The Mitchell Report 2

Former MLB star Kevin Mitchell killed his girlfriend's cat by cutting it's head off with a knife.

Mitchell Report!

Brady Anderson, Manny Alexander, Rick Ankiel, Jeff Bagwell, Barry Bonds, Aaron Boone, Rafaeil Bettancourt, Bret Boone, Milton Bradley, David Bell, Dante Bichette, Albert Belle, Paul Byrd, Wil Cordero, Ken Caminiti, Mike Cameron, Ramon Castro, Jose and Ozzie Canseco, Roger Clemens, Paxton Crawford, Wilson Delgado, Lenny Dykstra, Johnny Damon, Carl Everett, Kyle Farnsoworth, Ryan Franklin, Troy Glaus, Rich Garces, Jason Grimsley, Troy Glaus, Juan Gonzalez, Eric Gagne, Nomar Garciaparra, Jason Giambi, Jeremy Giambi, Jose Guillen, Jay Gibbons, Juan Gonzalez, Clay Hensley, Jerry Hairston, Felix Heredia, Jr., Darren Holmes, Wally Joyner, Darryl Kile, Matt Lawton, Raul Mondesi, Mark McGwire, Guillermo Mota, Robert Machado, Damian Moss, Abraham Nunez, Trot Nixon, Jose Offerman, Andy Pettitte, Mark Prior, Neifi Perez, Rafael Palmiero, Albert Pujols, Brian Roberts, Juan Rincon, John Rocker, Pudge Rodriguez, Sammy Sosa, Scott Schoenweiis, David Segui, Alex Sanchez, Gary Sheffield, Miguel Tejada, Julian Tavarez,Fernando Tatis, Maurice Vaughn, Jason Varitek, Ismael Valdez, Matt Williams and Kerry Wood

All I Want For X-Mas Is This To Be One Of His Last Quotes

"The gritty plays, the nasty plays that you needed, the fight that you needed, the heart that you needed, just the will that you needed to have out on the floor to be thirsty enough to win a game, that thirst wasn't there for us tonight."

If that doesn't say it all, I don't know what does. Somebody's gotta end this.

Karma's A Biatch

Now your gonna be kept in a cage, fed sparingly and will have to fight for your life everyday. Good luck in your game against the guards.

Week 14 Picks

Panthers at Jaguars (-10.5)

Cowboys (-11) at Lions

Dolphins at Bills (-7)

Giants at Eagles (-2.5)

Raiders at Packers (-10.5)

Steelers at Patriots (-10.5)

Chargers (-1) at Titans

Rams at Bengals (-9)

Tampa Bay (-3) at Texans

Cardinals at Seahawks (-7)

Vikings (-8.5) at Niners

Browns (-3.5) at Jets

Chiefs at Broncos (-6.5)

Colts (-9) at Ravens

Saints (-3.5) at Falcons

Big Day In Nashville

It didn't take long for the first blockbuster to occur, as the Tigers came out of nowhere to land Miggy Cabrera and the D-Train on Day 2 of the Winter Meetings. The Tigers add to their loaded lineup and now have a front three of Bonderman, Verlander and Dontrelle. The other teams in the AL Central better hope the devil cashes in on the deal he made with Kenny Rogers in the '06 playoffs because that may be the only thing that stops this team. Dave Dombrowski is good at what he does.

As for the Marlins, Maybin and Miller should turn into good players but by the time they do, the team will be getting ready to unload Hanley Ramirez because they won't be able to pay him.

And I love the potential domino effect of the trade. The Angels felt confident they would land Miggy. Now they're left standing there with their thundersticks in their hand. Maybe they use the chips they were gonna use for Miggy to get Johan Santana. Nick Adenhart, Ervin Santana and Howie Kendrick may get it done, with maybe Willits having to be in there too.

I wasn't really sure the Sawx were really in on Johan. The Yanks offer was better than theirs anyway and the Twins didn't want that one. But if the Tigers lineup is gonna be that deep, you need an unreal rotation to pitch to it. So the Sawx may just go for him. The Yanks are never out of it but they are smart enough not to cave and throw in Kennedy. Gotta think down the road and Hughes and Kennedy gone, leaves the Yanks with 3 starters for '09. That's when you start signing bad free agents. If the Angels get aggressive, they can make the best offer. If not, he may be staying in Minnesota and end up being the object of the biggest bidding war in history next offseason. And we all know who's gonna win that one.....

Baseball In Washington Just Got More Fun

In the last 4 days, the Nats have added Lastings Milledge and Elijah Dukes to their roster. they need a third outfielder and both Jose Guillen & Milton Bradley are available. This is potentially the worlds craziest outfield.

