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Thursday, December 16, 2010

How Can You Still Hate the Sonics Ownership?!


My friend and I were talking today about the Sonics, due to all the hype about the Hornets possible moves. He exclaimed he is still boycotting Starbucks Coffee because of Howard Schultz. I think it is ridiculous how much Seattle people hate the move. I understand, it was a big part of people's lives, bringing back many memories. But what it all boils down to is business. People don't seem to realize these days that everything is about money.

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

King Felix Trade Rumors?

(Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
When Cliff Lee finally put the Yankees in the rear view mirror and signed with the Phillies, I can admit, I was relieved. Finally, someone doesn't whine about an extra couple million bucks (like Jeter did), and gets preliminary contract stuff out of the way quickly, like it should be. Cliff Lee joined the Phillies because he enjoyed Philadelphia, not just for the money. This goes to prove that not everyone is worried about getting as much money as possible. Cliff Lee signed with them for the love of the game, not what it brings him financially. I can't help but think he was imagining the most dominant pitching rotation of the 21st century.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

New Hit Policy is a Detriment to the Game



Following week six of the NFL season, and a plethora of big hits later, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell put his foot down. The NFL decided that beginning week seven, hits on defenseless players, especially hits to the helmet, would be met with new fines and possible suspensions, depending on the situation as deemed by the NFL. Although many people see the new rules as beneficial, there is no way this will end up being a successful move for the future of the NFL.

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Putting a Roof Over Baseball- Is Salary Capping America’s Pasttime a Bad Idea?

Owners and GM's like New York Yankees GM Brian Cashman can spend an unlimited amount of money under
the current soft salary cap in the MLB.
The Yankees made it to the ALCS once again this year, and had the major leagues 3rd best record in the regular season, while the Pittsburgh Pirates finished with a losing record for the 18th year in a row. The question has been brought up throughout baseball circles for many years, but is now really coming to fruition. Should there be a salary cap in baseball?

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Miami Heat Poised to Contend After Ambitious Offseason


The Miami Heat generated a lot of hype this offseason, signing three of the NBA’s biggest free agents, but face some unique challenges if they want to win it all this 2010-2011 season.

Monday, October 4, 2010

Mariners Self destruct, Ichiro and Felix Shine Again in 2010


The Mariners’ 2010 season did not progress as expected this year. All of the preseason hype of the Mariners’ chance at a division title was quickly snuffed out after a stagnant offense presented itself in early April. Couple that with managerial problems and lack of control of the team, and their season was set up for failure.