Wednesday, November 30, 2005
Lions president needs to go
The Detroit Lions have chewed up and spit out another head coach. Detroit fired Steve Mariucci and replaced him, on an interim basis, with defensive coordinator Dick Jauron. The wrong person got fired.
Let's take a look at the coaches the Lions have had over the years:
*Marty Mornhinweg was fired after posting a 5-27 record with the Lions.
*Mariucci was shown the door after going 15-28.
*Jauron had a 35-46 record as Chicago's head coach from 1999-2003.
Why is team president Matt Millen still around? Since he took over in 2001, Detroit is 20-55, the worst record in the league during that period. Millen hired Mariucci and Mornhinweg. On top of that, Millen crafted the crappy team that Mariucci inherited after leaving San Francisco.
With such great decision-making, it's no wonder this team has only one playoff victory since 1957.
Let's take a look at the coaches the Lions have had over the years:
*Marty Mornhinweg was fired after posting a 5-27 record with the Lions.
*Mariucci was shown the door after going 15-28.
*Jauron had a 35-46 record as Chicago's head coach from 1999-2003.
Why is team president Matt Millen still around? Since he took over in 2001, Detroit is 20-55, the worst record in the league during that period. Millen hired Mariucci and Mornhinweg. On top of that, Millen crafted the crappy team that Mariucci inherited after leaving San Francisco.
With such great decision-making, it's no wonder this team has only one playoff victory since 1957.
Tuesday, November 29, 2005
Post your comments!
Starting today, you can post your comments to this site, without having to e-mail them to me. I will serve as the moderator. So, if your comments are good, I welcome them. Anything offensive or wildly off-topic will not be acceptable.
On to today's take: We could have seen this coming. There's a snag in the project to build a new stadium for the Washington Nationals baseball team.
Major League Baseball is saying it has not agreed to pay the District of Columbia's request for $20 million to cover cost overruns for the Nats' new field.
If MLB won't cover that $20 million, guess who gets stuck with the bill? If the District has to pony up the money, that means it's coming from taxpayers. It would be refreshing to see a stadium project paid for entirely with private funds. Taxes are high enough. If someone doesn't want to pay for a sports team, he or she shouldn't have to.
On to today's take: We could have seen this coming. There's a snag in the project to build a new stadium for the Washington Nationals baseball team.
Major League Baseball is saying it has not agreed to pay the District of Columbia's request for $20 million to cover cost overruns for the Nats' new field.
If MLB won't cover that $20 million, guess who gets stuck with the bill? If the District has to pony up the money, that means it's coming from taxpayers. It would be refreshing to see a stadium project paid for entirely with private funds. Taxes are high enough. If someone doesn't want to pay for a sports team, he or she shouldn't have to.
Monday, November 28, 2005
Tennessee makes some moves
After Tennessee's first losing season since 1988, you had a feeling heads were going to roll in Knoxville, and that's exactly what happened. Head coach Phil Fulmer fired the offensive line coach and wide receivers coach.
I think the jury's still out on whether this was a good move for the Volunteers. They averaged 326.3 yards of offense this season. However, there were four losses in which the Vols scored 15 or fewer points.
This program has fallen a long way. Another season like this one should lead to a complete house-cleaning.
I think the jury's still out on whether this was a good move for the Volunteers. They averaged 326.3 yards of offense this season. However, there were four losses in which the Vols scored 15 or fewer points.
This program has fallen a long way. Another season like this one should lead to a complete house-cleaning.
Sunday, November 27, 2005
No-name team not in BCS
It turns out that we won't have to watch South Florida in a BCS game after all. The Bulls lost 15-10 to Connecticut last night. With that South Florida loss, West Virginia clinched the Big East title and the conference's automatic BCS berth.
Any team that loses Connecticut is not worthy of a BCS bowl. But, more than that, BCS bowls are played on national television in prime time. South Florida is not the kind of team that people will go out of their way to watch. Who could get excited about a no-name team from a weakened conference?