That's Just A HUGE Comeback by the New York Football Giants

Big win for Big Blue.

Woohoo!

Week 13 Picks--Go Gmen

Yeah I know, I am missing picks, games, slow to post, etc. Shit happens. Here's this weeks pics.

Falcons at rams (-3)

Bills at redskins (-5.5)

Lions at Vikings (-4)

Texans at titans (-3.5)

Jaguars at colts (-6.5)

Jets at dolphins (-1)

Chargers (-5.5) at chiefs

Seahawks at eagles (-3)

Niners at panthers (-3)

Bucs at saints (-3)

Browns at cardinals (-1)

Broncos (-3.5) at raiders

Gmen (-1.5) at bears

Bengals at steelers (-7)

Patriots (-20) at ravens

Stop the Presses!

Omar Minaya just traded for 2 white ballplayers. Yes, I am serious.

I'll Take This Guys Team Tonight

Thoughts on Johan Santana/Phil Hughes

There are a few things to consider when talking about Johan Santana being traded to the Yankees. The structure of a potential deal between the Twins and Yankees would have Phil Hughes, Melky Cabrera, and Austin Jackson going to Minnesota for Johan.

First, let's be honest here. Johan is the most dominant regular season pitcher in the league since Pedro still had his shoulder attached. This guy just does not lose. He's also pitched well in the playoffs. Can he go up against Beckett in a big postseason game and come out on top? Absolutely. He is one of the more dominant pitchers in recent years and can be counted on 35 times per season and in October. He is also a lefty in Yankee stadium. Not a bad combo.

Phil Hughes has been the gem of the Yankees system since the minute he arrived. He has been looked after by every member of the organization before he joined the rotation in May. When he went down with a hamstring injury you have to wonder whether some front office people were okay with it because he would be able to rest his arm for a few months. Before Joba surfaces Hughes was the darling of the system. Which of them has shown he can start games for the Yankees? Hughes. Which one is deemed untouchable? Joba. Why this is the case I still have not seen.

Melky Cabrera has solidified his place as the starting CF for the Yankees. He too is a product of the Yankees system although not touted as highly as the pitchers. Cabrera has an above average arm with decent range. At the plate he is becoming more selective but still takes his hacks as many youngsters do. He does not hit for much power and is a solid back of the order hitter. Will he ever hit like Bernie? Probably not. Can he be a serviceable CF in the league for the next 10 years? Absolutely.

Now for Austin Jackson. Who? Jackson is a 20 year old OF in the Yankees system who is behind Jose Tabata in potential but probably closer to playing for the Yankees due to his age and experience. He is a highly touted prospect who projects as a starting outfielder by 2009 or 2010. He is a bit like Alfonso Soriano, if you ask me.

So the question is this: Do you make this deal if you are the Yankees? The answer may surprise you. First lets address the fact that the Yankees should not trade Melky and Austin together in this deal. If you include Melky you need to keep your top OF prospect and try and give up something else instead. No to Hughes. Look, I love this kid as much as any Yankees fan. He has the makeup to be successful and the stuff to get guys out. He has the ability to be a very good major league player. Will he be as good as Johan Santana? If I had to guess I'd say no. If the Yankees have the chance to get Johan Santana and have to give up Hughes and Melky and someone to do so, I think they have to make the deal. You cannot hold onto a prospect because he projects to be great. In this case I think you have to go with the guy who has a 70% winning percentage, a 3.22 career ERA (in the AL), and strikes out over 200 guys a season. Then I think they sign Andruw Jones to a one year deal. Although Boras and the Yankees might not be on good terms right now (thank god).

Should be an interesting few weeks. For what it's worth I think the Mets will overpay for Johan.

Cooperstown Riot?

I'm setting the over at 137 for fights between Yankee and Red Sox fans in Cooperstown if Goose and Rice go into the Hall together next year. Rock Raines is the wild card here. 2600 hits, 1500 runs and 800 steals. Is he a first ballot HOF? No way all three get in. I think they should put Goose and Rice in. And then put Rock in 2009 when Rickey is on the ballot. Very cool for the best AL & NL base stealers of the 80's to go in together.

I know we're not a religious bunch but say a prayer for Sean.

Week 12 Picks and Recap

It seems my prognosticating has taken a dive. I'd prefer that occurs in the second half as opposed to the Giants taking a dive, frankly. I've allowed Eric from That's What He Said back in this year long challenge. I am now 74-83-2 on the season and need a big week.

