Spurs No Way

Tomorrow is opening day in the NBA and I'm sure some of our readers are excited and then others will want to start the thug talk again. Irregardless it's here and I'm jacked. I want to go on the record now by stating that the Spurs will NOT win the title this year and for at least a year this will put a stop to dynasty talks. Yes, Duncan is the best overall player in the league and they have Tony Parker, Manu Ginobli (WHO I LOVE) along with newcomers Nick Van Exel and Michael Finley, but it won't happen. They might not even finish first in their division so stay tuned for my picks tomorrow on division winners along with the conference champs and NBA champ.

Theo Epstein - Breaking News

My post earlier today on Epstein lasted all of about 6 hours. It's official that Epstein has decided to walk away from Boston. I personally think he was fed up with certain inner office issues plus he should not have to haggle to get his salary increased. I smell within a week Theo to the Dodgers?

Sports Pick of the Day

My good buddy over at Boosters Club is ready to have a handicapping battle and I'm ready for the show down. If he wants to have a side wager then "Let's get it on."

Steelers -12
They win by two touchdowns.

Back atcha Kgar2121

Tom Benson Isn't Punished?

So who remembers our dear friend Kenny Rogers and his antics earlier this year with a camera man? The Rangers picther gets suspended for 20 games later trimmed down, but does get reprimanded for his attack on someone taking pictures. Benson shows his burly A@$ on tape with a camera man and doesn't get a thing. I understand the NFL can't penalize Mr. Benson from game time, but why didn't they hit him where it hurts???THE WALLET! This guy has to be the biggest most insensitive jerk currently in the sports world. (except for the perennial MVP George Shinn) If Benson had his way the Saints would be clickin their spurs and wearing cowboy hats in San Antonio next year never to return to New Orleans. New Orleans Saints

Sports Betting..The StoneCold way

Stonecold, you're on fire!!! You're 44-13 since we started keeping track, what the heck is your secret??? I tried finding someone like you in my college days but I still had to give up my baseball card collection. It was either that or no arm!!!! Stay tuned for more of StoneCold's picks, he's on a hot streak. StoneCold, when's the next Sports lock of the day?

Daunte's Fire

Daunte blew his knee out against the Panthers yesterday after a VICIOUS hit. I think this could lead to interesting things once the offseason arrives to see what happens with Daunte and many other Vikings players. I can tell you one thing...Tice and his entire coaching staff will be outtie 5000G. Maybe Brad Johnson (Mr. Conservative) is exactly what the Vikes need to turn the season around and capture the title of a horrible NFC North. Minnesota Vikings

Tayshaun Prince Resigns with Pistons

Mr. Prince is now 47 million dollars richer after signing a new five year contract with the Pistons. The deal will be final today just in time to avoid the deadline that would have made Tayshaun a restricted free agent this summer. Story: Detroit Pistons

Theo Epstein Stays with The Sox

How lucky can someone his age be? I'm jealous of this guy on so many fronts because he is GM at the age of 31...for THE SOX...and looks like a movie star with the a really nice bank account. Story: Boston Red Sox

NFL Pick of the Day

My goodness there are some interesting spreads this week for the games. I had a really hard time deciding which one had the best chance to cover. Well, after much deliberation I have decided upon the Giants at home -1 against the Skins. I have included two other picks below, but more as fun since I wasn't as confident on these two. If you have a grand I say double it up on Eli and New York today.

Cleveland at Houston - Texans -1
HOLY COW! The Texans are favored in a game....I would go with the Browns at +1 then because until you win a game you should not be favored.

Green Bay at Cincinnati - Bengals -9
Now I know the Packers are really banged up and the Bengals are pissed after their performance last week against the Steelers, but a 9 point favorite? This spread is too large and I'm taking the Packers +9.

Please come back each week for my lock of the day and then two other highly rated picks.

