http://sportsblogs.org Sports Blogs Daily Entries en-us All's been quiet on the Ray Allen front, but apparently, that doesn't mean that Danny Ainge hasn't been looking at other opportunities to shake things up and improve Boston's bench. According to Chris Broussard from ESPN's TrueHoop blog, the Celtics and Bobcats have had some recent discussions. What should we do next? Well, since you’ve made it to the end of this post, you might be interested in these related articles and resources. ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322583&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:33:30 OPEN GDF SUEZ Paris-FRA February 8-14, 2010 $700,000/Premier Hard/Indoors http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322582&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:11:00 Almost 1,000 mourners filled St. John The Evangelist Catholic church Tuesday morning for the funeral of Brendan Burke, son of Maple Leafs general manager Brian Burke. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322564&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:22:00 CANTON, Mass. - Brendan Burke, the son of Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brian Burke and an advocate for gay rights, has been remembered at a funeral mass http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322565&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:20:00 According to the Pittsburgh Post Gazette's Dave Molinari, the Penguins have submitted a bid to host the 2011 NHL All-Star Game at the Consol Energy Center. The team has also submitted a bid to host the NCAA's Frozen Four Championship in either 2013 or 2014. Here is Molinari's report: The Penguins have submitted a bid to the National Hockey League to have the 2011 All-Star game played a... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322566&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:17:00 For up-to-the-second mini updates between blogs follow me on Twitter by clicking HERE Hard to get off the phone today. Things are once again in acceleration mode as we steam towards Friday's 3pm trade freeze. Quick Hits. Random Rumors from sources...then back to the phones. * The Rangers and Panthers are talking and it sounds like a mega deal. Right now the rumor isn't attached to any... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322567&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:15:00 NEW YORK - A record six teams will open the 2010-11 NHL regular season with games in Europe, the league and NHL Players' Association announced Tuesday http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322568&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:10:00 The Canadian Olympic men's hockey management team should know later Tuesday whether Anaheim Ducks centre Ryan Getzlaf will play next week in Vancouver or not. Getzlaf sprained his left ankle on Monday night in Anaheim's 4-2 win over the Los Angeles Kings. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322569&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:06:00 A record six teams will open the 2010-11 NHL regular season with games in Europe, the league and NHL Players' Association announced Tuesday. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322570&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:06:00 BOSTON, MA - The first ever Boston Bruins Marathon Team will participate in the 114th Boston Marathon on Monday, April 19 to raise money for the Boston Bruins Foundation. There are currently 15 members of the Boston Bruins Marathon Team including ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322571&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:00:00 New York Rangers star Marian Gaborik left practice Tuesday after being cut on the right knee by goalie Henrik Lundqvist's skate. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322555&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:34:00 Hockey Den: The Premier Hockey Card and Memorabilia Destination Visit us at www.hockeyden.net for the UD Series One box break! Watch and win a prize pack from the break! __________________________________________________________________________________ I don’t completely understand why I felt compelled to check out The Toronto Sun's coverage of the Brendan Burke funeral today. Wa... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322556&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:31:00 It's been a whirlwind year for Colorado Avalanche rookie Brandon Yip(notes). http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322557&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:18:00 A record six teams will open the 2010-11 NHL regular season with games in Europe, the league and NHL Players' Association announced Tuesday. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322558&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:09:00 The funeral for Brendan Burke, son of the Toronto Maple Leafs general manager, Brian Burke, took place in Canton, Mass., Tuesday. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322559&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:02:00 Ryan Getzlaf says he’s feeling much better after spraining his left ankle during the second period of Anaheim's game against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322560&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:49:00 What a difference a year makes.... Last year, the Colorado Avalanche flopped big time to a 32-45-5 record, good for 69 points, last in the West and the third overall pick. Last year, the Avs had two 20 goal scorers, Milan Hejduk and Ryan Smyth. In the goaltending department, the Avs had two backups putting up backup numbers in Peter Budaj (2.86 GAA .899 SV%) and Andrew Raycroft (3.14, .892)... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322561&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:40:00 Getzlaf One day after Ryan Getzlaf suffered an injury to his left ankle, the center said he is hopeful that he can make a quick recovery. "I feel a lot bet... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322562&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:40:00 For all of those who panicked when they saw the headline/tweet of Gaborik leaves practice early favoring his right leg after jumping over Henrik Lundqvist in practice, resume normal breathing. Steve Zipay and others are reporting that Lundqvist's skate hit Gaborik's knee, resulting in a laceration that required stitches and that there was no indication of a groin or knee issue. He was not hos... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322563&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:28:00 GREENBURGH, N.Y. - Marian Gaborik limped off the ice Tuesday after the New York Rangers' leading scorer was cut on the right knee by the ice skate of goalie Henrik Lundqvist in a collision during practice http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322552&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:20:00 The Quebec Major Junior Hockey League has suspended Val-d'Or Foreurs defenceman Marco Scandella 15 games for hitting an opponent in the head. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322553&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:10:00 Marian Gaborik limped off the ice Tuesday after the New York Rangers' leading scorer was cut on the right knee by the ice skate of goalie Henrik Lundqvist in a collision during practice. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322554&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:09:00 There is an intimate connection between Canada’s geography and environment and the characteristics of Canadian hockey players. The sorts of qualities it takes to face the rugged, mountainous climate of our land or pioneer praire farms is mirrored by those our players bring to the game – passion, toughness, allegiance to team, and most of all, humility. This stands in sometimes stark... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322551&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:00:37 It's not often that http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322550&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:49:00 With less than a week left before the Olympic Break, I’m shifting my Avalanche coverage to individual player profiles. Even in Denver, many of these Avalanche players are unknown for two main reasons. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322549&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:08:49 Desperation can be extremely embarrassing. From Scott Boras’ favorite newspaper, the Detroit Free Press: If Steve Yzerman wasn’t busy running Team Canada for the Olympics, perhaps he could help persuade free agent Johnny Damon to sign with the Tigers despite a lower offer than he’d like. Damon has rooted for the Red Wings for years. He started doing [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322548&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:30:54 By: Jess Lander, YawkeyTalkies Editor This is just a little fake letter to poke fun at the person who bought A-Rod’s 500th home run ball at an auction. Dear You Just Wasted So Much Money, You just spent $1... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322547&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:46:40 The Dominican Republic, which was represented by Escogido, won the Caribbean Series 2010. They went 5-1 in the 4 team double round robin tournament against the winners of the Mexican, Venezuelan, and Puerto Rican winter leagues.The Dominican Winter Baseball League has the story here, but this is in Spanish. Or see it in English at the MLB Winter league site here. There are also a few other http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322546&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:29:00 People may be wondering, "Now that football season is officially over, what are you going to write about?"  No worries, I will continue posting even though it is the off-season.  I've actu... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322545&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:05:00 As the world descends onto Vancouver for the 2010 Winter Olympics, all eyes in the sporting world are focusing on the marquee event — men’s ice hockey. Since allowing NHL players to participate in the 1998 Nagano games, Olympic ice hockey has truly become a spectacle. The world’s greatest players are divvied up by nationality, thrown [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322544&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:34:48 Watch highlights of Sporting Lisbon - Benfica GOALS: 0-1 08` David RED CARD 08` Joao Pereira 0-2 29` Ramires 1-2 36` Liedson 1-3 67` Luisao 1-4 90` Cardozo for more highlights and football videos visit supergoller.blogspot.com http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322538&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:20:22 Watch highlights of Fulham - Burnley GOALS: 1-0 23` Murphy 2-0 31` Elm 3-0 54` Zamora for more highlights and football videos visit supergoller.blogspot.com http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322539&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:02:09 Watch highlights of Manchester City - Bolton GOALS: 1-0 30` Tevez [pen] 2-0 73` Adebayor for more highlights and football videos visit supergoller.blogspot.com http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322540&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:46:00 Watch highlights of Wigan Athletic - Stoke City GOALS: 1-0 14` Scharner 1-1 74` Tuncay Sanli for more highlights and football videos visit supergoller.blogspot.com http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322541&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:43:18 Watch highlights of Portsmouth - Sunderland GOALS: RED CARD 09` Rocha 0-1 12` Bent [pen] RED CARD 54` Cattermole RED CARD 87` Meyler 1-1 90` Dindane for more highlights and football videos visit supergoller.blogspot.com http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322542&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:45:20 Watch highlights of Werder Bremen - Hoffenheim GOALS: 1-0 27` Naldo 1-1 73` Tagoe 2-1 75` Almeida for more highlights and football videos visit supergoller.blogspot.com http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322543&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:58:45 This prospect series is going to be a bit different from your normal, everyday prospect listing. I went over earlier about the projections I’m going to be posting up, and now you’ll see exactly what I mean in action. This series is going to break down the top seven hitting prospects the Marlins have, and ranking them [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322537&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:35:10 I was reminded of the inf... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322536&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:44:00 It is so sad that the Aints are the best the NFL has to offer LOL Later Greg http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322535&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:16:35 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322534&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:09:45 Where does the 23-year-old's club future lie? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322533&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:36:22 Jay Glazer of Fox Sports is reporting that former Denver Broncos linebacker Bill Romanowski is i... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322532&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:51:00 Manchester City hosted Bolton Wanderers on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 in the English Premier League with a chance to move up to 5th place and level on points with 4th place Liverpool. Bolton, on the other hand, need points as the are in a relegation fight at the bottom of the table. They have shown [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322530&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:43:10 The Johnstone’s Paint Trophy aka Football League Trophy finished the semifinal round on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 with the second legs. One of these included Leeds United traveling to face Carlisle United. Carlisle had a 2-1 lead heading into the second leg but Leeds have shown their ability to win matches on the road (in [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322531&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:19:11 A little over three weeks ago the Texas Longhorns were flying high as the top college basketball team in the country at 17-0. Texas had beaten Texas A&M, Michigan State and UNC, but those wins were in the great state of Texas. Things aren’t looking as good these days for Rick Barnes and [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322529&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:34:56 As we alluded to yesterday, and with his successful passing through waivers, Mark Parrish has been signed by the Tampa Bay Lightning to a one year, two-way contract and officially assigned to the Norfolk Admirals (where he had been playin... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322528&src=rss 2010-02-09T21:31:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322527&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:23:47 Off the Top:The city of New Orleans is set to have it's victory parade and it should be one of the most entertaining events in their history. If you've got a heart you feel great for the city and the franchise. It's a teriffic story.I'm concerned about the Michael Vick rumors that are swirling right here in St. Louis. From what I hear, Dan Dierdorf was on local radio in favor of the Rams taking a http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322526&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:10:00 Darnell Gant is supposedly a great shooter. From what I’ve heard, the guy absolutely strokes it in practice, knocking down 15-to-18-footers like a LaMarcus Aldridge wannabe. The problem is, those abilities don’t necessarily transfer over on gamedays. So instead of seeing this wonderful shooter that excels in practice, the world is exposed to a version of [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322525&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:07:51 This amazing looking girl is 19 year old Ar... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322523&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:15:00 Things are starting to sound a ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322524&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:07:00 Here is who will be doing all the play by play and all the hockey coverage at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver for TSN and NBC. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322520&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:45:01 A record six teams will be opening next season in three different European cities. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322521&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:40:00 After completing a 2-1-1 homestand – their last before the Olympics – the Predators head to ‘Snow Country’ to start a four-game road trip. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322522&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:26:47 By Jake McCormick This is the second piece in a series grading the offseason moves of each American and National League predicted divisional contenders. Each grade was deter... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322519&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:59:58 DODGERS ANNOUNCE 2010 SPRING TRAINING BROADCAST SCHEDULE PRIM... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322518&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:00:00 I swear we're going to have new posts up at some point ... just as soon as this damn snow stops burying my cars, taking away my electricity and basically making daily life a gigantic pain in the ass. In the meantime, know that ESPN just launched registration for their robust yet free 2010 leagues. That's two down, one to go. What are you waiting for, Yahoo? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322517&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:25:26 Some good news on the Brandon Lyon front, seeing as how he'll be getting $5m this year. This time it's McTaggart saying that Lyon had a small cyst in his shoulder drained today. Footer follows up with a note: (Doctors) believe draining cyst will alleviate weakness in shoulder. He's been throwing without discomfort since the cyst was draine... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322515&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:29:00 Alyson Footer is reporting that Jose Vallejo, who came over from Texas in the Pudge trade, will be out for most of 2010. He'll have surgery on Wednesday to repair tendons in his 4th/5th fingers, that he injured when his hand ran over a knife blade he was using to cut meat DURING CHRISTMAS. A couple of things: my wife is the one who does the cook... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322516&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:24:00 News: According to the National Post, Raptors C Andrea Bargnani was able to practice fully Tuesday after undergoing a light work out Monday due to a sore ankle. He is expected to play Wednesday against Philadelphia. [...] Read more Andrea Bargnani news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322500&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:14:12 News: According to the National Post, Raptors F Reggie Evans (foot) is expected to return to action Wednesday against Philadelphia. He has yet to play a game this season. [...] Read more Reggie Evan... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322501&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:14:12 News: Trail Blazers G Rudy Fernandez has been held to single digits in four of his last seven games. He is averaging 8.8 points with 3.3 assists and 2.3 rebounds in four February games. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322502&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:14:12 News: According to the San Francisco Chronicle, Monta Ellis is not overly concerned with the knee injury he suffered in Monday's game against Dallas. Ellis appeared to be in a lot of pain, rolling around after he sprained kne... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322503&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:14:12 News: According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Nets G Devin Harris (shoulder) has been ruled out for Tuesday night's game in Cleveland. Harris had said ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322504&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:14:12 Devin Harris (sprained AC joint) will not play on Tuesday night, as expected. We wo... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322505&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:14:12 Dooling will get the nod to start with Dev... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322506&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:14:10 Iverson will miss at least two more games because of the lingering illness of one of his children, the Associated Press reports. [...] Read more Allen Iverson news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322507&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:14:10 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322508&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:14:01 According to Bill Ladson of MLB.com, the Nationals are a finalist for Chien-Ming Wang. Our View: This would gibe with Washington's other aggressive moves this offseason. If they are willing to give Wang more money than anyone else, they just might land him. Stay tuned. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322509&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:12:01 Wathier has been called up from Texas of the AHL. [...] Read more Francis Wathier news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322510&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:09:18 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322511&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:07:14 Harris (shoulder) will likely sit out Tuesday night against the Cavs, the Bergen Record reports. [...] Read more Devin Harris news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322512&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:07:12 With domineering coach http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322513&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:07:02 Aaron Wilson, of the Carroll County Times, reports Baltimore Ravens TE Quinn Sypniewski (knee) underwent a relatively minor surgery on his left knee. Read more Quinn Sypniewski news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322514&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:05:01 IBF super middleweight titlist Lucian “Mister KO” Bute is scheduled to fight Edison Miranda on April 17 at the Bell Centre in the champ’s adopted hometown of Montreal. “It will certainly be a pleasure for me to box again at the Bell Centre and to defend my title for the fifth time in front of my fans,” said Bute, 29, a native of Romania who has long resided in Canada’s second-largest city. “I am taking Miranda very seriously. He demolished ma... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322499&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:18:54 So the lineup has been set for the 2nd All-Star H.O.R.S.E competition with Kevin Durant defending his title against Omri Casppi of the Kings and 1st time All-Star Rajon Rondo from the Celtics. I don't get it. Aside from Durant's ridiculous shot-making ability what about these contestants scream HORSE champion? Casspi's marketable, First Israelian-born NBA player, I get that. Rondo, well he has his headband. Half of the game of HORSE is about trashtalking, one-upmanship and some creat... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322498&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:40:26 I just got the face lift on my account ye... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322496&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:44:00 I can't tell you much about it. My f... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322497&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:15:00 Hello Raysprospect readers, you may have seen my name posted here and there on the blog but never knew how I was in the picture. My name is Jake Larsen and I will be writing here throughout the year about the Bowling Green Hot Rods and regarding prospects of note or people I think Rays fans should begin to learn about. Some people may recognize me from my stints at DRays Bay or "RaysTalk" or http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322495&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:36:00 Erin Andrews' scumbag stalker Michael David Barrett (who currently lives at 107 WHITE BIRCH LN, Westmont IL 60559) ran background checks on over 30 other women, including other female sports... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322493&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:44:00 WFAN, which fell to a 2.7 Arbitron rating with a 1,783,200 cume in December, has fallen to its lowest level in years during the Holiday season. WFAN NY 660 AM slipped to a 2.5, 1,644,600 during the... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322494&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:59:00 (Ackerman After - Rich Before) Liberace? This has Regis written all over it. Return to Bob's Blitz homepage. Bob's Blitz Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322492&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:05:00 Coach Steve Addazio can be credited for the nation’s top recruiting class of 2010. Addazio and the rest of the Gator staff brought in 28 recruits including four 5-star prospects. This recruiting class was reported as possibly the best in… http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322491&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:51:08  Sammy Solis – San Diego – 6-5, 228, L/... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322490&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:41:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322488&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:20:00 Since signing a 4 year/$40 million dolla... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322489&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:44:00 I had to chance to exchange e-mails with Seth Stohs of the great site: www.sethspeaks.net in regards to the Mets most recent waiver claim Jason Pridie. Seth is releasing a Twins Prospect Handbook very shortly, he puts a lot of effort into his coverage of the Twins minor leagues and does a fantastic job. Here [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322487&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:40:03 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322485&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:14:10 NFL superstar Reggie Bush and adidas teamed up to create a custom designed shoe on miadidas.com to help deliver much needed aid to the people of Haiti.  The Reggie Bush Help Haiti shoe, an adiZero Ace 2 running shoe personally customized by Bush, is inspired by the national colors of the Haitian flag [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322486&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:09:45 XLIV, where Reggie's Saints prepared to take the field against the Indianapolis Colts. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322484&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:24:46 Did anyone else hear the wheels fallin' off the UNC bus? After getting blown out by Duke (aka the gang who can't shoot straight), the Tar Heels continue a lost, dispirited season. Considering what's happen... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322482&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:43:00 Out of New Jersey: Rutgers is suspending Hall of Fame women's basketball coach C. Vivian Stringer for one game for misusing practice players. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322483&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:41:00 Thanks to a certain relative, three of us (by "us" I mean Agent X who files this report and owes me big time for getting her and two of her friends the freebie tix to this--Haagen Daz vanilla with almonds and strawberries is a start) were able to attend the full rehearsal of the Opening Cermeony. Can't really say much as the local Stasi are watching, and we are all sworn to secrecy. You all will just have to wait until Friday at 4:30 for it all to be revealed, but "Wow!," "Ooh!" and "Ouch!" p... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322481&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:53:00 The Mid-Atlantic is still digging out from the mile-high mountains of snow left behind courtesy of the Blizzard of 2010, with predictions of yet another foot on the way. The cancellation of all of our youth hockey activities gave Hockey Mom and boys plenty of time to try and keep up with the shoveling as the white stuff kept pouring endlessly from the sky. Unfortunately for some local hockey families, their activities will be cancelled indefinitely, as th... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322480&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:57:00 The Mets have claimed OF Jason Pridie off waivers.  To make room, they designated RHP Jack Egbert for assignment. Might as well buy those World Series tickets now. [[ Home || Twi... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322479&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:37:00 “Bong of the day” is where I feature a cool new smoking tool everyday. It is not always a bong though. It will include pipes, vaporizers, or whatever else you like to use as well as a link to where you can buy it (if it’s available). If you have a cool [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322476&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:45:08 Ok so this is the part where I am supposed to say that if you are under 18 years old, don’t watch this video… and then this is the part where you ignore me whether or not you are over 18 so I won’t even waste your time with that. This little video was [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322477&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:20:11 “Mary Jane Of The Moment” is a new feature where I will show you a new cute chick with weed every single day because who doesn’t love hot girls and weed? If you have a pic or you want to be featured here, email me at sportfiends@gmail.com or hit me up on twitter. WTF is [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322478&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:20:33 (Magic Johnson attempts a layup. Photo courtesy of the Associated Press) 2/09/1992 - Magic comes back at All-Star Game Three months after his shocking announcement that was infected with the AIDS virus, Magic Johnson plays in the NBA All-Star Game. Johnson h... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322475&src=rss 2010-02-09T20:55:39 The Bruins (24-22-11), fresh off their Super Sunday shutout of the Montreal Canadiens north of the border, return to native soil tonight at HSBC Arena in Buffalo to take on the division-leading Sabres (32-18-7). While everyone already knows of the recent struggles of our own hometown hockey team, the Sabres haven’t been much better as of [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322474&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:40:58 The Sixers loss at Minnesota back in January was one of the low points of the season. After the jump I'll peel off that scab to see what went wrong. Preview and game thread as well. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322473&src=rss 2010-02-09T22:30:01 Jason Isringhausen, the Cardinals all-time saves leader, wants to continue playing this season. In an interview with KSLG 1380-AM in St. Louis, Isringhausen said he is ready to play this year. He thinks he will have a home for the 2010 season, and is waiting for calls. He said the probability he would pitch again [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322472&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:06:26 It appears Bordeaux striker Marouane Chamakh has signed a pre-contract to join Arsenal before the start of next season. The news was broken yesterday by Sport.co.uk a website which, despite having its fair share of dodgy, provocative articles, tends to be spot on when it comes to transfer stuff. The quotes from the website are as follows: “Sport.co.uk [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322471&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:25:19 Yip get's some Ink Love this kid. Never took Tucker for a prankster. That seems odd. Keep up the good work Yipper. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322470&src=rss 2010-02-09T20:44:52 Via @TomCrean on Twitter: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322469&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:32:46 MLN Newswire - www.mlntherawfeed.com ...The New York Yankees have announced that Justin Turner has been hired as the new hitting coach for the Charleston RiverDogs.  Turner replaces Greg Colbrunn, who was promoted to team manager on Tuesday of this week. “I’m very excited to be working with the Yankees http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322468&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:46:45 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322467&src=rss 2010-02-09T23:00:30 Well, update 4 and 5 are a little late - Mike's auction excited me so much that I fell asleep :) Well, to be honest, I'm nursing a cold...not so much Mike's auction. Mike had a great run of players with C. Jones, Todd Helton, P. Polanco, Adam LaRoche and Russell Martin. In my opinion, he got his hand caught in the cookie jar a little bit with Corey Hart at $17. Hart filled out his outfield and left him with $15...I think that money would have been better left for other players. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322466&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:34:00 Well, update 4 and 5 are a little late - Mike's auction excited me so much that I fell asleep :) Well, to be honest, I'm nursing a cold...not so much Mike's auction. Mike had a great run of players with C. Jones, Todd Helton, P. Polanco, Adam LaRoche and Russell Martin. In my opinion, he got his hand caught in the cookie jar a little bit with Corey Hart at $17. Hart filled out his outfield and left him with $15...I think that money would have been better left for other players. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322458&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:34:00 Let’s consider Jermaine Dye. He hit 27 homers last year and played at least 137 games for the sixth consecutive season. But a GM who considered signing the 36-year-old tells Tom Verducci of SI.com that he backed off ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322459&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:30:00 The 2010 season figures to be a year of transition and development for the Toronto Blue Jays. It will be year one A.H. (After Halladay), and the Jays have little chance of contending with the baseball super powers in the Bronx, Boston and Tampa. Baseball Prospectus’ PECOTA pegs the current Toronto roster for a last-place [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322460&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:04:53 Chien-Ming Wang has received offers from two clubs and could sign soon, according to Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports. The Mets and Dodgers are not among the teams to offer Wang a contract. Rosenthal hears that the 29-year-old Wang would like to play for Joe... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322461&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:02:35 The Orioles have some interest in Jarrod Washburn, according to Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports. However, Morosi's source says that Scott Boras would have to lower his client's price "pretty far" for the Orioles to become serious bidders for Wash... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322462&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:49:22 I swear we're going to have new posts up at some point ... just as soon as this damn snow stops burying my cars, taking away my electricity and basically making daily life a gigantic pain in the ass. In the meantime, know that ESPN just launched registration for their robust yet free 2010 leagues. That's two down, one to go. What are you waiting for, Yahoo? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322463&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:25:26 Brandon Webb only made one start in 2009, sidelined with shoulder issues. But, he threw from a mound on Tuesday and the results seemed positive. PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks right-handed... To read the rest of this article, please visit Crooked Pitch... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322464&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:16:22 The Rockies are not likely to re-sign Joe Beimel or add Todd Wellemeyer. Beimel tells Troy Renck of the Denver ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322465&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:09:27 Eli Manning was on ESPN Radio 1050 with Michael Kay Monday discussing the disappointment of watching his brother Peyton and the Indianapolis Colts lose the Super Bowl Sunday. Listen to the full interview here. Eli had some... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322457&src=rss 2010-02-09T21:40:16 Mike’s Take: Three prominent Yankees – Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, and Joe Girardi – enter the 2010 season in the last year of their contracts, however GM Brian Cashman does not intend to change course and negotiate with any of the three during the season. “I don’t think you can separate one from the other,” [...] Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blog http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322455&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:30:35 When the Yankees tendered Sergio Mitre a contract for the 2010 season, they guaranteed him a 40-man roster spot. At the time it might not have seemed like a big deal. The team had just opened up two additional roster spots by trading Phil Coke, Ian Kennedy, and Austin Jackson for Curtis Granderson, so space [...] Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blog http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322456&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:30:55 Over at FanGraphs they’re having fun with the new splits, posting trend after trend. Buried under a few such posts, Matthew Carruth took a look at which pitchers saw more speed on their fastballs in 2009 over 2008, and which ones lost the most velocity. No Yankees made the gains list, but two made the [...] Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blog http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322454&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:30:48 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322453&src=rss 2010-02-09T22:00:29 Pitchers and catchers have yet to report to the Arizona Diamondbacks’ spring training facility in Tucson, but Brandon Webb’s 2010 work has already begun. Webb, who is coming off of right shoulder surgery, threw off a mound for the first time since going under the knife. From all accounts the session went well. “It was good [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322452&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:14:55 I must admit I was pretty excited when I rushed into the B&C newsroom with my big scoop: I would go get a free baseball-themed breakfast from a national restaurant chain.  Everybody was excite... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322451&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:23:20 In the last several weeks, pro golf has had seemingly a record volume of off-course trash talk.  From grooves to Tiger, the topics have been in stark contrast.  The players doing the trash talking have also been near opposites.  Two of the major instigators have been 60 year old legend Tom Watson and nearly 40 year old Phil Mickelson.  Both have repeatedly ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322450&src=rss 2010-02-09T22:35:29 My love of all things Do... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322449&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:34:00 Aside from an encounter with a boastful Yankees fan, the Florida Marlins enjoyed their tour of Iraq and Kuwait. The team's goodwill group visited U.S. troops, saw the Iran border and met Kuwaiti Little Leaguers. The Marlins traveled by military helicopter and by boat in the Persian Gulf. "It's the real deal over there with [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322444&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:45:12 Arizona ace Brandon Webb threw off the mound on Tuesday for the first time since undergoing right shoulder surgery. Webb said he was pleased with how he felt after throwing between 20 and 25 pitches in the Chase Field bullpen. Webb made one start last year, then underwent surgery on Aug. 4. The club exercised [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322445&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:15:16 Speedy outfielder Willy Taveras has been released by the Oakland Athletics, eight days after he was acquired from Cincinnati with infielder Adam Rosales for infielder Aaron Miles and a player to be named. Taveras had been designated for assignment immediately following the Feb. 1 trade. The Athletics owe his $4 million salary in the final [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322446&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:12:30 Left-hander Scott Schoeneweis has agreed to a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers and was invited to major league spring training. Schoeneweis would get an $800,000, one-year contract if added to the 40-man roster and would have the chance to earn $700,000 in performance bonuses under Tuesday's deal. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322447&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:06:24 Jacque Jones has returned to the Minnesota Twins, agreeing to a minor league contract. Jones began his major league career with Minnesota in 1999 before joining the Chicago Cubs in 2006. The outfielder's best season came in 2002, when he hit .300 with 27 homers and 85 RBIs while the Twins advanced to the AL [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322448&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:58:20 Something to read after you watch England’s World Cup 2010 away kit unveiled. By Kasabian’s lead singer. In Paris. Is it me or are England’s kit launches getting weirder and weirder? What the Premier League could learn from the NFL (Early Doors) Not everyone cares about John Terry’s private life (Reuters Soccer Blog) Diagnosing the Shakhtar Syndrome (Soccerlens) Dissing DB’s [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322443&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:30:40 Six teams will be starting their seasons with games in Europe for the 2010/11 season. The NHLPA announced today the following games: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322442&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:23:41 An interesting piece by Yahoo Sports’ Jason Cole today talking about the comparison between Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger and Colts QB Peyton Manning: At the risk of being a heretic (or worse, completely agreeing with good friend Dutch Wydo), there is a case to be made that Ben Roethlisberger is a better quarterback than Peyton Manning. Certainly [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322441&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:32:04 Defensive Tackle is thought to be one of the Vikings top offseason priorities because of the likelihood that Pat Williams will retire soon, and because Fred Evans and Jimmy Kennedy are both at the end of their contracts. However, just as I was starting to say to myself that Pat Williams would have announced his retirement [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322440&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:36:24 According to a list obtained by The Associated Press, there are 212 players who would be considered restricted free agents — instead of unrestricted — if there is no salary cap in 2010. There is at least one player from each of the NFL’s 32 teams on the list. Pro Bowl linebackers Elvis Dumervil of the [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322439&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:39:14 Sporting News has the latest on Panthers DE Julius Peppers, who says he’s not happy with the way the team is treating him right now, stating that the club has yet to even talk to him about any sort of long-term deal: Julius Peppers and the Panthers are still sitting in opposite corners with their arms [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322438&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:47:13 On April 17th, 2010 we would like to have a Mop Up Duty Meet Up. It is the first weekend home series of the season and the Jays will be playing the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at 1:05pm. We would love to see you there!  When it gets close to the actual game, we will [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322437&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:26:23 Allen Iverson will miss the Sixers' last two games before the All-Star break,  tonight vs. Minnesota and tomorrow in Toronto as he continues to deal with an illness to one of his daughters. Iverson is scheduled to return to the Sixers' lineup against Miami next Tuesday at the Wachovia Center. It remains unclear if Iverson will play in the All-Star game. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322436&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:28:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322435&src=rss 2010-02-09T22:00:25 Mark Parrish: Parrish signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Lightning on Tuesday, NHL.com reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322434&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:38:00 Jacque Jones: Jones signed a minor league deal, including an invitation to spring training, with the Twins on Tuesday, ESPN's Jerry Crasnick reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322433&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:18:00 You may have noticed that as of yet we've failed to address the departure of OKT and the arrival of Ville Leino. That is because, as is custom when a Flyer gets traded, we were in mourning for OKT's Flyers career, but we are now prepared to speak and have drafted this statement: If this Ville Leino escapade doesn't pay dividends, and all we did was give up one of our few draft picks for another low risk, no reward chump like Lukas Kaspar, Krys Kolanos, Jason Ward, Ossi Vaananen, or Glen Metro... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322431&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:00:49 I’m surprised nobody has brought this up. Check out the video at the 0:23 mark of the video: WTF is that? Since when does a hockey fight include body shots, let alone SEVEN of them? That’s some pretty weak sauce right there. Decision: Carcillo, by virtue a Bryce Salvdore disqualification. +++ Ronnybrook gets mail at: ronnybrook.blog@gmail.com Twitter feed: @ronnybrook_blog http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322432&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:00:45 John Hollinger: Overrated: Joe Dumars "Let's look ourselves in the mirror, fellow media members: We've all given the guy a free pass because of his amazing run to six straight conference finals and blithely ignored the fact that he's screwed up a hundred ways from Tuesday since he decided to whack Flip Saunders after t... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322430&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:58:35 It is not exactly the Winter Classic? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322429&src=rss 2010-02-09T22:20:08 A Salt Lake City TV station is speculating that sources may be indicating that Utah could possibly be invited to join the PAC-10 at some point in the near future, and that Colorado might defect from the Big 12 as well. Again, this is pure speculation, but what else do we have to hold onto during the dead season between NSD and spring drills? Now... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322428&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:39:59 - - QPR REPORT Available on TWITTER! - For latest QPR news-related pieces and discussion, visit the growing QPR Report Messageboard. All QPR Perspectives genuinely welcomed! Or comment on any of the posts That's increasingly how it's beginning to look as QPR lost AGAIN 2-1 at home to Ipswich before a cro... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322427&src=rss 2010-02-09T21:55:00 As winter finally winds down and the date that pitchers and catchers report approaches quickly, let's take a look at some of the decisions facing the Pirates in camp this year. With Zach Duke, Paul Maholm, Ross Ohlendorf, and Charlie Morton all but assured spots in the Pirates' 2010 rotation, that only leaves one spot in the rotation for Kevin Hart and Dan McCutchen. With Octavio Dotel, Brendan Donnelly, and probably DJ Carrasco in the bullpen it's entirely possible that H... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322426&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:17:00 Mets Claim OF Justin Pridie Off Waivers From Twins Pridie had a rough first half in Triple-A Rochester but OPS-ed .811, .734, and .780 in the season's final three months. His defense is +60 in TotalZone over the past four seasons. To make room, the Mets DFA'd Jack Egbert. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322425&src=rss 2010-02-09T21:16:46 Brewers sign Scott Shoeneweis, invite to camp Minor league deal. Maybe Mulder's not going to happen. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322424&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:36:50 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322423&src=rss 2010-02-09T22:00:21 If you're really dogmatic about your rankings, here's the segment that will give you a ton to complain about... 15. Aaron King – LHP King is 20, he’s a left-handed starter, and he can reach 95 MPH with his fastball. He didn’t have gaudy strikeout numbers in low-A, and his mechanics ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322422&src=rss 2010-02-09T21:19:16 My last full day in San Diego was gloomy with rain. My first full day in Portland looks like this: Either people have been telling me lies my whole life or this is a wonderful example of why you should never judge a player by his debut. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322421&src=rss 2010-02-09T21:52:47 I wrote this yesterday morning but never got a chance to post it. So here ya go! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Hey check this out. It's the Monday after the Superbowl and I still am not really sure who won the game. I... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322420&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:30:15 ... that I'll be happy to throw an extra $20 into the pot if Teh Zuck gets stories from spring training like this one. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322419&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:59:00 Herm must read Gary Myers. He even mentioned getting a receiver! http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322418&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:39:39 In a conference call with reporters today, Keith Hernandez said Omar Minaya called him last week to, as he put it, ‘Get this whole ball rolling,’ so he could work with Daniel Muprhy on his defense at first base. He said he and Murphy also worked together yesterday, and he’s more than happy to work with [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322413&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:32:04 Ken Rosenthal of FoxSports.com believes free-agent RHP Chien-Ming Wang has been offered a contract from two teams. However, according to Rosenthal, “The Dodgers are lagging, and the Mets are further behind.” Rosenthal says Wang will make a decision within 7 to 10 days. …i have heard anywhere from 10 to 16 teams have watched wang pitch this winter, [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322414&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:13:04 Here is video of Keith Hernandez working with Daniel Murphy and Nick Evans in St. Lucie today: viewNode("a63379cd3ef86", {"width": 320, "height": 263, "player_profile": "link"}); …this is fascinating to me… keith is mic’d in the video, so you get to hear his instruction, and his offer to help more in the future… this is great to see… frankly, [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322415&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:00:59 With Ken Rosenthal reporting that http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322412&src=rss 2010-02-09T21:11:55 On Monday, a U.S. District court rejected the NCAA’s attempts to dismiss a class-action antitrust suit filed by former UCLA standout Ed O’Bannon. O’Bannon has long argued that accepting a college scholarship doesn’t waive an athlete’s rights to compensation when his or her likeness is used in commercials, video games or other merchandise. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322411&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:32:33 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322410&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:48:00 The administrators in charge of http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322409&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:39:00 PTT PATTAYA OPEN Pattaya City-THA February 8-14, 2010 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322408&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:02:00 By Press Release LAS VEGAS, NEV. (February 9, 2010) – ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322407&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:20:00 While the Yankees have implemented a strict policy regarding extensions – they do not offer them, instead, they wait until a contract expires before renegotiating – many have wondered why the club has not made at least one exception for the face of the franchise, Derek Jeter. However, George King of the NY Post, recently [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322406&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:35:05 Now that the football season is over, and there's nothing else to do, it seems the floodgates have opened on the Mets. The front office had to see this coming. Once the Super Bowl ended, what were people going to talk about? How good the Yankees are? Not likely. The bashing has come front and center today, with Joel Sherman of the NY Post and Mike Francesa of WFAN660 AM taking aim at the Mets. I http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322405&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:31:00 By: Joe Ballway, YawkeyTalkies Staff Writer When it comes to the Beanpot, Boston University is a different animal. Year after year, the Terriers seemingly find a way to win&... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322404&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:03:53 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322403&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:25:00 New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322402&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:30:00 Wow, there has been a bunch of different interviews and reveals from this one event. This time, ESPN.com has some info from Neven Dravinsky, the game’s producer, about the online camp system. This is something we’ll talk about more in-depth in the coming weeks, but the advent of Fight Camps is this really cool concept that online you can create these clans/guilds, and you’ll be abl... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322401&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:52:07 63DCDDU57FXJ Filed under: Sports http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322400&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:04:42 This is the fifth installment of player profiles for the six Blackhawks that will represent their nation at the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver. It’s now Patrick Kanes’ turn. Stay tuned for the final installment later this week, and feel free to comment below. Previous Olympic Profiles: Tomas Kopecky, Brent Seabrook, Marian Hossa and Jonathan [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322399&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:48:24 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322398&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:26:45 Afghanistan continue remarkable emergence as a cricketing nation with victory over Ireland http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322397&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:20:34 The O’s have announced that they have signed LHP Will Ohman to a minor league deal. Ohman will be competing for the role of situational lefthanded relief pitcher (ala Buddy Groom). Ohman, 32, was 1-0 with one save and a 5.84 ERA (12.1IP, 8ER) in 21 games for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2009 before [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322396&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:55:28 Skip Schumaker and the St. Louis Cardinals have avoided arbitration, agreeing to a $4.7 million, two-year contract on M... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322395&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:25:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322394&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:35:47 Photos: Ana Ivanovic SI Swimsuit 2010 Photo Shoot A few moments ago we shoed you some great photos of Ana Ivanovic´s behind the scenes photo shoot for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue… Now we have the photo Shoot itself… I bet all of you will enjoy it because Ana Ivanovic looks just beuatiful, very natural as always [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322393&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:33:47 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322390&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:56:00 This is the New Balance "Mardi Gras" Pack which is featured in the official colorways of the French Quarter. The pack has two 525's, one with a black base, the other white. Seems like a fitting way to take part in this moment in New Orleans history. "Who Dat" gonna go get them New Balance? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322391&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:24:00 I was a huge fan of the And 1 mix tapes back in the day. The moves that those guys were pulling off were sick. The first four or five mix tapes were just raw filth, and took streetball to a level it couldn't have imagined. Over the years And 1 brought in new innovative talent that elevated its brand year after year."The Professor" was one of many to come down the And 1 pipeline during its heyday http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322392&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:52:00 BY CARLOS ENRIQUE STACHE WRITER Now that we have acquired The Dragonslayer, Josh Fogg, to go along with our other candidates for the fifth starter, which includes Niese, Nieve, Misch and Figueroa, why not invite Kris Benson to spring training? We might as well bring back Kris and his beautiful wife Anna Benson. Yes the Anna Benson [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322389&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:55:00 The latest SI Swimsuit Issue is on ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322387&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:21:00 So as the Olympics approach and I get exc... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322388&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:57:00 ya this is a grate and informative blog, i really impressed it. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322385&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:51:01 * With three games to go before the much anticipated Olympic break, the Rangers know they are in a serious dogfight to make the playoffs. Coming off a resounding 3-1 victory over Ilya Kovalchuk and the New Jersey Devils, much of the same type of play with equal results are going to be required, in order [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322386&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:29:55 "It will be a great story," Daniels said, smiling, "if he wins 15 games." http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322384&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:31:19 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322382&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:03:38 By: David Kay Every week The Sports Bank’s resident NBA Draft and college basketball nerd, David Kay takes a look at whose draft stock is on the rise and whose is falling.  This week, David finds a new colleg... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322383&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:42:22 I was in the San Bernardino area last week and thought it would be great to visit Arrowhead Credit Union Park. Let me give you some quick facts. Arrowhead Credit Union Park Home of the Class A Inland Empire Sixty Sixers (66ers) Affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers 280 S E St San Bernardino, CA 92401-2009 (909) 888-9922 Capacity: 5,000 Year Opened: 1996 The parking gate was opened. I entered with my camera and decided to shoot awa... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322381&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:00 Every Monday (except this week, when news and posts bumped this to Tuesday), the FTR crew will review the biggest hockey news from the past week. -The Kovalchuk situation fired off a frenzy of a Twitter and blog frenzy, including a post here at FTR. What sources can fans trust? Mike: In this day and age, it seems like new flies from Twitter to blog to mainstream site almost instantly. That leaves a lot of people claiming to have "sources" when the... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322380&src=rss 2010-02-09T21:00:20 If someone had told me at the start of football season that I would be writing a goodbye ode to the NFL and college football, I would have laughed in their face. 17 Things I Already Miss About Football Season is a post from: Stiletto Sports http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322379&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:26:43 <p><a href="http://www.coveritlive.com/mobile.php/option=com_mobile/task=viewaltcast/altcast_code=cce7ace728" >University of Vermont Catamounts vs. Boston University Terriers</a></p> http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322378&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:00 The annual CHONE projected standings are out, and they say the Astros will go 73-89. That's not too bad, right? But one game behind the Pirates? With a $90m+ payroll? Apocalypse. If the Astros are behind the Pirates in September, I hope the Mayans screwed up and The Great Revealing is the weekend before the season ends. (There's a disclaimer, though: Standings based on current talent estimatio... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322377&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:23:00 News: According to The Denver Post, Nuggets F Chris Andersen missed practice Monday due to a knee issue. He is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against Dallas, however. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322372&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:33 News: According to The Denver Post, Chauncey Billups (ankle) is expected to play Tuesday night against Dallas. He is dealing spraine... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322373&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:33 News: According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, Allen Iverson will miss Tuesday... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322374&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:33 Tim Twentyman, of The Detroit News, reports the Detroit Lions have signed free-agent RB DeDe Dorsey (Bengals), according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. Read more DeDe Dorsey news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322375&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:06 Tim Twentyman, of The Detroit News, reports the Detroit Lions likely will sign a free-agent running back or select one in the 2010 NFL Draft even after they signed RB DeDe Dorsey. Read more De... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322376&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:06 Rockies general manager Dan O'Dowd said that the club has "no interest" in free agent right-hander Todd Wellemeyer, reports Jerry Crasnick of ESPN. [...] Read more Todd Wellemeyer news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322362&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:08:16 Updating a previous item, Adam McCalvy, of MLB.com, reports Milwaukee Brewers RP Scott Schoeneweis will make $800,000 if he makes the team's big league roster out of Spring Training. Read more Scott Schoeneweis news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322363&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:08:01 Allen Iverson will not play in the Sixers' next two games as he attends to his ill child. The earliest Iverson will return is Feb. 16 against the Heat. [...] Read more Allen Iverson news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322364&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:07:09 The Cubs and shortstop Ryan Theriot appear headed for an arbitration hearing, reports Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune. "I haven't spoken to his people for a while," said general manager Jim Hendry. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322365&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:04:19 Here is video of Keith Hernandez and Daniel Murphy working together in St. Lucie today:viewNode("a63379cd3ef86", {"width": 320, "height": 263, "player_profile": "link"}); http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322366&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:04:01 Lions signed RB DeDe Dorsey. The MVP of the UFL's inaugural championship game, Dorsey offers a similar package to change-of-pace back Aaron Brown. The Lions are expected to add a possible starter as well, so Dorsey may have to impress as a returner to nail down a roster spot behind Maurice Mo... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322367&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:01:08 Andrew Brunette has not practiced the past two days for the Wild because of a sore knee/ankle. However, he is expected to play in Wednesday's game against Phoenix according to coach Todd Richards. [...] Read more Andrew Brunette news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322368&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:49 Shane Hnidy should be considered questionable for Wednesday's contest due to an illness. He was absent from practice on Tuesday and coach Todd Richards is unsure of his status for Wednesday's game versus the Coyotes. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322369&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:49 News: According to The Denver Post, Nuggets G Arron Afflalo is dealing with a sprained left ankle. However, he was able to do some court work Monday -- against the wishes of the team's training staff -- and says he will be able to play Tuesday against Dallas. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322370&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:33 News: According to The Denver Post, Kenyon Martin did not practice Monday due to a knee issue. He is listed as probable for Tuesday night's game against Dallas, however. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322371&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:33 Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez would welcome any new investors into the club but remains to be convinced of their impending arrival. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322361&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:50:32 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322360&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:23:51 The news that Luis Aparicio has let the White Sox unretire his jersey, number 11, to let Omar Vizquel wear it in tribute called to mind the story of the Looie Curse, said to have been pronounced on the Sox by Aparicio in revenge for being traded to Baltimore in January 1963. I haven’t found many details about it, and it certainly never became Chicago legen... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322358&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:57:47 Veteran Nelson Figueroa and fast-rising rookie Pete Parise will be able to carry a little extra pride when they report to spring training camps within the next two weeks. The right-handers, both with Independent Baseball time on their resumes, were two of the four pitchers who made the Caribbean Series all-star team. Figueroa helped the Dominican Republic win the four-country competition with his complete-game, three-hit, eight-strikeout win over Mexico. Figueroa, who wor... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322359&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:34:27 Half Full: Shawn Bowman http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322357&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:31:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322356&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:56:09 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322354&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:45:16 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322355&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:49:26 I’m sure there’s not a lot that hasn’t already been said in the Bob Gainey saga which unfolded yesterday in Montreal. He’s stepping down as General Manager of the Canadiens, to be replaced by Pierre Gauthier. You know this. I just wrote it to fill up space. The question for me is, was it office politics that [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322352&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:53:32 Here's a clip of Boston College's Chris Kreider and his goal mentioned in the post below. Not sure Max Nicastro enjoys this one as much. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322353&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:21:00 With Denver Nuggets all-star forward Carmelo Anthony expected to return to the lineup tonight, attention now turns to the numerous other Nuggets who are also nursing injuries. Chauncey Billups, Nene, Kenyon Martin, Arron Afflalo, and J.R. Smith are all listed on the Nuggets’ injury report, but ironically, all are expected to suit up and play in [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322351&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:35:34 Each of the nine NASL teams has announced its 2010 home and away schedule. Participating teams will play a total of 30 league games. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322349&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:43:07 It seems like New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez had his eyes set on a MTV reality star. And no it wasn’t Snooki. Gatecrasher tells us: “Our snowbird spy says the quarterback had lots of ladies fawning over him at a Maxim bash at the Raleigh Hotel on Saturday, but Sanchez had eyes for only one [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322348&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:18:11 When you know you have a good weed song, it relaxes you for one..two, THERE IS NO WEED SONG without Devin the Dude. If you’re familiar with him, he’s known for surround his whole career around the good old Mary Jane…and last but not least, the upcoming lyricist from New Orleans..Curren$y “Da Hot Spitta” who [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322347&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:20:18 Rangers 2009 #1 pick Chris Kreider scored on a breakaway during last night's Beanpot championship game to help Boston College defeat Boston University 4-3. Story here. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322346&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:00:00 Seth Davis at CNNSI is stealing my opinions. Bastard! He suggests to Coach K the need to give more playing time to a couple of Duke freshmen. Here’s Seth Davis today: • If Coach K asked my advice (which he does all the time), I would tell him to force-feed freshmen Andre Dawkins and Mason Plumlee a [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322345&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:35:58 As the season progresses, the Warriors reach a new low. Never mind the nine consecutive losses, the playoffs have been out of the picture since November. Actually, most Warriors fans invite the losses in hopes it will improve the chances of scoring the number one draft pick and a franchise changer in John Wall. The Warriors actually played a decent third quarter and led 98-90 going into the fourth. Yes, it was disappointing to see the Warriors completely deflate in ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322344&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:10:00 Super Bowl XLIV may be over, but evaluating this year's commercials isn't. Over the past few years, the advertisments seemed somewhat waning leaving behind the glory days when such memorable ads as the Budweiser frogs appeared. There seemed to be... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322343&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:32:24 Late last season we took a poll and had some discussion regarding a meet-up during the 2010 season. Well, group ticket packages have gone on sale at Comerica Park, and I've officially set aside the funds to make the trip whether a meet-up happens or not, so I figured now would be as good a time a... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322342&src=rss 2010-02-09T20:20:36 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322341&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:39:16 Since I last left Mike, he has added three players to the roster: Marmol at $18, Pence at $21 and Ibanez at $20. Just as I logged on, Mike engaged in a little bidding war with Sherpa on Ted Lilly, and bought him for $15. As an aside, Hamels just went for $20. I have a hunch that is going to be a nice price. I would also note that it is a nice discount from the $36 I paid for him last year. In terms of strategy, the buying sprees for Sherpa, White and Melchio... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322340&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:44:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322339&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:58:17 The Mets claimed Jason Pridie off waivers from the Twins, according to a team press release. The move opens up room on the 40-man roster for recent acquisition http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322326&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:11:11 We’ve long held that fantasy sleepers obey the same laws that particles do in quantum physics: namely, that by the very act of identifying a “sleeper,” the observer affects the observed reality. After all, how can a player be a sleeper if nobody is sleeping? This year’s best candidate for non-sleeper sleeper is Brett Anderson, who [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322327&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:01:36 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322328&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:42 The Twins signed Jacque Jones to a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training, tweets ESPN.com's Jerry Crasnick. Jones, 35 in April, sat out last season after hitting poorly in 2008. He hit one homer and posted a .147/.239/.207 line for the Tigers an... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322329&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:59:07 Since I last left Mike, he has added three players to the roster: Marmol at $18, Pence at $21 and Ibanez at $20. Just as I logged on, Mike engaged in a little bidding war with Sherpa on Ted Lilly, and bought him for $15. As an aside, Hamels just went for $20. I have a hunch that is going to be a nice price. I would also note that it is a nice discount from the $36 I paid for him last year. In terms of strategy, the buying sprees for Sherpa, White and Melchior ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322330&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:44:00 The Brewers signed Scott Schoeneweis to a minor league deal with an invitation to Spring Training, tweets MLB.com's Adam McCalvy. The lefthander will earn $800K if he makes the Brewers' roster. The D'Backs, who http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322331&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:36:42 One recurring question regarding my 2010 fantasy baseball rankings is why do I have so and so above so and so if I say I like the second so and so better than the first so and so? Okay, so I’ve never received that exact question, because that’s massively confusing. Here’s a variation of the [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322332&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:00:37 The auction has moved into Round 4, and Mike is exercising considerable restraint. He bought one player (Randy Wells at $10), and it looks like he is waiting for more money to clear out of the room. Unfortunately, it won't be a cake walk to bargain players, as Sherpa, Fanball and Scott White at CBS are also playing the waiting game with him. Hanley and Albert were the only 2 players to break $50 this year. Strasburg came out in Round 2 and went for $10. Chapman came out... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322333&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:58:00 The Orioles officially re-signed lefty Mark Hendrickson to a one-year, $1.4MM deal today. Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun first reported the agreement on January 28th. The deal pays $1.2MM in 2010 and includes a $1.2MM club... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322334&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:35:00 The Orioles designated righty reliever Armando Gabino for assignment to make room for Mark Hendrickson, according to a team press release. Gabino, 26, posted a 2.94 ERA, 5.9 K/9, and 2.2 BB/9 for the Twins' Triple A ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322335&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:32:19 The Orioles signed lefty reliever Will Ohman, reports Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports. The 32-year-old tallied only 22.6 pro innings last year for the Dodgers due to a shoulder injury, and they declined his $2.2MM option after the season. Ohman d... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322336&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:25:26 The Athletics released outfielder Willy Taveras, tweets MLB.com's Jane Lee. Taveras had been designated for assignment on ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322337&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:10:37 The Indians signed reliever Jamey Wright to a minor league deal, reports MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince. Wright, 35, posted a 4.33 ERA, 6.8 K/9, and 5.0 BB/9 in 79 innings for the Royals last year, earning $1.4MM. Among tho... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322338&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:44:28 MLB2k10, don't fuck me. 2ksports releases it's annual MLB title here in a few weeks. Again, I don't have my hopes up but with owning an XBOX360 my options are limited to only this shitty and unreliable product unless I want to fire up the old N64 and some Griffey baseball. I'm royally screwed, I'm sure of it. [7th Innin... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322325&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:00:00 Mike’s Take: Three prominent Yankees – Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, and Joe Girardi – enter the 2010 season in the last year of their contracts, however GM Brian Cashman does not intend to change course and negotiate with any of the three during the season. “I don’t think you can separate one from the other,” [...] Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blog http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322324&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:30:35 More photos » Matt Yo... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322322&src=rss 2010-02-09T20:00:29 I'm baaaaaaaaaack. That's right. After a long hiatus for various work-related reasons (Read: extracurricular activities impossible for quality control guy in the middle of an office reorganization), I return to reclaim my rightful place as Niners Nation's (NN) resident stats nerd. And believe me, I'll be making up for my absence in a big way (Read: 12 posts over the next 24 days). For some of you, my stat posts will be just what the doctor ordered as a remedy for your Niner/NFL withdrawal.... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322323&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:55:22 Yahoo’s Young Hollywood caught up with Steve Nash at the Sundance Film Festival. Nash was there to promote his ESPN 30-for-30 documentary Into the Wind about Canadian runner Terry Fox. Nash also talks about a new Vitamin Water commercial set to drop where he dresses as Richard Simmons and Elvis. Even more proof that basketball [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322320&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:37:21 Phoenix Suns fans, Kevin Johnson needs your vote. Don’t worry though, it doesn’t matter what your political affiliation is or how you stand on the issues. The only thing you have to be in favor of is monster dunks over rival centers. The former Suns point guards’ jam over Rockets’ center Hakeem Olajuwon in the 1994 Western [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322321&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:23:14 The Phoenix Coyotes have confirmed what we first posted (via the  Boston Globe), that the Phoenix Coyotes and the Boston Bruins will be opening the 2010-2011 season in Prague, Czech Republic on Saturday October 9th and Sunday October 10th.  Both games will be at the O2 Arena in Prague. Potentially five Coyotes could be playing in [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322319&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:59:53 Thanks to ex-Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon’s wonderful inability to keep quiet, we’re slowly but surely learning more and more about Cristiano Ronaldo’s transfer from Old Traffod to the Bernabéu last summer. Remember how someone at Real Madrid claimed the transfer was arranged a year in advance, in the summer of 2008? And remember how [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322318&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:55:12 More photos » ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322317&src=rss 2010-02-09T20:32:56 Just wanted to let you know about some Super Bowl XLIV deals going on right now from some of our premier partners! Own a piece of sports history by purchasing Super Bowl XLIV on DVD or Blu-ray Disc. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322316&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:36:37 Yesterday we wondered if the Rays would have second-thoughts about selling the naming rights to their spring training field. This, after local environmentalists expressed their disgust with the team’s partnership with The Mosaic Company, a local mining company. Twenty-four hours later, the Rays have already started backing away from the deal. Charlotte county was supposed to decide this [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322315&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:12:38 Our old pal Will Startup lands with the O's I was always a big fan of Startup, a lefty reliever who we sent to San Diego for Will Ledezma several years ago. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322314&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:56:07 Last week I wrote:  “The Saints, to win, must sustain long drives and keep Peyton Manning off the field.” Somewhere between a Colts’ ten-point lead in the first quarter of the Super Bowl to the end of the second quarter, the Colts lost their moj... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322312&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:23:19 Major League Baseball has a long, long history. After being founded in 1869, the game went through decades of changes before becoming what we recognize today as baseball. There is always talk surrounding teams that have been around for decades; about their g... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322313&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:17:44 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322311&src=rss 2010-02-09T20:00:39 About a week away from pitchers and catchers reporting there isn't all that much for Jays news. Still waiting to see who is coming off the 40-man roster to make room for Kevin Gregg.  The Jays have added a couple of former GMs to their scouting staff: Jim Beattie who GMed the Expos and Orioles and Ed Lynch who was GM f... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322310&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:47:26 PHILADELPHIA- If the Flyers were going to break their scoring drought, who better to do it against than Martin Brodeur and the New Jersey Devils. For the first time since 2005, the Flyers rallied from a 2-0 deficit by scoring three unanswered goals to beat the Devils 3-2 last night from the Wachovia Center. After a rough first period where the Flyers look s unbalanced and lost, they rebounded and competed with number one team in the Atlantic division and beat them at their own game. Philad... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322307&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:01:15 New Jersey Devils @ Philadelphia Flyers 2/8/10 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322308&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:23:00 Not all of the Top 50 Scorers in the NHL will be in action this Winter Olympics, basically because Canada is limited to 20 skaters. What do I mean? What I mean is that the freaking NHL is dominated by high scoring canucks. Of the top 50 scorers in the NHL here's the breakdown by country and points: Canada - 1,403 USA - 366 Russia - 356 Sweden - 303 Czech Rep - 104 Slovakia - 69 Slovenia - 62 Finland - 51 Poland - 47 Now I'll be the first to admit that this stat has absolutely no statistical (... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322309&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:36:04 When the going gets tough, the tough get going… Click Here to Beat the Bruins http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322306&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:33:32 Pretty clear that the Patriots finish this one as the Team of the '00s. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322303&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:01:54 Important dates to remember for the spring http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322304&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:22:50 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322305&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:22:50 Former Patriots wide receiver Donte Stallworth will visit and work out for an unknown team tomorrow. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322302&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:41:24 via Jamie Bell at CTVOlympics, Johan Franzen may end up at the Olympics after all. The Detroit Free Press is reporting that Swedish Olympic team coach Bengt-Ake Gustafsson has asked Franzen to contact him following Tuesday night?s Red Wings? game against the St. Louis Blues to give him an update on his status after a lengthy absence. Franzen, who was not originally named to Sweden?s roster, has not played in over four months after undergoing surgery to repair an injury to his left knee.... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322300&src=rss 2010-02-09T20:56:30 from Curtis Zupke of Ducks Blog, Ryan Getzlaf said he is hopeful for possibly returning to the ice this weekend and hasn?t ruled out participating in the Olympics. ?We?re definitely hopeful for the weekend and see how things go from here,? Getzlaf said in a brief media session Tuesday morning at Honda Center, before he was scheduled to undergo and MRI exam for a sprained left ankle. ?I?ll probably know a little bit more tomorrow.? continued http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322301&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:51:08 - - QPR REPORT Available on TWITTER! - For latest QPR news-related pieces and discussion, visit the growing QPR Report Messageboard. All QPR Perspectives genuinely welcomed! Or comment on any of the posts - http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322299&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:09:00 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322298&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:00:32 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322297&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:00:24 More photos » ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322296&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:02:14 It seems like every year a new version of a baseball video game is released with a beautiful digital representation of Citizens Bank Park and every year we tell ourselves this will be the year we'll finally go out and... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322294&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:30:43 Maybe Joe Banner brewed a nice pot of extra dark coffee this morning to help him sober up from all of the Kool-Aid he typically loves to serve up. In a discussion on the Eagles website from over the weekend,... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322295&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:41:30 The only Orioles fan in Maryland who isn't anxious for spring. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322293&src=rss 2010-02-09T20:06:25 The Sporting News fantasy footballers are looking into the crystal ball for next year, and they see … more good things for Shonn Greene. RB Shonn Greene The Jets waited for the playoffs to lean on the rookie, who averaged less than eight carries per game during the regular season. However, Greene posted two 100-yard games in [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322292&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:13:31 Jet DE/OLB Calvin Pace had a private party to watch the Super Bowl at The Setai Club on Wall Street which you can find many images from the party at GuestofaGuest.com. Also, check out Calvin in Edible Manhattan magazine leading up to the Championship game talking about his love for all things breakfast as a pre-game [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322291&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:40:00 Steve Serby writes one of his rallying songs in today’s Post, making some interesting comparisons between Drew Brees and Mark Sanchez. When Jets offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer, who worked with Brees in San Diego, made his predraft presentation, this is what he talked about: the comparison between Brees and Sanchez. “He thought both had good feet, could [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322290&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:39:00 In a post to Twitter, Anthony DeRosa said, “I’m hearing that the Mets are filming a buddy cop movie with Daniel Murphy and Keith Hernandez.” …i love that keith is wearing sunglasses… because, you know, the sun shines on him all day… Updated at 3:35 pm: Here are pictures of Keith Hernandez working with Daniel Murphy today in [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322287&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:33:28 The Mets claimed OF Jason Pridie off waivers from the Twins, according to Minnesota reporter Kelly Thesier of MLB.com. The 26–year-old Pridie, who hits left-handed, is a career .276 hitter in 885 games in the minor leagues, with a .319 OBP, during which he has played all three outfield positions and two games at third base. In late [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322288&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:16:04 …i agree with ted, despite what Mike Francesa is trying to push on WFAN today, the Mets had a successful off season, in the sense that they did not do anything stupid… they did not give out a terrible, long-term contract to an overrated player, and they kept their minor-league system in [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322289&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:04:21 The North East League, the world's first play-by-mail baseball simulation league, is pleased to invite experienced APBA managers to apply for an open franchise. We're also going to name an official alternate who will automatically get the next available franchise. This is the first manager search that we've run in 12 years, so if you're at all interested in joining the NEL, now's the time! The NEL is a basic game APBA league that is just about to start its 50th season. We use ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322286&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:23:16 Keith Woolner, Manager of Baseball Analytics for the Cleveland Indians, has asked us to post the following job openings: Title: Data Architect - Baseball Analytics Location: Cleveland, OH Description: The Cleveland Indians are currently scouting for a Data Architect to work in our Baseball Operations Department. This individual will report to the Director of Baseball Operations while assisting both the Baseball and Information Sys... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322285&src=rss 2010-02-09T19:27:05 “I was pretty upset with not only how the team played, but with how I played last year, knowing that’s not me,” Mike Pelfrey confessed to the New York Post’s Mike Puma yesterday. “I had a lost year. I had a terrible year.” A campaign, Puma gently suggests, that might’ve been hampered by a [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322284&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:43:11 Think we need to double-up here as we shake rump to New Orleans funk: Here goes my favorite version of a N.O. standard. Never fails to get me movin! (Man, to be able to whistle like that…) http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322283&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:29:16 The New York Jets were one... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322281&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:41:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322282&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:59:00 (Hey fans of Blueshirt Dirt! Please take a moment and become a fan on Facebook. Just click on the box in the upper right hand corner and join! Thanks!) d The recent additions of Brandon Prust and Olli [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322280&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:55:46 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322279&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:07:00 Gawker.tv has put together a video of the Super Bowl with nothing more than the action between the whistles. It is a whopping 14 minutes in length. Granted, there are a lot of formations, audibles and shifts that are also part of the game that ar... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322278&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:47:45 Finally the savior has returned to action. Or are we just witnessing another in a long list of Canuck busts (with Pamela Anderson attending games periodically, the meaning of Canuck busts could change completely, yet the result, no more appealing). Of course I'm talking about Cody Hodgson. After sitting out with an interminably long back injury, Hodgson has returned to action, albeit as a soon to be 20 year old junior hockey player. For the first half of 2009, the hype machine was ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322257&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:58:44 Steve Stamkos is quietly having a great season down in Tampa ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322258&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:01:58 By Press Release LAS VEGA... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322256&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:40:00 Late this afternoon, the city of New Orleans will participate in their Super Bowl victory celebration as the Lombardi Trophy makes its way to the Superdome. It's a shame teams, not matter which sport, don't get an adequate time to enjoy their treasure. So many things derail the partying. Barely a moment after the clock hit 0:00, odds were posted on who would win next year. It's become a yearly event now, almost a tradition. Some bookmaker quickly determines ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322255&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:22:00 I just read Réjean Tremblay's article in today's La Presse about Bob Gainey resigning, and despite getting just a little too francophone-happy toward the end (he's tickled that our new GM is named Gauthier) it's actually quite tasteful and balanced. I would have expected a bunch of inflammatory comments from one of the city's more biased reporters, but M. Tremblay actually managed to be kind of journalistic about this whole ordeal. Good job, guy. One t... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322254&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:01:00 Another major storm front is pushing through the Delaware Valley. Depending on who you talk to we’re expecting somewhere between a foot and “I’ve been meaning to catch up on my Ken Burns documentaries”. The latest prediction I heard had the the snow fall reaching Philadelphia around 4PM this afternoon. I’d like [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322253&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:36:22 These scarf’s are available from Thursday at £6 plus p&p (£1 UK £2 Europe £3 R.O.W.) T-Shirts will be available by Wednesday. Please send payments to the following paypal account. murphygerard@hotmail.co.uk http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322250&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:41:37 Ok, as you might or might have not notice that I got it right with the line-up and the white bib theory in regards with both last week’s game with Everton and Bolton. Check it out here. This week it gets tricky, because I somehow felt the folks at Lfc.Tv had discovered that we were measuring [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322251&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:21:23 Alberto Aquilani will not be making the trip to London as he came down with a bug. Rafa is also without Torres, Johnson & Benayoun who are still injured. Kyrgiakos is suspended. The gunners are missing Van Persie & Eduardo. Kick off 7:45PM (UK Time) http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322252&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:05:01 September 19, 1924 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322249&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:06:00 Apparently somebody over at Upper Deck has a real keen sense of humor. As Matt Cerrone over at Mets Blog points out, at least it wasn’t the image from the Yankees game. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322247&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:24:27 What’s Wrong? A Little Bit of Everything Lack of offense. Solid goaltending one night, shaky the next. Poor (if not awful) officiating. Lackluster effort. Sloppy passing. Ineffective defense. These are just a few of the reasons why the Blues likely will be left on the outside of the playoff picture. So which one is the main [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322248&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:31:29 Reports state that Delonte West could return from a finger injury tonight against the 4-46 New Jersey Nets. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322246&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:16:32 The projection systems of choice seem to really like Cameron Maybin. It’s an oddity, given the fact that Maybin played so poorly at the start of last season. I wanted to take a quick look at the projection lines of the sources available to us from FanGraphs and see what all the fuss is about. Offense One [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322245&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:10:06 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322244&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:55:10 Words like “amazing”, “unbelievable” and “phenomenal” have been used to describe what happened on Sunday when the New Orleans Saints won their first Super Bowl in team history. But let’s face it; there are no words to describe what we just witnessed and what we’re still feeling. This is a rare, indescribable moment [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322243&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:57:15 The University of Maryland has decided to postpone Wednesday night’s men’s basketball game between the Terps and the visiting University of Virginia due to the next round of winter storms expected hit the Maryland area over the next 2 days.  The game has been rescheduled for Monday February 15th.  Probably a wise move considering the [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322242&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:10:23 More photos » JONATHAN HAYWARD... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322240&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:30:39 San Jose won 3-2 against a new look Leafs team, their 8th straight road win.  Ryane Clowe registered the game winner his 15th of the season and the Sharks (39-11-9) are now one point behind the impressive Washington Capitals (41-12-6).  It wasn’t a pretty win, but a win none the less. Niclas Wallin joined his new [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322241&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:18:50 Ana Ivanovic SI Swimsuit 2010 Behind the scences Photo Shoot Ana Ivanovic was part of a great photo shoot for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2010 Edition…. Check out some photo of Ana Ivanovic during the behind the scenes of the photo shot… Photos from [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322236&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:14:56 PTT PATTAYA OPEN Order of Play Wednesday February 10th 2010 PTT PATTAYA OPEN Pattaya City-THA February 8-14, 2010 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Court 1 (from 15.00hrs) 1. Galina Voskoboeva vs. Vera Dushevina 2. Tatjana Malek vs. Sania Mirza 3. Tamarine Tanasugarn vs. Sabine Lisicki 4. Yaroslava Shvedova vs. Chanelle Scheepers 5. Rodionova/Rodionova vs. Karatantcheva/Rogowska Court 2 (from 15.00hrs) 1. Marina Erakovic vs. Sybille Bammer 2. Kimiko Date Krumm ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322237&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:22:58 PARIS OPEN GDF SUEZ Results Tuesday February 9th 2010 OPEN GDF SUEZ Paris-FRA February 8-14, 2010 $700,000/Premier Hard/Indoors Tuesday, February 9, 2010 Singles – First Round (4) Francesca Schiavone (ITA) d. (Q) Vesna Manasieva (RUS) 60 60 Patty Schnyder (SUI) d. (7) Virginie Razzano (FRA) 63 76(3) Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) d. Iveta Benesova (CZE) 61 60 Lucie Safarova (CZE) d. Tamira Paszek (AUT) 60 63 Andrea Petkovic [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322238&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:21:48 PTT PATTAYA OPEN Results Tuesday february 9th 2010 PTT PATTAYA OPEN Pattaya City-THA February 8-14, 2010 $220,000/International Hard/Outdoors Tuesday, February 9, 2010 Singles – First Round (1) Vera Zvonareva (RUS) d. Ksenia Pervak (RUS) 63 62 (4) Yaroslava Shvedova (KAZ) d. Ayumi Morita (JPN) 62 64 (8) Julia Goerges (GER) d. (Q) Anna Gerasimou (GRE) 64 64 Alberta Brianti (ITA) d. (Q) Sacha Jones (NZL) 64 [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322239&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:19:45 Monta Ellis returns to Sports with Mr. Factoid with another incredible trick shot. Can somebody explain to me how he didn't get the nod for the all-star team? I'm still a bit clueless on the matter. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322235&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:36:00 My wife asked me about a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model, "Hey Mel, do you know Hilary Rhoda? She swam competitively." "No, do not," I answered. But I do now... Wow. She is beautiful, and one more reason to sing swimming's... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322234&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:42:00 ABC 4 Sports in Salt Lake City is reporting that Utah will be invited to the Pac-10. The article has very little substance, but does cover what we've heard for about a year now...that Utah and Colorado will be invited to be the 11th and 12th members of the Pac-10. Utah would certainly accept but it's not known if Colorado would even accept an invite. With the Pac-... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322233&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:31:00 Fantastic picture of tennis star Ana Ivanovic ... cur... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322227&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:01:00 Martin Biron will start in goal this evening for the New York Islanders as they play host to the Nashville Predators. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322225&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:45:54 Johan Franzen is expected to make his return to the lineup tonight for the Detroit Red Wings, who conclude a five-game road trip versus the St. Louis Blues at Scottrade Center. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322226&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:28:55 As if the whole New Orleans/Katrina rejuvenation angle wasn’t enough, Drew Brees has to tug our heartstrings a little more and hoist baby Baylen as a trophy. Damn it. My girlfriend was right. This is the second Super Bowl we’ve watched together, and she warned me that she didn’t want to hear after the game how sad [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322224&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:58:17 Carolina, Minnesota, Columbus, San Jose, Boston & Phoenix To Open 2010-11 Overseas The NHL announced that six teams will kick off the 2010-11 season overseas. Carolina and Minnesota will play Oct. 7 and 8 in Helsinki, Finland; Columbus and San Jose have a pair in Stockholm, Sweden, Oct. 8 and 9; and Boston and Phoenix will close things out in Prague, Czech... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322220&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:50:12 Tonight's soundtrack: Snakes on the Ladder by Handsome Furs -- because just about every team playing tonight has the playoff traction of a snake trying to climb up rungs. Game of the Night Calgary Flames at http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322221&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:53:30 Ryan Getzlaf, the team's leading scorer, sprained his left ankle during the second period and left the arena wearing a boot and on crutches. X-rays were negative, but an MRI exam is scheduled for Tuesday. "That will give us a better indication of the severity of the sprain," Coach Randy Carlyle said. -This cracks the door open a bit for a possible Team Canada replacement. Do you go with Steven Stamkos (32 goals, 29 assists) as a potential replacement... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322222&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:38:54 Julie sends this e-mail: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322223&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:00:00 Rummaging through the news and notes from the Twins interdivision rivals so you don’t have to: Chicago White Sox ESPNChicago’s Bruce Levine notes that the White Sox are in the market for another situational left-handed reliever. Levine speculates that Chicago could potentially target Toronto’s Scott Downs in a trade. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322219&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:00:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322218&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:29:00 Roush Fenway Racing driver Matt Kenseth has one win, three top-fives and nine top-10s in 20 career starts at Daytona International Speedway. Kenseth's one victory at the track came in the 2009 Daytona 500. He has an average finishing position of 17.9 at Daytona. Read more Matt Kenseth news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322203&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:11:02 Roush Fenway Racing driver Greg Biffle has one win, one top-five and three top-10s in 14 career Sprint Cup starts at Daytona International Speedway. Read more Greg Biffle news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322204&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:11:02 The Indianapolis Colts' decision to have backup running back Mike Hart run the football on 3rd-and-1 at the end of the first half was puzzling. Despite the presence of quarterback Peyton Manning and a bevy of wide receivers, the Colts opted to conservatively run the ball. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322205&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:10:02 Brian Elliott will start for Ottawa on Tuesday night. He was pulled in the Senators' 5-0 loss to the Toronto on Saturday after yielding four goals on 30 shots. [...] Read more Brian Elliott news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322206&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:09:13 Batum (shoulder) will start on Tuesday night against the Thunder, The Oregonian's Joe Freeman reports. [...] Read more Nicolas Batum news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322207&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:07:07 Aaron Wilson, of the National Football Post, reports the Seattle Seahawks are working out free-agent LB Roderick Green (49ers) Tuesday, Feb. 9, according to a source. Read more Roderick Green news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322208&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:05:01 Steve Gilbert, of MLB.com, reports Arizona Diamondbacks SP Brandon Webb (shoulder) threw off a mound Tuesday, Feb. 9, for the first time since having surgery on his right shoulder last August. "(It) went good," Webb said. "(The) ball came out well, but I was just thinking about arm slot on every throw. That's to be expected, not having thrown on the mound in so long." Webb is still hoping to be ready for Opening Day. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322209&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:04:01 Emery could have a torn labrum that may require surgery, the Philadelphia Daily News reports. [...] Read more Ray Emery news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322210&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:00:41 Jokinen is seventh in the league in shooting percentage at 18.2-percent. [...] Read more Jussi Jokinen news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322211&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:00:41 Pistons coach John Kuester said that the reason Kwame Brown doesn't play is defense. Brown has 13 DNP-CDs in his last 20 games. "We have to make sure he continually plays the consistent defense that I want to in the scheme. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322212&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:00:40 Penske Championship Racing driver Brad Keselowski has only one career start at Daytona International Speedway. He started 36th and wound up finishing in 24th place. Read more B... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322213&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:00:06 Tayshaun Prince, who will become a free agent after the 2010-11 season, reiterated that he wants to stay with the Pistons. If the Pistons are going to shake things up by moving http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322214&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:56:19 Nicolas Batum will start for the Blazers against the Thunder on Tuesday. Batum will be in there as a defensive specialist on both http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322215&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:56:19 Farmar missed just two field goal attempts Monday against San Antonio and finished with 13 points off the bench. [...] Read more Jordan Farmar news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322216&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:56:16 Roush Fenway Racing driver David Ragan has no wins, two top-fives and three top-10s in six career starts at Daytona International Speedway. Ragan has an average finishing position of 13.8 at Daytona, which is his second-best ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322217&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:55:02 Danica Patrick has been successful no matter what type of vehicle she gets behind it seems. When she climbs into No. 7 Chevrolet for JR Motorsports in Saturday’s second-tier Nationwide Series race it will be something that is totally different than anything else she probably has done. Will she be successful? Most likely yes, but like any other driver who comes to Nascar there is a learning curve that she will have to adjust too. Most people will tell you that for some the learnin... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322202&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:36:00 Betting odds are a great guide to college basketball entertainment. I'll discuss my daily predictions after the lines.. these are posted solely for fun, as I do not bet on games myself, nor do I suggest anybody else does either (it's not easy). If you agree or disagree with... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322201&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:46:58 Thursday, February 11th The ALLSTAR Celebrity Bowl 11am-6pm Hosted by Hollywood Actress Taraji P. Henson, Ken Hamlin #26 & Roy Williams #31 of the Cincinnati Bengals @ Splitsville Luxury Lanes 401 Curtis Mathes Way Arlington, TX 76018 ( inside The Highlands Shopping Center) New Orleans own Big Daddie the DJ & Dallas’ own DJ Phil Confirmed Guest: Dallas Cowboys Jay Ratliff, Pat Watkins, Anthony [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322200&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:00:05 Vancouver mayor Gregor Robertson gave some tips to Men's Journal for people visiting his city for the upcoming Olympics. Imagine your mayor answering the statement "Speaking of partying, pot is... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322199&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:46:00 Pepsi skipped the Super Bowl this year. But you'd never know it. In fact, not running a Superbowl ad has been the buzz of the season. Like that? Do something different and people talk. There were at... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322198&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:59:00 Florida Basketball coach Billy Donovan announced via his twitter page that sophomore center Kenny Kadji will undergo surgery to repair a bulging disc in his back. The surgery is more than expected to to keep Kadji out for the season.… http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322197&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:03:19 Chris Snyder: Plus, I was tol... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322196&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:09:00 “Devin Hester in that role could just be stupid good.” -Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz on how wide receiver Devin Hester would do as a slot receiver in his offense, the same role that Az Hakim played when Martz was a coach in St. Louis. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322195&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:45:54 For the last time this season, these are the offensive player grades against the Colts in the SuperBowl. Keep in mind that while you might find that some of these grades are harsh, the offensive line struggled mightily in short yardage situations and the Saints only averaged 2.8 yards per carry as a team. Regardless of these grades, though, nothing can change the fact that the Saints are SUPERBOWL CHAMPIONS BABY!!!Saints vs Colts coverageSaints vs Colts recapSaints vs Colts boxscoreDrew Brees... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322194&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:45:00 One of the main questions that the Super Bowl champion Saints will need to answer this offseason is whether or not they will retain Reggie Bush for 2010. He’s still under contract for another year, but he’s due $8 million, which is hefty price tag for a part-time player. Bush has never shown the ability to [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322185&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:30:53 Is Chris Brown romancing a new R&B diva? He's already collaborated with Keri Hilson musically, and last night, Chris "was all over" Keri at the Axe Lounge at Liv, where Diddy was hosting a bash and where Kim Kardashian and Reggie Bush were celebrating the Saints' big Super Bowl win. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322186&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:07:45 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322187&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:02:59 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322188&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:02:29 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322189&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:50:08 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322190&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:45:16 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322191&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:29:41 Between allegedly running up a $300,000 tab from wannabe agents and hangers-on at USC, subsequent legal fees, the occasional gun-toting goon, various petty fines from the NFL and the usual financial burdens of garish young celebrity, former Heisman winner Reggie Bush has never been accused of pinching pennies, or of keeping an especially close eye on all of them. Still, I#39;m sure there#39;s a line somewhere in the ledgers for a pair of former baseball teammates at Bush#39;s old San Dieg... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322192&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:22:16 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322193&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:00:55 Nolan (tentatively) and Katie Smith (definitively) say no to Oklahoma. Which means that the Tulsa Shock are going to look a lot like an expansion team. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322183&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:47:00 Q looks forward to this summer's pro season and has high hopes for Atlanta. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322184&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:32:00 Down 4-3 with 2:46 to go, Boston University fans started to believe. Deficits don't scare us as much after what happened in last year's national championship game. But this isn't last year, and last minute miracles (or any for that matter) are hard to come by in '09-10. So I left the Garden a little heartbroken that my Beanpot career as a student comes to an end with a record of 2-2. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322182&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:57:00 Wouldn't that be nice? A whole new facility to enjoy with the Consol Energy Center and a weekend of the NHL All-Stars ... what could be better for a hockey fan (or the NHL)??!!!! Well, there's now a better possibility as the Penguins announced today that the organization has submitted a bid to host the 2010-2011 NHL All-Stars. “The new Consol Energy Center will give us the opportunity to bring many such events to Pittsburgh,” Penguins president David Moreho... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322181&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:00:00 This makes absolutely no sense to me. Maybe I’m alone here but I think Chris Berman is undoubtedly the worst televisio... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322180&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:17:00 Denver Nuggets fans can breath a sigh of relief, Carmelo Anthony is back and will play when the Nuggets face-off against the Dallas Mavericks at the Pepsi Center tonight. The Denver Nuggets posted this on the team facebook page today… “I’m back.” Carmelo Anthony is likely to return to the lineup for tonight’s game against the [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322179&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:06:54 Had to provide a link to Darren Eliot's excellent story for SI.com on the Thrashers' wild past week, culminating in the successful defeat of the Panthers Saturday night. Worth it alone for the photographic evidence that Ron Hainsey can fight. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322178&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:07:00 By Anna Italia It's officia... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322175&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:59:00 By Anna Italia Covering the 2010 World Cup South Afr... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322176&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:01:00 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322177&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:26:00 I am purely speculating and have zero idea if this will actually come true, but I believe nomadic coach Larry Brown will be the next coach of the Los Angeles Clippers. Let’s think this over for a minute and go through the latest from both the Clippers and Bobcats. Last week, Mike Dunleavy stepped down (forced to [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322174&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:51:03 Canada's soccer system is just not good enough as things stand to produce players of the quality required to play at the top North American level. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322173&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:56:24 For triathletes, collecting telemetry received from devices during practice sessions and competition is nothing new. For example, today many competitors have computers attached to their bikes that display power/wattage, cadence, speed, and distance information helpful for improved efficient training and performance. Just like in cycling, there is now a technology that allows a swimmer to receive telemetry about their technique, and matched with mental training, can assist the tracking and tra... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322172&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:06:58 Along with making the Randy Winn signing officially and signing Marcus Thames, the Yankees also announced their list of spring training non-roster invitees. Check out the players: Pitchers: LHP http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322169&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:28:00 From Ryan Dittmeier: Despite their iconic status, the Yankees have no plans to discuss new contracts with Derek Jeter and Mariano Rivera until after the season -- and the same goes for the manager, Joe Girardi, general manager Brian Cashman told the New York Post in a story published Tuesday. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322170&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:27:00 “I was pretty upset with not only how the team played, but with how I played last year, knowing that’s not me. I had a lost year. I had a terrible ye... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322171&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:38:00 Breakfast of champions. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322167&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:20:58 “Mary Jane Of The Moment” is a new feature where I will show you a new cute chick with weed every single day because who doesn’t love hot girls and weed? If you have a pic or you want to be featured here, email me at sportfiends@gmail.com or hit me up on twitter. Not a [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322168&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:20:11 I recently participated in a shoot for a G2 Lifestyles fit feature for the March/April issue of Golf Fitness magazine. Golf Fitness magazine is dedicated to the sport of golf by focusing on the body and mind as the primary means to lowering handicaps, reducing injuries, and ultimately enjoying the game for a lifetime. [...] Article from: Natalie Gulbis http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322166&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:05:04 Lindsey Vonn posed f... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322165&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:56:00 Boston Red  Sox reliever Daniel Bard will wear a new number for the 2010 season; #51.  Last season he wore number 60.   Below is a list of Red Sox players that wore #51 in the past. (via RedSoxDiehard.com) Bob Guindon 1964 Butch Hobson 1975 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322164&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:11:58 Our latest installment of the Muskbox commits a fallacy of the undistributed middle, frets over the career of Micah Hoffpauir, and throws a wild kegger in Vinton, Iowa! Join me, won’t you, on our weekly excursion into the minds of the mentally-impaired? Why don’t the Cubs just go ahead and let Castro open the season [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322163&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:33:18 Reuters http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322162&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:40:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322161&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:35:00 The auction has begun... Thank you to Eric Mack for letting us post live results for the entire league, not just our own roster. Roy Halladay is the first player off the board at $34. Adrian Gonzalez went off the board for the same price. Mike put in a strong $29 last bid on Jimmy Rollins, but Dave Gonos walked away with him at $30. Nice call by Mike with Pujols to suck $50 out of the room. Hanley becomes the big ticket item at... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322159&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:21:00 Thanks to the wonders of modern technology, I am able to sit in on Mike's auction this afternoon. I will post updates from time to time as the roster develops. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322160&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:51:00 The auction has moved into Round 4, and Mike is exercising considerable restraint. He bought one player (Randy Wells at $10), and it looks like he is waiting for more money to clear out of the room. Unfortunately, it won't be a cake walk to bargain players, as Sherpa, Fanball and Scott White at CBS are also playing the waiting game with him. Hanley and Albert were the only 2 players to break $50 this year. Strasburg came out in Round 2 and went for $10. Chapman came... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322158&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:58:00 Cavaliers maintain top spot This week found that as of right now, the Cleveland Cavaliers are unquestionably the team to beat, despite their loss of Mo Williams. The Cavs are what a championship team is all about. Fortunately for them, they don’t have to face the Los Angeles Lakers until possibly the NBA Finals. Utah made a [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322157&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:06:26 The Lakers have gone ahead and updated Pau's official listed height to 8'14". http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322156&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:23:01 What a game! What a pool! The Saints pull the upset in the Super Bowl which allows haysie to claim his second football pool win this season. Every margin of victory point counted in the end determining our money winners. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322155&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:14:54 The Orioles signed lefty reliever Will Ohman, reports Jon Paul Morosi of FOX Sports.  The 32-year-old tallied only 22.6 pro innings last year for the Dodgers due to a shoulder injury, and they declined his $2.2MM option after the season.&... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322140&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:25:26 The auction has begun... Thank you to Eric Mack for letting us post live results for the entire league, not just our own roster. Roy Halladay is the first player off the board at $34. Adrian Gonzalez went off the board for the same price. Mike put in a strong $29 last bid on Jimmy Rollins, but Dave Gonos walked away with him at $30. Nice call by Mike with Pujols to suck $50 out of the room. Hanley becomes the big ticket item at... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322141&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:21:00 The Athletics released outfielder Willy Taveras, tweets MLB.com's Jane Lee.  Taveras had been designated for assignment on February 1st immediately after being acquired from the Reds along with Adam Rosales.  Tavera... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322142&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:10:37 Thanks to the wonders of modern technology, I am able to sit in on Mike's auction this afternoon. I will post updates from time to time as the roster develops. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322143&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:51:00 Nate Ravitz and Matthew Berry play the Name Game with Erik Bedard and Johnny Damon before answering e-mails about keeper leagues and fantasy strategies. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322144&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:07:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322145&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:00:21 The Indians signed reliever Jamey Wright to a minor league deal, reports MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince.  Wright, 35, posted a 4.33 ERA, 6.8 K/9, and 5.0 BB/9 in 79 innings for the Royals last year, earning $1.4MM.&#0... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322146&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:44:28 The Royals might not be a great team, but they sure do have a great ace at the top of their rotation and atop Fantasy wish lists. Our Eric Mack breaks down Kansas City's roster for Draft Day steals. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322147&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:41:00 The A's could put together a very productive team in 2010, especially if injury-plagued ace Ben Sheets returns to form. Our Scott White breaks down their potentially dominant rotation and a non-descript lineup for Draft Day. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322148&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:30:00 Links for Tuesday... I'll be on St. Louis radio station KFNS 590 AM at 1:30pm CST today.  There's a Listen Live button on their site.  Corey Hart's arbitration hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, reports http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322149&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:16:07 The Dodgers are full of veterans to go along with a few talented young parts, but trying to put a finger on any one of them is difficult. Our Scott White does his best to make sense of their roster for Draft Day. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322150&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:10:00 The Mets recently re-engaged the Diamondbacks in trade talks for catcher Chris Snyder, reports Joel Sherman of the New York Post.  However, Sherman says there will be no deal because the Mets wanted the D'Bac... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322151&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:53:40 The Blue Jays are overflowing with pitchers, five of whom are out of options.  In a recent article, MLB.com's Jordan Bastian named Brian Tallet, http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322152&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:27:02 The Rockies appear to be a team about ready to pop, with young talent across the diamond and in the starting rotation. Our Eric Mack scouts the Rocks for Draft Day talent. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322153&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:13:00 Filed under: Draft Advice, Fantasy Baseball Draft Kit, MLB Position Rankings http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322154&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:30:00 The Orioles designated righty reliever Armando Gabino for assignment to make room for Mark Hendrickson, according to a team press release. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322139&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:32:19 Do you all know what this is kids? This is the Reds equip... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322138&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:00:00 When the Yankees tendered Sergio Mitre a contract for the 2010 season, they guaranteed him a 40-man roster spot. At the time it might not have seemed like a big deal. The team had just opened up two additional roster spots by trading Phil Coke, Ian Kennedy, and Austin Jackson for Curtis Granderson, so space [...] Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blog http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322135&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:30:55 The Yankees figure to be prominent players on the free agent market every offseason, however they threw us a changeup this winter and instead pulled off two major trades while committing no more than one year to any free agent. Curtis Granderson steps into the outfield for the next few seasons, and even though Javy [...] Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blog http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322136&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:30:15 As Spring Training nears, the Yankees’ numbers are slowly talking center stage. Now, I’m not talking about wOBA, UZR or other intriguing numbers. Rather, I’m talking about those numbers on the backs of all of the players’ jerseys. As the old concessionaire’s saying goes, you can’t tell the players without a scorecard, and the [...] Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blog http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322137&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:30:43 "Win The West" T-Shirt This tshirt idea was first offered up by bignerd and I think we could have a winner. We've got that 3 general designs (on various colors of shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies) for sale at this point, with this being less about the site than the others. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322134&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:35:21 The tension builds as the NBA trade deadline inches closer. Will he stay or will he go? The “he” of course, is Amare Stoudemire. The “will he” seems more of a matter of when than if. Two weeks ago it seemed a guarantee Stoudemire would be gone before the February 18 deadline. Now, a five-game winning streak and [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322133&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:55:42 L... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322132&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:42:08 TMZ reported over the weekend - and everyone then re-reported as though it were gospel (which it may be) - that Tiger would make his pro golf return at the Tavistock Cup.  The match is between the Isleworth and Lake Nona clubs over two days, right around the time of Arnie's event.  It's a hit-and-giggle with limited tickets and press coverage. TMZ cites "someone who works for the Woods f... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322131&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:24:00 The Mule vs. The Jackass: So this gives me another excuse to use my favorite nickname for Barrett Jackman (not like I need an excuse). I don’t know if the matchup will be this, but whatever. The point is Johan Franzen’s back and they’re playing the Blues, who have that worthless thug Barrett Jackman. I [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322130&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:26:17 The latest TOV is out today. Jess, Kris and Rob make up the panel with Chris and Brian. Among other things, much Lebda hate is spewed. Ah, we wouldn’t be Wings fans if we didn’t have our neither-wholly-deserving-nor-undeserving whipping boys… Check it out here. (0) http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322129&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:30:22 An Arizona lawmaker has introduced a bill to raise money for a new spring training facility for the Chicago Cubs. Phoenix Republican Rep. John McComish introduced the measure late Monday. It would increase car-rental taxes and levy a surcharge on all tickets for spring-training baseball games in Arizona. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322125&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:48:19 Right-hander Jamey Wright and the Cleveland Indians have agreed to a minor league contract. The 35-year-old led the Kansas City Royals with 65 relief appearances last season, going 3-5 with a 4.33 ERA. He is 82-115 with a 5.03 ERA in 14 seasons, also pitching for Colorado, Milwaukee, St. Louis, San Francisco and Texas. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322126&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:28:29 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322127&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:30:00 Remember the "Ramirez Provision"? Yeah, turns out that's pretty much been killed by lawyers. Remember the Dodgers not offering Orlando Hudson arbitration? Turns out that eventuality ha... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322128&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:00:00 Here's the scenario: The first-round of the 2010 NFL Draft is tonight, and the St. Louis Rams have just announced the signing of Nebraska defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh, making him the first overall pick.  That puts the Lions on the clock and leaves them with a variety of options, including taking another defensive tackle off the board wit... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322124&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:42:08 When FIFA announced it’s final list of 30 referees for World Cup 2010 in South Africa, the big story was the inclusion Martin Hansson, the Swedish ref who somehow missed Thierry Henry’s handball vs Ireland. Somehow. There were 29 other referees on the list though, some of whom are very much aware that for 20 of [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322123&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:48:00 The following information is presented in the fond but vain hope it will stifle 99.999 percent of the commentary issued since the final gun of Super Bowl XLIV. Quarterbacks Who Have Both Won and Lost Super Bowls (Note: Must have played in game). 1. Len Dawson 2. Johnny Unitas 3. Roger Staubach 4. Joe Theismann 5. John Elway 6. Brett Favre 7. Tom Brady 8. Peyton Manning The alert reader will note that 7 of 8 of the above QBs a... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322122&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:03:00 Whistling in the Dark The 2008 Championship season was equal parts fantasy, tearjerker, and morality play. The long drought, the assemblage of aging greats whose careers had been spent carrying mediocre or bad teams, the resurgence of unselfish team play that was long a Celtic staple but was lost in the dark ages--these were the elements that captured the imagination and reward... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322121&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:44:00 Bob Grotz of the Delaware County Times reports Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb is due a $6.2 million roster bonus in early May. The timing of that bonus isn’t a coincidence, according to Grotz. It gives the Eagles time to make a decision. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322120&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:05:00 Tyreke Evans - NaPG Despite what the title says, this article by Noam Schiller of Jerusalem Sports does a great job destroying the NaPG talk. Great article, and a must read for Kings/Evans Fans. H/T to Cowbell Kingdom for the original link. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322119&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:02:13 More photos » Rich P... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322118&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:12:18 Kyle McClellan: McClellan is probably the top contender for the fifth spot in the rotation, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch speculates. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322117&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:48:00 Well, just when you think the Flyers are getting ready to mail it in, they give you a glimmer of hope. After two weak losses to Edmonton and the Wild, it didn't look so good heading into yesterday's bout with the long-time Flyer-killers from New Jersey. Making things worse, the Flyers got down early on a lucky goal by Parise and a beautiful move by Salmela to beat Leighton high stick-side, only to be knock into oblivion by Carter (thankfully he's okay). Cue hand wringing and head holding. How... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322116&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:42:49 Quarterbacks helping out sport with problems. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322114&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:42:51 In this edition of Globe 10.0, Christopher L. Gasper and Charlie Pierce debate whether or not Bill Belichick is trying to do too much on his own. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322115&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:59:06 The spring training non-roster invites are out, Truck Day is on Friday, and those who live in Fort Myers, Fla. year-round are readying for the influx. That is to say that spring training is coming quickly, with that magical pitchers... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322113&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:32:53 from Bernie Miklasz of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, A lot of folks wanted to blame the Blues? erratic play on coach Andy Murray, and eventually team management came to the side of Murray?s critics by firing him on Jan. 2. But what has changed since Davis Payne took over? The answer: not much, really. This isn?t a knock on Payne. I like him. He?s tried to emphasize the right things. He?s done about as well as could be expected. But as I have been saying all along, and the point needs t... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322111&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:12:03 from Pierre LeBrun of ESPN, What?s also interesting in the goalie debate, which is all the rage in Montreal, is what impact a new sheriff will have. Gainey was a huge Price backer. Gauthier? It remains to be seen. I know Price was on the phone with his agent Gerry Johannson in the wake of Monday?s news. But as Johannson relayed to me Monday night, the kid was cool as a cucumber, as usual. He doesn?t get too rattled, and despite not playing much lately, he?s not in a snit over it. ?Carey i... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322112&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:09:17 from William Houston of Truth & Rumors, Eight Canadian broadcasters will work on NBC?s Vancouver Olympics coverage. Included among the network?s 53 on-air people are Sandra Bezic and Tracy Wilson in figure skating; Tim Ryan and Todd Brooker for alpine skiing; Don Duguid, Colleen Jones and Elfi Schlegel for curling; and Pierre McGuire in hockey. NBC?s prime time host will continue to be Bob Costas. Al Michaels will be the daytime host and Mary Carillo will work the late night show. C... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322110&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:17:27 from Dan Rosen of NHL.com, A record six teams will be opening next season in three different European cities. The Carolina Hurricanes and Minnesota Wild will play two regular-season games against each other at Hartwall Arena in Helsinki, Finland, on Thursday, Oct. 7 and Friday, Oct. 8. The Columbus Blue Jackets and San Jose Sharks will square off for two games at the Ericsson Globe Arena in Stockholm, Sweden, on Friday, Oct. 8 and Saturday, Oct. 9. The Boston Bruins and Phoenix Coyote... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322109&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:56:37 Are you like me and a bit worried about an injury during the Olympics? Check out my NHL.com blog today and let me know how you feel. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322108&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:10:38 See what I mean? Win some, lose some. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322107&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:37:01 I?m not in front of a computer right now, so posts will be delayed today. If you can find a Bucs-related headline, post it and I?ll check it out. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322106&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:03:49 Coming off one of the most exciting recruiting seasons in recent memory, Rivals has announced accolades for their list of the top recruiters in all the land. These guys don't get enough credit most of the time, and I'm glad to see the spotlight shined on them for once. Assistants are the foot soldiers who now carry the day instead of the Field Marshals. Per NCAA rules which limit the HC to one official in-... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322105&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:12:00 More photos » ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322104&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:32:51 The kids are in and the winter sports are slowly st... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322103&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:31:29 David Wright went through a power outage last season and the Mets are making strides to help change that. According to the New York Daily News, the outfield wall in centerfield will be cut in half to make the park... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322102&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:11:34 Episode: 593 - What to Watch in Cubs Spring Training, Individual Tix to Go on Sale Feb 19, the Future of Cubs TV and Much More (February 8) - Cubscast 2010 Season Podcasts - Cubscast.com - Hosted By: Lou, Sheps & Sneetch http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322101&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:21:03 Hey, you! Yeah, you! Scroll down a little and vote for the #15 prospect! Do it! -Me. Right now. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322100&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:36:51 More photos... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322099&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:47:11 Nyjer Morgan's Defense I was lucky enough to contribute to ESPN's Hot Stove U series. The piece is about -- what else -- a talented centerfielder's defense. Many thanks to Dave Cameron and the ESPN folk for the opportunity. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322098&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:25:37 It's a miserable, snowy day today in Chicago. But this colorful truck is now on its way to Mesa, Arizona, with the Cubs' jerseys, caps and other equipment, awaiting the arrival of pitchers and catchers in only nine days. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322097&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:30:15 Sluggo in Seattle wants to know about Donte Stallworth and AD … Now that the Browns have released Stallworth, any sense on whether the Jets would be interested? It would solve the third receiver issue, you get an experienced guy who can play all three positions, albeit a somewhat tainted and checkered past. I guess I [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322096&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:29:00 Our final top 30 player rankings from 2009 will start from the bottom and work up to No. 1. Click here for Nos. 14-30. Preseason rankings are here. 12. Taylor Mays, S, USC (1): While it's hard to quantify what Mays might have gained socially, intellectually and emotionally from returning for his senior year, it's fair to say he... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322093&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:03:10  This post is brought to you by SPORTSBETTING.com. Get best online sports betting bonuses at this sportsbook. ——————————————————————————————————— Not every recruiting class contains a future Heisman winner.  Here are the last 10 Heisman winners and the classes that produced them: ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322094&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:01:54 Aired during Super Bowl.... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322095&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:59:32 Remember when I was talking about St. Brendan a while back? Now this book is coming out and it got a good review. I don't know why t... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322092&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:53:02 The Mets equipment truck has left Citi Field, on its way to Tradition Field in St. Lucie. Updated at 1:50 pm:   http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322090&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:51:33 …i like the idea of having a talent like Bryce Harper in the Mets system, but, and this is the wrong way to look at things, i am so leery because of all the hype surrounding him… regardless, i still think it’s smart to always draft pitching with top picks… http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322091&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:37:11 I don't think it will come as a surprise to anyone that I use FanGraphs a lot. It seems that every month, owner David Appelman rolls out some new shiny improvement to the site. Just recently, he gave users the ability to look up splits. But while everybody has been sorting and looking things up, something else has piqued my interest... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322089&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:50:23 Name: Ryan Dempster Position: SP Played for the Reds: 2002-2003 Why he's here:  The Reds reached the 2002 all-star break with a sense of opportunity: they were five games over .500, and sat just two games back of the http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322088&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:00:18 Cliff is keeping busy over at SI.com. Here is his latest: How much of an improvement will big new additions be? Let’s cut to the chase: Javier Vazquez, SP, Yankees Vazquez was one of the best starters in the National League last year, while the Yankee fifth starters whom he’ll be replacing (Chien-Ming Wang, Phil Hughes, Sergio Mitre, [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322087&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:46:07 I have been perplexed at how the Celtics seemed to have lost their fire so quickly after a 4-0 start and twelve game win streak that extended into mid-December. What’s been more confusing is how the player’s and coach’s have reacted to the recent drastic slump. Since their December 18th loss to the 76ers, the Celtics [...] What should we do next? Well, since you’ve made it to the end of this post, you might be interested in these rel... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322086&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:41:45 Well, the 2009 season is over!  I want to thank the Viking girls who helped me out so much with making this blog look better this football season.  Of course you’ll still see their lovely pictures around the blog during the off-season, and I’m hoping they’ll all be willing to help out again once the [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322085&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:49:00 It was no doubt somewhat difficult to see Mark Recchi moved in what appeared to be the prime of a possible hall-of-fame career. Since coming over from Pittsburgh in part of a trade for Flyers star Rick Tocchet, Recchi twice... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322081&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:00:00 The Flyers authored a great comeback last night, one that felt unlikely given their play in the first half and past several outings, not to mention while facing one of the tougher defenses and goaltenders in the NHL. It was... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322080&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:00:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322078&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:41:00 Much was made of http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322079&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:06:00 What do you think the over/under would be on the amount of fans in attendance to greet the Colts in the airport following their return from the Super Bowl?  100?  500? Anyone taking the under would have cleaned house, because 11 fan... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322074&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:53:37 In an attempt to make “The Q” a more sanitary environment, the Cleveland Cavs have decided to remove all drinking fountains from the Arena, thus forcing fans to either buy a $4 bottle of water or wait in line for 20 minutes to ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322075&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:51:38 The newest class of Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees were announced Sunday, led by two first ballot HOFers in Jerry Rice and Emmitt Smith. Rice was arguably (Jp14 says: “barely”) the best receiver of all time. He is the touchdown king wit... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322076&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:48:56 Seems like every off-season Chad 85 has been lobbying for something. This year he claims he wants to share his catches and ego space with Terrelle Owens. Mike Brown would dearly love the attention this would bring... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322077&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:37:03 There sounds the bell for the end of round 9, and the Machine now has the upper hand in this intriguing battle of boxing knowledge. Glen Johnson vs. Yusaf Mack Magno: Yusaf Mack SD 12 Glen Johnson Machine: Glen Johnson UD 12 Yusaf Mack Result: Glen Johnson TKO 6 Yusaf Mack Edwin Valero vs. Anto... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322064&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:11:00 Though the Randy Winn signing should have done it, the addition of Marcus Thames undoubtedly ends any lingering thoughts as to whether or not the Yankees would still be able to sign Johnny Damon. As Joel Sherman reported a few weeks ago, the Yankees only had $2 million left after the Javier Vazquez acquisition, and [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322063&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:00:53 Now that the Super Bowl is over, it is time for fantasy baseball season. In that spirit, let’s talk about draft methodology. There are a bunch of websites that offer free fantasy baseball, including ESPN.com, Yahoo, and CBS Sportsline. These sites also offer free player rankings. DO NOT use them. In most cases, what these rankings [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322062&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:40:21 As I mentioned recently, individual game outcomes don’t matter as much as what Leaf fans can see evolving with this Leaf team. It will be interesting to see if the post-Phaneuf euphoria will wear off, or if this group will indeed adopt, permanently, a harder-edged attitude and mental toughness they will need to make true gains next season, when outcomes will matter again. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322061&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:55:00 (Editor’s note: Don’t forget to check out “On the Ice with the 4SportBoston Podcast” LIVE tonight at 10 p.m. EST! We will be taking your calls live on the show and we will have Mark Marino from The Hub of Hockey (and 4SB game previews) and Joe Gill from Boston Sports Then and Now joining [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322060&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:43:20 Why the delay in giving Derek Jeter (and Marian... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322054&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:29:00 Why is Johnny Damon still unemployed? Meanwh... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322055&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:25:00 David Wright must be http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322056&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:15:00 Only http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322057&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:07:00 New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton got a little too ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322058&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:00:00 We no longer have to hear, year after year, that the Super Bowl came in second... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322059&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:49:00 Is hooking up with every blond Hollywood actress/singer Alex Rodriguez's goa... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322053&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:47:00 Here we go with yet another “pack” from the 6-for-5 bin down at the local card shop. Let’s see what goodies we’ll get today. 1957 Topps #96 Hank Aguirre This is the second ‘57 Topps that I pulled out of that box. So far, those have been the oldest cards I’ve seen in there, which is pretty [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322052&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:42:37 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322049&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:48:44 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322050&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:42:15 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322051&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:38:25 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322048&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:51:30 Is it worth keeping Westbrook a... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322047&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:25:00 Chicago is one of the top Stanley Cup picks this year, but they've struggled at home lately. The Chicago Blackhawks will welcome their old rivals from Dallas to town on Friday, and the Dallas Stars will begin a three-game road trip in Chicago. Related posts:NHL Betting – Quiet Tuesday In The NHL http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322043&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:43:52 Manny Pacquiao recently failed to negotiate a fight against Floyd Mayweather. Pacquiao was keen to accept the said blood test but should not be 12 days before the fight because it might weaken him, and Mayweather's Camp didn't accept those excuses, thus it paves way to Joshua Clottey. Related posts:No Justice Served For Pacqui... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322044&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:10:30 There has been some talk on different sites about WWE rebranding ECW after WrestleMania this year. Let's face it; the ECW brand has been the red headed step-child of WWE since it was restarted in 2006 & hasn't really shined as a legitimate brand. Related posts:The Top 5 Moments in WWE / EC... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322045&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:28:07 Donovan McNabb said in an ESPN interview that he feels Michael Vick deserves a chance to be a starter. I cannot believe that McNabb would even dream of wanting Vick to play on another team next season. Shocking isn't it? Related posts:The Michael Vick-Donovan McNabb Quarterback C... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322046&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:17:12 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322042&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:32:26 It's a Super edition of our podcast, Birds On The Wire, this week. As myself and Jeff Pilson discuss the big game in Miami in full detail, the Capitals streak, and Maryland Terps big week. We discuss why New Orleans maybe shouldn't have been underdogs. Discuss the topic every Baltimore fan wants to hear about, Matt Stover's miss from 51 yards. Peyton Manning threw a costly interception, what does the loss do to his legacy? The Caps are on fire! I'm tryi... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322041&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:41:16 Generally in the game of baseball, when men are pushing 40, it becomes time to hang up the cleats and ta... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322040&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:12:00 Lightning head athletic trainer Tommy Mulligan interview From the Rink has an interview with Lightning athletic trainer Tommy Mulligan and discusses the differences between "personal" and "athletic" trainers as well as some of the ins-and-outs of being a professional trainer for a hockey team. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322038&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:44:01 (promoted from the fanposts --JPF) Hello Mr. Vinik. Welcome to the Tampa Bay area and the St. Pete Times Forum. Whoops, watch your step when you walk in the front door. That thing laying on the floor is The Bar. You know, the one that is traditionally raised or lowered by ones predecessor prior to starting a new endeavor? That's actually good news for you; you don't exactly have a tough act to follow. In fact, I'd go so far as to say that you're replacing the worst own... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322039&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:58:49 With last night’s 31-17 victory over the Colts, the Saints became the 18th NFL franchise to hoist the Lombardi Trophy. It was an impressive performance by the Saints defense in holding the Peyton Manning-led Colt... