Huh... This has shades of Texas & A-Rod. Aside from the 8yr/130mil the O's reportedly offered, it almost feels like the Cards are bidding against themselves for Holliday's services.
Keeping Holliday/Pujols together would be very powerful, just as the Braun/Fielder combo drives the Crew's offense.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
DeRosa To The Giants
Looks like 2yr/12mil for DeRosa. Seems a little pricey for a 35-year-old utlility man whose only come into consciousness in the last few years.
I agree with Al on this though: Pushing Sandoval across the diamond essentially lowers Pablo's value as a 1st baseman. I wouldn't mind DeRosa on the Crew, either. But only as a super-utility guy, not a starter. 35-year-olds rarely continue past offensive production, especially when that offensive production didn't show up until after age 30.
I agree with Al on this though: Pushing Sandoval across the diamond essentially lowers Pablo's value as a 1st baseman. I wouldn't mind DeRosa on the Crew, either. But only as a super-utility guy, not a starter. 35-year-olds rarely continue past offensive production, especially when that offensive production didn't show up until after age 30.
Metropolitans Sign Bay
Jason Bay and the Mets agreed to a 3yr/66mil deal, with a 5th year vesting option that probably puts it in the $80mil range.
We'll see how the dimensions of Citi Field affect his power numbers, as it appears it did to David Wright this past season. I'll qualify that statement by saying I haven't delved into any numbers to back that up, though.
Bay is a solid player, but I get the feeling he is valued higher simply because he went to Boston instead of wading around in the general obscurity of Pittsburgh. A good coup for NYM considering I'd seen many comments this offseason about how the Mets weren't doing anything to improve.
We'll see how the dimensions of Citi Field affect his power numbers, as it appears it did to David Wright this past season. I'll qualify that statement by saying I haven't delved into any numbers to back that up, though.
Bay is a solid player, but I get the feeling he is valued higher simply because he went to Boston instead of wading around in the general obscurity of Pittsburgh. A good coup for NYM considering I'd seen many comments this offseason about how the Mets weren't doing anything to improve.
Badgers Win!
Congrats on a 10-win season, culminating in beating the U in the Champ Sports Bowl 20-14!
The defense was outstanding tonight, especially the front 4. John Clay took the MVP with 121 yds & 2 touches. I would've given it to Kendricks, as every catch seemed to be in a huge situation. Nevertheless, a great season from a team that was picked to do nothing this year.
The defense was outstanding tonight, especially the front 4. John Clay took the MVP with 121 yds & 2 touches. I would've given it to Kendricks, as every catch seemed to be in a huge situation. Nevertheless, a great season from a team that was picked to do nothing this year.
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Health Care Questions
I have been told that my company's insurance plan is absolutely outstanding. They do a bang-up job of trying to keep premium costs down for the employees.
Articles like this make me worry.
The Land of Opportunity is fast becoming the Land of Where The Hell Is My Handout.
I've said it before & I'll say it again: The problem is not the coverage, it's the industry costs. For instance, it shouldn't cost $125 just to walk in, then get sent somewhere else in the building for a test (another office visit charge), then back where you came from for... wait for it... wait for it... another $125 office visit charge.
I'm fast becoming sick & tired of paying for other people's lives, then wondering how I'll pay for my own.
Nanny State, be thy name.
Articles like this make me worry.
The Land of Opportunity is fast becoming the Land of Where The Hell Is My Handout.
I've said it before & I'll say it again: The problem is not the coverage, it's the industry costs. For instance, it shouldn't cost $125 just to walk in, then get sent somewhere else in the building for a test (another office visit charge), then back where you came from for... wait for it... wait for it... another $125 office visit charge.
I'm fast becoming sick & tired of paying for other people's lives, then wondering how I'll pay for my own.
Nanny State, be thy name.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
MLB/Umpires Reach Deal
The real question is will this do anything to upgrade the pathetic state of umpiring.
It's not too much to ask that a strike is called a strike, calls are not made simply because the ball beat the runner, and umpires be the mediators they are supposed to be instead of the attention-seeking buffoons they've become.
I wonder if Phil Cuzzi can get some Optometry coverage on the insurance plan?
And can someone please tell Tim McClelland to make the call before I age another year. I heard a rumor that he finally finished his last strike call of the 2009 season yesterday.
It's not too much to ask that a strike is called a strike, calls are not made simply because the ball beat the runner, and umpires be the mediators they are supposed to be instead of the attention-seeking buffoons they've become.
I wonder if Phil Cuzzi can get some Optometry coverage on the insurance plan?
And can someone please tell Tim McClelland to make the call before I age another year. I heard a rumor that he finally finished his last strike call of the 2009 season yesterday.
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
LeRoy Butler
One of the things I look forward to most after a Packer game is the 5 Questions segment with Butler in the Jounal Sentinel.
I especially enjoy when he gives those little insights that only a former player can disclose. I'm surprised he hasn't been approached for an analyst or TV job (or maybe he has and doesn't have an interest).
I mean, honestly, if Key and Irvin can get hired, there's gotta be a place open for an articulate defensive player.
I especially enjoy when he gives those little insights that only a former player can disclose. I'm surprised he hasn't been approached for an analyst or TV job (or maybe he has and doesn't have an interest).