Broncos at Bears (-2)
Titans (-1) at Bengals
Bills at Jaguars (-7.5)
Raiders at Chiefs (-5)
Texans at Browns (-3.5)
Seahawks (-3) at Rams
Vikings at Giants (-7.5)
Saints (-3) at Panthers
Redskins at Bucs (-3)
Niners at Cardinals (-10)
Ravens at Bolts (-9)
Eagles at Patriots (-22.5)
Dolphins at Steelers (-16)

Live Blog--Bravo Tony Dungy

The Giants should be winning 28-10 right now if they hadn't stopped themselves in the first half. Now it is 16-10 and Kiwanuka has a broken leg, and Jacobs has a bum hammy. And there's been a Sinorice Moss sighting. No, I swear.

The Colts are about to finish off a 13-10 victory against KC. With 2 minutes left the Colts had 4th and 1 from the KC 3 yard line. Instead of kicking the field goal and allowing the Chiefs to get the ball back, Peyton ran a QB sneak to get the 1st down. KC had no time outs left and watched Manning kneel 3 times. Vinatieri then won the game with a FG with :03 left. Would your coach have made that call?

Eli just got sacked on 3rd down. Lions ball down 6 with 2:25 from their 32 yard line. Arghhhhh

Do you think the Texans missed Andre Johnson?

Who would you vote for MVP between Brady and Favre?

Who will be the head coach of the Bengals next week? If you tell me Marvin Lewis, I ask you: Why?

From a strictly selfish fantasy football perspective, can someone on the Falcons get in the end zone. Please?

James Butler!!!!!! Interception of Kitna in the end zone with 1:54 left!!!!!!!!!! Cmon Eli get a W.

We can probably ask this question a few times per year for the next decade, but who would you rather have between Eli and Rivers?

My preseason picks included the Rams and Saints winning their divisions. Nobody's perfect

Why do either Daryl Johnston or Troy Aikman do every single Giants game? Is it possible to get a non-biased perspective from a fucking Cowboy on a Sunday? Ever?

John Kitna just got annihilated. Sam Madison picks it off and the Gmen will come back from Detroit with a HUGE victory to go 7-3. I will now stop screaming at the television until next week.

Week 11 Picks and Recap

Losing sucks. Losing to your good friend sucks more. If you learn from your mistakes losing should turn into winning real quick. I feel lucky to have gone 5-9 in my week 10 picks as I thought I was shutout while watching the games. Eric, from Thats What HE Said went 8-6. The Rams won too, so it must have been a full moon. Above you see the Bears starting QB. No, really he is. For now.

On to the Picks from Week 11.

CHARGERS AT JAGUARS (-3)

KC AT INDY (-14.5)

OAKLAND AT VIKINGS (-4.5)

CLEVELAND (-2.5) AT BALTIMORE

PITTSBURGH (-9.5) AT JETS

TAMPA BAY (-3) AT ATLANTA

CARDINALS AT BENGALS (-3)

MIAMI AT PHILLY (-9.5)

REDSKINS AT COWBOYS (-11)

SAINTS AT TEXANS (-1.5)

CAROLINA AT PACKERS (-9.5)

GIANTS (-2.5) AT LIONS

RAMS (-3) AT NINERS

BEARS AT SEAHAWKS (-5.5)

PATRIOTS (-16) AT BILLS

TITANS AT BRONCOS (-2)

Now He's One Of Us

Like it or not, now he's one of us. The second the ink dries on the contract, The 3B is officially a Yankee. He doesn't become the guy who passed through here for 4 bizarre seasons. He's here for the next ten, his prime and who knows what we're going to see? We're gonna see some amazing things and also probably continue to be frustrated and perplexed.

No need to beat a dead horse. We all know what he's done and what he hasn't done and when he's done it and hasn't done it. This latest debacle was classic A-Rod, way more complicated and selfish than it needs to be. The term "True Yankee" is thrown around a lot but all we want to see is guys who play the game hard and keep their mouth shut. That's what earns respect. Of course bringing home a championship doesn't hurt.

Obviously it's not all his fault we haven't won. Starting pitching and a bad bullpen have been problems for a few years. With the kids we have, the new ballpark, we're launching a new era, Hopefully another dynasty. A bizarro dynasty where Jorge, Mo, Jetes (and hopefully #46) are the elder statesmen. We can see Cano, Melky, the pitchers and maybe Tabata emerge as the new core. And in the middle of it all, a guy who may set records for HR's, Hits and RBI's. Too bad he's such a douche bag.

