Yesterday we announced the nominees for Best Use of a Bat. It was a tough decision, Martin Prado's bat toss was practically a once in a lifetime event, and Joes Offerman's useage cost him his job and possibly his freedom, so we had to give it to Alex Rodriguez. Congrats!
Best Mangerial Freakout
Phillip Wellman (AA-Mississippi Braves) June 1, 2007
Wellman took the art of managerial freak outs to another level. We especially love when he pretends the resin bag is a grenade. While he did get suspended for three games by the Braves organization, we're pretty sure ticket sales jumed for the AA club. It's almost better than the zooperstars.
Lou Pinella June 2, 2007
Before his little freak out the Chicago Cubs were a woeful 21-33 and 7.5 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers tied for fourth in the NL Central. Since then they've gone 59-40 and lead the Brewers by a game in the Central. Sometimes your team just needs a little push, huh Lou?
Bobby Cox #132
It took Bobby 7 1/2 weeks to break the ejection record set by John McGraw. This one shows why he is such a great manager. Chipper Jones ends the inning on a called third strike and argues with the umpire. Cox jumps out of the dugout and gets himself ejected over his MVP third baseman. Good thing, Jones went on to hit the game winner.
Check back tomorrow for the results.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Pettitte's 200th
(Roll Call from last night. Sorry, I'm trying to get better at video taping things.)
So yesterday I headed up to the boogey down Bronx to catch my second to last baseball game of the season, the New York Yankees v. the Baltimore Orioles. (I can't believe there's a week and half left of the season!) With the Yankees in the middle of a major pennant race, the feel inside Yankee Stadium was electric. Or maybe that was because I was on the good side of the bleechers. You know the season ticket holders side. Knowing that time was running out the crowd seemed to have one eye on the game and one eye on the out of town scoreboard. Once the 1 changed to 2 and the crowd knew the Red Sox were losing a loud Red Sox suck chant broke out. And as word spread that the bases were loaded with Papelbon on the mound, reserved excitement covered everyone's face. But once we knew that Papelbon had given up a grand slam reserved left the building and we instantly started cheering. I think the noise was louder for the Red Sox game's final posting 6-1, than for Mariano's final strike out of the night. While it was great to be at a game that had such importance, the Yanks are only a game and half back of the Sox in the NL East, I still would have rathered gone to a Braves game. What can I say, I'm crazy.
Congrats to Pettitte on career win 200!
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
I was swept away
Braves Update:
Chuck James allowed only two hits in seven innings to top one of his career best starts for the Braves on Wednesday. James, who had only won two games since the beginning of August, was aided by a three run first inning and a lack of long balls hit by the Fish. Both Mark Teixeira and Andruw Jones went deep in the Braves 5-1 win. After completing their three game sweep over the Florida Marlins, the Braves look to be spoilers for the Milwaukee Brewers who come into Thursday's game just one behind the Chicago Cubs in the NL Central. Watch Jeff Bennett take the mound for the first time for the Braves at 7:35 PM/est on SS.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 5.5
Games above .500: 6
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Boston may have Ben Affleck, Matt Damon and Stephen King as fans but they don't have Elton John! Watch him talk baseball here...Forget about the pennant races, Chipper Jones and Edgar Renteria are in a tight battle with the Colorado Rockies Matt Holliday for the NL batting title...The Braves purchased 27 year old Jeff Bennett's contract after the AAA-Richmond Braves lost on Tuesday...Octavio Dotel who has been on the DL for six weeks with a tricep strain may be activated today.
Baseball Update:
AL Standings
NL Standings
Baseball Notes: The Toronto Blues Jays busted up a 2-1 tie with a Russ Adams' grand slam off of Johnathan Papelbon in the eighth inning to beat the Red Sox 6-1...Meanwhile, in the Bronx, the Yankees escaped the ninth inning with a 2-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles to bring them within a 1.5 of the Sox in the AL East. It was Andy Pettitte's 200th win...Over in the NL the Mets and Cubs got some breathing room with their respective wins. The Mets broke up a five game slide with a 8-4 win over the Nationals, while the Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-2...The Braves weren't the only team to bring out the broom on Wednesday, the Cleveland Indians 4-2 win over the Detroit Tigers gave C.C. Sabathia his 18th win of the season and the Angels 2-1 win over the Tampa Bay Devil Rays cut the magic number down to three...Injury news, the Cardinals' Mark Mulder will have shoulder surgery at the end of the season. Luckily they don't have to worry about those pesky post season games, Jason Giambi's MRI on his foot came back negative while the Brewers sent Ben Sheets back to Milwaukee to have an MRI on his hamstring...And finally, one of PIMC's favorite young players, Curtis Granderson is featured in the new issue of Sports Illustrated this week, so pick it up.
NASCAR Update:
Dale Earnhardt, Jr. may run 7 races in the Busch series next season in the number 5 car. A driver for the 88 car currently being driven by Brad Keselowski has not been named. Junior's Busch team and the five car will be merging next season.
Marcos Ambrose declined Robby Gordon's offer to drive the #77 car for Robby Gordon Motorsports at Dover this weekend. Ambrose instead chose to concentrate on his Busch ride this weekend while his wife is expecting their second child who is due on Sunday. Ambrose said he'll do whatever he can to be at the delivery. Maybe this kid should learn from Gordon's daughter who showed up early enough to allow her dad to race. Robby Gordon's offer stemmed from a little incident in Montreal this past August.
Busch Series points leader Carl Edwards will make his 100th start in the Nascar's second tier series this weekend.
Popo in my crib news:
Former NASCAR Truck Series driver Aaron Fike appeared in court on Wednesday but did not enter a plea on his possession of heroin and possession of drug abuse instruments charges stemming from his July 7th arrest at an amusement park. His female companion, Cassandra Davidson pleaded guilty to the same charges on August 24th with a sentencing date set for October 11th. A trail date for Fike has not been set. Watch out Aaron, because the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: Terrell Owens was fined $7,500 for his fake video taping touchdown celebration on Sunday. It wasn't as good as the dog pound leap, but I think it was worth the fine...In other Texas football news, the Houston Texans will be without star receiver Andre Johnson in their game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. Johnson is recovering from a sprained knee...Talk about sore losers, Notre Dame has refused to release quarterback Demetrius Jones from his scholarship. This does not stop him from playing at Northern Illinois next season, but it does prevent him from getting a free ride to play there. Jones left the Irish after two games earlier this season...Andrei Kirilenko has a blog and he's not afraid to use it to express his distaste for his employer the Utah Jazz. He wrote "I want to quit Utah." But the Jazz told him, we can't quit you so you're staying!...Danny Ferry and Mike Brown got new looks to their brand new offices. Ferry's office was painted up in Carolina blue and Brown's had a tween look with hot pink walls. Ferry attended Duke...Chelsea Soccer Club and Jose Mourinho have agreed to part ways after "Mourinho led the Blues to twice as many English league titles than any other manager in the club's history". I guess times really are tough for managers...And finally, it's strickly BYOB for University of Colorado basketball games this season after the University announced it will not be selling beers that the games. But don't worry, beer will still be available for private groups. Wouldn't want to upset the boosters!
Random Quote: "I'll have pink ribbons for you all when you leave so nobody feels left out." - Mike Brown's reaction to his new office. (source)
Check this out: This morning I was watching CMT and apparently it was transformed into Carrie Music Television, broadcasting her new video for "So Small." If you haven't seen it yet click here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Kate
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Junior's Big Announcement
Dale Earnhardt, Jr. made the big announcement we've all been anticipating this afternoon, he'll be racing the #88 for Hendrick Motorsports next season and he'll be sponsored by Mountain Dew, Amp Engergy Drink and the National Guard. The cars will look like this:
It's been fun blogging with you,
(Photo: Speedtv.com)
Now this is the third "big" announcement Junior's made this year. And as the season has progressed his fashion at said press conferences has definately gotten better. (Thank goodness!)
(Photo: Getty Images)
Obiviously this was a difficult time for him. He was leaving the team started by his father and he was unsure of where he would land in 2008. But that doesn't mean he could rock the beard for the press conference. It's ok to shave. I know that you dropped the whole Gilette sponsorship but I'm sure they gave you a lifetime supply of razors as a welcoming gift when you originally signed with them that you couldn't possibly have gone through yet. I also wasn't digging his hair. It was too short and kind of looked like Tony Eury, Jr. used the flobbee to cut it. But at least it looks like he took a shower before hand because his hair is still wet. I'll give him a C, factoring in emotional stress of course because otherwise it would have been much worse.
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(Photo: AP)
Junior look incredibly excited. He got to move over to a team with a more "hands on" owner and his family had history at HMS, so he felt like he was moving from one family member to another. But Junior apparently thought that no one would notice if he wore jeans to the event because he'd be sitting down and his legs would be covered. Accept...he got out of his seat and someone snapped this photo. Ooops! I'm glad he shaved and his hair seems to have grown back in the front. But the shirt is a smidge too night time at club Junior for my tastes and the pants are little too hanging out with the boys. Overall, an improvement but he's still a ways off, I give him a B-, because from the top up, he looked presentable.
Junior look incredibly excited. He got to move over to a team with a more "hands on" owner and his family had history at HMS, so he felt like he was moving from one family member to another. But Junior apparently thought that no one would notice if he wore jeans to the event because he'd be sitting down and his legs would be covered. Accept...he got out of his seat and someone snapped this photo. Ooops! I'm glad he shaved and his hair seems to have grown back in the front. But the shirt is a smidge too night time at club Junior for my tastes and the pants are little too hanging out with the boys. Overall, an improvement but he's still a ways off, I give him a B-, because from the top up, he looked presentable.
