By Anthony Caruso III
The Tampa Bay Rays has decided to keep around one of its young pitchers.
The Rays has reached an agreement with Wade Davis on a long-term contract. The contract is reportedly going to be for 7-years. The first four years of this new contract are guaranteed at a total of $12.6 million.
The contract has a value of $35.1 million if Davis gets to the 7th year. It is a risky move by the Rays to pay a pre-arbitration player so much money during the early part of his career. Most teams usually wait until the players perform for them and see what they can give the team.
The contract would be a waste if he only turns out to be a No. 3 or lower pitcher in the rotation. If his potential becomes true, he would be the Rays No. 2 pitcher for many years to come, behind David Price, and the contract would not be argued.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Miller may return to the Sabres lineup this weekend
By Anthony Caruso III
The Buffalo Sabres hope to have their goalie back this weeend.
Ryan Miller, the Sabres goalie, is reportedly available to return to the Sabres lineup this weekend. The Sabres will play against the Washington Capitals in Washington, before heading to Carolina an important game against the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday.
"He has an upper-body injury that we list currently day-to-day, not week-to-week. Right now we're on day-to-day," said GM Darcy Regier.
Miller took a slap shot off of his collarbone area from the Toronto Maple Leafs' Dion Phaneuf on Tuesday played role in his upper body injury. The team will not disclose what exactly his injury is.
More updates on his current condition should be coming tomorrow.
The Buffalo Sabres hope to have their goalie back this weeend.
Ryan Miller, the Sabres goalie, is reportedly available to return to the Sabres lineup this weekend. The Sabres will play against the Washington Capitals in Washington, before heading to Carolina an important game against the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday.
"He has an upper-body injury that we list currently day-to-day, not week-to-week. Right now we're on day-to-day," said GM Darcy Regier.
Miller took a slap shot off of his collarbone area from the Toronto Maple Leafs' Dion Phaneuf on Tuesday played role in his upper body injury. The team will not disclose what exactly his injury is.
More updates on his current condition should be coming tomorrow.
Dye retires from baseball
By Anthony Caruso III
Jermaine Dye has decided to hang up his cleats forever.
Dye, a 37-year-old, has decided to retire after he could not receive a Major League contract. This was first reported by Ken Rosenthal of FoxSports.
Dye was in contact with several teams this off-season, but he wanted a guaranteed roster sport. Unfortunately, nobody was willing to give him more than a minor league contract, with an invite to the spring training camp.
Dye did not play in the 2010 season. His last season was in 2009 with the Chicago White Sox. He ends his career with 325 career home runs.
Jermaine Dye has decided to hang up his cleats forever.
Dye, a 37-year-old, has decided to retire after he could not receive a Major League contract. This was first reported by Ken Rosenthal of FoxSports.
Dye was in contact with several teams this off-season, but he wanted a guaranteed roster sport. Unfortunately, nobody was willing to give him more than a minor league contract, with an invite to the spring training camp.
Dye did not play in the 2010 season. His last season was in 2009 with the Chicago White Sox. He ends his career with 325 career home runs.
Pennington might have to retire after getting hurt playing in a pick up basketball game
By Anthony Caruso III
A basketball game has changed Chad Pennington's future.
The free agent quarterback wanted to re-sign with the Miami Dolphins, but now that may not happen. He might not sign with another team, and as a result, will have to sit out the 2011 season.
Pennington, even if he does sign with a team, will have to miss significant time. He will require surgery on his torn ACL that he suffered in a basketball game. Pennington was almost back to full health from his fourth shoulder surgery when this ACL tear happened.
He might have to retire after this latest development.
A basketball game has changed Chad Pennington's future.
The free agent quarterback wanted to re-sign with the Miami Dolphins, but now that may not happen. He might not sign with another team, and as a result, will have to sit out the 2011 season.
Pennington, even if he does sign with a team, will have to miss significant time. He will require surgery on his torn ACL that he suffered in a basketball game. Pennington was almost back to full health from his fourth shoulder surgery when this ACL tear happened.
He might have to retire after this latest development.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Dodgers re-sign young star Billingsley for the next several years
By Anthony Caruso III
The Los Angeles Dodgers have re-signed one of their top young stud players.
The Dodgers have agreed to a contract with Chad Billingsley. He signed a three-year contract, with a fourth-year option that could be bought out by the Dodgers, making him a free agent again. This contract extension is expected to be worth $35-36 million.
