship.
This will be the 12th time they they battle for the title. The Celtics lead 9-2 in the Finals, and they actually lead the regular season series as well 152-120.
So what does all this mean? If history teaches us anything, the Celtics will win.
First of all, these are the same Celtics that beat Kobe and the Lakers in 2008. The Lakers are pretty much the same except for the addition of Ron Artest. The Celtics bullied the Lakers two years ago. That's not going to change, even if the Lakers are tougher w/ Artest, the self-proclaimed True Warrior.
Second, the Lakers don't have an answer for Rondo. Sure Derek Fisher has faced Russell Westbrook, Deron Williams, and Steve Nash, but Rondo is has been playing at a high level since the first round. That's not going to change in the Finals.
Finally, the Celtics have run past Dwayne Wade, Lebron James, and Dwight Howard this post season. Kobe and the Lakers are going to be the cherry on top. The Celtics are playing their best basketball at the best time. They are running on all cylinders.
So they don't have home court advantage, but they have history.
James Flora
(I'm inclined to agree with James. Game One of the NBA Finals is tonight on ABC.)
The Lakers and the Celtics will face off for the NBA championship.
This will be the 12th time they they battle for the title. The Celtics lead 9-2 in the Finals, and they actually lead the regular season series as well 152-120.
So what does all this mean? If history teaches us anything, the Celtics will win.
First of all, these are the same Celtics that beat Kobe and the Lakers in 2008. The Lakers are pretty much the same except for the addition of Ron Artest. The Celtics bullied the Lakers two years ago. That's not going to change, even if the Lakers are tougher w/ Artest, the self-proclaimed True Warrior.
Second, the Lakers don't have an answer for Rondo. Sure Derek Fisher has faced Russell Westbrook, Deron Williams, and Steve Nash, but Rondo is has been playing at a high level since the first round. That's not going to change in the Finals.
Finally, the Celtics have run past Dwayne Wade, Lebron James, and Dwight Howard this post season. Kobe and the Lakers are going to be the cherry on top. The Celtics are playing their best basketball at the best time. They are running on all cylinders.
So they don't have home court advantage, but they have history.
James Flora
(I'm inclined to agree with James. Game One of the NBA Finals is tonight on ABC.)
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Phils' Halladay Tosses 2nd Perfect Game of Year
Phillies pitcher Roy Halladay tossed the second perfect game in the majors this season, mowing down the Marlins in Florida Saturday. It's the second perfect game and 10th no-hitter in Phillies history.
Tim Kurkjian talks about Halladay's Perfecto.
Phillies play-by-play announcer Tom McCarthy reacts to Roy Halladay's perfect game and what it means to the Phillies.
Congrats to Roy Halladay on his Perfect Game. He was really working the ball well, throwing it all over the strike zone. All the Marlins could do was shake their heads.
Tim Kurkjian talks about Halladay's Perfecto.
Phillies play-by-play announcer Tom McCarthy reacts to Roy Halladay's perfect game and what it means to the Phillies.
Congrats to Roy Halladay on his Perfect Game. He was really working the ball well, throwing it all over the strike zone. All the Marlins could do was shake their heads.
Friday, May 28, 2010
Video: Ron Artest Tips In The Game Winner!
Ron Artest Tipped in the miss by Kobe Bryant to give the Lakers a thrilling 103-101 victory! watch Below!
My First Interleague Game!
I took a trip to Arlington Texas this past weekend. I saw the Chicago Cubs take on the Texas Rangers. It is my first Interleague Baseball Game! Before the game, the trolley from the hotel that was supposed to take us to the ballpark was over an hour late! We finally arrived at the ballpark at about 6:50 PM. The PA announcer was going over the starting lineups when we walked in. Our seats were in the Center Field Bleachers. I could not believe my eyes. The Chicago Cubs, for the first time since August 14, 2002, were right in front of me! I was so eager to get the ballgame started. I saw Texas get past a leadoff walk to end the top of the first, then saw Ted Lilly have a dominant outing against the Rangers bats. Cubbies had runners at first and third in the second when the Shortstop (Starlin Castro) grounded into a 6-4-3 Double Play to bring a run across, 1-0 Cubs. The Rangers would come back in the fourth inning. I was actually in line buying a soda when this play happened, but I saw the replay on one of the TVs. The Cubs third baseman threw the ball wide of our first baseman. Our Second Baseman then threw the ball wide to third, allowing the runner(Ian Kinsler) to head all the way to third. (The Ballpark went Crazy!) Vladamir Guererro hit a long fly ball to left for a double, tying the game at 1. Guererro would then be brought around with a double, giving the Rangers a 2-1 lead. There were no homeruns hit by either side.
Fast forward to the top of the eighth. The Cubs have hit back to back singles. Then, the ball gets away from the catcher, allowing the runner to move up all the way to third! I remember thinking "All The Cubs need is a base hit to tie it!" Our Second baseman (Mike Fontenot) hit a ball down the Left field line that I thought was going to at least tie the game....Then the ball went just foul, by an Inch! I kid you not! Fontenot then struck out looking to end the inning. I remember telling my dad "That was our best chance and we wasted it."
Go to the Top of the ninth. The Rangers then bring in their closer with an electric fastball, Neftali Feliz. I said "Oh No! This kid Feliz can throw 100 with regularity!" "That may be, but how's his control?"said my dad. "He's Still working on that." I said. This kid was regularly reaching 96 on the radar. I have never heard the Mitt pop like it did when Feliz was pitching! That was unreal! A groundball to second for one out. Cubs call up a pinch hitter. He hits a double into right. I said "All they need is a hit!" A ball was hit foul down the right field line, but the outfielder (Nelson Cruz) made a spectacular leaping catch at the wall for the second out! That allowed the runner to move up to third. Then Kosuke Fukudome ended the game by popping up to shortstop Elvis Andrus to end the game.
I had a blast at the ballpark, and more importantly, my family did as well.
The Cubs would go on to win the next two games and win the series.
Fast forward to the top of the eighth. The Cubs have hit back to back singles. Then, the ball gets away from the catcher, allowing the runner to move up all the way to third! I remember thinking "All The Cubs need is a base hit to tie it!" Our Second baseman (Mike Fontenot) hit a ball down the Left field line that I thought was going to at least tie the game....Then the ball went just foul, by an Inch! I kid you not! Fontenot then struck out looking to end the inning. I remember telling my dad "That was our best chance and we wasted it."