Enter today's press conference:
(Photo: Nascar Scene)
I thought today was the best I've seen him in a while. I actually emailed my brother to tell him how proud I was of the Hendrick Motorsports PR team that got Junior to fix his hair so well. (When I get a better close up I'll post it.) I don't think I've ever seen his hair look so good. Either it's shaggy and unmanageable or short and unflattering, but today, was a great hair day. He also decided to shave, thank goodness. But then he stood up and I gasped. Untucked shirt, really? Would it kill you to conform on press conference day? I believe he was wearing dress pants and his dress shirt fit extrodanarily well for Junior. But this untucked shirt thing is a killer, it's not like he's Tony Stewart and tucking in his shirt would reveal just how large his beer belly is. Junior looks to be in pretty good shape (although, according to Kyle Busch that's not that accurate.) So overall, I give today's look a B+. Good job June, and good luck in the new ride!
Update: Junior was a guest on Espnews' hot seat. You can see it here. On second thought, I think he might have not shaved. Down grade.
UPDATE: Upon final review, Junior is wearing dark denim not dress pants. A step in the right direction from the Hendrick announcement but still not what I was hoping for. How about these pants instead. They even have "broken in" in their title. Oh, but I am still on cloud nine with the great hair!
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
The Popo Awards: Best Use of a Bat
With the season dwindling down, I wanted to present my own awards, the Popos. Each day I'll post Popo Award Nominees.
Today's: Best Use of a Bat
Martin Prado
I think the clip says it all, like Halley's Comet, this happens once every 75 years!
Jose Offerman
It was all going so well in an Independent Atlantic League game between the Long Island Ducks and the Bridgeport Bluefish until Matt Beech struck Jose Offerman with a pitch. Apparently, you don't disrespect Jose Offerman unless you want to get knocked with a bat. Offerman charged the mound striking Beech and breaking his finger while also giving catcher John Nathans a concussion when Nathans was struck with Offerman's' back swing. Jose was arrested and charged with assualt.
Alex Rodriguez
Practically a shoe-in for the AL MVP, Rodriguez's line looks something like this: .310/52/142/.416/.646. (AVG/HR/RBI/OBP/SLG) Not too bad for someone who notched his 500th homerun earlier this season and has been able to bail the Yankees out of a 22-29 start through May 31st which had them 13.5 back of the Boston Red Sox to a 87-64 mark with the Yanks leading the AL Wild Card and only 2.5 games back of the Sox.
(The above clip is of ARod's grand slam in June 2007 against the New York Mets)
Check back tomorrow to find out who won the Popo and see three more nominees.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Today's: Best Use of a Bat
Martin Prado
I think the clip says it all, like Halley's Comet, this happens once every 75 years!
Jose Offerman
It was all going so well in an Independent Atlantic League game between the Long Island Ducks and the Bridgeport Bluefish until Matt Beech struck Jose Offerman with a pitch. Apparently, you don't disrespect Jose Offerman unless you want to get knocked with a bat. Offerman charged the mound striking Beech and breaking his finger while also giving catcher John Nathans a concussion when Nathans was struck with Offerman's' back swing. Jose was arrested and charged with assualt.
Alex Rodriguez
Practically a shoe-in for the AL MVP, Rodriguez's line looks something like this: .310/52/142/.416/.646. (AVG/HR/RBI/OBP/SLG) Not too bad for someone who notched his 500th homerun earlier this season and has been able to bail the Yankees out of a 22-29 start through May 31st which had them 13.5 back of the Boston Red Sox to a 87-64 mark with the Yanks leading the AL Wild Card and only 2.5 games back of the Sox.
(The above clip is of ARod's grand slam in June 2007 against the New York Mets)
Check back tomorrow to find out who won the Popo and see three more nominees.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
ridin'
Braves Update:
Jo-Jo Reyes picked up his first major league win in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Florida Marlins on Tuesday. Reyes pitched five innings allowing only three hits and one earned run, but his night could have gone differently if not for a spectacular catch by Andruw Jones to perserve the Braves slim 4-3 lead. The Braves didn't just use their gloves they also used their bats picking up 12 hits and four runs, all scored with two outs to get their fifth straight win. The Braves complete their three game series with the Fish tonight at 7:35 PM/est on FSN.
National League Standings:
(Standings: Foxsports.com)
Baseball Notes: The Boston Red Sox and New York Mets are competing for this years biggest choker award after the Red Sox dropped another game to the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 and the Mets fell 9-8 to the Washington Nationals. The Mets had previously held a 40 minute players only meeting but that didn't stop them from blowing a 7-3 loss. I guess they'll be shaving their heads again. Poor Shawn Green...The Brewers moved into a tie for first in the NL Central after beating the Astros 9-1 on Tuesday, but they did it after ace Ben Sheets left in the second inning with tightness in his leg...Justin Verlander gave up four homeruns in the Detroit Tigers 7-4 loss to the Cleveland Indians. Stick a fork in them, they're done...Texas Rangers Vicente Padilla and Nick Swisher were both suspended by Major League Baseball for their first inning antics during the Rangers and A's Sunday game. Padilla threw a pitch that struck Swisher sending Swisher charging towards the mound. Padilla received a seven game suspension while Swisher got three games...Marlon Anderson was also suspended by MLB, this time it was for only two games for arguing a called third strike on Saturday.
News & Notes: The Atlanta Falcons have signed Byron Leftwich to a 2 year, $7 million deal which would provide much needed help at the QB position...Not to be out done, the Dallas Cowboys signed Tank Johnson to a two year deal just in time for the Boys game against Johnson's former employer, the Chicago Bears...The Division II Gulf South Conference has suspended Delta State's head coach Ron Roberts and Henderson State's head coach Scott Maxfield after Saturday's on field fight in Cleveland...The NHL may make scheduling changes for the 2008 season which would produce a more balanced schedule...And finally, Madison Square Garden will retire its 82 year old boxing ring.
Jo-Jo Reyes picked up his first major league win in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Florida Marlins on Tuesday. Reyes pitched five innings allowing only three hits and one earned run, but his night could have gone differently if not for a spectacular catch by Andruw Jones to perserve the Braves slim 4-3 lead. The Braves didn't just use their gloves they also used their bats picking up 12 hits and four runs, all scored with two outs to get their fifth straight win. The Braves complete their three game series with the Fish tonight at 7:35 PM/est on FSN.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 5.5
Games above .500: 5
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Don't forget to vote for Chipper Jones for the Hank Aaron Award, which celebrates excellence at the plate, here...John Smoltz dedicated his base hit on Monday to long time broadcaster Skip Caray who had returned to the booth after battling health problems earlier this month...Brandon Jones and Joey Devine are expected to rejoin the Atlanta Braves after playing for the AAA-Richmond Braves in Oklahoma City earlier this week.
Baseball Update:
With season nearing a close, a 1 1/2 game lead is the largest in the NL. As such, I'll be dedicating a section of the blog to Baseball news & notes until the final game of the world sereis.
With season nearing a close, a 1 1/2 game lead is the largest in the NL. As such, I'll be dedicating a section of the blog to Baseball news & notes until the final game of the world sereis.
American League Standings:
National League Standings:
(Standings: Foxsports.com)Baseball Notes: The Boston Red Sox and New York Mets are competing for this years biggest choker award after the Red Sox dropped another game to the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 and the Mets fell 9-8 to the Washington Nationals. The Mets had previously held a 40 minute players only meeting but that didn't stop them from blowing a 7-3 loss. I guess they'll be shaving their heads again. Poor Shawn Green...The Brewers moved into a tie for first in the NL Central after beating the Astros 9-1 on Tuesday, but they did it after ace Ben Sheets left in the second inning with tightness in his leg...Justin Verlander gave up four homeruns in the Detroit Tigers 7-4 loss to the Cleveland Indians. Stick a fork in them, they're done...Texas Rangers Vicente Padilla and Nick Swisher were both suspended by Major League Baseball for their first inning antics during the Rangers and A's Sunday game. Padilla threw a pitch that struck Swisher sending Swisher charging towards the mound. Padilla received a seven game suspension while Swisher got three games...Marlon Anderson was also suspended by MLB, this time it was for only two games for arguing a called third strike on Saturday.
NASCAR Update:
Kasey Kahne officially announced he will be sponsored by Budweiser in 2008. Don't worry, Ray Evernham said it's not a conflict that Allstate will share co-sponsoring duties on the #9 Dodge. Thank goodness for driving responsibly.
Denny Hamlin, Clint Bowyer, David Gilliland, David Stremme and Mark Green all tested tires for Goodyear in COT cars at Daytona.
Speed will broadcast Dale Earnhardt, Jr's announcement on Wednesday. If you're sitting at work, you can also catch the announcement on ESPN360.com. Coverage begins at 1:30 PM/est.
This just in, until last Thursday Martin Truex, Jr. had never been to a starbucks. I didn't know people like that even existed. Check out more from Truex's New York trip here.
Popo in my crib News:
University of Montana cornerback Jimmy Wilson pleaded not guilty to murder charges stemming from the June 3rd death of Wilson's aunt's 29 year old boyfriend Kevin I. Smoot. Wilson is also charged with "personally and intentionally discharg[ing] a riffle." Watch out Jimmy, because the popo are on your tail!
