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Rain Game Enters World Series Lore Players on both the Philadelphia Phillies and Tampa Bay Rays can't believe the conditions in the rain-suspended game 5 in the World Series, particularly in the sixth when the Rays drove home the tying run in the slop. "That was probably the worst conditions I've ever played under in my life," said Carlos Pena of the Rays. "When do you ever see a puddle at home plate?"
posted by rcade at 11:51 AM on October 29
Bengals Resign Troubled Receiver Chris Henry With their two Pro Bowl receivers hurt, the Cincinnati Bengals brought back troubled receiver Chris Henry on Tuesday, a move that their coach had emphatically ruled out only a month earlier as inappropriate. The signing helps the team but raises questions about its commitment to holding players accountable for their actions.
posted by BornIcon at 09:37 AM on August 22
Here's a little Bengal humor that's been making the rounds here in Cincy. Two brothers are hanging out chatting about their beloved Bengals. The one brother tells the other, "you know I think this could really be a great year for the Bengals. I could see them going 12 and 4 this year." The other brother, in total disbelief, responds, "whatever you're smoking, you need to stop smoking it". The first brother quickly comes back, "no, no , no, I'm serious. I really do see them going 12 and 4 this year. That's 12 arrests and only 4 convictions!!!" The re-signing of Henry only makes this prediction even more plausible.
posted at 12:52 AM on August 22
Baseball Hall of Famer YAZ hospitalized BOSTON - Hall of Famer Carl Yastrzemski, the last player to hit for the Triple Crown, was hospitalized for tests Tuesday after experiencing chest pains. The popular Yaz was an 18-time All-Star and spent his entire career in Boston, taking over left field for Ted Williams in 1961 and playing through 1983.
posted by knowsalittle at 04:40 PM on August 19
Growing up as a Reds fan, I hated the Red Sox. But Yaz was one of my favorite players, anyway. I would mimmick his stance and swing when we played wiffle ball. I even wore number 8 when I first started playing baseball. Several years after his playing days, I had the pleasure of meeting him (at a Notre Dame function--he is an Irish alum.) He couldn't have been a more cordial man. It only re-enforced him as one of my all-time favorite players. Tonight when I hit my knees, I will pray for his quick and full recovery.
posted at 11:58 PM on August 19
1898 Obscene Language Baseball Document Entitled “Special Instructions To Players,” regarding the use of obscene language by players at the ballpark, to intimidate umpires and opposing players, and to verbally battle with unfriendly fans. Warning: strong language.
posted by justgary at 12:33 PM on December 04
Is it just me or does it seem that the writer of this fine masterpiece wanted to see how much he could say and get away with it. He gives 8 examples (not 2 or 3) on top of the example that led to the meeting. Are we sure this was actually an official memo and not some prank that was being sent around at the time? Still a great find, and shows the climate of baseball at the time.
posted at 06:20 PM on December 04
The old left-hander, rounding third and heading for home. Joe Nuxhall passed away at the age of 79 last night. His first appearance in a game was at the age of 15 for the Cincinnati Reds, making him the youngest player in MLB history. Joe went on to have a 15 year career (including 3 all-star selections) on the field and another 40 years in the broadcast booth.
posted by mick at 07:59 AM on November 16
I feel very blessed to have met Mr. Nuxall several times, and having listened to him and Marty growing up. Joe always had time for the fan, the benchwarmer, and anyone else who wanted to just spend a couple of moments talking about baseball (in particular, the Reds) or anything else on their mind. Each year since Marty was voted into the broadcasters wing of the hall of fame, I keep hoping he would get to join him. I know he'll get there one day--too bad it will be after his passing. He was a great man and will be missed. God bless you Joe (my first drive on the first tee next spring will be for you!)
posted at 11:34 PM on November 16
Most Popular NFL Teams (in Order): Cowboys, Colts, Steelers, Packers This year's Harris poll of NFL team popularity has the Dallas Cowboys passing the Pittsburgh Steelers to claim the top spot, ahead of the fast-climbing Indianapolis Colts and the Green Bay Packers. The least popular team for the third straight year: My Jacksonville Jaguars.
posted by rcade at 06:34 PM on October 02
It's a good thing that the games aren't decided by popularity contests. I'll love seeing how many bandwagon jumpers there will be when Jacksonville is still winning in January (ok, a guy can dream right?). But if you want to jump on that bandwagon now, go ahead, apparently we have plenty of room.
posted at 09:39 PM on October 02
Jaguars Will Dump Leftwich, Rely on Garrard to Start In a dramatic about face from all of the happy talk this preseason between Byron Leftwich and Coach Jack Del Rio, the Jacksonville Jaguars will drop their four-year starter and elevate David Garrard to the position. If anyone's looking for a gutsy, slow-footed, cannon-armed quarterback who takes more debilitating hits than the Black Knight on Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Leftwich is available for trade until 4 p.m. Saturday.
posted by rcade at 05:16 PM on August 31
As much as I love Leftwich (I was very excited when we drafted him), this was the right move. It's time to move on, and Garrard has improved dramatically since last year. With our defense and running game, Garrard will have an opportunity to continue his growth as a quarterback and a leader. I also think the releasing or trading of Leftwich is also the right move. By doing this, there will be no qb controversy, and Garrard won't be looking over his shoulder. If I wasn't ready for the season to start before now (and I was), I am now/lol.--go Jags!!!