Any team that loses Connecticut is not worthy of a BCS bowl. But, more than that, BCS bowls are played on national television in prime time. South Florida is not the kind of team that people will go out of their way to watch. Who could get excited about a no-name team from a weakened conference?
Friday, November 25, 2005
LSU has weak case
If the Tigers want to make it to the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) title game, they should be rooting hard for whomever plays against USC and Texas, which are the top two teams in the BCS rankings.
If only one of those teams should lose, BCS No. 3 Penn State will likely slide into the Rose Bowl. I'm not wild about that happening, but the Nittany Lions are more deserving of a national title shot than LSU.
The Tigers barely beat unranked Arkansas today, and they had lost to Tennessee back on September 26. That's pretty sad considering the Volunteers were one of the biggest disappointments this season, finishing 4-6, losing to Vanderbilt, and missing a bowl game for the first time since 1988.
If only one of those teams should lose, BCS No. 3 Penn State will likely slide into the Rose Bowl. I'm not wild about that happening, but the Nittany Lions are more deserving of a national title shot than LSU.
The Tigers barely beat unranked Arkansas today, and they had lost to Tennessee back on September 26. That's pretty sad considering the Volunteers were one of the biggest disappointments this season, finishing 4-6, losing to Vanderbilt, and missing a bowl game for the first time since 1988.
Thursday, November 24, 2005
Loved the instant classic
I just finished watching last weekend's Ohio State-Michigan game on ESPN Classic. The term "instant classic" always gives me a laugh, but that game was great and worthy of repeating. I was sure to have the VCR going.
I couldn't help noticing that broadcaster Brent Musberger seemed unhappy about the Buckeyes' game-winning drive. His call was very uninspired when Antonio Pittman crossed the goal line. Musberger also wore blue and gold. Why didn't he just wear a Wolverines jersey? So much for being impartial.
Happy Thanksgiving!
I couldn't help noticing that broadcaster Brent Musberger seemed unhappy about the Buckeyes' game-winning drive. His call was very uninspired when Antonio Pittman crossed the goal line. Musberger also wore blue and gold. Why didn't he just wear a Wolverines jersey? So much for being impartial.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Wednesday, November 23, 2005
Rutgers hardly worthy of bowl
On Saturday, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (6-4, 3-3 Big East) will finish their regular season against Cincinnati. Rutgers is coming off a resounding 56-5 loss at Louisville. But for the Scarlet Knights, it's all good because they're bowl-eligible.
This is a joke to me. Sure, Rutgers has earned enough victories to qualify for a bowl. However, the Scarlet Knights haven't beaten anyone impressive. On top of that, they lost to Illinois, a team that was winless in Big Ten conference play. Two of Rutgers' three victories in the Big East have come at the expense of the league's doormats.
In the college football world, six victories are enough to make a team bowl-eligible. No one ever said those victories had to be high-quality.
This is a joke to me. Sure, Rutgers has earned enough victories to qualify for a bowl. However, the Scarlet Knights haven't beaten anyone impressive. On top of that, they lost to Illinois, a team that was winless in Big Ten conference play. Two of Rutgers' three victories in the Big East have come at the expense of the league's doormats.
In the college football world, six victories are enough to make a team bowl-eligible. No one ever said those victories had to be high-quality.
Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Big headache for Purdue
Before the college football season started, we heard a lot about Purdue having a relatively easy path to the Big Ten title because Michigan and Ohio State weren't on the schedule. Apparently, the Boilermakers' 2005 schedule wasn't easy enough, as they went 3-5 in conference play.
Purdue defeated:
-Michigan State - nothing to brag about as the Spartans fell apart
-Illinois - went 0-8 in Big Ten play
-Indiana - only one victory in conference play
The Purdue coaching staff needs to take a serious look at how and why this year went so wrong. There should be plenty of time for thinking, because they won't have to prepare for a bowl game.
Purdue defeated:
-Michigan State - nothing to brag about as the Spartans fell apart
-Illinois - went 0-8 in Big Ten play
-Indiana - only one victory in conference play
The Purdue coaching staff needs to take a serious look at how and why this year went so wrong. There should be plenty of time for thinking, because they won't have to prepare for a bowl game.