University of Montana cornerback Jimmy Wilson pleaded not guilty to murder charges stemming from the June 3rd death of Wilson's aunt's 29 year old boyfriend Kevin I. Smoot. Wilson is also charged with "personally and intentionally discharg[ing] a riffle." Watch out Jimmy, because the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: The Atlanta Falcons have signed Byron Leftwich to a 2 year, $7 million deal which would provide much needed help at the QB position...Not to be out done, the Dallas Cowboys signed Tank Johnson to a two year deal just in time for the Boys game against Johnson's former employer, the Chicago Bears...The Division II Gulf South Conference has suspended Delta State's head coach Ron Roberts and Henderson State's head coach Scott Maxfield after Saturday's on field fight in Cleveland...The NHL may make scheduling changes for the 2008 season which would produce a more balanced schedule...And finally, Madison Square Garden will retire its 82 year old boxing ring.
Check this out: So I know a couple of months ago a swore off the CW, but I've change my mind and it's all because of a little show called "Gossip Girl" which premieres tonight at 9 PM/est after "America's Next Top Model." To get a sneak preview of the show click here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
hazing
The Red Sox recently dressed up their rookie class in the annual hazing of first year pla
yers. Obliviously this isn’t a first, just look at the many NFL players who came home from training camp with new haircuts this sumer. There have been the multiple Elvis look, the zoot suits and many more, but here are some ideas for the next round of players:
(photo:AP)
Cheerleader
Everyone loves the whole dress guys like girls look, but this takes it to a whole new level. And we’re not talking classy Dallas Cowboy cheerleaders, we’re talking Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders. As seen during last nights Monday Night Football game, these girls decided to wear something similar to what I tan in.
Hooters waitress
An oldie but a goodie. And as an added bonus they can just “borrow” an outfit from last nights' drunken fling.
Dora the Explorer
If you’re going to go the cartoon route why not go for Dora the Explorer? And it can also be a learning experience to bridge the gap between the English speaking and Spanish speaking players. How do you say win-win-win in Spanish?
Hobos
A tribute to our 1930s roots, make your teammate dress up in overalls with holes at the knees covered by patches and maybe a nice flannel top. Add a bandana for authenticity and mention that instead of taking the private jet to the next game they’ll have to hop a ride on the freight train that’s passing through town in exactly 23 minutes.
yers. Obliviously this isn’t a first, just look at the many NFL players who came home from training camp with new haircuts this sumer. There have been the multiple Elvis look, the zoot suits and many more, but here are some ideas for the next round of players:(photo:AP)
Cheerleader
Everyone loves the whole dress guys like girls look, but this takes it to a whole new level. And we’re not talking classy Dallas Cowboy cheerleaders, we’re talking Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders. As seen during last nights Monday Night Football game, these girls decided to wear something similar to what I tan in.
Hooters waitress
An oldie but a goodie. And as an added bonus they can just “borrow” an outfit from last nights' drunken fling.
Dora the Explorer
If you’re going to go the cartoon route why not go for Dora the Explorer? And it can also be a learning experience to bridge the gap between the English speaking and Spanish speaking players. How do you say win-win-win in Spanish?
Hobos
A tribute to our 1930s roots, make your teammate dress up in overalls with holes at the knees covered by patches and maybe a nice flannel top. Add a bandana for authenticity and mention that instead of taking the private jet to the next game they’ll have to hop a ride on the freight train that’s passing through town in exactly 23 minutes.
A Devil Ray
Mention to your teammate that they’ve just gotten traded and they need to change into their new uniform so they can play in their next game. To add to the drama give them a Devil Rays jersey. Nothing says heart attack like going from a first place team to playing in Florida. Although this doesn’t work if you’re playing for the Devil Rays, but I guess playing for the Devil Rays is like a practical joke in itself.
Mention to your teammate that they’ve just gotten traded and they need to change into their new uniform so they can play in their next game. To add to the drama give them a Devil Rays jersey. Nothing says heart attack like going from a first place team to playing in Florida. Although this doesn’t work if you’re playing for the Devil Rays, but I guess playing for the Devil Rays is like a practical joke in itself.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
never going to give you up
Braves Update:
Seems the Braves aren't quite ready to give up on the season after their 11-6 win over the Florida Marlins on Monday night. John Smoltz allowed only one run in six innings while the Braves offered their bats giving him a 10-1 lead in the fifth inning. Jeff Francoeur secured his second straight 100 RBI season with his RBI single in the fourth. Francoeur wasn't the only one getting it done for the Bravos, Chipper drove in three and Andruw Jones added a three run homer in the fifth. That was a good thing because the bullpen gave up a combined five runs in the seventh and eighth innings. The Braves continue their series with the Marlins tonight at 7:05 PM/est on SS.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 6.5
Games above .500: 4
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Andruw's woeful season may help the Braves next year. Rumors are swirling that Andruw may sign a one year contract with the Braves to help pad his stats for a larger multiyear contract in 2009. And Andruw has publicly announced his hope to stay in a Braves uniform. But for how much?...Especally since reports say that Liberty has told the Braves to cut their $89 million payroll for next season...Peter Moylan had quite the family reunion on Monday morning, his two month old baby daughter, Matisse and his wife Tracey. This was Peter's first view at the newborn...Chipper Jones and Edgar Renteria are battling for a prize of their own, the NL batting title. Currenlty Chipper has the edge with a league leading .339...Kelly Johnson says he's ok with the Braves switching his position in 2008. Although nothing official has been announced, Johnson knows that it is a possiblity with the way Yunel Escobar has played this season.
NASCAR Update:
2007 IRL Champion Dario Franchitti will be testing a stock car at Talladega to prepare for the October 5th ARCA race there. Franchitti will be driving for Chip Ganassi Racing fueling speculation that he'll make the jump in 2008.
A new Sprint spot featuring Jeff Gordon and his wife Ingrid will begin airing this month. It's the first time an ad will mention Gordon's new family.
In other sponsorship news, Levi Strauss has ended its parternship with Jimmie Johnson. Maybe he can team up with Seven Jeans for men next season...And Hershey will feature new candy bars with Dale Earnhardt just in time for your post Christmas rush. The bars will hit stores in January. Seriously, who did their marketing strategy. Think of all the stockings that could have been filled with Earnhardt Hersehy bars.
The ratings for the Sylvania 300 were up according to ABC. The broadcast drew a 3.3 share, up 7% from last year.
Popo in my crib News:
South Carolina safety Emanuel Cook had his court date set for January 24, 2008 after being arrested on August 24th and charged with unlawful possession of a pistol. If convicted he faces up to five years in jail and a $2,000 fine. Cook was suspended following his arrest but obiviously someone realized that he should have been suspended after football season and was reinstated. Watch out Emanuel, because the popo are on your tail!
Three Texas football players have been reinstated after missing three weeks due to various voliations. Linebacker Sergio Kiindle and defensive end Henry Melton were suspended following drunk driving arrests over the summer while wide receiver Billy pittman missed three games after "the school determinded he received improper benefits for the use of a friend's car." I don't want to know what those "benefits" were. Watch out Sergio and Henry, because the popo are on your tail!
UPDATE: Seems another member of the University of Texas football team has been arrested bringing the magic number up to six since June. This time running back James Henry has been charged with two felony counts of obstruction and tampering with evidence. Henry allegedly assaulted one person and disposed of a backpack that contained items stolen during a July home invasion. Two other Longhorns, Andre Jones and Robert Joseph, may have also been involved. James has been suspended indefinately from the team. Watch out Jamie, because the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: In a weird first two weeks of the NFL season, the Washington Redskins are 2-0 after beating the Philadelphia Eagles 20-12 on Monday Night Football. The Eagles dropped to 0-2...Buffalo Bill Kevin Everett continues to improve. He is actually showing movement in both hands and better muscle strength in his legs...A new report says that former Chicago Bear and everyone's favorite ex-con Tank Johnson is expected to take a physical with the Dallas Cowboys...Frank Thomas rocketed three homeruns in the Toronto Blue Jays 6-1 win over the Boston Red Sox...The Cleveland Indians held off the Detroit Tigers 6-5 in 11 innings off of a Casey Blake walk-off homerun, dropping the Tigers 5 1/2 behind the Tribe in the AL Central...Kentucky was fined $25,000 by the SEC after fans rushed the field on Saturday following a 40-34 win over Louisville...In a bid to keep the Seattle Supersonics in Seattle and in the Puget Sound Region, the Muckleshoot Indian tribe has offered land to house a newly constructed arena. The new arena would hold 18,500 seats and a slot machines on the concourse. (Ok, crossing my fingers on the second part)..And finally, after spending over $750,000 to get Barry Bonds' 756th homerun ball, Mark Ecko has announced he is taking votes on what to do with the ball. He'll either give it to the Hall of Fame, brand an asterisk on it or blast in into space. What an ass. The first guy had to sell it for tax reasons, but you're just doing this to get your name in the papers. Give it to the Hall so people can view it for years to come. History will look at Barry Bonds differently. We might not, but others will.
Check this out: Check out this AP report about a Univeristy of Florida student who was tasered after trying to ask Senator John Kerry about the 2004 election. I would have to say that this time the popo might have gone a bit too far.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Seems the Braves aren't quite ready to give up on the season after their 11-6 win over the Florida Marlins on Monday night. John Smoltz allowed only one run in six innings while the Braves offered their bats giving him a 10-1 lead in the fifth inning. Jeff Francoeur secured his second straight 100 RBI season with his RBI single in the fourth. Francoeur wasn't the only one getting it done for the Bravos, Chipper drove in three and Andruw Jones added a three run homer in the fifth. That was a good thing because the bullpen gave up a combined five runs in the seventh and eighth innings. The Braves continue their series with the Marlins tonight at 7:05 PM/est on SS.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 6.5
Games above .500: 4
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Andruw's woeful season may help the Braves next year. Rumors are swirling that Andruw may sign a one year contract with the Braves to help pad his stats for a larger multiyear contract in 2009. And Andruw has publicly announced his hope to stay in a Braves uniform. But for how much?...Especally since reports say that Liberty has told the Braves to cut their $89 million payroll for next season...Peter Moylan had quite the family reunion on Monday morning, his two month old baby daughter, Matisse and his wife Tracey. This was Peter's first view at the newborn...Chipper Jones and Edgar Renteria are battling for a prize of their own, the NL batting title. Currenlty Chipper has the edge with a league leading .339...Kelly Johnson says he's ok with the Braves switching his position in 2008. Although nothing official has been announced, Johnson knows that it is a possiblity with the way Yunel Escobar has played this season.