The contract covers the 2012-to-2014 season. It also included an option for 2015. The salary for the option year is still being negotiated at this present time.
This is a good deal for both the Dodgers and Billingsley, as the Dodgers get to keep one of their young players for many years to come. Billingsley is just 26-years-old and has a 3.55 ERA in his first five seasons in the majors and in the past three years, has made 31 or more starts per season.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have re-signed one of their top young stud players.
The Dodgers have agreed to a contract with Chad Billingsley. He signed a three-year contract, with a fourth-year option that could be bought out by the Dodgers, making him a free agent again. This contract extension is expected to be worth $35-36 million.
The contract covers the 2012-to-2014 season. It also included an option for 2015. The salary for the option year is still being negotiated at this present time.
This is a good deal for both the Dodgers and Billingsley, as the Dodgers get to keep one of their young players for many years to come. Billingsley is just 26-years-old and has a 3.55 ERA in his first five seasons in the majors and in the past three years, has made 31 or more starts per season.
Friday, March 25, 2011
There are conflicting reports on Kevin Love, but he's not speaking
By Anthony Caruso III
The Minnesota Timberwolves has announced a return for Kevin Love.
Love is expected to return on Sunday for the Wolves. Love has been batting a groin injury, which has caused him to miss the past few games.
He will be returning just in time to face the Boston Celtics, if he does return on Sunday. But the key to this story is that Love has not said a word about his return. There are even reports that Love is finished for the rest of the season from the Associated Press.
The team has not intention of shutting Love down for the rest of the season. If he isn’t able to play in Sunday’s game, he should be able to return to Wednesday’s game against the Chicago Bulls.
The Minnesota Timberwolves has announced a return for Kevin Love.
Love is expected to return on Sunday for the Wolves. Love has been batting a groin injury, which has caused him to miss the past few games.
He will be returning just in time to face the Boston Celtics, if he does return on Sunday. But the key to this story is that Love has not said a word about his return. There are even reports that Love is finished for the rest of the season from the Associated Press.
The team has not intention of shutting Love down for the rest of the season. If he isn’t able to play in Sunday’s game, he should be able to return to Wednesday’s game against the Chicago Bulls.
Reds waiting on words on how long Rolen will miss
By Anthony Caruso III
The Cincinnati Reds are hoping that they are not without Scott Rolen for an extended period of time.
Rolen left Thursday’s Cactus League game with an apparent elbow injury. He was not able to grip the bat after being hit by the pitch in the left elbow.
The Reds are waiting on further teams to see how long Rolen will be out. Right now, they are not sure how serious the injury might be.
The Reds put Rolen through a series of tests on Thursday night. They are expected to get their first update on the seriousness of his injury on Friday morning.
The Cincinnati Reds are hoping that they are not without Scott Rolen for an extended period of time.
Rolen left Thursday’s Cactus League game with an apparent elbow injury. He was not able to grip the bat after being hit by the pitch in the left elbow.
The Reds are waiting on further teams to see how long Rolen will be out. Right now, they are not sure how serious the injury might be.
The Reds put Rolen through a series of tests on Thursday night. They are expected to get their first update on the seriousness of his injury on Friday morning.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Wilson may have to start the season on the DL with his oblique injury
By Anthony Caruso III
The San Francisco Giants do not know if they will open the season with its closer.
The Giants general manager Brian Sabean said that there’s a 50-50 chance that Brian Wilson opens the season on the 15-day disabled list. Wilson has been hampered by an oblique injury.
He suffered a mild oblique strain last weekend. He did not have a good throwing session on Wednesday. This is why Sabean came out with his thoughts on the situation.
Wilson will be back to full strength by mid-April. Sergio Romo is expected to receive the save chances until Wilson comes back.
The San Francisco Giants do not know if they will open the season with its closer.
The Giants general manager Brian Sabean said that there’s a 50-50 chance that Brian Wilson opens the season on the 15-day disabled list. Wilson has been hampered by an oblique injury.
He suffered a mild oblique strain last weekend. He did not have a good throwing session on Wednesday. This is why Sabean came out with his thoughts on the situation.
Wilson will be back to full strength by mid-April. Sergio Romo is expected to receive the save chances until Wilson comes back.
