By Anthony Caruso III
The Minnesota Vikings may have lost Sidney Rice to the Seattle Seahawks, but they found his replacement today.
The Vikings have agreed to terms with former Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Michael Jenkins. The contract is for the next three years.
Jenkins was drafted in the first round of the 2004 draft by the Falcons. He had 276 receptions for 3, 512 yards in his Falcons career.
His career best for receptions came in 2007 with 53. But his career best for yards in a season came in 2008 when he had 777 yards on 50 receptions.
However, he has never lived up to his billing in Atlanta, so a change of scenery could benefit him. Jenkins has had 20 touchdowns in seven NFL seasons.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Rudd has signed a one year contract with the Titans to be their new middle linebacker
By Anthony Caruso III
The Tennessee Titans have found their new middle linebacker.
The Titans have agreed to terms with former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Barrett Ruud. Ruud's contract is one-year and $4 million.
Ruud led the Buccaneers in tackles the past three years, and is expected to make all the defensive calls as the starting middle linebacker for the Titans. Ruud became the Buccaneers starting middle linebacker when the team decided to release longtime star Derrick Brooks.
Ruud has 585 career tackles with 6 forced fumbles and 6 interceptions since the 2005 season. He also has 5.0 career sacks.
The Tennessee Titans have found their new middle linebacker.
The Titans have agreed to terms with former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Barrett Ruud. Ruud's contract is one-year and $4 million.
Ruud led the Buccaneers in tackles the past three years, and is expected to make all the defensive calls as the starting middle linebacker for the Titans. Ruud became the Buccaneers starting middle linebacker when the team decided to release longtime star Derrick Brooks.
Ruud has 585 career tackles with 6 forced fumbles and 6 interceptions since the 2005 season. He also has 5.0 career sacks.
Red Sox are close to acquiring Harden for Anderson and a player to be named later
By Anthony Caruso III
The Boston Red Sox are about to receive Oakland Athletics pitcher Rich Harden.
The deal is expected to be finalized in the next several hours. In return for Harden, the Athletics will receive first base prospect Lars Anderson and a player to be named later.
Harden has only made five starts this season. He has a 2-1 record with a 4.30 ERA with 29 1/3 innings. He went a season-long 7 innings on July 16th against the Angels.
Harden returned to the Athletics in July after being injured to start the season. He missed the first 82 games of the season with a strained latissimus dorsi muscle.
The Boston Red Sox are about to receive Oakland Athletics pitcher Rich Harden.
The deal is expected to be finalized in the next several hours. In return for Harden, the Athletics will receive first base prospect Lars Anderson and a player to be named later.
Harden has only made five starts this season. He has a 2-1 record with a 4.30 ERA with 29 1/3 innings. He went a season-long 7 innings on July 16th against the Angels.
Harden returned to the Athletics in July after being injured to start the season. He missed the first 82 games of the season with a strained latissimus dorsi muscle.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Steelers release Starks due to the new NFL salary cap
By Anthony Caruso III
The Pittsburgh Steelers took a serious hit due to the new salary cap that teams are forced to face with to save money under the cap.
The Steelers have released starting left tackle Max Starks. Starks was surprised by the news that he was released.
There are reports that Starks is overweight, weighing in at the high 300 pounds. He is also coming off of neck surgery.
Willie Colon is expected to get the first shot at earning Starks former starting position. If Colon fails, Johnathan Scott is expected to get a shot.
The Pittsburgh Steelers took a serious hit due to the new salary cap that teams are forced to face with to save money under the cap.
The Steelers have released starting left tackle Max Starks. Starks was surprised by the news that he was released.
There are reports that Starks is overweight, weighing in at the high 300 pounds. He is also coming off of neck surgery.
Willie Colon is expected to get the first shot at earning Starks former starting position. If Colon fails, Johnathan Scott is expected to get a shot.
Burrell is expected to be released to make room for Beltran on the Giants roster
By Anthony Caruso III
Pat Burrell is looking for a new home.
The San Francisco Giants are expected to release the outfielder when the trade with Carlos Beltran becomes official. Beltran was acquired from the New York Mets.
Burrell signed a one-year, $1 million free agent contract with the Giants this past winter. He was signed by the Giants last summer after being released by the Tampa Bay Rays.
Burrell was hitting .233 on the year with seven home runs and 21 RBI's in 80 games. Due to his poor stats, Burrell is only likely to land a minor league contract when he signs with a new team.
Pat Burrell is looking for a new home.
The San Francisco Giants are expected to release the outfielder when the trade with Carlos Beltran becomes official. Beltran was acquired from the New York Mets.
Burrell signed a one-year, $1 million free agent contract with the Giants this past winter. He was signed by the Giants last summer after being released by the Tampa Bay Rays.
Burrell was hitting .233 on the year with seven home runs and 21 RBI's in 80 games. Due to his poor stats, Burrell is only likely to land a minor league contract when he signs with a new team.
Pence is staying put with the Astros for now after the Astros turned down the Phillies latest offer
By Anthony Caruso III
Hunter Pence is not expected to be traded now.
The Houston Astros turned down an offer from the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night. The reported proposal was Pence to the Phillies for prospects Jonathan Singleton, the Phillies no. 1 prospect, Jarred Cosart, and a third prospect.
Pence was out of the Astros lineup, which made the rumor mill go crazy, thinking that he had already been traded. But the Astros were simply giving him a night off.
Pence is in the final year of his contract that pays him $6.9 million this season. He is arbitration eligible for the 2012 season.
Hunter Pence is not expected to be traded now.
The Houston Astros turned down an offer from the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night. The reported proposal was Pence to the Phillies for prospects Jonathan Singleton, the Phillies no. 1 prospect, Jarred Cosart, and a third prospect.
Pence was out of the Astros lineup, which made the rumor mill go crazy, thinking that he had already been traded. But the Astros were simply giving him a night off.
Pence is in the final year of his contract that pays him $6.9 million this season. He is arbitration eligible for the 2012 season.
Durant signs with the Lions after agreeing to a two-year contract
By Anthony Caruso III
Justin Durant has a new home.
The former Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker has signed with the Detroit Lions. The Lions were targeting Durant since the start of free agency to help their weak linebacker corp.
Durant is expected to play outside lineback. The move is expected to keep DeAndre Levy as the middle linebacker.
The deal is for two-years, however, the terms are not disclosed.
“Haha my mentions goin CRAZY right now!!! Detroit what up doe!?!?” Durant wrote on Twitter.
Justin Durant has a new home.
The former Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker has signed with the Detroit Lions. The Lions were targeting Durant since the start of free agency to help their weak linebacker corp.
Durant is expected to play outside lineback. The move is expected to keep DeAndre Levy as the middle linebacker.
The deal is for two-years, however, the terms are not disclosed.
“Haha my mentions goin CRAZY right now!!! Detroit what up doe!?!?” Durant wrote on Twitter.
Indians are interested in Rockies' Jimenez
By Anthony Caruso III
The New York Yankees are not the only team interested in trading for Colorado Rockies star pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez.
The Cleveland Indians are the latest team that has expressed an interest in the Rockies ace. But the problem is the Rockies are asking for an outrageous amount in return.
The Indians would like to make a "high-impact" trade before Sunday's trade deadline. The Indians even made a run at Carlos Beltran before he was dealt to the San Francisco Giants.
Jimenez is 6-9 this season with a 4.20 ERA in 122 innings. Jimenez had a career-year last year with a 19-8 overall mark in 221.2 innings.
He is due $4.2 million next year with a $5.75 million club option in 2013, or a $1 million buyout. He also has an $8 million club option for 2014, or a $1 million butout. But his 2014 club option will be voided by a trade, according to a clause in his contract.
The New York Yankees are not the only team interested in trading for Colorado Rockies star pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez.
The Cleveland Indians are the latest team that has expressed an interest in the Rockies ace. But the problem is the Rockies are asking for an outrageous amount in return.
The Indians would like to make a "high-impact" trade before Sunday's trade deadline. The Indians even made a run at Carlos Beltran before he was dealt to the San Francisco Giants.
Jimenez is 6-9 this season with a 4.20 ERA in 122 innings. Jimenez had a career-year last year with a 19-8 overall mark in 221.2 innings.
He is due $4.2 million next year with a $5.75 million club option in 2013, or a $1 million buyout. He also has an $8 million club option for 2014, or a $1 million butout. But his 2014 club option will be voided by a trade, according to a clause in his contract.
Beltran has officially been traded to the Giants
By Anthony Caruso III
The Carlos Beltran deal is official now.
Beltran has officially accepted the traded to the San Francisco Giants. The Mets acquired right-hand pitching prospect Zack Wheeler in a one-for-one trade.
Beltran is expected to be in the lineup for the Giants Thursday afternoon. The Giants face the Philadelphia Phillies in the afternoon matanay.
Beltran is expected to play right field for the Giants. Beltran is only expected to receive $2 million from the Giants over the rest of the season, as the Mets pay the remaining $4 million.
