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Blame Canada? ESPN.com's Jim Kelley suggests that hockey violence is ingrained in Canadian hockey culture. Is he just being provocative, or is there an element of truth?
posted on March 12, 2004 - Go to the detail view for this result
Blame Canada? ESPN.com's Jim Kelley suggests that hockey violence is ingrained in Canadian hockey culture. Is he just being provocative, or is there an element of truth?
posted by waterbedk at 07:43 AM on March 12
Calumny: Sam Smith v NBA Under the guise of power ranking the NBA, the legendary (noteworthy? heard of?) reporter gets off a few good ones at The Association's expense. A choice quote:
24. Toronto Raptors. Vince Carter returns after missing six weeks with a paper cut. But says he's not sure whether he can play because he has to attend rehearsal for his graduation from ceramics class.
Ouch!! No team is safe and plenty more hilarity ensues. Take a gander before the local media giant pushes it into the for pay archive.
By the by, I've got a pretty decent roster of comedic sports columnists, but I'm always looking for quality cheap shot artists. Got any suggestions? Please, no ESPN types, I'm trying to keep it real.
posted by The Crossjammer at 12:11 AM on February 03
I got nothing. What are your suggestions, Crossjammer?
posted at 11:45 AM on February 03
The sad, sad saga of Barret Robbins is coming to light as more info becomes available. The All-Pro center was booted off the Raiders team less than 24 hours before kickoff of the Super Bowl. The intial reason? He had missed a team meeting due to drinking in a bar in Tijuana before the game. But this story seems more Alonzo Spellman than Eugene Robinson. Hopefully Robbins will get the help he needs, although it probably won't come from his teammates.
posted by vito90 at 08:23 AM on January 29
samsonov: If this stuff is true, then I do feel sorry for him. Even with support programs in place, there's a stigma in professional sports regarding depression. I'm thinking Leon Smith in the NBA or even Ricky Williams in the NFL. I'm not sure the machismo and we're-going-to-war mentality of the NFL is that accommodating if you deviate from being one of the guys. Most of the guys on the Raiders, from their comments, would probably characterize his actions, like you, as 'cracking under pressure' when it's at least partially chemical.
posted at 11:32 AM on January 29
Thanks, guys. I had almost forgotten... ...Number One on the "Ugliest Ten Sports Moments" of 2002. Now it's fresh in my mind again.
posted by Jaquandor at 09:59 AM on January 02
Whither Bison Dele?
posted at 04:51 PM on January 02
Knicks pursuing Van Exel? The article states the Mavericks haven't been interested in trading Nick Van Exel (their sixth man) for Kurt Thomas and Charlie Ward (throw-in).
Am I crazy or does this trade sound like a no-brainer for the Mavs? And what the hell is NY thinking? Are they trying to get worse and poorer? Are they intentionally trying to take on salary cap space?
posted by jmevius at 10:54 AM on August 08
In other news, the Knicks picked up Michael Doleac. If that doesn't get them to the Finals, I don't know what will.
posted at 09:37 AM on August 08
Slamball the ultimate spectator sport? it aint no rollerball, but then again, death in sporting events hasn't been popular in a few years. your thoughts? if you have no idea, check it out. The best thing on TNN, ever!
posted by garfield at 12:10 PM on August 06
It was ok. They should have trampolines on the walls too. The court seemed a little small. I guess I thought it should have been more exciting than it was.
posted at 11:45 AM on August 06
All-world high school ... All-world high school basketball star LeBron James is being courted by Nike and Adidas, though he can't sign a contract yet with either company while he's an amateur. James is expected to earn $20 to $25 million from one of the shoe companies before he's even drafted by the NBA.
posted by rcade at 12:56 AM on July 12
The consensus is that James will be the first pick overall at next year's draft. Isn't there speculation that Denver traded McDyess partially to make the team suck even harder - and thereby increase its odds of winning that #1 pick at the 2003 draft? Some said he'd have been drafted #1 _this_ year, as a high school junior. And he's already made the cover of SLAM. So, on hype alone, this kid is probably worth Nike's investment. (Unless he gets injured. Actually, I'm sure the contract addresses that possibility, but hey, if James has a career-ender, at least he won't be broke.)
