By Anthony Caruso III
The North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame has honored three coaches with more than 2,500 career wins.
The Hall of Fame honored former North Carolina men's basketball head coach Dean Smith, Duke men's basketball head coach Mike Krzyzewski, and late North Carolina State women's basketball coach Kay Yow at the ceremony. The three coaches were honored on "Basketball Day" in North Carolina.
They were also honored for their contributions to the game of basketball by the Naismith International Basketball Foundation.
Krzyzewski is in his 37th year with as a Division 1 head coach. He has 900 wins, which are just two shy of tying Bob Knight for the most wins ever by a Division i men's basketball coach. Smith retired in 1997 and had 879 wins prior to his retirement.
Yow, had 737 wins in her career, before being affected by breast cancer. She would pass away in 2009 due to breast cancer.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Mitre is returning to the Bronx with the Yankees
By Anthony Caruso III
Sergio Mitre is back with the New York Yankees.
Mitre was acquired by the Yankees for cash considerations from the Milwaukee Brewers. Mitre was designated for assignment on Monday by the Brewers.
Mitre had a 3.27 ERA in 33 innings with the Brewers after being acquired from the Yankees for Chris Dickerson in March.
Mitre was also with the Yankees in 2009 and 2010. He spent two seasons with the Florida Marlins, before starting his career with the Chicago Cubs in 2003.
Sergio Mitre is back with the New York Yankees.
Mitre was acquired by the Yankees for cash considerations from the Milwaukee Brewers. Mitre was designated for assignment on Monday by the Brewers.
Mitre had a 3.27 ERA in 33 innings with the Brewers after being acquired from the Yankees for Chris Dickerson in March.
Mitre was also with the Yankees in 2009 and 2010. He spent two seasons with the Florida Marlins, before starting his career with the Chicago Cubs in 2003.
Owens sued for child support in Georgia
By Anthony Caruso III
Terrell Owens has been dealing with a torn ACL, but has to deal with a lawsuit now.
Owens is accused of not paying child support, according to the mother of Owens' child. He has refused to pay the $5,000 a month in child support he owes.
Melanie Smith filed the lawsuit against Owens in Atlanta on June 20th. The lawsuit is seeking to hold the Owens in contempt.
“She simply asks that he follow the order to which he agreed,” said Atlanta attorney Randall Kessler. “Rather than discussing his situation with her or her lawyers first, he simply cut his child support.”
The lawsuit was filed in Fulton County, Georgia, because Owens is a resident of that county, when he's not playing football.
Terrell Owens has been dealing with a torn ACL, but has to deal with a lawsuit now.
Owens is accused of not paying child support, according to the mother of Owens' child. He has refused to pay the $5,000 a month in child support he owes.
Melanie Smith filed the lawsuit against Owens in Atlanta on June 20th. The lawsuit is seeking to hold the Owens in contempt.
“She simply asks that he follow the order to which he agreed,” said Atlanta attorney Randall Kessler. “Rather than discussing his situation with her or her lawyers first, he simply cut his child support.”
The lawsuit was filed in Fulton County, Georgia, because Owens is a resident of that county, when he's not playing football.
Carlyle has been designed for assignment by the Yankees
By Anthony Caruso III
The New York Yankees have removed Budby Carlyle from their roster.
Carlyle was designated for assignment tonight. Carlyle, who is 33-years old, has a 4.70 ERA in 7 2/3 innings this year.
Carlyle pitched with the Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters of the Japanese League last year. He had a 4.88 ERA in 27 2/3 innings with Japan.
Prior to pitching for the Yankees, Carlyle last pitched in the Majors in 2009. He pitched for the Atlanta Braves from 2007 to 2009.
He has also spent time with Hanshin Tigers in the Japanese League and LG Twins in the Korean League. He also pitched for the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The New York Yankees have removed Budby Carlyle from their roster.
Carlyle was designated for assignment tonight. Carlyle, who is 33-years old, has a 4.70 ERA in 7 2/3 innings this year.
Carlyle pitched with the Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters of the Japanese League last year. He had a 4.88 ERA in 27 2/3 innings with Japan.
Prior to pitching for the Yankees, Carlyle last pitched in the Majors in 2009. He pitched for the Atlanta Braves from 2007 to 2009.
He has also spent time with Hanshin Tigers in the Japanese League and LG Twins in the Korean League. He also pitched for the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Oden gets an $8.8 mill qualifying offer from the Blazers
By Anthony Caruso III
The Portland TrailBlazers still believe in Greg Oden.
Oden, the former No. 1 overall draft pick, received an $8.8 million qualifying offer to stay in Portland. The Blazers had until Thursday night to make a qualifying offer to Oden.