Charlie Weis

WOW! Our friend Charlie Weis just hit the jackpot at the end of the rainbow. It took less than a year for him to sign an extension with the Fighting Irish that will keep him as coach through 2015. There are rumors floating around all together the contract could be worth 30-40 million. I'm sure Notre Dame decided it was well worth the investment before they loss Weis to another big spender. I just can't believe it took this long for people to see how great of a coach Weis really is. Charlie Weis

Fantasy Football Update

Well, it's week 8 and things are really tightening up in our league. The one and only Notorious BOE is all alone in first place at 6-1. Ashley "The Office Linebacker" Sheppard is in second at 5-2 then G-Unit, Belsky and me are tied for third at 4-3. I'm matched up against Rubright today and his team is currently on a three game losing streak and hasn't posted more than 44 points in his last two games. I have to admit these are the games that scare me in Fantasy. I really need a win to stay in the playoff picture and can't avoid to slip up today. Below is my team and let me know if you would have done something different.

Jiggas Juggernauts
*QB - Tom Brady
over Eli - tough decision and Chris Simms - not tough

*RB - Steven Jackson
over Patrick Pass - Dillon is back this week and will get some carries

*RB/WR - Lamont Jordan
could have also started Antowain Smith and Marcel Shipp

*WR - Randy Moss
over Brandon Jones and Brandon Lloyd

*WR - Mushin Muhammad
over Chris Henry but Muhammad is not producing this year at all

*TE - Todd Heap

*Defense and Special Teams - Steelers

*K - Adam Vinatieri

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USC Trojans

Do you honestly want me to believe that Matt Leinart is going to be a great NFL quarterback? ahhhhhhhhh, no!!!!! Here comes the second coming of Chris Weinke. Matt Leinart has had an extraordinary College career but do you think he's all that?? Maybe to the ladies on Campus, but please Matt, you're not all that and never will be all that. I can lead the offense, Brady Quinn can, hell even Matt Baker from UNC can. Leinart does not have a good arm and will never succeed in the pro's, yes you heard it first from the Notorious B.O.E. Pete Carroll is another story, I suffered through several seasons with Carroll at the helm of the Patriots, believe me he's not all that. I really want some team to take them down, I thought my good freind Charlie Weis and Notre Dame should have, but it wasn't in the cards that game. I guess I now have to root for UCLA, V-Tech or Texas. USC Trojans

How sweet it is for DA PACK!

The first half of today's game was so indicative of our entire season, but then came the second half. I went to the parking lot a little early today for a halftime brewski with a terrible feeling down 0-7 against the Golden Eagles of Southern Miss. Then Andre Brown...yup...Andre Brown and the Pack scored 21 points in the second half. Andre Brown a freshman ran for 248 yards in the game and was the big spark the Pack needed today. I'm smiling ear to ear and truly hoping this is a sign of things to come. NC State

UC alL the wAy?

Wow. Down 24-3 in the fourth quarter against a rising Cardinal team and they come all the way back. This is becoming normal for UCLA to be way down and then snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. I'm still waiting to see if it comes down to the Los Angeles shootout against USC for all the marbles. Go Bruins! UCLA

Vince Young vs Mike Vick

If I had to say right now who is better.........I would say Vince Young all the way. As I sit here and watch him rack up yard after yard against Oklahoma State on TBS I'm more and more intrigued. I totally understand Vince has yet to take a snap in the NFL, but what a specimen. He is bigger and stronger than Vick and is light years ahead in respect to his pass accuracy. There is a lot of talk that Young will come back for his senior year, but my hope is he goes pro and gets his share of all the Mike Vick hype. Please understand when reading this bit that I'm by no means a Mike Vick hater rather I see something special in Vince Young.