Monday, November 21, 2005
PSU worthy of title game?
Surprisingly, Big Ten co-champion Penn State has an outside shot of landing a spot in college football's national championship game. Thanks, in part, to Miami's loss to Georgia Tech last Saturday, PSU is now No. 3 in the Bowl Championship Series rankings. USC and Texas are the top two, and if either one loses, PSU could be in prime position to slide into the Rose Bowl.
Sliding is the correct verb to use here. PSU can only move into the title game by attrition. All the Nittany Lions can do is watch USC and Texas on television, hoping for either team to screw up its season. It's another thing completely -- and much more legitimate -- to win your last game of the season, knowing a Rose Bowl berth is at stake.
To its credit, PSU has a few quality wins: fellow Big Ten co-champion Ohio State, Wisconsin, and Minnesota (the Gophers had been ranked).
My wife and I both work in Pennsylvania, so I guess our taxes are partially funding PSU's efforts. But, I still think a spot in the title game should be actively, not passively, earned.
Sliding is the correct verb to use here. PSU can only move into the title game by attrition. All the Nittany Lions can do is watch USC and Texas on television, hoping for either team to screw up its season. It's another thing completely -- and much more legitimate -- to win your last game of the season, knowing a Rose Bowl berth is at stake.
To its credit, PSU has a few quality wins: fellow Big Ten co-champion Ohio State, Wisconsin, and Minnesota (the Gophers had been ranked).
My wife and I both work in Pennsylvania, so I guess our taxes are partially funding PSU's efforts. But, I still think a spot in the title game should be actively, not passively, earned.
Sunday, November 20, 2005
Coaching change needed at MSU
Thanksgiving is just a few days away, and Michigan State football coach John L. Smith should be thankful if he's not canned.
Regardless, he should think about how this season went so wrong for the Spartans. It looked very promising when they beat Notre Dame and jumped out to a 4-0 start. However, the wheels came off and MSU lost six of its last seven games.
I'm not sure the words "colossal tank job" even begin to describe this. After the Notre Dame game, the Spartans blew every chance to beat a quality opponent. They lost a close one to Michigan. A botched field goal attempt led to a loss at Ohio State. Had they defeated Penn State yesterday, the Spartans could've been bowl eligible. Hey, it would've been something to hang their hats on.
If Smith is allowed to stay, he should shop around for a new special teams coach. This area was a real weakness, especially against the Nittany Lions and Buckeyes. MSU should clean house and start over, in an attempt to revive its once-successful program.
Regardless, he should think about how this season went so wrong for the Spartans. It looked very promising when they beat Notre Dame and jumped out to a 4-0 start. However, the wheels came off and MSU lost six of its last seven games.
I'm not sure the words "colossal tank job" even begin to describe this. After the Notre Dame game, the Spartans blew every chance to beat a quality opponent. They lost a close one to Michigan. A botched field goal attempt led to a loss at Ohio State. Had they defeated Penn State yesterday, the Spartans could've been bowl eligible. Hey, it would've been something to hang their hats on.
If Smith is allowed to stay, he should shop around for a new special teams coach. This area was a real weakness, especially against the Nittany Lions and Buckeyes. MSU should clean house and start over, in an attempt to revive its once-successful program.
Saturday, November 19, 2005
Big Ten Champions!
As radio talk show host Michael Savage would say, "It's unbelievable to me!" Ohio State came from behind today to beat Michigan 25-21. The victory gave the Buckeyes at least a share of the Big Ten championship.I'll be the first to admit that I gave up on the Buckeyes when they were down 21-12 in the fourth quarter. They were behind on the road, and had made a few miscues to help the Wolverines along. And, how many times have we seen the Buckeyes falter on attempts to come from behind late?
But, the Buckeyes did what they needed to do. Major props to quarterback Troy Smith for having the ability and the guts to punch Michigan in the mouth two straight years. Coach Jim Tressel came up with a good offensive game plan, and didn't play things conservatively.