Go to the Top of the ninth. The Rangers then bring in their closer with an electric fastball, Neftali Feliz. I said "Oh No! This kid Feliz can throw 100 with regularity!" "That may be, but how's his control?"said my dad. "He's Still working on that." I said. This kid was regularly reaching 96 on the radar. I have never heard the Mitt pop like it did when Feliz was pitching! That was unreal! A groundball to second for one out. Cubs call up a pinch hitter. He hits a double into right. I said "All they need is a hit!" A ball was hit foul down the right field line, but the outfielder (Nelson Cruz) made a spectacular leaping catch at the wall for the second out! That allowed the runner to move up to third. Then Kosuke Fukudome ended the game by popping up to shortstop Elvis Andrus to end the game.
I had a blast at the ballpark, and more importantly, my family did as well.
The Cubs would go on to win the next two games and win the series.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Will Lebron James Stay Or Go?
Check It Out! James Flora shares his thoughts on the LeBron Sweepstakes.
Lebron James led his team to the most wins in the league again. He won the MVP again. And he exited the playoffs earlier than expected again.
This is not the repeat he wanted.
So now what? Does he stay? Does he go?
These are just a few of the questions every NBA fan is asking. More importantly, these are questions Lebron must answer.
Obviously, the Cavs want to keep Lebron. So what do they do after another disappointing season? They fire their head coach, Mike Brown, after back to back seasons of 60 wins. This move brings up another question. Who are they going to get to replace him? The rumor mill is already abuzz. Phil Jackson's name has come up. Although it would be amazing to see Phil team up with Lebron, it doesn't seem realistic, especially if the Lakers repeat. However, if there's any chance he'll leave LA, the Cavs will jump on it.
From the outside looking in, we know Lebron is loyal so the Cavs have home court advantage, if that means anything, and they can offer him the most money. Hopefully, they can keep him for a few more years.
Yet the bright lights and the big city are calling his name. The best basketball player in the world playing in the biggest city in the world? That's hard to pass up.
There's a lot to consider and weigh for Lebron. A lot of people are going to be happy and sad whatever he decides.
James Flora
(Thanks to Blog Reader JF for his thoughts on the LeBron Sweepstakes! Great Job James!)
Monday, May 24, 2010
BBTN Minute: Interleague Storylines
The BBTN crew looks at some of the top storylines from this weekend's interleague action.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Funny Friday: "Telephone" Remake
This is a Viral Video made by members of our Armed Forces in Afghanistan. They put their own little spin on the Lady Gaga song "Telephone" Check It Out Below!
Thanks to all of our Soldiers fighting overseas for our freedom.
Thanks to all of our Soldiers fighting overseas for our freedom.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Funny Friday: David Letterman - Dallas Braden Top Ten
Coming to you from Rangers Ballpark In Arlington, It's the "Top Ten Thoughts That Went Through Dallas Braden's Mind While He Threw His Perfect Game."
Congrats to Dallas Braden on his Perfect Game.
Congrats to Dallas Braden on his Perfect Game.
Monday, May 10, 2010
Oakland's Dallas Braden Throws Perfect Game
Athletics lefty Dallas Braden threw the 19th perfect game in major league history, in a 4-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays Sunday. It's the team's first perfect game in 42 years.
Before this perfect game, the only thing many fans knew Dallas Braden for was his spat with A-Rod for running across "his" mound. He was King Of The Hill yesterday against the Rays.
How could the Rays let another lefty throw a perfect game against them in a ten month span?
Congrats to Dallas Braden on the Perfect Game.
Before this perfect game, the only thing many fans knew Dallas Braden for was his spat with A-Rod for running across "his" mound. He was King Of The Hill yesterday against the Rays.
How could the Rays let another lefty throw a perfect game against them in a ten month span?
Congrats to Dallas Braden on the Perfect Game.
Friday, May 7, 2010
The Future Is Now!
Starlin Castro has been called up to The Chicago Cubs, according to ESPNChicago.com.
Castro will join the team in Cincinnati.
Ryan Theriot is expected to move to second base to make room for the 20 year old phenom.
The Cubs need something to improve their defense. They commited three errors against the Pirates in the finale of that three game series. Aramis Ramirez has yet to start hitting, so the Cubs had to make this move.
The future is now for the Cubs!
Castro will join the team in Cincinnati.
Ryan Theriot is expected to move to second base to make room for the 20 year old phenom.
The Cubs need something to improve their defense. They commited three errors against the Pirates in the finale of that three game series. Aramis Ramirez has yet to start hitting, so the Cubs had to make this move.
The future is now for the Cubs!
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Ernie Harwell DIes
Long-time Detroit Tigers play-by-play broadcaster Ernie Harwell has died at age 92 after battling inoperable cancer of the bile duct.
RIP Ernie Harwell
Ernie Harwell, The legendary voice of the Detroit Tigers has passed away. He was 92. Harwell did Tigers games for 42 years. Harwell will be remembered for his legendary catchphrases like:
A Double Play: "two for the price of one"
Homeruns were "looong gone!"
Called third strikes:(he) "stood there like a house by the side of the road."
Ernie Harwell gave his farewell to the fans on September 17,2009. Here it is in it's entirety.
Here is Ernie Harwell's legendary "This Is Baseball Speech"
Harry Caray, Skip Caray, Harry Kalas, and now Ernie Harwell. Another one of the all time great broadcasters is now "Long Gone!" Bob Uecker, Vin Scully, and Milo Hamilton are the only ones left that I would consider all time great baseball announcers.
In spite of it all, Ernie Harwell had a strong Christian faith which never wavered during his cancer. May God Bless Ernie's family, and may God Bless everyone who was lucky enough to listen to him announce a game.
A Double Play: "two for the price of one"
Homeruns were "looong gone!"
Called third strikes:(he) "stood there like a house by the side of the road."
Ernie Harwell gave his farewell to the fans on September 17,2009. Here it is in it's entirety.