Manny Ramirez

You've got to be kidding me. I've had enough of the Manny Ramirez saga. For a man who gets paid 20 million per year to play baseball, he just makes me sick. He's a cry baby and should quit the game and give his money to people who actually want to play. He whines and complains about playing in Boston because he has no privacy. Memo to Manny: if you want privacy, move to the Dominican Republic. I'm sure plenty of people would like to quit their $10 per hour job to be in your shoes for one day. He's pathetic!!! Manny being Manny

NC State Homecoming

Well, I'm off to tailgate and hopefully get a nice fuzzy buzz on before the game. A game that is basically make it or break it for the Pack and their hopes of a bowl game. As I mentioned earlier in the week this game will be lead by Marcus Stone who is getting his first start of the year. It will be essential for the Pack to get off to a good start against the Golden Eagles who come to town for the Homecoming game and flaunt a 4-2 record. I sure hope we are up for them and I don't leave Carter Finley stadium all pissed off like I have every home game, but one this year. State Homecoming

Carolina Hurricanes Explode

The Canes extend their best start in franchise history with a record of 7-2-1. In the RBC Center they scored five goals in the third period against the Flyers. Erik Staal had a hat trick and Cam Ward stopped just enough shots to win 8-6. Summary: Carolina Hurricanes

Ryan Newman is "Rocketman"

When it comes to laying pedal to the metal in qualifying no one is better right now than Ryan Newman. He captured his sixth straight pole in Atlanta with a lap of 193.928. This makes the seventh one his has won this season and the 34th of his 4 year career. I like Newman and would love to see him turn his domination of capturing the pole into more actual victory lanes. Story:Ryan Newman

Casey Martin's Career Over?

This made me sad: Casey Martin

Bruschi is back...AMEN!!!!

The heart and soul of New England's defense, Tedy Bruschi will hopefully be on the field Sunday against the Buffalo Bills. He means so much to a team that just plain stinks on defense right now. It's a miracle they're 3-3 and standing in first place in the AFC East. Rodney Harrison is an extreme blow to a secondary that hasn't gelled thus far. Don't even get me started on Tyrone Pool. Bruschi will help but his health will always be in the back of everyone's mind. Do you think he's ready? and will his coming back put the Patriots in line to defend another title? In the word's of Stephan A. Smith (who I can't stand) "They still have Tom Brady, Quite Frankly, that's all you need." Bruschi Returns

Vijay Singh misses the cut......again

What's going on with Vijay? Are we about to see him pull a David Duval and fall of the face of the earth? I hope not because he's a great player and he practices so much. He may long overdue for some rest. Golf News

Who saw the interview with Clinton Portis yesterday with the media?

Calling all people to respond on this one. I'm not sure if Clinton has been hanging with Mike Tyson recently, but he was off his rocker yesterday. If you saw the interview please provide your thoughts. I will never think of Portis the same again.

Field Goal Worth A Million US Dollars

Since Jose Cortez has been fired maybe Parcells should call up this guy! Cowboys next kicker?

Duke #1 in Initial ESPN/USA Today Poll

With Reddick and Williams coming back along with an incredible recruiting class for now it's a no brainer. Story: Top 25

World Series Funk

The Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros World Series was the lowest rated WS in history. Yes it was boring but I thought Chicago and Houston were big sports markets. Could this be the beginning of the end in baseball? Maybe the Red Sox should go to the National League and play the Yankees in the world series every year. In essence, that's all everybody wants to see anyway. Come on Chicago and Houston fans, is there a reason for this? World Series

Male playing the British Open for the LPGA?

Holy schnikes this can't be true. The infamous Jean Van de Velde (Mr. Triple Bogey on the last hole of the 99 British Open) is pushing to play in the LPGA. Jean did you used to put on your mother's make up and high heels? Story: Van de Velde

Does Bunting have the Canes Number?

