By Paul M. Banks Now that Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago are over, and the cases have been made for the strengths and weaknesses of the league’s 11 teams in the “City of Broad Shoulders,” it’s time to sort the league’s macho men from the weaklings. And, of course these rankings are highly subject to change. Last year’s record (and when applicable, bowl appearance) … [Read more...] about Big Ten Power Rankings
Archives for July 2009
Mark Buerhle Breaks MLB Record- Retires 45 Straight!
By Paul M. Banks Mark Buerhle is not done yet. Following a perfect game last Thursday afternoon over the Tampa Bay Rays, supplementing his no-hitter he threw two years ago against Texas no less, Buerhle pitched a “perfect game” for the first 5 2/3 innings of his next start. In doing so, he broke a Major League Baseball record by retiring 45 straight batters. The old … [Read more...] about Mark Buerhle Breaks MLB Record- Retires 45 Straight!
Bobcats Losers in Swap of Big Men
By: David Kay In a move that seemingly came from nowhere, the Hornets and Bobcats have agreed to swap big men. Tyson Chandler will now call Charlotte home while Emeka Okafor will team up with CP3 in New Orleans. Why this makes sense for the New Orleans: Swapping Chandler for Okafor is a slight up-grade in terms of talent. Okafor is a little more well-rounded on the … [Read more...] about Bobcats Losers in Swap of Big Men
The Hunt For Ken’s Machtober: Domino Effect
By: Melissa S. Wollering The Milwaukee Brewers’ starting rotation, questionable from Day 1, incurs injuries and declines in quality start production. That triggers work overload for the bullpen as Bill Castro cracks a figurative whip on exhausted arms. The outfield starts running down long balls; the infield must save their pitcher’s derrière as he walks batters, throws wild … [Read more...] about The Hunt For Ken’s Machtober: Domino Effect
Jim Tressel: Ohio State’s Master of Michigan
By Paul M. Banks At Big Ten Media Day he discussed the rivalry with UM, the upcoming season in the Big Ten and much more. "The" Ohio State University Head football Coach Jim Tressel wears an article of clothing, a red sweater vest, so much that he’s often referred to as “the sweater vest.” Especially by ESPN's Jim Rome. Like Tom Landry and his fedora hat or Bill … [Read more...] about Jim Tressel: Ohio State’s Master of Michigan
The Immortally Quotable Joe Paterno
By Paul M. Banks If the Big Ten Football Media Day were Christmas, then talking to Penn State Head Coach Joe Paterno is like visiting Santa Claus at the local mall. Not only does JoePa have the most illustrious resume, {NCAA record holder in wins (383), bowl appearances (35) and bowl wins (23)} he’s also the most interesting and candid interview subject. The 82 year old … [Read more...] about The Immortally Quotable Joe Paterno
Cubs must equal Holliday trade with internal improvements
By Anthony Zilis The acquisition of Matt Holliday seems to make the St. Louis Cardinals the popular favorites in the National League Central. But after an extremely disappointing first half, where seemingly everything that could go wrong did go wrong for the Cubs, they find themselves in first place today, half a game ahead of St. Louis. And while it seems that Cubs … [Read more...] about Cubs must equal Holliday trade with internal improvements
NBA Power Rankings
By David Kay 1. Los Angeles Lakers Ron Artest knows he will a complementary player, right? I mean he has to, or else he wouldn't have signed with the Lakers, right? If Lamar Odom is brought back, this team could win 70 games. Seriously. 2. San Antonio Spurs The only thing preventing the Spurs from finishing behind the Lakers is their health. Love the Richard … [Read more...] about NBA Power Rankings