He'll never be completely embraced. He'll always do things to piss people off. He's eternally 1977 Reggie. But with the next 10 years here, he's going to be remembered as a Yankee. He goes into the Hall as a Yankee. He's gonna be the guy setting records in the new ballpark (The Corporate Jabroni Dome). And hopefully, he's part of a few championships as a Yankee. Bottom line is, he's ours and we gotta deal with it. The gift and the curse.

The 3B Wants Back In--Official statement from Alex Rodriguez

Official statement from Alex Rodriguez
received: Nov 14, 2007 at 03:48 PM

11/14/2007 3:27 PM ET
After spending time with Cynthia and my family over these last few weeks, it became clear to me that I needed to make an attempt to engage the Yankees regarding my future with the organization.

Prior to entering into serious negotiations with other clubs, I wanted the opportunity to share my thoughts directly with Yankees' ownership. We know there are other opportunities for us, but Cynthia and I have a foundation with the club that has brought us comfort, stability and happiness.

As a result, I reached out to the Yankees through mutual friends and conveyed that message. I also understand that I had to respond to certain Yankees concerns, and I was receptive and understanding of that situation.

Cynthia and I have since spoken directly with the Steinbrenner family. During these healthy discussions, both sides were able to share honest feelings and hopes with one another, and we expect to continue this dialogue with the Yankees over the next few days.

Week 10 NFL Picks

BRONCOS AT CHIEFS (-3)
BILLS (-2.5) AT MIAMI
BROWNS AT PITT (-10)
RAMS AT SAINTS (-10.5)
TITANS (-1.5) AT JAX
ATLANTA AT CAROLINA (-4)
PHILLY AT WASH (-2.5)
VIKES AT PACKERS (-6)
BENGALS AT RAVENS (-3.5)
BEARS (-3.5) AT OAKLAND
DALLAS (-1.5) AT NYG
DETROIT AT AZ (-1.5)
INDY (-3.5) AT SD
NINERS AT SEAHAWKS (-10)

Week 9 NFL Picks--Recap

Just like the Bears, Eric from That's What HE Said is spiraling downhill. And fast. I have a bad week and go 7-6 and STILL manage to win. If I keep this up I may be asked NOT to be in the Wedding Party next summer. At least he gets to see Torre and Mattingly. Come to think of it, I wonder if the Dodgers have a home game the weekend of his wedding....

Between Donnie Baseball, Commerce Casino, and the Wedding this could be quite the trip.

This Week: 7-6
Overall: 62-65-2
Lock of the Week 3-6 (.5 game behind the Bears)

Week 9 NFL Picks

Whew. Anderson almost beat us but we managed to tie him last week. He sees this as a moral victory I am sure. To us, it feels like a loss. We were 6-7 last week. It can only get better this week.

Tampa -3.5 Ariz

Tenn - 4.5 Carolina

Buff - 2.5 Cinn

Det - 3.5 Den

KC - 2.5 G Bay

New O - 3.5 Jacks

Minn + 7 San D

Atl - 3.5 SF

Jets + 3.5 Wash

Cleve - 0.5 Sea

Oak - 3.5 Houst

Indy + 5.5 New E

Phila + 3.5 Dallas

Pitts - 9 Balt

Last Week: 6-7
Season Totals: 55-59-2
Lock of The Week: KC

Soon to Be Mom and Dad

Congrats to Seth and Kristina on the announcement they are having a baby. Now THAT is how you come through in October. In 2026 their child will be eligible to be drafted by the Yankees. Just saying....

Later Bitch

Will Miguel Cabrera and the Marlins Please Pick up the White Courtesy Phone

It's Brian Cashman on the line. Yes, you can have whoever you want.

Week 8 NFL Picks

St.L +2.5 Cleve

Chic - 4.5 Det

Carolina + 7 Indy

Mia + 9.5 NYG

Tenn - 6.5 Oak

Minn + 0.5 Phila

Cinn + 2.5 Pitts

NYJ - 2.5 Buff

San D - 11.5 Houst

Tampa +3.5 Jacks

SF + 2.5 New O

New E - 16.5 Wash

Denver - 2.5 GB

Lock of the Week: Tampa Bay
Season Stats: 49-52-2

NFL Week 7 Recap

The fat lady may be singing early in this "battle" with Eric from That's What HE Said. He was better off when his fiancee picked for him. Last week we went 9-5 which is respectable and should get us back on the right track and above .500 this week. I'm pleased that the $10,000 wager with Eric was placed on these picks. Let's hope my wedding invite does not get lost in the mail.

Last Week: 8-6
Season Totals: 49-52-2
Lock of the Week: 3-4

No Contest

You might as well stop the interview process now. Donnie Baseball will be the Yankees manager next season and beyond (hopefully). The other candidates can pack it in.

