Jamie Moyer had Tommy John ligament replacement surgery today in New York by orthopedist David Altchek. The lefty is eyeing a return to the mound for the 2012 season… at the age of 49. “Thanks to the advances in surgery […]
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Sprewell vs. Carlesimo 13 years later
13 years ago today Latrell Sprewell shocked the basketball world when he got into an altercation with head coach PJ Carlesimo. During practice Carlesimo yelled at Sprewell to make make “crisper passes.” Sprewell lost it and attacked his coach. He […]
NCAA rules Auburn’s Cam Newton eligible to play
Matthew Harris is reporting that Auburn’s Cam Newton was ruled eligible to play. Harris made the announcement roughly an hour ago.
Asante Samuel out vs Bears
Eagles CB Asante Samuel will miss Sunday’s game at Chicago with a left knee sprain. Samuel did not practice all week in preparation for the Week 12 showdown with the Bears however Eagles coach Andy Reid refused to rule Samuel […]
Let me tell you about airports…
So, first off, let me mention I’m making this post from the Philly airport. From my smartphone (Samsung Moment). From anabandoned gate with an outlet. So please, pardon my misspellings. My favorite part of the airport is the people. Holy […]
Maybe you should rise
Nike deserved kudos for the LeBron James “What should I do?” ad that debuted last month. However, whoever came up with this is genius.
Thanksgiving Day NFL Picks
Last Week: 11-4 Season: 11-4 I got off to a strong start last week with my NFL picks column. It would have been nice if I had actually bet the games… if gambling were legal of course. It’s a quick […]
The Nick Lilja and Jon Doss Adventures
A quick look into the lives of NCC’s “best” – at their worst.
Empire Games not dead yet
According to the AP: Local officials say the Empire State Games are back on this winter with help from community leaders in the Lake Placid area, the home of the games. Organizers of the Olympic-style amateur athletic contests were shocked […]
King Felix named AL Cy Young winner
The 24-year old right-hander, Felix Hernandez has been chosen the AL Cy Young Award winner. The Seattle ace won easily (21-of-28 votes) in results released Thursday by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. Hernandez started 34 games and finished 13-12, […]