Yankees have found Pettitte's replacement
By Anthony Caruso III
The New York Yankees are close to signing a veteran pitcher.
The Yankees and free agent pitcher Kevin Millwood are close to a minor league deal. Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated was first to report the updated news, but the two sides have been in talks since January. At that time, the Yankees would not sign Millwood until they got an answer from Andy Pettitte.
Pettitte decided to retire instead of playing in 2011. Millwood will be receiving an incentive laden contract, which is expected to have $3 million in performance-based bonuses. That’s if he can make it to the majors and receives certain inning marks.
The Yankees are expected to ask Millwood to open the season at the Triple-A level with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees and work his way up. He had a 5.10 ERA in 31 starts with the Baltimore Orioles last year.
The New York Yankees are close to signing a veteran pitcher.
The Yankees and free agent pitcher Kevin Millwood are close to a minor league deal. Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated was first to report the updated news, but the two sides have been in talks since January. At that time, the Yankees would not sign Millwood until they got an answer from Andy Pettitte.
Pettitte decided to retire instead of playing in 2011. Millwood will be receiving an incentive laden contract, which is expected to have $3 million in performance-based bonuses. That’s if he can make it to the majors and receives certain inning marks.
The Yankees are expected to ask Millwood to open the season at the Triple-A level with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees and work his way up. He had a 5.10 ERA in 31 starts with the Baltimore Orioles last year.
Hornets await word on how long West will be out
By Anthony Caruso III
The New Orleans Hornets got good news back on David West.
West injured his knee on Thursday night, which looked like a potentially severe knee injury. He was taken off the court in a wheelchair. Early reports alleged that West blew out his knee.
West has had X-rays taken on his knee. The X-rays have come back negative. An MRI is scheduled for the morning to make an official announcement on how long he will be out.
The reports after the X-rays say that he has left knee trauma. That’s better than having an MCL or ACL tear.
The New Orleans Hornets got good news back on David West.
West injured his knee on Thursday night, which looked like a potentially severe knee injury. He was taken off the court in a wheelchair. Early reports alleged that West blew out his knee.
West has had X-rays taken on his knee. The X-rays have come back negative. An MRI is scheduled for the morning to make an official announcement on how long he will be out.
The reports after the X-rays say that he has left knee trauma. That’s better than having an MCL or ACL tear.
Monday, March 21, 2011
Bengals still believe that Palmer will be back with the team for the 2011 season
By Anthony Caruso III
Carson Palmer might have to retire after all if he sticks to his guns.
Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown has reiterated that Palmer is not available for a trade. Palmer has requested a trade away from the Bengals several weeks ago. Palmer even said he would retire if he's not traded.
"I want him back," said Brown. "I haven't talked to any other team about him. I have no plans to trade him."
Brown also said that he does not see an equal value on the trade market for Palmer. The Bengals need to approach the draft as if they will be without Palmer as their starting quarterback for the 2011 season.
Carson Palmer might have to retire after all if he sticks to his guns.
Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown has reiterated that Palmer is not available for a trade. Palmer has requested a trade away from the Bengals several weeks ago. Palmer even said he would retire if he's not traded.
"I want him back," said Brown. "I haven't talked to any other team about him. I have no plans to trade him."
Brown also said that he does not see an equal value on the trade market for Palmer. The Bengals need to approach the draft as if they will be without Palmer as their starting quarterback for the 2011 season.
Sessions is dealing with a sports hernia
By Anthony Caruso III
Ramon Sessions is dealing with a serious injury.
Sessions has revealed that he is dealing with a sports hernia. Maybe this is why he's struggled to beat out Baron Davis for the Cleveland Cavaliers starting point guard job since Davis arrived in Cleveland.
"To be in this league is a dream come true, so I just try and play through it the best that I can," said Sessions. "But heat and ice are my best friends most nights."
Sessions has had a 20-point game on March 17th, then a 14-point effort on March 18th. And had 9 points tonight as the starting point guard, with Davis missing the game with reported back spams.
Ramon Sessions is dealing with a serious injury.
Sessions has revealed that he is dealing with a sports hernia. Maybe this is why he's struggled to beat out Baron Davis for the Cleveland Cavaliers starting point guard job since Davis arrived in Cleveland.
"To be in this league is a dream come true, so I just try and play through it the best that I can," said Sessions. "But heat and ice are my best friends most nights."