When he says "I want this job," he will not be told no.

Week 7 NFL Picks and Week 6 Recap

The question is now who will clinch first, the Johnny Wishbone blog or the Patriots? Vegas lines are being set as we speak. Maybe if Eric from That's What HE Said pitched versus the Yankees they'd still be playing baseball too. After a 6-5-2 week last week we eked out a W, again. Here are this weeks picks:

Cards at Redskins (-9)

Falcons at Saints (-8)

Ravens (-3) at Bills

Vikings at Cowboys (-9.5)

Patriots (-16.5) at Miami

Niners at Giants (-9)

Tampa Bay at Lions (-2)

Titans (-1) at Texans

Chiefs at Raiders (-3)

Jets at Bengals (-6)

Bears at Eagles (-5)

Rams at Seahawks (-8)

Steelers (-3.5) at Broncos

Colts (-3) at Jaguars

Lock of the Week: Bengals

Week 6 Picks: 6-5-2
Season Totals: 41-46-2
Lock of the Week: 2-4

Kiss The Ring(s)

I've really had enough of this Joe Torre fired/rehired thing. It's absolutely ridiculous. George needs to show Don Torre some respect and quick.

Week 6 NFL Picks...I'm Pooped

This will be short and sweet.

BENGALS (-3) AT CHIEFS

TEXANS AT JAX (-6.5)

MIAMI AT CLEVELAND (-4.5)

VIKINGS AT BEARS (-5)

EAGLES (-3.5) AT JETS

RAMS AT RAVENS (-9.5)

TITANS AT TAMPA BAY (-3)

WASHINGTON AT GREEN BAY (-3)

CAROLINA AT AZ (-4.5)

PATRIOTS (-5.5) AT COWBOYS

OAKLAND AT SAN DIEGO (-9.5)

SAINTS AT SEAHAWKS (-6.5)

GIANTS (-3.5) AT FALCONS

Lock of the week: Giants

Week 5 NFL Picks Recap

Buongiornio! Looks like Eric finally beat me in Pick 'em and I have to take my hats off to him, all the way from Rome, Italy. His Bears even won despite having a QB who looks to be having wayyyy too much fun in the picture above (Sexy Rexy is on the right).

I was 5-9 last week but at least the Gmen came through. I'm shocked they have actually learned to play Defense. Now if only the O could be more consistent they may be on to something. Week 6 picks will be made tomorrow when I arrive back in the states.

Week 5 Picks: 5-9

Season Total 35-41

Lock of the Week: 1-4

Week 5 NFL Picks

Thanks to Eric from That's What He Said I look like a great prognosticator. I mean this guy gets 2 games right a week and I am below .500 for the season. I am 10 games ahead though. I am afraid he will turn in around this weekend as his Fiancee Shelly takes the reigns from him. It can't get any worse, can it? Oh right, he's a Cubs fan.

This will be my first Sunday without football in a very long time as my wife and I will be in Italy for a week. Sunday will also be the first Yankees playoff game I've ever missed. She's worth it.

Here are the picks:

HOME AWAY

St.L +3.5 Ariz

Tenn - 8.5 Atl

New O - 3.5 Carolina

Wash - 3.5 Det

KC + 2.5 Jax

Houst - 5.5 Mia

NYG - 3.5 JETS

Pitts - 6.5 Sea

Indy - 10.5 Tampa

SF + 3.5 Balt

Den - 1.5 San D

Buff + 10.5 Dall

GB - 3.5 Chic

NE - 13.5 Cleve

Lock of The Week: Saints
Last Week: 8-6
Season Stats: 30-32

Pinella Should Have Listened to Me.

Come on Lou. Haven't you been reading Johnny Wishbone all season long? Win today's game, remember? If you had you would have left Zambrano in the game last night. How can you pull this guy in a tie game in the 6th inning. He is your best PLAYER. You have done a good job of saving him for a game that may not even be played. You know better than that Lou.

Chase Utley struck out 4 times yesterday. On 13 pitches. Think about how hard that is. The Phils will need to score 6 runs per game to win this series. Can I change my prediction here?

Beckett was filthy. Crap.

Is it 6:30PM EST Yet?

MLB Division Series Picks

Win today's game. This mantra seems to have done the Yankees well over the course of the long season. After all, who would have thought back in May that the Yankees would be preparing for their first round series in Cleveland tomorrow while the Mets are practicing their handshakes for next season.

That being said here are my picks for the Division Series. Most of which I will not be able to watch as my wife and I will be in Italy (deep breath). Good thing she has an international blackberry.