Here is Ernie Harwell's legendary "This Is Baseball Speech"
Harry Caray, Skip Caray, Harry Kalas, and now Ernie Harwell. Another one of the all time great broadcasters is now "Long Gone!" Bob Uecker, Vin Scully, and Milo Hamilton are the only ones left that I would consider all time great baseball announcers.
In spite of it all, Ernie Harwell had a strong Christian faith which never wavered during his cancer. May God Bless Ernie's family, and may God Bless everyone who was lucky enough to listen to him announce a game.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Raw Video: Obama Greets Yankees at White House
President Barack Obama, an unabashed Chicago White Sox fan, welcomed the New York Yankees at the White House to celebrate their World Series title.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Video: Paul Pierce Is Amazing!
The Ball was in the hands of "The Truth" Paul Pierce, and as time expired, hit an amazing game winning shot versus the Heat to go up 3-0 in the series. Watch Below!
Friday, April 23, 2010
Let's Play A Game! Catch The Typo!
This was originally posted via the AP. This has not been edited in any way on this site.
Catch The Typo!
The Carolina Panthers ended their long wait in the draft by ending Jimmy Clausen's surprising drop, taking the Notre Dame quarterback with the 48th pick on Friday. After sitting out the first night of the draft with no first-round pick, the Panthers addressed one of their biggest needs and perhaps presented competition to newly minted starter Matt Moore.
The 6-foot-3, 2220-pound Clausen was rated as a first-round pick by many analysts, but wasn't selected on Thursday. Carolina took him ahead of his college teammate, Golden Tate, and other receiver prospects.
Clausen, who threw 60 touchdowns and 27 interceptions with the Fighting Irish, will join a thin quarterback unit with Carolina. The Panthers released longtime starter Jake Delhomme last month.
Catch The Typo!
The Carolina Panthers ended their long wait in the draft by ending Jimmy Clausen's surprising drop, taking the Notre Dame quarterback with the 48th pick on Friday. After sitting out the first night of the draft with no first-round pick, the Panthers addressed one of their biggest needs and perhaps presented competition to newly minted starter Matt Moore.
The 6-foot-3, 2220-pound Clausen was rated as a first-round pick by many analysts, but wasn't selected on Thursday. Carolina took him ahead of his college teammate, Golden Tate, and other receiver prospects.
Clausen, who threw 60 touchdowns and 27 interceptions with the Fighting Irish, will join a thin quarterback unit with Carolina. The Panthers released longtime starter Jake Delhomme last month.
My Day One NFL Draft Thoughts
Here are my thoughts on day one of the NFL Draft, in no particular order.
Dez Bryant: The next NFL Superstar
The Dallas Cowboys made a fantastic move in picking up Dez Bryant with the 24th pick in the NFL draft. Jerry Jones apparently still loses sleep at night over the fact he didn't draft Randy Moss in 1998 due to "character issues." Bryant is a pure physical specimen, much like Moss when he came out of college. Great pickup by The Cowboys.
It was a suprise to see who came after Bryant with the 25th Pick...
God Bless Tim Tebow
Tim Tebow has taken a lot of heat lately. He's taken heat for his "pitching motion" type delivery. He has also taken a lot of heat for his unapolegetic faith. Tebow has since reformed his delivery. Tebow claims he lost some endorsements when he did that Super Bowl Ad, but he says it was a small price to pay.
I wonder if Kurt Warner had gone to the NFL Draft, if he would have been treated the same way some folks are treating Tim Tebow.
The reason he went #25: Josh McDaniels had to pick him up before Bill Bellichick would get him.
I heard somebody say that Tim Tebow would be a Super Bowl Champion in the NFL. It seems like the feel good story of Tebow will continue.
Expect Tim Tebow and Peyton Manning to dominate your TV Set this NFL Season with countless comercials.
Lions get Some Defensive Help
The Detroit Lions drafted Ndamukong Suh out of Nebraska. The Lions are starting to build up their defense. Good move, especially when you consider the Lions face great QBs in Aaron Rodgers, Brett Favre, and Jay Cutler in their own division.
Is Sam Bradford Damaged Goods?
I know Sam Bradford was considered the purest QB on the boards, but I still can't get past the fact that Bradford suffered not one, but two injuries to his throwing shoulder. I know the surgery is supposed to make him good as new, but with the lack of an offensive line in St Louis, Rams fans better keep their fingers crossed.
Clausen, Colt Still on board due to McNabb?
Day one of the NFL draft passed with Jimmy Clausen out of Notre Dame and Colt McCoy out of Texas still on the board. I wonder if the reason Clausen or McCoy are still on the board is due to the fact that Donovan McNabb is now a Redskin. If I had a choice between a young 20 year old QB and a 33 year old QB who may be in the worst shape of his career, I would take the 20 year old QB.
Dez Bryant: The next NFL Superstar
The Dallas Cowboys made a fantastic move in picking up Dez Bryant with the 24th pick in the NFL draft. Jerry Jones apparently still loses sleep at night over the fact he didn't draft Randy Moss in 1998 due to "character issues." Bryant is a pure physical specimen, much like Moss when he came out of college. Great pickup by The Cowboys.
It was a suprise to see who came after Bryant with the 25th Pick...
God Bless Tim Tebow
Tim Tebow has taken a lot of heat lately. He's taken heat for his "pitching motion" type delivery. He has also taken a lot of heat for his unapolegetic faith. Tebow has since reformed his delivery. Tebow claims he lost some endorsements when he did that Super Bowl Ad, but he says it was a small price to pay.
I wonder if Kurt Warner had gone to the NFL Draft, if he would have been treated the same way some folks are treating Tim Tebow.
The reason he went #25: Josh McDaniels had to pick him up before Bill Bellichick would get him.
I heard somebody say that Tim Tebow would be a Super Bowl Champion in the NFL. It seems like the feel good story of Tebow will continue.
Expect Tim Tebow and Peyton Manning to dominate your TV Set this NFL Season with countless comercials.
Lions get Some Defensive Help
The Detroit Lions drafted Ndamukong Suh out of Nebraska. The Lions are starting to build up their defense. Good move, especially when you consider the Lions face great QBs in Aaron Rodgers, Brett Favre, and Jay Cutler in their own division.
Is Sam Bradford Damaged Goods?
