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July 31, 2004

In-freaking-sane

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 31, 2004 · Comments (2)

The Cubs just got Nomar Garciaparra without having to deal Matt Clement. Are you kidding me? This is a banner day in Cubs history, unless, of course, Francis Beltran goes on to be Cy Young. My first thoughts: 1. I don't plan to listen to any more Cubs games on... [Full Story]

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July 30, 2004

Baseball's Priorities

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 30, 2004

Let's review. Kerry Wood blows a gasket against an umpire over legitimately awful balls and strikes material. Suspension: 5 games (under appeal). Carlos Zambrano hits Jim Edmonds with two pitches (only one of which was clearly intentional) and makes an ass of himself by screaming at Edmonds after the big... [Full Story]

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July 29, 2004

Williams Tested Positive

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 29, 2004 · Comments (1)

If Ricky Williams decides to un-retire he will have to sit out four games because he tested positive for marijuana for the third time. [sarcasm]What an amazing coincidence.[/sarcasm]. It seems Williams decided to be his own physician by dropping the Paxil he was taking for social-anxiety disorder and going with... [Full Story]

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July 28, 2004

Vikings Sign Lesnar

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 28, 2004

Former NCAA wrestling champion and WWE star Brock Lesnar signed a contract to play for the Minnesota Vikings yesterday. Scott Studwell, Director of College Scouting for the team, said “He is a project with a capital P.” The Vikings also signed Tam Hopkins. They released Jeff Womble and Ben Nauman.... [Full Story]

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Beuerlein Retires

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 28, 2004

Veteran QB Steve Beuerlein signed with the Carolina Panthers and then announced his retirement. Beuerlein spent 17 years in the NFL and is 39 years old.... [Full Story]

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July 27, 2004

Pardon the Interruption

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 27, 2004 · Comments (10)

Starring.... Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless. Thank God I don't own a gun; it would have been the end of my TV.... [Full Story]

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Football Tom Is Back

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 27, 2004

Props to my buddy Tom Shaller who took time away from watching the Democratic National Convention to guest post (just kidding Tom). TPG will be running a four part series covering Tom's outlook on the upcoming NFL season. Since he decided that I must be Mojo Jojo, I can only... [Full Story]

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July 26, 2004

Brawl In Beantown

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 26, 2004 · Comments (1)

Baseball again proved on Saturday that its players can't fight. Aside from Varitek's sore wrist, the biggest injuries from the Yankees - Red Sox brawl were facial scratches. There were also several unconfirmed reports of chipped nails and rampant use of the "b" word. Lou Piniella and Carlton Fisk must... [Full Story]

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Lance Armstrong Among The Giants Of Sports

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 26, 2004

I have to admit that growing up in America determined that I would not be the biggest cycling fan in the world. Going to grad school at Indiana University certainly helped and unlike the character Dave Stoller in the movie Breaking Away, I did study there (sometimes) and I am... [Full Story]

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Awful weekend

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 26, 2004

What a crappy weekend for Cubs fans. The relative euphoria of Friday’s Kerry Wood-fueled 5-1 win over the Phillies faded quickly as fundamental shortcomings reared up and cheesed all over the Northside Nine on Saturday. Then came Sunday’s game, in which the Cubs were no hit for eight innings before... [Full Story]

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July 25, 2004

Listen Up, Chiefs' Fans

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 25, 2004

Bob Gretz has a nice article about how the Chiefs can significantly improve despite not making a significant Free Agent signing in the offseason. He profiles Jimmy Wilkerson, Julian Battle, Jordan Black and Brett Williams, and Eric Downing. Makes good sense to me. The most interesting aspect, though, is if... [Full Story]

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Ricky Williams Retires

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 25, 2004 · Comments (4)

Cross-post fromOTB ESPN - Report: Ricky Williams to retire after 5 seasons Miami Dolphins running back Ricky Williams has told the team he plans to retire after just five NFL seasons, The Miami Herald reported on its Web site early Sunday morning. "He wants to get on with his life,... [Full Story]

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July 24, 2004

"Fix Wrigley"