Beltran is a rent-a-player for the Giants. He is expected to become a free agent after playing the past 7-years with the Mets.
The Carlos Beltran deal is official now.
Beltran has officially accepted the traded to the San Francisco Giants. The Mets acquired right-hand pitching prospect Zack Wheeler in a one-for-one trade.
Beltran is expected to be in the lineup for the Giants Thursday afternoon. The Giants face the Philadelphia Phillies in the afternoon matanay.
Beltran is expected to play right field for the Giants. Beltran is only expected to receive $2 million from the Giants over the rest of the season, as the Mets pay the remaining $4 million.
Beltran is a rent-a-player for the Giants. He is expected to become a free agent after playing the past 7-years with the Mets.
Friday, July 22, 2011
Swift, according to his coach and NBA consultant Bob Hill, would like to return to the NBA
By Anthony Caruso III
Former NBA player Robert Swift would like to return to the NBA this upcoming season.
Swift signed with Tokyo Apache of the Japanese BJ League in August 2010. Former NBA head coach Bob Hill expects Swift to sign with the Boston Celtics or New York Knicks. Swift hasn't played in the NBA since 2008.
Coach Hill has been a consultant for the NBA for many years, but this comes out of left field to many people. In his previous NBA stint, he was a failure for the Seattle SuperSonics/Oklahoma City Thunder organization.
Swift had four injury-plagued seasons with the Sonics/Thunder. And if he does return to the NBA, he would be nothing more than a big body off of the bench, collecting a hefty pay check.
Former NBA player Robert Swift would like to return to the NBA this upcoming season.
Swift signed with Tokyo Apache of the Japanese BJ League in August 2010. Former NBA head coach Bob Hill expects Swift to sign with the Boston Celtics or New York Knicks. Swift hasn't played in the NBA since 2008.
Coach Hill has been a consultant for the NBA for many years, but this comes out of left field to many people. In his previous NBA stint, he was a failure for the Seattle SuperSonics/Oklahoma City Thunder organization.
Swift had four injury-plagued seasons with the Sonics/Thunder. And if he does return to the NBA, he would be nothing more than a big body off of the bench, collecting a hefty pay check.
Thames has signed with the NY Yankees, his former team
By Anthony Caruso III
The New York Yankees have signed a former Yankee.
The team has signed outfielder Marcus Thames to a minor-league contract. Thames is expected to start at the Triple-A level, then eventually get called up to the big league level.
Thames was a solid role player with the Yankees a year ago. But was struggling with the Los Angeles Dodgers this season prior to his release.
Thames had a .197 batting average with two home runs and seven RBI's in 66 at-bats with the Dodgers. But he was hampered by calf and quad injuries, as well.
Thames is expected to play a lot against left handers once he arrives in the Bronx at some point this summer. He has a .260 career batting average and a career .824 OPS against left handers.
The New York Yankees have signed a former Yankee.
The team has signed outfielder Marcus Thames to a minor-league contract. Thames is expected to start at the Triple-A level, then eventually get called up to the big league level.
Thames was a solid role player with the Yankees a year ago. But was struggling with the Los Angeles Dodgers this season prior to his release.
Thames had a .197 batting average with two home runs and seven RBI's in 66 at-bats with the Dodgers. But he was hampered by calf and quad injuries, as well.
Thames is expected to play a lot against left handers once he arrives in the Bronx at some point this summer. He has a .260 career batting average and a career .824 OPS against left handers.
Dunn is expected to play for the White Sox tonight after missing several games
By Anthony Caruso III
The Chicago White Sox are getting Adam Dunn back tonight.
Dunn is expected to return from a sore knee to the White Sox lineup tonight. On Wednesday, he received treatment on his sore knee.
Dunn has not played since Monday night against the Kansas City Royals. In three at-bats in that game, he walked once and struck out twice.
Dunn has a .588 OPS, which is the second worst in all of baseball. His teammate Alex Rios has a worse OPS at .565.
Dunn has also struggled against left handers this season, as he's hitting .031 against lefties. He is also batting just .158 this year.
He has a .121 batting average since June 1st and a .100 since July 1st.
The Chicago White Sox are getting Adam Dunn back tonight.
Dunn is expected to return from a sore knee to the White Sox lineup tonight. On Wednesday, he received treatment on his sore knee.
Dunn has not played since Monday night against the Kansas City Royals. In three at-bats in that game, he walked once and struck out twice.
Dunn has a .588 OPS, which is the second worst in all of baseball. His teammate Alex Rios has a worse OPS at .565.
Dunn has also struggled against left handers this season, as he's hitting .031 against lefties. He is also batting just .158 this year.