NASCAR Update:
2007 IRL Champion Dario Franchitti will be testing a stock car at Talladega to prepare for the October 5th ARCA race there. Franchitti will be driving for Chip Ganassi Racing fueling speculation that he'll make the jump in 2008.
A new Sprint spot featuring Jeff Gordon and his wife Ingrid will begin airing this month. It's the first time an ad will mention Gordon's new family.
In other sponsorship news, Levi Strauss has ended its parternship with Jimmie Johnson. Maybe he can team up with Seven Jeans for men next season...And Hershey will feature new candy bars with Dale Earnhardt just in time for your post Christmas rush. The bars will hit stores in January. Seriously, who did their marketing strategy. Think of all the stockings that could have been filled with Earnhardt Hersehy bars.
The ratings for the Sylvania 300 were up according to ABC. The broadcast drew a 3.3 share, up 7% from last year.
Popo in my crib News:
South Carolina safety Emanuel Cook had his court date set for January 24, 2008 after being arrested on August 24th and charged with unlawful possession of a pistol. If convicted he faces up to five years in jail and a $2,000 fine. Cook was suspended following his arrest but obiviously someone realized that he should have been suspended after football season and was reinstated. Watch out Emanuel, because the popo are on your tail!
Three Texas football players have been reinstated after missing three weeks due to various voliations. Linebacker Sergio Kiindle and defensive end Henry Melton were suspended following drunk driving arrests over the summer while wide receiver Billy pittman missed three games after "the school determinded he received improper benefits for the use of a friend's car." I don't want to know what those "benefits" were. Watch out Sergio and Henry, because the popo are on your tail!
UPDATE: Seems another member of the University of Texas football team has been arrested bringing the magic number up to six since June. This time running back James Henry has been charged with two felony counts of obstruction and tampering with evidence. Henry allegedly assaulted one person and disposed of a backpack that contained items stolen during a July home invasion. Two other Longhorns, Andre Jones and Robert Joseph, may have also been involved. James has been suspended indefinately from the team. Watch out Jamie, because the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: In a weird first two weeks of the NFL season, the Washington Redskins are 2-0 after beating the Philadelphia Eagles 20-12 on Monday Night Football. The Eagles dropped to 0-2...Buffalo Bill Kevin Everett continues to improve. He is actually showing movement in both hands and better muscle strength in his legs...A new report says that former Chicago Bear and everyone's favorite ex-con Tank Johnson is expected to take a physical with the Dallas Cowboys...Frank Thomas rocketed three homeruns in the Toronto Blue Jays 6-1 win over the Boston Red Sox...The Cleveland Indians held off the Detroit Tigers 6-5 in 11 innings off of a Casey Blake walk-off homerun, dropping the Tigers 5 1/2 behind the Tribe in the AL Central...Kentucky was fined $25,000 by the SEC after fans rushed the field on Saturday following a 40-34 win over Louisville...In a bid to keep the Seattle Supersonics in Seattle and in the Puget Sound Region, the Muckleshoot Indian tribe has offered land to house a newly constructed arena. The new arena would hold 18,500 seats and a slot machines on the concourse. (Ok, crossing my fingers on the second part)..And finally, after spending over $750,000 to get Barry Bonds' 756th homerun ball, Mark Ecko has announced he is taking votes on what to do with the ball. He'll either give it to the Hall of Fame, brand an asterisk on it or blast in into space. What an ass. The first guy had to sell it for tax reasons, but you're just doing this to get your name in the papers. Give it to the Hall so people can view it for years to come. History will look at Barry Bonds differently. We might not, but others will.
Check this out: Check out this AP report about a Univeristy of Florida student who was tasered after trying to ask Senator John Kerry about the 2004 election. I would have to say that this time the popo might have gone a bit too far.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Monday, September 17, 2007
coming home
Braves Update:
Tim Hudson found a great time to throw a complete game shutout in the Braves 3-0 win over the Washington Nationals on Sunday. Hudson scattered seven hits over his 100 pitch day to pick up the win and Mark Teixeira's two run single in the third was all the Braves needed to bring home a win. Kelly Johnson hit a homerun in the fourth to tack onto the 2-0 lead. The Braves will take on the Fish tonight at Turner Field. Action starts at 7:05 PM/est on SS.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 7.5
Games above .500: 3
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Atlanta Braves fans got their first view at what could be the future in another Jones boy, Brandon Jones. One day removed from winning the AAA International League championship with the Richmond Braves, Jones made his major league debut in left field on Sunday...Chipper Jones returned to the lineup on Friday against the Nationals after missing the Mets series with a strained oblique...The Braves announced their players of the year in each of their divisions. Click here to see their names...Tim Hudson, John Smoltz, Jeff Francoeur, Brian McCann and John Schurholtz got some rare one on one time with President Bush when the team headed to Washington DC last weekend.
NASCAR Notes:
Clint Bowyer picked the perfect weekend to grab his first career win in the Sylvania 300 at New Hampshire International Speedway. It also marked the first race in the Chase and for maybe the first year, defending Cup Champion Jimmie Johnson finished a solid sixth at the fall New Hampshire race. While other Chasers Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, Kyle Busch, Martin Truex, Jr. and Matt Kenseth finished in the top 10, a few guys had some trouble notably, Kurt Busch who had engine trouble most of the day and finished 25th.
Race Results Points Standings
Reports have Dale Earnhardt, Jr. driving the #88 car next season for Hendrick Motorsports. I was kind of hoping for the 81 because I don't have a preconceived notion when I see that number. When I see 88, even 27 races into this season, I still think Dale Jarrett. At least I'll have the Dale part right.
Tony Stewart's #20 car was deemed too low during post race inspection but NASCAR ruled that the car was low due to race damage and it was allowed to pass inspection.
Word is spreading about a possible Gillett Evernham Motorsports merger with Petty Enterprises. The new team would house four Cup cars. (via jayski.com)
Popo in my crib News:
Pitt basketball player Levance Fields was arrested on Sunday when he attempted to steal a weapon from an off duty popo outside of Pure nightclub. Fields was "subdued with a stun gun." I love it when people get tasered. Watch out Levance, because the popo are on your tail!
The Duquesne University basketball player Stuart Baldonada, who has already been charged with "acting as a lookout for a man accused of selling marijuana" had his court date postponed so he could fly down to Florida to take care of a little domestic violence charge against him. Don't you hate it when your two court dates fall on the same day? Watch out Stuart, because the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: A pair of homeruns won games for two AL teams on Sunday including a walk-off 500th career blast for Jim Thome in the White Sox 9-7 win over the Los Angeles Angels and Derek Jeters' 3 run homer in the Yankees 4-2 win over their rival Red Sox...Greg Dobbs hit a pinch hit grand slam in the Phillies' 10-6 win over the New Yor Mets to complete the three game sweep...Congrats to Tiger Woods on his $10 million payday for winning the FedEx Cup. Finally a deserving person gets the money he needs...Alabama entered the Top 25 for the first time since 2005 after beating Arkansas 41-38 on Saturday...Duke broke its 22 game losing streak after taking out Northwestern 20-14...The Cleveland Browns beat the Cincinnati Bengals 45-51 on Sunday. And I thought the Giants/Cowboys game was bad...And finally, Brett Favre passed John Elway on the all-time wins list after leading his Green Bay Packers to a 31-13 win over the New York Giants.
Check this out: No "My Boys" this week, but the Hollywood Reporter announced that it will be back for another season! Check out the article here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Tim Hudson found a great time to throw a complete game shutout in the Braves 3-0 win over the Washington Nationals on Sunday. Hudson scattered seven hits over his 100 pitch day to pick up the win and Mark Teixeira's two run single in the third was all the Braves needed to bring home a win. Kelly Johnson hit a homerun in the fourth to tack onto the 2-0 lead. The Braves will take on the Fish tonight at Turner Field. Action starts at 7:05 PM/est on SS.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 7.5
Games above .500: 3
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Atlanta Braves fans got their first view at what could be the future in another Jones boy, Brandon Jones. One day removed from winning the AAA International League championship with the Richmond Braves, Jones made his major league debut in left field on Sunday...Chipper Jones returned to the lineup on Friday against the Nationals after missing the Mets series with a strained oblique...The Braves announced their players of the year in each of their divisions. Click here to see their names...Tim Hudson, John Smoltz, Jeff Francoeur, Brian McCann and John Schurholtz got some rare one on one time with President Bush when the team headed to Washington DC last weekend.
NASCAR Notes:
Clint Bowyer picked the perfect weekend to grab his first career win in the Sylvania 300 at New Hampshire International Speedway. It also marked the first race in the Chase and for maybe the first year, defending Cup Champion Jimmie Johnson finished a solid sixth at the fall New Hampshire race. While other Chasers Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, Kyle Busch, Martin Truex, Jr. and Matt Kenseth finished in the top 10, a few guys had some trouble notably, Kurt Busch who had engine trouble most of the day and finished 25th.
