Archive for October, 2009
San Francisco Treat: Freddy Sanchez Proves It Isn’t All About the Money
Posted: 31st October 2009 by Andrew Nuschler in MLB
Although it's making headlines, Freddy Sanchez' new two-year contract with the San Francisco Giants doesn't really qualify as news. Most close observers of the team expected the second baseman to ink a deal in the wake of his disappointing stretch with the club.
When I wrote the longtime Pittsburgh Pirate would re-up with San Francisco, it was no revolutionary proclamation. In fact, you could argue I was flying the Captain Obvious ...
The New York Yankees: Comparing Yankees to Horror Movie Villans
Posted: 31st October 2009 by Christopher Chavez in MLB
The 2009 New York Yankees are a scary team to face. Just ask any team that was included in their 103 wins. Now imagine the New York Yankees as horror movie villains. It is a scary thought but this presentation will give you a better idea who best resembles who.
Plus there is a surprise at the end!
Trick or Treat?Begin Slideshow
Magic-Nets: Orlando wins 95-85, but Vince Carter Injured On Return To New Jersey
Posted: 31st October 2009 by Ash Marshall in NBA
Vince Carter's return to New Jersey was spoiled by a first-half injury on Friday night as the Orlando Magic ran out deserving 95-85 winners over the Nets.
All-Star Dwight Howard picked up the slack in his absence with his first 20-20 of the season, helping the Magic improve to 2-0 while handing the nets their second defeat in as many games.
After receiving a standing ovation from the majority of the ...
Why Hideki Matsui Shouldn’t Step Foot on Outfield Grass in the World Series
Posted: 31st October 2009 by Greg Fertel in MLB
Hideki Matsui has absolutely crushed the ball all season long for the Yankees, and he has continued to do that in the postseason.
So far, he has produced a line of .278/.422/.472 with two home runs and six runs batted in. He also put together a regular season that exceeded all expectations.
Johnny Damon and Nick Swisher turned in equally impressive offensive seasons, but each has struggled mightily in the postseason. Damon's ...
Year: 1975
Record: 57-102
Win %: .358
Win % Change: -86 from the previous season
Run Differential: -216
Pythagorean Record: 57-102
AL Finish: 12th of 12
Manager: Ralph Houk
Best Transaction: This is a tough call.á This transaction took place in 1975, but after the season had finished and it marked the departure of a well-know and accomplished Tiger, Mickey Lolich.á Lolich lost 18 games in 1975 and it was becoming clear that his best years were behind ...
Five Horror Movies that Resemble the Cleveland Browns 2009 Season
Posted: 31st October 2009 by Brian DiTullio in NFL
It could be worse.
Four words that usually become an ironic prophecy in any horror movie.
With Halloween upon us, and with the Browns sitting at a dismal 1-6, it's appropriate to compare this team to several different horror movies that have graced the Silver Screen over the years.
Horror movies tap into our base fears and play up those fears to achieve a dramatic effect. That effect usually results in a ...
Why LeBron James Will Be the Greatest When It’s All Said and Done
Posted: 31st October 2009 by Mike B. in NBA
Michael Jordan is the NBA's greatest player of all time. That statement is a fact, not an opinion.
Whether you like him or not, you simply cannot argue against it.
Just look at his accomplishments: Six championships, five MVP's, fourteen trips to the All-Star Game, ten scoring titles.
The list goes on.
For years, talented young stars entering the league have been foolishly labeled, "The Next Jordan." The list includes anyone from ...
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Aaron Brooks has proved in this first week that he can be a scorer or a distributor. He's obviously one of the best players on a talent-thin Rockets team. I still like Portland's tandem, Blake needs to hit three's tonight to prove his worth and Andre really just needs max minutes. I like our guys tonight.
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Brandon Roy continues to ...
The beginning of the 2009-2010 NBA season marks the beginning of Year Two without the Seattle Sonics.
I find myself more bitter and frustrated than I was a year ago. The avid basketball fan inside of me can't help but tune in, game after game. I love it. Can't get enough of it actually, and I hate it all at the same time.
I cringe whenever I see an Oklahoma City highlight. ...
Meet the new Cubs owners: “We’ve one agenda, and that’s to win”
Posted: 30th October 2009 by Damen Jackson in MLB
Filed:October 30th, 2009
Chicago Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts
And with one 20 minute press conference this morning, an historic event has come and gone, with the Ricketts family officially announced as the Cubs owners.
The new group, fronted by Tom, with a board led by family members Peter, Todd, and Laura, promised first and foremost a World Series championship, and a legitimate commitment to establishing a perennial contender. In fact, Tom stated ...