Yankees over Indians in 3

Boston over Angels in 4

Cubs over Dbax in 4

Phillies over Rockies in 5

Week 4 NFL Picks--Recap

Man, this is too easy. I wish that Eric from That's What HE Said and I had bet big money on this weekly challenge we have going. I own him like the Giants D owned McNappy on Sunday night.

I went 8-6 on my picks this week. An improvement, yes. But not great. I lost my lock of the week once again (thanks Jets). But Eric went 2-12!!!!! That is not a misprint. Needless to say his blog has been curiously quiet since Sunday.

Season stats 30-32
Lock of the Week 3-1

Week 4 NFL Picks

Cleve + 4.5 Balt

Det + 2.5 Chic

Minn + 0.5 GB

Atl + 2.5 Houst

Buff + 3.5 Jets

Mia - 4.5 Oak

Dall - 12.5 St.L

Carolina - 0.5 Tampa

SF - 1.5 Seattle

Indy - 10.5 Den

San D - 14.5 KC

Ariz + 4.5 Pitts

NYG + 2.5 Philly
Cinn + 7.5 New E

Lock of the Week: Jets
Last Week: 6-10
Season: 22-26

Thoughts on the 3B

I have a feeling that the Yankees will soon announce the extension of a contract for their 3B. What's his name again...

Something tells me that Boras and Cashman have been in talks, and that the Cubs story the other day was leaked by Boras himself so that the Yankees will up their ante, so to speak. I think that 8 years for about $230-250 million sounds about right.

Would the Yankees sign him before the playoffs start? Interesting...

Step 1- Complete

Who would have thunk it? They didn't have enough pitching. Too old, people said. Mo was losing his touch. Joe could no longer manage. Cashman no longer could put together a team.

Now fast forward 4 short months and the Yankees are 1 of 8 teams who will determine the 2007 World Series Champion. Wow.

Not that the people here at Johnny Wishbone didn't believe we could do it. Let's look back to a July 13th post, shall we?

Here's to the 2007 Yankees and to tasting champagne 3 more times in the next 30 days.

Week 3 NFL Picks--Recap

Man I was awful this week finishing at 6-10. The one promising thing is that Eric, from That's What HE Said is much worse than I. It's like winning the wild card. You aren't good enough, or bad enough.

I am also 1-2 on my locks of the week as Oakland didn't cover, and I am 22-25 for the season. I think the Yankees were 22-25 early on and see where they are now? Shhhhhhh....

Oh and the photo above is for the last week of the Regular Season. I can't seem to place the name with the face though....

This is How You Wrap up When You Tackle

Herman Edwards newest acquisition is flagged 15 years for Unnecessary Roughness due to "piling on."

Week 3 Picks

Balt - 7.5 Arizona
Tampa - 4.5 St.L
Pitts - 9.5 SF
GB + 3.5 San D
KC - 2.5 Minn
Jets - 3.5 Mia
Houst + 5.5 Indy
Phila - 6.5 Det
Oak - 3.5 Cleve
Sea - 3.5 Cinn
Atl + 4.5 Carolina
Wash - 4.5 NYG
Chic - 3.5 Dallas
New O - 5.5 Tenn
Denver - 3.5 Jacks
New E - 14.5 Buffalo



Lock of the Week: Oakland

Last Week: 6-10

Season:16-16

And So it Begins...

Shhhhhhhh

14.5 Games out of first place on May 29th.

1.5 games out of first place on September 20th.

It's a good thing we are in the same division with the Sawx. They are allergic to winning September baseball games, and it is amusing to watch. Nothing better than a New Englander on the ledge this morning. What I would pay to live in Beantown today.....

Congrats to Andy on his 200th career victory last night. This guy is nails.

And here's a personal shout out to my Dad, who turns 60 years old today. Without him, I might not even be a sports fan. Without him, I might not be anything. Thanks pops.

My Plea For Tonight

Pitch well Ian Kennedy and let your defense do their job. The bats will do theirs.

A.J Burnett, here's to you tonight. Let's go Jays!

Win today's game. Where's Mariano Duncan when you need him?

Week 2 Picks--Recap

6-10 for the week. Yikes.

16-16 for the season. Kinda feels like being a Yankees fan in April of this season, doesn't it?
What is funny though is that in the battle with Eric from That's What HE Said, I won this week as he got 4 right. Did I mention that Eris is a Cubs fan? Hence the shot above. That's almost as bad as the Giants "Defense," who incidentally just got scored on again.

My lock of the week, the Saints. Not so good. 1-1 on Locks.

Oh Captain, My Captain

Weekend Recap...