Sessions has had a 20-point game on March 17th, then a 14-point effort on March 18th. And had 9 points tonight as the starting point guard, with Davis missing the game with reported back spams.
Spurs are likely without Duncan for the next two weeks
By Anthony Caruso III
The San Antonio Spurs are going to fill a blow for the next two weeks.
The Spurs are going to be without their power forward Tim Duncan for the next two weeks. X-rays were taken on Duncan's sprained ankle, which came back negative.
Spurs broadcaster Sean Elliott was the first report that Duncan is out two weeks. Elliott reportedly got this information from the Spurs medical staff.
Duncan left Monday's game in the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors. He played just four minutes in the game and scored four points and grabbed three rebounds, before getting hurt.
The San Antonio Spurs are going to fill a blow for the next two weeks.
The Spurs are going to be without their power forward Tim Duncan for the next two weeks. X-rays were taken on Duncan's sprained ankle, which came back negative.
Spurs broadcaster Sean Elliott was the first report that Duncan is out two weeks. Elliott reportedly got this information from the Spurs medical staff.
Duncan left Monday's game in the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors. He played just four minutes in the game and scored four points and grabbed three rebounds, before getting hurt.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Expert says Gabbert has a better Pro Day than Cam Newton
By Anthony Caruso III
Blaine Gabbert may have locked in the fact that he's going to be the No. 1 quarterback selected in next month's draft.
Gabbert had his Pro Day on Thursday on the University of Missouri campus. NFL.com contributor Gil Brandt has said that Gabbert's Pro Day workout was "outstanding and much better" than Cam Newton's.
Previously, Brandt was one of Newton's leading supporters since Newton declared for the NFL draft. Brandt even said that the Carolina Panthers should draft Newton with the No. 1 overall pick.
"I'm not so sure now," says Brandt. "Gabbert couldn't have done better had he borrowed Drew Brees' right arm. All the questions about his accuracy should start to go away after his workout in front of approximately 125 scouts, coaches and GMs."
Blaine Gabbert may have locked in the fact that he's going to be the No. 1 quarterback selected in next month's draft.
Gabbert had his Pro Day on Thursday on the University of Missouri campus. NFL.com contributor Gil Brandt has said that Gabbert's Pro Day workout was "outstanding and much better" than Cam Newton's.
Previously, Brandt was one of Newton's leading supporters since Newton declared for the NFL draft. Brandt even said that the Carolina Panthers should draft Newton with the No. 1 overall pick.
"I'm not so sure now," says Brandt. "Gabbert couldn't have done better had he borrowed Drew Brees' right arm. All the questions about his accuracy should start to go away after his workout in front of approximately 125 scouts, coaches and GMs."
Sizemore to play in his first game on Sunday since May 2010
By Anthony Caruso III
Grady Sizemore is finally coming back to the baseball field.
Sizemore is scheduled to be the Cleveland Indians Designated Hitter for two at-bats on Sunday. It will be his Cactus League debut. It will also be the first time that Sizemore has took live batting practice in a game since he hurt his knee last May.
He has been able to run the bases, without any discomfort, and has taken batting practice for several weeks now. So, it is expected that he will not have any problems on Sunday when he plays for the first time.
Sizemore's real test will come towards the end of March when he will be seeing regular playing time in center field. That's when he will have to run on his knee quite a bit.
Grady Sizemore is finally coming back to the baseball field.
Sizemore is scheduled to be the Cleveland Indians Designated Hitter for two at-bats on Sunday. It will be his Cactus League debut. It will also be the first time that Sizemore has took live batting practice in a game since he hurt his knee last May.
He has been able to run the bases, without any discomfort, and has taken batting practice for several weeks now. So, it is expected that he will not have any problems on Sunday when he plays for the first time.
Sizemore's real test will come towards the end of March when he will be seeing regular playing time in center field. That's when he will have to run on his knee quite a bit.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Gordon is still out with his wrist injury with no return likely this week
By Anthony Caruso III
The Los Angeles Clippers thought guard Eric Gordon would be able to play on Wednesday night.
Now, it seems like he's going to miss the game. Gordon says his wrist is feeling better, but that he's not well enough to play on Wednesday night. He hasn't been officially ruled out for Wednesday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Gordon said he would originally miss 7-10 days with the injury. The 10th day of the wait is on March 17th, Thursday, but he was re-evaluated on Tuesday. There has been no update on his current condition, except for the words that Gordon spoke to the media.
