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The 2010 Cincinnati Reds roster is set. Most of the the roster is not a surprise. We pretty much knew 20 out of the 25 guys going in. Today, the roster was announced.
This list focuses on the guys who surprisingly made the big club. With the possible exception of Mike Leake, these guys are not going to be the difference between a playoff team and a disappointment.Begin Slideshow
Listed below, are the points and counterpoints about whether Adam Dunn can be a competent defensive first baseman: Point: Yes, he is athletic enough to make the transition. Counterpoint: No, he hasn't shown the ability to play any position well and it isn't going to start now. P: Well, he is a former major-college quarterback. CP: The Texas Longhorns were in the process of moving ...
Should MLB Fans Be as Outraged About Amphetamines as Steroids?
Posted: 28th March 2010 by tank jones in MLB
Listed below, are the points and counterpoints about if we should be as outraged about amphetamines as steroids:
Point: Yes, amphetamines are cheating just like steroids.
Counterpoint: No, steroids enhance performance while amphetamines enable performance. One makes you better while the other gets you on the field to play baseball.
P: Amphetamines do more than just get you on the field.
CP: If the players had never taken greenies, there would be no difference in ...
Should the Cincinnati Reds be Concerned about Starting Pitcher Aaron Harang?
Posted: 26th March 2010 by tank jones in MLB
Listed below, are the points and counterpoints that Aaron Harang supporters and critics can have regarding his prospects for the upcoming season:
Point: Yes, something is wrong.
Counterpoint: No, Aaron Harang will be back to his former self in 2010.
P: Something is wrong with his mechanics.
CP: What is this based on?
P: Harang has been tinkering with his mechanics over the past few years. He needs to get back to what was working.
CP: Last ...
NFL Draft 2010: Will Tim Tebow Become a Successful Quarterback in the NFL?
Posted: 13th March 2010 by tank jones in NFL
Point: With his leadership skills, he is sure to succeed. I compare him to Steve Young. Counterpoint: Steve Young, the Hall of Fame quarterback? I think his career will more closely resemble that of Rex Grossman. P: Rex Grossman? Are you kidding me? CP: He's a great leader. Unfortunately, his physical skill set won't get it done at the next level. P: You know, scouts and ...
Was Signing Antonio Bryant a Good Deal for the Bengals?
Posted: 10th March 2010 by tank jones in NFL
Point: Yes, Antonio Bryant adds the big play potential the Bengals have lacked.
Counterpoint: No, Bryant will be no more productive than Laveranues Coles.
P: I don't see it that way. He is a better deep threat than Coles. He is obviously taller than Coles.
CP: Bryant has an injured knee. He does not command heavy coverage from the defense.
P: Be fair. Last year he was injured, and the quarterback throwing to ...
Point: Yes, Mark Prior and Kerry Wood...enough said. Counterpoint: Dusty Baker killed their careers? P: Yes, it is well known that Baker cares little about pitch counts. CP: What about Carlos Zambrano? P: He has not been free of symptoms either. CP: Abuse happens but your criticism of Dusty Baker doesn't sound very scientific. P: Take a look at 2003. The Cubs had Prior, ...
Point: Yes, a one-year deal for Owens would enable them to draft a wide receiver after the first round.Counterpoint: I say no. He is not coming off a great year and is another year closer to retirement.P: I get that he is getting older, but he isn't washed up yet.CP: There is the age thing and the fact that he has pretty much destroyed team chemistry where ever he has ...
2010 NFL Draft: Should The Bengals Take a Wide Receiver in The First Round?
Posted: 17th February 2010 by tank jones in NFL
Point: Yes, Ochocinco won't be around forever.
Counterpoint: They have bigger needs and can pick up free agent help.
P: Are you referring to guys like Matt Jones?
CP: He is a start. áSigning a proven wide receiver to a one-year deal means they can address this next year.
P: áJones is proven?
CP: He alone is not the answer to the WR problem. áHowever, Jones is definitely a step in the right direction.
P: They ...
Will Jamal Lewis Get into the Pro Football Hall of Fame?
Posted: 17th February 2010 by tank jones in NFL
Point: Yes, I think he is an all-time great.
Counterpoint: I say no. He was a very good back who had a huge season.
P: That was the year he put up 2,066 yards though. He came just 39 yards short of the all-time single season rushing recordáheld by Eric Dickerson.
CP: That was a stellar season.
P: It was. He never topped that season, but it was one of the best seasons by ...