posted at 10:33 PM on August 31
Texas 30 - Baltimore 3 ... wasn't an NFL preseason matchup but the rather the Rangers posting the highest major league run total in 110 years. I guess there is no mercy rule in the MLB.
posted by gspm at 08:09 PM on August 23
When i first saw the score, i got excited, as i have Michael Young in my fantasy league. Imagine my horror to find out he was one of only two players with zero rbi's. I couldnt believe it. Oh well, that's what i get for having a Ranger on my team, lol. Just picked up Jeff Keppinger of the Reds, who is on fire. So if you are thinking of picking him up in your leagues--don't, since i just cursed him too.
posted at 03:59 AM on August 23
Will the Web Kill the Local Sports Page? In a discussion about the future of newspapers, A-list blogger Matthew Yglesias argues that the sports section is being killed off by sites like ESPN.Com and Yahoo Sports. "Sports specialty sites will have the best sports coverage," he writes.
posted by rcade at 03:05 PM on July 28
I live in the dayton area just like insomnyak, and i agree about the lack of hockey news, but their high school coverage is excellent and Hal McCoy (reds beat reporter) is a hall of famer. I find that much like a lot of the other commenters here, i get my national news from national outlets and local news from local outlets. I think as a consumer its considerably better than it used to be and there will always be a need for the local stuff. The death of the local newspaper has been reported for a good 20 years but it just wont die--it may be on life support compared to the pre-usa today and internet days, but a death sentence is not going to happen anytime in the near future.
posted at 12:48 AM on July 28
Arbour to coach Isles one last time No, it's not a 15 year contract.
posted by tommytrump at 04:39 PM on July 20
as a life long isles fan, this is the best news i've heard all off-season. hopefully, he'll get win number 740 that night, with bossy, trottier, potvin, goring, nystrom, smith, gilles, etc., in attendence. we need something to jump start the franchise (or should i say organization in my best canadian accent) back to championship level. And i know that when i think a pr move might help jump start us, how desperate i am for us to be a winner again.
posted at 03:03 AM on July 20
Poll: Rooting for Bonds Divided by Race When it comes to rooting for Barry Bonds to become the home run champion, one factor stands out: race. An AP-Ipsos poll released Monday showed 55 percent of minority baseball fans want Bonds to set the record, while only 34 percent of non-Hispanic white baseball fans hope he passes Hank Aaron's record.
posted by commander cody at 02:45 AM on July 17
There are a couple of things that bother me about this poll. First off, of the 2000 people polled only 825 were baseball fans. How much credence can we give to a baseball poll that asks almost 60 percent of its respondents about something they are not a fan of? Second, why is it that race is such a big issue in this. It's a african-american getting ready to break a record held by a african-american. If Hank Aaron was white, then i could see why it would be a story. I think the real question here is why do more white respondents dislike barry more than the african-american respondents, when, as it was pointed out in the story, they were pulling for aaron to break babe ruth's record? I would be interested in seeing the same break down if the question was if Mark McGwire was getting ready to break aaron's record would they be pulling for him. I think we would find out that it has more to do with steriods and less about race.
posted at 04:38 AM on July 17
Is ESPN Killing the National Hockey League by Influencing Public Attitudes? By creating and reinforcing an expectation of failure regarding the NHL, ESPN is shaping public perception and contributing to the “death” of the NHL in the United States.
posted by Mookieproof at 03:15 PM on July 07
though i agree with the thoughts transmitted here, i did what to bring up one point that was wrong (by ruff). when espn first started there was one on air personality who very much was the voice of hockey at the network, im speaking of the late tom mees. unfortunately, with his passing, the network never replaced him with another on air personality who had the love and passion for hockey. my other point is, quite frankly, the nhl (and i love hockey) will continue to die a slow and painful death as long as gary bettman continues to be in charge. it doesnt matter what espn, or any other network does or does not do, as long as the worst commissioner in the history of sports continues to sit on his throne.
posted at 09:50 PM on July 07
Passion Passes Primary Postseason Play The Pittsburgh Passion won the franchise's first NWFA playoff match with a 63-7 pulverizing of the Erie Illusion. The win was the fifth time in nine games that the Passion had scored more than 50 points, and the seventh time the team held their opponents to under 10 points.
posted by terrapin at 08:08 AM on June 29
great link to the teams pages. i didnt even know that there was a team right down the road in cincinnati (i live in dayton), and that we will have a team here next year. the local media has said nothing about it. but i'm a little worried about the team name--dayton diamonds, as a very famous, or infamous adult club here is called dayton diamonds. they may want to reconsider their name.
posted at 03:57 AM on June 29
Just to clarify, the rules were changed during the last off season for just this situation. Regardless, if the Rays had scored or not, the game would have had to been played to its completion. Unlike during the regular season, which the Phillies would have been declared the winner, the fact that the Rays scored has no bearing on the game being suspended instead of being an official game. The fact that the Rays scored in just coincidence and probably just saved some rioting in Philly with fans thinking they had already won, when, in fact, the game still had to be completed, regardless, of the score.