posted at 10:47 AM on July 12
Is this a dynasty in the making? I mentioned this before, but something about this article scared me. Serena vs. Venus in the Finals of Wimbledon, I understand...But, Serena & Venus in the Doubles Final of Wimbledon as well? Are they that damn good?
posted by BlueTrain at 08:10 PM on July 07
Etagloh: What's worrying is that women's tennis may be set to impose the same kind of physical thresholds as basketball, which is, to coin a clich, just not tennis. Even if you're to make the comparison to basketball, consider that Allen Iverson, listed generously at 6'0, has been the scoring champion for two of the past three years. If height were really the decisive factor, why did this year's 10 ten NBA scorers include only one centre and only three power forwards? Achievement in most sports is determined by countless factors: body size, speed, smarts, reflexes, natural ability, conditioning, desire. Different athletes have these in different combinations. And many find a way to win even though they're lacking in one or two particular areas. Take baseball: Maddux doesn't throw heat. Pedro is tiny. But both find ways to win. Or football QBs: Some are slow as molasses, but have pinpoint, canon arms. Others can't throw far, but can scramble and manufacture passes. If a player like Justine Henin plays such a "pure, intelligent game" then she'll find a way to beat Serena and Venus. Otherwise, I guess her game isn't good enough, in which case, why should she deserve to win? Etagloh, I understand your point that without a great rivalry, tennis may be less gripping. But shouldn't the best always win? Otherwise, what's the point?
posted at 02:39 PM on July 07
Is this a dynasty in the making? I mentioned this before, but something about this article scared me. Serena vs. Venus in the Finals of Wimbledon, I understand...But, Serena & Venus in the Doubles Final of Wimbledon as well? Are they that damn good?
posted by BlueTrain at 08:10 PM on July 07
You have to give the Williams sisters their due. You don't win three of the last four Grand Slams on pure athleticism. To suggest that the Williams sisters don't also play an intelligent game is naive (or wishful thinking). If they're better conditioned than other players on the women's tour, then perhaps the onus is on the other players to approach their training regimen differently. At any rate, their current dominance represents the ongoing evolution of the sport. As in any sport, I'd figure we'd cheer stronger, smarter, better play. They've upped the ante and elevated the competition. Trust me, there will be players who can compete with the Williams sisters. (Of course, if there is some McEnroe-esque steroid revelation about the Williams sisters that's waiting to reveal itself, then I take this all back.)
posted at 09:45 AM on July 07
David Robinson to retire after next season. Godspeed, Admiral. After next season, it's full steam ahead to the Hall of Fame.
posted by thatweirdguy2 at 03:07 PM on May 24
I seem to recall Shaq mentioning that the one player he has beef with - the one player he tries to embarrass every time they play - is David Robinson. All because before Shaq was pro, he sought an autograph from the Admiral and got the bum rush. Ever since, he's had mad grudge. Doesn't prove Robinson is an a-hole. Just proves he's a dumb ass. Here's a tip, Admiral: Next time a 7 foot 300 pound high school kid asks you for an autograph, just sign the damn thing. In three years, he may be beating your ass down in the paint.
posted at 06:42 PM on May 24
Flyers gone...is the GM next? Will this be the end of Bob Clarke's "reign of error"? He's run out of excuses (Lindros, injuries, coach, goalie) and the franchise has been embarassed for the 5th year in a row.
Okay. No more hockey posts from me until the finals or something major happens.
posted by grum@work at 10:12 AM on April 29
yo indeed. My three cents: First, how overrated is Primeau? Second, how much of a cancer is Roenick? Trade him to NY and the Rangers will have the biggest assortment of a-holes, malcontents and jerks in the league. If Roenick wasn't one of the guys who trashed the hotel room in Nagano, I'll dress up as Darcy Tucker at the next Islanders Fan Club annual meeting. Finally, I'll be very surprised if Clarke gets the boot. But I'd love Ed Snider to prove me wrong.
posted at 12:28 PM on April 29
I'm Canadian myself, so my first reaction is he's stirring some poo. But then there's Cherry. I'm curious what the SpoFi massive (Canuck and non-Canuck) thinks.