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 24, 2004

Wrigley Field is falling apart and Mayor Richard Daley is accusing the Cubs' owner, the Tribune Company of covering it up. "Daley: Fix Wrigley, or I'll Shut it Down" [via The Bemusement Park]... [Full Story]

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July 23, 2004

Random Thoughts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 23, 2004

Thoughts going into this weekend’s three-game set with the Philadelphia Phillies: • Two convincing wins over the Reds (at least once convincing, I guess) don’t make up for the humiliations against St. Louis. They do, however, put the Cubs back on track for the wild card race. I won’t make... [Full Story]

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July 22, 2004

Husband Accuses Jones

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 22, 2004

Marion Jones' ex-husband claims he injected performance-enhancing drugs into the track star and saw her inject herself. "Jones' Ex-Husband Claims She Used Drugs"... [Full Story]

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Grey Hats

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 22, 2004 · Comments (1)

Blue Jays manager Carlos Tosca tempts fate with the raising of his right arm, and the camera shifts to a close up of reliever Terry Adams trotting in from the bull pen. As if on cue, from the seat on the couch next to me, my dad mutters two words... [Full Story]

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AFC West Preview

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 22, 2004

After going through several preseason magazines and digesting the various judicious guesses and educated opinions found therein, I offer you the following personal pre-training camp, pre-season guide to the AFC West. In order of predicted finish: Kansas City: 11-5 How it could go good: As scary as it sounds to... [Full Story]

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Around The NBA

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 22, 2004

The Knicks Dampier situation seems dead in the water. So Isiah Thomas is trying again to get Jamal Crawford. Scottie Pippen would also go to the Knicks since he doesn't know when to retire. Around The Association: Sheed resigned with Detroit for 5 years $57 million. I've said it before,... [Full Story]

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Buh Bye Eddie

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 22, 2004 · Comments (4)

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July 21, 2004

Brutal performance

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 21, 2004

Collapse. There is no better word to describe the Cubs’ play in the recent two-game series against the Cardinals. The Cubs lost every aspect of the series. The Cardinals hit better, pitched better and, worst of all, were simply better people than the Cubs. I’m willing, with just a bit... [Full Story]

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July 20, 2004

Someone Cure My Vinsanity

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 20, 2004

Vince, I want to like you. I defend you in T-Mac comparisons, and I say you have the ability to be great. I sat through three seasons of you grimacing hoping that would happen. But honestly, now I just hope you get traded. Who are you to complain Vince? You... [Full Story]

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July 19, 2004

Kobe Bryant Interview On ESPN

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 19, 2004

I watched the ESPN Sunday Conversations last night and became further convinced of two things: I am big Shaq fan and I am not a big fan of Kobe Bryant. Shaq has me rolling every time he is interviewed but, make no mistake, he is not a clown. The man's... [Full Story]

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Determination: See Todd Hamilton

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 19, 2004

The dictionary definition should have a picture of Todd Hamilton next to it. He had tried 8 times over 17 years to make the PGA tour and just got his tour card. Hamilton has been playing on the Asia tour for years to support his family, keeping his game and... [Full Story]

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July 18, 2004

Teams Copying Packers

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 18, 2004 · Comments (1)

NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue told reporters the Green Bay Packers are what other teams are trying to emulate. So, people are looking at Green Bay and saying, "What's the formula they're using over there?" And now with the new stadium, with the fan service they have, I know for a... [Full Story]

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July 16, 2004

The Real Challenge

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 16, 2004 · Comments (1)

Forget the other cyclists, Lance Armstrong's biggest test in the Tour de France is putting up with all those who think he's cheating. Armstrong claims a French reporter tried to break into his hotel room, and former Tour champion, Gregg Lemond told a French newspaper he thinks Armstrong is using... [Full Story]

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Kobe Gets His Cash

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 16, 2004

Bryant signs with LA, and I don't mean the Clippers. For staying with the Lakers, Kobe will get $130 million for the next seven years. Of course that assumes he's not in jail being the girlfriend to another guy nicknamed "Diesel." "Kobe Remains with Lakers"... [Full Story]

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July 15, 2004

Eye Catching!

