This sounds like a one sided deal...better for Oakland. I hope Cardinals GM John Mozeliak is doing what is better for the now and in the long run.
I know the Cardinals want to upgrade the offense but is dealing Wallace right move?
Friday, July 24, 2009
Report: Cards Set To Finalize Deal For Matt Holliday
I Just heard Tim Kurkjian report on ESPN Radio...The Cardinals are ready to finalize a trade with Oakland for outfielder Matt Holliday. Cardinals will send touted prospect Brett Wallace (3B), outfielder Shane Peterson and pitcher Clayton Mortensen.
This sounds like a one sided deal...better for Oakland. I hope Cardinals GM John Mozeliak is doing what is better for the now and in the long run.
This sounds like a one sided deal...better for Oakland. I hope Cardinals GM John Mozeliak is doing what is better for the now and in the long run.
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Hansbrough To Start NASCAR Race
According to Motrosports.com and other internet outlets Tyler Hansbrough, former Poplar Bluff star and current Indiana Pacer, will wave the green flag for next Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Indianapolis Motor speedway. The 13th overall pick in last month NBA draft will also serve as Grand Marshall.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Pujols To Catch Presidential First Pitch
The once-in-a-lifetime-season for Albert Pujols continues to improve... Now the Cardinals slugger is honored with the duty of catching the ceremonial first pitch tossed by President Barack Obama at Tuesday nights All-Star Game.
The eight-time All Star leads the majors with 32 home runs. Major League Baseball also announced Sunday in a news release that the six living St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Famers - Stan Musial, Bob Gibson, Lou Brock, Red Schoendienst, Bruce Sutter, and Ozzie Smith - will be on field for the pitch and to greet Obama
The eight-time All Star leads the majors with 32 home runs. Major League Baseball also announced Sunday in a news release that the six living St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Famers - Stan Musial, Bob Gibson, Lou Brock, Red Schoendienst, Bruce Sutter, and Ozzie Smith - will be on field for the pitch and to greet Obama
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Hansbrough Signs Contract With The Pacers
Two days into summer league play in Orlando, FL Tyler Hansbrough signs a multi year deal with the Indianapolis Pacers.
He was the the 13th overall pick in last months NBA draft which means he is slotted in the rookie salary scale to receive about $1.5 million this season and nearly $1.7 million next season, with a $1.8 million option for his third year.
Hansbrough has scored 40 points and grabbed nine rebounds in his first two summer league games for the Pacers.
You can watch summer league games for free at www.nba.com
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Tyler Hansbrough Playing Strong In Summer League
Need a Tyler Hansbroguh fix? He's playing for the Indiana Pacers summer league team and looking good after a couple of games. 40 points and 9 rebounds the past two games. You can watch the games webcast over the internet. The best part...It's FREE!The summer league has a local flavor...Former UT Martin guard Lester Hudson and former SIU guard Bryan Mullins are playing for the Boston Celtics summer team.
Looking at the box scores - Mullins is fighting for playing time. Hudson attemped a three at the buzzer in today's loss to Orlando. Would have been nice had he drined the bucket.
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Four Miners Voted To All-Star Team
This just in....MARION, Ill. – Four Southern Illinois Miners have been voted to represent the Miners in the 2009 Frontier League All-Star Game. Tony Roth has been named the starting shortstop. He will be joined by first baseman Brad Miller and pitchers Ryan Bird and Chris Wiman.
“I know I speak for our entire coaching staff in saying how happy we are and proud to have Ryan, Brad, Chris and Tony represent us in the all-star game,” Miners Manager Mike Pinto said. “They are all very deserving and I am sure this will be an experience that they will remember the rest of their lives.”
Tony Roth was an all-star second baseman last season for the Miners. He and former Miner Mike Scanzano are the only two-time all-stars in team history. Bird, Miller and Wiman will all be making their first appearance as Frontier League All-Stars.
The 17th Annual Frontier League All-Star Game will be played at Road Ranger Stadium, home of the Rockford RiverHawks, on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 7:05 p.m.
The all-star teams were voted by the Frontier League managers, coaches, radio broadcasters and local media members. Three more players will be added to each all-star team by the all-star manager on Thursday, July 9. The managers for each division’s all-star squad will be the manager of the team with the best record following July 8’s games.
For the latest news and information about events at Rent One Park and the Southern Illinois Miners, visit www.southernillinoisminers.com.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
McNair's Death Hits UT Martin Football Team
UT MARTIN FOOTBALL TEAM MOURNS DEATH OF FORMER NFL QUARTERBACKMARTIN, Tenn. –
The University of Tennessee at Martin Skyhawk football team was saddened to learn about the death of former NFL quarterback Steve McNair on the Fourth of July.
“It’s horrible,” said Jason Simpson, the Skyhawks’ fourth-year head coach. McNair’s nephew and cousin, Jason and Julius McNair both play for Simpson. Both players were redshirted last season, but will be utilized this season.
“I will call Jason (McNair) tomorrow to check on him,” Simpson said late Saturday night. “I want to give him some time with his family.” The coach said both McNairs were scheduled to come to campus next weekend for voluntary workouts.
Simpson and the Skyhawks had a chance to meet Steve McNair this past August when he came to campus to visit Jason McNair. (Steve) McNair shared a few words of wisdom with the team about what to focus on as they worked through preseason camp, both on and off the field.
He shared personal stories from his college and NFL days about how he wanted to give up, but had to fight through the pain and injuries in order to be successful. "It is the work you put in now that determines if you are ready to make that final play in the fourth quarter when it counts," said (Steve) McNair.
Steve McNair, 36, played 13 years in the NFL, including 11 with the Tennessee Titans. Injuries forced him to retire in April 2008. He recently opened a restaurant called Gridiron9 near Tennessee State University in Nashville. McNair was a three-time Pro Bowl selection, and he was named co-MVP of the league in 2003. In 161 games (153 starts), McNair threw for 31,304 yards on 2,733- of-4,544 passing, with 174 touchdowns. He also ran for 3,590 career yards and 37 TDs.
UT Martin senior linebacker Brent Acker remembers Steve McNair’s visit. “He encouraged us to be the best we can be when we are on the field. Then he told us to do the right things on and off the field,” Acker said.
Steve McNair Dead At 36
Shocking news...Former Tennessee Titans and Baltimore Ravens QB Steve McNair is found dead today in Nashville, TN...He was 36...A year younger than me.
Even though he would torch the Bengals most of the time the two played, I was always a fan of him. I though he played the game the right way...Tough and smart. Sad day.
Even though he would torch the Bengals most of the time the two played, I was always a fan of him. I though he played the game the right way...Tough and smart. Sad day.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Former NFL MVP Steve McNair has been
shot and killed.
Titans owner Bud Adams confirmed the quarterback's death in a
brief statement released Saturday.
Adams called him "one of the finest players to play for our
organization and one of the most beloved players by our fans. He
played with unquestioned heart and leadership and led us to places
that we had never reached, including our only Super Bowl."
McNair led the Titans within a yard of forcing overtime in the
2000 Super Bowl.
(Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
shot and killed.
Titans owner Bud Adams confirmed the quarterback's death in a
brief statement released Saturday.
Adams called him "one of the finest players to play for our
organization and one of the most beloved players by our fans. He
played with unquestioned heart and leadership and led us to places
that we had never reached, including our only Super Bowl."
McNair led the Titans within a yard of forcing overtime in the
2000 Super Bowl.
(Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
Friday, July 3, 2009
UTM Football - Receiving National Attention
Ok...another noteworthy news nugget a day late...Sorry! I've had a lot of e-mails and press releases to get through since coming back from vacation.
This great news...UT Martin football receiving national recognition. good to see the program continuing to improve. Not long ago (like SIU Carbondale) they were the doormat of 1-AA Football.
This great news...UT Martin football receiving national recognition. good to see the program continuing to improve. Not long ago (like SIU Carbondale) they were the doormat of 1-AA Football.
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MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin Skyhawk football team was ranked among the top 20 in the nation in two preseason football publications. Athlon
Sports 2009 Preview has the Skyhawks picked 20th in the Football Championship Subdivision, while The Kickoff College Football 2009 Preview ranked the Skyhawks No. 17 in the nation.
Athlon calls the Skyhawks the 2008 surprise team in the OVC and “they won’t sneak up on anybody in 2009. Quarterback Cade Thompson directs a veteran offense.”
The Sporting News College Football Preview does not have the Skyhawks ranked among the Top 25 teams in its preseason poll, but has the Skyhawks tabbed second in the Ohio Valley Conference behind Jacksonville State. The magazine has Jacksonville State picked 24th in the nation, while defending FCS National Champion Richmond is the preseason No. 1 selection. Appalachian State is No. 2, while Villanova is picked third.
The Skyhawks return eight offensive starters including Thompson and wide receiver Mike Hicks. Both players earned All-OVC honors in 2008.
Thompson completed 190-of-329 passes for 2, 680 yards and 24 touchdowns. He completed 57.8 percent of his attempts and averaged 233 yards of passing per game. His passing efficiency was the 25th best in the nation.
Hicks led the Skyhawks with 66 catches for 894 yards and 12 touchdowns. He averaged 13.5 yards per catch and was ranked among the top 40 in the nation in receptions per game and receiving yards per game.
The Skyhawks open their 2009 season Thursday, Sept. 3 when they host Iowa Wesleyan at Hardy M. Graham Stadium on campus. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m.
