It’s still “early” in baseball terms, but Josh Hamilton and Matt Kemp have done nothing but put on shows. Their superb play has gotten more attention than Philip Humber’s perfect game. Hamilton and Kemp are going for the Triple Crown in their respective leagues. The Triple Crown is revered, by many, to be the greatest single-season accomplishment in all of baseball. … [Read more...] about Josh Hamilton and Matt Kemp Are Threats For The Triple Crown
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Cubs Trade Tyler Colvin to Colorado Rockies for Ian Stewart
Before leaving Dallas and the Winter Meetings on Thursday, Chicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein and General Manager Jed Hoyer did manage to make one move. No, it wasn't signing Albert Pujols or CJ Wilson (both of whom signed with the Angels), but instead it was a trade, acquiring third baseman Ian Stewart from the Colorado Rockies. They also acquired minor … [Read more...] about Cubs Trade Tyler Colvin to Colorado Rockies for Ian Stewart
Already? Stern, NBA Step in it by Nullifying Chris Paul Lakers Trade
On a sports day that had been dominated by news of Albert Pujols leaving the St. Louis Cardinals to head to Anaheim and the Angels, one could have reasonably expected a good night's rest and relaxation. Instead, sports writers had to put on the coffee and gear up for another huge story, because the New Orleans Hornets stunned the basketball world and dealt star point guard … [Read more...] about Already? Stern, NBA Step in it by Nullifying Chris Paul Lakers Trade
While Stl. Cardinals Fans Mourn, Did Albert Pujols Do Right Thing?
'Whenever older sports fans are goaded into talking about the good old days, certain things will inevitably come up in the conversation. Whether it be something along the lines of "players used to play for the competition and the love of the game, not the money," or "Dick Butkus killed a guy, and that's real football", these old school fans of the games we love have a certain … [Read more...] about While Stl. Cardinals Fans Mourn, Did Albert Pujols Do Right Thing?
The Return of Jake Peavy: Will It Last?
Jake Peavy is back, at least for a little while. The 2007 NL Cy-Young award-winner lasted six innings against the LA Angels Wednesday night, giving up seven hits and four runs while striking out four in his first start since detaching his latissimus dorsi muscle last July against the Angels. It's been a difficult road for Peavy, however. He's overcome multiple setbacks before … [Read more...] about The Return of Jake Peavy: Will It Last?