Monty’s Super Bowl 44 Thoughts
New Orleans Saints Troy Evans (54) celebrates after winning the Super Bowl XLIV
Before the game started here is what I thought would happen…
-The game would cover the 57 points and possibly be the highest scoring Super Bowl ever
-Colts would win, but the won’t cover the five points
-Brees and Manning would have huge games
-It would be a close game with few punts
-Game would come down to final drive/big turnover
Recap: I wasn’t too hot on my predictions, seeing as that it was a lower scoring game than anticipated and the Saints won by double digits. O well, I wasn’t right, but what else is new
During the game here were my thoughts
Colts:
-The Colts 10-0 first quarter lead didn’t concern me about a blow out, due to Brees and Saints O
NBA Allstar Game
Posted by Rene in Basketball on January 31, 2010
The NBA cares about a lot things, especially on giving back to the community. I give the league props for that, and I feel it’s important for a professional sports league to be involved in the community. However, the NBA does not care about the all-star game as it should by leaving too much say in the selection of the starters to the fans. This year, we were on the verge of witnessing one of the most horrific starting line-ups in the history of an all-star game. Fortunately, people realized Tracy McGrady had played in only 6 games this year. I wonder if it was his average of 3.2 PPG, or maybe the 0.8 RPG, that had the voters putting him as a top 2 guard in the West for most of the voting period. In the East, Allen Iverson actually won the race along with Dwyane Wade to start in the 2010 All-Star game. The guy retired a month into the year, then took about three weeks to sign on to a poor 76ers team, and he gets voted into the game as a starter. While Rajon Rondo, the league leader in steals, top 5 in assists/game, and arguably Boston’s MVP this year since Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett have battled some injury, has to sit on the bench and watch Iverson play before he can step on the court. Read the rest of this entry »
2010 Fantasy Baseball: 3rd Basemen Rankings
Posted by Chris Cwik in Baseball, Fantasy on January 26, 2010
Can David Wright rebound?
It only took 535 plate appearances from Alex Rodriguez to make him the number one 3rd baseman in 2010. While A-Rod’s last two seasons have not been up to par, no one has been able to overtake the Yankee in the past few seasons. David Wright was the likely candidate to usurp Rodriguez, but a power outage in 2009 has Wright’s status in limbo. Evan Longoria, Ryan Zimmerman, and Mark Reynolds all had breakout seasons; but need to show consistency to overtake A-Rod next season. There are many players that have question marks coming into the 2010 fantasy season, but 3rd base offers some solid depth to those who wait.
AFC, NFC Championship Game, Fantasy Rankings and more…
Posted by Monty in Baseball, Fantasy, Football, Miscellaneous, Off-season, Podcast on January 21, 2010
Cwik and I talked about the following topics on our latest podcast…
1.AFC/NFC Championship preview. Who is the most important person in Saints-Vikings game
2.Padilla/Blanton/Piniero sign, any of these significant?
3.Matt Forte has surgury. How much did injuries factor in his season?
4. Conan O’Brien offered to play for Washington Generals. Would you watch?
5.Mock Draft notes and thoughts
6.Pop culture notes. I have a great movie suggestion and Chris picked up a new album.
2010 Fantasy Shortstop Rankings
Posted by Chris Cwik in Baseball, Fantasy on January 15, 2010
Another fantasy season, another season with little-to-no depth at the middle infield positions. While Hanley Ramirez, Derek Jeter, and Troy Tulowitzki look like solid choices, there are plenty of questionable choices. Jose Reyes is coming off an injury, Jimmy Rollins had a down year, and many people are questioning Ben Zobrist’s breakout. Depending on what you believe, some shortstop lists are going to be quite different. Without further ado…time for the shortstops.
Lane Kiffin to USC: Do college coaches have any integrity?
Posted by Chris Cwik in College Football, Morality on January 13, 2010
I can’t believe I am saying this, but was Al Davis right all along? When Davis fired Kiffin after only a year and a half it just confirmed the obvious; the Oakland Raiders were still one of the worst run franchises in professional sports. Many critics felt that Davis rushed to a decision after only giving Kiffin twenty games to prove himself. Only a year and a half later, it looks as if Davis was right all along. Of course, no one in Southern California wants to hear about any of that. Honestly though, how does Lane Kiffin keep getting work?
2010 Fantasy Baseball: Second Basemen Rankings
Posted by Chris Cwik in Baseball, Fantasy on January 9, 2010
Sorry for the extended holiday break. After last night’s podcast, we are back and ready to update you guys with our opinions on the latest sports news.
Most of you will be watching the NFL Playoffs today, which is a sad reminder that fantasy football has come and gone. However, the fantasy baseball magazines are already available for pre-order (and possibly available in stores already). That being said, the second base rankings were hell for me. As a matter of fact, I couldn’t even finish the rankings because I don’t see much value in owning some of the players. Yikes!
Follow along with our rankings after the jump.
NFL Playoffs, HOF and Bears Firings
Posted by Monty in Baseball, Fantasy, Football, Miscellaneous, Off-season, Podcast on January 9, 2010
After our extended break, Chris and I return for our 6th Podcast to preview the NFL playoffs, as well as some baseball topics…
Here is our rundown of topics
1. Quick recap of Texas-Alabama Championship Game
2. NFL Wild Card playoff preview
3. Bears Fire Ron Turner. What’s next for Bears Coaching Staff?
4. MLB HOF inductee Andre Dawson. Who else deserved to get in?
5. Matt Holliday given $120 million dollars by STL. Was this a good move?
6. Fantasy Baseball Projections
7. Jersey Shore thoughts and Jay Leno taking over his Tonight Show slot?
Bulls to Fire Del Negro
Posted by Chris Cwik in Basketball on December 28, 2009
It's about time
According to ESPN, a decision has already been made regarding Vinny Del Negro’s future with the team. The Bulls front office, however, is waiting to find a replacement to officially make the change. I think it’s fair to say, it’s about time.
Merry Christmas: 1st Basemen Fantasy Rankings
Posted by Chris Cwik in Baseball, Fantasy on December 25, 2009
The No-Brainer Number 1 Pick at 1st
1st base has typically been a fantasy position that offers a lot of depth. If you aren’t fortunate enough to take Albert Pujols early, you can always grab a dependable sleeper much later. This year, there is more of the same. While 1st base is a deep position, the talent available is very young, which could lead to some huge breakouts this season. For example, only 5 players on each list are players currently over 30 years of age. That’s a lot of young and (sometimes) cheap talent. Take advantage of that this season.
Rankings after the jump.
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