He has a .121 batting average since June 1st and a .100 since July 1st.
Cotchery has returned to football activities after back surgery
By Anthony Caruso III
New York Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery is returning to the football field at the right now.
Cotchery, who had back surgery, has received the go-ahead from his doctor to resume all football activities. Prior to this go-ahead, Cotchery was already doing cutting and running routes.
However, once the new CBA takes place, the Jets are expected to slow down Cotchery's progress. Besides this back surgery, Cotchery played with a herniated disc last year, which was why he was a disappointment last year as the third string receiver.
He is also expected to be the Jets third string receiver this year, as well.
New York Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery is returning to the football field at the right now.
Cotchery, who had back surgery, has received the go-ahead from his doctor to resume all football activities. Prior to this go-ahead, Cotchery was already doing cutting and running routes.
However, once the new CBA takes place, the Jets are expected to slow down Cotchery's progress. Besides this back surgery, Cotchery played with a herniated disc last year, which was why he was a disappointment last year as the third string receiver.
He is also expected to be the Jets third string receiver this year, as well.
Asomugha wants to play for the Jets, but they are still a long shot to sign him
By Anthony Caruso III
Nnamdi Asomugha reportedly would like to play on the East Coast.
Asomugha, through SI.com's Peter King, has said that he would like to play for the New York Jets. Many so-called experts still say that the Jets are a longshot due to their finances.
The Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, and Houston Texans are listed as the favorites from many of these experts. There are also reports that say the Eagles and Cowboys are not gung-ho about signing Asomugha.
Asomugha is still the top free agent available, but his options are not as big as one previously thought.
Nnamdi Asomugha reportedly would like to play on the East Coast.
Asomugha, through SI.com's Peter King, has said that he would like to play for the New York Jets. Many so-called experts still say that the Jets are a longshot due to their finances.
The Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, and Houston Texans are listed as the favorites from many of these experts. There are also reports that say the Eagles and Cowboys are not gung-ho about signing Asomugha.
Asomugha is still the top free agent available, but his options are not as big as one previously thought.
Willis hopes to sign with the Bucs, Dolphins, or Jaguars
By Anthony Caruso III
Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle Ray Willis wants to play in the State of Florida.
Willis has stated that he would like to sign with a team closer to his home in Florida. Willis was a 20-game starter over the past six years for the Seahawks.
Willis missed all of last season with a knee injury. With new Seahawks offensive line coach Tom Cable's zone-blocking scheme, it doesn't appear like he's a good fit to return to Seattle.
He is interested in signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Miami Dolphins, and the Jacksonville Jaguars as a back up offensive lineman.
Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle Ray Willis wants to play in the State of Florida.
Willis has stated that he would like to sign with a team closer to his home in Florida. Willis was a 20-game starter over the past six years for the Seahawks.
Willis missed all of last season with a knee injury. With new Seahawks offensive line coach Tom Cable's zone-blocking scheme, it doesn't appear like he's a good fit to return to Seattle.
He is interested in signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Miami Dolphins, and the Jacksonville Jaguars as a back up offensive lineman.
Penguins winger Aaron Boogaard has been arrested in his brother's Derek's death investigation
By Anthony Caruso III
The Derek Boogaard death has taken a tragic turn.
The former New York Rangers enforcer dead of an overdose-related death back in May. And this morning, his brother and Pittsburgh Penguins winger Aaron Boogaard has been arrested in part of the investigation of his brother's death.
Aaron is accused of helping his brother get the painkiller oxycodone, which is one of the factor's that caused Derek's death. Derek dead of a mixture of oxycodone and alcohol.
"This is a very unfortunate circumstance and we believe Aaron is involved because he may have potential information about a larger investigation," Aaron and Derek's family said in a statement. "One thing is certain, the charges brought against Aaron have nothing to do with his brother, Derek Boogaard's death. The family continues to grieve the loss of Derek and is troubled by this turn of events, which makes the pain for the family even more difficult."
Derek was allegedly a struggling addict, and reportedly, Aaron was the one that tried to control what Derek was taking.
The Derek Boogaard death has taken a tragic turn.
The former New York Rangers enforcer dead of an overdose-related death back in May. And this morning, his brother and Pittsburgh Penguins winger Aaron Boogaard has been arrested in part of the investigation of his brother's death.
Aaron is accused of helping his brother get the painkiller oxycodone, which is one of the factor's that caused Derek's death. Derek dead of a mixture of oxycodone and alcohol.