Check this video out because it's hilarious:
Carolina Football

Bertuzzi's Back

Tonight Todd Bertuzzi of the Vancouver Canucks returns to Colorado. This is where one of the most cowardly and thuggish acts was displayed in March 2004. Bertuzzi attacked Steve Moore of the Avalanche from behind and broke bones in his neck and Moore to this day can't play. The Avs fans are ready and I personally hope they are off the chain. I don't wish a major injury on Todd, but I hope the crowd gives him H#$L. Todd Bertuzzi

Happy Appies Football #5 In the Country

Appalachian State has homecoming this weekend against Tenn-Chattanooga and then roll down to Death Valley next weekend in Baton Rouge. More to come on that game next week, but for now let's savor the top 5 ranking.
1-AA Power Index

Bronco Player Seriously Injured

Get better soon: Duane Carswell

D'Angelo Hall ----- DOH!

So you have a phat deal with Reebok and probably making some sweet change, but nobody wears Reebok right? Well, D'Angelo Hall a cornerback for the Falcons obviously doesn't. In the Monday night game against the Jets he was rocking some Nike's on the field and then showed up the next day on the Fox Sports Net show "Totally Football" with a Va Tech jersey on representin the Swoosh again. Effectively immediately he can wear Nike all he wants because Reebok gave him the boot. I don't know about you, but if I could make cheddar for wearing clothes I would...even if it is Reebok. ;-) Story: Reebok

Grant Hill HAS to Hang It Up

I just can't believe he keeps hanging on. He was an incredible player in the mid 90's, but since the ankle problems began it's one thing after another. The latest setback is hernia surgery that will keep him on the shelf for the next 3-6 weeks...I smell a three monther coming...Please Grant, GIVE IT UP!!! Grant Hill

Great website on Sports History

Check it out, sports history For all of you sports nerds out there, this site will allow all of you to study hard and enter into your local sports trivia challenges. Seriously, it's a great site overall.

Will Roger Clemens Come Back?

If it were up to Houston owner Drayton McLane it would be a resounding yes. Clemens really has nothing else to prove. He's one of the top three pitchers of all time, the Cy Young award should be named after him and he has a couple of World Series rings. His son has been drafted by the Houston Astros and he's a catching prospect. He may want to come back to throw to his son in a Spring Training game. He's still one of the top pitchers in baseball and clearly has a lot left in him. But the desire needs to be there. Clemens

Should Brad jump off a Lidge

I realize the Stros offense crawled into a hole the last 15 innings or so of the World Series, but a BIG finger needs to be pointed towards Brad Lidge. Absolutely he was key in getting his team to the playoffs, but he LAID AN EGG once it became crunch time. He lost three of his last four appearances when all year long we hear how he is unstoppable. Let's not forget the homerun he gave up to Pujols is still in orbit which could have turned the NLCS around, but then he went on to personally lose 2 games in the World Series. I don't know about you, but I would rather have Mitch "Wild Thing" Williams then this joker because at least he was intimidating.

Will the Bengals quickly become the beloved Bungles?

If this continues probably so:
Cincinnati Bengals

No Reed or Lewis = Defenseless

So the lowly Ravens are going to Heinz Field for Monday Night football this week without Ed Reed and Ray Lewis. I might be going out on a limb here, but this could be one of the worst thrashings we will see in recent time on Monday night. I mean their offense is absolutely dreadful and now they won't be able to stop anyone. Turn out the lights because this coming Hank Williams Monday night party is already over.

Stone to lead the PACK

It has been a few days since the announcement by Chuck "The Chest" Amato on Marcus Stone taking over for Jay Davis and it's finally sunk in that I'm pleased. I mean at this point in the season it really can't get much worse. We lost a heartbreaker to the Hokies, take an L to the D#$N Heels, played one of the worst games I have ever seen against Clemson on national TV and then lose the the Deacons. Is it all Jay's fault?.......ABSOLUTELY NOT....it's our total lack of mental focus, but sometimes these changes can help out. It's Homecoming this weekend against Southern Miss and I will be there like always, but will we be in joy after the game or utter disgrace again? Marcus Stone

BIG DADDY CANES

Read about how they go to work: Carolina Hurricanes

Predators on the Prowl

So I'm still trying to figure out if I have been drinking too many PBR's, but does the home of country music have a Stanley Cup contender? They are 8-0 to start the season and two off the record in the NHL for most games won to start the season. I'm sure only time will tell so for now I'm just "Killin' Time" like my man Clint Black likes to say.