With Gordon out, Randy Foye is still expected to start.
The Los Angeles Clippers thought guard Eric Gordon would be able to play on Wednesday night.
Now, it seems like he's going to miss the game. Gordon says his wrist is feeling better, but that he's not well enough to play on Wednesday night. He hasn't been officially ruled out for Wednesday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Gordon said he would originally miss 7-10 days with the injury. The 10th day of the wait is on March 17th, Thursday, but he was re-evaluated on Tuesday. There has been no update on his current condition, except for the words that Gordon spoke to the media.
With Gordon out, Randy Foye is still expected to start.
Uzoh has been sent down to the D-League
By Anthony Caruso III
Ben Uzoh was once mentioned as apart of the potential Carmelo Anthony trade to the New Jersey Nets prior to the Nets calling off talks.
Now, Uzoh is no longer in the NBA, at least for the time being. Uzoh has been sent down to the NBDL's Springfield Armor.
Uzoh was signed by the Nets as an undrafted free agent out of the University of Tulsa. He has appeared in 32 games with the Nets this season.
In the 32 games, he is averaging 3.4 points and 1.4 assists in 9.1 minutes per game.
Ben Uzoh was once mentioned as apart of the potential Carmelo Anthony trade to the New Jersey Nets prior to the Nets calling off talks.
Now, Uzoh is no longer in the NBA, at least for the time being. Uzoh has been sent down to the NBDL's Springfield Armor.
Uzoh was signed by the Nets as an undrafted free agent out of the University of Tulsa. He has appeared in 32 games with the Nets this season.
In the 32 games, he is averaging 3.4 points and 1.4 assists in 9.1 minutes per game.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Oregon to play at their new arena in an opening game of the CBI
By Anthony Caruso III
When Oregon did not get selected to play in the upcoming NCAA March Madness tournament, they found out they were selected to a lesser tournament.
Oregon will be playing in the 16-team College Basketball Invitational. The Ducks will face Weber State on Wednesday night at their new $227 million, on-campus basketball arena.
Oregon is the only Pac-10 team in the tournament, and are also the only team from a traditional power conference in the CBI.
Boise State, Davidson, and Central Florida are some other teams to play in the tournament. UCF plays St. Bonaventure, while Boise State plays Austin Peay and Davidson plays James Madison.
Other matchups include San Jose State at Creighton; Duquesne at Montana; Hofstra at Evansville; and Miami, Ohio, at Rhode Island.
When Oregon did not get selected to play in the upcoming NCAA March Madness tournament, they found out they were selected to a lesser tournament.
Oregon will be playing in the 16-team College Basketball Invitational. The Ducks will face Weber State on Wednesday night at their new $227 million, on-campus basketball arena.
Oregon is the only Pac-10 team in the tournament, and are also the only team from a traditional power conference in the CBI.
Boise State, Davidson, and Central Florida are some other teams to play in the tournament. UCF plays St. Bonaventure, while Boise State plays Austin Peay and Davidson plays James Madison.
Other matchups include San Jose State at Creighton; Duquesne at Montana; Hofstra at Evansville; and Miami, Ohio, at Rhode Island.
Cook arrested for brandishing a firearm
By Anthony Caruso III
Minnesota Vikings corner back Chris Cook is in a lot of legal trouble right now.
Cook says he did not pull out on a neighbor during an argument. But he says that the argument led to his arrest.
Cook told the Minnesota Star Tribune that he was riding his bike near his Lynchburg, Virginia home Saturday when a neighbor began to yell at him. The neighbor accused Cook of calling the cops on his brother.
Cook reportedly has a license to carry a concealed weapon. But he's denied that he pulled a gun out on the man. Cook is accused of brandishing a firearm.
Minnesota Vikings corner back Chris Cook is in a lot of legal trouble right now.
Cook says he did not pull out on a neighbor during an argument. But he says that the argument led to his arrest.
Cook told the Minnesota Star Tribune that he was riding his bike near his Lynchburg, Virginia home Saturday when a neighbor began to yell at him. The neighbor accused Cook of calling the cops on his brother.
Cook reportedly has a license to carry a concealed weapon. But he's denied that he pulled a gun out on the man. Cook is accused of brandishing a firearm.