"This is a very unfortunate circumstance and we believe Aaron is involved because he may have potential information about a larger investigation," Aaron and Derek's family said in a statement. "One thing is certain, the charges brought against Aaron have nothing to do with his brother, Derek Boogaard's death. The family continues to grieve the loss of Derek and is troubled by this turn of events, which makes the pain for the family even more difficult."
Derek was allegedly a struggling addict, and reportedly, Aaron was the one that tried to control what Derek was taking.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Roth named CollegeBaseballInsider.com National Player of the Year
By Anthony Caruso III
Michael Roth has been named the CollegeBaseballInsider.com National Player of the Year.
Roth, a junior pitcher for South Carolina, went 14-3 this past season with an 1.06 ERA in 145 innings. It was also Roth's first year as a starting pitcher.
Roth's 14 wins tied him for fifth most by a Gamecock in a season. He also had a 1.17 ERA in Southeastern Conference play, the lowest of any starter in the league.
He helped the Gamecocks to their second consecutive NCAA Division I National Championship last month.
Michael Roth has been named the CollegeBaseballInsider.com National Player of the Year.
Roth, a junior pitcher for South Carolina, went 14-3 this past season with an 1.06 ERA in 145 innings. It was also Roth's first year as a starting pitcher.
Roth's 14 wins tied him for fifth most by a Gamecock in a season. He also had a 1.17 ERA in Southeastern Conference play, the lowest of any starter in the league.
He helped the Gamecocks to their second consecutive NCAA Division I National Championship last month.
Samuel moves back to the tailback position for Georgia
By Anthony Caruso III
University of Georgia Mark Richt has moved Richard Samuel back to the tailback position.
Samuel was a tailback during his freshman and sophomore years. But then was moved to linebacker in 2009 and injuries caused Samuel to redshirt the 2010 season.
"After discussions with Richard, his family, and our coaches I'm excited that Richard wants to make the move," said Richt. "He's one of our
fastest and most powerful players, is very mature, has a strong character and is a man we can count on. I'm proud of him for always putting the team first and I look forward to seeing what he can do."
Samuel was a tailback for the Bulldogs in 2008 and 2009. He played 22 games, including six starts in 2009. He also had 528 yards on 114 carries and three touchdowns.
University of Georgia Mark Richt has moved Richard Samuel back to the tailback position.
Samuel was a tailback during his freshman and sophomore years. But then was moved to linebacker in 2009 and injuries caused Samuel to redshirt the 2010 season.
"After discussions with Richard, his family, and our coaches I'm excited that Richard wants to make the move," said Richt. "He's one of our
fastest and most powerful players, is very mature, has a strong character and is a man we can count on. I'm proud of him for always putting the team first and I look forward to seeing what he can do."
Samuel was a tailback for the Bulldogs in 2008 and 2009. He played 22 games, including six starts in 2009. He also had 528 yards on 114 carries and three touchdowns.
Grothe signs with the Storm of the Arena Football League
By Anthony Caruso III
Matt Grothe has been given a chance to play professional football near his college roots.
Grothe has been signed by the Tampa Bay Storm. Grothe was one of five players signed by the Storm on Thursday, along with Greg Gundersen, Xzavie Jackson, Colin Nelson and Tavious Polo.
He has previously been with fellow Florida teams, the Florida Tuskers (UFL) and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (NFL). He has also had a stint with the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League.
Grothe was a standout quarterback for the University of South Florida. He is also one of the most decorated quarterbacks in Big East Conference history.
"Matt is a guy we have been keeping an eye on," said Storm head coach Dave Ewart. "We want an opportunity to work with him and see him develop. Xzavie gives us some added depth to the defensive line and more versatility to get after the quarterback. We needed to find a little more consistency in the kicking game and the defensive backfield that is what we are looking to find from Greg, Tavious and Colin."
Matt Grothe has been given a chance to play professional football near his college roots.
Grothe has been signed by the Tampa Bay Storm. Grothe was one of five players signed by the Storm on Thursday, along with Greg Gundersen, Xzavie Jackson, Colin Nelson and Tavious Polo.
He has previously been with fellow Florida teams, the Florida Tuskers (UFL) and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (NFL). He has also had a stint with the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League.
Grothe was a standout quarterback for the University of South Florida. He is also one of the most decorated quarterbacks in Big East Conference history.
"Matt is a guy we have been keeping an eye on," said Storm head coach Dave Ewart. "We want an opportunity to work with him and see him develop. Xzavie gives us some added depth to the defensive line and more versatility to get after the quarterback. We needed to find a little more consistency in the kicking game and the defensive backfield that is what we are looking to find from Greg, Tavious and Colin."