Sports 2009 Preview has the Skyhawks picked 20th in the Football Championship Subdivision, while The Kickoff College Football 2009 Preview ranked the Skyhawks No. 17 in the nation.
Athlon calls the Skyhawks the 2008 surprise team in the OVC and “they won’t sneak up on anybody in 2009. Quarterback Cade Thompson directs a veteran offense.”
The Sporting News College Football Preview does not have the Skyhawks ranked among the Top 25 teams in its preseason poll, but has the Skyhawks tabbed second in the Ohio Valley Conference behind Jacksonville State. The magazine has Jacksonville State picked 24th in the nation, while defending FCS National Champion Richmond is the preseason No. 1 selection. Appalachian State is No. 2, while Villanova is picked third.
The Skyhawks return eight offensive starters including Thompson and wide receiver Mike Hicks. Both players earned All-OVC honors in 2008.
Thompson completed 190-of-329 passes for 2, 680 yards and 24 touchdowns. He completed 57.8 percent of his attempts and averaged 233 yards of passing per game. His passing efficiency was the 25th best in the nation.
Hicks led the Skyhawks with 66 catches for 894 yards and 12 touchdowns. He averaged 13.5 yards per catch and was ranked among the top 40 in the nation in receptions per game and receiving yards per game.
The Skyhawks open their 2009 season Thursday, Sept. 3 when they host Iowa Wesleyan at Hardy M. Graham Stadium on campus. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m.
Pinto Wins 200th Career Game
I know this is a couple of days old...But wanted to get in on the blog. Kudos to Southern Illinois Miners manager Mike Pinto--- --- --- --- --- ---
CRESTWOOD, Ill. - Southern Illinois Miners Manager Mike Pinto recorded his 200th career victory Wednesday night with a 13-5 win over the Windy City ThunderBolts. Since joining the Miners prior to the inaugural 2007 season, Pinto has led the franchise to a 131-103 record, with a winning percentage of .560.
Pinto began his professional managerial career as the skipper for the Sioux Falls Canaries in 2005. He spent two seasons with Sioux Falls before being named manager of the Miners. Entering this season, Pinto
ranked ninth in Frontier League history in career winning percentage.
His 58 regular season wins in 2008 tied him for sixth most in a single Frontier League season.
"Mike has been great for us on and off the field," Miners General Manager Tim Arseneau said. Everyone here is excited for him to reach this milestone, and we look forward to seeing him reach more milestones with Southern Illinois. He's done a phenomenal job building this team from scratch into a contender.
Pinto began his professional managerial career as the skipper for the Sioux Falls Canaries in 2005. He spent two seasons with Sioux Falls before being named manager of the Miners. Entering this season, Pinto
ranked ninth in Frontier League history in career winning percentage.
His 58 regular season wins in 2008 tied him for sixth most in a single Frontier League season.
"Mike has been great for us on and off the field," Miners General Manager Tim Arseneau said. Everyone here is excited for him to reach this milestone, and we look forward to seeing him reach more milestones with Southern Illinois. He's done a phenomenal job building this team from scratch into a contender.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Ready To Roll
Ahh...Back from vacation and looking forward to the next couple of weeks (AJGA & MLB All-Star Game). After a long spring covering basketball and baseball (high school & college) I needed a break. My battery is recharged and I'm ready to roll!
Day two of the AJGA Rolex Tournament of Champions got underway earlier this morning. Defending girls Champ Ani Gulugian is four strokes off the lead at -4.
Poplar Bluff's Trent Hillis begins his second round today at 1:48. He has some tough work ahead...He's eleven shots off the lead at +6.
Watching this tournament is very humbling...especialy if you think of yourself as a "golfer". I do not think of myself as a golfer (unless you are talking about Tiger Woods on the Playstation) but covering a golf tournament is always enjoyable.
Dalhouise is no easy course and you'll see these kids make tough shots look easy...almost effortless.
It's a quality event and great for the area. I hope you get a chance to walk the course and watch some of golf's future stars. Who knows...the next Tiger or Annika may be prowling Dalhousie.
More info on the AJGA Rolex Tournament Of Champions:
Day two of the AJGA Rolex Tournament of Champions got underway earlier this morning. Defending girls Champ Ani Gulugian is four strokes off the lead at -4.
Poplar Bluff's Trent Hillis begins his second round today at 1:48. He has some tough work ahead...He's eleven shots off the lead at +6.
Watching this tournament is very humbling...especialy if you think of yourself as a "golfer". I do not think of myself as a golfer (unless you are talking about Tiger Woods on the Playstation) but covering a golf tournament is always enjoyable.
Dalhouise is no easy course and you'll see these kids make tough shots look easy...almost effortless.
It's a quality event and great for the area. I hope you get a chance to walk the course and watch some of golf's future stars. Who knows...the next Tiger or Annika may be prowling Dalhousie.
More info on the AJGA Rolex Tournament Of Champions:
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