Oden is now a restricted free agent. The Blazers are able to match any offers Oden receives on the free-agent market.
Oden did not play this season. He had microfracture surgery in his left knee. He also missed his rookie season in 2007-08 after having similar microfracture surgery on his right knee. He also had a broken left knee cap with the Blazers, as well.
“We’ve stood behind Greg Oden every day since he became a Trail Blazer and that continues with today’s announcement,” Trail Blazers President Larry Miller said in a statement. “Despite the setbacks he’s experienced, he continues to be resilient in working tirelessly on his rehabilitation. We’re all very encouraged with not only his progress, but with his commitment and determination to return to the basketball court.”
The Portland TrailBlazers still believe in Greg Oden.
Oden, the former No. 1 overall draft pick, received an $8.8 million qualifying offer to stay in Portland. The Blazers had until Thursday night to make a qualifying offer to Oden.
Oden is now a restricted free agent. The Blazers are able to match any offers Oden receives on the free-agent market.
Oden did not play this season. He had microfracture surgery in his left knee. He also missed his rookie season in 2007-08 after having similar microfracture surgery on his right knee. He also had a broken left knee cap with the Blazers, as well.
“We’ve stood behind Greg Oden every day since he became a Trail Blazer and that continues with today’s announcement,” Trail Blazers President Larry Miller said in a statement. “Despite the setbacks he’s experienced, he continues to be resilient in working tirelessly on his rehabilitation. We’re all very encouraged with not only his progress, but with his commitment and determination to return to the basketball court.”
Eckstein has not retired, but doesn't feel like playing right now in his career
By Anthony Caruso III
David Eckstein is not retired.
The former San Diego Padres second baseman says that he doesn't consider his self to be retired. But he added that he would return for the right situation.
"It totally has to be the right situation, but when you say that, it’s like you’re disrespecting the clubs that have talked to you," Eckstein said. "This goes so much deeper than you guys will ever know."
Eckstein had some offers during the off-season and was contacted by the Los Angeles Dodgers once spring training started. But he said that he couldn't make the decision to play.
It is not likely that Eckstein will play this season. He could possibly get some calls during the off-season, which could bring him back to baseball.
David Eckstein is not retired.
The former San Diego Padres second baseman says that he doesn't consider his self to be retired. But he added that he would return for the right situation.
"It totally has to be the right situation, but when you say that, it’s like you’re disrespecting the clubs that have talked to you," Eckstein said. "This goes so much deeper than you guys will ever know."
Eckstein had some offers during the off-season and was contacted by the Los Angeles Dodgers once spring training started. But he said that he couldn't make the decision to play.
It is not likely that Eckstein will play this season. He could possibly get some calls during the off-season, which could bring him back to baseball.
Mora is about to lose his job with the D'Backs
By Anthony Caruso III
Melvin Mora needs a new job.
The Arizona Diamondbacks third baseball is about to get his unconditional release. The move is expected to come on Thursday.
Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson announced the roster move after the team lost to the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday night. In the game, Mora stuck out in a pinch-hit appearance.
Mora, 39, is batting .228 in 127 at-bats this season. He was signed to be the Diamondbacks starter in the off-season, but a car accident during spring training derailed his hopes after receiving a neck injury.
Ryan Roberts took over as the Diamondbacks starting third baseman. Mora, a relegated back-up, spent 12 seasons in the Majors, with the New York Mets, Baltimore Orioles, Colorado Rockies, and D'Backs.
Melvin Mora needs a new job.
The Arizona Diamondbacks third baseball is about to get his unconditional release. The move is expected to come on Thursday.
Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson announced the roster move after the team lost to the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday night. In the game, Mora stuck out in a pinch-hit appearance.
Mora, 39, is batting .228 in 127 at-bats this season. He was signed to be the Diamondbacks starter in the off-season, but a car accident during spring training derailed his hopes after receiving a neck injury.
Ryan Roberts took over as the Diamondbacks starting third baseman. Mora, a relegated back-up, spent 12 seasons in the Majors, with the New York Mets, Baltimore Orioles, Colorado Rockies, and D'Backs.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Felton traded to the TrailBlazers in a swap of point guards for Andre Miller
By Anthony Caruso III
Raymond Felton has a new home again.
Felton has been traded for the second time in the past few months. He has been shipped to the Portland TrailBlazers from the Denver Nuggets.
In the exchange for Felton, the Nuggets receive Andre Miller in the swap of point guards. Miller now becomes the back up point guard to Ty Lawson in Denver, while Felton becomes the starter for the TrailBlazers.