Illston granted media requests to detailed questionaires prior to the Bonds trial
By Anthony Caruso III
Barry Bonds is fighting a new uphil battle.
A federal judge has granted the media access to detailed questionaires that prospective jurors fill out before testimony begins in the upcoming perjury trial. Susan Illston, a U.S. District Court Judge, granted the media requests, which assists the judge and lawyers in seating a jury.
The jury will not be named until the end of the trial, according to Illston. She is concerned with the media and public trying to reach out to the jury if their names were released. A miscommunication could lead to a mistrial.
The trail is expected to start on March 21st. It is expected to last at least two weeks. Bonds is accused of lying to a grand jury in 2003 when he "unknowingly" took steroids.
Barry Bonds is fighting a new uphil battle.
A federal judge has granted the media access to detailed questionaires that prospective jurors fill out before testimony begins in the upcoming perjury trial. Susan Illston, a U.S. District Court Judge, granted the media requests, which assists the judge and lawyers in seating a jury.
The jury will not be named until the end of the trial, according to Illston. She is concerned with the media and public trying to reach out to the jury if their names were released. A miscommunication could lead to a mistrial.
The trail is expected to start on March 21st. It is expected to last at least two weeks. Bonds is accused of lying to a grand jury in 2003 when he "unknowingly" took steroids.
Saturday, March 12, 2011
USC head coach Kevin O'Neill has been suspended by the school
By Anthony Caruso III
Southern California has suspended men's basketball coach Kevin O'Neill for the rest of the Pac-10 Tournament, following his reported verbal altercation with an Arizona booster Thursday night.
Southern California athletic director Pat Haden announced the suspension in a statement Friday, saying he talked to O'Neill and "expressed my disappointment in his involvement in an incident last night in which he and his wife engaged in an argument with a supporter of another school." Haden said the school imposed additional, but unspecified, discipline. Assistant coach Bob Cantu will take O'Neill's place when the Trojans play Arizona in the semifinals on Friday.
According to the Los Angeles Times, O'Neill and the booster argued in the lobby of a Los Angeles hotel on Thursday night. The paper reported that O'Neill's wife argued with a security guard before the two were asked to leave.
"I want to apologize to my team, our university and our fans for my involvement last night in an incident with a fan," O'Neill said in a statement. "I understand my behavior as the leader of our team was unacceptable. I used poor judgment and put myself, my team and USC in a bad light. I regret that I have let them down."
Southern California has suspended men's basketball coach Kevin O'Neill for the rest of the Pac-10 Tournament, following his reported verbal altercation with an Arizona booster Thursday night.
Southern California athletic director Pat Haden announced the suspension in a statement Friday, saying he talked to O'Neill and "expressed my disappointment in his involvement in an incident last night in which he and his wife engaged in an argument with a supporter of another school." Haden said the school imposed additional, but unspecified, discipline. Assistant coach Bob Cantu will take O'Neill's place when the Trojans play Arizona in the semifinals on Friday.
According to the Los Angeles Times, O'Neill and the booster argued in the lobby of a Los Angeles hotel on Thursday night. The paper reported that O'Neill's wife argued with a security guard before the two were asked to leave.
"I want to apologize to my team, our university and our fans for my involvement last night in an incident with a fan," O'Neill said in a statement. "I understand my behavior as the leader of our team was unacceptable. I used poor judgment and put myself, my team and USC in a bad light. I regret that I have let them down."
Stoudemire will not be suspended one game due to his 16th tech . . at least for now
By Anthony Caruso III
New York Knicks forward Amare Stoudemire will not face a one-game suspension after the NBA rescinded a technical foul he received during Thursday's loss in Dallas.
Stoudemire was whistled for his 16th technical of the season after coming together with the Mavericks' Brendan Haywood in the second quarter. Both players were smiling and even the referee agreed it wasn't serious, Stoudemire said after the game.
Sixteen technicals mean an automatic suspension under league rules unless the NBA, as it did with Stoudemire, erases the foul. Orlando's Dwight Howard has already been suspended this season under the rule.
New York Knicks forward Amare Stoudemire will not face a one-game suspension after the NBA rescinded a technical foul he received during Thursday's loss in Dallas.
Stoudemire was whistled for his 16th technical of the season after coming together with the Mavericks' Brendan Haywood in the second quarter. Both players were smiling and even the referee agreed it wasn't serious, Stoudemire said after the game.
Sixteen technicals mean an automatic suspension under league rules unless the NBA, as it did with Stoudemire, erases the foul. Orlando's Dwight Howard has already been suspended this season under the rule.
Bucks re-sign Earl Barron for another 10-days
By Anthony Caruso III
The Milwaukee Bucks have signed center Earl Barron to a second 10-day contract.
Barron has appeared in three games with the Bucks since signing his original deal on March 1 and has averaged 4.0 points with 4.7 rebounds.
The 29-year-old played 12 games for the Phoenix Suns this season after they signed him on November 16, but was released a little more than a month later. Barron has also played for Miami and the New York Knicks in five NBA seasons.
The Milwaukee Bucks have signed center Earl Barron to a second 10-day contract.
Barron has appeared in three games with the Bucks since signing his original deal on March 1 and has averaged 4.0 points with 4.7 rebounds.
The 29-year-old played 12 games for the Phoenix Suns this season after they signed him on November 16, but was released a little more than a month later. Barron has also played for Miami and the New York Knicks in five NBA seasons.
Trail Blazers keep Collins around for another 10-days
By Anthony Caruso III
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed veteran center Jarron Collins to a second 10-day contract.
Collins has appeared in three games since signing his original deal on March 1 and has totaled six rebounds with one assist.
The 32-year-old owns career average of 3.9 points and 2.9 rebounds over 540 games in 10 seasons. He spent his first eight seasons with the Utah Jazz. After playing for the Jazz, he has played for the Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Clippers and Portland Trail Blazers.
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed veteran center Jarron Collins to a second 10-day contract.
Collins has appeared in three games since signing his original deal on March 1 and has totaled six rebounds with one assist.
The 32-year-old owns career average of 3.9 points and 2.9 rebounds over 540 games in 10 seasons. He spent his first eight seasons with the Utah Jazz. After playing for the Jazz, he has played for the Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Clippers and Portland Trail Blazers.
Providence College has to look for a new coach now
By Anthony Caruso III
Providence needs a new men's basketball coach.
Providence College fired their previous head coach after three seasons. Keno Davis had a 46-50 record in his tenure, which included a 15-17 record this past season.
"I appreciate everything Keno Davis has done for our basketball program during the last three years," said Providence athletic director Bob Driscoll in a statement. "We are committed to finding a head coach that will guide our program and help develop our student-athletes in the classroom, in the community and on the court."
Davis came to Providence from Drake University, where he won National Coach of the Year in 2007-08. It is not clear how much money Davis will be getting in the future since his contract went through the 2015-2016 season.
Providence needs a new men's basketball coach.
Providence College fired their previous head coach after three seasons. Keno Davis had a 46-50 record in his tenure, which included a 15-17 record this past season.
"I appreciate everything Keno Davis has done for our basketball program during the last three years," said Providence athletic director Bob Driscoll in a statement. "We are committed to finding a head coach that will guide our program and help develop our student-athletes in the classroom, in the community and on the court."
Davis came to Providence from Drake University, where he won National Coach of the Year in 2007-08. It is not clear how much money Davis will be getting in the future since his contract went through the 2015-2016 season.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Love will be putting his consecutive double-double streak on the line with an injury tonight
By Anthony Caruso III
Minnesota Timberwolves star Kevin Love is putting his consecutive double-double streak on the line again.
However, this time around, Love is going to be playing through an injury to add to his newly received consecutive double-double record. Love will be playing against the Utah Jazz tonight with a bruised left knee.
Love did not practice on Thursday. The team held Love out of practice in order to rest his leg. He told reporters after practice that he will be ready for the Jazz.
Love injured his leg in the Wolves game against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. It was his 52nd consecutive double-double, passing the previous record by Moses Malone, but Love was wearing a bulky brace on his knee in the fourth quarter when he was sitting on the bench.
Minnesota Timberwolves star Kevin Love is putting his consecutive double-double streak on the line again.
However, this time around, Love is going to be playing through an injury to add to his newly received consecutive double-double record. Love will be playing against the Utah Jazz tonight with a bruised left knee.
Love did not practice on Thursday. The team held Love out of practice in order to rest his leg. He told reporters after practice that he will be ready for the Jazz.
Love injured his leg in the Wolves game against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday. It was his 52nd consecutive double-double, passing the previous record by Moses Malone, but Love was wearing a bulky brace on his knee in the fourth quarter when he was sitting on the bench.