Race Results Points Standings
Reports have Dale Earnhardt, Jr. driving the #88 car next season for Hendrick Motorsports. I was kind of hoping for the 81 because I don't have a preconceived notion when I see that number. When I see 88, even 27 races into this season, I still think Dale Jarrett. At least I'll have the Dale part right.
Tony Stewart's #20 car was deemed too low during post race inspection but NASCAR ruled that the car was low due to race damage and it was allowed to pass inspection.
Word is spreading about a possible Gillett Evernham Motorsports merger with Petty Enterprises. The new team would house four Cup cars. (via jayski.com)
Popo in my crib News:
Pitt basketball player Levance Fields was arrested on Sunday when he attempted to steal a weapon from an off duty popo outside of Pure nightclub. Fields was "subdued with a stun gun." I love it when people get tasered. Watch out Levance, because the popo are on your tail!
The Duquesne University basketball player Stuart Baldonada, who has already been charged with "acting as a lookout for a man accused of selling marijuana" had his court date postponed so he could fly down to Florida to take care of a little domestic violence charge against him. Don't you hate it when your two court dates fall on the same day? Watch out Stuart, because the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: A pair of homeruns won games for two AL teams on Sunday including a walk-off 500th career blast for Jim Thome in the White Sox 9-7 win over the Los Angeles Angels and Derek Jeters' 3 run homer in the Yankees 4-2 win over their rival Red Sox...Greg Dobbs hit a pinch hit grand slam in the Phillies' 10-6 win over the New Yor Mets to complete the three game sweep...Congrats to Tiger Woods on his $10 million payday for winning the FedEx Cup. Finally a deserving person gets the money he needs...Alabama entered the Top 25 for the first time since 2005 after beating Arkansas 41-38 on Saturday...Duke broke its 22 game losing streak after taking out Northwestern 20-14...The Cleveland Browns beat the Cincinnati Bengals 45-51 on Sunday. And I thought the Giants/Cowboys game was bad...And finally, Brett Favre passed John Elway on the all-time wins list after leading his Green Bay Packers to a 31-13 win over the New York Giants.
Check this out: No "My Boys" this week, but the Hollywood Reporter announced that it will be back for another season! Check out the article here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Separated at Birth
(photos: justjared.com/buycostume.com)For a complete list of the 2007 Emmy winners click here.
View the glam gowns on the red carpet click here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Friday, September 14, 2007
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Nascar brings the circus to New York
This past week NASCAR was everywhere from "The Late Show with David Letterman" to the "Early Show" on CBS and even for a Q&A with the fans at the ESPN Zone. But while they may be great in the car, their fashion sense really needs some TLC. Just look at the evidence:
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(Photo:Getty images for Nascar)
Originally I thought, Jeff Burton are you that opposed to wearing a blazer? First "Letterman" and now this photo. But then upon further review I totally allowed the blazerless Burton over Martin Truex, Jr. rocking the jeans! Did no one mention to his people that this was going to be a business casual affair. Because after receiving an email documenting what business casual is yesterday at work, I now know, jeans are not a part of that equation.
To catch a clip of Martin's incredible interview on the CW 11 yesterday click here.
The suit looks nice. The shirt with a light stripe breaks up the whole solid white shirt look. But then I moved up to the face and was totally blinded by the glare off of the silver sunglasses. This takes the ugly white sunglasses to another horrible level. And to top them off, they don't fit you properly Kurt. The rims cut you off in the middle of the brow. Either cover them up or let them be free (which I don't really approve of either) but don't do the half on, half off look.
Tony Stewart
It was actually hard to find a picture that documented the hideousness of the gelled back hair properly so I'm reverting to video evidence here. It's obiviously time for a haircut because this Gordon Gekko rip off is not working for you. You need a slight bang to offset your large nose. It's ok, we've all got our problem areas, you just have to learn how to accentuate the positive. Also the cuffs of your shirt are way too long. The sleeves of your blazer should just hit the cuffs.
This shot was actually taken at a fashion week event, which is ironic since this is so a "don't." (Although the dress your wife is wearing is super cute, minus the ruffles on the bottom, of course.) First of all, if you're going to wear a tie, wear it properly Avril. And secondly, tuck in your shirt. This whole I'm from California we do business in our board shorts vibe is not happening in New York. For a guy who could make almost anything look GQ, this is not working for me.
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(Photo:Getty images for Nascar)
Originally I thought, Jeff Burton are you that opposed to wearing a blazer? First "Letterman" and now this photo. But then upon further review I totally allowed the blazerless Burton over Martin Truex, Jr. rocking the jeans! Did no one mention to his people that this was going to be a business casual affair. Because after receiving an email documenting what business casual is yesterday at work, I now know, jeans are not a part of that equation.
To catch a clip of Martin's incredible interview on the CW 11 yesterday click here.
The suit looks nice. The shirt with a light stripe breaks up the whole solid white shirt look. But then I moved up to the face and was totally blinded by the glare off of the silver sunglasses. This takes the ugly white sunglasses to another horrible level. And to top them off, they don't fit you properly Kurt. The rims cut you off in the middle of the brow. Either cover them up or let them be free (which I don't really approve of either) but don't do the half on, half off look.
Tony Stewart
It was actually hard to find a picture that documented the hideousness of the gelled back hair properly so I'm reverting to video evidence here. It's obiviously time for a haircut because this Gordon Gekko rip off is not working for you. You need a slight bang to offset your large nose. It's ok, we've all got our problem areas, you just have to learn how to accentuate the positive. Also the cuffs of your shirt are way too long. The sleeves of your blazer should just hit the cuffs.
This shot was actually taken at a fashion week event, which is ironic since this is so a "don't." (Although the dress your wife is wearing is super cute, minus the ruffles on the bottom, of course.) First of all, if you're going to wear a tie, wear it properly Avril. And secondly, tuck in your shirt. This whole I'm from California we do business in our board shorts vibe is not happening in New York. For a guy who could make almost anything look GQ, this is not working for me.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
End on a high note
Braves Update:
The Braves look to end their road trip on a high note when they roll into DC to take on the Washington Nationals this weekend. Sad fact, the Nationals actually have a better record than the Braves since mid-May. Part of that has to do with their inablitly to capitalize on close games, which culminated in a 4-3 loss to the Mets on Wednesday and John Smoltz's evaluation of the team. "You can fall into that category of thinking, 'What now? How are we going to lose today?' I don't think that's been the case this year, but for whatever reason, we're always just one click away." With three weeks left and a very slim shot at a spot in the playoffs, the Braves must play for pride and if not that, than a desire to stay above .500. Watch the Braves take on the Nats at 7:05 PM/est on SS.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 9.5
Games above .500: 2
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: It's been a very hard year for Mike Hampton as he spent another season watching from the bench...Read this Q&A with Buddy Carlyle.
NASCAR Notes:
The Nextel Cup Series opens up its first week of the Chase for the Nextel Cup in New Hampshire. A solid week here can add some precious mojo into the final push for the championship but watch out, many a chase driver has been caught up in someone else's wreck. Have no fear, as Jimmie Johnson has taught us time and time again, it's not over until it's over. A great run of top fives and wins can bring any competitor who was thought to be out of it right back into the thick of things. We'll see how the additional two drivers factor in as the Chase rolls along. Watch the Sylvania 300 at 1 PM/est on ABC.
USA Today gives us 10 things to watch for in the Chase here.
Mark your calendars, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. is expected to announce his new sponsor and car number on Wednesday.
Not to be out done, Gillett Evernham Motorsports is expected to announce Anheuser-Bucsh as the new sponsor for the #9 Dodge driven by Kasey Kahne on Tuesday.
Popo in my crib news:
Former Texas Longhorn QB Peter Gardere was arrested on Thursday after running a red light in downtown Austin. Seems Mr. Gardere may have had a little too much to drink. "Peter the Great" was released from a Travis County Jail on personal recognizance. Watch out Pete, becuase the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: You think Bill Belichick's $500,000 fine and the Patriots $250,000 fine and possible loss of a first round draft pick for spying was bad, then you obiviously didn't hear about the $100 million fine levied against McLaren in F1 for their own spying scandal. They'll also lose all of their points in the constructor's standings but drivers Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso will not be penalized because they tattled in exchange for imunity...Number one draft pick Greg Oden will have to wait until 2008-2009 to play in his rookie season after undergoing knee surgery on Thursday...The Minnesota Twins announced long time GM Terry Ryan will step down at the end of the month. He will remain as a senior advisor and will be replaced by assistant GM Bill Smith...Balitmore Orioles manager Dave Trembly was suspended for three games following his ejection during the Orioles lastest diaster, a 18-6 loss to Angels on Wednesday while Daniel Cabrera was suspended six games for throwing a ball at Boston Red Sox 2B Dustin Pedoria's head. Please it gave Pedoria street cred, kind of like an arrest for assault in the NFL...With their 6-2 win over the Houston Astros, the Chicago Cubs are back in first in the NL Central...Buffalo Sabers defensemean Teppo Numminen will undergo his third heart surgery. The Sabres had suspended Numminen for "failing to report to camp in adequate physical condition" in a move to protect "the team's financial investment." I'm hoping this was done so they could collect insurance on him...The Dallas Cowboys are officially the Yankees of football after Forbes named them the most valuable franchise in the NFL taking top honors away from division rivals the Washington Redskins...Don't miss the Giants take on the Packers at 1 PM/est on Fox. Derrick Ward will start in place of injured running back Brandon Jacobs. It is, however, still unknown whether Chubs McNubs (aka Jared Lorenzen) will start in place of the injured Eli Manning. To see when your teams playing this weekend click here.
Check this out: The Emmy's are on Sunday with a preshow rivaled only by the Superbowl on E! The actual show doesn't start until 8 PM/est on Fox. To see all of the nominees click here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
The Braves look to end their road trip on a high note when they roll into DC to take on the Washington Nationals this weekend. Sad fact, the Nationals actually have a better record than the Braves since mid-May. Part of that has to do with their inablitly to capitalize on close games, which culminated in a 4-3 loss to the Mets on Wednesday and John Smoltz's evaluation of the team. "You can fall into that category of thinking, 'What now? How are we going to lose today?' I don't think that's been the case this year, but for whatever reason, we're always just one click away." With three weeks left and a very slim shot at a spot in the playoffs, the Braves must play for pride and if not that, than a desire to stay above .500. Watch the Braves take on the Nats at 7:05 PM/est on SS.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 9.5
Games above .500: 2
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: It's been a very hard year for Mike Hampton as he spent another season watching from the bench...Read this Q&A with Buddy Carlyle.
NASCAR Notes:
The Nextel Cup Series opens up its first week of the Chase for the Nextel Cup in New Hampshire. A solid week here can add some precious mojo into the final push for the championship but watch out, many a chase driver has been caught up in someone else's wreck. Have no fear, as Jimmie Johnson has taught us time and time again, it's not over until it's over. A great run of top fives and wins can bring any competitor who was thought to be out of it right back into the thick of things. We'll see how the additional two drivers factor in as the Chase rolls along. Watch the Sylvania 300 at 1 PM/est on ABC.
USA Today gives us 10 things to watch for in the Chase here.
Mark your calendars, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. is expected to announce his new sponsor and car number on Wednesday.
Not to be out done, Gillett Evernham Motorsports is expected to announce Anheuser-Bucsh as the new sponsor for the #9 Dodge driven by Kasey Kahne on Tuesday.
Popo in my crib news:
Former Texas Longhorn QB Peter Gardere was arrested on Thursday after running a red light in downtown Austin. Seems Mr. Gardere may have had a little too much to drink. "Peter the Great" was released from a Travis County Jail on personal recognizance. Watch out Pete, becuase the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: You think Bill Belichick's $500,000 fine and the Patriots $250,000 fine and possible loss of a first round draft pick for spying was bad, then you obiviously didn't hear about the $100 million fine levied against McLaren in F1 for their own spying scandal. They'll also lose all of their points in the constructor's standings but drivers Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso will not be penalized because they tattled in exchange for imunity...Number one draft pick Greg Oden will have to wait until 2008-2009 to play in his rookie season after undergoing knee surgery on Thursday...The Minnesota Twins announced long time GM Terry Ryan will step down at the end of the month. He will remain as a senior advisor and will be replaced by assistant GM Bill Smith...Balitmore Orioles manager Dave Trembly was suspended for three games following his ejection during the Orioles lastest diaster, a 18-6 loss to Angels on Wednesday while Daniel Cabrera was suspended six games for throwing a ball at Boston Red Sox 2B Dustin Pedoria's head. Please it gave Pedoria street cred, kind of like an arrest for assault in the NFL...With their 6-2 win over the Houston Astros, the Chicago Cubs are back in first in the NL Central...Buffalo Sabers defensemean Teppo Numminen will undergo his third heart surgery. The Sabres had suspended Numminen for "failing to report to camp in adequate physical condition" in a move to protect "the team's financial investment." I'm hoping this was done so they could collect insurance on him...The Dallas Cowboys are officially the Yankees of football after Forbes named them the most valuable franchise in the NFL taking top honors away from division rivals the Washington Redskins...Don't miss the Giants take on the Packers at 1 PM/est on Fox. Derrick Ward will start in place of injured running back Brandon Jacobs. It is, however, still unknown whether Chubs McNubs (aka Jared Lorenzen) will start in place of the injured Eli Manning. To see when your teams playing this weekend click here.
Check this out: The Emmy's are on Sunday with a preshow rivaled only by the Superbowl on E! The actual show doesn't start until 8 PM/est on Fox. To see all of the nominees click here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Things I Learned at Shea Stadium
So yesterday I headed east to the lovely (I mean outdated and dirty) Shea Stadium for my final Braves game of the season. I never go anywhere without learning a few things, so here they are:
1. You can smoke on the concourse. In other stadiums say in San Diego, you'd get thrown out for that sort of behavior, but not at Shea. I guess they figure the place couldn't get any worse.
2. People in Queens are so over pronouncing the letter "r". (Think of "Malon" for Marlon Anderson) If it works for the people in Boston...
3. Jose Reyes is such a nice guy. He gives out private spanish lessons to the more then 11 fans who showed up to the game. Like now, if I were to go to say Puerto Rico for a fun vacay with my pals and I go to a resturant and I drop my napkin on the floor, I can tell the waiter(ess), "necessito un servilleta." I'm so ready!
4. Meanwhile, Mr. Met, not so nice. He's working on taking out little kids with a t-shirt launcher, one kid at a time. I bet he has a tally board in his dressing room of the poor innocent little kids that have gone down as a result of his actions.
5. Paul Lo Duca has horrible taste in music. "Stayin' Alive", really? When did you turn into Lee Mazzilli? At least that makes sense since he played for the Mets in the late 70s. I almost forgave you for your choice of "No Sleep Till Brooklyn"...almost. (Also you and David Wright apparently hang out way too much since Wright comes out "Sabotage" although I think I'd rather him come out to "Girls" instead of "Still Not a Player")
5. Paul Lo Duca has horrible taste in music. "Stayin' Alive", really? When did you turn into Lee Mazzilli? At least that makes sense since he played for the Mets in the late 70s. I almost forgave you for your choice of "No Sleep Till Brooklyn"...almost. (Also you and David Wright apparently hang out way too much since Wright comes out "Sabotage" although I think I'd rather him come out to "Girls" instead of "Still Not a Player")
6. Speaking of music, apparently the Mets are prementally frozen in 1994. Think of Mary J. Blige while working with Puff Daddy and dating that guy from Jodeci.
7. Mets fans are really not very fond of Guillermo Mota 2007. They'd prefer his 2006 drugged up version instead. I myself, was all for the Mota switch in the eighth inning, mostly because he gave up a game tying single to Jeff Francoeur, but I maybe biased!
8. Finally, I looked deep inside my soul and discovered, I'll actually miss Andruw Jones when he leaves the Braves at the end of this season. He's been on the team since 1996, a year after Chipper Jones' break out rookie season. Remember those two homeruns in that world series game against the Yankees? And yeah, he's having a horrible year and he can barely run because his knees aren't what they used to be, but I'll miss his smile when he swings at what should have been ball 2 but was actually strike 3. Or when he makes those ridiculous grabs over the wall to rob someone of a homerun. He's so not worth $30 million a year and I'll for sure take Mark Teixeira's two time gold glove and 39 RBIs in 39 games with the Braves this season over Andruw's .220 batting average. But he will be missed, not in a Tom Glavine you jumped ship you ass, kind of way, but in a he had to his golden years and now it's all down hill sort of way.
For some of my other educational experiences click here (Yankees/Mets), here (Halloween) and here (Mets v. Phillies).
For photos from last night's game click here and go to pics.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Kate
resting
Braves Update:
As witnessed by my own eyes, the Braves faught a valient effort but came up one run short in their 4-3 loss to the New York Mets on Wednesday. The Mets struck first including a solo shot by Marlon Anderson, but the Braves were not content to sit back. They scored once in the fourth when John Maine walked Andruw Jones and then tied the game in the eighth off of a Jeff Francoeur single bringing home Mark Teixeira and Edgar Renteria. But rookie Manny Acosta allowed the winning run in the bottom of the eighth off of Shawn Green's bat which gave the Mets not only the win but the series. The Braves take Thursday off before returning to action on Friday against the Washington Nationals.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 9.5
Games above .500: 2
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Chipper Jones, who has missed the last three games with a strained right oblique may start playing during the Nationals series this weekend...Octavio Dotel, who has been on the DL since August 7th, is hoping to return to the mound before the season is over.
NASCAR Update:
Ken Schrader will be back in the #21 Ford for the Wood Brothers this weekend at New Hampshire International Speedway.
Kenny Wallace will once again be behind the wheel in the #88 Snickers Ford for Robert Yates Racing in place of the injured Ricky Rudd.
With the IRL season over, Sam Hornish, Jr. will attempt to qualify for the race at New Hampshire this weekend in a Penske Dodge.
Popo in my crib news:
Mark Bell was suspended for 15 games by the NHL after pleading no contest to charges of DUI and hit and run. Watch out Mark, because the popo are on your tail!
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers cut veteran reciever David Boston after the popo released results that showed Boston had a depressant in his system at the time of his August 23rd DUI arrest. Watch out Davey, because the popo are on your tail!
Amber Renee Helton drove a stolen vehicle to a court house so she could pay her traffic ticket. Well, how else would she have gotten there? Public transportation, ah as if! She and her 35 year old passenger were charged with possession of a stolen vehicle. Watch out Amber, because the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: In this seems about the right time news, the Phillies completed the rare triple play but were still able to give up 12 runs in their 12-0 loss to the Colorado Rockies. The Phillies move into a tie for second place in the Wild Card standings with the Los Angeles Dodgers and Colorado Rockies, only 2.5 games behind the San Diego Padres...David Ortiz drove in all five runs for the Boston Red Sox including a walk off homer in their 5-4 win over the Tampa Bay Devil Rays...A new report says that MLB is looking a blood test that would test for HGH in 2008...Bill Belichick said he's sorry for spying, but really he's just sorry his videographer sucks at covert operations...A fake priest snuck into a Notre Dame football game and was dumb enough to post his trip on youtube. (Which unfortunately has been taken down.) The guy had video tape of the "Play Like a Champion" sign (soon to be replace by this year's motto just win a damn game) and greeting the Irish as they rushed onto the field...And finally, in the trial of the century, or really the trial of the week news, Stephon Marbury testified the harrassment case against Isiah Thomas was "a joke" and that he did have relations with an drunken intern in his truck after the pair visited a strip club. Classy.