This is what they mean when they say "intangibles." I am glad that the Yankees game was on ESPN last night in front of a National Audience. All the naysayers who think Jeter is a product of NY and is overrated can refer to last night if they need to. The Yankees had to win last nights game. If they lose, they are done for in the AL East and only 1.5 games ahead of the Tigers. Who better to give up the game winning home run than King Narcissist himself.

Thanks for keeping the Yanks in the AL East Race, Cap.

The Patriots have been awoken, and this is not good news for the rest of the NFL. Why would you go and get the most focused team in football even MORE focused? And now they have a chip on their shoulder too? Someone please email me when they finally lose a game.

Tiger is pretty good. And pretty Rich.

The worst part about the Giants? Jeff Fisher and Bill Belichick each had their contracts extended within the past week, leaving two less excellent Head Coaches for Big Blue next season.

NFL Week 2 Picks

Jax - 11.5 Atlanta

Pitts - 9.5 Buff

Cleve + 7.5 Cinn

NYG - 2.5 GB

Carolina - 7.5 Houst

Tenn + 8.5 Indy

Tampa + 3.5 New O

St L - 3.5 SF

Ariz + 2.5 Sea

Det - 3.5 Minn

Mia + 3.5 Dall

Chic - 13.5 KC

Balt - 1.5 Jets

Den - 10.5 Oak

New E - 4.5 San D

Phila - 7.5 Wash

Lock of the Week--Saints

Yanks Win

Down 7-2 after 7 innings.

Win 8-7

Let's win tomorrow's game, remember?

A Few Thoughts While Watching Yanks/Sox

I am quite excited for football this week, if only to quit talking about this silly sign stealing stuff. You steal signs in baseball and someone throws at your head. In football apparently you tattletale. Eric "The Rat" Mangini did not mind stealing signs while Coaching the Patriots. Needless to say he will not be a Made man anytime soon.

Taking away draft picks is too harsh of a penalty if you ask me. Except the Pats have 2 first round picks, and 3 third round picks next year. The pick they lose will be the 30th pick. The other pick is from the 49ers. Which would you prefer?

Andy Pettitte looks like shit. Jason Giambi looks the same. Matsuzaka looks like 3 week old sushi. Yet the Yankees are leaving a ton of runners on base. Not a good way to win the division. Also not a good night to be without Farnsworth (neck), Vizcaino (shoulder), and Joba (the Joba rules). Can Guidry come out of the pen?

Speaking of the Giants......The home opener is this weekend as is the debut of Derek Ward and the Pillsbury Throughboy, Jared Lorenzen. If Eli is on the field on Sunday Coughlin should be beaten on the sidelines. Sit him and let him have 2 weeks rest before we play the Redskins next weekend. No word on whether the Giants will play with 11 men on the field last weekend. I didn't see them have any safties on the field last Sunday night. The offense was great. Let's hope the past 7 days were spend on tackling and covering the middle of the field.

Week 1 NFL Picks--Results

There is nothing worse than a competition ending in a tie. Id rather flip a coin and see who the winner is as opposed to a tie. That said, somehow Eric from That's What HE Said tied me at 10-6 in our week one picks.

I just flipped a coin, and won. So it looks like I am ahead. He should have ample time to study this week's picks as his Fantasy Baseball team is already at home for the winter while I am playing.

Don Shaquille?

Vito Corleone
Tony Montana
Henry Hill
Tony Soprano
Jimmy Conway

and Shaq

The above picture of Shaq's ride was taken at the LSU game this past weekend. Apparently Shaq must consider himself Omerta.

Week 1 Picks

It seems that there will be a weekly head to head battle with my boy Eric from That's What HE Said.

We have to figure out what the wager is as I assume I will beat him. Here are the week 1 picks.

Indy - 5.5 Saints

Jacksonville -7.5 Tenn

Cleve + 4.5 Pitts

G Bay + 2.5 Phila

Jets + 7.5 New E

Wash - 2.5 Miami

Houst - 3.5 KC -- Lock of the week

Buff + 3.5 Den

St L - 1.5 Carolina

Minn - 2.5 Atl

Sea - 6.5 Tampa

Oak - 1.5 Det

San D - 5.5 Chic

Dallas - 5.5 Giants

Cinc - 2.5 Balt

SF - 3.5 Arizona

The Obligatory 2007 NFL Predictions

My brain is going to explode. It's enough that the Yankees are in a Pennant Race. Now Football starts and that just makes things more hectic. Not to mention my fantasy baseball playoffs start next week and I'm not sure I can field a roster of healthy players. And my wife may kill me with all these things happening at once. I may need a clone.