Belinelli fined once the NBA changed his flagrant foul
By Anthony Caruso III
Marco Belinelli will be a little short-handed when he goes back to Europe in a few months.
Belinelli, a European player playing in the NBA, has been fined $10,000 dollars by the NBA. He was fined for a flagrant foul on Shawn Marion during the New Orleans Hornets 1 point win, 93-92, over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night.
NBA executive vice president Stu Jackson has ruled that the foul, which was initially ruled as a flagrant foul, penalty one, has been reviewed and changed by the league. It was changed to the more serious penalty two, which caused the fine.
The foul occurred when Marion lost his balance, while trying to make a fast-break lay-up. Marion injured his ribs from the foul when he landed on several photographers near the basket.
Marco Belinelli will be a little short-handed when he goes back to Europe in a few months.
Belinelli, a European player playing in the NBA, has been fined $10,000 dollars by the NBA. He was fined for a flagrant foul on Shawn Marion during the New Orleans Hornets 1 point win, 93-92, over the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night.
NBA executive vice president Stu Jackson has ruled that the foul, which was initially ruled as a flagrant foul, penalty one, has been reviewed and changed by the league. It was changed to the more serious penalty two, which caused the fine.
The foul occurred when Marion lost his balance, while trying to make a fast-break lay-up. Marion injured his ribs from the foul when he landed on several photographers near the basket.
Opera nightclub drops a lawsuit against LeBron James
By Anthony Caruso III
LeBron James is going to save a lot of his millions now.
The Opera nightclub out of Atlanta, Georgia has dismissed its lawsuit against the Miami Heat star. The nightclub filed the complaint on Monday in Fulton County Superior Court accusing James of canceling a March 17th appearance.
James was supposed to be paid $25,000 for the appearance. Opera nightclub reached a settlement prior to dropping the lawsuit. It is not clear if they personally reached a settlement with James himself.
The Opera nightclub Yasha Heidari said the nightclub was misled by a person, who was not affiliated with the NBA star.
LeBron James is going to save a lot of his millions now.
The Opera nightclub out of Atlanta, Georgia has dismissed its lawsuit against the Miami Heat star. The nightclub filed the complaint on Monday in Fulton County Superior Court accusing James of canceling a March 17th appearance.
James was supposed to be paid $25,000 for the appearance. Opera nightclub reached a settlement prior to dropping the lawsuit. It is not clear if they personally reached a settlement with James himself.
The Opera nightclub Yasha Heidari said the nightclub was misled by a person, who was not affiliated with the NBA star.
Leonard has reached his bonuses in his contract for a pay raise
By Anthony Caruso III
The NFL Labor dispute is still going on as billionaires and millionaires can't agree on anything yet.
But Jim Leonard will at least know that he's getting a paid raise when a new CBA is reached. He will receive a $125,000 raise in his base salary for the 2011 season.
Leonard is scheduled to receive this bonus after reaching performance-based incentives during the 2010 season. He reached this bonuses after missing several games with an injury.
Now, Leonard is scheduled to make $2.075 million next season.
The NFL Labor dispute is still going on as billionaires and millionaires can't agree on anything yet.
But Jim Leonard will at least know that he's getting a paid raise when a new CBA is reached. He will receive a $125,000 raise in his base salary for the 2011 season.
Leonard is scheduled to receive this bonus after reaching performance-based incentives during the 2010 season. He reached this bonuses after missing several games with an injury.
Now, Leonard is scheduled to make $2.075 million next season.
Faulk to make a decision about his playing career
By Anthony Caruso III
Kevin Faulk has a big decision to make about his football career.
Faulk is coming off of a knee injury that affected his playing time in the 2010 season. He has considered retirement. As of right now, he hasn't made the decision.
Faulk has said the knee injury is 75% healed at this time. He said he hasn't had any set backs, and that its getting better each day.
Faulk is expected to make his final decision about his playing career soon.
Kevin Faulk has a big decision to make about his football career.
Faulk is coming off of a knee injury that affected his playing time in the 2010 season. He has considered retirement. As of right now, he hasn't made the decision.
Faulk has said the knee injury is 75% healed at this time. He said he hasn't had any set backs, and that its getting better each day.
Faulk is expected to make his final decision about his playing career soon.
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