McCarthy honored by the Trenton Thunder
By Anthony Caruso III
Philadelphia Phillies broadcaster Tom McCarthy has been honored by the Trenton Thunder.
McCarthy was inducted into the Trenton Baseball Hall of Fame before the Thunder faced the Reading Phillies. McCarthy also had the home radio booth renamed in his honor to the Tom McCarthy Radio Booth.
McCarthy was with the Thunder for six years and was hired as the team's Director of Public Relations in 1993, then to Assistant General Manager in 1996, while also doing the team's broadcasts.
McCarthy left the Thunder in 1999 to pursue a full-time career in broadcasting. After leaving the Thunder, he created a show on ESPN Radio 1680 AM. He then went on to work five seasons with the Phillies, before working for the New York Mets.
McCarthy is now in his second year as the Phillies play-by-play man. He replaced Harry Kalas when the legendary Phillies broadcaster passed away in April 2009.
Philadelphia Phillies broadcaster Tom McCarthy has been honored by the Trenton Thunder.
McCarthy was inducted into the Trenton Baseball Hall of Fame before the Thunder faced the Reading Phillies. McCarthy also had the home radio booth renamed in his honor to the Tom McCarthy Radio Booth.
McCarthy was with the Thunder for six years and was hired as the team's Director of Public Relations in 1993, then to Assistant General Manager in 1996, while also doing the team's broadcasts.
McCarthy left the Thunder in 1999 to pursue a full-time career in broadcasting. After leaving the Thunder, he created a show on ESPN Radio 1680 AM. He then went on to work five seasons with the Phillies, before working for the New York Mets.
McCarthy is now in his second year as the Phillies play-by-play man. He replaced Harry Kalas when the legendary Phillies broadcaster passed away in April 2009.
Price will now make money off of giving up Jeter's 3,000th hit
By Anthony Caruso III
David Price will have his own fame for giving up Derek Jeter's 3,000th hit.
Price will be remembered just like Jeter and possibly Christian Lopez, the fan who caught the ball. Price has signed a memorabilia contract with Steiner Sports to sign baseballs and pictures.
The pictures will have the saying "I gave up DJ's 3K" on them. Price gave up Jeter's 3,000th hit last Saturday with a full-count. The pictures will be signed by both Price and Jeter.
With the hit, Jeter became the first Yankee to reach 3,000 hits when he homered off of Price.
David Price will have his own fame for giving up Derek Jeter's 3,000th hit.
Price will be remembered just like Jeter and possibly Christian Lopez, the fan who caught the ball. Price has signed a memorabilia contract with Steiner Sports to sign baseballs and pictures.
The pictures will have the saying "I gave up DJ's 3K" on them. Price gave up Jeter's 3,000th hit last Saturday with a full-count. The pictures will be signed by both Price and Jeter.
With the hit, Jeter became the first Yankee to reach 3,000 hits when he homered off of Price.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Britt enters not guilty plea in New Jersey
By Anthony Caruso III
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Kenny Britt has entered a plea in his New Jersey charges from last month.
Britt has pleaded not guilty to three disorderly person charges from a June arrest. Britt entered the plea in Hoboken Municipal Court, but declined further comment.
Britt now has a September 20th trail date. He may have to miss a practice day with the Titans in order to make that court appearance if there is football in September.
Britt could have had a marijuana cigar charge against him, as the Hoboken police suspected Britt to have one. However, no charges were filled in regards to a potential charge for that.
Britt plead guilty to a speeding arrest in June and was arrested for putting inaccurate information on a driver's license in Tennessee at the end of last month. He also had a lawsuit against him in June, as well.
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Kenny Britt has entered a plea in his New Jersey charges from last month.
Britt has pleaded not guilty to three disorderly person charges from a June arrest. Britt entered the plea in Hoboken Municipal Court, but declined further comment.
Britt now has a September 20th trail date. He may have to miss a practice day with the Titans in order to make that court appearance if there is football in September.
Britt could have had a marijuana cigar charge against him, as the Hoboken police suspected Britt to have one. However, no charges were filled in regards to a potential charge for that.
Britt plead guilty to a speeding arrest in June and was arrested for putting inaccurate information on a driver's license in Tennessee at the end of last month. He also had a lawsuit against him in June, as well.
Molina hasn't officially signed retirement papers, but would like to sign with the Giants
By Anthony Caruso III
Veteran catcher Bengie Molina has decided to sit out the remainder of the 2011 season.
Molina has been considering retirement since last off-season. However, he has never signed the official documents that has made his retirement official.
