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Archive for October, 2009

Mark Cuban On Rush Limbaugh’s Bid: “Relative to the bigger picture he’s a small minority owner that could create a lot of problems for the league. There’s just no upside to the league.”

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

I don't read Mark Cuban's blog nearly as much as I'd like to. It's usually chock full of interesting perspectives and insights about sports, business, and other relevant current events.  And not just in the world of sports either. His solution to the problem of the failing newspaper industrywas probably ...

Brian Fuentes Closes The Door On The ALDS After Jonathan Papelbon Blows 2-run 9th Inning Lead

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

We heard from losing manager Terry Francona here on SRI following the Angels sweep of the Red Sox. I can't say I agree, but in his 'exit interview' on WEEI he mentioned how he wouldn't change his strategy and pitch to Torii Hunter rather than Vladimir Guerrero if faced with ...

Terry Francona Justifies 9th Inning Decisions: “I thought Pap would be able to execute a pitch easier to Vlad than I did to Tori Hunter.”

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Not quite the postseason that the Boston Red Sox and their fans were hoping for. Despite winning 95 games during the regular season, the Red Sox were unable to muster any sort of momentum in the playoffs against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. The Angeles swept Boston in 3 ...

The Reverend Jesse Jackson Speaks Out Against Rush Limbaugh’s Attempt At Purchasing St. Louis Rams

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Conservative talk show host Rush Limbaugh is trying to buy the fledgling St. Louis Rams. It's not going as planned for the group that Limbaugh is a part of. NFLPA executive director DeMaurice Smith has tried to block that bid. Via email, Smith addressed the issue when he wrote: "Commissioner [Roger ...

Jeff Gordon: “It is Frustrating That We Are Not Living Up to Our Full Potential.”

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Jeff Gordon is no stranger to NASCAR’s Sprint Cup Championship. After all he has won the title 4 times and is still hungry for more. So far during the Chase he hasn’t been able to put a full race together which has been frustrating for him at times. He has ...

One of Mayor Kevin Johnson’s Top Priorities in Sacramento is to Get Buzz Back Around the Kings

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

  It’s been about a half-decade since the Kings have been relevant in the NBA.  Because the team has not been very good since the days of Chris Webber and Mike Bibby in Sacramento, the attendance has dipped and there have been talks about the Kings possibly leaving Sacramento for a ...

Ronnie Brown: The Quarterback of the Wildcat Offense

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

  Once again the wildcat dominated for the Miami Dolphins and the quarterback of that is Ronnie Brown.  Brown has been the deadly force in this “gimmick” yet effective offensive set for over a year.  Last season the one team to tame the wildcat was the Baltimore Ravens and Rex Ryan.  ...

Carson Palmer: “We Haven’t Won Anything Yet”

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

  Don’t look now, but the Cincinnati Bengals are 4-1 and at the top of the tough AFC North.  Coming in to the year, many people thought the AFC North would be a two-team race between the two teams that represented the AFC in the Championship game, the Steelers and the ...

Jerricho Cotchery: “You Have to Win That Game, That’s What Super Bowl Teams Do”

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

  Jerricho Cotchery was the number one receiver on the New York Jets offense until a big trade was made bringing a disgruntled Braylon Edwards in from Cleveland.   Cotchery now has some pressure off him as the number one guy and is a major threat for rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez on ...

Adrian Peterson – Speed Merchant, Workout Warrior and Fast Food Frequentor

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

Want to be like Adrian Peterson, the most explosive and dynamic running back in the National Football League? Well, it probably ain't happening. Sorry. But if you're persistent and want to give it a go, perhaps you could start by watching the Vikings star new workout video titled All Day ...