I know Sam Bradford was considered the purest QB on the boards, but I still can't get past the fact that Bradford suffered not one, but two injuries to his throwing shoulder. I know the surgery is supposed to make him good as new, but with the lack of an offensive line in St Louis, Rams fans better keep their fingers crossed.
Clausen, Colt Still on board due to McNabb?
Day one of the NFL draft passed with Jimmy Clausen out of Notre Dame and Colt McCoy out of Texas still on the board. I wonder if the reason Clausen or McCoy are still on the board is due to the fact that Donovan McNabb is now a Redskin. If I had a choice between a young 20 year old QB and a 33 year old QB who may be in the worst shape of his career, I would take the 20 year old QB.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Colorado's Jimenez Tosses No Hitter
Ubaldo Jimenez of Colorado became the Rockies' first pitcher to throw a no hitter when he blanked the Atlanta Braves Saturday night 4-0.
Correction: The Braves did not move to Atlanta from Boston. They moved to Atlanta from Milwaukee.
Congratulations to Ubaldo Jimenez on the no hitter.
Correction: The Braves did not move to Atlanta from Boston. They moved to Atlanta from Milwaukee.
Congratulations to Ubaldo Jimenez on the no hitter.
Mets and Cards Team Up for Marathon Game
It took almost seven hours for the Mets and Cardinals to complete their Saturday game, but they did with New York winning in 20 innings 2-1.
I Started watching this game...In The Nineteenth Inning! I couldn't believe that game went so long without anybody scoring! What a crazy Game!
I Started watching this game...In The Nineteenth Inning! I couldn't believe that game went so long without anybody scoring! What a crazy Game!
Saturday, April 17, 2010
What A Crazy Day In The Major Leagues!
What A Crazy Day In The Major Leagues!
Ubaldo Jimenez has thrown the first No-Hitter in the history of the Colorado Rockies!
Jimenez recorded the No-Hitter on the road at Turner Field in Atlanta!
During a No Hitter, It always seems like there is a Spectacular Defensive play to seal the No Hit Bid. Remember that spectacular catch Dewayne Wise made to Preserve Mark Buehrle's Perfect Game Bid?
Dexter Fowler made a sensational catch in Left Center Field in the Seventh Inning to Preserve The No Hitter. You Could See Jimenez mouth "Wow!" Wow Indeed, Ubaldo! Wow!
But Wait! There's More!
The Mets and Cardinals played in front of a National Television Audience Tonight. The Game went long into the night. For the first Eighteen Innings, the game remained a 0-0 Scoreless Tie!
In The Eighteenth inning, Tony La Russa had pinch hitters Felipe Lopez and Joe Mather pitch! He then moved pitcher Kyle Lohse into the outfield!
The Mets took a one-run lead on Jeff Francoeur's sacrifice fly off Joe Mather, who had walked two batters and hit another to load the bases. But Mather escaped from that jam, and Yadier Molina tied the game on a single to right off Francisco Rodriguez, who blew his first save opportunity of the season.
Jose Reyes, (0-7 on the night, who reached base on a walk from Joe Mather), scored on a sacrafice fly to right to score the 2nd run of the game, in the 20th Inning!
UnBelievable!!!!!
Ubaldo Jimenez has thrown the first No-Hitter in the history of the Colorado Rockies!
Jimenez recorded the No-Hitter on the road at Turner Field in Atlanta!
During a No Hitter, It always seems like there is a Spectacular Defensive play to seal the No Hit Bid. Remember that spectacular catch Dewayne Wise made to Preserve Mark Buehrle's Perfect Game Bid?
Dexter Fowler made a sensational catch in Left Center Field in the Seventh Inning to Preserve The No Hitter. You Could See Jimenez mouth "Wow!" Wow Indeed, Ubaldo! Wow!
But Wait! There's More!
The Mets and Cardinals played in front of a National Television Audience Tonight. The Game went long into the night. For the first Eighteen Innings, the game remained a 0-0 Scoreless Tie!
In The Eighteenth inning, Tony La Russa had pinch hitters Felipe Lopez and Joe Mather pitch! He then moved pitcher Kyle Lohse into the outfield!
The Mets took a one-run lead on Jeff Francoeur's sacrifice fly off Joe Mather, who had walked two batters and hit another to load the bases. But Mather escaped from that jam, and Yadier Molina tied the game on a single to right off Francisco Rodriguez, who blew his first save opportunity of the season.
Jose Reyes, (0-7 on the night, who reached base on a walk from Joe Mather), scored on a sacrafice fly to right to score the 2nd run of the game, in the 20th Inning!
UnBelievable!!!!!
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Video: The Implosion of Texas Stadium
At 7:07 a.m. CDT on April 11, 2010, a local kid involved in charity work pressed the button to cause the demolition. From the first explosion, it took approximately 25 seconds for the stadium to completely fall.
Farewell, Texas Stadium. Thanks For The Memories. God can now watch his favorite team play football in the fanciest stadium on the planet, Cowboys Stadium.
Farewell, Texas Stadium. Thanks For The Memories. God can now watch his favorite team play football in the fanciest stadium on the planet, Cowboys Stadium.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Funny Friday: A Scottish Man Was At A Baseball Game...
A Scottish man was at a baseball game. It was the first time he had ever seen the sport so he sat quietly.
The first batter approached the plate, took a few swings and then hit a double. Everyone was on their feet screaming "Run, run!"
This happened two more times, with a single and a triple. The Scottish man was now excited and ready to get into the game.
The next batter came up and four balls went by. The umpire called "walk" and the batter started on a slow trot to first. The Scotsman, extremely excited now, stood up and screamed, "R-R-Run ye ba$$tarrd, rrrun!"
Everyone around him started laughing so the Scotsman, extremely embarrassed, sat back down. The fan sitting next to the Scotsman noticed his embarrassment, so he leaned over and explained, "He can't run because he got four balls."
The Scotsman immediately stood up and screamed, "Walk with pride, man! Walk with pride!"
The first batter approached the plate, took a few swings and then hit a double. Everyone was on their feet screaming "Run, run!"
This happened two more times, with a single and a triple. The Scottish man was now excited and ready to get into the game.