At one point, Molina said that he would only return to the San Francisco Giants. The Giants lost their stud catcher Buster Posey with a severe leg injury that has put him out months after attempting to block a Florida Marlin from scoring a run.
The Giants could add a veteran catcher at some point. Currently, the Giants are going with Chris Stewart and Eli Whiteside.
Veteran catcher Bengie Molina has decided to sit out the remainder of the 2011 season.
Molina has been considering retirement since last off-season. However, he has never signed the official documents that has made his retirement official.
At one point, Molina said that he would only return to the San Francisco Giants. The Giants lost their stud catcher Buster Posey with a severe leg injury that has put him out months after attempting to block a Florida Marlin from scoring a run.
The Giants could add a veteran catcher at some point. Currently, the Giants are going with Chris Stewart and Eli Whiteside.
The All-Star game was affected by immigration law protestors
By Anthony Caruso III
The Arizona immigration law has been a hot button issue since it was passed over a year ago.
Immigration law protestors have made their voices known outside of Major League Baseball's biggest event of the summer, the All-Star game. There were two separate immigrant groups that protested outside of Chase Field before the All-Star game.
The protestors may get their wish to change the law, as the law is currently being challenged in federal court. There were some baseball players against the law when it was passed.
Some guys even said they would skip the All-Star game if they were selected. However, those players must have changed their mind, because, according to MLB, there was no players or coaches skipping the All-Star game due to the law.
The Arizona immigration law has been a hot button issue since it was passed over a year ago.
Immigration law protestors have made their voices known outside of Major League Baseball's biggest event of the summer, the All-Star game. There were two separate immigrant groups that protested outside of Chase Field before the All-Star game.
The protestors may get their wish to change the law, as the law is currently being challenged in federal court. There were some baseball players against the law when it was passed.
Some guys even said they would skip the All-Star game if they were selected. However, those players must have changed their mind, because, according to MLB, there was no players or coaches skipping the All-Star game due to the law.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Vrabel to be named defensive assistant at Ohio State
By Anthony Caruso III
Mike Vrabel is leaving behind the NFL for a career in coaching.
Vrabel is expected to accept the position of defensive assistant with Ohio State. The Buckeye rumors have been surrounding Vrabel for the past several years.
Vrabel was roommates at Ohio State in the mid-90's with new Ohio State head coach Luke Fickell. Fickell is the Ohio State coach on an interim basis after replacing Jim Tressell when he left at the end of May.
The official announcement has not been made, but is expected to be made as soon as Monday. Vrabel has been a focal point in the NFLPA's labor discussions this off-season with the NFL owners.
Mike Vrabel is leaving behind the NFL for a career in coaching.
Vrabel is expected to accept the position of defensive assistant with Ohio State. The Buckeye rumors have been surrounding Vrabel for the past several years.
Vrabel was roommates at Ohio State in the mid-90's with new Ohio State head coach Luke Fickell. Fickell is the Ohio State coach on an interim basis after replacing Jim Tressell when he left at the end of May.
The official announcement has not been made, but is expected to be made as soon as Monday. Vrabel has been a focal point in the NFLPA's labor discussions this off-season with the NFL owners.
Cowboys will not release Roy Williams
By Anthony Caruso III
There was rumors that Roy Williams could be released by the Dallas Cowboys.
But those rumors are not true. The Cowboys will not release Williams in an attempt to save money under the cap.
The Cowboys would have taken a $12.9 million dollar salary cap hit by releasing Williams. Williams is expected to make $5.1 million when the new CBA is decided with the NFL.
Williams is expected to be the Cowboys No. 3 wide receiver to Tony Romo when the new season starts.
There was rumors that Roy Williams could be released by the Dallas Cowboys.
But those rumors are not true. The Cowboys will not release Williams in an attempt to save money under the cap.
The Cowboys would have taken a $12.9 million dollar salary cap hit by releasing Williams. Williams is expected to make $5.1 million when the new CBA is decided with the NFL.
Williams is expected to be the Cowboys No. 3 wide receiver to Tony Romo when the new season starts.
Bryant is interested in playing overseas if there is a lockout
By Anthony Caruso III
Kobe Bryant is interested in playing basketball overseas.
His father, Joseph Bean Bryant, played previously overseas when Bryant was a young child. Bryant, the Los Angeles Lakers star, has expressed the idea of playing overseas during the NBA lockout if there is one.
Bryant reportedly already has an exhibition tour to China in the works. This comes after Deron Williams agrees to a contract with a team in Turkey if there is indeed an NBA lockout.
