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Feb182009
So what?
Everywhere you look there is a story about Alex Rodriguez and his steriod use. So what? The guy made a mistake. Big deal. But it is a big deal to everyone in the sports world…
Did you know that the list of modern day superstars that might not make the Hall of Fame consists of Barry Bonds, Sammy Sosa, Mark McGwire, Roger Clemens, and Alex Rodriguez? What’s a HOF when you’re already missing the man with the most hits (Pete Rose) and now you can’t have the guy with the most career homers (Bonds), the first man to break Maris’s 61 homers (McGwire), the dude with the most 60 home run seasons (Sosa), the winningest right-handed pitcher in 50 years (Clemens), and the youngest person to amass 500 home runs (Rodriguez)? This ain’t right or is it?
Yes. These guys took steroids. There’s no doubting that. TCM commends A-Rod for having the balls to come forward to admit it unlike Clemens, Bonds, and McGwire (I bet all three are wishing they took a different route). But you know, when it all comes down to it, these guys didn’t do anything wrong.
In baseball, players have always seeked any edge they could find to one-up themselves against their opponents. In the dead ball era, pitchers “doctored” the ball so it would dance (and so did Kenny Rogers in the 2006 WS). Ted Williams was the first to wear batting gloves to improve his grip (later in his career). Eye black is used by many to reduce glare. Modern day ball players add so much body armor that they don’t mind being hit with a ball. Why is this all different than steroids?
It isn’t. MLB took strides to maintain the games integrity when it seemed fit. Now is that time and MLB doesn’t know what to do with this current situation of steroids.
None of these players that took steroids should deserve the wrap they’re getting. MLB never had a stance on steroids until now. They have no right to criticize these players because this act, steroids, was overlooked as baseball recovered from a very dramatic strike, a strike that the home runs hit by two who juiced helped a nation forget.
So maybe it’s time to turn away from blaming the baseball players and begin focusing on the MLB itself. It’s also time to release the names of the 103 other players that tested positive for steroids as well. We have a right to know. Not to bad mouth the guys, but to separate fact from fiction.
So writers and other people who suck, let A-Rod off the hook. Give him a pat on the back. He actually helped break the story of the decade – “MLB Concerned With Profit, Expansion, Image – Forgets Humility, Past, Integrity.”
Feb162009
The race for last
As a sports fan, no fan roots for their team to come in dead last. I my friends am an exception. I am a New York Islanders fan, and I hope they come in 30th place this year. Why you ask? Because of this kid.
But as all of us Islander fans know, if we do come in last, our first place spot in the draft is not secure by any means. May I remind us of the 2008 draft? We started at 5th, traded down to 7th, then traded down to 9th. Josh Bailey though looks like he can be some good in a few years, which is what Mr. Snow is going for. Patience is key in this time of pain.
For many Islander fans who read this, you are not going to find any new information that you already don’t know. I’m just stating some opinions. If we do get John Tavares, will he be a douche like Kirk Muller and not want to play on the Islanders? Mind you that Captain Kirk was already an established player in the NHL and did have quite a chip on his shoulder. Since Tavares being established and awesome in the OHL, will he carry a similar chip? One tends to think not (or one tends to HOPE not). But remind you, that being 18, you cannot really be picky about what teams you want to play for. Just be thankful you qualify to play in the NHL. All hockey fans, or any sport fans for that matter, you have always thought about playing in the big leagues for your favorite team. But if it honestly came down to it, does it really matter what team you are playing for, when A, you are probably making over a few million a year, and B, your in the fucking majors. You can’t get any better than that. I do have to make a minor comment on that past statement however. I fucking HATE the Rangers (or the Ranjerks, whatever you want to call them), but if I was drafted by them, I wouldn’t complain…sure, I’d think to myself, wow my friends are gonna hate my ass but I’d live with it. I’d be playing in the greatest city known to man with some pretty hardcore fans that I know will show up (ouch). Mind you, I am not a fan of Ranger fans either, but I do have a few friends who are Ranger fans, and I’ve lived with them this far. I’m not saying Tavares hates the Islanders like I hate the Rangers. If I’m not mistaken, he is a Leafs fan, and should hate the Habs. But if by some miracle, he gets drafted or traded to the Canadiens, he won’t complain.
If we do draft Tavares, could he be the saving grace we have been waiting for? Could he be the make or break with the approval of the Lighthouse? Come June 26 we will hopefully see. Lets hope the draft pans out like this.
Well, let me post the bottom 5 teams as of 2/16/09.
| Div. | GP | W | L | OT | Pts | Streak | ||
| 26 |
 |
NE | 56 | 21 | 25 | 10 | 52 | Won 1 |
| 27 |
 |
NE | 54 | 21 | 25 | 8 | 50 | Won 4 |
| 28 |
 |
SE | 56 | 19 | 26 | 11 | 49 | Lost 1 |
| 29 |
 |
SE | 57 | 20 | 32 | 5 | 45 | Won 1 |
| 30 |
 |
ATL | 55 | 16 | 33 | 6 | 38 | Lost 5 |
Lets Go Islanders!
On a side note…that shithead Steve Simmons over at the Toronto Sun saying Tavares should avoid the Islanders, here’s some quality material for you to write about: Go Fist Yourself.
Feb152009
The re-emergence of the Mets through Luis Castillo
Girls are reappearing from their winter hibernation. Snowmen are becoming nothing more than 2 old buttons and a half eaten carrot (I was hungry). And bars are restocking for the comeback of the daily sports game. Yes folks, spring training is back, and opening day is right around the corner.
Don’t dwell on the past. It no longer matters. What matters is 1969, 1986, and today. A championship is what makes or breaks a season, and its all NY fans truly care about.
The Mets have created a magnificent core of Reyes, Wright, Santana, and Beltran. I have no doubt that these four, all at the peak of their careers, will each have another outstanding season. Two gold gloves, and a cy young. A bigger Citi field will only help Santana’s quest and prove Beltran has amazing defensive skills. This is all not to mention a great new closer, still in his mid 20′s, to lock down tight games. And no more Heilman!
What will make or break 2009 will be the re-emergence of our second baseman recently plagued with injury, Mr Castillo. And I believe he will be good, if not back to top form in 2009. Luis knows his role, either leading off, putting Reyes second/third (Beltran?), or batting second behind Reyes. He doesn’t need home runs or doubles. He needs hits and walks. He needs a high on base percentage. Leave the dirty work to Wright, Delgado, and Beltran. Or if Church is back to pre-concussion form, let him knock in a few. If Castillo can hit .290, have an OBP of .370-.390 and stay healthy we really have a shot. Don’t underestimate the fish, or the returning champs. But with a healthy hitting second baseman, watch out Boston – we’re about to start bringing the spotlight back to the best city in the world.
Feb142009
Manatees Are Ruining the Game of Golf
That’s right, those huge bastards are ruining the game of golf. Manatees all over Florida are uniting to piss retirees off. An easier way to do this is to drive fast, remember what you ordered from a restaurant, and have control over all of your bowel movements.
But why is this happening?
Manatees, known as sea cows, believe they can play at a high level, the same high level as their half brother Phil Mickelson. There’s no questioning their claim. When Mickelson blew up in the US Open years ago it was because a Manatee choir broke out in celebration too quickly at the Winged Foot private party room apparently pissing off the staff. Phil’s hoping that his kin staff calm, cool and collective for his lame attempt for a Masters jacket in April.
On a related note, today is Valentines Day. Take a moment to think back at all the Manatees you once sweated over for Valentines then punch yourself in the nuts for doing it. Contrary to popular belief, Manatees are not hot.
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