It was orginially reported that the teams would also include others, including other players and draft picks in the deal, but now that is not true. Since the trade cannot be official for the coming weeks, anything can happen with players potentially being added again.
Raymond Felton has a new home again.
Felton has been traded for the second time in the past few months. He has been shipped to the Portland TrailBlazers from the Denver Nuggets.
In the exchange for Felton, the Nuggets receive Andre Miller in the swap of point guards. Miller now becomes the back up point guard to Ty Lawson in Denver, while Felton becomes the starter for the TrailBlazers.
It was orginially reported that the teams would also include others, including other players and draft picks in the deal, but now that is not true. Since the trade cannot be official for the coming weeks, anything can happen with players potentially being added again.
Jim Riggleman has walked away from the Washington Nationals
By Anthony Caruso III
Jim Riggleman quits.
Riggleman walks off the job shortly after the Washington Nationals had a walk-off win. Riggleman said he deserved better than how the Nationals were treating him.
Right before the game with the Seattle Mariners, Riggleman told his bosses that he wanted his option for next season picked up, or that he would quit on the team. The Nationals did not give in, so Riggleman walked.
"It's been brewing for a while," Riggleman said. "I know I'm not Casey Stengel, but I do feel like I know what I'm doing. It's not a situation where I felt like I should continue on such a short lease."
"Jim told me pregame today that if we wouldn't pick up his option, then he wouldn't get on the team bus today," said Nationals GM Mike Rizzo. "I felt that the time wasn't right for me to pick up the option, and certainly today's conversation put to me in the way it was put to me, you certainly can't make that decision in a knee-jerk reaction. It's too big of a decision."
Jim Riggleman quits.
Riggleman walks off the job shortly after the Washington Nationals had a walk-off win. Riggleman said he deserved better than how the Nationals were treating him.
Right before the game with the Seattle Mariners, Riggleman told his bosses that he wanted his option for next season picked up, or that he would quit on the team. The Nationals did not give in, so Riggleman walked.
"It's been brewing for a while," Riggleman said. "I know I'm not Casey Stengel, but I do feel like I know what I'm doing. It's not a situation where I felt like I should continue on such a short lease."
"Jim told me pregame today that if we wouldn't pick up his option, then he wouldn't get on the team bus today," said Nationals GM Mike Rizzo. "I felt that the time wasn't right for me to pick up the option, and certainly today's conversation put to me in the way it was put to me, you certainly can't make that decision in a knee-jerk reaction. It's too big of a decision."
Lawrie is now out until at least August with his fractured hand
By Anthony Caruso III
The Toronto Blue Jays thought they would be getting Brett Lawrie back soon.
But Lawrie is still having trouble gripping a bat. He has been dealing with a fractured hand. The Blue Jays third base prospect has been on the minor league disabled list since early June with a fracture in his left hand.
The injury is reportedly not healing quick enough. As a result, the Blue Jays are not expecting Lawrie to be back until at least early August now.
Once he returns from this injury, the Blue Jays hope to make Lawrie a September call up to the Majors.
The Toronto Blue Jays thought they would be getting Brett Lawrie back soon.
But Lawrie is still having trouble gripping a bat. He has been dealing with a fractured hand. The Blue Jays third base prospect has been on the minor league disabled list since early June with a fracture in his left hand.
The injury is reportedly not healing quick enough. As a result, the Blue Jays are not expecting Lawrie to be back until at least early August now.
Once he returns from this injury, the Blue Jays hope to make Lawrie a September call up to the Majors.
Ainge retires from pro football due to injuries
By Anthony Caruso III
Erik Ainge didn't have the pro career that he had hoped.
Ainge, the New York Jets third-string quarterback, has announced that he has decided to walk away from football. He said he is retiring due to injuries to his right foot and throwing shoulder.
Ainge had surgery on his foot in January, which has plagued him for years. He also recently announced that he was diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff.
Ainge can not tell the Jets personally of his decision due to the lockout. The Jets have to read about it in the newspapers, or watch it on TV, as Ainge walks away.
Erik Ainge didn't have the pro career that he had hoped.
Ainge, the New York Jets third-string quarterback, has announced that he has decided to walk away from football. He said he is retiring due to injuries to his right foot and throwing shoulder.
Ainge had surgery on his foot in January, which has plagued him for years. He also recently announced that he was diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff.
Ainge can not tell the Jets personally of his decision due to the lockout. The Jets have to read about it in the newspapers, or watch it on TV, as Ainge walks away.
Jones has been named the new Boston University men's basketball head coach
By Anthony Caruso III
Joe Jones now has another men's basketball head coaching position.