Many players feel the same way as Williams and Bryant, as they would have an opportunity to earn a solid income while being locked out. It would also allow the players to leverage against the owners.
Kobe Bryant is interested in playing basketball overseas.
His father, Joseph Bean Bryant, played previously overseas when Bryant was a young child. Bryant, the Los Angeles Lakers star, has expressed the idea of playing overseas during the NBA lockout if there is one.
Bryant reportedly already has an exhibition tour to China in the works. This comes after Deron Williams agrees to a contract with a team in Turkey if there is indeed an NBA lockout.
Many players feel the same way as Williams and Bryant, as they would have an opportunity to earn a solid income while being locked out. It would also allow the players to leverage against the owners.
Nets hope to re-sign Humphries this off-season
By Anthony Caruso III
The New Jersey Nets would like to keep Kris Humphries this off-season.
The Nets are going as far to name Humphries the No. 1 off-season priority for the team. There are mutual interest between Humphries and the Nets to re-sign with the team.
Both sides have expressed an interest in saying put for some time, but no contract was signed. Once Humphries goes on the open market, he will become an asset that many teams will come to talk to once the new CBA comes.
The Nets are hoping that a return to New Jersey is still in the cards. He averaged 10 points and 10.4 rebounds last season as the team's starting power forward.
The New Jersey Nets would like to keep Kris Humphries this off-season.
The Nets are going as far to name Humphries the No. 1 off-season priority for the team. There are mutual interest between Humphries and the Nets to re-sign with the team.
Both sides have expressed an interest in saying put for some time, but no contract was signed. Once Humphries goes on the open market, he will become an asset that many teams will come to talk to once the new CBA comes.
The Nets are hoping that a return to New Jersey is still in the cards. He averaged 10 points and 10.4 rebounds last season as the team's starting power forward.
Monday, July 4, 2011
The NFL retired players file a class-action complaint to be entered into the negiotations in the new labor deal
By Anthony Caruso III
The NFL's retired community has filed a complaint against the league and its current group of players.
The retired NFL players want to be involved in the current negioations between the owners and the players, as both sides try to reach an agreement in the coming days. The retired group filed a class-action complaint against the owners and its current players in a federal court on Monday.
Hall of Famers Carl Eller, Franco Harris, Marcus Allen and Paul Krause are asking the US District Judge Susan Richard Nelson to stop the negiotations between the two sides. The retired players are arguing that the current players are not negotiationing on the behalf of the retired players.
The owners and players have met five times over the past few weeks. The league and players are trying to reach an agreement, before having to lose training camps and games, which usually start at the end of this month.
The NFL's retired community has filed a complaint against the league and its current group of players.
The retired NFL players want to be involved in the current negioations between the owners and the players, as both sides try to reach an agreement in the coming days. The retired group filed a class-action complaint against the owners and its current players in a federal court on Monday.
Hall of Famers Carl Eller, Franco Harris, Marcus Allen and Paul Krause are asking the US District Judge Susan Richard Nelson to stop the negiotations between the two sides. The retired players are arguing that the current players are not negotiationing on the behalf of the retired players.
The owners and players have met five times over the past few weeks. The league and players are trying to reach an agreement, before having to lose training camps and games, which usually start at the end of this month.
Dick Groat inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame
By Anthony Caruso III
A Duke great has been inducted into the National College Baseball Hall of Fame.
Former Duke baseball and basketball player Dick Groat was inducted into the Hall of Fame on Monday at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. He is now a member of the College Baseball and College Basketball Hall of Fame.
He is the first player in Duke baseball history to be naned to the College Baseball Hall of Fame. He was a two-year letterwinner and two-time All-American for the Duke baseball team in 1951 and 1952, including being named 1952 College Baseball Player of the Year.
He was one of seven members inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame. Others included current Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona, Danny Goodwin, Ralph Waldo, Emerson Jones, Oddibe McDowell, Tim Wallach, and Bill Wilheim.
A Duke great has been inducted into the National College Baseball Hall of Fame.
Former Duke baseball and basketball player Dick Groat was inducted into the Hall of Fame on Monday at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. He is now a member of the College Baseball and College Basketball Hall of Fame.
He is the first player in Duke baseball history to be naned to the College Baseball Hall of Fame. He was a two-year letterwinner and two-time All-American for the Duke baseball team in 1951 and 1952, including being named 1952 College Baseball Player of the Year.
He was one of seven members inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame. Others included current Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona, Danny Goodwin, Ralph Waldo, Emerson Jones, Oddibe McDowell, Tim Wallach, and Bill Wilheim.
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