Archive for April, 2010
Long Overdue: Coach Barry Trotz of Nashville Predators Named Jack Adams Finalist
Posted: 28th April 2010 by Mark Willoughby in NHL
Nashville Predators Head Coach Barry Trotz was named a finalist Wednesday for the Jack Adams Award, given by the NHL to the coach of the year.
Trotz is a finalist along with Dave Tippett of the Phoenix Coyotes and Joe Sacco of the Colorado Avalanche.
Trotz has been the only head coach in the history of the Predators franchise, and is the second longest-tenured head coach in the NHL, just a few ...
Does the San Francisco 49ers’ Passing Future Include Plaxico Burress?
Posted: 28th April 2010 by Joseph Burkey in NFL
It's no secret that this is the year for Alex Smith to break out. If it's going to happen, 2010 is as good a time as any. He's been given pretty much everything now: a good young line, a strong running game to fall on, plenty of time to recover from his shoulder injury, the same offensive coordinator for two consecutive years, and the confidence of the organization.
The receiving corps ...
With Ruben Amaro Jr., Are the Philadelphia Phillies Really in Good Hands?
Posted: 28th April 2010 by Tyler Calnon in MLB
Philadelphia Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. is a smart man.
He graduated from Stanford with a B.S. in Human Biology and from all accounts has been a fundamental aspect of the Phillies' success in recent years.
Amaro is also a baseball man.
He played in the major leagues for the Philadelphia Phillies, Cleveland Indians, and Toronto Blue Jays. He spent 10 years as assistant general manager to the Phillies under Ed Wade ...
Los Angeles Lakers Keep Us Guessing, Kobe Bryant’s Toughness Keeps Hope Alive
Posted: 28th April 2010 by Jonathan Mathis in NBA
What, the team representing Hollywood has finally awakened?
If the Lakers establish the difference between a riddle and legitimacy, then maybe celebrities and non-celebs in L.A. will understand the minds of a defending champ.
So now, we are left in a mystery in a year the Lakers wilted and deteriorated to the younger and inexperienced Oklahoma City Thunder, a team that has broken down the Lakers' disoriented (of late) franchise with blazing speed, ...
The Final Chapter of JaMarcus Russell?: Dead Man Walking
Posted: 28th April 2010 by Raider Card Addict in NFL
It can't be a good feeling, knowing your career with a team is almost over.
Then again, if being blissfully ignorant is a skill, this may be the greatest master of all time.
As rumors swirl around the Internet about the impending demise of JaMarcus Russell, many contemplate his place in history.
Top draft pick? Check.
Cannon of an arm? Check.
Childish behavior? Check.
Acts like an overweight, lazy millionaire? Nailed.
Russell's biography can not be ...
Detroit Lions Swap History of Futility in Management for New Hope in Leadership
Posted: 28th April 2010 by Ryan Steck in NFL
Detroit Lions fans have gotten very used to seeing new head coaches come and go over the years. In fact, over the last decade the Lions have had six different coaches lead the Honolulu Blue, five of whom were hired by former general manager Matt Millen.
After enduring many painful seasons, including 2008's infamous 0-16 campaign, Lions fans have been through more than any other ...
Toronto Blue Jays Broken Wings, What To Do With Overbay and Snider
Posted: 28th April 2010 by Jeff W in MLB
As I begin to write this article the Jays just blew yet another game in the late innings. Perhaps I should write about our Bullpen.
Moving on.
At no other time are roster decisions more paramount to a team's long term success as when that team is rebuilding. The Blue Jays are in a significant transition phase that hasn't been seen in these parts since the early 80's and as I ...
Battle of Overlooked QBs: Will Jevan Snead Come Out on Top Among NFL Rookies?
Posted: 28th April 2010 by Brian DiTullio in NFL
The 2010 NFL Draft had a lot of quarterbacks getting a lot of press and hype going into last weekend.
But at the end of the day, only Sam Bradford, Tim Tebow and Jimmy Clausen went in the Top 50.
Colt McCoy sunk to No. 85 before getting drafted by the Cleveland Browns, and in hindsight, he was the lucky one. Tony Pike and Dan LeFeveour didn't go until much later.
And poor ...
The Player That Would Help The Padres If They Are For Real
Posted: 28th April 2010 by Jason Kim in MLB
Jermaine Dye.
He was the slugging Right Fielder for the Chicago White Sox last season, but has not found a home yet due to his slow finish in 2009.
Overall though, he finished the year with decent numbers: 27 HRs 81 RBIs .250 average.
He isn't about to retire yet, as he can still provide some power.
This offseason, Dye was reported that he was negotiating on a contract with the Padres, first alerted ...
Back to School: Calculating Where LeBron James Will Sign This Summer
Posted: 28th April 2010 by Mike A in NBA
In about three months, the best thing since sliced bread will be hitting the open market.
My bad, sliced bread is actually the best thing since LeBron James.
Since my crystal ball ran out of battery, I'll have to predict where James will end up just like the rest of us.
Luckily, I've created an extremely simple formula to calculate where the King will most likely take his throne this summer.
Here's how the ...