It's been a rough year so far for the Chicago Cubs. They've had so many injuries that the lineup resembles a AAA roster on many days. Although they have gotten a lot of bad paper off the books, there's still a few albatross contracts hanging around their neck; like outfielder Alfonso Soriano, who was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a left quadriceps strain today. The … [Read more...] about Cubs Place Alfonso Soriano on DL, Recall Tyler Colvin
Archives for May 2011
Atlanta Thrashers Sale Completed To Winnipeg Group
True North Sports Officially Buys Thrashers, Will Move Team To Winnipeg After two weeks of constant rumors and reports that a deal had been completed, the NHL, True North Sports, and Atlanta Spirit Group have announced that the sale of the Atlanta Thrashers is complete, and that True North Sports will move the team to Winnipeg for the 2011-12 season. The cost of … [Read more...] about Atlanta Thrashers Sale Completed To Winnipeg Group
Did Rockets do the Right Thing in Hiring Kevin McHale?
The Houston Rockets search for a new head coach has reached a surprising end as Kevin McHale agreed to take over the team on Friday, ending a month long process of looking for Rick Adelman’s successor. Team officials and the front office were very impressed with McHale, leading to his filling the vacancy, according to the Houston Chronicle. … [Read more...] about Did Rockets do the Right Thing in Hiring Kevin McHale?
Possible Destinations for Eagles QB Kevin Kolb
Kevin Kolb’s future is in limbo right now, his time with the Philadelphia Eagles only possibly extended by the ongoing lockout. Nothing is certain about whether or not he will remain with the team for the next season, but for now, under the terms of the lockout, the team is forbidden to trade him, despite the persistent rumors and the lingering possibility. … [Read more...] about Possible Destinations for Eagles QB Kevin Kolb
Phoenix Suns’ Future Hinges on Steve Nash
Like we are currently seeing in the NFL, the 2011 NBA off-season is up in the air with a lockout looming. Free agency could be delayed and completely restructured depending on the new agreement reached by the owners and players. Still, The Sports Bank continues to break down all thirty NBA teams to see what areas they need to address in the off-season. The Phoenix Suns do … [Read more...] about Phoenix Suns’ Future Hinges on Steve Nash
Is Kentucky’s Brandon Knight Really Worth 3rd Pick in NBA Draft?
It has been well publicized that the 2011 NBA Draft is bad; historically bad like Dana Carvey's movie Master of Disguise. And while Kentucky freshman point guard Brandon Knight had a great freshman season, it is hard to hard to believe that he is worthy of being the third overall pick by the Utah Jazz like many mock drafts are projecting. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about Is Kentucky’s Brandon Knight Really Worth 3rd Pick in NBA Draft?
Terrelle Pryor’s Sweet Ride, Chances He’ll Leave Ohio State
At least five sources close to college football and the NFL have told CBS’ Len Pasquarelli that the five Ohio State Buckeyes suspended for the first five games of the season are expected to at least reconsider their supplemental draft stock. It doesn't mean it's going to happen, but a lot more options are on the table. Everyone wants to talk about Terrelle Pryor, one of the … [Read more...] about Terrelle Pryor’s Sweet Ride, Chances He’ll Leave Ohio State
Jim Tressel’s Corruption, Malfeasance Luridly Detailed by SI
Jim Tressel's resignation, which most of the thinking college football world believes was a forced resignation, seemed to catch us off guard. We didn't think the Ohio State Buckeyes Coach would step down on Memorial Day, but that's because we didn't know a smoking gun of a Sports Illustrated article was about to be published. The sweater vest knew this was coming, and knew … [Read more...] about Jim Tressel’s Corruption, Malfeasance Luridly Detailed by SI