The next batter came up and four balls went by. The umpire called "walk" and the batter started on a slow trot to first. The Scotsman, extremely excited now, stood up and screamed, "R-R-Run ye ba$$tarrd, rrrun!"
Everyone around him started laughing so the Scotsman, extremely embarrassed, sat back down. The fan sitting next to the Scotsman noticed his embarrassment, so he leaned over and explained, "He can't run because he got four balls."
The Scotsman immediately stood up and screamed, "Walk with pride, man! Walk with pride!"
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Video: Little Herb Brooks Rallies The Red Sox
Five year old Joshua Sacco, the Youtube Sensation who delivers a perfect re-enactment of the Herb Brooks speech from the film "Miracle", rallies the Red Sox on Opening Night against the Yankees.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Which President Gets The National Pastime?
The National Pastime is alive and well, as Opening Day was yesterday. President Obama continued the tradition of Presidents from William Howard Taft to Richard Nixon by throwing out the first pitch in Washington D.C. Obama, of course, found a way to sport his Chicago White Sox, and his first pitch...Let's look at the footage below.
Let's compare and contrast that with President Bush's first Pitch at Nationals Park in 2008.
Which President Gets The National Pastime?
The Nationals would go on to lose to the Phillies 11-1.
Let's compare and contrast that with President Bush's first Pitch at Nationals Park in 2008.
Which President Gets The National Pastime?
The Nationals would go on to lose to the Phillies 11-1.
Monday, April 5, 2010
"The Power Zone" Heading In A New Direction
I am entering a new chapter in my life, and that will be affecting this blog site. I have become a full time College Student. I will not have time to blog right now. I am going to be putting 100 percent behind my college work.
What does this mean for the blog?
I have asked blog reader JF to become the second author of this blog site. That same love I have for baseball, he has for basketball. And now that the NCAA and NBA are heading down to the wire, the insight he shares will be very interesting.
He's never run a blog before, but I know he's going to do an awesoeme job.
Having a second author sounded much better to me than just leaving the blog untouched for weeks.
To quote the movie John Q:
"It's Not Goodbye. It's See You Later."
What does this mean for the blog?
I have asked blog reader JF to become the second author of this blog site. That same love I have for baseball, he has for basketball. And now that the NCAA and NBA are heading down to the wire, the insight he shares will be very interesting.
He's never run a blog before, but I know he's going to do an awesoeme job.
Having a second author sounded much better to me than just leaving the blog untouched for weeks.
To quote the movie John Q:
"It's Not Goodbye. It's See You Later."
Saturday, April 3, 2010
My 2010 MLB Preview
Opening Night is just one night away with Yankees-Red Sox on ESPN. Here are my division previews. Sorry, I ran out of time to do a division by division preview like I wanted.
Anyway, here are my picks division by division.
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AL East New York Yankees
AL Central Minnesota Twins
AL West Texas Rangers
AL Wild Card Boston Red Sox
NATIONAL LEAGUE
NL East Philladelphia Phillies
NL Central Chicago Cubs
NL West Los Angeles Dodgers
NL Wildcard Colorado Rockies
ALDS: Yankees Over Twins
ALDS: Red Sox Over Rangers
NLDS: Phillies Over Rockies
NLDS: Dodgers Over Cubs
ALCS: Yankees Over Red Sox
NLCS: Phillies over Dodgers
World Series: Yankees over Phillies.
AL MVP: Alex Rodriguez, Yankees
NL MVP: Albert Pujols, Cardinals
NL ROY: Colby Rasmus, Cardinals
AL ROY: Nefetali Feliz, Rangers
AL MANAGER OF THE YEAR: Ron Washington, Rangers
NL MANAGER OF THE YEAR: Tony La Russa, Cardinals
NL CY YOUNG AWARD WINNER Roy Halladay, Phillies
AL CY YOUNG AWARD WINNER CC Sabathia, Yankees
Anyway, here are my picks division by division.
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AL East New York Yankees
AL Central Minnesota Twins
AL West Texas Rangers
AL Wild Card Boston Red Sox
NATIONAL LEAGUE
NL East Philladelphia Phillies
NL Central Chicago Cubs
NL West Los Angeles Dodgers
NL Wildcard Colorado Rockies
ALDS: Yankees Over Twins
ALDS: Red Sox Over Rangers
NLDS: Phillies Over Rockies
NLDS: Dodgers Over Cubs
ALCS: Yankees Over Red Sox
NLCS: Phillies over Dodgers
World Series: Yankees over Phillies.
AL MVP: Alex Rodriguez, Yankees
NL MVP: Albert Pujols, Cardinals
NL ROY: Colby Rasmus, Cardinals
AL ROY: Nefetali Feliz, Rangers
AL MANAGER OF THE YEAR: Ron Washington, Rangers
NL MANAGER OF THE YEAR: Tony La Russa, Cardinals
NL CY YOUNG AWARD WINNER Roy Halladay, Phillies
AL CY YOUNG AWARD WINNER CC Sabathia, Yankees
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
The AP's Baseball Preview
NL Preview: Halladay Makes Phils the Favorite
AL Preview: Yankees Still the Team to Beat
AL Preview: Yankees Still the Team to Beat
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
NFL Changes Overtime for Playoff Games
NFL owners voted 28-4 Tuesday to change the overtime rules for postseason games. If a team wins the coin toss and then kicks a field goal, the other team gets the ball.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Mauer: 'Love Putting on a Twins Uniform'
Reigning AL Most Valuable Player Joe Mauer made his eight-year, $184 million contract extension with the Twins official Monday. The St. Paul, Minnesota native is a three-time batting champion.
I wonder how much of a Hometown Discount He Took to stay with his hometown team?
Baseball needs to do soemthing to get rid of these insane contracts. Whenever someone is signed to a deal like that, this prices out the true fans who want to go to the ballpark to watch these multimillionaires play. There's a reason why the NFL has yet to have a player crack the $100 Million dollar mark for a contract.
Good for Joe Mauer. Joe and I have the same birthday, and he seems like a team oriented player, but that's just insane.
I wonder how much of a Hometown Discount He Took to stay with his hometown team?
Baseball needs to do soemthing to get rid of these insane contracts. Whenever someone is signed to a deal like that, this prices out the true fans who want to go to the ballpark to watch these multimillionaires play. There's a reason why the NFL has yet to have a player crack the $100 Million dollar mark for a contract.