Jones, who has been a Boston College assistant coach, has been hired by Boston University as their men's basketball head coach. The school announced Jones would replace Patrick Chambers, who decided to leave Boston University to become the new Penn State early this month.
Jones was an associate head coach at Boston College for a season. Prior to arriving at Boston College, Jones spent seven seasons as the head coach at Columbia. While at Columbia, the Lions won 16 games in 2006-07, which was the most since 1992-93.
Jones has also spent time as an assistant coach at Hofstra from 1994 to 1997, before moving on to Villanova as an assistant coach from 1997 to 2003. After leaving Villanova, he became the Columbia head coach.
Joe Jones now has another men's basketball head coaching position.
Jones, who has been a Boston College assistant coach, has been hired by Boston University as their men's basketball head coach. The school announced Jones would replace Patrick Chambers, who decided to leave Boston University to become the new Penn State early this month.
Jones was an associate head coach at Boston College for a season. Prior to arriving at Boston College, Jones spent seven seasons as the head coach at Columbia. While at Columbia, the Lions won 16 games in 2006-07, which was the most since 1992-93.
Jones has also spent time as an assistant coach at Hofstra from 1994 to 1997, before moving on to Villanova as an assistant coach from 1997 to 2003. After leaving Villanova, he became the Columbia head coach.
Monday, June 20, 2011
Raternick is called on again for the second straight year by the Rush to replace Michna
By Anthony Caruso III
The Chicago Rush has made a trade to help their playoff chances.
The Rush previously had Russ Michna as their quarterback before he went on injured reserve. The Rush had to quickly find a replacement and they made a trade with the Kansas City Command for JJ Raterink.
Raternick had 3,723 yards and 65 touchdowns with the Command this season. Raternick was called on to replace Michna last year when Michna was placed on injured reserve as well. Michna is likely out the rest of the season with an ankle injury.
“We are excited to have JJ back in Chicago,” said Rush head coach Bob McMillen. “We hope that he can come to Chicago and help us prepare for the playoffs. We are confident that he has the skills to learn the system we have in place quickly.”
The Chicago Rush has made a trade to help their playoff chances.
The Rush previously had Russ Michna as their quarterback before he went on injured reserve. The Rush had to quickly find a replacement and they made a trade with the Kansas City Command for JJ Raterink.
Raternick had 3,723 yards and 65 touchdowns with the Command this season. Raternick was called on to replace Michna last year when Michna was placed on injured reserve as well. Michna is likely out the rest of the season with an ankle injury.
“We are excited to have JJ back in Chicago,” said Rush head coach Bob McMillen. “We hope that he can come to Chicago and help us prepare for the playoffs. We are confident that he has the skills to learn the system we have in place quickly.”
Karlsson re-signs with the Flames for the next two years
By Anthony Caruso III
The Calgary Flames have signed goalkeeper Henrik Karlsson.
Karlsson is from Sweden and was acquired by the Flames from the San Jose Sharks. Karlsson was acquired at the 2010 NHL Entry Level Draft in exchange for the Flames 6th round pick in the 2010 draft.
Karlsson played 17 games with the Flames last season going 4-5-6 with a .908 save percentage and a 2.58 goals against average.
Karlsson re-signed with the Flames for the next two years. He is being paid $850,000 this upcoming season in 11-12 and $875,000 in the 12-13 season.
“We are very pleased to have Hank under contract and welcome him back,” said Flames General Manager Jay Feaster. “Last season he demonstrated that he is more than capable as a dependable back-up goalie to Kipper who can win games for us when needed and get us valuable points in the standings. Hank’s game performances, especially after long layoffs and in relief efforts, his work ethic, and his positive personality earned him the trust and support of Brent and his teammates and we are happy to have him back in the fold.”
The Calgary Flames have signed goalkeeper Henrik Karlsson.
Karlsson is from Sweden and was acquired by the Flames from the San Jose Sharks. Karlsson was acquired at the 2010 NHL Entry Level Draft in exchange for the Flames 6th round pick in the 2010 draft.
Karlsson played 17 games with the Flames last season going 4-5-6 with a .908 save percentage and a 2.58 goals against average.
Karlsson re-signed with the Flames for the next two years. He is being paid $850,000 this upcoming season in 11-12 and $875,000 in the 12-13 season.
“We are very pleased to have Hank under contract and welcome him back,” said Flames General Manager Jay Feaster. “Last season he demonstrated that he is more than capable as a dependable back-up goalie to Kipper who can win games for us when needed and get us valuable points in the standings. Hank’s game performances, especially after long layoffs and in relief efforts, his work ethic, and his positive personality earned him the trust and support of Brent and his teammates and we are happy to have him back in the fold.”