I had been down on this team earlier in the season because it seemed to be underperforming. But, there's something about winning a rivalry game that washes way, at least for the moment, all the bad memories of this season.
Logo courtesy of The Ohio State University.
Friday, November 18, 2005
Hoping OSU pulls it off
Two of the biggest rivals in college football hook up in a matter of hours. As FOX Sports Radio's Bruce Jacobs said it recently, the Buckeyes "need a miracle".A lot is at stake at Michigan Stadium tomorrow:
-If OSU beats Michigan, it locks up a share of the Big Ten title. If OSU wins and Penn State loses, the Buckeyes get the automatic BCS bid.
-If Michigan beats Ohio State, a Penn State loss means all three teams split the Big Ten title, and UM gets the automatic BCS bid.
Penn State losing to Michigan State is a super-longshot.
I'd feel better about the OSU-Michigan game if it was in Columbus, where the Buckeyes would have the loudest fans in the Big Ten on their side. On paper, the Buckeyes have looked good recently, but their recent opponents pretty much all rolled over and played dead. If Coach Jim Tressel doesn't play things too close to his sweater vest on offense, the Buckeyes could repeat last year's success against UM. A boring offensive gameplan probably won't be enough to beat the Wolverines' playmakers.
Michigan needs this win to save what has, so far, been a disappointing season. Coach Lloyd Carr wants to avoid a 1-4 record against Tressel.
I (reluctantly) give Michigan a slight edge going in, all the while hoping the Buckeyes win big!
Logos courtesy of The Ohio State University and The University of Michigan.
Thursday, November 17, 2005
Membership must provide value
The Professional Bowlers Association recently announced a drive to increase its membership ranks. Now, the three ways to become a PBA member are to: have a 200 average or better in the most recent league season, have a 190 average or better in a USBC Sport league, or cash in a PBA regional event as a non-member. The tour is waiving initiation fees until the end of February in 2006.I'm all for changing the requirements so more people can join, so long as the tour is not opening the floodgates to everyone. Will this recent action increase the number of PBA members? I'd join today if my average was high enough (photo of me from PBA Pro-Am in Cortland, NY), just so I can say I'm a PBA member. However, most people don't see things the way I do. Ultimately, people will decide to join if they feel they can get a good value from the membership.
For instance, I receive frequent mailing inviting me to join the alumni associations at Ohio State and Michigan. They're great organizations, but if I join, it would basically be a $55 magazine subscription. I don't live close enough to either school to take advantage of the other benefits.
Wednesday, November 16, 2005
ESPN chooses wrong site
This weekend, we get another installment in what is perhaps the greatest rivalry in college football. On Saturday, Ohio State (8-2, 6-1 Big Ten) takes on Michigan (7-3, 5-2) in Ann Arbor. With a victory, OSU can clinch at least a share of the conference title.
So, with that in mind, why on Earth is ESPN College GameDay going to be in East Lansing where, in all likelihood, Penn State (9-1, 6-1) is going to blow away Michigan State (5-5, 2-5) to lock up the Big Ten's automatic BCS berth?
That just further proves that the national media have jumped on Penn State's bandwagon this season, even though the Nittany Lions have almost no shot at winning a national championship.
So, with that in mind, why on Earth is ESPN College GameDay going to be in East Lansing where, in all likelihood, Penn State (9-1, 6-1) is going to blow away Michigan State (5-5, 2-5) to lock up the Big Ten's automatic BCS berth?
That just further proves that the national media have jumped on Penn State's bandwagon this season, even though the Nittany Lions have almost no shot at winning a national championship.
Tuesday, November 15, 2005
MLB getting tough on steroids
Today, Major League Baseball players and owners agreed to tougher penalties for steroid use. Next season, the first offense will result in a 50-game suspension. The second offense will carry a 100-game penalty. A lifetime ban follows the third offense. This new deal also calls for testing for amphetamines.
It's easy to write all this off as simply a positive public relations move for MLB. Congress was breathing down baseball's neck; so, the league beat the feds to the punch in putting together a steroids deal. Baseball could definitely use some positive PR, seeing as how players such as Rafael Palmeiro and Jason Giambi did their parts to sully the sport.