Good for Joe Mauer. Joe and I have the same birthday, and he seems like a team oriented player, but that's just insane.
Monday, March 22, 2010
2010 MLB Preview: NL East
This is the first of the 2010 MLB Division Previews! We start with the NL East, which has been the home of the two time NL Champion Philladelphia Phillies. Will Jason Bay save the Mets? Find Out All This and more in the first MLB Preview!
PHILLADELPHIA PHILLIES
If the Phillies, who have appeared in the World Series the past two seasons, needed to get even better, they pulled off the blockbuster of the offseason by Trading away postseason hero Cliff Lee to Seattle for Prosepects, and then trading for Roy Halladay. Halladay, who has been the best pitcher North of the Border for a long while now, heads to a Phillies team that was this close to winning the World Series for the second straight season.
This club really hit the long ball well in 2009, and expect them to do that again this season. The club is led by Ryan Howard, who hit 45 homeruns and 141 RBI's last season. The Club made the right move in signing Raul Ibanez, and he didn't dissapoint, as he hit 34 homeruns and 93 RBIs. Chase Utley continued as the game's best Second Baseman with his 31 homeruns and 93 RBIs. The Club lost a big bat in Pedro Feliz, but brought back former Phillie Placido Polanco to play the hot corner. Polanco won't have the offense that Feliz had, but he's versatile and he can play any position in the infield. Let's not forget about Jimmy Rollins, the man who puts the Phillies in motion. His .250 average may convince some folks that he no longer belongs in the leadoff spot, but he does everything you want in a leadoff man. he works the count, gets on base, and can head from first to third in a heartbeat if the opposing pitcher doesn't check on him. What may be the most scary about Rollins is how scary accurate his predictions can be. He recently said that the 2010 Phillies may be even even better than they were last year, and that's bad news for the rest of the National League.
Rotationwise, this team is solid, starting with the Ace, Roy Halladay. Halladay won 17 games in 2009 in Baseball's Toughest Division. Expect him to get even better now that he has switched leagues. Cole Hamels had an off season in 2009, finishing 10-11 with a 4.32 ERA. Expect him to get more wins, less losses, and to bring that ERA down to around 3.00. J.A. Happ was the game's best Pitchig Prospect and may have been their best pitcher last season, as he was 12-4 with a 2.93 ERA. In The Bullpen, Brad Lidge was 48 for 48 in Save Chances in 2008, but led Baseball with 11 Blown Saves in 2009. Expect him to get Back On track. When he has that slider working, it's almost impossible to hit.
WASHINGTON NATIONALS
The Washington Nationals are a team on the rise. They've got a future Hall Of Famer catching for them in Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez, and they have a very underrated Pitcher in Jason Marquis who has become the Ace of the Staff. He can hurt you not just while pitching, but with the bat as well, as he is one of the National League's best Bunting Pitchers. Scott Olsen is a former Florida Marlin who is looking to get back on Track.
Their entire offense is Adam Dunn, a guy who hit 38 homeruns and 105 RBIs. Ryan Zimmerman is an underrated Third Baseman, and he hit 33 homeruns and 106 RBIs last season.
The Washington Nationals are obviously waiting in the wings for Stephen Strasburg, the best young pitcher in quite some time. Don't sleep on the Nationals.
FLORIDA MARLINS
The Marlins are led by Josh Johnson, who just flat out dominated, finishing 15-5 with a 3.23 ERA. Hanley Ramirez is the Best player on the Marlins, with a .342 average and a .410 OBP. Dan Uggla hit 31 homeruns and 91 RBIs. The Marlins will be looking to move up in the division this year.
ATLANTA BRAVES
This is Bobby Cox's final Season managing the Braves. The Braves rotation is led now by Tommy Hanson, finishing 11-4 with a 2.89 ERA. Jair Jurjens, Tim Hudson and Kenshi Kawakami finish out the rotation. They newest slugger and First Baseman is Troy Glaus. Expect him to have a great year now that he is in Atlanta. Right Fielder Jason Heyward could be one of the biggest breakout stars of 2010. The way the ball Jumps off his bat is Scary! Brian McCann is one of the best catchers in baseball. In the bullpen, Billy Wagner is looking to return to the form he had as a member of the Mets, Astros, and Philiies.
NEW YORK METS
Jason Bay may be the Biggest prize the Mets have reeled in since Johan Santana back in 2008. If there's one thing the Mets are wishing for, it is for their key players (Beltran, Santana, Jose Reyes) to be healthy. David Wright lost his swing in 2009, going from 33 homeruns in 2008 to just ten in 2009. He's gonna have to get back into the swing of things if these Mets are to be competetive in the NL East.
Beyond Johan Santana, the Mets are questionmarks in the rotation. Mike Pelfrey, John Maine are capable starters, but Oliver Perez, Jon Niese, and Fernando Nieve aren't going to light the world on Fire. Carlos Delgado is gone, but Daniel Murphy has a lot of potential at first base. Jeff Francoeur will be looking to get back on track.
Francisco Rodriguez is a great closer, and the bullpen is capable. Sean Green, Pedro Feliciano, Bobby Parnell, and Pat Misch are all capale. The Mets signed another Japanese Pitcher, Ryota Igrashi.
2010 Is a Make or Break Season for the Mets. If they don't make the Playoffs, expect Heads To Roll.
My Division Picks
1.PHILLIES
2.METS
3.BRAVES
4.MARLINS
5.NATIONALS
PHILLADELPHIA PHILLIES
If the Phillies, who have appeared in the World Series the past two seasons, needed to get even better, they pulled off the blockbuster of the offseason by Trading away postseason hero Cliff Lee to Seattle for Prosepects, and then trading for Roy Halladay. Halladay, who has been the best pitcher North of the Border for a long while now, heads to a Phillies team that was this close to winning the World Series for the second straight season.
