The Tigers had two things that is the recipe for success on most teams. They had a power-hitter that also hits for average in Miguel Cabrera and the team had an ace in Justin Verlander. So, what went wrong? Why did the team finish 81-81? Is Miguel Cabrera drinking an alcoholic beverage? These are all questions that need to be addressed. … [Read more...] about Offseason Grading: The Detroit Tigers
Butler’s Brad Stevens Suffers Eye Injury
Butler head coach Brad Stevens is resting at home after suffering what was described as corneal edema. Stevens left the court late in the first half of Butler’s home game with Loyola (Chicago) and was taken to the office of Dr. John Abrams, Butler’s team eye doctor. “Right now, I can’t see and my eye feels like it has a thousand scratches,” said Stevens from his home. “My … [Read more...] about Butler’s Brad Stevens Suffers Eye Injury
The Final Straw; Minnesota Needs to Show David Kahn the Door
Some people only get so many chances to prove that they're incompetent. Others get to prove they suck at their jobs daily. Minnesota Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations David Kahn appears to be in the latter. That trend needs to end now. For anyone who has discussed the Minnesota Timberwolves with me for more than two seconds over the past 20 months, you knew … [Read more...] about The Final Straw; Minnesota Needs to Show David Kahn the Door
Illini Stayin’ Alive for NCAA Tournament Berth
Well you can tell by the way they use their walk that...well, they haven't played themselves out of NCAA tournament contention yet. Was that all just an excuse to lead in with that smarmy photo of Disco John Travolta? Yes. Yes it was. But it still needs to be said that, after 29 games, the Illinois Fighting Illini men's college basketball team still is hanging around the … [Read more...] about Illini Stayin’ Alive for NCAA Tournament Berth
Illinois 81, Iowa 68: Rapid Reaction
It was a college basketball game that highlighted one of the main reoccurring themes of the Illinois Fighting Illini season. Every time they had a big lead, they just couldn't find a way to step on their opponents' throat. The "killer instinct," or "closing speed" just was not there. It seemed like every time they went up 15, the margin was back to five or less before you … [Read more...] about Illinois 81, Iowa 68: Rapid Reaction
Michael Beasley’s Struggles Continue
What is wrong with Michael Beasley? The Minnesota Timberwolves continue to struggle-- while falling short of already low expectations-- much of that can be attributed to the recent lackluster play of forward Michael Beasley. The once rejuvenated Beasley started the year making the league forget about his struggles dealing with the pressures of being the second pick in the … [Read more...] about Michael Beasley’s Struggles Continue
Detroit Pistons Facing an All Out Mutiny
Wisconsin isn't the only Upper Midwest state seeing an uprising right now. They're fighting the power in Michigan too. Except here the venue for rebellion is the NBA and the stakes are much lower. The Detroit Pistons right now are a shell of what they were last decade. They have terrible bloated contracts like Ben Gordon's all over the books, and things are getting so bad … [Read more...] about Detroit Pistons Facing an All Out Mutiny
Comparing NBA MVP Candidates to the 2011 Best Picture Nominees
The NBA season is over two thirds complete, so what better way to look at MVP candidates than to parallel them with my ranking of the Best Picture nominees for this Sunday’s Academy Awards. With my Minnesota Timberwolves playing as poorly as they have this season, I’ve been able to catch plenty of movies this winter. Lets get to it. (Note: All stats are through Thursday … [Read more...] about Comparing NBA MVP Candidates to the 2011 Best Picture Nominees
What’s That Important Stuff Going on in Wisconsin Right Now?
This is not a political website. It is a news site, but it is not hard core, extremely relevant to your life news site. I'm aware that our specialty is to focus on diversion, past times and entertainment. But what's going on in Madison, Wisconsin right now is SO BIG it transcends everything American, and it affects all the games we love. Collective bargaining may not be the … [Read more...] about What’s That Important Stuff Going on in Wisconsin Right Now?
Timberwolves, Kahn Miss the Boat at the NBA Trade Deadline
The NBA trade deadline came and went with the Minnesota Timberwolves only making a minor move to acquire Anthony Randolph from the New York Knicks. While it was a low-risk, high-reward move, it was a trade that I thought would open the flood gates. Jonny Flynn rumors flied around all day during Thursday’s deadline, yet the Wolves never pulled the trigger. While moving … [Read more...] about Timberwolves, Kahn Miss the Boat at the NBA Trade Deadline