Latest game: Nashville Predators

Cashman --- no pun intended

After all the rumors this past year the Yankees GM stays put. He signs for another three years with the Bronx City Bums for $5 1/2 mill. That is some sweet chingy ching, but in my mind he does earn it dealing with the New York media and frickin Steinbrenner every day. Hey Brian....note to self....get some pitchers who don't drink prune juice and eat oatmeal every morning and life will be a little better.

Coach K for the USA

Well, as much as I don't like the Dookies it is good to see we will have a coach for the USA in the next Olympics who will get back to basics. Today it became official he is the head coach for us in next year's World Championships and in the Olympics in 2008. He definitely knows how to get the best out of talent and is excellent in teaching fundamentals. Can he change what has been a terrible recent trend for our country in world play? Check it out: Coach K

Breaking News in the WNBA...you don't hear that everyday

Link: Swoopes comes out

Wellington Mara = NFL Success

Yesterday the Giant's lost their senior owner who ran the team since he was a teenager. That by itself is absolutely amazing! Also, this man is probably the SOLE reason the NFL is at the top of professional sports today. He had the ingenious idea to share the revenues he earned in the largest television market for over 40 years with teams who could not compete if this wasn't in place. I think someone else from the Big Apple should have followed Mr. Mara's footsteps and we might see the Royals and Pirates actually competing in MLB. Not only did Mr. Mara pump money into the league he also was a key decision maker in almost all of the rules and philisophies the league has in place today. Many of us might not have heard of this man before, but we should all take a minute today to say THANK YOU!

Racist Remarks???

Ruh roh...here we go again. We have another coach who has made some remarks that are certainly controversial. Fisher DeBerry the head coach for the Air Force Academy has opened mouth and inserted foot this week. Coming off his latest loss against TCU he stated the Horned Frogs have more black players who "can run very, very well." Earlier in the week he made a comment to the local newspaper that the coaches had been reviewing their team and realized they just don't have enought minority players. I don't know about you, but I think it's time Fisher hangs it up before what has overall been an extremely respectable career with a service school is tarnished by insensitive comments.

Check it out:
Fisher DeBerry

Longest World Series Game Ever

I think no matter if you are a White Sox fan, Astros fan or a fan of MLB you have to disappointed with the outcome of the longest World Series game ever last night. What a perfect scenario it would have been that after a 5 hour 41 minute game the Stros win to bring the series to 2-1. Instead Geoff Blum....yup that's right...hit a solo smash to break the tie and ultimately win the game. This former Stro was picked up right at the trade deadline this year and it certainly paid off in a big spot. I think you can sign, seal and deliver this series since Garcia is on the hill tonight versus Backe. What do you think?

What's going on in Sports?

With the battle of words going on between StoneZ and Mr. A, it helped me raise a few questions. Has the NBA turned into a thug league? It's certainly different since the days of Bird, Magic, Dr. J, hell even Jordan. Gone are the short shorts replaced by shorts down to your ankles. Gone are fundamental team players. Gone are players who actually care about playing the game. So it then becomes a question of why? and how did it become this way? Is it money, marketing or ego's? I think a little of all three. I don't blame the players for wanting to make as much money as possible, after all, it's a business and I'd try and get as much money if I were in their shoes. Marketing really didn't help because overnight it's become a multi-billion dollar industry and players need to put up the numbers to get the lucrative marketing dollars from the Nike's of the world. Ego's, well, when players averaging 8 pts per game are making 6 million a year, how would you act? I guess as viewers we can all say that they are whining little kids who should just do their job, if you want to call it a job, and do it with pride, dignity and respect the fans who pay for their salaries and watch them win a game for their respective city. Hey, we all stereotype players on how they act with the media and how they dress, that's it!! We really don't know how they are with their families or off the court/playing field. There are a number of athletes that do great things in their communities. But they are making the $$$$$. We can bitch and moan all we want but it's not going to change. If anything, it'll get worse. Players don't have the same team concept that players had when we were watching them on TV years ago. Back then it was all about the team and doing whatever you could do to win. I guess that's why I respect the Patriots players so much. They could get more money elsewhere but it's all about winning Championships. It's a team concept that should be followed in all sports.

