DSRTSV! 11/16/08

Well. It's been pretty much a total loss for me today, so in order to make myself feel better, I've been alternating between 3 videos.

1. World F'n Champions
2. A special goal with 2 seconds left (a future DSRTSV)
3. and this one:

You might remember it, but even as an Eagles hater, you can probably appreciate this play:

Lazy Sunday Daily "Linkin' Logs" (11/16/08)

Ugh. I'm still recovering from a 1+ day hangover. After Friday night's shitshow, I needed a solid Saturday of recovery and still am a little wobbly after that. Maybe its just age catching up to me?

Anyway, tonight I get to experience a blogging rarity (simply because no one talks about it), but I will be in attendance as cross-town rivals Northeastern University (#7) and Boston University (#1) will face off for what will probably be the title of Boston's best hockey team (at least until the teams meet again) after NU stunned former #1 Boston College.

What has (again) turned into a great rivalry (though BC-BU fans would disagree) should provide tons of entertainment for all in attendance. BU's squad features a ton of finesse, talent and scoring power but NU's group features toughness, grit and determination to prove they belong.

Northeastern 5, BU 4

• Alex Kovalev is a dick...but I guess Karma is a bitch...
• PFT suggests an interesting scenario that could have the NFL powers scratching their heads. I think it could be a fascinating scernario and might actually make the fans happier, but providing both a Sunday and Monday night Championship game entertainment fest in the dead of winter.
  
• We tip our caps to John Lynch, one of the heaviest hitters in the league.
• Darrell Rasner is going Japanese...seriously, the Yankees sold him to a Japanese team for $1 million dollars. And to think this guy (I believe) was once part of a possible Johan Santana package.
  
• The NY Daily News suggests that the entire FA market may in fact rest on the Yankees and C.C. Sabathia. I guess we're all waiting with baited breath...
• And finally, EC's DMtShooter gives us the 10 worst moments in a Sports Blogger's life.
  

DSRTSV - 11/14/08

Sorry, busy day today.

Tons of trade action and FA rumors to keep up on. MLBTradeRumors is the place to keep up on all the scoops. BNB endorses them wholeheartedly. They've got the updates on Sabathia as well as the Peavy-To-Braves talk and Kerry Wood's comments in regards to the Gregg Trade.

Anyways, this video has become a classic in recent years. The USA and Russian junior squads were battling over 20 years ago and while the video is grainy and the players are mostly unknown the fight is simply epic...

Ending You Didn't See Edition - Daily "Linkin' Logs" (11/14/08)

Brett and the Jets helped Eric Mangini to his first win over his former employer, the New England Patriots, last night with a dramatic overtime field goal after a Randy Moss time expiring touchdown catch.

You probably didn't see it unless you live in the Northeast(Boston/NY) or have NFL Network...

That's ok, you had 49ers-Cardinals Monday...pffff

The Jets now sit alone atop the AFC East with a 1 game lead and a win over the Patriots will force other tiebreaking implications beyond head-to-head.

Again, you probably missed it. Big F.U. from the NFL to the fans right there...

• Jerruh Jones has said (and I'm quoting here) the Dallas Cowboys will "absolutely" make the playoffs. Maybe he meant the Cowboys were making a run at the NFL NIT? For those who don't remember, the Browns defeated the Eagles last year.
• MLBTradeRumors is reporting the Mets possible involvement in the C.C. Sabathia chase. Metsblog Douche-in-Chief refutes the idea.
  
• Cerrone, if you read this, I'm only posting again because you can't handle the rub: World F'n Champions!
• Paul Domowitch (Philadelphia Daily News) and Mike Florio (PFT) will now be at odds. Now, I like Domo and I think he's very good at his job, but Florio is right. You see, PFT is giving people want they want. They want the little tid bits, the news, the rumors (dare I say, the pro-football talk). PFT has reported some false items and broken news as well, but in reality, they've only broken news (and that's a relative term...not meant as a sleight) that someone else has reported or some other official has stated. But more importantly, people want to read this. And moreover, when something is incorrect or was a rumor that never came to fruition, Florio let's you know as soon as he knows (For example, the Billick-to-Lions talk, that was suggested yesterday and squashed today). So Domo, get over yourself, Florio is just providing a service people want. When Chris Mortensen reports that the Eagles are in negotiations with a certain FA and it never happens (*cough* Randy Moss *cough*), do you rip him?
  