This club really hit the long ball well in 2009, and expect them to do that again this season. The club is led by Ryan Howard, who hit 45 homeruns and 141 RBI's last season. The Club made the right move in signing Raul Ibanez, and he didn't dissapoint, as he hit 34 homeruns and 93 RBIs. Chase Utley continued as the game's best Second Baseman with his 31 homeruns and 93 RBIs. The Club lost a big bat in Pedro Feliz, but brought back former Phillie Placido Polanco to play the hot corner. Polanco won't have the offense that Feliz had, but he's versatile and he can play any position in the infield. Let's not forget about Jimmy Rollins, the man who puts the Phillies in motion. His .250 average may convince some folks that he no longer belongs in the leadoff spot, but he does everything you want in a leadoff man. he works the count, gets on base, and can head from first to third in a heartbeat if the opposing pitcher doesn't check on him. What may be the most scary about Rollins is how scary accurate his predictions can be. He recently said that the 2010 Phillies may be even even better than they were last year, and that's bad news for the rest of the National League.
Rotationwise, this team is solid, starting with the Ace, Roy Halladay. Halladay won 17 games in 2009 in Baseball's Toughest Division. Expect him to get even better now that he has switched leagues. Cole Hamels had an off season in 2009, finishing 10-11 with a 4.32 ERA. Expect him to get more wins, less losses, and to bring that ERA down to around 3.00. J.A. Happ was the game's best Pitchig Prospect and may have been their best pitcher last season, as he was 12-4 with a 2.93 ERA. In The Bullpen, Brad Lidge was 48 for 48 in Save Chances in 2008, but led Baseball with 11 Blown Saves in 2009. Expect him to get Back On track. When he has that slider working, it's almost impossible to hit.
WASHINGTON NATIONALS
The Washington Nationals are a team on the rise. They've got a future Hall Of Famer catching for them in Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez, and they have a very underrated Pitcher in Jason Marquis who has become the Ace of the Staff. He can hurt you not just while pitching, but with the bat as well, as he is one of the National League's best Bunting Pitchers. Scott Olsen is a former Florida Marlin who is looking to get back on Track.
Their entire offense is Adam Dunn, a guy who hit 38 homeruns and 105 RBIs. Ryan Zimmerman is an underrated Third Baseman, and he hit 33 homeruns and 106 RBIs last season.
The Washington Nationals are obviously waiting in the wings for Stephen Strasburg, the best young pitcher in quite some time. Don't sleep on the Nationals.
FLORIDA MARLINS
The Marlins are led by Josh Johnson, who just flat out dominated, finishing 15-5 with a 3.23 ERA. Hanley Ramirez is the Best player on the Marlins, with a .342 average and a .410 OBP. Dan Uggla hit 31 homeruns and 91 RBIs. The Marlins will be looking to move up in the division this year.
ATLANTA BRAVES
This is Bobby Cox's final Season managing the Braves. The Braves rotation is led now by Tommy Hanson, finishing 11-4 with a 2.89 ERA. Jair Jurjens, Tim Hudson and Kenshi Kawakami finish out the rotation. They newest slugger and First Baseman is Troy Glaus. Expect him to have a great year now that he is in Atlanta. Right Fielder Jason Heyward could be one of the biggest breakout stars of 2010. The way the ball Jumps off his bat is Scary! Brian McCann is one of the best catchers in baseball. In the bullpen, Billy Wagner is looking to return to the form he had as a member of the Mets, Astros, and Philiies.
NEW YORK METS
Jason Bay may be the Biggest prize the Mets have reeled in since Johan Santana back in 2008. If there's one thing the Mets are wishing for, it is for their key players (Beltran, Santana, Jose Reyes) to be healthy. David Wright lost his swing in 2009, going from 33 homeruns in 2008 to just ten in 2009. He's gonna have to get back into the swing of things if these Mets are to be competetive in the NL East.
Beyond Johan Santana, the Mets are questionmarks in the rotation. Mike Pelfrey, John Maine are capable starters, but Oliver Perez, Jon Niese, and Fernando Nieve aren't going to light the world on Fire. Carlos Delgado is gone, but Daniel Murphy has a lot of potential at first base. Jeff Francoeur will be looking to get back on track.
Francisco Rodriguez is a great closer, and the bullpen is capable. Sean Green, Pedro Feliciano, Bobby Parnell, and Pat Misch are all capale. The Mets signed another Japanese Pitcher, Ryota Igrashi.
2010 Is a Make or Break Season for the Mets. If they don't make the Playoffs, expect Heads To Roll.
My Division Picks
1.PHILLIES
2.METS
3.BRAVES
4.MARLINS
5.NATIONALS
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Texas Rangers Manager Tested Positive for Cocaine
Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington failed a Major League Baseball test for cocaine last season, but has apologized and will keep his job
Hopefully Washington and the Rangers don't let this distract them entering the season. This team has a lot of potential.
Hopefully Washington and the Rangers don't let this distract them entering the season. This team has a lot of potential.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Nomar Garciaparra Retires As Member of Boston Red Sox
The Greatest Shortstop in the history of the Boston Red Sox has announced his retirement.
Nomar Garciaparra, a fan favorite in Boston during his Red Sox tenure and thereafter, announced that he signed a one day contract to retire as a member of the Red Sox.
Nomar won the American League Rookie of the Year Award in 1997 and won batting titles in back-to-back seasons in 1999 and 2000. He has a .323 average, with 178 homers and 690 RBIs during his time in Boston.
Nomar was traded at the deadline to the Chicago Cubs in 2004 for Orlando Cabrera and Doug Mientkiewicz, two players who helped the Red Sox win their first World Series Pennant in 86 seasons.
Nomar will join ESPN as a member of "Baseball Tonight."
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Why Lovie Smith Shoud Stay As Bears Coach (NSFW!)
This is an old joke from 2000. This is why Lovie Smith deserves to stay as Chicago Bears Head Coach.
"2000 BEARS SCHEDULE
The Chicago Bears 2000 schedule and changes.
September
15................Tefft Junior High School
22................Cub Scout Troop #101
29................Chicago Blind Academy
October
6.................Spanish American War Vets
13................Crippled Children's Home
20................Elgin Mental Hospital
27................Girl Scout Troop # 353
November
3..................Illinois Venereal Disease Clinic
10.................Cicero Boys Choir
17.................Korean Amputees
SPECIAL MONDAY NIGHT GAME
December
9..................Wrigleyville Gay Boys Club
** RULE CHANGES FROM LAST YEAR **
1 - When playing polio patients, the Bears must not disconnect knee braces.
