NL Preview: Halladay Makes Phils the Favorite
AL Preview: Yankees Still the Team to Beat
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
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.
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