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 15, 2004 · Comments (5)

What story caught your eye these past few days? Is it... Shaq leaving LA for Miami? Kobe's upcoming announcements? Will he go to the Lakers, Clippers or some other team. Will he be found guilty, not guilty or pay the chick off. Randy Johnson trade rumors? Marion Jones not qualifying... [Full Story]

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2004 Bills Lack Stability

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 15, 2004

This is my first piece in a series of off-season reviews of the Buffalo Bills. I start with an analysis of the last two seasons and how they impact the upcoming one. The last two seasons for the Buffalo Bills could not have been more different or more lopsided. In... [Full Story]

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July 14, 2004

Robert Smith Sighting

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 14, 2004

The ex-Viking running back who retired in the prime of his career is putting out a book. In it he complains about the over-importance of athletes in society and the reason why he left the game. "Robert Smith Resurfaces: Ex-Running Back Tells His Story"... [Full Story]

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The Gunther Project, Rebuttal

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 14, 2004 · Comments (5)

Tom and I sorta mixed it up last week. I hope/think we've both retreated from offensive stances enough that we can have a good discussion. In any case, my apologies for overreacting, Tom. I do get touchy sometimes. Let me start off explaining where I come from. I am a... [Full Story]

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July 13, 2004

What's Danny Up To Next?

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 13, 2004

Priority one this offseason was to re-sign Mark Blount. Nobody – and I mean nobody – thought that it could happen. So when Ainge was able to convince Mark to stay, the free agent period of the offseason was off to a great start. Since then, however, it’s been one... [Full Story]

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July 12, 2004

Next Wave - Sign and Trades

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 12, 2004

Now that the big money has been mostly wasted on guys like Foyle and Turkoglu, the majority of teams have only their Mid-Level Exceptions left. Furthermore, teams can sign their own free agents for more money than other teams can. Agents want to maximize their client's earnings while often times... [Full Story]

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The 3 N's: Nuggets Nets Negotiations

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 12, 2004

Most of us were relaxing yesterday, doing our Sunday thing. The Nuggets and Nets were busy at work trying to put together a sign and trade deal for Kenyon Martin. That's the NBA, working overtime to give the love. According to reports, the Nets want Nene in the deal and... [Full Story]

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July 11, 2004

Shaq to Miami

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 11, 2004 · Comments (1)

If this report is true the best one-two punch in the NBA will be Shaquille O'Neal and Dwayne Wade. And will Pat Riley coach again? ESPN.com's Marc Stein writes that only Kobe Bryant can't stop the trade. "Disgruntled superstar O'Neal Headed to Heat: Report"... [Full Story]

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Up and Down and Up and Down

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 11, 2004

Bummer of a loss Thursday night by our Amazin's. For those who didn't see it, Bobby Abreu took John Franco's second pitch and knocked it out of Citizen's Bank Park for a winning walk-off home run. That was the 10th walk-off home run Franco's given up, tops for any pitcher... [Full Story]

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July 10, 2004

Pacers Deny Talks regarding Shaq

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 10, 2004

The LA Times reported on Friday that Indiana was one of the teams pushing hard for a trade involving Shaq. Donnie Walsh made sure the next day's Indianapolis Star ... [Full Story]

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July 9, 2004

Give Me Five

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 9, 2004

As I wrote about in a Quick Link the other day, the National Association of Basketball Coaches recently proposed to the NCAA that players be allowed a fifth year of eligibility. Evidently, the NCAA is taking the recommendation seriously, as president Myles Brand had nothing but praise for the plan... [Full Story]

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Yes, another Yankee!!