More than that, the new steroid policy could potentially lead to sweeping change within the sport. Let's hope so. It will be refreshing to see players punished soundly for using 'roids. Up until now, they've been way too handsomely rewarded for juicing.
It's easy to write all this off as simply a positive public relations move for MLB. Congress was breathing down baseball's neck; so, the league beat the feds to the punch in putting together a steroids deal. Baseball could definitely use some positive PR, seeing as how players such as Rafael Palmeiro and Jason Giambi did their parts to sully the sport.
More than that, the new steroid policy could potentially lead to sweeping change within the sport. Let's hope so. It will be refreshing to see players punished soundly for using 'roids. Up until now, they've been way too handsomely rewarded for juicing.
Monday, November 14, 2005
MVP awards not enough
For the second time in three seasons, Alex Rodriguez won the American League's Most Valuable player award. The New York Yankee third baseman beat out Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz for the award.
I don't know which one of them was truly more deserving of the award. I'm not going to spend hours breaking down stats, trying to figure out if the right guy was named MVP. What's certain is that, right or wrong, the voters overall thought A-Rod was a better choice.
What's also certain is that the Yankees didn't get Rodriguez just so he could collect regular-season awards. With the money that owner George Steinbrenner throws around, an MVP trophy is nothing more than a consolation prize given to an exiting game show contestant.
A-Rod was hired to deliver a World Series trophy -- something he hasn't done yet.
I don't know which one of them was truly more deserving of the award. I'm not going to spend hours breaking down stats, trying to figure out if the right guy was named MVP. What's certain is that, right or wrong, the voters overall thought A-Rod was a better choice.
What's also certain is that the Yankees didn't get Rodriguez just so he could collect regular-season awards. With the money that owner George Steinbrenner throws around, an MVP trophy is nothing more than a consolation prize given to an exiting game show contestant.
A-Rod was hired to deliver a World Series trophy -- something he hasn't done yet.
Sunday, November 13, 2005
Big East offers game to forget
In yesterday's college football action, South Florida crushed Syracuse 27-0 at the Carrier Dome. The Bulls can get the Big East's automatic BCS bid if they beat Cincinnati, Connecticut, and West Virginia.
Two ridiculous points about yesterday's game:
1) Syracuse is now 0-6 in the Big East. This once-proud program is such a joke. It can't get anything done in apparently is the worst of the major conferences.
2) South Florida has a shot at a BCS bowl. South Florida? The only thing making this the slightest bit acceptable is that the Bulls blew away then-No. 9 Louisville. It's hard to imagine South Florida among the likes of USC and Texas.
Two ridiculous points about yesterday's game:
1) Syracuse is now 0-6 in the Big East. This once-proud program is such a joke. It can't get anything done in apparently is the worst of the major conferences.
2) South Florida has a shot at a BCS bowl. South Florida? The only thing making this the slightest bit acceptable is that the Bulls blew away then-No. 9 Louisville. It's hard to imagine South Florida among the likes of USC and Texas.
Saturday, November 12, 2005
Looking ahead to Michigan
No. 25 Northwestern played its way out of the Top 25 today, losing to Ohio State 48-7 on Senior Day in Columbus.OSU looked impressive, once again putting 40-plus points on the board. But, Northwestern pretty much rolled over and died on the field at the Horseshoe. The Wildcats did themselves in with special teams problems, weak run coverage, and an offense that basically headed back to Chicago after scoring its only touchdown.
Michigan will pose a much bigger test for the Buckeyes next week. A lot is at stake, as a win means OSU gets at least a share of the Big Ten title, and could get the conference's automatic BCS berth if Penn State loses.
"As soon as the clock struck zero and the game was over, your mind goes straight to Michigan," OSU center Nick Mangold said in published reports after today's game. "It's always in the back of your mind through the season. Now it's at the front of your mind."
I think it had to be on the front of the Buckeyes' minds during today's game. I know I was thinking about the Michigan game, instead of being happy that OSU avenged last year's loss to Northwestern in prime time.