BOE

The Mike Vick Trade

I've been trying to figure out what the deal is with Mike Vick. Why do people think he's so special. He can run, yes. Throw, no. I take that back, he has a great arm but his accuracy is horrible. His team (the Atlanta Falcons) have done well because they have a great running game and a solid defense. They never win because of his arm. In analyzing the trade in 2001 Vick has never thrown for more than 16 touchdowns in 1 year, he has great rushing stats but is hurt quite often. Now ask yourself this question, who did the San Diego Chargers get? Well they have quite possible the best player in the game in Ladanian Tomlinson and a really good and accurate passer in Drew Brees. So I ask the question, what's all the hype over Mike Vick? I personally think that they are a better team with Matt Schaub at QB and we all know that if you're going to win a Super Bowl you better have a good passing game. Defenses can game plan for a running game and if this happens you better have a good passing game to compliment the running game. The Falcons will never win a Super Bowl because of this. I'll take a Drew Brees touchdown pass to LT or Antonio Gates over a Mike Vick 40 yard run anytime. He pulls a hamstring everytime he bootlegs. He can fill the stands and is a great marketing product for the Falcons but a superbowl, no.

Watch out Tarheel and Wolfpack fans.....

Here's an article from the Herald Sun in which I totally agree. Yes boys. college hoops is coming back.
Blue Devils unanimous pick to win ACC crown

When J.J. Redick and Shelden Williams decided last spring to return to Duke for their senior seasons, the Blue Devils instantly jumped to the top of nearly everyone's unofficial list of favorites for the upcoming season.
At ACC Operation Basketball on Sunday, Redick, Williams and the Blue Devils topped everyone's official list.
All 87 media members picked the Blue Devils to win the ACC, and Redick and Williams were the lone unanimous choices for the preseason all-ACC team.
"I think that's legitimate with who they have back,' Maryland coach Gary Williams said. "You can't lay off of someone like Redick, but if you extend too much they're going to go inside to Williams.
"That's a pretty good combination to have."
Redick edged Williams as preseason player of the year, getting 45 votes to 33 for Williams. Boston College forward Craig Smith received four votes.
Smith joined Redick, Williams, Miami guard Guillermo Diaz and Wake Forest guard Justin Gray on the preseason all-ACC team.
Smith's Eagles were picked to finish second behind Duke in their inaugural ACC season. The Eagles return four starters from a team that started 20-0 last season and won the Big East regular-season title.
"I think they will be very good," Wake Forest coach Skip Prosser said. "They return all their guys, they won the Big East regular-season championship and they're exquisitely coached."
Prosser's team was picked third, then N.C. State, Maryland and reigning NCAA champion North Carolina rounded out the top half of the 12-team league. The Demon Deacons must deal with the loss of point guard Chris Paul, while the Wolfpack lost Julius Hodge and the Tar Heels lost their top seven scorers.
But Maryland coach Gary Williams, not always the biggest fan of the Big Four, had kind words Sunday for the group.
"Carolina obviously lost a lot of players, but let's face it, they're never going to be bad,' Williams said. "It's all relative; they're still a good basketball team.
"And then if you look at Duke and N.C. State and Wake Forest, those three all have some guys who can really play, obviously. I think we do, too."
Miami and Virginia Tech, second-year ACC teams that were picked at the bottom of the league last year but instead finished in the middle, were picked seventh and eighth Sunday. Georgia Tech, Clemson, Florida State and Virginia rounded out the poll.
"Lots of times the predictions made in October don't always play out into March,' Prosser said. "I think there will be some teams that surprise us. This time last year people were bemoaning Miami and Virginia Tech and wondering how they could succeed in the league. And they both did very well. It's early."
Prosser and his coaching colleagues also downplayed predictions that the ACC will be down as a conference this season.
"The league has been around for 53 years, and with rare exceptions it's been considered the best basketball conference in the country," Prosser said. "And until proven otherwise, I think that will still be the perception."