Check this out: Click here to see the top twelve reasons I love racing featuring the 2007 Chasers. (Is it just me or have they already used switch the "R" and "C" joke before?) Also totally wrong on the date, NASCAR will be at the ESPN Zone today from noon-2:30.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
As witnessed by my own eyes, the Braves faught a valient effort but came up one run short in their 4-3 loss to the New York Mets on Wednesday. The Mets struck first including a solo shot by Marlon Anderson, but the Braves were not content to sit back. They scored once in the fourth when John Maine walked Andruw Jones and then tied the game in the eighth off of a Jeff Francoeur single bringing home Mark Teixeira and Edgar Renteria. But rookie Manny Acosta allowed the winning run in the bottom of the eighth off of Shawn Green's bat which gave the Mets not only the win but the series. The Braves take Thursday off before returning to action on Friday against the Washington Nationals.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 9.5
Games above .500: 2
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Chipper Jones, who has missed the last three games with a strained right oblique may start playing during the Nationals series this weekend...Octavio Dotel, who has been on the DL since August 7th, is hoping to return to the mound before the season is over.
NASCAR Update:
Ken Schrader will be back in the #21 Ford for the Wood Brothers this weekend at New Hampshire International Speedway.
Kenny Wallace will once again be behind the wheel in the #88 Snickers Ford for Robert Yates Racing in place of the injured Ricky Rudd.
With the IRL season over, Sam Hornish, Jr. will attempt to qualify for the race at New Hampshire this weekend in a Penske Dodge.
Popo in my crib news:
Mark Bell was suspended for 15 games by the NHL after pleading no contest to charges of DUI and hit and run. Watch out Mark, because the popo are on your tail!
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers cut veteran reciever David Boston after the popo released results that showed Boston had a depressant in his system at the time of his August 23rd DUI arrest. Watch out Davey, because the popo are on your tail!
Amber Renee Helton drove a stolen vehicle to a court house so she could pay her traffic ticket. Well, how else would she have gotten there? Public transportation, ah as if! She and her 35 year old passenger were charged with possession of a stolen vehicle. Watch out Amber, because the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: In this seems about the right time news, the Phillies completed the rare triple play but were still able to give up 12 runs in their 12-0 loss to the Colorado Rockies. The Phillies move into a tie for second place in the Wild Card standings with the Los Angeles Dodgers and Colorado Rockies, only 2.5 games behind the San Diego Padres...David Ortiz drove in all five runs for the Boston Red Sox including a walk off homer in their 5-4 win over the Tampa Bay Devil Rays...A new report says that MLB is looking a blood test that would test for HGH in 2008...Bill Belichick said he's sorry for spying, but really he's just sorry his videographer sucks at covert operations...A fake priest snuck into a Notre Dame football game and was dumb enough to post his trip on youtube. (Which unfortunately has been taken down.) The guy had video tape of the "Play Like a Champion" sign (soon to be replace by this year's motto just win a damn game) and greeting the Irish as they rushed onto the field...And finally, in the trial of the century, or really the trial of the week news, Stephon Marbury testified the harrassment case against Isiah Thomas was "a joke" and that he did have relations with an drunken intern in his truck after the pair visited a strip club. Classy.
Check this out: Click here to see the top twelve reasons I love racing featuring the 2007 Chasers. (Is it just me or have they already used switch the "R" and "C" joke before?) Also totally wrong on the date, NASCAR will be at the ESPN Zone today from noon-2:30.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Celebrity Stalkers
Anna Wintour
This morning as I was browsing through the photos of fashion week (ah yes, I keep up with things other than sports) I saw a picture of Roger Federer at the Oscar De La Renta show sitting next to none other than super stalker Anna Wintour. (She's on the left) Wintour had made it her personal goal to watch every single match Federer played during the US Open this year. She even through him a party, through the guise of it being a Men’s Vogue event. I guess no one told her he’s taken.
(Photo: Hannah Thompson via style.com)
Tara Reid
Tara Reid was almost a big thing a few years back after the success of those American Pie films and her brief engagement to TRL host Carson Daly. So in 2002, around the time she also dated New York Giants TE Jeremy Shockey (which I still haven’t completely forgiven him for) Reid set her sites on New England Patriots QB Tom Brady. Reid had her manager hound his agent until he finally agreed to see her from the stands far far away from the action on the field. But the pair actually dated for one whole month until he came to his senses and dropped her. He has since dated Bridget Moynahan and super model Gisele. Talk about an upgrade and she has acted in d-list horror films.
(Photo: askmen.com)
Tara Reid was almost a big thing a few years back after the success of those American Pie films and her brief engagement to TRL host Carson Daly. So in 2002, around the time she also dated New York Giants TE Jeremy Shockey (which I still haven’t completely forgiven him for) Reid set her sites on New England Patriots QB Tom Brady. Reid had her manager hound his agent until he finally agreed to see her from the stands far far away from the action on the field. But the pair actually dated for one whole month until he came to his senses and dropped her. He has since dated Bridget Moynahan and super model Gisele. Talk about an upgrade and she has acted in d-list horror films.
(Photo: askmen.com)
Paris Hilton
I try to keep her name out of the blog since she totally creeps me out, but her keen eye for hot NASCAR drivers is seriously killing me. Out in Hollywood a few weeks back the heiress ran into Kasey Kahne at club Les Duex. The two struck up a conversation that lasted a while (although really how long can it be before she’s taxed her verbal skills) and reportedly told one People’s Prettiest that he “was cute.” She then kissed him. And like any good ole boy, he ditched her ass. Good call. Flash forward a few weeks to a NASCAR/Hollywood event attended by “celebs” and drivers. Who does the skankalious Paris set her sights on now? None other than recently single Denny Hamlin. Hamlin actually blogged about the meeting and almost seemed excited at meeting her. (Unfortunately, ESPN does not archive his stuff) Many a cute athlete has fallen into her clutches, Matt Leinart, anyone? But Denny fight the feeling, please! It will only result in a Valex prescription.
(photo: piperreport.com)
I try to keep her name out of the blog since she totally creeps me out, but her keen eye for hot NASCAR drivers is seriously killing me. Out in Hollywood a few weeks back the heiress ran into Kasey Kahne at club Les Duex. The two struck up a conversation that lasted a while (although really how long can it be before she’s taxed her verbal skills) and reportedly told one People’s Prettiest that he “was cute.” She then kissed him. And like any good ole boy, he ditched her ass. Good call. Flash forward a few weeks to a NASCAR/Hollywood event attended by “celebs” and drivers. Who does the skankalious Paris set her sights on now? None other than recently single Denny Hamlin. Hamlin actually blogged about the meeting and almost seemed excited at meeting her. (Unfortunately, ESPN does not archive his stuff) Many a cute athlete has fallen into her clutches, Matt Leinart, anyone? But Denny fight the feeling, please! It will only result in a Valex prescription.
(photo: piperreport.com)
Britney Spears
Also falling into the desperate category is none other than one Ms. Britney Spears. Spears was seen courtside at a few Lakers games earlier this year. A celeb courtside at a Lakers game is not an odd site, but the pop tart's alleged crush Luke Walton was apparently news worthy. Turns out, it was actually her cousin Ali that had the crush. Ah, Luke dodged a big bullet there.
(photo: thesportstruth.com)
It's been fun bloggging with you,
Kate
The Chase Hits New York
Sorry, I forgot to post this earlier, but the Chase Drivers will be at the ESPN Zone in Times Square this afternoon (noon-2:30 PM) to take Q&A from fans. So if you're in the area head on over. Tickets are $10 if you can manage to squeeze yourself in.
In other news, for those outside the area, you can catch the Top 12 on David Letterman tonight at 11:35 PM/est. (via jayski)
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
A tie is like kissing your sister
Braves Update:
Yunel Escobar may have had the homerun of his life off of childhood idol Orlando Hernandez on Tuesday, but it was the Braves as a whole who really had a great night in their 13-5 thrashing of the New York Mets. The Braves got off to an early lead and then scored six runs in the forth to break the game wide open. Buddy Carlyle lasted only 4 1/3 innings after giving up three runs in the fifth but a stellar bullpen held the Mets to just two more runs the rest of the way. The Braves look to not only take the rubber game tonight but the season series. Currently, the Braves have a one game advantage over the Mets. Come out to Shea (not just because I'll be there) or watch the game on TV. Coverage starts at 7:10 PM/est on ESPN with John Smoltz going up against John Maine.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 8.5
Games above .500: 3
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Chipper Jones was out again last night after injuring his oblique during batting practice on Monday...Clint Sammons was called up from AA-Mississippi to replace Braves back up catcher Corky Miller...Julio Franco received what may end up being his final homerun ball from Stony Point, NY resident Tom Dunn on Tuesday. Dunn had caught the ball at Chase Field in Arizona on May 4th when Franco was playing for the Mets. Franco traded the ball for a game used autographed bat.
NASCAR Update:
Clint Bowyer is scheduled to qualify for his third Truck Series race this season.
Roush Fenway Racing may be looking to acquire New Hampshire International Speedway.
Following Car of Tomorrow testing at Talladega Speedway earlier this week, speeds were noticably down from last year. October's Dega race marks the first time COT cars will take the track at super speedway.