• A little late: The Cubs have landed Kevin Gregg, thus ending the Kerry Wood Era in Chicago.
• Faketeams.com is suggesting that based on a curious number of events in Arizona, perhaps a firesale is on?
• Of all teams interested in Mark Teixiera, this one is certainly the most interesting (and one Braves fans might scoff at)
• Attention: Manny Ramirez will now accept "Serious Offers." In other news, there's a run on dueling gloves to slap eachother with in L.A.
• Real Time Fantasy pontificates on the Cowboys status post-Romo bwoken-ittle-fingey. Haines Report provides Charlie Casserly's (the guy who was fired for drafting Mario Williams over Reggie Bush) thoughts.
• And finally, as I learned on thefightins.com this AM, Fire Joe Morgan will be closing its doors...err...stop paying its domain fees (?) as they are now closing shop. Now, while I personally found FJM to be entertaining if not a bit too narcassistic and self-serving, they were hilarious and very good at calling out douchebags in journalism (Bill Plaschke is in nirvana today). So as a fellow blogger, I bid them adieu. Nice work guys.
  

DSRTSV! 11/13/08

You might remember this classic video from late in 2005 (or maybe early 2006).

Boomer Esiason mocks Peyton Manning and Dan Marino in one foul swoop. I find it ironic that A) Boomer didn't exactly win the big one either and B) Well, we all know what happens eventually

Sheree Whitfield is Her Own Woman...Sorta

Remember when I said the MNF game was kinda weak and I didn't watch (even though I missed a helluva ending). Well, the reason was there was another fine session of Real Housewives of Atlanta on...and Lord knows I wasn't going to miss that.
The show is mildly entertaining with DeShawn Snow (Wife of Cavalier Eric Snow) and Lisa Wu-Hartwell (wife of Raiders Linebacker Edgerton Hartwell) as well as non-athlete wife NeNe Leakes (wife of a Real Estate Mogul) and Kim Zolciak (who simply has a sugar daddy deemed "Big Papa" on the show).

The show also has one other athlete's wife...well, sorta:

Meet Sheree (Sure-ay) Whitfield, the former (or soon to be former) wife of retired NFLer (OL) Bob Whitfield (pictured).

Why is this interesting (and on your fucking sports site, where y'know, you wanted to read about sports). Well, Sheree pisses me the hell off (most of these women do, but Sheree's a total bitch on top of that).

You see, Sheree claims to be her own woman. Essence Magazine had a chance to speak with Sheree...so let's get to the hilarious excerpts.

ESSENCE.COM: Your life is now on display for the world to see. So what made you join the cast?

SHEREE WHITFIELD: "Well, I was at the end of a divorce, so I thought this was a great way to get my mind off of it. And, I’m definitely not just sitting at home. We are redefining what it means to be a housewife, whether it means being a businesswoman, working mom, or socialite, and I was excited to let people inside our world."

ESSENCE.COM: From the first episode, we know that you want to get at least seven figures from your divorce. Do you think the show portrays you accurately?

WHITFIELD: Well, I’m “the bitch.” I hate to say that but that’s what I am on the show. It’s not something I set out to be, but I guess that’s what you’re called when you speak your mind. And that’s okay with me. Of course, you will be edited, and there’s stuff you’d wish they’d keep, like all the things I said before about the divorce.

ESSENCE.COM: So how’s your love life now? Are you dating?