Nagle named the new Stony Brook men's lacrosse head coach
By Anthony Caruso III
Stony Brook has its new men's lacrosse head coach.
Stony Brook has hired former Colgate men's lacrosse head coach Jim Nagle to lead the Sea Wolves. Nagle spent the past 10-years with the Raiders.
He won 10 games in four of the last six seasons. He was also the all-time wins leader with the Raiders and was a two-time Patriot League Coach of the Year.
"With the hiring of Jim Nagle, we have brought in a highly experienced, respected and motivated head coach, a Suffolk County native and son of the Three Village community," said Stony Brook Director of Athletics Jim Fiore. "Coach Nagle is committed to continuing to build Stony Brook University men's lacrosse into a national power. His infectious passion and competitiveness helped the Colgate program reach heights never achieved, and he has now come home to lead Stony Brook to exciting new places. We expect the men's lacrosse program to continue its upward trajectory towards contending for a spot in the NCAA Championship under his leadership."
Stony Brook has its new men's lacrosse head coach.
Stony Brook has hired former Colgate men's lacrosse head coach Jim Nagle to lead the Sea Wolves. Nagle spent the past 10-years with the Raiders.
He won 10 games in four of the last six seasons. He was also the all-time wins leader with the Raiders and was a two-time Patriot League Coach of the Year.
"With the hiring of Jim Nagle, we have brought in a highly experienced, respected and motivated head coach, a Suffolk County native and son of the Three Village community," said Stony Brook Director of Athletics Jim Fiore. "Coach Nagle is committed to continuing to build Stony Brook University men's lacrosse into a national power. His infectious passion and competitiveness helped the Colgate program reach heights never achieved, and he has now come home to lead Stony Brook to exciting new places. We expect the men's lacrosse program to continue its upward trajectory towards contending for a spot in the NCAA Championship under his leadership."
Wingate to host the World Strongest Man competition in September
By Anthony Caruso III
The World Strongest Man competition is coming to North Carolina.
Wingate University will be in the national and international spotlight when the MET-Rx World's Strongest Man competition comes to Wingate, North Carolina. The test of strength will take place on the Wingate campus in September.
The competition will be televised on ESPN during a six-hour program in December. But will be televised internationally on ESPN2 in 2012.
“We are very excited millions of people around the world will see what Wingate University has to offer, including our beautiful campus,” Wingate University president Dr. Jerry E. McGee says. “As the third-ranking NCAA Division II Academic All-America® producing school this millennium, we pride ourselves on our strong educational and athletic programs. I know our 600 student-athletes and others will enjoy seeing this exciting competition between 32 champion athletes first-hand.”
“Having the competition on campus will enrich the educational experience for students interested in our sport sciences and communication programs,” Dr. McGee says. “It is a prime example of how Wingate University gives students the tools and support they need to excel in academics and apply that learning toward an extraordinary career and life.”
The World Strongest Man competition is coming to North Carolina.
Wingate University will be in the national and international spotlight when the MET-Rx World's Strongest Man competition comes to Wingate, North Carolina. The test of strength will take place on the Wingate campus in September.
The competition will be televised on ESPN during a six-hour program in December. But will be televised internationally on ESPN2 in 2012.
“We are very excited millions of people around the world will see what Wingate University has to offer, including our beautiful campus,” Wingate University president Dr. Jerry E. McGee says. “As the third-ranking NCAA Division II Academic All-America® producing school this millennium, we pride ourselves on our strong educational and athletic programs. I know our 600 student-athletes and others will enjoy seeing this exciting competition between 32 champion athletes first-hand.”
“Having the competition on campus will enrich the educational experience for students interested in our sport sciences and communication programs,” Dr. McGee says. “It is a prime example of how Wingate University gives students the tools and support they need to excel in academics and apply that learning toward an extraordinary career and life.”
Santana hopes to be back in the majors this season
By Anthony Caruso III
The New York Mets are close to getting Johan Santana back.
Santana is throwing off of a mound again. Santana has been out with a shoulder injury. He has not pitched since last season.
Santana's throwing program saw a speed bumb in early June when he reported feeling soreness in his surgically-repaired left shoulder. After a few days rest, he has began to throw off the mound again and hopes for a return to the mound before the end of this season.
The Mets have not released a time-table for Santana's return.
The New York Mets are close to getting Johan Santana back.
Santana is throwing off of a mound again. Santana has been out with a shoulder injury. He has not pitched since last season.
Santana's throwing program saw a speed bumb in early June when he reported feeling soreness in his surgically-repaired left shoulder. After a few days rest, he has began to throw off the mound again and hopes for a return to the mound before the end of this season.
