Archive for May, 2010
Breaking Up The Blue Jays and Why They Have a Chance To Contend
Posted: 25th May 2010 by Dave Walker in MLB
Many of the so called experts predicted the Toronto Blue Jays to end up in the cellar in the AL East.
So far, this hasn't happened as the Blue Jays have stayed within striking distance in the AL east, and currently own the AL's third best record.
How have they done this you may ask? Well, it is simple. They currently lead the league in home runs and the pitching staff has ...
Magic Save Face, Celtics Stumble: Which Team Will Hit Right Notes in Game Five?
Posted: 25th May 2010 by Frances White in NBA
You can almost hear the music cue up that old '60s hit, "Hang On Sloopy." The Orlando Magic did indeed hang on as they hooped and hollered after saving face in Game Four.
The diminutive one, Jameer Nelson, wormed his way into nine assists, and gave the Magic the moral victory they needed.
Make no mistake. The Magic won, but it wasn't due to what they did—rather it was because of what the Celtics didn't ...
Miami Dolphins: First-Rounder Jared Odrick Changing Agents
Posted: 25th May 2010 by Chris J. Nelson in NFL
Miami Dolphins 2010 first-round pick Jared Odrick has reportedly parted ways with agent Peter Schaffer, according to the Sports Business Journal.Per league rules, Odrick must wait five days after firing his agent to hire new representation.It is unclear at this point what led to Odrick's decision and what kind of effects, if any, it will have on his contract negotiations with the Dolphins.The 28th overall ...
Bulls Fans Should Be Careful Of What They Wish For With Phil Jackson
Posted: 25th May 2010 by Josh Herman in NBA
When sources announced Monday night that the Chicago Bulls were reaching out to Phil Jackson to see if he had any interest in rejoining his old franchise, fans immediately had visions of MJ, Scottie and Phil and the six championship rings they brought the city of Chicago.
But instead of examining the acquisition, said fans rose in a drunken stupor to salute the fact that with Phil the team and city ...
Lost Legacies: A Trio of Former Houston Astros Who Died Way Too Young
Posted: 25th May 2010 by Denton Ramsey in MLB
There are moments in time where sports takes a backburner—and life takes center-stage.
Unfortunately, Major League Baseball has had their share of losses in terms of players dying way too young.
Especially in the past decade.
Today, we’re going to quickly take a look at a trio of former Houston Astros stars—as well as leaders, teammates, and fan-favorites—whose legends will live on forever.
Regardless of their final bows here on Earth...Begin Slideshow
Fantasy Football: Get Your Running Backs While They’re Hot (AFC East)
Posted: 25th May 2010 by kevin roberts in NFL
The full-fledged "feature" starting running back is dying in the NFL.
Whether it's injuries or wear-and-tear, teams are finding it much easier to just pair two solid running backs together and split the weathering load, rather than appease fantasy football nerds everywhere and give the rock to one guy all day .
It's too early for bonafide rankings. Well, not really , but we felt it'd do all fantasy owners a great ...
When the Cavaliers were eliminated from playoff contention by the Celtics, speculation that he would leave the Cavs as a free agent this summer grew. Chicago is the frontrunner to sign “King James”, if you believe the rumors. Supposedly the Knicks, the Nets (though not so much since they got the No. 3 pick), and the Heat are the other favorites. Dallas and LA have been discussed as possible sign-and-trade ...
It’s always very tough predicting the Conn Smythe Trophy winner before the Stanley Cup Finals are over, yet here I am, about to type out a very bold prediction.
That’s right folks, Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Chris Pronger is going to win the Conn Smythe Trophy as the NHL's most valuable player to his team in the playoffs...and here’s why... First off, without question, given their terrific efforts throughout the playoffs ...
New York/New Jersey 2014 Super Bowl Is an All-Time Blunder
Posted: 25th May 2010 by Robert Hoffman in NFL
Society has certainly seen its share of famous mistakes.
A few examples come to mind: The making of Bonfire of the Vanities into a movie, changing the recipe for Coca-Cola, Dan Quayle running for public office, cutting Michael Jordan from his high school basketball team, and Decca Records turning the Beatles down for a recording contract.
Well, now we can add New York/New Jersey hosting the Super Bowl at the New Meadowlands Stadium in ...
Orlando Magic Beat Boston Celtics In Game 4, Live to See Another Day
Posted: 25th May 2010 by Hardcourt Mayhem in NBA
According to Vince Carter, the Orlando Magic would play game four not only for the names on the front of the jersey, but for those on the back.
Carter didn’t live up to expectations, but Orlando did show enough resiliency to survive the Boston Celtics’ comeback, even though it took five extra minutes to do so.
Orlando will live to play a game five on Wednesday night. ...