News & Notes: Injured Buffalo Bill Kevin Everett had some movement in his arms and legs. It is a small miracle in what will be a long recovery for Everett...The Cleveland Browns traded quarterback Charlie Frye to the Seattle Seahawks for a sixth round pick moving rookie Brady Quinn up to the second spot on the depth chart. (I think I just coughed up something.)...The New England Patriots may lose some draft choices after a report surfaced that the NFL viewed a confiscated tape that proved the Pats were recording the New York Jets' defensive signals during their game on Sunday...In other crappy Jets news, Chad Pennington will probably miss Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens which should make Jets fans cheer again...I guess the Chicago White Sox must be taking whatever Ozzie Guillen's giving them because they just signed Guillen to an extension that will keep the bleeping coach around until 2012. The White Sox currently share the worst record in baseball with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays and the Florida Marlins...Finally, Royals pitcher Neal Musser will miss the remaninder of the season after he broke his hand punching a chair in the Royals' clubhouse. Doesn't top burning your hand with a George Foreman grill while making chicken salad, or actually burning your foot with a George Foreman grill becuase you like the smell of crackling bacon, but I like the intensity.
Check it out: If early estimates are correct, 50 Cent will be retiring. 50 said if he did not outsell Kanye West he'd retire and West is projected to sell over 600,000-700,000 copies of his latest record while 50 is projected for around 500,000. Oh, and Kenny Chesney is all projected to sell more than 50. To read Detroit Tigers' centerfielder Curtis Granderson's thoughts about this topic click here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Yunel Escobar may have had the homerun of his life off of childhood idol Orlando Hernandez on Tuesday, but it was the Braves as a whole who really had a great night in their 13-5 thrashing of the New York Mets. The Braves got off to an early lead and then scored six runs in the forth to break the game wide open. Buddy Carlyle lasted only 4 1/3 innings after giving up three runs in the fifth but a stellar bullpen held the Mets to just two more runs the rest of the way. The Braves look to not only take the rubber game tonight but the season series. Currently, the Braves have a one game advantage over the Mets. Come out to Shea (not just because I'll be there) or watch the game on TV. Coverage starts at 7:10 PM/est on ESPN with John Smoltz going up against John Maine.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 8.5
Games above .500: 3
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Chipper Jones was out again last night after injuring his oblique during batting practice on Monday...Clint Sammons was called up from AA-Mississippi to replace Braves back up catcher Corky Miller...Julio Franco received what may end up being his final homerun ball from Stony Point, NY resident Tom Dunn on Tuesday. Dunn had caught the ball at Chase Field in Arizona on May 4th when Franco was playing for the Mets. Franco traded the ball for a game used autographed bat.
NASCAR Update:
Clint Bowyer is scheduled to qualify for his third Truck Series race this season.
Roush Fenway Racing may be looking to acquire New Hampshire International Speedway.
Following Car of Tomorrow testing at Talladega Speedway earlier this week, speeds were noticably down from last year. October's Dega race marks the first time COT cars will take the track at super speedway.
News & Notes: Injured Buffalo Bill Kevin Everett had some movement in his arms and legs. It is a small miracle in what will be a long recovery for Everett...The Cleveland Browns traded quarterback Charlie Frye to the Seattle Seahawks for a sixth round pick moving rookie Brady Quinn up to the second spot on the depth chart. (I think I just coughed up something.)...The New England Patriots may lose some draft choices after a report surfaced that the NFL viewed a confiscated tape that proved the Pats were recording the New York Jets' defensive signals during their game on Sunday...In other crappy Jets news, Chad Pennington will probably miss Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens which should make Jets fans cheer again...I guess the Chicago White Sox must be taking whatever Ozzie Guillen's giving them because they just signed Guillen to an extension that will keep the bleeping coach around until 2012. The White Sox currently share the worst record in baseball with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays and the Florida Marlins...Finally, Royals pitcher Neal Musser will miss the remaninder of the season after he broke his hand punching a chair in the Royals' clubhouse. Doesn't top burning your hand with a George Foreman grill while making chicken salad, or actually burning your foot with a George Foreman grill becuase you like the smell of crackling bacon, but I like the intensity.
Check it out: If early estimates are correct, 50 Cent will be retiring. 50 said if he did not outsell Kanye West he'd retire and West is projected to sell over 600,000-700,000 copies of his latest record while 50 is projected for around 500,000. Oh, and Kenny Chesney is all projected to sell more than 50. To read Detroit Tigers' centerfielder Curtis Granderson's thoughts about this topic click here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Do it for pride!
Sorry for the late post. It has less to do with the Braves' game last night and more with the hacking cough and large amounts of medication I'm currently taking.
Braves Update:
Brian McCann made it close but David Wright's homerun in the sixth put the game permanently out of reach for the Braves in their 3-2 loss to the Mets on Monday. Tim Hudson's few mistakes were pounced on by the Mets and unfortunately for the Braves, Oliver Perez made it hard for them to capitalize. The abcense of Chipper Jones and Andruw Jones didn't help their cause either. The Braves look for a win against the Metsies tonight at 7:10 PM/est on SS.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 9.5
Games above .500: 2
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Chipper Jones injured his oblique during batting practice on Monday while Andruw Jones missed Monday's game with an illness...The Braves September 21st game against the Milwaukee Brewers has been moved from 7:05 to 7:35 PM/est while the September 22nd game has been moved from 7:05 to 3:55 PM/est.
NASCAR Update:
Sterling Marlin and Joe Nemechek have sued DEI/Ginn Racing over their termination earlier this year.
Boris Said will attempt to qualify for Sunday's race in New Hampshire in the #98 for Gillette Evernham Motorsports.
Popo in my crib News:
Indiana Pacers foward Shawne Williams was booked on marijuana possession and driving without a license, driving with an expired license plate and failure to signal a lane change on Tuesday. Watch out Shawne, because the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: JaMarcus Russell and the Oakland Raiders have reportedly agreed to principal terms on a six year, $61 million contract...The Giants have been hit hard, or have they? News broke on Monday that Eli Manning had a slight separated shoulder that could have him out for a month, but the Giants are claiming it's not that bad and Manning may even play on Sunday. Either way, they will be without Osi Umenyiora, Brandon Jacobs and Rueben Droughns on Sunday...The news is not so good for Buffalo Bill Kevin Everett who suffered life threatening injuries on Sunday. Doctors are saying that Everett will likely be paralyzed. Incidents like these put everything into prespective...Portland Blazers number one draft pick Greg Oden is expected to have knee surgery this week...The NL Central is tied once again after the Cubs beat the St. Louis Cardinals 12-3 and the Milwaukee Brewers dropped a game to the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-0...Baltimore Orioles outfielder Jay Gibbons' name has joined the growing list of players linked to HGH. Gibbons has been asked to meet with baseball officials...And finally, a new report has Tom Glavine playing in his 22nd MLB season next season. He can play for the Mets, I'm officially over him!
Check this out: September 11th may go down as the biggest day in the recording industry history as Kanye West, 50 Cent and Kenny Chesney released new albums today. Check out a preview of Kenny's album here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate
Braves Update:
Brian McCann made it close but David Wright's homerun in the sixth put the game permanently out of reach for the Braves in their 3-2 loss to the Mets on Monday. Tim Hudson's few mistakes were pounced on by the Mets and unfortunately for the Braves, Oliver Perez made it hard for them to capitalize. The abcense of Chipper Jones and Andruw Jones didn't help their cause either. The Braves look for a win against the Metsies tonight at 7:10 PM/est on SS.
Games behind NY Mets in NL East: 9.5
Games above .500: 2
NL Wild Card Leader: San Diego Padres
Braves Notes: Chipper Jones injured his oblique during batting practice on Monday while Andruw Jones missed Monday's game with an illness...The Braves September 21st game against the Milwaukee Brewers has been moved from 7:05 to 7:35 PM/est while the September 22nd game has been moved from 7:05 to 3:55 PM/est.
NASCAR Update:
Sterling Marlin and Joe Nemechek have sued DEI/Ginn Racing over their termination earlier this year.
Boris Said will attempt to qualify for Sunday's race in New Hampshire in the #98 for Gillette Evernham Motorsports.
Popo in my crib News:
Indiana Pacers foward Shawne Williams was booked on marijuana possession and driving without a license, driving with an expired license plate and failure to signal a lane change on Tuesday. Watch out Shawne, because the popo are on your tail!
News & Notes: JaMarcus Russell and the Oakland Raiders have reportedly agreed to principal terms on a six year, $61 million contract...The Giants have been hit hard, or have they? News broke on Monday that Eli Manning had a slight separated shoulder that could have him out for a month, but the Giants are claiming it's not that bad and Manning may even play on Sunday. Either way, they will be without Osi Umenyiora, Brandon Jacobs and Rueben Droughns on Sunday...The news is not so good for Buffalo Bill Kevin Everett who suffered life threatening injuries on Sunday. Doctors are saying that Everett will likely be paralyzed. Incidents like these put everything into prespective...Portland Blazers number one draft pick Greg Oden is expected to have knee surgery this week...The NL Central is tied once again after the Cubs beat the St. Louis Cardinals 12-3 and the Milwaukee Brewers dropped a game to the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-0...Baltimore Orioles outfielder Jay Gibbons' name has joined the growing list of players linked to HGH. Gibbons has been asked to meet with baseball officials...And finally, a new report has Tom Glavine playing in his 22nd MLB season next season. He can play for the Mets, I'm officially over him!
Check this out: September 11th may go down as the biggest day in the recording industry history as Kanye West, 50 Cent and Kenny Chesney released new albums today. Check out a preview of Kenny's album here.
It's been fun blogging with you,
Kate