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January 29, 2005

So Long Sammy!

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 29, 2005

Even though I'm a Cubs fan, I never liked Sammy Sosa. It was especially during the days of his home run chase with Mark McGwire back in 1998 that I grew to dislike him. While most of Chicago embraced or fell in love with his seemingly likeable personality, I thought... [Full Story]

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January 28, 2005

Packer Thug Dies

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 28, 2005 · Comments (1)

Back in the 1980s, the Green Bay Packers were dreadful, full of has-beens and never-could-bes and lead by coaches who played under Vince Lombardi. An especially lousy time was the Forrest Greg era. His teams were happy to end up 8-8. But what really marked Greg's teams was all the... [Full Story]

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January 26, 2005

Preseason Predictions vs The Season

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 26, 2005

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He's Back!

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 26, 2005 · Comments (1)

Hello folks! It's the one and only SageOne...yes, people I'm back. After months of being locked up in the dungeon and away from the quirkly little world of blawgs (blog in Bostonian), I've decided to resurface. My new site is totally sports (Bawstin) sports related. But, I felt compelled to... [Full Story]

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The Price of Success

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 26, 2005

In the "stick & ball" sports success breds a mass exodus of players in both monetary poaching by other teams, or players just moving on for a variety of reasons. The recent success of the Boston Red Sox is a prime example. All have proclaimed the "Ruth Curse" is dead.... [Full Story]

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January 23, 2005

An Unimpressive Win

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 23, 2005

Watching the NFC Championship game, no matter who wins neither Atlanta or Philadelphia impressed me on offense. Sure, Philly scored (at least) 27 points, but it was the Eagles defense that won the game be getting sacks, stopping the run, and causing Falcons mistakes. The Eagles have not shown me... [Full Story]

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January 22, 2005

Vick can Run, but Will He Throw?

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 22, 2005

Michael Vick can run like the wind, but in Philadelphia on Sunday, he will be running for his life unless he can throw to keep his team in the game. A week after crushing the Rams with the NFL version of the option offense, Vick will actually have to run... [Full Story]

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January 20, 2005

NFL Divisional Playoff Picks

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 20, 2005

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Possible Salary Cap Casualties

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 20, 2005

Guard Mike Wahle, safety Darren Sharper, and defensive tackle Cletidus Hunt could all be salary cap cuts if they don't renegotiate their contracts with the Green Bay Packers. "Salary Cap May Cost Packers"... [Full Story]

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January 19, 2005

Michael Vick: QB Failure

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 19, 2005

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January 16, 2005

Ex-Raider Shot by Police

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 16, 2005

Ex-Raider Barret Robbins has fallen. He was part of a Super Bowl team and a Pro Bowler. Now, he's in the hospital after being shot by a policeman and suspected of burglary. While not knowing any details of Robbins' life I suspect he's losing the war with his mental illness.... [Full Story]

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No "D" Costs Colts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 16, 2005

If I were Payton Manning I'd demand that a new Colts stadium be outdoors and have real grass. The Colts took another loss to Patriots in Foxboro. It was snowing, cold, and the field was a mess. More realistically, he should demand that Tony Dungy build a defense that is... [Full Story]

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January 14, 2005

NFL Picks Week 2

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 14, 2005

Week 2 Indy-Patsies Peyton Manning has more weapons at his disposal than an army brigade. While New England is stellar at taking away the opponent's best guy, Manning could throw for 300 yards and 4 TDs with his only HOFer, Marvin Harrison, catching 4 for 50. If NE plays 6... [Full Story]

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NFL Divisional Playoff Picks

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 14, 2005

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New Packers GM

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 14, 2005

Ted Thompson is the new Packers GM. Head coach Mike Sherman still has his job, but he now has a new boss and only one year left on his contract. The latter point may hurt the Packers in finding a replacement for defensive coordinator Bob Slowik--assuming Sherman is smart enough... [Full Story]

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Moss' "Mooning" Costs Him Money

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 14, 2005

Randy Moss was fine $10,000 by the NFL for his faux mooning in last Sunday's playoff game. The man with an afro that made Ben Wallace look bald brushed it off. "What's 10 grand to me? It ain't (expletive)," he told reporters. Moss' agent got even goofier by trying to... [Full Story]

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January 13, 2005

Packers to Split Top Jobs

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 13, 2005

Being Packers country the top story this morning isn't Gov. Doyle's State of the State Speech. Instead, the Journal Sentinel reports Mike Sherman will be stripped of his general manager duties. Packers president Bob Harlan wants Seattle Seahawks front office man Ted Thompson to run the show. Next season is... [Full Story]

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Major League Baseball Announces New Steroids Policy

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 13, 2005

Steroid agreement: Suspensions for first offense (ESPN) Baseball players and owners have reached an agreement on a tougher steroid-testing program, and the much-harsher penalties for players testing positive will include suspensions on the first offense. The agreement is expected to be announced Thursday from the owners' meeting in Scottsdale, Ariz.... [Full Story]

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Playmate Acquitted of Assaulting Jeff Garcia’s Ex-gal

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 13, 2005

Playmate acquitted of assaulting Garcia's ex-gal (ESPN-AP) A Playboy Playmate accused of karate-kicking the ex-girlfriend of NFL quarterback Jeff Garcia was acquitted Wednesday of a misdemeanor assault charge. But Carmella DeCesare, who is dating the Cleveland Browns player, was convicted of violating a protection order and placed on probation for... [Full Story]

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January 12, 2005

Cursed Packers Hat

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 12, 2005

One fan doesn't think the Packers' recent post-season problems are Mike Sherman's fault. He thinks it's his cursed hat. It's now out on eBay looking for a buyer to destroy it.... [Full Story]