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 9, 2004

Sean Casey, a firstbaseman goes down, and is replaced by a catcher. Baseball makes Jason Kendall, a catcher, one of the five people eligible to be voted in using the Ameriquest All-Star Final Vote. Jason Kendall is not the catcher used to replace Sean Casey though. Instead, it is Paul... [Full Story]

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Boozer-Gate

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 9, 2004 · Comments (1)

Living in Chicago, this is a bit off my radar, but as a native Clevelandite I just couldn't let the following story go: Carlos Boozer and the Utah Jazz have agreed on a six-year, $68 million offer sheet, ESPN's David Aldridge reports. Now, save the fact that the Jazz drastically... [Full Story]

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July 8, 2004

Reynolds is a Colt

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 8, 2004

The Packers finally gave up on former first round draft pick Jamal Reynolds by trading him to the Colts for a future draft pick. "Reynolds Never Got off the Ground in Green Bay"... [Full Story]

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Kansas City Chiefs: The Gunther Project

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 8, 2004 · Comments (5)

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July 7, 2004

Chmura Wants to Do Radio

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 7, 2004 · Comments (1)

Mark Chmura, an ex-Packer aquitted of sexual assault charges in 2001 is in talks with a Milwaukee radio station to be a part of Sunday football show. "Former Packers Tight End in Talks with Milwaukee Radio"... [Full Story]

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Chiefs 2004: Comments and Guesses

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 7, 2004 · Comments (6)

If you've followed the Chiefs' offseason much at all, you've heard The Question, to wit: (how) can the Chiefs be any better on defense when their only significant addition was Gunther Cunningham?... [Full Story]

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Kobe's Choice

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 7, 2004

In ten or 15 years, when Kobe Bryant’s NBA career is over, his legacy won’t be defined by the three titles he won with the Los Angeles Lakers, his upcoming rape trial or his persistent bickering with Shaquille O’Neal. Instead, Kobe will be remembered for what he does in his... [Full Story]

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July 6, 2004

K Corralled

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 6, 2004

It all happened over a holiday weekend, so I wasn't able to write about it as I would have liked, but I guess you all know by now that Coach Mike Krzyzewski decided to spurn the Lakers and stay at Duke. Did you catch that story? If you looked hard... [Full Story]

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July 5, 2004

Lakers

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 5, 2004

Honestly, how much does ESPN think we care about the Lakers? 13 games in the majors tonight and 30 minutes of SportsCenter is dedicated to Coach K, Kobe, and the rest of the Lakers. Tell me when they hire a coach, tell me who signs Kobe, and tell me if... [Full Story]

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Krzyzewski to Stay at Duke

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 5, 2004

Cross-post from OTB AP/WaPo -- Krzyzewski to Stay at Duke Mike Krzyzewski is staying at Duke, ending talks with the Los Angeles Lakers about becoming their coach. Krzyzewski scheduled an afternoon news conference on campus, the school said Monday. Krzyzewski, who has led Duke to three national titles in his... [Full Story]

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July 4, 2004

The PC Police Have Invaded Langley Speedway

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 4, 2004

Another sign political correctness in America has gone too far. Story reprinted from WorldNetDaily Patriotic rage is being fueled this holiday weekend near the nation's birthplace after a local NASCAR racetrack in Virginia has banned the flying of flags in the track infield, prompting at least eight employees to quit... [Full Story]

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July 2, 2004

Ray Lewis

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 2, 2004 · Comments (1)

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Scrimmage Sales

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 2, 2004

You know you have rabid fans when 30,000 of them are willing to shell out $8 to watch a glorified practice. We Packers fans are a strange lot. "Ticket Sales for Scrimmage Top 33,000"... [Full Story]

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July 1, 2004

Coach K to the Lakers?

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 1, 2004

The Associated Press reports that: The Los Angeles Lakers are in "serious discussions'' with Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski about their coaching vacancy. Krzyzewski, a Hall of Fame coach, has led the Blue Devils to three national championships in almost a quarter-century at the school. He informed school officials that the... [Full Story]

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Bronczilla's Power Rankings v. 2.0

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 1, 2004 · Comments (2)

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Hey Hurricanes! Hokies, Hi!

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: July 1, 2004

The ACC welcomes The University of Miami and Virginia Tech into the conference today. The much debated conference expansion is now official, with the conference now having eleven teams. Next summer, Boston College will also join, bringing the number to twelve. I haven't written much about the expansion here, mostly... [Full Story]

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