The Mets have not released a time-table for Santana's return.
Vobora wins lawsuit against Anti-Steroid Program LLC for $5.4 million
By Anthony Caruso III
St. Louis Rams linebacker David Vobora has been vindicated.
Vobora was awarded a $5.4 million dollar settlement in a court filing on Monday. He won his court case when a judge ruled that a supplement maker negligently put steroids into its products.
Vobora was suspended for four games in 2009 after testing positive for steroids after the use of an over-the-counter nutritional supplement spray manufactured by Anti-Steroid Program LLC.
Vobora sued Anti-Steroid Program for falsely claiming the product didn't include banned substances.
St. Louis Rams linebacker David Vobora has been vindicated.
Vobora was awarded a $5.4 million dollar settlement in a court filing on Monday. He won his court case when a judge ruled that a supplement maker negligently put steroids into its products.
Vobora was suspended for four games in 2009 after testing positive for steroids after the use of an over-the-counter nutritional supplement spray manufactured by Anti-Steroid Program LLC.
Vobora sued Anti-Steroid Program for falsely claiming the product didn't include banned substances.
Fowler sent to Triple-A immediately after being activated from the disabled list
By Anthony Caruso III
Dexter Fowler thought he was going to go back to the Colorado Rockies.
But the Rockies did not feel the same way. After being activated off of the 15-day disabled list, Fowler was sent down to Triple-A Colorado Springs.
Fowler was hitting .238 with an .688 OPS at the big league level this season. He is expected to work on swinging the bat from the left side of the plate at the Triple-A level.
Charlie Blackmon is expected to play left field. Carlos Gonzalez, who was playing left field, has been moved to center field.
Dexter Fowler thought he was going to go back to the Colorado Rockies.
But the Rockies did not feel the same way. After being activated off of the 15-day disabled list, Fowler was sent down to Triple-A Colorado Springs.
Fowler was hitting .238 with an .688 OPS at the big league level this season. He is expected to work on swinging the bat from the left side of the plate at the Triple-A level.
Charlie Blackmon is expected to play left field. Carlos Gonzalez, who was playing left field, has been moved to center field.
Jeter expected to start baseball activites this week with a hope of returning on June 29th
By Anthony Caruso III
The New York Yankees are about to get their captain back.
Derek Jeter, who has been hampered by an injury, is expected to resume baseball activites this week. The Yankees are hoping that Jeter can return back to the Yankees lineup on June 29th.
Jeter has been dealing with a calf injury. Just a few days ago, the Yankees thought Jeter would need some rehab assignment time to get back into form.
But now, the team doesn't believe he's going to make any spring training rehab starts.
The New York Yankees are about to get their captain back.
Derek Jeter, who has been hampered by an injury, is expected to resume baseball activites this week. The Yankees are hoping that Jeter can return back to the Yankees lineup on June 29th.
Jeter has been dealing with a calf injury. Just a few days ago, the Yankees thought Jeter would need some rehab assignment time to get back into form.
But now, the team doesn't believe he's going to make any spring training rehab starts.
Beckett to miss start due to illness; Aceves to start in his place
By Anthony Caruso III
The Boston Red Sox have a pitching problem.
Josh Beckett, their ace, has been pulled from tomorrow's start. He was pulled due to a reported illness.
The illness will determine if Beckett can pitch in his next scheduled start. But right now, that's days away from being determined.
Alfredo Aceves is schedule to take Beckett's start tomorrow against the San Diego Padres.
The Boston Red Sox have a pitching problem.
Josh Beckett, their ace, has been pulled from tomorrow's start. He was pulled due to a reported illness.
The illness will determine if Beckett can pitch in his next scheduled start. But right now, that's days away from being determined.
Alfredo Aceves is schedule to take Beckett's start tomorrow against the San Diego Padres.
Friday, June 10, 2011
Titans will not release Kenny Britt, who has been arrested six times since 2009
By Anthony Caruso III
The Tennessee Titans will not release Kenny Britt.
Britt has been in trouble many times since coming into the NFL. He has been arrested six times since 2009.
New Titans head coach Mike Munchak, a former Hall of Famer, is expected to come down hard on Britt after his latest arrest. But the Titans value Britt as their second best player behind Chris Johnson.
Britt will continue to get second chances until he gets arrested for hurting another person. His abilities will keep him in the league.
The Tennessee Titans will not release Kenny Britt.
Britt has been in trouble many times since coming into the NFL. He has been arrested six times since 2009.
New Titans head coach Mike Munchak, a former Hall of Famer, is expected to come down hard on Britt after his latest arrest. But the Titans value Britt as their second best player behind Chris Johnson.