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Traditionally Bad Behavior

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 12, 2005

Tony Dungy says Randy Moss' "mooning" of Packers fans was payback for what they do to visiting teams. The Brown County sheriff's office told a Green Bay reporters that "they see any number of things from the moment opposing teams leave their hotel and all along the road to the... [Full Story]

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Vikings Demand Removal of Fox Announcer Joe Buck

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 12, 2005

Vikings don't want Fox announcer (ESPN - AP) Minnesota Vikings owner Red McCombs asked Fox Sports to remove play-by-play announcer Joe Buck from Sunday's divisional playoff game at Philadelphia because of his sharp criticism of wide receiver Randy Moss. After catching a touchdown pass in last weekend's win at Green... [Full Story]

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January 11, 2005

Marino, Young, Irvin, Thomas Hall of Fame Finalists

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 11, 2005

Rare air: Marino, Young lead pro Hall finalists (ESPN - AP) CANTON, Ohio - Quarterbacks Dan Marino and Steve Young and wide receiver Michael Irvin were among 15 finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced Tuesday. Marino, who holds many of the NFL's career passing records, and Young,... [Full Story]

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Pedro, Carlos, and the Mets Revival

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 11, 2005

"Back in the saddle again," Steven Tyler sings, as if about the 2005 New York Mets. While no guarantees emanate from Shea, the Mets Spring Training will be buzzing with excitement. Offense Barring injury, the Mets field a lineup that will fill the bases with plenty of speed. CF Carlos... [Full Story]

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January 10, 2005

Randy Moss 'Moons' Green Bay Crowd

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 10, 2005 · Comments (1)

Moss celebration likely to bring 'heat' from NFL (ESPN) Randy Moss didn't leave Lambeau Field before the Vikings' playoff game was over Sunday. He still was in the middle of controversy, however. Moss -- whose reputation is still smarting for skulking off the field with 2 seconds left in a... [Full Story]

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January 7, 2005

Auburn's Delusion

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 7, 2005

Auburn wins the Sugar Bowl by only three points, and they're claiming a share of the national title. There won't be a sanctioned national championship for the undefeated Auburn Tigers, but there will be rings, T-shirts and caps with a very clear message: "We're No. 1." Besides USC the only... [Full Story]

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Anna Benson Reality Show?

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 7, 2005

BENSON'S WIFE MAY HOST REALITY SHOW (New York Post) Anna Benson, wife of Mets' pitcher Kris Benson, is in discussions to do a reality series on VH-1, NYP TV Sports has learned. While both Anna's agent and a VH-1 spokesperson confirmed the talks, no deal is finalized yet. The... [Full Story]

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Fox Rejects Mickey Rooney's Butt for Super Bowl Ad

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 7, 2005

Canned: Fox rejects Rooney Super Bowl ad (ESPN) Nicollette Sheridan's back before Monday Night Football: yes, though even that pregame spot sparked apologies galore. Mickey Rooney's backside in a Super Bowl ad: no. Especially not after Janet Jackson's "wardrobe malfunction" at last year's Super Bowl . Fox has rejected a... [Full Story]

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January 6, 2005

Wild Card Picks

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 6, 2005

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Dallas Cowboys Scouting Director Larry Lacewell Retires

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 6, 2005

Larry Lacewell, Scouting Director For Past 12 Seasons Calling It Quits (Dallas Cowboys.com) After finishing 6-10 last season, changes were undoubtedly expected for the Cowboys this off-season. The first big change will start in the scouting department, where longtime Director of College and Pro scouting Larry Lacewell will retire from... [Full Story]

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January 4, 2005

Ponson No Longer Jailbird

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 4, 2005

Orioles pitcher Sidney Ponson was released from an Aruba jail after punching a judge on a beach. "Ponson Released after a Week in Jail"... [Full Story]

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BCS by Committee

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 4, 2005

With the AP refusing to let the BCS use its college football poll in their calculation, the BCS will look into having a committee choose who plays who. "BCS Will Consider Using Selection Committee, but no Playoff in Sight"... [Full Story]

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Wade Boggs and Ryne Sandberg Elected to Hall of Fame

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 4, 2005

Hall call: Boggs, Sandberg awarded top honor (ESPN) Wade Boggs was overwhelmingly elected to the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility Tuesday, and Ryne Sandberg made it with just six votes to spare on his third try. Boggs, a five-time American League batting champion for the Boston... [Full Story]

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He's In!!

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 4, 2005

Ryne Sandberg is in the Hall of Fame. Better late than never (ask Ron Santo in a few weeks). Read all about it here.NEW YORK (AP) -- Wade Boggs was overwhelmingly elected to the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility Tuesday, and Ryne Sandberg made it with... [Full Story]

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Auburn Tigers Go 13-0

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 4, 2005

Sugar Bowl: Auburn 16, Virginia Tech 13 No national championship, but a terrific season for the Auburn Tigers. Update (1-4): Tigers Lobbying for National Title The roar echoed through the brick walls in the basement of the Superdome without any trouble. It was coming from the Auburn locker room --... [Full Story]

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O.J. Simpson Going to Orange Bowl to Cheer USC

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 4, 2005 · Comments (2)

O.J. going to Orange Bowl to cheer for Trojans (Sports Illustrated) O.J. Simpson plans to root like crazy at the Orange Bowl. "I'll be in the stands cheering as loud as anybody for USC," Simpson told The Associated Press in a telephone interview Monday. "I can't wait. I always follow... [Full Story]

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January 3, 2005

L.A. Angels of Anaheim

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: January 3, 2005

L.A. Angels of Anaheim (ESPN - AP) Baseball's Angels have a new name, and it's a mouthful: The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. The switch, which will be challenged in court by the city of Anaheim, is intended to help the team market itself to more of Southern California, attract... [Full Story]

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