bring on the awards

NASCAR Update:
DEI is making some big changes to propel them to better things in the future. They announced the promotion of Davie Charpentier to Technical Director replacing Steve Hmiel who moved to Ganassi last month. They will also reorganize their engineering division into three sections. IN addition to their technical improvements, Doug Randolph will take over crew chiefing for the #15 driven by Paul Menard after Thanksgiving.

If you're reading this in Mexico, say hello to current points leader Jimmie Johnson who is on vacation with his wife Chandra.

Former owner Bobby Ginn has reached an agreement with Joe Nemechek, Sterling Marlin, Peter Sospenzo and Richard "Slugger" Labbe over breach of contract. Two former employees cases are still pending.

Former Roush Fenway driver Todd Kluever is looking for a ride. Kluever was the original replacement for the #6 car currently being driven by David Ragan.

Football Update:
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Marcus Stroud will miss the next four games after violating the NFL's steriod policy.

Don Shula, coach of the undefeated 1972 Dolphins says if the Patriots run the table, they should get an asterisk.

Quaterback news, the Vikings signed Koy Detmer on Tuesday just in case their injured QBs need a little help...J.P. Losman will be back at the helm of the Buffalo Bills for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins.

Popo in my crib News:
2005 Seniors Division of the World Series of Poker winner Paul McKinney was arrested after Tennesse police raided his poker game. McKinney was charged with aggravated gammbling promotion on suspicion of organizing and promoting the event as well as possession of Schedule III narcotics. He was released on $3,250 bond. Watch out Paul, because the popo are on your tail!

Braves Update:
Braves new GM Frank Wren says he'll be looking to acquire a new center fielder via trades rather than the weak free agent market. (Of course there is always Aaron Rowand!)

It was a great week for Jeff Francoeur, he married his high school sweatheart over the weekend and then picked up his first Gold Glove Award along with teammate Andruw Jones.

News & Notes: Click here for the rest of the NL Gold Glove winners and here for the AL winners...The GMs voted to explore instant replay in limited use such as fair/foul balls...Curt Schilling is staying with the Red Sox for at least another year after signing a contract worth $8 million...The Indians exercised options on Paul Byrd, Joe Borowski and Aaron Fultz... Nationals thrid baseman Ryan Zimmerman injured his wrist on Sunday taking batting practice and is expected to undergo surgery...Add these three names to the growing list of players connected to steroids, Jose Guillen, Matt Williams and Ismael Valdez...Eric Lindros is expected announce his retirement after 13 seasons in the NHL...After their 5-1 win over the Toronot Maple Leafs, the Ottawa Senators have broken the NHL record for best start by a team, a 13-1-0 start to be exact...Thinking it's getting expensive to attend a Lakers game? With its average ticket price of $89.24, it is. They're up 4.5% this season, making it the most expensive ticket in the NBA...No brawl, boring, but the Knicks were able to walk away with the win, a 119-112 win over the Nuggets. I was hoping for another punch and run by Carmelo...The Big Ten should steer clear of playing Division II games after the Ohio State basketball team lost to Findlay 70-68 in an exhibition game. You may remember Michigan's football's 34-32 loss to Appalachian State, a Division I-Championship Subdivision team earlier this fall.

Random Quote: With this quote, Barry Melrose has become my favorite hockey analyst, "Don't go outside if you have a wallet or anything else, becuase the area around the arena is just horrible." - Melrose on the area around the Prudential Center in Newark. (NY Metro)

Check this out: The CMA Awards are live from Nashville tonight. Tune into ABC at 8 PM/est to see great performances by Carrie Underwood, Rascal Flatts with Jamie Foxx, the Eagles and many more. Click here for a list of nominees.

It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate