Main

January 2009 Archives

January 31, 2009

Goalie Steve Mason at it again- Columbus blanks Ottawa 1-0

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 31, 2009

Last night's game marks the seventh shutout for the NHL rookie. It seemed like a while since Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Steve Mason had recorded a shutout. In reality it was only seven starts, but when you burst onto the scene with six in your first 24 NHL games, including... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Bill Parcells to stay with Miami Dolphins

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 31, 2009 · Comments (1)

Since even before Miami lost in the first round of the playoffs, the rumor mill in regards to the Dolphin VP of Football Operations, had been working overtime. From the Sun-Sentinel- Walking through Super Bowl media headquarters Friday afternoon, Dolphins Vice President of Football Operations Bill Parcells proudly pointed to... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

NFL- No Thanksgiving game or blackout rule changes for now

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 31, 2009 · Comments (2)

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell addressed these issues at a press conference yesterday. The Detroit Lions' Thanksgiving Day game is safe, at least for 2009. But NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says that could change. During a news conference Friday, Goodell said owners will discuss having other teams host Thanksgiving Day games... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Serena Williams wins Australian Open

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 31, 2009

It was Serena's third triumph down under since 2003. From AP- Serena Williams routed Dinara Safina 6-0, 6-3 Saturday to win the Australian Open for her 10th Grand Slam title and a return to the No. 1 ranking. It was total domination for the second-seeded Williams, who looked at ease... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Former Heavyweight champ Ingemar Johansson dead at 76

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 31, 2009

He won the title from Floyd Patterson in 1959 but lost the title in a re-match a year later. He was AP athlete of the year in 1959. I got to meet Ingemar Johansson in the late 70's thanks to my father's involvement with harness racing.(There were many pro athletes... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

January 30, 2009

Philadelphia Eagles Def. Coordinator Jim Johnson has cancer

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 30, 2009 · Comments (1)

He plans to still coach as he battles deadly skin cancer. From AP- Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Johnson has had a recurrence of cancer, this time in his spine, team officials said Thursday. Eagles trainer Rick Burkholder told The Philadelphia Inquirer and Daily News that Johnson on Monday was... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Move over Michelle Wie Part IV

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 30, 2009

Meet Karen Kim It is now easy to spot Korean family names like Kim, Lee, Park or Pak on the leaderboards of youth golf championships in the United States. Some second-generation Korean-Americans, such as Anthony Kim and Michelle Wie, grow up to become world-class golfers. Being touted as the "next... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

January 29, 2009

The LPGA Ginn Open is dead

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 29, 2009 · Comments (3)

Another hole has been blown in the 2009 US Women's professional golf schedule. From the Orlando Sentinel- The recession has claimed another victim: the Ginn Open, the LPGA Tour's lone event in Central Florida. Ginn Sports Entertainment and Ginn Development Company announced Wednesday afternoon that they will no longer host,... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/ (1 votes cast)

January 27, 2009

Ottawa Senators demote Goalie Martin Gerber

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 27, 2009

When you are demoted to the minors at age 34, I think it is safe to say your NHL career has reached a crisis stage. From AP- Goaltender Martin Gerber was assigned by the Ottawa Senators to Binghamton of the AHL on Tuesday. Gerber went unclaimed when he was placed... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Florida horsemen say 2009 racing meet will end 3 months early

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 27, 2009

Could harness racing in Florida be permanently kaput as early as May 2nd 2009? The Florida Standardbred Breeders and Owners Association (FSBOA) has issued a press release stating that the Isle Casino at Pompano has asked the state of Florida to approve a reduction in the number of Standardbred racing... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

January 19, 2009

NY Jets hire Baltimore asst Rex Ryan to be next head coach

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 19, 2009

He replaces the recently Eric Mangini. From AP- The New York Jets are confident Rex Ryan was worth the wait. The Baltimore Ravens' defensive coordinator was hired Monday as New York's coach, three weeks after the Jets fired Eric Mangini following a late-season collapse. "We got the right man for... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

January 16, 2009

Tampa Bay Buccaneers fire Coach Jon Gruden

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 16, 2009 · Comments (1)

The Bucs ended the 2008 season by losing their last four games. From AP- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fired coach Jon Gruden and general manager Bruce Allen on Friday after the team collapsed following a 9-3 start and failed to make the playoffs. Gruden, who helped lead the Buccaneers to... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

January 15, 2009

Detroit Lions hire Superman Jim Schwartz to be head coach

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 15, 2009 · Comments (1)

Never heard of the guy before this season. From ESPN- The Detroit Lions agreed on a four-year deal Thursday with Tennessee defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz to be their coach. Schwartz will attempt to lead a turnaround for the NFL's first 0-16 team. The Lions fired Rod Marinelli two weeks ago... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/ (1 votes cast)

January 14, 2009

New York Knicks Center Eddie Curry sued for sexual harassment

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 14, 2009

His driver claims he tried to solicit gay sex from him. From the New York Post- Knick center Eddy Curry was slapped with a shocking sexual-harassment suit yesterday by his former driver, who claims the 6-foot-11 hoopster tried to solicit gay sex from him. Stunning court papers charge that Curry,... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Boston Bruins forward Marco Sturm out for the season

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 14, 2009

He hadn't played in a game since mid-December. From AP- Sturm, who led the Bruins with 27 goals last season, had surgery Tuesday on his left knee. Doctors repaired his meniscus and anterior cruciate ligament and said the operation was successful. Sturm played 19 games this season and had seven... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Orlando Magic set NBA 3-point record in rout of Kings

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 14, 2009 · Comments (1)

The one game record had stood since March 2005. From ESPN- Even the guys at the end of the bench were making 3-pointers on a record-setting night for the Orlando Magic. Seldom-used Jeremy Richardson's lone basket proved the most memorable Tuesday night, a 3-pointer with 2:20 left in the fourth... [Full Story]

Rating: 4/ (1 votes cast)

Florida Panther Ville Peltonen out for 2 weeks with broken foot

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 14, 2009

This just happens with him in the middle of a hot scoring streak. From the Miami Herald- Florida Panthers left wing Ville Peltonen is out for at least two weeks with a broken bone in his left foot. Peltonen broke the bone during Saturday's 8-4 win over the Thrashers, but... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

January 13, 2009

Former MLB Manager Preston Gomez dead at 85

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 13, 2009

He was the first ever manager of the San Diego Padres. Before that he worked in the Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodger organization and had a very brief career as a player. RIP ... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Indianapolis Colts name Jim Caldwell head coach

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 13, 2009

He replaces Tony Dungy who announced his retirement yesterday. From ESPN- Jim Caldwell wants to build on Tony Dungy's success, not be a carbon copy of his former boss. Caldwell, 53, was introduced Tuesday by the Colts as Dungy's replacement. The move was not a surprise: The Colts announced their... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

January 12, 2009

Rickey Henderson, Jim Rice, elected to Baseball Hall of Fame

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 12, 2009 · Comments (2)

Henderson is the greatest leadoff hitter in the history of baseball. Jim Rice was a very good player, his HOF credentials are iffy. He hit homeruns and drove in runs but had minuses too. I'd have voted for Tim Raines before Rice. People who didn't get voted in- Mark McGwire.... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/ (1 votes cast)

Indianapolis Colts coach Ted Dungy to retire

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 12, 2009 · Comments (1)

He leaves after seven years at the helm. From AP- Tony Dungy is retiring after seven years as coach of the Indianapolis Colts, according to reports Monday. He was meeting with players throughout the day to say goodbye, and will be replaced by assistant Jim Caldwell, the reports said, citing... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

January 10, 2009

Clipping their wings- Florida pounds Atlanta 8-4

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 10, 2009

The Panthers tallied the most amount of goals this afternoon since they defeated Toronto on February 5th of 2008. With the win Florida is just one point behind Carolina for the last playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. I have quite a bit to note about today's exciting win. *-... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/ (1 votes cast)

Rookie Goalie Steve Mason stymies Washington, Columbus wins 3-0

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 10, 2009

It's because of Nash that the Blue Jackets find themselves in contention for their first ever playoff appearance. From NHL.com- Steve Mason already led the NHL in goals-against average and save percentage. The rookie goaltending sensation for the Columbus Blue Jackets now has sole possession of the lead in shutouts... [Full Story]

Rating: 4/ (1 votes cast)

January 9, 2009

Former MLB pitcher Dave Roberts dead at 64

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 9, 2009

I remember Roberts. He and Clay Kirby were the 1-2 pitching combo for the Padres in their infant years. His 14-17 2.10 ERA year with the 71 Padres was truly outstanding. For the Padres went 61-100 that year. Roberts was a journeyman but one able to win over 100 ML... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Florida Panthers and the Eastern NHL Conference at the half way mark

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 9, 2009 · Comments (1)