Britt will continue to get second chances until he gets arrested for hurting another person. His abilities will keep him in the league.
Delhomme could be brought back to the Panthers
By Anthony Caruso III
Jake Delhomme could be returning to the Carolina Panthers.
Delhomme is currently a free agent after being released by the Cleveland Browns. He spent the 2010 season with the Browns, as the starter, before Colt McCoy took over the starting job. Delhomme was with the Panthers before going to Cleveland.
Panthers player Ryan Kalil has even went on Twitter to state that he wants the Panthers to re-sign Delhomme. Kalil even posted a quote from Ron Rivera in which Carolina's new coach said, "We’ve got to talk about where we want to head as far as the veteran backup is concerned."
Delhomme could be signed to be a mentor for Cam Newton, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2011 NFL draft. Delhomme would be a mentor that doesn't see any playing time if he signs with the Panthers. There's a chance that Delhomme could be added to the coaching staff.
Jake Delhomme could be returning to the Carolina Panthers.
Delhomme is currently a free agent after being released by the Cleveland Browns. He spent the 2010 season with the Browns, as the starter, before Colt McCoy took over the starting job. Delhomme was with the Panthers before going to Cleveland.
Panthers player Ryan Kalil has even went on Twitter to state that he wants the Panthers to re-sign Delhomme. Kalil even posted a quote from Ron Rivera in which Carolina's new coach said, "We’ve got to talk about where we want to head as far as the veteran backup is concerned."
Delhomme could be signed to be a mentor for Cam Newton, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2011 NFL draft. Delhomme would be a mentor that doesn't see any playing time if he signs with the Panthers. There's a chance that Delhomme could be added to the coaching staff.
James arrested in Fort Myers, Florida for marijuana
By Anthony Caruso III
Javarris James was arrested on Thursday night.
James was arrested for marijuana possession in Fort Myers, Florida. The charge is a misdemeanor.
The NFL cannot suspend players during the lockout, which is why a lot of players are getting in trouble. However, the NFL could still suspend the players once the new CBA comes into affect.
James was signed off of the Washington Redskins practice squad in October by the Indianapolis Colts. He scored six touchdowns, as the short-yardage back.
Javarris James was arrested on Thursday night.
James was arrested for marijuana possession in Fort Myers, Florida. The charge is a misdemeanor.
The NFL cannot suspend players during the lockout, which is why a lot of players are getting in trouble. However, the NFL could still suspend the players once the new CBA comes into affect.
James was signed off of the Washington Redskins practice squad in October by the Indianapolis Colts. He scored six touchdowns, as the short-yardage back.
Michigan has debuted the "legacy" jersey for the Notre Dame game on September 10th
By Anthony Caruso III
The University of Michigan will be debuting a new legacy jersey in September.
The legacy jersey will be debuted against the University of Notre Dame on September 10th. It is the first game that Michigan will be playing under the lights at
The legacy jersey will have a big "M" on the best with the Adidas trademark and the players number on each side of the jersey. There will be yellow strips from the players shoulders down to the sleeves.
The Wolverines will be wearing yellow pants with this uniform.
The University of Michigan will be debuting a new legacy jersey in September.
The legacy jersey will be debuted against the University of Notre Dame on September 10th. It is the first game that Michigan will be playing under the lights at
The legacy jersey will have a big "M" on the best with the Adidas trademark and the players number on each side of the jersey. There will be yellow strips from the players shoulders down to the sleeves.
The Wolverines will be wearing yellow pants with this uniform.
Padres have wasted no time in signing Cory Spangenberg
By Anthony Caruso III
The San Diego Padres has wasted no time in signing their first round draft pick.
The Padres has signed first-round pick Cory Spangenberg to a multi-year contract. He has received a $1.86 million signing bonus, which is the salary for where he was slotted in the draft.
Spangenberg was the 10th overall draft pick in this week;s draft. He was drafted out of Indian River Junior College in Florida.
The Padres received the 10th overall draft pick after failing to sign Karsten Whitson last year. The Padres would not have received another compensation pick for having another player go unsigned.
The San Diego Padres has wasted no time in signing their first round draft pick.
The Padres has signed first-round pick Cory Spangenberg to a multi-year contract. He has received a $1.86 million signing bonus, which is the salary for where he was slotted in the draft.
Spangenberg was the 10th overall draft pick in this week;s draft. He was drafted out of Indian River Junior College in Florida.
The Padres received the 10th overall draft pick after failing to sign Karsten Whitson last year. The Padres would not have received another compensation pick for having another player go unsigned.