Logo courtesy of The Ohio State University.
Friday, November 11, 2005
NFL returning to L.A.?
It appears that Los Angeles will, once again, have an NFL team. The league's commissioner said the NFL reached a preliminary agreement with the city to bring a team to Los Angeles. The home stadium and projected starting date have not yet been determined.
It's about time. How could America's second-largest metropolitan area be without an NFL team for the past ten years? It's not like the area doesn't have a fan base. L.A. is not exactly a small market.
However, this whole deal is so tentative that I could see it falling through completely.
The new NFL team could wind up playing second banana in Los Angeles if the USC Trojans keep up their winning ways. No, they won't extend their winning streak for another few seasons. But, if coach Pete Carroll sticks around, the Trojans will be a power for a pretty long time.
It's about time. How could America's second-largest metropolitan area be without an NFL team for the past ten years? It's not like the area doesn't have a fan base. L.A. is not exactly a small market.
However, this whole deal is so tentative that I could see it falling through completely.
The new NFL team could wind up playing second banana in Los Angeles if the USC Trojans keep up their winning ways. No, they won't extend their winning streak for another few seasons. But, if coach Pete Carroll sticks around, the Trojans will be a power for a pretty long time.
Thursday, November 10, 2005
Selig wrong on instant replay
Major League Baseball commissioner Bud Selig recently voiced his opposition to instant replay. However, in published reports he said the 2005 postseason had "some incidents that certainly need to be looked at."
Selig argues that instant replay wouldn't be in anyone's best interest because it would make games too long. So, would he rather have shorter games with incorrect calls? It certainly sounds that way.
This is the same genius who thought ending the 2002 All-Star Game in a tie was a good idea. MLB desperately needs some new leadership.
Selig argues that instant replay wouldn't be in anyone's best interest because it would make games too long. So, would he rather have shorter games with incorrect calls? It certainly sounds that way.
This is the same genius who thought ending the 2002 All-Star Game in a tie was a good idea. MLB desperately needs some new leadership.
Tuesday, November 08, 2005
Like father, like son
Pete Rose, Jr. could potentially spend two years in a federal pen. He pleaded guilty to charges that he distributed a steroid alternative to his minor league teammates.
Under the terms of his plea deal, he could be sentenced to 21 to 24 months in federal prison and fined up to $1 million. Rose, 35, is on his own until his sentencing in February.
This news really blows me away. It's so hard to imagine how young Pete could go wrong. His father is such a great role model. I'm sure millions of little leaguers are hoping they make it big in Major League Baseball only to be tossed out for life for betting on the game.
Under the terms of his plea deal, he could be sentenced to 21 to 24 months in federal prison and fined up to $1 million. Rose, 35, is on his own until his sentencing in February.
This news really blows me away. It's so hard to imagine how young Pete could go wrong. His father is such a great role model. I'm sure millions of little leaguers are hoping they make it big in Major League Baseball only to be tossed out for life for betting on the game.
Monday, November 07, 2005
Two golf channels?
PGA Commissioner Tim Finchem said the tour might follow the NFL and NBA by starting its own TV network.
"Every other sport has their channel," Finchem said in published reports. "That's not lost on us."
Exactly! Golf has its own channel already: Arnold Palmer's The Golf Channel. We know golf is very popular but is there enough interest to justify two cable networks? It seems to be oversaturation.
"Every other sport has their channel," Finchem said in published reports. "That's not lost on us."
Exactly! Golf has its own channel already: Arnold Palmer's The Golf Channel. We know golf is very popular but is there enough interest to justify two cable networks? It seems to be oversaturation.
Sunday, November 06, 2005
Bleak outlook for Illinois
Ron Zook didn't win a lot of friends during his tenure as head coach at Florida. They may be getting ready to run him out of town at The University of Illinois.
The Fighting Illini are 0-6 in the Big Ten, following yesterday's resounding 40-2 defeat at Ohio State.