NBA Dress Code

I just watched the Bill Maher show in which he had Spike Lee and Chris Webber as guests and I have to tell you that I'm a bit perplexed by the reaction of the dress code. Society reacts and becomes hesitant to people dressed in a certain manner. Maybe that's wrong but when I see someone with pantihose on their heads and pants on below their privates, I tend to ask myself, what are their intentions? We may associate them as being in a gang or just your average trouble maker. Society has taught us to react this way. Is it fair, no, but what is fair? You see the type of people that commit crimes everynight on the news, whether it's murder, assault, robery etc.. It's definately not a racist thing, atleast in my eyes because black or white, a lot of people dress that way. If you see a story on the news about a hold up at a convenience store, chances are that it's not a person in a suit doing the crime. Now these NBA players are being paid a ton of money and should represent the league appropriately. Dress the way you want on your personal time. I can't dress that way at my job and I make a hell of a lot less than these NBA players. Everybody is up in arms over this dress code but every blue and white collar person in America, for the most part, have a dress code and I bet they would put on a suit and switch roles with any of you in a heartbeat.

BOAS

A-Rods Mother is bailing him out

Why can't Alex Rodriguez just confess to millions of New York Yankee fans that he choked in the Playoffs. He makes 25 million per year and his mommy still has to bail him out. I have a heart and am sorry for his uncle's passing but please Alex, my father passed away when I was 13 and he died of a massive heart attack on the baseball field. Usually when something happens like this (a death in the family) it usually motivates athletes to put in that extra effort and play harder ie... Brett Farve, Roger Clemens. You have the glory, fame and money but you don't have what most people work hard for, respect. I just find it hard and unexplainable to blame something on a death. If that doesn't motivate Alex Rodriguez I don't know what will.

It seems that Joe Torre will stay in pinstripes for another season after explaining why he wants to deal with "George being George" Read it all here, Joe Torre

Sports Sunday Recap.........

My Fantasy Teams did well, I'm not out of my eliminator pool yet... and for some reason I remain pissed off because my Red Sox Lost the series on Friday. I knew inside that their pitching was horrible and wouldn't withstand any other team. Atleast we have Tom Brady, but what the hell is up with the defense, losing Harrison is killing us. Great article on Brady - Tom Brady

Questions:
Can someone please relay to me why the Colts have such a soft schedule? I can't take it anymore and what is up with their defense? The 49er's should play against USC and the line would be SC by 7. Green Bay vs. New Orleans, WTF?? Why didn't Brunell run it into the end zone on the two point conversion attempt? Is Denny Green overated as a coach? What is up with Bledsoe? Who's going to win tomorrow night?

After seeing what the Chargers did to the Pats, I really can't pick against them. Chargers will win tomorrow night, thats my "LOTD".

BOAS

The Showdown has started!!

One up for the Red Sox. Great game and I especially liked Jeter's fist pump when he rounded first base with that damned smile on his face. All this talk for someone who hits .300 with 15hr's and 70 rbi's every year? I just don't get it. It also looks as if the Astros and Phillies are in a dog fight of their own. It still doesn't matter, the Yanks/Sox series is what everybody is watching anyway. I think I have started to calm down since my trip to Charlotte to visit Panther nation. The Pats are 2-1 and my heart dropped last week with all the injuries, can anyone remember a time in the past when injuries were worse than last week all over the NFL? Well, I'm still working on getting some "real" sports writers to conduct an interview on my blog, as I said before, in due time my friends.

BOAS