2 - When playing the Blind Academy, the Bears must not hide the football under their jerseys.
** RULES THE SAME FROM LAST YEAR **
1 - A touchdown (this is when the ball is carried over the goal line for all you Bears fans that have never seen this ) it is still worth 6 points.
2 - The Bears will be allowed 20 men on the field at all times.
3 - The Bears will be allowed to substitute with band members at any time.
4 - The Bears will be awarded 10 timeouts as opposed to 3 for the opposing team.
5 - The Bears will be awarded a first down with each gain of three yards or more, instead of the usual ten yards.
** NAME CHANGE **
The Chicago Bears will be changed to the "Chicago Tampons" as they are only good for one period and have no second string.
** COACHING CHANGES **
Dave Wannstedt will be replaced by Monica Lewinsky. She will no doubt blow a few, but she certainly won't choke on the big ones!!!"
Dave Wanstedt is legendary for ruining not one, but two NFL Teams in Chicago and Miami. He was Bears Head Coach Job from 1993-1998 (Way Too Long!)and then, was stupidly given the job of becoming Miami's Head Coach And General Manager! It makes you wonder, what did Dolphins Owner Wayne Huizenga see in his Bears Tenure that led him to say "We Love What You Did In Chicago and we want you to do the same thing here!" He went to Miami, and did the exact the same thing! He lasted until 2004, and then went back to his Alma Mater of Pittsburgh.
Bears and Dolphins fans sure hope he stays there.
Keep Lovie! He's Way Better Than Wannstedt!
"2000 BEARS SCHEDULE
The Chicago Bears 2000 schedule and changes.
September
15................Tefft Junior High School
22................Cub Scout Troop #101
29................Chicago Blind Academy
October
6.................Spanish American War Vets
13................Crippled Children's Home
20................Elgin Mental Hospital
27................Girl Scout Troop # 353
November
3..................Illinois Venereal Disease Clinic
10.................Cicero Boys Choir
17.................Korean Amputees
SPECIAL MONDAY NIGHT GAME
December
9..................Wrigleyville Gay Boys Club
** RULE CHANGES FROM LAST YEAR **
1 - When playing polio patients, the Bears must not disconnect knee braces.
2 - When playing the Blind Academy, the Bears must not hide the football under their jerseys.
** RULES THE SAME FROM LAST YEAR **
1 - A touchdown (this is when the ball is carried over the goal line for all you Bears fans that have never seen this ) it is still worth 6 points.
2 - The Bears will be allowed 20 men on the field at all times.
3 - The Bears will be allowed to substitute with band members at any time.
4 - The Bears will be awarded 10 timeouts as opposed to 3 for the opposing team.
5 - The Bears will be awarded a first down with each gain of three yards or more, instead of the usual ten yards.
** NAME CHANGE **
The Chicago Bears will be changed to the "Chicago Tampons" as they are only good for one period and have no second string.
** COACHING CHANGES **
Dave Wannstedt will be replaced by Monica Lewinsky. She will no doubt blow a few, but she certainly won't choke on the big ones!!!"
Dave Wanstedt is legendary for ruining not one, but two NFL Teams in Chicago and Miami. He was Bears Head Coach Job from 1993-1998 (Way Too Long!)and then, was stupidly given the job of becoming Miami's Head Coach And General Manager! It makes you wonder, what did Dolphins Owner Wayne Huizenga see in his Bears Tenure that led him to say "We Love What You Did In Chicago and we want you to do the same thing here!" He went to Miami, and did the exact the same thing! He lasted until 2004, and then went back to his Alma Mater of Pittsburgh.
Bears and Dolphins fans sure hope he stays there.
Keep Lovie! He's Way Better Than Wannstedt!
Friday, March 5, 2010
Funny Friday: The 1986 World Series In RBI Baseball
This is one of the most facinating things I have ever seen. Someone simmed the tenth inning of Game Six of the 1986 World Series using the video game RBI Baseball. Check It Out Below!
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Raw Video:Brittney Griner Punches Barncastle
Officials ejected Baylor University star Brittney Griner after the freshman punched Texas Tech's Jordan Barncastle in No. 14 Baylor's 69-60 win over the Lady Raiders on Wednesday night.
Coaches Kim Mulkey and Kristy Curry React to the Punch in Baylor-Texas Tech Game.
Griner has been suspended for at least her next game.
Coaches Kim Mulkey and Kristy Curry React to the Punch in Baylor-Texas Tech Game.
Griner has been suspended for at least her next game.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
My Thoughts On Baseball At The Moment
My thoughts on Baseball at the moment can be summed up into one sentence.
"You Have The Phillies, and then you have the rest of the National League. Then you have the Yankees, and then you have the rest of Baseball."
Your Divisonal Previews are coming soon!
"You Have The Phillies, and then you have the rest of the National League. Then you have the Yankees, and then you have the rest of Baseball."
Your Divisonal Previews are coming soon!
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Francona Dealing With Changes At Sox Camp
Terry Francona talks to Steve Berthiaume about the Red Sox offseason changes.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Video: Albert Pujols likes his new Hitting Coach
ESPN's Baseball Tonight has been taking their bus on a "Grapefruit Express Tour" covering all of Florida. Here's Albert Pujols and his new hitting coach, Mark McGwire talking about hitting.
Hopefully soon, Baseball will quit making a villain out of another great player who apoligized for his actions, Mr. Pete Rose. How McGwire is now looked upon as a hero in baseball while Rose keeps being villafied is sickening to me. Pete apologized for his actions. Let Him In the Hall Of Fame! There are people of worse character than him in the hall (See Cobb, Ty), so why not have the All Time Hits Leader, Mr. Charlie Hustle himself, in the Hall Of Fame?
Hopefully soon, Baseball will quit making a villain out of another great player who apoligized for his actions, Mr. Pete Rose. How McGwire is now looked upon as a hero in baseball while Rose keeps being villafied is sickening to me. Pete apologized for his actions. Let Him In the Hall Of Fame! There are people of worse character than him in the hall (See Cobb, Ty), so why not have the All Time Hits Leader, Mr. Charlie Hustle himself, in the Hall Of Fame?
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