1/31/07

Kobe Bryant got suspended for one game for a “cheap shot” a few nights ago. The suspension began immediately and the next game happened to be Lakers vs Knicks at the Garden (last night’s game).

Some people, including Kobe, are saying that the penalty was way to harsh for the crime, it was unintentional and he was just kinda flailing his arms. Now I saw the hit, and while it wasn’t anything close to the most vicious sports hit I’ve ever seen it definitely looked intentional to me.

Anyway, the point of Kobe and his defenders is that he never should have gotten suspended, but especially because the game was against the Knicks in New York. It isn’t fair to all the fans who came to see Kobe play, so their reasoning goes. This is ridiculous. Kobe needs to shut up and take his suspension just like any other player. I know he wants to be Mr. Big Shot and have a huge game in NYC, the country’s biggest media market, but that’s too bad. Big market teams like LA and New York can’t be given preferences over the smaller market teams. This wouldn’t even be talked about if say, the Pacers were playing the Warriors. I’m glad the NBA held firm on this one.

Kobe might be a great player, but this and other even worse episodes in the past shows that he is full of himself and not all too bright.

1/30/07

UAlbany basketball is getting a national TV game! It will air on either ESPN2 or ESPNU on Friday February 16th. It will be against Boise State, a school in the news recently for their football programs huge win against Oklahoma in the bowl game.

It’s awesome that UA’s up and coming team is getting more national exposure. I will update with the exacft channel, game time, etc as it is announced. Keep that Friday night open, should be a good one. GO DANES!

1/29/07

Rumor has it that the Yankees don’t have a spot for Bernie Williams on the roster and the best offer he is going to get is a minor league contract. The only way we will see Bernie in pinstripes this year so they say, is if someone gets injured. This is a real shame.

Besides the fact that he is a huge fan favorite (myself included), I think that when you need a clutch hit he is still one of the best guys to turn to. And after all his years of loyalty, the least the club can do is find him a spot on the roster. It would be terrible if Bernie ends up playing his last year or two on another team. I suppose he might retire instead of doing that anyway.

Lets hope Bernie is back this year, and ends his great career as a Yankee!

1/24/07

A seemingly unimportant sports story came out yesterday, but one that should be of great interest to Yankee fans. Robinson Cano of the Yankees decided to switch his number from 22. Why is that interesting you ask? Well, Roger Clemens number is 22. And rumor has it that Cano switched so Clemens can have his usual number if and when he comes back.

When Clemen’s agent was asked about this he said something to the effect of “Roger has made no decision and keep in mind that Houston has the #22 open as well”. Typical of Clemens these last few years, dragging things out and keeping everyone in suspense. So we will have to just wait and see. Could we have Roger and Andy (Petite) both pitching for the Yanks again this year? Lets hope so!

1/23/07

So Peyton Manning finally gets to the Superbowl! I'll be rooting for him to finally win the big one and secure his place in history as one of the all time great QBs.

Yet another Cincy Bengal was arrested today for drugs. That makes it nine arrests in nine months for the Bengals lol.

Bears vs Colts in the Superbowl on Feb 4th. Offense v defense. Should be a good one!

Ron Mexico

So, Michael Vick gets busted for trying to bring pot on an airplane using a water bottle with a secret compartment lol. Mr. Mexico just dosn't seem to learn from past mistakes. Pretty soon he'll be up in Toronto with Ricky.

Conference Champion games this weekend. Pats v Colts, Bears v Saints. I'll be rooting for Peyton to make it the the Superbowl.

My prediction: Bears v Colts.