The Florida Panthers played their 41st game of the NHL season last night. A 4-2 win over division rival Carolina Panthers. Before I make some comments, here are the standings 1 Boston Bruins Games played- 41 Record- 30-7-4 Points- 64 2 Washington Capitals 41, 27-11-3, 57 3 Philadelphia Flyers 41,... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Daily Racing Form columnist Joe Hirsch dead at 80

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 9, 2009

While the primary form of horse racing that I follow is harness racing, I did however hear of Mr. Hirsch. I didn't know however that he was roommates with Joe Namath. Did he room with Joe or Joe's luggage? LOL, either way RIP.... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

January 8, 2009

A big win- Florida defeats Carolina 4-2

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 8, 2009

Goals from Nathan Horton, David Booth, Gregory Campbell, and Jay Bouwmeester allow the Panthers to defeat a divisional rival that always gives them trouble. With tonight's win, Florida is 3-0-1 in their last 4 games where they also scored 19 goals. That is a great deal of offense for a... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Cleveland Browns name ballboyEric Mangini head coach

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 8, 2009

He replaces the recently fired Romeo Crennel. From ESPN- Eric Mangini, who began his NFL career as a ballboy for the Browns, was introduced as Cleveland's 12th full-time coach on Thursday, less than two weeks after he was fired by the New York Jets. After Bill Belichick failed in Cleveland,... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Ottawa Senator Jarkko Ruutu suspended two games for bite

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: January 8, 2009

It is not known if his victim will need a rabies shot. From AP- The NHL acted swiftly after what happened in the first period of Buffalo's 4-2 home win. Peters started the skirmish by shoving the palm of his glove into Ruutu's face and pushing him into the boards... [Full Story]

Rating: 0/ (0 votes cast)

Advertisments








Sports Headlines

Search


Contact

Send e-mail tips to us:

sportstips@wizbangblog.com

Subscribe Via E-Mail

Get Wizbang Sports in your inbox by submitting your email address below.

Get notified by post

The Wizbang® Network

Wizbang: Religious convert arrested for recruitment center bomb threat in Baltimore

Any clues as to what religion he may've converted to? Authorities say a 21-year-old man has been arrested in the Baltimore area for plotting to blow up a military recruitment...

1:53 PM | Comments 10 comments


Wizbang: "If you want to give to a charity... UNICEF is a poor choice"

David Kopel: International Adoption: The Human Rights Position is an article in Global Policy by Harvard Law Professor Elizabeth Bartholet. A response article from Paulo Barrozo of Boston College Law School amplifies some...

12:53 PM | Comments 1 comments


Wizbang: Publish And Be Damned

I've mentioned a couple of times that I'm a moderately dedicated blood donor. I've lost track of the precise number, but I know it's over seven gallons -- somewhere around...

11:00 AM | Comments 18 comments


Wizbang: Meet Michael J. Copps, control freak on steroids

Remember when your mom monitored everything you watched on television, who your friends were, and what you did when you were out with them to make sure your weren't corrupting...

10:11 AM | Comments 13 comments


Wizbang: Carnival of Crony Capitalism

There is a huge difference between a government that is "business-friendly" and a government that is "market-friendly." The Obama Administration resides squarely in the former category. First from American Thinker's...

9:50 AM | Comments 2 comments


Wizbang: Heat And Light

Over at Ace of Spades' site, Gabriel Malor has a very insightful (and typically hysterically vulgar) analysis of just how good a deal the Republicans worked with the Obama administration...

7:00 AM | Comments 12 comments


Wizbang: Sissy Willis has your quote of the day

If this doesn't nail the press' hypocrisy, nothing does: Interesting that the lamestream media, mindlessly mouthing the mantra of Sarah Palin's lack of intellectual curiosity never thought to ask John...

6:20 AM | Comments 3 comments


Wizbang: With Yesterday's Tax Deal, The Emperor Loses More of His New Clothes

Republicans and The White House reached an important compromise yesterday, which included a two year extension of most of the 2002 income tax rate adjustments for individuals and businesses, and...

6:20 AM | Comments 11 comments


Wizbang: Are we really at war in Afghanistan?

Or are we playing deadly games?  When I read crap like this and think about the blood and treasure we're commiting to the fight, I am sickened: More than 500 suspected...

6:01 AM | Comments 10 comments


Wizbang: Elizabeth Edwards dies at 61

The family's statement is most moving: Elizabeth Anania Edwards, mother, author, advocate died today at her home in Chapel Hill, surrounded by her family. Today we have lost the comfort...

6:23 PM | Comments 14 comments


Categories

Archives