Thursday, June 9, 2011
James has lost for the second time in games in which he scores a triple-double
By Anthony Caruso III
LeBron James did something last night that he hasn't done in months,
James had a triple-double in the NBA Finals. His last triple-double came in his final game as a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers in May 2010, after a loss to the Boston Celtics.
James is now 5-2 in playoff games in which he has scored a triple-double. He has only two games left this season in order to try to improve that stat.
The next NBA Finals game is on Sunday night in Miami. The Dallas Mavericks are just one game away from ending the series.
LeBron James did something last night that he hasn't done in months,
James had a triple-double in the NBA Finals. His last triple-double came in his final game as a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers in May 2010, after a loss to the Boston Celtics.
James is now 5-2 in playoff games in which he has scored a triple-double. He has only two games left this season in order to try to improve that stat.
The next NBA Finals game is on Sunday night in Miami. The Dallas Mavericks are just one game away from ending the series.
Sampson will talk to the Pistons about becoming their head coach
By Anthony Caruso III
The Detroit Pistons were rumored to have an interest of two former Pistons of the last.
Those two Pistons were Isiah Thomas and Bill Laimbeer. But now, the Pistons have been granted permission to speak with Kelvin Sampson, the Milwaukee Bucks assistant coach.
Sampson has been an assistant with the Bucks since May 2008 after Scott Skiles gave him an opportunity he could no longer get in the NCAA. Sampson came to the Bucks after being the Indiana men's basketball coach, which ended in scandal, before Tom Crean arrived.
Sampson has previously stated that he'll never coach in college again. When he made those comments, he insisted that he wanted to be a coach in the NBA.
"You never say never," Sampson told the AP in April 2009, when asked about a potential return to college. "But I'm really excited about the NBA, and I'm excited about the possibility of becoming a head coach in the NBA one day, maybe. And if it works out, it works out. If it does, it does. If it doesn't, it doesn't."
The Detroit Pistons were rumored to have an interest of two former Pistons of the last.
Those two Pistons were Isiah Thomas and Bill Laimbeer. But now, the Pistons have been granted permission to speak with Kelvin Sampson, the Milwaukee Bucks assistant coach.
Sampson has been an assistant with the Bucks since May 2008 after Scott Skiles gave him an opportunity he could no longer get in the NCAA. Sampson came to the Bucks after being the Indiana men's basketball coach, which ended in scandal, before Tom Crean arrived.
Sampson has previously stated that he'll never coach in college again. When he made those comments, he insisted that he wanted to be a coach in the NBA.
"You never say never," Sampson told the AP in April 2009, when asked about a potential return to college. "But I'm really excited about the NBA, and I'm excited about the possibility of becoming a head coach in the NBA one day, maybe. And if it works out, it works out. If it does, it does. If it doesn't, it doesn't."
The Marlins sign the recently released Jose Lopez to a minor league deal
By Anthony Caruso III
The Florida Marlins has signed Jose Lopez to a minor league contract.
Lopez became available after he was released by the Colorado Rockies earlier this season. Lopez had a 129 plate appearances for the Rockies, prior to being released.
If Lopez is called up to the active roster, the Marlins will only owe Lopez a pro-rated portion of the league minimum contract. The Rockies are on the hook to pay the rest of his $3.6 million salary for the rest of this season.
Once Lopez arrives with the Marlins, he will be designated to the New Orleans Zephrys, the Marlins Triple-A team.
The Florida Marlins has signed Jose Lopez to a minor league contract.
Lopez became available after he was released by the Colorado Rockies earlier this season. Lopez had a 129 plate appearances for the Rockies, prior to being released.
If Lopez is called up to the active roster, the Marlins will only owe Lopez a pro-rated portion of the league minimum contract. The Rockies are on the hook to pay the rest of his $3.6 million salary for the rest of this season.
Once Lopez arrives with the Marlins, he will be designated to the New Orleans Zephrys, the Marlins Triple-A team.
Mets send Evans back to the minors
By Anthony Caruso III
The New York Mets have made a roster move.
The move is minor in terms of roster moves. But the Mets have designated Nick Evans for assignment.
Evans had only had 12 at-bats with the Mets this season. Five of those at-bats ended in walks. He has had a 151 plate appearances at the Triple-A level this season.
It is the second time he's been removed from the active roster this season. The team will call-up a player later day.
The New York Mets have made a roster move.
The move is minor in terms of roster moves. But the Mets have designated Nick Evans for assignment.
Evans had only had 12 at-bats with the Mets this season. Five of those at-bats ended in walks. He has had a 151 plate appearances at the Triple-A level this season.
It is the second time he's been removed from the active roster this season. The team will call-up a player later day.
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