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322037&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:30:54 By: Greg Donte Stallworth who was suspened for a dui resulting in a death this past season was reinstated on Sunday. After being reinstated the Browns then cut the former Patriot, making him a free agent. Which makes an interesting option for a return to New England. The Patriots have a huge hole at the 3rd wide receiver spot and Stallworth could fill that role. Lets take a look at the positives and negatives of bringing Donte back: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322036&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:30:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322028&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:54:48 The recen... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322027&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:56:00 It isn't fare to judge a team before it even has the opportunity to play. And who knows, playing before a home audience, the Canadian men's Olympic hockey team may sweep right through the Vancouver tournament this month and the men who put the team together will be anointed as geniuses. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322022&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:16:13 Ducks centre Ryan Getzlaf sprained his left ankle during the second period of Anaheim's game against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322023&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:08:52 The Montreal Canadiens got more bad news on the injury front on Tuesday, as defenceman Marc-Andre Bergeron will be sidelined for six to eight weeks with a left knee injury. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322024&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:06:36 A team source told the Daily News that Emery could have a torn labrum that may require surgery. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322025&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:04:22 Now with the Vancouver Olympics looming on the horizon and just 3 days left until the roster freeze is Don Waddell and Rick Dudley done trading? If they aren't...who will be next? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322026&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:01:50 Going into the offseason I gave 5 questions in regards to what I would like to see happen before the Minnesota Twins took the field for their first game in Target Field, and General Manager Bill Smith has seemingly answered all of them (except the one Twins fans are still pining for…). They were [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322021&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:10:39 by Jeff Skinner With many in the golf world still on Tiger Watch there is speculation that Tiger may return at The Masters, Bay Hill or even the made for television money grab, The Tavistock Cup.  Regardless of when Woods decides to tee it up one fact is clear: only Tiger will decide when he comes [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322020&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:00:58 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322018&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:00:00 This is the special edition. Thanks Chuy!... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322019&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:00:00 Catamounts. Terriers. It's one of the premier rivalries in America East, with each team grabbing signature wins over the other during the past decade. BU's Agganis Arena era began in 2005 with an instant-classic 61-55 victory over the Catamounts – Taylor Coppenrath had 37 points but was outdone by Terrier stars Rashad Bell and Chaz Carr, who combined for 53 points. Less than a year later, the Terriers and ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322017&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:43:00 So it seemed like every time we turned around, if there was a runner in scoring position, then the inning ended with that Astro removing their gloves while standing on base, and another Astro flinging his helmet at the ground and making loud, angry noises. How bad was it, compared to the rest of the League? Note, all these stats are with RISP, and are organized by OPS. .nobrtable br { display: none } http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322016&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:10:00 News: Avalanche D http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322009&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:01 News: Avalanche C http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322010&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:01 News: Avalanche LW http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322011&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:01 News: Avalanche RW http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322012&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:01 News: Newsday reports that Islanders C http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322013&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:01 News: Conflicting a Monday report by the Ottawa Sun, Senators G http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322014&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:01 Jeff Francis told ESPN.com's Jerry Crasnick Tuesday that his left (throwing) shoulder no longer causes him pain or discomfort. Francis is spending the next several days at the Rockies' Dominican training facility in order to prepare for the start of spring training. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322015&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:08:15 Notre Dame QB Jimmy Clausen is a popular target for the Bills among mock drafters.A sign Tom Brady is plenty healthy: he's playing in this week's AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am.The Dolphins look like an unlikely suitor for WR Donte... Read more Tom Brady news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322001&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:10:02 Modin (lower body injury) tried to practice Tuesday but left the ice after about 30 minutes, the Columbus Dispatch reports. [...] Read more Fredrik Modin news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322002&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:09 Franzen (knee) will play in Tuesday night's game against the Blues, the Detroit Free Press reports. [...] Read more Johan Franzen news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322003&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:09 Commodore (charley horse) tried to practice Tuesday but left the ice after about 30 minutes, the Columbus Dispatch reports. [...] Read more Mike Commodore news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322004&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:09 News: Blues D Eric Brewer picked up his sixth goal of the season in Monday's loss to the Avalanche. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322005&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:01 News: Blues D Erik Johnson scored his first goal since Nov. 30 in St. Louis' loss to the Avalanche on Monday. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322006&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:01 News: Avalanche RW Marek Svatos picked up his first point since November when he as... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322007&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:01 News: Avalanche LW Wojtek Wolski http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2322008&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:01 Terry ONeill, president of NOW, released a statement on Monday claiming the Tim Tebow Super Bowl XLIV commercial promotes domestic violence. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321999&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:41:50 The Bracketology field is based on how the tourney looks "as of this moment." The field below is not based on who I think deserves to be in, but a prediction of what the committee would do as things stand. Beginning this week, I'll be posting Bracketology updates every Tuesday & Friday.  In late February, I release B... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321998&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:08:28 The end of the Indianapolis Colts’ season came down to 11 people. Not the 11 players on the field during the Super Bowl, but the 11 who showed up at Indianapolis International Airport on a cold, snowbound Monday afternoon, when the team returned following their 31-17 defeat Sunday by the New Orleans Saints at Super Bowl [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321996&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:00:11 New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush made a very exclusive NFL club with his Super Bowl XLIV win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. Bush became only the third player to win an NCAA Championship, a Heisman Trophy and a Super Bowl Championship in a career. Reggie Bush, RB, USC Trojans and New Orleans Saints 2003 [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321997&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:00:49 Keith and Daniel: As Newsday re... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321995&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:27:00 Are contract extensions on the horizon for free agents to be Derek http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321993&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:00:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321994&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:15:00 The Mets have an identity crisis. Right now 29 other teams view them as a dysfunctional joke. A recent report by Murray Chass cited agent frustration with how the club manages their business, and we all know how bad the Carlos Beltran knee fiasco looks to prospective players. The two faces of the franchise, Omar [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321992&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:00:23 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321991&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:00:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321985&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:02:58 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321986&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:56:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321987&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:54:01 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321988&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:31:32 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321989&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:02:02 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321990&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:59:33 Duke had no trouble with UNC last night, in a rivalry game that looked competitive until the second half. By the end, the Blue Devils had absolutely owned the glass. Coach Hatchell zeroes in on a defining moment: "To sta... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321983&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:11:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321984&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:28:21 LSU lost in triple overtime Sunday, hours before their local team won the Super Bowl. The teams combined for 203 points; the road upset could put Ole Miss in the top 25. Tigers gua... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321981&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:34:00 I finally did see Nebraska, against Texas A&M, and you know what? 1. They're fun to watch, and they don't remind me of Oklahoma's Paris years: they don't look quite as dependent on one star player, though the Huskers' win sure did depend on Griffin's prowess. They pass very well, and Yvo... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321982&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:20:00 Two thoughts today. First; The fact that Peyton Manning didn't shake anybodies hand after losing the Super Bowl is an absolute disgrace. I'm sure you've already heard the story and the comparison to one LeBron James, but this is something... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321980&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:44:04 First of six games in eight days.  It's going to be a rough stretch but could be quite character-revealing. "This is where the depth of the team comes in," said Tri-City coach Jim Hiller. "Everyone is important. By the time the season is over, everyone will have played an important role and gotten their minutes."In other words, haters stop whining about guys sitting in the stands.  The depth this http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321979&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:28:00 The Indianapolis Colts made a decision not to win every game, but to win only the games they wanted to win, and anybody who has ever played any sport will tell you that was a recipe for disaster from the beginning. Now the Colts are losers of the Super Bowl. After foregoing a chance at 19-0, they failed to win the game’s ultimate prize, which of course was their entire reasoning behind not finishing out the regular season. Like many, I was angry when the Colts decided to do that. When Col... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321978&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:33:00 There have been a lot of swirling rumors about the recent jumbo patches in Ultimate Collection, mainly stemming from the patches actual use in games. Many of the questions have come from people with a background in game used jerseys of older baseball players, and those people are bringing up some very valid points as to where the patches are coming from. After the solidifcation of the rumors surrounding the counterfeit yu-gi-oh cards, people are quick to jump to conclusions on the ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321977&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:11:00 Australia’s long time serving centre Chris Anstey and premier swingman Sam MacKinnon have both announced their retirement from basketball. (Discuss their retirements, Aussie Basketball in our forum) The two good friends play for the Melbournce Tigers and were very emotional at the press conference. Chris Anstey will finish the last two games of the season, while “Slammin’ Sam” [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321976&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:37:42 A picture is worth a thousand words. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321975&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:13:35 Lil’ Wayne has a problem unique to rappers, and most Mary Jane readers.  Wayne, who is facing felony charges for gun possession, is trying to sell his Miami condo.  There’s just a slight problem though: the unmistakable smell of the ganja is too powerful to be ignored.  Judging from the reactions to the smell and [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321973&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:20:32 In honor of all of the loyal Hail Mary Jane readers getting in arms over the Beer over Weed post from yesterday, I decided that it would be a good idea to further show the bad sides of drinking. These are the funny bad sides though. Here are 25 people who have definitely [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321974&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:20:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321972&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:54:00 Steve Zipay will host his weekly live web chat today at 1 p.m. To participate http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321971&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:10:00 Michael Obernauer at the Blueshirts Blog says Jo... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321970&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:32:00 Steve Zipay (Twitter), Andrew... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321969&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:49:00 (Sorry, this should have been posted yesterday, but I got sidetracked with the new puppy.) This Week in Yankee History February 7th - February 13th Febr... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321968&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:12:00 Along with making the Randy Winn signing officially and signing Marcus Thames, the Yankees also announced their list of spring training non-roster invitees. Here are those players: Pitchers: LHP http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321967&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:44:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321966&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:19:00   Remember all those years where we didn't have to wonder who would win the Division because the burgundy and blue were assured the banner by mid-January from about 1995 to 2003? Gas cost $1.05 a gallon. The world was at peace.&... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321965&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:00:34 I don’t know how to approach the rest of the season, I think I’d just be willing to take third place and avoid the summer-time European qualification tie. Man United and Chelsea are 7 and 9 points clear, which means even if we play great football for the rest of the year, we’ll have [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321964&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:43:11 I don’t know how to approach the rest of the season, I think I’d just be willing to take third place and avoid the summer-time European qualification tie. Man United and Chelsea are 7 and 9 points clear, which means even if we play great football for the rest of the year, we’ll have [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321963&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:43:11 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Washington Wizards Free Pick: Washington Wizards +8.5 (-110 odds) Tue February 9th 2010 7:05p Visit Touthouse.com for more NBA basketball picks from Steve Merril Aside from losing Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton for the season because of their suspension (gun possession), the Washington Wizards finally have all of their pieces back on the court. Mike Miller, [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321957&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:39:37 Below are free NBA Picks and basketball predictions for February 9th 2010 from Touthouse.com handicappers. If you are looking for free NBA basketball picks on a daily basis or premium picks from our NBA basketball betting experts visit Touthouse.com each day. Free Pick: Kings vs. Knicks Over 212 (Jim Feist) There will be a lot of things [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321958&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:50:29 Below are free college basketball picks and NCAA predictions for February 9th 2010 from Touthouse.com handicappers. If you are looking for free NCAA basketball picks on a daily basis or premium picks from our college basketball betting experts visit Touthouse.com each day. Free Pick: Ohio -4.5 (Bill Young) Ohio gets the call Tuesday as they host Western [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321959&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:47:30 Illinois vs. Wisconsin Free Pick: Wisconsin -9 -110 odds Visit Touthouse.com for more expert college basketball picks from John Ryan 3* graded play on Wisconsin as they take on Illinois in Big-10 action set to start at 7:00 EST. Our proprietary sports handicapping model and simulator shows a high probability that Wisconsin will win this game by 10 [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321960&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:36:47 Calgary Flames vs. Ottawa Senators Free NHL Pick: Calgary +125 odds Visit Touthouse.com for more NHL hockey picks from Nick Parsons For a number of different reasons I believe the Flames are offering up decent value in this situation: The Flames won 6-3 at Scotiabank Place on March 3rd last year, as Miikka Kiprusoff improved to 5-0-0 in his [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321961&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:33:25 Colorado State vs. Air Force Free Pick: Under 119.5 (-110 odds) Tue February 9th 2010 10:00p Visit Touthouse.com for more NCAA basketball picks from LT Profits If you are looking for exciting offense, do not expect to find any when the Colorado State Rams visit the Air Force Falcons in a game that may even put insomniacs to sleep, [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321962&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:30:52 Throughout the offseason, as futile conversati... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321956&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:49:00 A while back, I mentioned the BP Kings dispersal draft. Well, after spending the past couple months staring at my roster, I submitted my list of keepers on Monday. We can protect up to 10 veteran players in this league, plus an unlimited number of rookies. The first full round of drafting is round 11, but [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321952&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:45:44 Links for Tuesday... I'll be on St. Louis radio station KFNS 590 AM at 1:30pm CST today. There's a Listen Live button on their site. Johnny Damon is a big fan of Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings, agent Scott Boras told http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321953&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:16:07 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321954&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:12:00 The Mets recently re-engaged the Diamondbacks in trade talks for catcher Chris Snyder, reports Joel Sherman of the New York Post. However, Sherman says there will be no deal because the Mets wanted the D'Backs to a... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321955&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:53:40 More photos »... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321951&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:00:25 The Yankees figure to be prominent players on the free agent market every offseason, however they threw us a changeup this winter and instead pulled off two major trades while committing no more than one year to any free agent. Curtis Granderson steps into the outfield for the next few seasons, and even though Javy [...] Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blog http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321950&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:30:15 In looking at the 49ers defense, the front seven is generally a fairly quiet group.  Obviously you've got Pro Bowlers like Patrick Willis and Justin Smith (even if it was because of injury, I'll still refer to him as such), but as we mentioned in http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321949&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:00:24 Paul Coro of the Arizona Republic reports a three-way trade between Detroit, Philly and Phoenix has at least been talked about. Keaton (a.k.a. the Trade Talker) doesn’t like the frontcourt return for Phoenix, while Matt marvels at trades happening (or not happening) because of finances rather than basketball. As for Stoudemire himself, if you have [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321948&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:46:49 Diamondbacks GM Josh Byrnes must have gone to a lot of swap meats and garage sales as a kid, because he has employed bargain shopping strategies this baseball off-season. For a team that has to win now but is also on a budget, I don’t know if Byrnes’ off-season could have gone any better. I, [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321947&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:31:18 It’s a foregone conclusion that Jerry Manuel is on the “Flushing short term managerial plan”. It’s hard to not like Jerry. He came off as personable, insightful, and easygoing when he first stepped into his predecessor Willie Randolph’s shoes. His dubious exodus from New York sent a message to me that things were about to change and that [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321946&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:00:17 I've said all off-season that Citi Field Walls in center and left field needed to be lowered. The walls are two panels high and while I didn't feel ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321943&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:52:00 If the Mets thought that they could wait until the week before spring training and suddenly they would get some incredible deals, well; the players have a counter tactic. In past years where players would call their agents around Janua... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321944&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:41:00 Joel Sherman takes a look at who's left who could help bolster the roster. First of all I couldn't agree more with Sherman's premiss, that you can't identify multiple areas that need improvement and then not improve any of them a... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321945&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:22:00 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Schedule If you are thinking of heading to Canton to see Floyd Little take his place among the NFL's Elite, here is a schedule of events happening that weekend(Aug. 6,7,8) http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321942&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:45:42 In a great piece that was picked up by Yahoo's Big League Stew as well as The Spin That Is Not Alive, Roberto over at Vin Scully Is My Homeboy pulled the scoop of the month when http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321941&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:00:00 View more news videos at: http://www.nbcwashington.com/video. ©2010 On Frozen Blog. All Rights Reserved.. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321939&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:42:42 Further evidence that, while Sunday travel was difficult, it could be done. Here's Washington Capitals General Manager George McPhee hopping the Metro rail in Bethesda Sunday morning—joining many in letting the trains carry them, albeit slowly, through the snow http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321940&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:19:33 via http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321938&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:01:52 The SI Swimsuit Edition is out today so for one of the few times all year we dedicate a few posts to scantily clad women in the name of Sports. Here's a quick look and take on this years 6 rookies 6. Sonia Dara, a beautiful Indian Woman http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321937&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:21:00 More than 2.8 million local viewers tuned into  CBS 3 last night to watch the New Orleans Saints defeat the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLIV. The program drew a 48.6 household rating/65.7 share, which translates to  more than 2.8 million viewers in the Philadelphia market, according to  Nielsen. The audience increased 5 percent over last year’s Super Bowl  telecast. CBS 3’s Eyewitness News at 11 p.m. with Susan Barnett, Chris May, Ka... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321936&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:58:00 Elena Dementieva, Flavia Pennetta, Yanina Wickmayer and Francesca Schiavone are the top four seeds at this week's Premier tournament in Paris, France. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321934&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:37:26 Pattaya City, Thailand | International Tournament | Prize Money: $220,000 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321935&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:24:34 If you're a Scout.com subscriber, check out this article on Kwame Geathers by David Hale. It talks about the transformation his body has undergone after showing up absurdly and shockingly out of shape last year at 355 lbs. He was so badly out of shape from a cardiovascular standpoint that he couldn't run a *half* gasser to the 50 yard line when he arrived. Damn. He's now down to 310, and feeling great. He's making it happen in... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321933&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:10:00 At least in looking at the scores from the Sabres games this weekend, I wasn’t the only one to have a “lost weekend”. I however, have the convenient excuse of turning 40 on Saturday, while the Sabres are running out of excuses. To give you an idea of what may have happened Saturday night/Sunday morning [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321932&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:38:12 Here's a fun winter exercise that will hopeully spark some debate: Who are the 20 most important members of the Red Sox organization? Globe colleague Chad Finn ranked the major league players the other day on Boston.com. But this Top... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321930&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:27:30 How it all went wrong. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321931&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:16:13 via TSN, The Montreal Canadiens got more bad news on the injury front on Tuesday, as RDS reports that defenceman Marc-Andre Bergeron will be sidelined for six to eight weeks with a left knee injury. Bergeron, 29, was signed as an unrestricted free agent last fall. In 51 games with the Canadiens this season, he has 10 goals and 28 points. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321928&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:35:44 from Frank Seravalli of the Philadelphia Daily News, Michael Leighton started his third straight game in goal for the Flyers last night in place of Ray Emery, who underwent an MRI yesterday on his sore left hip. A team source told the Daily News that Emery could have a torn labrum that may require surgery. General manager Paul Holmgren said the results from the MRI were not immediately available yesterday. ?It seems to be an issue with a lot of goalies in the league and we?re hoping t... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321929&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:29:54 See what I mean? Win some, lose some. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321926&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:37:01 To say Saturday was an emotional day for the Toronto Maple Leafs could be the understatement of the century. Already reeling from blowing a lead in New Jersey on Friday night, they learned of the tragic death of GM Brian Burke’s son, Brendan on an icy road in Indiana. Goonblog would like to extend our [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321927&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:10:17 Evan (HLP) is interviewed on Hotstove.com...awesomeness ensues. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321924&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:06:31 Do you want to sponsor a beat reporter? The world of baseball coverage is changing. Newspapers are doing less and less due to budgetary constraints. Teams like the Nationals don't even have anyone covering Spring Training right now. So, this intrepid former reporter is raising money to go cover his team. I'd have asked you guys for the same th... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321925&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:48:00 More... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321923&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:00:31 Kevin Williams is a junior defensive tackle from Springfield Hi... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321922&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:21:50 Mike Pelfrey Is In The Best Shape Of His Life ITBSOHL!! Pelfrey doesn’t blame his weight for last season’s troubles — he says he got to 257 pounds at one point last summer and will arrive in Port St. Lucie around 230 — but also knows that better shape physically translates into a better mental approach. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321921&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:31:23 Two new shirts added to the BCB store Based on requests last week, we've added two new shirts to the BCB store. The first one, as requested by ReichardZ, says "I start my morning with a Frosty Mug." The second one, as requested by tcyoung, is a Rally Lobster shirt. Go get yours... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321919&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:23:55 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321920&src=rss 2010-02-09T15:06:27 via ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321918&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:03:39 Remember the shitstorm after Bill Belichick congratulated Tom Coughlin with 0:01 on the clock at the end of Super Bowl XLII? Belichick was vilified by some (particular in the midwest) for not congratulating Coughling TWICE after the Giants won the game (there was some clock error, it went down to 0:00, everyone took the field, then it was fix... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321917&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:00 **I'll be Jeff Erickson's guest on Rotowire's BlogTalkRadio show starting at 12 noon central time today. **This week's Rotowire prospect piece will revolve around 2010 sleepers for major league success. **I haven't had time to work much on the larger pieces planned for this week. Later today I'll get one of the Not a Rookies posted, then tomorrow the larger pieces should start up with the Morales/Elbert comparison. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321916&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:25:14 Biggest Fastball Velocity Losses The Trop's ~ -1 MPH readings probably played a part in this. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321915&src=rss 2010-02-09T16:19:55 Thanks to the hard hitting work of the Sun-Times investigative unit the world has a list of just exactly what the Cubs equipment staff have packed for the trip to lovely, destitute Mesa, Arizona.  And, it leads to ghey-est headline we’ve had here since “Will Corey ever see a third ball?” While the list of what [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321914&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:23:41 Oh, well, he APOLOGIZED! That makes it all better. 0% (0 votes) Hellllll NO! I'm gonna BOO the big swolled up prick! 25% (1 vote) I'm bringing in containers of durty syringes to ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321913&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:35:58 To yesterday's post, the best argument someone made to me about WHY this is important is because of the message it shows. If all 435 of us Nats fans show us that reading about the Nats is important and that we're willing to pay for more coverage, it can only lead to more coverage whether at CSNWashington.com or ESPNDC.com or wherever. That's a great point, and one I completely missed. So, umm, http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321912&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:40:00 Sherman also says the Mets re-engaged the D-Backs about C Chris Snyder. However, the Mets asked Arizona to pick up nearly all of Snyder’s $4.75 million 2010 contract, which the D-Backs declined to do. … from what i recall, the D-Backs want a major-league pitcher in return for snyder… way back when, of course the Mets tried [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321900&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:27:10 … at least it’s not the actual dropped pop-up from the Yankees game… http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321901&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:17:44 Mets RHP Mike Pelfrey told the New York Post he lost 25 pounds, he also discusses the team’s chances in 2010, as well as what went wrong for him in 2009. “I’m going to come out and have a good year, not only for myself but for the team,” Pelfrey said. “We need to come back [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321902&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:11:47 …by the way, it’s always worth remembering, cone was 20–3 with four complete-game shut outs and a 2.22 ERA in 1988, during which he struck out 213 batters in 231 innings… tremendous… yet he finished third in Cy Young voting, behind Orel Hershiser and Danny Jackson… http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321903&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:45:16 I will be live blogging from Tradition Field in St. Lucie on Feb. 23 through Match 6, which spans workouts to the first few pre-season games. I’m thinking we should do a MetsBlog Meet-Up on either Saturday, March 6, or Friday, March 5. If you will be in St. Lucie around that time, and would like to meet [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321904&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:26:15 … zuckerman used to work for the Washington Times, covering the Nationals… he’s now on his own, and decided to keep blogging… i hope he raises the money needed to make the trip, as it will be an interesting experiment in user-funded, on-demand content, cutting out the publisher… http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321905&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:09:48 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321906&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:05:49 Newsday’s David Lennon said on Twitter, “Keith Hernandez and Daniel Murphy already have begun working out together in Port St. Lucie.” …murphy told me he and keith were supposed to connect in Florida during the winter, but could they could get their schedules to overlap… i’m glad to see them getting in early work before camp [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321907&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:03:25 According to research from Matthew Carruth at FanGraphs, Oliver Perez lost 1.2 miles per hour on his fastball last season, 15th worst in baseball. …i have to think that is mostly because of his knee, and not being able to get the right pivot off his front leg… “I’m excited,’’ Perez said last week at the [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321908&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:14:01 … eric believes there will be four spots up for grabs… it’ll probably end up being two bench guys and two arms, though it will depend on how the team decides to treat the rotation through the first two weeks of the season… http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321909&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:09:47 Dan Roche tweeted something about Youk, Manny D and a few more Sox ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321910&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:28:00 PETE SAMPRAS UNCORKED A 136MPH SERVE IN THE FIRST SET AGAINST VERDASCO http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321899&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:24:00 There was a long feature on Martin Scorsese, who has a new thriller/horror movie coming out, in the Times last weekend: It’s hard not to suspect, as you listen to him discoursing with a certain relish about the technical problems of the film and the rigors of shooting in a mental hospital — “It’s not a [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321898&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:34:29 Blackburn fan dies after collapsing during Stoke match Whilst there was some fantastic and exciting football over the weekend, it must not be forgotten that a man lost his life at the Stoke v Blackburn match.  The Blackburn fan, Mr Taylor, was found unconscious just after half-time after an incident in the Brittannia Stadium's South Stand.  Police have detained a 25 year old man to "help with their enquiries" after details where released of how the incident trans... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321897&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:59:00 In what has become a weekly event, three Washington Nationals bloggers weighed in on this question for Hot Stove: After failing to land Orlando Hudson, the Nationals instead settled on Adam Kennedy to play second base in 2010. What are your thoughts on this signing, and do you think the team should’ve stretched its budg... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321896&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:22:42 Kids, don’t try this at home. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321895&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:07:07 Your Women’s Version Of The Super Bowl This would be like some nightmare in which you are forced to watch this game with a bunch of women while talking about shoes. The dream would be you looking for the remote control yelling things like “I’m missing the Super Bowl” while all the chicks in the room [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321890&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:51:19 My apologies for being absent from Friday until now...needless to say..was a whirlwind weekend with no time to type out opinion on what was going on in Blueland. But I'm back (nananana)...so let's see if we can talk about something that came to mind in the last day or so. Now with the Kaptain departed and the upheaval that ensued afterwards I have a question that I'd like to get your answers to. I myself have my own opinion..and of course I'm not shy and am ready to shar... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321889&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:04:00 NOTE – This was written just prior to the Thames signing, but it still works to support the addition. The following is an excerpt from a recent ESPN article by Mathew Carruth titled “The Perils of Pinch-Hitting.” In 2009, major league pinch-hitters hit a combined .225/.315/.353, significantly worse than their starting counterparts, who hit .264/.334/.421. That’s not [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321888&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:03 Over the weekend, three independent minor league baseball teams had manager and coaching announements: Gary Railcats (Northern League):  http://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/?id=3961634 Orange County Flyers (Golden League):  http://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/?id=3961509 Edinburg Roadrunners (United League):  http://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/?id=3961665 If you have opinions on these announcements then feel free to leave relevant comments on th... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321887&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:05:41 About this time last year - John Tortorella was sitting with Glen Sather and making a case about why... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321886&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:33:00 The City of New Orleans has had its share of losing quarterbacks: Archie Manning, Jeff Blake, and Aaron Brooks. Now they will be honoring a losing quarterback on the other team. The Saints will be having a parade through town today honoring the loss by Peyton Manning. The parade, which started in Miami, will have floats dedicated to Peyton Manning crying, getting sacked, and throwing interceptions. They will also be marching bands encouraging chants such as "Peyton's No Eli", "... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321877&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:51:00 The Mystery of the Missing Water Fountains. Hysteria broke out yesterday, when reports were flying around the Internet that the Cavaliers had removed all the water fountains from The Q. Some say this was done to force fans into spending $4 for bottled water at the concession stands, while a team spokesman says that it was done to reduce the spread of diseases, like the Swine Flu. Neither of those arguments really makes any sense . . . and neither does the fact that the water fountains were ta... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321876&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:20:12 Daily Vikings Trivia Running back Chester Taylor carried the ball 460 times in 2006 and 2007 combined.  That was more than any other player in his first two seasons with the Vikings. Related posts:Daily Vikings Trivia (11-19-09) Chester Taylor’s Best Games Daily Vikings Trivia (12-29-09) Chester Taylor vs New York Viking Trivia (9-1-09) Daily Vikings Trivia (10-19-2009) Chuck [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321875&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:30:06 When Derek Dooley left Ruston, Louisiana, home of the Squire Creek Peach Festival, Louisiana Tech tapped Arizona’s offensive coordinator Sonny Dykes to take the helm. Now that Dykes is the head coach, he is the front man for disciplining his players. First up to receive the wrath of Dykes is 5th year senior QB Ross [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321874&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:38:19 There has been some talk on different sites about WWE rebranding ECW after WrestleMania this year. Let's face it; the ECW brand has been the red headed step-child of WWE since it was restarted in 2006 & hasn't really shined as a legitimate brand. Related posts:The Top 5 Moments in WWE / EC... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321870&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:28:07 Donovan McNabb said in an ESPN interview that he feels Michael Vick deserves a chance to be a starter. I cannot believe that McNabb would even dream of wanting Vick to play on another team next season. Shocking isn't it? Related posts:The Michael Vick-Donovan McNabb Quarterback C... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321871&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:17:12 Manny Pacquiao recently failed to negotiate a fight against Floyd Mayweather. Pacquiao was keen to accept the said blood test but should not be 12 days before the fight because it might weaken him, and Mayweather's Camp didn't accept those excuses, thus it paves way to Joshua Clottey. Related posts:No Justice Served For Pacqui... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321869&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:10:30 YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) — Eastern Michigan University... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321868&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:00:00   9 days until pitchers and catchers I’ve had it uptohere with everyone panicking over the impending snow storm heading to NYC by tonight. Yes it is going to snow and snow a lot, about a foot and yes all the assholes will attack the local supermarket to buy 10 gallons of milk and 15 loaves [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321867&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:01:00 Elena Dementieva talks about Justine Henin and Amelie Mauresmo from Paris Elena Dementieva spoke to the press at the All-Access Hour, where she talked about her loss to Justine Henin at the Australian Open and about Amélie Mauresmo´s retirement. “I was watching the matches in Australia and getting ready for this tournament,” Dementieva said. “It has [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321864&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:16:31 Watch Tennis Online WTA Paris OPEN GDF SUEZ Live Free Video Streaming Tuesday February 9th 2010 WTA Paris OPEN GDF SUEZ 06:30 ET to 11:30 ET Link 1 Link 2 08:00 ET to 13:00 ET Link 1 13:00 ET to 15:00 ET Link 1 More links at Channel Surfing ATDHE.net LiveScoreHunter Related Posts:Watch Australian Open Womens Final Tennis Live Online Free Video StreamingWatch Australian Open [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321865&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:36:36 Sorana Cirstea’s Paris Blog Check out Sorana Cirstea´s new blog post from Paris… Sorana is living in Paris since she moved to the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy and this week she will be playing at the OPEN GDF SUEZ…. Monday, February 8, 2010 Hello everyone I’ve been based in Paris since December and it has become one of [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321866&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:23:41 When looking for undervalued players in the late rounds it... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321862&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:46:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321863&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:26:00 Potentially huge blow to our Olympic team, and to the... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321859&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:05:00 Ahmay is 20 years old, 5'6, from Texas, USA. She has a R... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321860&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:00:00 Boston is in Buff... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321861&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:13:00 I love your blog, just bookmarked it! Regards Evelina Get Ex Back http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321858&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:14:09 February 9, 2010 Youthful and poised, Erik Spoelstra took the helm as Miami Heat head coach with the support of his peers and players just one season ago. But Miami's... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321857&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:45:00 Although Chicago Cubs general manager Jim Hendry has gone back and forth on whether or not the Cubs are done making moves this offseason, he waivers the most when asked about the bullpen. There can be no doubt that he’d like to add another right-handed reliever if the right opportunity comes along. It’s been rumored [...] Related posts: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321856&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:01:09 By Jake McCormick The 2009-10 Milwaukee Bucks season has been a rollar coaster identity search sandwiched between two winning streaks. But what does that mean for their post-All-Star Break run? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321854&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:59:13 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321855&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:25:22 It's an annual tradition, the NFL season wraps up... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321853&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:30:00 The spurned by the state’s... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321852&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:54:00 Leave a comment with the date that you think Jason Castro will get called up to the Astros. Winner gets a prize, and entries must be received by February 20. If more than one person gives the same date, winner will be randomly drawn. "Opening Day" is a valid entry. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321851&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:12:00 Berdych overcomes Ode... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321846&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:25:00 Fe... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321847&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:53:00 Watch Tennis Online ATP San Jose SAP Open Live Free Video Streaming Tuesday February 9th 2010 ATP San Jose SAP Open 12:30 ET to 20:30 ET Link 1 Link 2 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321848&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:31:00 Watch Tennis Online Brasil Open Costa do Sauipe Live Free Video Streaming Tuesday February 9th 2010 Brasil Open Costa do Sauipe 13:00 ET to 20:00 ET Link 1 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321849&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:29:00 Watch Tennis Live ATP Rotterdam AMRO World Tennis Tournament Online Free Video Streaming Tuesday February 9th 2010 ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament 07:30 ET to 13:00 ET Link 1 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321850&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:26:00 You talk about your "you lost and you are dead to me!" scenario, the Indianapolis Colts returned home Monday afternoon to a grand total of eleven well wishers.  I would venture a guess that the majority of the crowd were ugly women. I guess other people had trouble getting there because it was a work day and tractors had to be serviced.  Or college basketball commitm... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321843&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:46:00 ESPN's Chris Berman, who has been with that network since the day they first started, is being recruited by the NFL Network. (The Big Lead) Berman's contract with the WWL is up in May and as we hear it, no one is in a hurry to sign him b... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321844&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:38:00 There is no bigger bunch of arrogant jerks then those that run the Chicago Cubs.  Their President, Crane Kenney , seems to embody  that sense of  entitlement that White Sox fans have come to loathe and despise from their north side rivals. As you may have heard, the Cubs played a game of chicken with Florida and Arizona to see who would give them ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321845&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:01:00 News: Speaking on 670 The Score (WSCR-AM) in Chicago, new Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz praised TE Greg Olsen for his versatility but also said that a pr... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321842&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:56:01 The Philadelphia Daily News reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Brian Westbrook appears as if he is not planning to retire. Westbrook said during a radio interview Monday, Feb. 8, that he is "just trying to enjoy this offseason and trying to get ready for this next upcoming season." W... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321833&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:05:01 Bears MLB Brian Urlacher (wrist) is expected to be ready to participate when the offseason program begins. Urlacher is a workout maven and should return to action in tip-top shape. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321834&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:56 Yankees GM Brian Cashman said Monday that he has not begun contract extension negotiations with Derek Jeter or Mariano Rivera. Both players are eligible for free agency at the conclusion of the 2010 season, but the Yank... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321835&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:53 Cam Ward's back injury will be monitored for a couple of weeks. "After a couple of weeks, they'll have a better understanding of his condition," GM Jim Rutherford said. [...] Read more Cam Ward news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321836&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:44 The Heat and Bobcats are both interested in trading for Wizards center Brendan Haywood, as are the Rockets and Trail Blazers. According to Ken Berger of CBSSports. [...] Read more Brendan Ha... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321837&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:31 The New York Post's George A. King III reports New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said the team will not negotiate new deals for manager Joe Girardi, SS Derek Jeter or CL http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321838&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:04 News: Orlando guard Vince Carter silenced his critics in a big way on Monday night. He silenced the Hornets in the process. Carter scored a season-high 48 points on an incredible 19 of 27 from the field and the Magic came all the way back to beat the Hornets, 123-117. Carter nailed 6 of 10... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321839&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:56:13 The Warriors have decided not to sign guard Coby Karl to another 10-day contract. In a few days, Karl went from being a starter to being off the team, but such is life for a D-League callup. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321840&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:56:13 Rio Ferdinand has withdrawn his appeal against the extra one-match suspension he received for a "frivolous" challenge to a violent conduct charge brought against him by the Football Association. Read more Rio Ferdinand news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321841&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:56:02 One week until Fat Tuesday, but Mike Pelfrey wont be participating.The Mets pitcher is prepared to arrive in camp next week some 25 pounds lighter than last season and believes that will propel him to new heights after a disappointing 2009.I was pretty upset with not only... Read more Mike Pelfrey news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321828&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:12:01 Beat writer Brad Biggs says that the Bears may let impending restricted free agent LB Jamar Williams move on. Williams, a fourth-round pick in 2006, set a career-high in tackles this season with 35. [...] Read more Jamar Williams news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321829&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:10:25 Tuomo Ruutu (upper body) will return to the Hurricanes lineup on Tuesday. It will be Ruutu's first game since he suffered an upper body injury while fighting Colorado's Darcy Tucker on January 8th. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321830&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:09:12 Steve Blake is part of a few recent trade rumors, tied to potential deals with the Heat, Magic and Wizards. Apparently the Trail Blazers might part with Blake and Travis Outlaw to land Brendan Haywood. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321831&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:07:07 Panthers beat writer Darin Gantt says "it's becoming more and more clear that [Julius] Peppers isn't going to be here next year." During a radio interview, Peppers essentially said that he doesn't want to sign a long-term deal with the Panthers anymore. [...] Read more Julius Peppers news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321832&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:05:23 I just wanted to say thanks to everyone for their Birthday Wishes. 31 never felt so good!!! I... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321827&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:43:00 The Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks each got back on track with bug wins on Saturday night. The Bulls defeated the Miami Heat 95-91 in front of a crazy home crowd at the United Center.  The win snapped a 3-game losing streak after the team had played so well on their west coast road trip.  Luol Deng [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321826&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:37:00 Now that Tiger Woods has been released from the Gentle Path sex addiction clinic, Playboy saw fit to post photos of Wood's look-a-like wife Kim Hiott. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321822&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:00:20 Terry O’Neill, president of NOW, released a statement on Monday claiming the Tim Tebow Super Bowl XLIV commercial promotes domestic violence. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321823&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:33:16 When Zoe Saldana is part of the cast, good things can happen. In the case of The Losers, one of the best things to happen is Zoe showing off her figure. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321824&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:13:37 A new study of 100 commercial beers shows the beverage is a significant source of dietary silicon, a key ingredient for bone health. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321825&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:46:46 Monday, February 8th 1 Kansas 80 Final 14 Texas 68 5 Villanova 82 Final 4 West Virginia 75 Loyola (IL) 47 Final 15 Butler 62 Robert Morris 53 Final 23 Pittsburgh 77 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321817&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:03:00 New Jersey at Cleveland Chicago at Indiana Minnesota at Philadelphia Washington at Charlotte 7:00 PM Houston at Miami Sacramento at New York Detroit at Milwaukee Atlanta at Memphis Dallas at Denver Oklahoma City at Portland Utah at LA Clippers http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321818&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:02:00 Orlando 123 NO 117 Dallas 127 Golden State 117 Los Angeles Lakers 101 San Antonio Spurs 89 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321819&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:59:00 Boston at Buffalo Florida at Carolina Nashville at NY Islanders Calgary at Ottawa Vancouver at Tampa Bay Detroit at St. Louis Dallas at Chicago http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321820&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:52:00 Monday, February 8th New Jersey 2 Final Philadelphia 3 San Jose 3 Final Toronto 2 St. Louis 2 Final Colorado 5 Edmonton 1 Final Phoenix 6 Los Angeles 2 Final Anaheim 4 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321821&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:48:00 Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning started heading towards the locker room before time even expired in Super Bowl XLIV. He didn’t shake hands, he didn’t answer questions, he just left the field, while the Saints knelt the ball and ran down the clock. It was barely a footnote to the Super Bowl, but compare the [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321815&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:00:37 Vince Carter scored 34 of his season-high 48 points in the second half, rallying Orlando to a second straight victory, 123-117 over the New Orleans Hornets. Carter scored nine during a 19-0 rally in the second half of Sunday’s 96-89 win at Boston. The veteran was on fire again in the late going against the Hornets. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321816&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:17 Could there be a more odd pairing? Bud Selig, who did more for steroids in baseball than BALCO, will get a statue next to Hank Aaron's statue in Milwaukee. "We are proud to honor Commissioner Selig... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321808&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:48:00 A New Orleans woman, Florellen Rickard, accidently swallowed a New Orleans Saints earring while taking her vitamins last week. Emergency room doctors initially pushed it further down her throat while... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321809&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:44:00 Pamela Anderson slipped at the Super Bowl...during an appearance at Miami's Play Nightclub. NSFW pic. Return to Bob's Blitz homepage. Bob's Blitz Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321810&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:18:00 TMZ Sports reports that the San Antonio Spurs sent a letter to the Dirty.com demanding that they remove naked photos of George Hill because they shine a negative light on the team. Apparently that's... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321811&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:14:00 The Colts are 13-2 favorites to win SuperBowl XLV according to Bodog.com. Other notables - Chargers are 8-1, Giants 20-1, and the New York Jets are 25-1. Full list: Indianapolis Colts 13/2 San... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321812&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:03:00 A man wearing his underwear around his neck, shirtless and wearing women's pants with a hole in the crotch exposing his genitals, with pornographic items on the ground around him, was arrested in... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321813&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:53:00 A 17-year-old boy crashed his parents' car through the doors of Shorecrest High School in Shoreline, Colorado. He then drove it down the hall. Cops don't believe alcohol was involved. Return to... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321814&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:50:00 Jerry Manuel: Note: It took some self con... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321805&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:20:00 Pelfrey: One week until Fat Tuesday, ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321806&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:21:00 How often does a player like the Yankees’ Robinson Cano, a man who hit .320 (204-for-637), hit 25 home runs and drove in 85 runs in 2009, draw this much criticism? Is it because he sometimes fails in the clutch? Is he not as selective at the plate – walking just 30 times in 674 plate [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321803&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:03 So says Twins owner Jim http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321804&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:00:00 Reports broke yesterday that Chris Berman may leave ESPN for the NFL Network of Direct TV. We decided to take this opportunity to run down his greatest hits on a network he will never leave: YouTube. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321802&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:17:53 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321795&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:03:59 Every now and again, some football wonk will assemble a list of the greatest busts in the history of the NFL, a determination generally based on three criteria: a) high placement in the draft; b) loud hype going into the draft; c) a pro career that stinks worse than Rip Torn at the bank. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321796&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:44:08 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321797&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:26:56 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321798&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:15:39 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321799&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:13:08 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321800&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:07:39 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321801&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:31:31 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321794&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:29:17 Shortly following the news that Goodell would reinstate Dante Stallworth...Cleveland made the decision to part ways...New England's offense was at its best with Moss Stallworth and Welker in 2007... Could we see round 2... After Dante the other Patriot receivers... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321793&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:13:00 By Anna Italia       ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321792&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:32:00 By Anna Italia Here are the thoughts from FC Juven... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321791&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:26:00 Congratulations to Brooklyn Decker for gracing the cover of the 2010 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition. It was a long time coming. What a great picture, but I must say she is even prettier in person. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321790&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:50 According to Adam Rubin, the Mets will lowed the centerfield walls in Citi Field. Currently, the wall stands 16 feet tall in front of the Home Run Apple. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321789&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:21:00 Nick and I are back and we run through the Super Bowl, albeit a day late. 
We also tackle the Super Bowl commercials to give some of our favorite and least favorite spots in the game. (For more on my favorites, check The Sporting Blog. And we talk about Vegas. A lot more on that in the next few days, but I’ll give you this: I finished 14th in the Trash Talk Championship of the World. The guys at Victory Poker were very gracious and equally as cool to hang out with. I had the... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321787&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:23:16 (Al Michaels and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Photo courtesy of Inhistoric) For 36 years, ABC showcased Monday Night Football and was considered the most esteemed NFL carrier, in thanks to broadcast icons like Howard Cosell and Keith Jackson. But the ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321788&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:51:40 Newyorkrangers.com gives highlights of last... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321784&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:58:00 ESPN bumps the Rangers up five spots to #23 in their recent power rankings... 23. Rangers - Sterling effort by Lundqvist in an important win Saturday against New Jersey, but the Rangers seem to be a team adrift and in need of a string of quality starts from their top players if they're going to claw back into the playoff mix. While http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321785&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:47:00 New York Post - Rangers try not to hit 'break' too soon Daily News - Henrik Lundqvist, Rangers stave off lure of Winter Olympics with three games left Newsday - http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321786&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:44:00 Le Tour Mediterranean (The Mediterranean Tour) is a 5 day stage race in southern France running Feb 10-14th. It's the hardest race before Paris-Nice. Route map, stage maps, profiles, timetables and team rosters now posted. Big photos from Sirotti after each stage. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321783&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:49:24 Boston College built a 4-1 lead and turned back BU’s two goal rally before the Terriers could tie the game to capture the school’s 15th Beanpot Tournament Championship, and second in three years. BC and BU have now split four games this season in four different venues with BC winning at BU and at the [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321782&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:52:34 From Ryan Dittmeier: Despite their iconic status, the Yankees have no plans to discuss new contracts with Derek Jeter and Mariano Rivera until after the season -- and the same goes for the manager, Joe Girardi, general manager Brian Cashman told the New York Post in a story published Tuesday. The contracts of all t... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321781&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:48:00 Back in October, Pete Dougherty wrote the following: Regardless of his current role, linebacker A.J. Hawk says he would like to remain with the Packers beyond this season. That decision, though, almost surely will come down to whether he’s willing to take a major pay cut from the $4.1 million he’s scheduled to make in base salary [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321780&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:03:47 USHL Press Release http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321779&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:28:00 Here’s to the Class of 2010. And I don’t mean the newest Hall of Famers. How cool is it that this year marks the release of biographies on some of the true icons of the game? The Last Hero: A Life of Henry Aaron, by Howard Bryant The Last Boy: Mickey Mantle and the End of America’s Childhood, [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321778&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:08:24 Spring is in the air! Actually, it is freezing cold outside, but we have fantasy baseball projections in the house, the 2010 Baseball Cheatsheet Compiler & Draft Buddy ready to roll, and much more on the horizon. The countdown is on to your fantasy baseball draft. Are you ready? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321776&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:28:22 The Blue Jays are overflowing with pitchers, five of whom are out of options. In a recent article, MLB.com's Jordan Bastian named Brian Tallet, http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321764&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:27:02 Can you figure out where a player is likely to be drafted without looking at ADP? We recently proposed a new metric called xDP, or expected draft position, based on factors like recent production, growth, upside, risk, and scarcity. Paul Singman at The Hardball Times has done yeoman’s work on the topic by measuring how recent production [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321765&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:20:53 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321766&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:22 When looking for undervalued players in the late rounds it's common to find guys who are being picke... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321767&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:46:00 The Atlanta Braves haven't come out yet to say that they don't want http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321768&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:03:26 We will be rolling out plenty of 2010 fantasy baseball coverage in the coming days, weeks and months, but let’s start right here with player-by-player profiles of our rough top 100 preseason rankings. Stay tuned to the site for more player profiles, draft kit information, rankings, sleepers, busts, etc. as Spring Training approaches. Carlos Pena, 1B, [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321769&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:00:15 Using ADP data and graphs to show which stats capture our liking. Read more great baseball stuff at The Hardball Times. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321770&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:29:57 Jared Cross has recently taken the time to see how well last year’s projections matched up with what really happened in 2009. Here are the correlations they observed in fantasy (SGP) terms: Averaged Projections Fantistics The Sporting News Marcel Steamer ZiPS CHONE PECOTA 2008 Stats Averaging all the projections together produced the best results, but the next best options were the Fantisticsand TSN projections. For projection rate [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321772&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:50:37 There are a few teams looking for a right-handed bat off the bench and the Baltim... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321773&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:01:09 Yes, folks. Catch me tomorrow night as I visit with Todd “The True Guru” Farino, RC “The Numbers Don’t Lie” Rizza, and Rhett Oldham on Fantasy Baseball Tonight! We’re going to talk about Todd’s fierce love of sabermetrics, the rapidly concluding FBTM Expert Slow Mock Draft, as well as the 2010 FBTM Premier League! Thanks for [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321774&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:00:12 More photos » ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321763&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:23 As Spring Training nears, the Yankees’ numbers are slowly talking center stage. Now, I’m not talking about wOBA, UZR or other intriguing numbers. Rather, I’m talking about those numbers on the backs of all of the players’ jerseys. As the old concessionaire’s saying goes, you can’t tell the players without a scorecard, and the [...] Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blog http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321762&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:30:43 The Daily News is reporting that Citi Field is getting a little trim, particularly in center field.  The height of Citi Field’s center-field wall will be sliced in half, making the ballpark more homer-friendly, the Daily News has learned. Last season, the wall measured 16 feet in front of the sparsely used Home Run Apple. Now, with [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321761&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:43:31 Good Morning Broncos Country!  Obviously, most of the news in the NFL is focused on the Saints in the aftermath of their 31-17 win in SB44.  With the Combine just a couple of weeks away, however, tha... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321760&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:04:03 When the PGA Tour introduced the FedExCup to begin in 2007, it seemed like a lot of the rationale behind shortening the most relevant part of the season was because the Tour didn't want to compete with the start of the professional and collegiate football season.  In all actuality, that was probably a big influence, but so too were the demands from players that the season was shorter so that they could take advantage of playing opportunities (read: appearance fees) abroad.&nbsp... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321759&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:00:28 He doesn't say much and can't make a... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321757&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:00:00 Great news for those of yo... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321758&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:00 UConn Football links The Big East’s best: No. 18, Lawrence Wilson [ESPN.com - Big East Blog] UConn Women’s Basketball links Hartley, Walker WBCA All-Americans [Jim Fuller - New Haven Register] Doty Rebounds/Senior Night [Rich Elliott - Connecticut Post] No. 1/1 Women’s Basketball Heads to Chicago Looking for No. 63 [UConnHuskies.com] Guard Duty Suits Huskies [Hartford Courant] Defense: Yet Another Highlight [Hartford Courant] Bearcats [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321756&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:04:04 Standings: Andrew - 5 Preserve Jon - 3 Caleb - 3 Joseph - 2 8008 WFC's - 2 Utility Derek - 2 Mike The Mac Guy - 1 Jstocksazag12 - 1 Roy - 1 cnovick21 - 1 I have no idea who the dude on the right is. Do you know who that ex-Phillie is standing with him? Name that player! http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321755&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:23:00 Those of you hanging around during Euro 2008 may remember The Unlikely Fan from his newfound Oranje fandom after moving to Amsterdam from the States. As you may expect of a comedian, or comedic actor of a comedic troupe, he was quite funny, and his bits – or segments, not the intro – were one [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321754&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:10:21 Herald Trading Ray Allen only hope for C’s http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321753&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:34:00 While we’re all anxiously awaiting the official signing of Yorvit Torrealba, here’s something that caught my eye: Gaslamp Ball informs us that Tony Gwynn’s daughter recently got married to former Padres farmhand Kennard Jones. That got me to wondering what I’d said about Jones back in the day. The Padres selected Jones out of the University [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321752&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:38:07 Lest you think that Ben Zobrist hasn’t been keeping his swing fine-tuned this off-season, he recently led a team of neighborhood youngins in a game of Wiffle Ball against a team led by TobyMac. Don’t know who TobyMac is? Shame on you! He is “one of the first Christian rappers” according to his Wikipedia page. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321751&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:00:17 Here is part-2 of the two-part Atlanta Braves prospect Q&A with Baseball America's Bill Ballew. For part-1 click here. Q:  Which young player package will be better in the long run? Which group would you prefer? (A) http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321749&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:28:03 I decided to swing by the Braves Caravan on Monday 2/8 that was taking place at the Publix right down the street from my house in Suwanee, GA.  I left work at 4 PM thinking I would get there at 4:30 and that would give me enough time to park and be ready for them to arrive at 5 PM.  Well, when I got there I saw a line that went all the way down the strip mall, around the corner and around the back of the bu... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321750&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:55:28 (section214 and others have made comments to this effect repeatedly, but a delightful subsection of this town -- Grant "Peaches" Napear included -- still doesn't get it.) http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321747&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:44:10 Another active buyer in trade talks, the Mavericks, haven’t pushed hard for Kevin Martin in their conversations with Sacramento, sources say. That’s an indication that the Mavs are focused on another wing who’d fit their needs – Washington’s Caron Butler. CBS Sports' Ken Berger, who begs the question: "Then why on Ea... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321748&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:20:47 What could possibly be better than learning Sports Law during ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321746&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:50 Hi everyone.  We're still facing some serious snow issues, with another 10-20 inches of snow apparently on the way today.  I'm enjoying the snow, but thinking about baseball does remind me that spring is just around the corner.  Baseball Think Factory's Dan Szymborski has been running through mlb teams in reverse alphabetical order, so the Blue Jays are one of the last teams, and not one of... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321745&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:27:18 Well that was just about as surprising as Montel Williams and the Progressive lady both slamming 5 Hour Energy Drinks and making a commercial where they bang and talk about premium financing. After almost two periods of leaving fat rebounds in front of Marty Brodeur and loose pucks in our own high slot James Van Rhymestein energizes the Wach, and the Flyers bench, with a snapper that beats Monsieur Le Big Mac and Harntell and Carter follow up with a tally of their own. And the Flyers come bac... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321744&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:28:02 Ask any Capital about the winning streak, most would say, "It's great, but we have a bigger goal." It is true that many of the players in this locker room know what a mountain it is to climb to be on a streak such as this. They may have reached the steepest part of the mountain.If the Caps want a shot at the record, they would have to win the next three on the road before the Olympic break. And http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321743&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:39:00 Carolina star seeking a new employer ... Could it be here? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321742&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:52:29 This post is sponsored by T-Mobile. It's true, though it's also one of those things that won't seem true until it actually happens. But as it stands now, thanks to this blog's partnership with T-Mobile, I'll be heading to All-Star weekend in Dallas. Not sure with the actual itinerary yet. The overall goal is to see and do a bunch of things, the least of which include attending the Rookie Game, All-Star Saturday Night, and the big game in Cowboys Stadium. And of course ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321741&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:00:19 from Gene Wang of the Washington Post, The Washington Capitals in recent years have moved more aggressively than any other NHL team toward embracing social media Web sites such as Twitter and Facebook, targeting supporters who get their information from non-traditional outlets. Now, with the team in the midst of a franchise-record winning streak led by one of the world?s most dynamic hockey players in Alex Ovechkin, owner Ted Leonsis is hoping the social media strategy will pay off in exp... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321739&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:59:50 from Elliotte Friedman of CBC, • Lighter stuff: one of the funniest players in the NHL, Shawn Thornton, had a weird moustache going Sunday as the Bruins ended their 10-game losing run in Montreal. He tried a beard to break the bad streak, but shaved it into a handlebar moustache when that failed. He trimmed down that version after another loss, leading to the victorious current version. ?Can?t shave it now,? Thornton said afterwards. ?It?s a winner.? • I think the Ilya Kovalchuk... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321740&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:30:17 ...post three days later? England actually not only manage a win at Twickenham in their opening Six Nations game but the score three tries in the process and it takes till Tuesday for a post. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321738&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:29:31 - - QPR REPORT Available on TWITTER! - For latest QPR news-related pieces and discussion, visit the growing QPR Report Messageboard. All QPR Perspectives genuinely welcomed! Or comment on any of the posts - http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321737&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:09:00 Excited by the prospect of turning left-hander Antonio Bastardo loose in the bullpen, and unclear on Kyle Kendrick's ability and Jamie Moyer's status, the Phillies would be well served to hold off on signing second-rate scrubs. Ruben Amaro says the Phillies are constantly keeping their eyes peeled on ways to improve the ballclub, but if there was ever a time to catch a little shut-eye, now is the time. It’s been another active, well-rounded offseason by the second-year GM. The... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321736&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:10:05 Meet the Mets In general, a good day for the Mets organization. Mookie Wilson is back. Bob Melvin is in as well. I can't see how either of these additions can be a bad th... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321735&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:18:33 Adam Rubin is reporting that the Mets are dropping the fence height in center field. Rubin reports in today’s New York Daily News that the second level of padding will be removed bringing the height down to 8 feet. In 2009 the fence was as high as 16 feet at it’s maximum height [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321734&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:47:22 Well I was right about the score (4-3), just wrong about the victor. The BC Eagles rode a 3 goal 2nd period, and sustained a valiant 3rd period comeback bid on their way to the 15th Beanpot title in program history. BC was simply too fast and too accurate with the puck for BU. It's really that simple. The Eagles' depth, and the fact that they put 5 forwards out on power plays really gives them unbelievable... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321733&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:58:00 More photos » Paul ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321732&src=rss 2010-02-09T14:00:42 The interwebs are all atwitter with rumors of Tiger?s return to competitive golf by the Masters. Last week, an Australian paper said that his first competitive rounds since the sex scandals would come at the Accenture Match Play Championships?a rumor Steve Williams quickly debunked. Now, ?inside sources? are saying that? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321731&src=rss 2010-02-09T13:13:01 Line of the Night: While there were only three games yesterday, the fantasy performances were strong. Jason Terry (1.27), who is quietly putting together yet another great year, led the pack by taking advantage of the Golden Ticket to score 36 points, with 6 rebounds, 9 assists and 6 threes in 42 minutes. For those [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321730&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:36:07 While we wrote about the possibility that the Jets could sign CFL Rush End Ricky Foley, are the Jets one of his top teams and will we know whether the Jets sign him by the weekend? Could be according to Canada.com. “There are three situations which are ideal,” [Foley's agent] Sheehy says. “It comes down to [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321727&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:16:37 We know what Rex would do if he was face-to-face with one of the minority owners of the Dolphins (KILLLLLLLLLLL!) but it seems that his quarterback has a little more tact … OK, fire them up, gang, let’s see those captions. Credit to old pal and celeb blogging prince JustJared who had the image we swiped. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321728&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:00:00 Sanchez waxes on the San Diego game. Sanchez is working to get used to the cold. Mark is embracing his Mexican roots (in Spanish). Chad Pennington is being inducted into the Marshall Hall of Fame in April. Could Berman go to DirecTV? If you thought their victory parade was sad … Donte Stallworth will be available this offseason. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321729&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:42:38 When I heard about manningface.com, it sounded funny. "All the different facial expressions of the Mannings," I was promised. Then when I went there, I just saw a bunch of pictures of the Mannings. If I didn't know what the site was called, I wouldn't even know they were supposed to be showing me facial expressions specifically. And the expressions aren't funny anyway. It's almost like I'm looking at the rejection pile of faces that weren't deemed fun... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321726&src=rss 2010-02-09T09:44:00 Using ADP data and graphs to show which stats capture our liking. Click the title to read more. Read more great baseball stuff at The Hardball Times. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321725&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:29:57 I was in elementary school during the last, sad years of my parents marriage. We had moved out of New York City to Westchester and lived on a street that was more country than suburban. I had a friend named Kevin who lived up the road in a big, dilapidated house. He kept a water-logged [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321724&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:58:18 If it was bound to happen eventually, it was going to happen on his terms. Bob Gainey stepped down as general manager of the Montreal Canadiens and named Pierre Gauthier as Executive Vice President and general manager. "I've done my best and now it's time for me to pass the torch," Gainey said on Monday. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321723&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:23:15 This summer, 32 nationa... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321722&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:43:00 F1 hunk Nico Rosberg was snapped looking very HOT at the Sports Gala 'Ball des Sports' (on February 6, 2010) in Wiesbaden, Germany.Sexberg arrived with his lovely girlfriend Vivian Sibold. We're not quite sure what award (if any) he won at the Gala, but the thing that counts is that he looked hot and he brought Vivian along.Some pics below! http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321718&src=rss 2010-02-09T21:03:00 1) Dominick Brown-OF The seemingly lone survivor of the 2 big trades of the last year for Philly. …I would think that he’ll be ready for sure in 2011, and potentially at some point in 2010. He’s got all the talent in the world to be a very good major league player. 2) Phillipe Aumont-SP I’m extremely high [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321717&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:00:13 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321716&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:32:00 The photo above is making the rounds in the Manc blogs this morning, as usual they seem to be interested in matters that do not concern them. Well here is their spin on things, they claim that the banner was there to mock the Everton fans on the fact that they did not qualify for the [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321715&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:15:10 It's true. It seems the Sabres are starting to fall asleep at the wheel. A team that was once in clear control of the Northeast Division is now clinging to a one point lead over Ottawa with just three games remaining before the Olympic break. So how did this happen? Well, there is a good chance I jinxed the team by writing one of my biggest homer articles ever, however, I refus... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321714&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:12:00 CD ALO - Man of the World Canibus - Melatonin Magik DJ Rap - Synthesis HIM - Screamworks: Love In Theory And Practice Hot Chip - One Left Stand Massive Attack - Heligoland Fear Factory - Mechanize Allison Moorer - Crows Pantha Du Prince - Black Noise Phantogram - Eyelid Movies Pierced Arrows - Descending Shadows Redman - Reggie Noble 9 1/2 Sade - Soldier of Love Scott-Heron, Gil - I'm New Here http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321713&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:52:00 Evans Clinchy, NESN: Nomar was in position to claim his place among the all-time legends of the game. His teammates loved him. His fans revered him. His peers had all the respect in the world for him: Alex Rodriguez and Derek Jeter were the first two American League shortstop phenoms to come along in the ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321712&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:02:12 A record 106.5 million people,... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321711&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:51:00 Every morning A Different League searches the nations press to bring you the latest goings on at Tottenham. Today: Peter Crouch has insisted that Tottenham have enough resources to create history and reach the Champions League for the first time. (Telegraph) Brad Friedel has hit back at accusations Aston Villa Football Club are boring. (Fans FC) Tottenham - Motty takes the mic and the goals. (A Different League) Harry Redknapp described L... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321700&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:54:45 Every morning A Different League searches the nations press to bring you the latest goings on at Manchester United. Today: Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has urged his team to continue their blistering form of recent weeks with some vital games between now and the end of the month. (IM Scouting) Manchester United - Lest we forget. (A Different League) Rio Ferdinand may withdraw appeal against four-game ban for elbowing to appease FA. (The... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321701&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:47:34 Every morning A Different League searches the nations press to bring you the latest goings on at Manchester City. Today: Manchester City v Bolton Wanderers: match preview. (Telegraph) Roberto Mancini confident top-four finish beckons for Manchester City. (Guardian) Robinho never showed the form he should have done at Manchester City, according to former Citizens' assistant manager Mark Bowen. (Goal.com) Mark Hughes is considering an offer... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321702&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:43:09 Every morning A Different League searches the nations press to bring you the latest goings on at Liverpool. Today: Steven Gerrard has warned his team-mates they cannot afford any more mistakes if Liverpool are to earn Champions League football next season. (The Metro) Liverpool - Fight for your right to party. (A Different League) Daniel Agger fighting fit to take centre stage for Liverpool FC. (Liverpool Daily Post) India's wealthiest ma... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321703&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:38:51 Every morning A Different League searches the nations press to bring you the latest goings on at Fulham. Today: Roy Hodgson will be going to Fulham owner Mohamed Al Fayed in the summer seeking the cash that might prevent another backs-to-the-wall season. (The Express) Fulham will be boosted by the return of Bobby Zamora and Simon Davies for tomorrow?s home clash with struggling Burnley. (the Mirror) Fulham are set to lose midfielder Kagisho Dikgacoi f... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321704&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:31:44 Every morning A Different League searches the nations press to bring you the latest goings on at Everton Today: Everton face anxious wait on how long Marouane Fellaini will be out. (Liverpool Echo) Derby fallout: red mist, red cards and red faces. (A Different League) Alan Hansen?s Premier League Preview: Everton v Chelsea. (Football Pools) Everton defender Philippe Senderos isn't surprised by Carlo Ancelotti's success at Chelsea. (Tribal... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321705&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:26:51 Every morning A Different League searches the nations press to bring you the latest goings on at Chelsea Today: Chelsea captain John Terry has issued a statement thanking his club's fans for their support following recent revelations about his private life. (Football.co.uk) John Terry expected to be fit for Chelsea's game at Everton. (The Guardian) Chelsea fans are being offered health checks before weekend home matches in a mobile screening unit at t... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321706&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:19:21 Every morning A Different League searches the nations press to bring you the latest goings on at Birmingham City. Today: Birmingham City insist there will be no bad blood in the West Ham United boardroom tomorrow when the old and new come face to face for the first time since Carson Yeung?s takeover. (Birmingham Mail) David Gold claims West Ham United are bigger than Birmingham City. (The Times) Veteran Phillips to the rescue. (A Different League)... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321707&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:13:33 A goalless draw against Tottenham at White Hart Lane meant that the Premier League table was left looking its familiar self with Liverpool creeping back into the top four ahead of Spurs, Manchester City and the Villans. The hosts were without a doubt the better side with 15 attempts on goal to Villa?s five, but it was the Birmingham side?s resolute defence that prevented the home side from taking all three points. The Villans can certainly boast that it was their eighth succe... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321708&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:47:13 Along with last weekend?s victory at home to Portsmouth came the 52nd anniversary of the Munich air disaster. A once again impeccably observed minutes silence was a stark reminder of the importance of life above a sport which is loved by the entire nation. The tragedy has an important part to play in the history of Manchester United and will never be forgotten by anyone involved with the club at any level. United have gone on to win the European Cup in both 1968 and 2008, 10 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321709&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:21:43 Perhaps the most exciting result for Hull City fans over the last three games has been the emergence of teenage midfielder Tom Cairney. Cairney was thrust into the Premier League by Hull boss Phil Brown in his sides crucial home tie with fellow strugglers Wolves. Despite the significance of the occasion and the pressure on both sides to perform, the 19-year-old put in a display that defied his age and experience. Cairney held firm in the centre of Hull?s midfield, often dicta... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321710&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:13:34 I always like to highlight well done videos and pictures from across the web. People are a lot funnier than the realize most of the time. Here is another one from the Bloody Elbow community, from a guy who refers to himself as LBO. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321699&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:17:10 I am sure now David Wright is happy. New Year resolution to have the Mets lower the height of the centerfield wall. Check! The Mets announced they will lower the center field wall that is 16 feet in height in front of the home run... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321698&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:32:00 Now that the Super Bowl has ended and Drew Br... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321697&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:40:00 It can be argued that the Ravens linebackers are the strongest part of the team. This isn’t a new phenomenon. They have been solid for years. What this year brought was another opportunity for a new guy to step and take the place of a solid starter. Pro Bowler Bart Scott had defected to [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321695&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:08:16 Another Post Courtesy of the Wall Street Journal - I kid Rupert Murdoch a lot when we see each other at the Friar's Club but his rag does supply an endless assortment of crap for my blog. The Wall Street Journal has a daily cartoon called Pepper and Salt that I really, really don't like. Apparently, rich Wall Street scumbags have their own unique... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321694&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:45:00 Saturday night’s game against the Miami Heat brought back some good memories. First, just seeing the number 35  jersey being filled out by a hefty young fella from the SEC sent me back to the days of the Bulls’ second three-peat with a young Jason Caffey (Bama) grabbing some boards off the bench, lending some [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321692&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:00:28 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321693&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:00:00 Clear your schedules, and get your clicking finger prepped: single game tickets for the Chicago Cubs are going on sale in just ten days on February 19. Some details from cubs.com on how you can secure your tickets: Via the Internet: Visitors to cubs.com can purchase tickets beginning at 10 a.m. CT on Feb. 19. A virtual waiting [...] Related posts: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321690&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:21:01 Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella is duty-bound to hate all things St. Louis Cardinals, but given his amicable relationship with Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa, it’s clear that Piniella doesn’t take his duty very seriously. And now, he’s gone and said approximately one million positive things about new Cardinals hitting coach / old Cardinals cheater Mark McGwire. “He [...] Related posts: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321691&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:19:34 Good morning readers, hope all is well. My daily post on news/links is here. Dodgers Blue Heaven posts some Dodger Hat Logo Cards {linked here}From Baseball Prospectus: Dodgers Top 11 Prospects { http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321689&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:00:00 Personal trainer. Athletic trainer. There is a difference. As a regular gym rat of sorts, I've worked with personal trainers in the past. Athletic trainers? Not so much. I didn't know the exact differences for a while, but then again, I never really had anyone working in either field w... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321688&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:18 No doubt, the right field and second base situations for the Rays are unsettled.  It all hinges on where they decide to station Ben Zobrist.  Or, IF they decide to station Ben Zobrist.  Matt Joyce figures to be in the right field mix.  He’s coming of a solid season at Triple-A Durham where he hit .273 [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321687&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:31:04 Humberto Quintero told Bernardo Fallas that he wants to be the everyday catcher. Quintero: "I've worked hard this offseason to improve 100 percent across the board, defensively and offensively. This year I hope to have more opportunities to play and show I can play every day and help the team. I'm ready to show manager (Brad Mills) and the club that I can play every day. That's my goal;... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321684&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:06:00 Because it's Rip the Astros time in Richard Justice's new blog post! This time, it's about the poor draft history of the post-World Series era (a valid sore spot, sure): I still don't think Drayton gets it, and some of the people involved are still employed. What a joke. Just thinking about it makes me mad all over again. The reasons for the Astros decline, according to Ju... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321685&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:55:00 Congratulations to Lance Berkman and former Astros/current Express pitching coach Burt Hooton, who were inducted into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in Waco last night. Here's a nice article on Hooton's nasty curve. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321686&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:42:00 Brasil Open Costa do Sauip... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321681&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:28:00 SAP Open ATP World Tour Results - Monday, 8 February ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321682&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:26:00 ABM AMRO World Tennis To... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321683&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:24:00 Robert Nilsson suited up for the Oilers on Monday night. He had watched the last three games from the press box as a healthy scratch. Nilsson played 15:01 of ice time, while registering six shots on goal and an assist in Edmonton's 6-1 loss to Phoenix. [...] Read... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321666&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:00:41 Marcel Goc (upper body) is projected to be alright to play on Tuesday against the Islanders. He was back practicing on Monday after sitting out Saturday's game with an upper-body injury. [...] Read more Ma... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321667&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:00:41 Mason was pulled from Monday's loss to the Avalanche after allowing five goals in 15 shots. [...] Read more Chris Mason news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321668&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:00:34 Conklin stopped all 18 shots faced after replacing an ineffective Chris Mason in Monday's loss to the Avalanche. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321669&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:00:34 Arsenal will again be without Eduardo for the Premier League visit of Liverpool on Wednesday night. Read more Eduardo news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321670&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:56:02 Gilbert Brule was back in the Edmonton lineup on Monday versus the Coyotes. He skated with http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321671&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:54:13 Tomas Holmstrom (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's ga... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321672&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:45:11 Niklas Kronwall http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321673&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:45:11 Arsene Wenger has brushed aside a broadside from Michael Ballack over his grudging praise for Chelsea in the wake of their win over Arsenal at the weekend. Read more Michael Ballack news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321674&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:40:02 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321675&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:36:11 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321676&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:27:11 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321677&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:18:11 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321678&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:18:11 Marouane Chamakh has been linked with Arsenal several times but Arsene Wenger insists there's no deal for the Morocco striker. Read more Marouane Chamakh news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321679&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:16:01 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321680&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:09:10 From GEORGE A. KING III of the NY Post: When Brian Cashman looks at Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera and Joe Girardi, the Yankees’ GM paints his shortstop, closer and manager with the same brush. And with spring training opening next week in Tampa, Cashman has no plans to stray from his plan of not negotiating with them. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321665&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:59:25 Chamil Guadarrama stole 75 bottles of body lotion by stuffing them down his pants but failed to make a getaway because he was unable to run away from police. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321664&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:06:17 Super Bowl XLV odds have been posted, and the early favorite to go all the way in 2011 is the Indianapolis Colts at 13:2 odds. Next up are the San Diego Chargers, who have 8:1 odds. The defending Super Bowl champion New Orleans Saints are tied for third with the New England Patriots at 10:1 odds. [...] ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321663&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:00:18 Brooklyn Decker is your 2010 SI Swimsuit Cover. Video of Dave Letterman's unveils: Return to Bob's Blitz homepage. Get the calendar: Bob's Blitz Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321661&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:48:00 The Colts fans were out in force as Peyton and crew returned home. The team was met by eleven of the league's ugliest fans. That's right, eleven. That, oddly, is the same number of fans that read NY... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: http://got.to/BlitzBestDeals http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321662&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:25:00 Dye and Damon http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321660&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:51:00 The 2010 MLB Draft is four months away in June with the Mets holding the rights to the seventh overall pick. Jon Morosi of FoxSports.com talked to scout who thinks Bryce Harper won’t be higher than No. 5 pick this spring. If Harper falls in the draft, could the Mets draft Harper with the seventh overall pick? Harper, [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321659&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:00:36 A local radio guy in Jacksonville, Florida (Tom McManus) has said several times on his show that he believes Tim Tebow could become one of the first true duel position NFL players. He doesn’t quite think Tim has what it takes to be a Pro Bowl caliber quarterback but just loves the intensity, strength [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321658&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:47:06 By Anna Italia Enoug... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321657&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:30:00 I love the movie Jaws, and I love Tracy Morgan. But I hate this rumor:A source of ours over at Universal Pictures says the studio is strongly considering a remake of the summer blockbuster in hopes of dazzling younger audiences with new special effects. Their claim is that people now expect more, visually, from their movie going experience. So, Hollywood studios are inclined to take some of their http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321656&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:30:00 Last night I watched “Prime 9″ on the MLB Network last night; it was the episode titled “Top 9 Greatest One-sided Trades”. The #8 trade on the list was the Mets’ trade of Ed Hearn to the Royals for David Cone (though the narrator kept referring to someone named “Dick” Cone). Back then, it seemed a [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321655&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:53:20 There’s nothing to complain about. It’s an odd feeling for a Raptors fan, or even a Toronto sports fan. The team’s rising in the standings, coming together as a unit defensively, playing the offensive team basketball that we all hoped to see in pre-season and even getting some attention down south. The “fire [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321653&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:50:11 Candy & hoops keep him happy | Toronto Sun Evans could have been one of those guys who goes home and rehabilitated his mid-foot sprain, but instead he was an everyday presence with his teammates. "I don't want to be away from my team. I want to be with them," he said. "I'm part of that team. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321654&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:49:52 photo credit: bernjan Atletico Madrid has had a rough year in league play.  In fact the regular top four squad has not lived up to that title this season.  But that mindset can all change with a critical win in the biggest tournament in Spanish football.  Atletico is currently enjoying a four goal lead over Racing Santander and [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321652&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:10:50 More photos » http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321651&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:00:37 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321650&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:25 Morning folks, we're officially into our offseason and all that stuff so let's settle in and hope we get plenty of links, yeah? Last offseason there were days with only one or two links, but I assure you I'm doing my best to find any of interest. Good news is I finally get my laptop back tomorrow (hopefully) and I'll be able to write more and put more time into these Nuggets and whatever else I happen to do... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321641&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:00:44 Spring Training is upon us, and as pitchers and catchers are getting ready to report to Port St. Lucie, I just don’t feel any excitement so far.  Usually at this time of year I’m looking forward to Spring Training and the upcoming baseball season, but so far I don’t feel any the usual excitement and anticipation stirring inside me. 2009 [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321640&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:00:59 It’s going to be impossible to do this without referencing Radiohead’s album In Rainbows, which has sort of paved the mainstream way for “pay what you want” retail. From Wiki, for those in the blue: Days after announcing the album’s completion, Radiohead released In Rainbows as a digital download that customers could order for whatever price [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321639&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:30:10 On June 23, 1985 Bruce Kison was pitching for the Boston Red Sox and was giving the Jays a tough ball game.  A tremendous competitor, Kison was known for doing anything he can to help his team win.  This includes regularly pitching inside to batters, tight inside.  Sometimes, of course, the ball would get away from [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321638&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:32:29 I know New Orleans is getting ready for Mardi Gras and is in Super Bowl celebration mode, but how can anyone explain these? Purple on the front, yellow on the sides and green in the back with maybe a little rhinestone trimming? Paul Lukas must be rolling in his grave... wait he loves it? I'm confused. At least David West looks disgusted by it. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321637&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:55:00 My dad (Prof’s Pop) is a graduate of the Naval Academy (Class of ‘68). He passed along this note for any other Navy alum in the Bay Area… NAVY ALUMNI: Join us FRIDAY evening MAY 14th VS Seattle Mariners. Last year we witnessed the largest comeback in Rays history vs the Cleveland Indians. Need minimum of [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321636&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:04:34 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321635&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:32 from John Glennon of the Tennessean, ?We could use a tweak or two,? Preds Coach Barry Trotz said. ?We?re actually scoring more goals than people thought we?d score, but we?re giving up a little more than what we want ? So maybe a veteran penalty-killer or a real good faceoff guy, or maybe a guy that?s produced a little bit more (offensively).? Who?s out there? Some of the forward names getting tossed around are those from teams that have nearly been eliminated from the playoff chase ? Car... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321631&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:10:07 from Ansar Khan of Mlive, The points-starved Detroit Red Wings aren?t expecting power forward Johan Franzen to be their savior when he returns to the lineup Tuesday in St. Louis after a four-month absence due to a torn knee ligament. ?We?ll give him one game before he can save us,? teammate Kris Draper said with a laugh. ?No pressure.? They joke, but they are excited to welcome back one of the NHL?s top goal-scorers the past couple of seasons. This injury-riddled team that has had troub... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321632&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:44:39 from David Staples of The Cult Of Hockey at the Edmonton Journal, They have become over-the-hill right before our eyes. An uncertain moment. A step slow. A terrible mistake. Yet another goal against the Edmonton Oilers. That?s the story of Shawn Horcoff, Ethan Moreau and Fernando Pisani?s 2009-10 season. All three of them have suffered numerous injuries in recent years, and while not one of them is ancient by NHL standards, they have failed to get the job done for the Edmonton Oilers th... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321633&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:40:20 via Robyn Norwood of the LA Times, The Ducks ended the Kings? streak, but the two points in the playoff race might have come at a high price. Ryan Getzlaf, the team?s leading scorer, sprained his left ankle during the second period and left the arena wearing a boot and on crutches. X-rays were negative, but an MRI exam is scheduled for Tuesday. ?That will give us a better indication of the severity of the sprain,? Coach Randy Carlyle said. ?Hopefully, he won?t be out too long,? Ducks ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321634&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:21:05 AC_VHost_Embed(36976,300,400,'',1,1, 1946585, 0,1,0,'81ead05bafa826e65c236500ac3ae82f',9); http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321630&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:11:00 - - QPR REPORT Available on TWITTER! - For latest QPR news-related pieces and discussion, visit the growing QPR Report Messageboard. All QPR Perspectives genuinely welcomed! Or comment on any of the posts - QPR vs Ipswich Previews ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321629&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:56:00 More pho... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321628&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:27 The Marlins have reported their list of non-roster invitees to Spring Training.  In other words, the guys who aren't the 40-man roster who get tryout in the big league camp.  Fortunately, they did this via a press release, so I get to steal the whole thing.  Here it is: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321626&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:46:00 The Florida Marlins released their Caravan Schedule.  Okay, we are a little late in publishing it, but stuff happens.  Anyway, here it is: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321627&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:18:21 Heinie Zimmerman (1887) Specs Toporczer (1899) Bill Veeck (1914) Vic Wertz (1925) Erv Palica (1928) Clete Boyer (1937) Eddie Solomon (1951) Mookie Wilson (1956) Pete O'Brien (1958) John Kruk (1961) Todd Pratt (1967) Vladimir Guerrero (1975) Akinori Iwamura (1979) For the third consecutive day, there appear to be no players with connections to the Minnesota Twins born on this day. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321624&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:33:28 [contributed by: Rhubarb_Runner]   ESPN Magazine cover - February 8, 2010 "Meet Joe Mauer - America's Fan-Friendliest Athlete!" photographed by Nathaniel Welch accompanying article by Ryan Hockensmith - - - - - - - - - - The cover s... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321625&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:31:52 There has been a lot of discussion about the Reds options in left field for the upcoming season. Much of the discussion has been focused on Jonny Gomes and the possibility of obtaining Johnny Damon (because the left fielder must be named Jonny or Johnny, you know). Some people want to see Chris Dickerson get [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321623&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:00:48 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321622&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:00:26 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321621&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:00:29 NIKE Slingshot Hybrid Iron Set 3H, 4-PW with Steel Shafts As far as I can? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321620&src=rss 2010-02-09T11:00:00 As I sit here going back and forth between being frustrated at the Mets' offseason (leading to doubts about the coming season) and letting the fan in me have hope, let's take a look at some forced parallels and other good omens that might serve as a precursor to a successful season in 2010. Just a few things to help instill hope. (I hope.) http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321619&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:59:00 A look at the best players on the worst teams of the past 10 years Click the title to read more. Read more great baseball stuff at The Hardball Times. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321618&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:30:38 It's been a long process, but your prospect list for 2010 is finally in the books.  Here it is, in all of its glory, and for comparison, nyc and I created our own lists as well that we'll post here as well.  The 5 honorable mention spots are who got the most votes that didn't make the final list, over the last 4 days of voting. Red Reporter 1. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321617&src=rss 2010-02-09T12:00:20 This summer, 32 nationa... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321614&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:09:00 Being a part of an Olympic Games is an exciting and inspirational m... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321615&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:21:00 Newcastle United produced their best home performance of the season as they ran out deserved 5-1 winners against fourth placed Cardiff City. For much of the season home fans have seen their side grind out narrow victories but a rare Friday night game saw the Magpies in the mood to entertain. They produced a display of free-flowing football that should make their rivals sit up and take notice. All six of Chris Hughton?s January signings started the game but there was little si... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321605&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:21:51 To call Stoke?s performances this season ?inconsistent? would be like describing Usain Bolt as ?a bit nippy.? It seems that every encouraging display is followed by a disappointing one. One of the root causes of the Potters? Jekyll and Hyde form has been Tony Pulis? staunch refusal to field a settled midfield. This ?horses for courses? approach has yielded mixed results. The Potteries outfit have picked up more points away from home than at this stage last sea... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321606&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:04:58 Defence is the best form of attack, at least this was the case in Sunday?s clash at the top. As the Gunners fired blanks in front of goal, Chelsea capitalised with potent finishing. Amid allegations of infidelity John Terry?s formidable figure at the back prevented a further backlash of media hostility. The club captain?s week of turbulence was momentarily subsided as he helped guide the Blues back to top spot in the league. Making a considerable contribution in the opening ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321607&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:51:30 Sunday?s fixture against Wolverhampton Wanderers saw the reincarnation of Kevin Phillips who had only played in fifteen minutes of league football since October 17. At 36 years of age, it seemed that Phillips? career at the Midlands club was slowly ebbing away due to a combination of niggling injuries, increasing age and a strike force of Cameron Jerome and Christian Benitez that was working, albeit working without scoring too often. However, Phillips? arrival ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321608&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:40:52 Yet again ?nearly? was the verdict on the weekend?s performance as Arsenal went toe-to-toe with one of their title rivals and left the match with nothing. Sunday?s defeat to Chelsea appears to eliminate Arsenal from the title race - a fact alluded to before the match by Samir Nasri: ?Defeat is forbidden. That would mean the end of our title chances. But any other result would leave us in the running.? A point from the weekend?s clash would not have been ideal but it would not ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321609&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:24:30 Manchester City?s habit of dropping points against teams they should be blowing away continued on Saturday as Roberto Mancini?s side sleepwalked to defeat against Phil Brown?s fiery Tigers. City have already dropped points against Fulham, Wigan Athletic, Birmingham City, Bolton Wanderers, Burnley and now twice against Hull City. There can be few things more frustrating in football than seeing a team stocked with talent yet continue to underperform. Incompetent referees, dubiou... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321610&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:15:37 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321598&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:57:00 Schedule is based from http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321599&src=rss 2010-02-09T18:07:00 Watch http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321600&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:57:00 Eat Bulaga! is a noon-time variety show in the Philippines produced by the Television And Production Exponents Inc. (TAPE) of Malou Fagar a... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321601&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:49:00 Showtime is an ABS-CBN morning variety show which pr... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321602&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:35:00 Watch http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321603&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:29:00 Watch http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321604&src=rss 2010-02-09T17:20:00 Ohhhh February, the month from hell for people who live in the north.  Those feel-good holidays (Halloween & Christmas) filled with wonderful childhood memories are past and we now have to live through second rate holidays (Groundhogs Day & Valetine’s Day) filled with the memories of awkward adolescent incidents.  The cold, dreary days seem to [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321597&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:00:45 (CBS/ AP)  Former ESPN baseball analyst Steve Phillips had to play hard ball when it came to confronting his actions, which he says in a TV interview were driven by sex addiction. Before the Tiger Woods scandal broke last fall, the former Mets general manager was thrust into the spotlight when he admitted to [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321596&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:06:05 Graham says: Husker, not Huskies, for player of year ...something dawned on me while watching Nebraska beat Texas A&M on Saturday. I'd vote for Nebraska's Kelsey Griffin as player of the year if ballots were due today. Much of that, I guess, comes down to how anyone defines the award. If it's for the most talented player in the country, it's Moore (aft... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321594&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:28:00 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321595&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:14:59 Just few things off the tops of our heads for Tuesday's print version of the newspaper... (Please visit the site to view this media) AMERICANS TAKE A LOT of flak for only being interested in their own accomplishments, but, on Sunday, thousands of them trekked through the two feet of snow that fell on the United States capital to watch a Russian and a Canadian co-star in a fantastic hockey game. The Capitals beat the Penguins, 5-4, in overtime. Alex Ovechkin had a h... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321593&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:00:00 By Anna Italia Words... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321592&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:09:00 Adidas clothing just made a very wise decision in locking up tennis player and babe, Ana Ivanovic, for her entire career:Basel, Switzerland - Ana Ivanovic may have gone 0-3 in weekend Fed Cup play as Serbia lost to 3-2 to Russia, but the one-time French Open champion proved she's still a star with sponsors after signing a lifetime deal to stay with adidas clothing.The former number one player who http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321591&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:30:00 JustAnotherEngineer asked: Anybody know some decent recreational volleyball leagues in Chester County PA? There’s a bunch of guys I’ve been playing with at a local park after work all summer. But now we want to find a place to play indoors for the fall and winter. We’re not great, but we can [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321590&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:47:33 (the final shot of the series finale of M*A*S*H) Wanna talk about coincidences? What are the odds that the all-time box office gross record and the record for the most-watched TV program ever would both fall in the span of five days? Slim, yet that's exactly what happened. On Febr... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321586&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:29:10 NFL Fanhouse has all the Super Bowl ads in case you missed them or want to see them again. Click here to see all of the ads! What was your favorite commercial? I enjoyed the Google commercial, a couple of the Bud Light commercials, and the Snickers ad featuring Betty White. © KC for Sports of Boston, 2010. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321584&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:27:45 The handing of the torch between the two Bruins goalies may come a lot sooner than most people once thought. Tim Thomas has struggled thus far this season and his ”backup” Tuukka Rask has showed that he can be the starting goalie in the NHL. Coming off a recent shutout of the Montreal Canadiens, Rask (in comparison to Thomas) [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321585&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:13:47 I think I’ve used the term ‘must win’ a few times this season, but I see tomorrow night’s fixture against Birmingham as a definite must win for the Hammers. And this time, there can be no excuses, with the new... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321583&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:35:20 posted by Rocket http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321582&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:35:00 I may be one of the staunchest pro-Wengerites on the face of the earth but even I can admit that Arsenal have problems at the moment. However, instead of just yelling “Sack Wenger and buy some players!” I thought I’d have a go at solving those problems with the personnel we have at our disposal. Problem: We [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321581&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:08:11 Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible - St Francis of Assisi A morning where all and sundry continue their onslaught against Arsenal, Arsene in particular bearing the brunt of the criticism. Questioning the decisions of the manager is part of a healthy debate into the state of affairs at [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321580&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:57:27 Finally, we come to the end of the 2010 fantasy baseball rankings. (Can we start games already?) Okay, you know that I like Rickie Weeks better than Howie Kendrick in the top 20 2nd basemen for 2010. You know I like Jay Bruce better than Nolan Reimold as seen at the top 40 outfielders for [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321579&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:15:16 Carter can’t smile with these two just yet (latimes.com) Emmitt Smith, Jerry Rice, Russ Grimm, Dick LeBeau, Ricky Jackson, Floyd Little, and John Randle are all deserving of their recent election into the NFL Hall Of Fame Class of 2010, but one man that without a doubt should be getting inducted in Canton with them this [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321577&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:00:16 Some countries choose to “shake things up” after a dismal continental tournament, pinpointing a problem. Nigeria have sacked Shaibu Amodu, after what can only be assumed were ritual pregame bong sessions, in order to put on a good show in South Africa. Some countries choose to relive the glory days after a disappointing collection of games. [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321576&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:00:33 I almost made this a FanShot instead of an actual post so it didn't get blown out of proportion, but the more I think about it, the more worthy of discussion I think this is. Kwame Brown, penciled in as a starter before the start of the season, has essentially fallen out of the rotation. What's the secret to his getting more PT? Playing better defense, says http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321575&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:05:12 Mor... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321574&src=rss 2010-02-09T10:00:25 Photo by Oliver Suarez By Luis Sebastian Rustiana When ba... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321561&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:02:00 Breaking news this morning suggests that Mukesh Ambani (The Richest Man in India) is being linked with a Liverpool takeover  more… (If the deal does materialise than Ambani will pay off the Liverpool debt for a controlling interest of the club. Again will Hicks & Gillett give up control?) However he has already denied it more… (Wow, that [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321560&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:31:57 There was something grimly predictable about Saturday?s Merseyside Derby, and it was not just the usual rash of horror tackles from both sides. Instead, it was Everton?s capitulation in the face of a vastly winnable game that left Evertonians everywhere cursing their team?s failings. After Sotirios Kyrgiakos saw the 18th red card in the game?s Premier League history, the onus was on Everton to press home their advantage, but bar a Tim Cahill header late in the ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321557&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:05:00 It has taken until February but finally Reading have won successive league games. A hard-fought but deserved win at Doncaster followed the narrow home win over Barnsley and made it a 100% start for Brian McDermott as permanent manager. The margin of victory at the Keepmoat Stadium could have been wider with the Royals rarely looking like conceding before the referee offered Billy Sharp the chance to score from the penalty spot. With Matt Mills sent off as a res... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321558&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:03:01 March 2006, and Steven Gerrard is sent off just eighteen minutes into the Merseyside derby at Anfield. Over in the Anfield Road end, Everton supporters are celebrating the dismissal as though they?ve scored a goal, confident that the fact that their great rivals are down to ten men means that victory is surely assured. An own goal from Phil Neville, an exquisite Luis Garcia lob and a stunning Harry Kewell strike later, and Liverpool had won 3-1. Four years later, those same... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321552&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:09:55 It was written off before the game and it should be written off now. The league's bottom club were over 20/1 to beat the champions on their own turf, so it was no surprise to see Pompey soundly beaten in Manchester. The 5-0 trouncing will do nothing to help the ever-dwindling confidence amongst the ranks, but put in perspective, returning home from Old Trafford empty handed doesn't affect the Blues survival ambitions one bit. Avram Grant even rested a few of h... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321553&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:09:02 It was a case of two points dropped in the battle for fourth place as Tottenham endured another frustrating day in front of goal against rivals Aston Villa. As well as their profligate strikers, it seems Spurs may have someone unexpected to blame. It seems harsh to blame John Motson, that most enthusiastic of football commentators, for Spurs drawing a blank, but the superstitious among us might well have food for thought. Motty is currently undergoing the longe... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321554&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:07:48 At long last the gods of luck have been distracted and the Whites are beginning to get just a little of their attention. Enough interest to provide four points from two somewhat undeserving performances, that is, yet they still refuse to allow Roy Hodgson?s injury list any respite. Kagisho Dikgacoi is possibly the most patient man in west London. He waited the best part of a calendar year to join the club after Work Permit appeals and problems persisted. He wai... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321555&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:06:13 Leeds United manager Simon Grayson was a disappointed man following the 2-2 draw against Hartlepool United, which cost the Whites two precious points in the race with Norwich City to win League One. The gaffer claimed he had nothing to complain about in terms of the commitment shown by the players, yet he must have been appalled at the manner in which the club conceded the last-gasp goal. Grayson is aware of his side's potential and acknowledges the players should have put t... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321556&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:05:33 The Saints closed out a magical season by bringing home the Vince Lombardi Trophy and now all eyes turn to basketball (or most eyes), as the pro and college schedules really heat up now. The LA Lakers are still the odds-on faves to win another championship at online sportsbooks. They curr http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321550&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:58:30 Former Manchester United midfielder is looking forward to returning to Old Trafford on March 16th http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321549&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:59:37 David Beckham still has warm feelings for Manchester United. The English midfielder is set to face his former club when his club Milan meets United in the next stage of the Champions League. Read more David Beckham news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321533&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:08:02 Duncan scored 16 points and grabbed 15 rebounds during the Spurs' loss to the Lakers on Monday. [...] Read more Tim Duncan news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321534&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:07:09 Gasol finished Monday's win over the Spurs with 21 points, 19 rebounds and eight assists. [...] Read more Pau Gasol news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321535&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:07:09 Phillips is ahead of schedule in his rehab from knee surgery, the Newark Star-Ledger reports. He won't start running until March 29, but barring a setback should be ready for training camp. [...] Read more Kenny Phillips news http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321536&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:05:22 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321529&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:00:00 (TOP STORY) When you can no longer afford to keep the best-hitting catcher of the decade, not to mention two different Cy Young winners, you'd better start rethinking your financial plans. That's just what Cleveland's done, and while they might not have received maximum value for those superstars, the team has done a commendable job in at least getting something in return, and that something has made the once-dry Indian farm system a place where prospects can blossom once more. With not one b... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321527&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:02:00 Late last week, David Stern fired the first shot across the NBA Players' Union bow in what promises to be a contentious 18-month (minimum) negotiation over the NBA's Collective Bargaining Agreement. After the jump we'll take a look at some of the proposed changes and what they could mean to the Sixers in the long term. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321525&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:37:53 (TOP STORY) When you can no longer afford to keep the best-hitting catcher of the decade, not to mention two different Cy Young winners, you'd better start rethinking your financial plans. That's just what Cleveland's done, and while they might not have received maximum value for those superstars, the team has done a commendable job in at least getting something in return, and that something has made the once-dry Indian farm system a place where prospects can blossom once more. With not one b... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321522&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:02:00 Nigeria had a poor showing at the African Cup of Nations over the weekend resulted in the dismissal of coach, Shaibu Amodu.  This is a tough time for the club to be without a leader since the World Cup is fast approaching. Amodu will still be in charge of the country’s “B” team, though. Nigerian Football Federation spokesman Ademola Olajire said: “We believe the team has come to a key junction to decide whether we want to be viable.  We are looking for someone who will &#8... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321519&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:42:00 Final Boxscore  |  Open Thread (850+ comments)... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321517&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:58:00 More photos » ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321518&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:57:04 Most of what has been exposed so far was laying in plain sight, could have been found by anyone who took the time to read the UN Climate Report. It required curiosity, some time, a sense of the difference between right and wrong, life and death. Carbon trading scams up and running are already infiltrated by http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321515&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:33:00 - - QPR REPORT Available on TWITTER! - For latest QPR news-related pieces and discussion, visit the growing QPR Report Messageboard. All QPR Perspectives genuinely welcomed! Or comment on any of the posts - Harol... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321513&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:59:00 Maybe all of the Mets problems can be traced back to this: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321512&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:38:00 Former Lineman Goodwin Snaps Saints to Super Bowl XLIV Title better completion rate than Brees. ZING Henne's draft wish hopes to land Dolphins in Super Bowl wants Braylon clone. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321511&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:00:00 XX Sports Radio: Paul DePodesta Interview (MP3) with Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton DePodesta is engaged in more business items like ticket pricing and beer pricing. The goal is to try to have a great scouting staff, have great drafts year after year and develop players internally. Smaller market teams have less room for error. "The payrolls don't play the games, the players do." ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321510&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:56:30 via http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321508&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:49:04 XX Sports Radio: Paul DePodesta Interview Part 2 (MP3) with Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton The first 3 years of a players of career a team can set his salary as long as it is above the minimum. He is eligible for salary arbitration for the next 3 years and then after that he is eligible for free agency. The minimum salary for a player is $400K. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321509&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:35:34 To say Saturday was an emotional day for the Toronto Maple Leafs could be the understatement of the century. Already reeling from blowing a lead in New Jersey on Friday night, they learned of the tragic death of GM Brian Burke’s son, Brendan on an icy road in Indiana. Goonblog would like to extend our [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321498&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:10:17 To all those who follow Masshole Sports, Im going on a little vacation to sunny Florida, so this blog will be stale for a while.  I wont be updating Masshole Sports until approximately February 28th. While you all are freezing your balls off and shoveling, Ill be on a beach in sunny Florida working on my tan and surfing. I hope you all can make it through these dog days of winter without your beloved Masshole Sports. Adios Retahds! http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321483&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:40:00 Sexy Sports Illustrated model Irina Shayk ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321471&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:00:00 Philadelphia adds to New Jersey's struggles, beating the Devils 3-2 in Philly. The Devils went up 2-0 in this game but they could not hold it, uncharacteristic of them. Mike Richards scored the winner mid way through the 3rd, completing the comeback. Brodeur made some nice saves early but could not keep the Flyers at bay, making 34 saves. Leighton made 28 saves for the win. Kovalchuk still has yet to score for the Devils. Ugly hit by Carter below, very similar to the Richards hit earlie... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321472&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:03:00 During the month of JANUARY these young men have been performing at their very best from the start of the season. We used game stats, situational play, value to team, and athletic abilities shown during the month.Dominican Prospect League http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321451&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:34:00 Second baseman Skip Schumaker and the Cardinals avoided a Feb. 19 showdown Monday when they agreed on a two-year, $4.7 million contract.STL Today http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321452&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:05:00 Alex Torres5'10" 175 lbs DOB: 12/8/1987Left-Handed PitcherBats: Left | Throws: Left2009: Rancho Cucamonga Quakes/Arkansas Travelers/Montgomery BiscuitsAcquired: 2009 trade with Los Angeles Angels(with Alex Torres and Sean Rodriguez for Scott Kazmir)Signed in 2005 by the Los Angeles Angels, Alex Torres didn't get past rookie ball until 2008. He had a breakout year in the Cal League in 2009, though http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321435&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:33:00   Most successful dynasty owners save as many roster spots as possible for Running Back prospects.  I’ve been hanging onto Raiders' Michael Bush on most of my teams for three years now. Cowboys' Tashard Choice is on half of them as well. RB is the one position where on... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321433&src=rss 2010-02-09T08:09:06 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321424&src=rss 2010-02-09T05:39:46 ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321417&src=rss 2010-02-09T06:13:28 Great stuff here: a montage of black-and-white baseball photographs from the Dead Ball Era, set to the theme from The Natural. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321414&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:32:00 One word can describe 1B Adam LaRoche, consistent. Despite switching leagues and playing with three teams, he proved that statistics do not lie. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321343&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:49:31 (the final shot of the series finale of M*A*S*H) Wanna talk about coincidences? What are the odds that the all-time box office gross record and the record for the most-watched TV program ever would both fall in the span of five days? Slim, yet that's exactly what happened. On Febr... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321333&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:29:10 Jaguars are at 45 to 1 to win Super Bowl XLV Any takers? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321328&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:06:26 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321326&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:36:11 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321317&src=rss 2010-02-09T04:13:05 Get Your Putting Style Analyzed on "The Golf Fix" Two weeks from tonight (02/08/10), Michael Breed says he will be doing his show "The Golf Fix" dedicated to putting with a "famous teacher" in tow - so they are looking for a bunch of video to analyze. He usually asks for straight on, down the line, and grip images. Might be fun to have some Waggle Roomers on the show... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321316&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:50:42 Another NFL season has come and gone, with the great moments that the 2009 season provided Minnesota Viking fans slowly starting to fade into the ether.  By many measures, the Vikings had a successful season, finishing the year with a 12-4 record and blowing out the Dallas Cowboys in the playoffs before getting painfully close to a Super Bowl berth.  The development of players like http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321314&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:07:10 from David Shoalts of the Globe and Mail, Oren Koules will be in Toronto Wednesday, overseeing the start of filming of Saw VII, the latest instalment of the immensely successful movie franchise that made him rich enough to be an NHL owner. But it didn?t make him rich enough to be an NHL owner without partners, which is why his heart will be back in Tampa with the club he had to sell last week to Boston money manager Jeffrey Vinik. ?The part that hurts is when we finally got through the ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321305&src=rss 2010-02-09T03:16:54 Who: Sounders v Timbers What: Charity Match, preseason friendly Where: Qwest Field When: 3/11 6PM How Much: 10$ for Adults, 6$ for Children (U-6 free)   Yep, read that how much again. General admission for the whole dang thing, or however much they decide to open. I'm certain something will be worked out as I don't forsee the ECS/GFC/NES and Timber's Army sitting in the same sections. But overall this is a great idea. It offers a sampler for ma... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321242&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:42:25 The live online stream commentary and live online radio broadcast English Premiership match between Fulham and Burnley at Craven Cottage will provide an indication as to whether the hosts are able to avoid relegation worries. Fulham have not had a good year since injuries and in this live English Premiership online streaming football game they [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321213&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:46:27 The live online stream commentary and live online radio broadcast English Premiership match between Wigan Athletic and Stoke City at DW Stadium will be vital for the hosts’ survival as they seek three points against their rivals. Wigan Athletic are now just two points above the bottom three coming into this live English Premiership online [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321214&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:42:17 The live online stream commentary and live online radio broadcast English Premiership match between Portsmouth and Sunderland at Fratton Park might actually lead the hosts to a rare victory against struggling rivals. Portsmouth have been buried deep in off field problems and that has translated to dispirited displays on the field in this live English [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321215&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:38:18 The live online stream commentary and live online radio broadcast English Premiership match between Manchester City and Bolton Wanderers at City of Manchester Stadium should return the hosts to victorious ways after a minor blip over the weekend. Manchester City saw their away blues continue under Mancini on Saturday but are now back home for [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321216&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:34:24 The live online stream commentary and live online radio broadcast English League Championship match between Reading and Plymouth Argyle at Madejski Stadium will be a climatic relegation six pointer between the hosts and guests who are both in the bottom three. Reading are five points ahead of Plymouth Argyle at the start of this live [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321217&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:30:23 The live online stream commentary and live online radio broadcast English League Championship match between QPR and Ipswich Town at Loftus Road Stadium might take on more of a relegation six pointer between the hosts and guests. QPR are now just five points clear of the bottom three ahead of this live English League Championship [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321218&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:26:16 The live online stream commentary and live online radio broadcast English League Championship match between Middlesbrough and Barnsley at The Riverside Stadium could suddenly see either the hosts or guests return to the promotion race after looking beyond them. Boro are now only four points off the pace coming into this live English League Championship [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321219&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:22:58 The live online stream commentary and live online radio broadcast English League Championship match between Crystal Palace and Swansea City at Selhurst Park might continue to have the hosts make their miraculous escape from relegation this season after having points docked for going into administration. Crystal Palace are still able to stay clear of the [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321220&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:18:58 The live online stream commentary and live online radio broadcast English League Championship match between WBA and Scunthorpe United at The Hawthorns should see the hosts keep their second and automatic promotion place. West Brom have finally wrestled the spot back for themselves before this live English League Championship online streaming football game and are [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321221&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:14:59 The live online stream commentary and live online radio broadcast English League Championship match between Watford and Bristol City at Vicarage Road Stadium will be a midtable clash between the hosts and guests with a hint of relegation still hanging over the two clubs. Watford know that if they enter into a protracted bad run [...] http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321222&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:10:01 Next Game St. Louis Blues @ Colorado Avalanche Monday, Feb 8, 2010, 7:30 PM MST Peps... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321207&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:30:14 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321206&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:13:03 Various news sources are reporting that Super Bowl XLIV will likely go down as the most viewed television program ever with approximately 106.5 million viewers.  The record was previously held by the M*A*S*H series finale with 105.97 million viewers.  Apparently though, the numbers are subject to a margin of error and thus might change a bit. Even if it doesn't surpass... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321195&src=rss 2010-02-09T02:03:04 from the Star-Ledger, Devils defenseman Anssi Salmela was taken off the ice on a stretcher in Philadelphia Monday night after getting hit by the Flyers? Jeff Carter just after scoring a short-handed goal for a 2-0 Devils lead. continued update 9:05pm, via Jay Grossman (player agent) Twitter, Salmela has refractured broken nose and lost several teeth. Will not return tonight, but will be OK. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321186&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:49:58 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321123&src=rss 2010-02-09T01:03:00 The 49ers and Niners Nation have been in the offseason for a month now.  Such is what happens when you can't do better than 8-8.  That's the way life goes.  However, with the completion of the Super Bowl, and the Pro Bowl being moved to last week, NFL football is officially complete for approximately six months (hopefully that doesn't send anybody to the ledge!). Since we're now fully into the o... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321082&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:00:27 The Atlanta Braves announced the final list of their non-roster invitees for spring training today. The list includes top prospect Jason Heyward, expected to seriously compete for the starting right field job this spring. It's been debated over and over here at Talking Chop as to whether or not the Braves should start Heyward ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321071&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:35:12 You have got to be kidding. The Brewers are erecting a statue of baseball commissioner Bud Selig outside Miller Park and will unveil it on Aug. 24. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321070&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:00:21 http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321069&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:00:24 - - QPR REPORT Available on TWITTER! - For latest QPR news-related pieces and discussion, visit the growing QPR Report Messageboard. All QPR Perspectives genuinely welcomed! Or comment on any of the posts - The d... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2321060&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:05:00 I was forwarded this obviously fake magazine cover made up by a clever (and somewhat mischievous) golfer from out Gosford way. Apparently the joke didn't go down too well when his club and greenkeepers found out about it. It is all in jest of course but as we all agree, they coul... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2320848&src=rss 2010-02-09T07:18:00 Full ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=2320449&src=rss 2010-02-09T00:07:00