Funny thing about his football season is there are many question marks. Can Indy repeat? Will the Saints punt more than 10x this season? When will Tiki get hit by a car while crossing the street (please let this happen today)? Has Coach Coughlin changed his maniacal ways? How many passes will T.O. drop this year? Which first round pick will make the biggest impact on his team?

Here are the picks.

NFC East: Eagles
NFC North: Bears
NFC South: Saints
NFC West: Rams
Wild Cards: Dallas, Giants (had to)

AFC East: Pats
AFC North: Steelers
AFC South: Indy
AFC West: Chargers
Wild Cards: Bengals (can they stop anyone), Broncos

NFC Champs: Saints

AFC Champs: Chargers

Super Bowl Champs: Saints.

MVP: Brees
Offensive Player of the Year: Carson Palmer
Defensive Player of the Year: Champ Bailey
Offensive ROY: Calvin Johnson
Defensive ROY: Carriker
Coach of the Year: Sean Peyton
Biggest Bustout: Santonio Holmes
Biggest Bust: Travis Henry


Thoughts? Comments? Anyone actually read this???

Where is Buddy Ryan When You Need Him?

The Giants should hire Buddy Ryan as a consultant. His first piece of business should be this: Put a bounty on Tiki Barber's head. I am sure I speak for many people when I "Tiki, shut the FUCK up." Normally we don't like to use language like that here as we are classy folks. But we could not find another phrase to use here so deal with it.

Tiki, if it were not for the organization you are bashing you would be Ronde's Personal Assistant right now. Instead you get to be Matt Lauer's PA. I hope that you try and make an appearance at Giants Stadium this season. If you do make sure to bring security detail as you may get the crap beaten out of you. Too bad you didn't quit a few years earlier. Not retire, quit.

In Eli We Trust

Eroneus!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Joba suspended 2 games after Youklis acts like a bitch.

This Weeks Idiots

1. Mike Vick-- Hard to dethrone the king of all idiots....
2. Tiki-- I'd like to see someone kick the crap out of him.
3. Stephon Marbury, Ray Buchanan, and other Vick Supporters-- Supporting your boy makes you seems less like a loyal friend and more like a Grade A moron.
4. Anaheim Angels-- Can you please forfeit today's game?

More to come (I have a meeting)

Welcome Back to the Bronx, Sheff

4 Games vs Detroit

3 Games vs Anaheim

4 Games at Detroit

The team from New England has 4 with Anaheim, 3 with Tampa Bay, and 4 with the Pale Hose. The Tigers and Angels have eliminated the Yankees from the playoffs 3 of the past 5 seasons. If they can win 8 of the next 11 games it will go a long way towards reaching the goal of winning the AL East.

Just win Today's game. Please.


Last we heard from old friend Gary Sheffield he mentioned Joe Torre didn't like black people. I think he meant to say that Torre doesn't like black people named Kenny Lofton. Sheff will surely cause a stir amongst the 55,000 fans that should be in the stadium tonight. at 7pm.

R.I.P. Scooter

RIP Phil Rizzuto.

The Hall of Fame Shortstop and Voice of the Yankees for decades has passed on.

Holy Cow.

14-7

The Yankees begin a 21 game stretch that likely will determine whether or not they are in the playoffs at seasons end. Opponents includes Cleveland, Anaheim, Detroit, Boston, and a break with Baltimore and Tampa. If the Yankees can go 14-7 they should put themselves in good position to have a chance at the division title. It's amazing that only 2 months ago Yankees fans wanted to fire Cashman, Torre, and anyone else they could find. A little pitching, hitting, and defense comes a long way huh fellas?

Phil Hughes goes tonight and needs to improve on his first outing back versus KC last weekend. This is his 4th start this season. In the 1st and the 3rd starts he got hit around a bit. In his 2nd start he had a no-no through 61/3 innings. Which Hughes will we see tonight? Hopefully we will get 7 innings from him with Joba finishing the last 2 as the Yankees take the opener 5-1.

The NFL preseason has a full schedule of games this weekend. Hard to believe that football is less than one month away.

In what could be the feel-good story of the baseball season (unless the Yankees win the Series), Rick Ankiel made a triumphant return to the Bigs last night. Pinch hitting in the 7th inning, Ankiel hit his 3rd career HR and his first since coming back to the league as an OF. You may remember him as the Gem of the Cardinals system, and a 19 year old phenom who pitched in the Majors in 1999 at the age of 19. After no longer being able to throw a strike he went back to the minors and re-invented himself as a position player. Tip your cap to him today.