I'm guessing that, by now, the overwhelming majority of Illinois backers have turned the page and moved on to basketball season, as the hoops squad is one of the country's best. The only thing left for Illini football is to try and win a Big Ten game. Purdue shouldn't present much of a challenge. I think a win over Northwestern is too much to ask.
The Fighting Illini are 0-6 in the Big Ten, following yesterday's resounding 40-2 defeat at Ohio State.
I'm guessing that, by now, the overwhelming majority of Illinois backers have turned the page and moved on to basketball season, as the hoops squad is one of the country's best. The only thing left for Illini football is to try and win a Big Ten game. Purdue shouldn't present much of a challenge. I think a win over Northwestern is too much to ask.
Saturday, November 05, 2005
Penn State for real?
Perhaps Penn State is the best team in the Big Ten after all. Today, the Nittany Lions took apart the Wisconsin Badgers 35-14.
I thought Wisconsin would make a stronger showing. It seemed as if the Badgers had a lot to play for. They could've won a Big Ten title in the final season for head coach Barry Alvarez.
Instead, it appears this season could be one of the last hurrahs for PSU's geriatric head coach Joe Paterno, who is realistically running out of opportunities to win Big Ten championships in State College.
Hopefully, the teams ahead of PSU in the rankings keep on winning, so the Nittany Lions don't back into the national title game.
I thought Wisconsin would make a stronger showing. It seemed as if the Badgers had a lot to play for. They could've won a Big Ten title in the final season for head coach Barry Alvarez.
Instead, it appears this season could be one of the last hurrahs for PSU's geriatric head coach Joe Paterno, who is realistically running out of opportunities to win Big Ten championships in State College.
Hopefully, the teams ahead of PSU in the rankings keep on winning, so the Nittany Lions don't back into the national title game.
Friday, November 04, 2005
Boeheim incident ridiculous
Last night in college hoops, Syracuse beat Le Moyne 94-54; SU coach Jim Boeheim managed to hang around for the entire game. That's only noteworthy because earlier this week, he got tossed from the Orange's game against St. Rose. That was the first time he was ejected in his coaching career.
Why get ejected during an exhibition game against a Division II team? If you're going to get tossed, wouldn't you want it to happen in a game that actually had championship implications? SU sports have become such a joke.
Why get ejected during an exhibition game against a Division II team? If you're going to get tossed, wouldn't you want it to happen in a game that actually had championship implications? SU sports have become such a joke.
Thursday, November 03, 2005
A-Rod source of bad press
According to a Daily News (New York City) report, the Yankees told Alex Rodriguez that playing poker in illegal clubs could hurt his image. That paper previously reported that A-Rod attended games at an underground club with pro poker player Phil Hellmuth. A-Rod's agent denies all of this.
Maybe the Yankees would actually win another World Series if A-Rod forgot about all this card-playing nonsense and concentrated more about baseball. Sure, everyone needs a diversion from work. But, A-Rod has clearly not done the job the Yanks hired him to do.
Maybe the Yankees would actually win another World Series if A-Rod forgot about all this card-playing nonsense and concentrated more about baseball. Sure, everyone needs a diversion from work. But, A-Rod has clearly not done the job the Yanks hired him to do.
Wednesday, November 02, 2005
Rogers wins Gold Glove
Texas Rangers pitcher Kenny Rogers recently won his second straight Gold Glove award, and his fourth overall. I guess he can do something else with his hands besides inflict violence on television cameras.
Tuesday, November 01, 2005
We should be thankful?
World Series umpire crew chief Joe West said he and his colleagues did a good job during the 2005 postseason.
"Instead of criticizing the umpires, the media should be thankful," he said in an e-mail message to the Associated Press.
Is this guy for real? We should be thankful? For what? That the umpires gave us all something to talk about?
I'm sure I speak for many people when I say that it would've been better if correct calls were made.
"Instead of criticizing the umpires, the media should be thankful," he said in an e-mail message to the Associated Press.
Is this guy for real? We should be thankful? For what? That the umpires gave us all something to talk about?
I'm sure I speak for many people when I say that it would've been better if correct calls were made.