WHITFIELD: I’m not dating anyone right now. Atlanta is so small and it really is six degrees of separation. My ex told me about the show [before I could tell him]. A guy for me would definitely have to be spiritual, family-oriented, and someone who’s happy and confident within themselves.

If you have a chance (maybe you're favorite NFL team is getting blown out on Sunday so...you're "done") and you watch the show (Bravo Network) you'll start to understand why I find Sheree so ridiculous.

"We are redefining what it means to be a housewife, whether it means being a businesswoman, working mom, or socialite" - Really? I mean, I guess you are redefining what it means to be a housewife. Does it now mean bloodsucking leech who is only rich because of her husband?

Well, I’m “the bitch.” - Yes

"My ex told me about the show [before I could tell him]." - I.e. another way to fuck him.

It's like Sheree's convinced she's gotten where she is because of her hard work. Maybe I'm missing something here, but living off your NFL husband's salary and then divorcing him (with a seven figure settlement), when he retires, is hardly making your own way.

Sheree, if you're reading this, we'd love to set up an e-mail interview with you. Anyone else, please send your frustrating e-mails to Justin@badnewsbloggers.com.

On that note, its depressing that Bravo lets people like this sit in the "public" eye

Its more depressing that such a reputable sports website did as well...

shit..

Thirsty Thursday Daily "Linkin Logs" (11/13/08)

Joe Maddon and Sweet Potato Lou took the Manager of the Year Awards for each league. Some Phillies fans are up in arms over the travesty that is Uncle Charlie not getting his fair due. Not this guy though and there's a few reasons:

1. The voting takes place before the playoffs. For that matter, even the final week of the season (weekend games, when quite a few teams clinched)
2. Charlie did practically what was expected; win 90 games and make the playoffs. It wasn't surprising.
   
3. It's not like he had the best record in baseball (like Piniella) or took a team from worst to first (Maddon...even if he still wore those dumb glasses).
4. Charlie took second. Had he won the most games in the league that year, he and Piniella might have been switched.
5. Charlie's got the hardware that counts.
   

In unrelated news, #14 Ball State defeated Ben Roethlisberger's alma mater Miami (of Ohio...) to reach the vaunted 10-0 plateau. There's been some talk about where Ball State should fall as far as BCS bowl bids, but with BCS outsiders Utah and Boise State as well as a number of quality one loss teams in front of them, I just don't see it happening. Toss in the fact that they've defeated such quality schools as my alma mater and Big Ten doormat Indiana and I just don't see how A) They make it in and B) deserve a spot; though you could make arguments against Boise State (who's only decent win is Oregon, though Fresno State is coming up) and Utah, though they have already beaten a tough TCU squad and will face Brigham Young (#17) before Thanksgiving.

• Kyle Orton is returning...and Bears fans are actually excited? Really?
• The Knicks...123 Points...Again, really?
• Rumors out of Anaheimof Los Angeles are suggesting the Angels may let Frankie Rodriguez walk and go after Manny Ramirez if they can't sign the younger infielder, Mark Teixiera.
  
• Its almost as bad as ESPN's Red Sox-Yankees coverage. What's that? World F'in Champions!
  
• The Patriots and Jets will face off tonight in Foxboro on NFL Network. At least the NFL is smart enough to allow the local audience a chance to watch their home team. Boston locals can watch it on Channel 5 (ABC) tonight at 8.
• What good would a DLL be without something Philly related. Epic Carnival has 11 ways you can help Andy Reid fix the Eagles.
• The White Sox are mulling over Jermaine Dye trade options. With Manny Ramirez commanding such a high salary, Dye (along with Pat Burrell) may prove to be sound options to a 25 million dollar 37 year old bad (fielding) left fielder.
  
• And finally, you don't need to know anymore other than Warren Sapp called "She"shawn Johnson a bitch...and I almost peed myself.
  

DSRTSV - 11/12/08

Today's Daily Somehow Related to Sports Video comes from my home town (area). Apparently some overzealous fans of the local field hockey team pushed their support too hard...

Oh the joy of puns...