I mean, honestly, if Key and Irvin can get hired, there's gotta be a place open for an articulate defensive player.
Braves Looking For A Bat
Rumor is the Braves are looking for a bat now that the Vasquez trade with the Yanks is done. The link mentions Marlon Byrd, DeRosa, Nady.
There have been countless ponderings of a Corey Hart-centered trade for awhile now.
You can rest assured that Doug would ask for pitching back, which the Braves always have (as they acquired two young ones in this deal). The problem is I think Corey's stock has fallen quite a bit over the last year. Although many GM's would recognize his speed and power as two attractive attributes.
There have been countless ponderings of a Corey Hart-centered trade for awhile now.
You can rest assured that Doug would ask for pitching back, which the Braves always have (as they acquired two young ones in this deal). The problem is I think Corey's stock has fallen quite a bit over the last year. Although many GM's would recognize his speed and power as two attractive attributes.
Yanks Trade For Vasquez
And the rich keep getting richer...
Yikes, that's a formidable rotation. Now if they could only land some hitting...
Yikes, that's a formidable rotation. Now if they could only land some hitting...
Friday, December 18, 2009
Brewers Sign Catcher
The Crew signed Matt Treanor today.
It would certainly make looking for the Wive's Section worthwhile.
It would certainly make looking for the Wive's Section worthwhile.
Love That State Gov't
I guess I shouldn't worry about WI problems too much. Especially when they're dealing with such tough issues like The Official State Motorcycle.
Thank goodness we don't have a waste of time and resources like other states.
I won't even go into the debacle that is state-funded childcare. Take a look at some of the older stories.
And there are people that think government should run health care?! Ahh, Nanny State be thy name.
Thank goodness we don't have a waste of time and resources like other states.
I won't even go into the debacle that is state-funded childcare. Take a look at some of the older stories.
And there are people that think government should run health care?! Ahh, Nanny State be thy name.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Bucks/Lakers
Pretty amusing exchange.
I know, I know, stop Kobe and you win... make free throws at the end and you win. It shouldn't have come down to that. Not only did Kobe travel 1st, then charge Bogut, he was awarded a basket. Even if Donaghy's story is 25% true, it's like the Sith: There cannot be one without another. How are we not supposed to think the rules are applied wherever an official sees fit.
The Bucks played valiantly and have nothing to show for it. I will tell you one thing... the Bucks play with alot more urgency and presence under Skiles than the previous three regimes.
I know, I know, stop Kobe and you win... make free throws at the end and you win. It shouldn't have come down to that. Not only did Kobe travel 1st, then charge Bogut, he was awarded a basket. Even if Donaghy's story is 25% true, it's like the Sith: There cannot be one without another. How are we not supposed to think the rules are applied wherever an official sees fit.
The Bucks played valiantly and have nothing to show for it. I will tell you one thing... the Bucks play with alot more urgency and presence under Skiles than the previous three regimes.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Snow-Covered Stop Lights
No one involved in the initial decision thought of this possibility?
These are the elected leaders responsible for our well-being? My goodness. I suppose, Garbage In, Garbage Out.
These are the elected leaders responsible for our well-being? My goodness. I suppose, Garbage In, Garbage Out.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Cards/Holliday
Huh. Should be a good starting point for Pujols and the next richest contract in baseball history.
It begs the question can the Cards afford both of them and still field a team?
It begs the question can the Cards afford both of them and still field a team?
Anything to further your agenda, buddy.
The cycles of the Earth have been going on for millions of years, and will go on long after we're part of the dirt it regurgitates. We are an arrogant species if we think that we do any real damage to this whizzing, spinning orb.
Which also begs the question... How did everyone get to the conference? Ah, yes, planes, trains, and automobiles. The irony is writ large.
The cycles of the Earth have been going on for millions of years, and will go on long after we're part of the dirt it regurgitates. We are an arrogant species if we think that we do any real damage to this whizzing, spinning orb.
Which also begs the question... How did everyone get to the conference? Ah, yes, planes, trains, and automobiles. The irony is writ large.
Monday, December 14, 2009
Tiger Thoughts
Ok, so I've been non-existent on this since the beginning, so here goes. He's a golfer. He didn't free the slaves, he didn't cure cancer, he didn't discover how to split the atom... he's a golfer. Holding him to a higher standard is ludicrous.
On the other hand, he was unfaithful to his wife and children. But he doesn't owe anyone an explanation, other than his family. The ridiculous notion that he needs to come out and show remorse or tell his story is simply for the benefit of our country's insatiable appetite for gossip.
Are his actions deplorable? Absolutely. Were they selfish? Adultery always is. But thinking we deserve some act of contrition or explanation is wrong. He can answer to his God and his wife (and not necessarily in that order).
I watch golf to see Tiger win. Nothing more, nothing less. I certainly don't look to him for guidance or spiritual leadership. Charles Barkley was vilified for saying "I'm not a role model"... well, he's not. Your parents are, your teachers are, you are.
Patterning your life after someone who can make an inch and a half white ball curve around a tree from 250 yards is a slippery slope. You can be inspired by them and their feats, but that's all.
I'm sad that someone I admired for his ability, dedication, and drive could fall victim to such a cliched episode. I hope the Woods' family can come out the other side of this stronger, and that Tiger comes out of it a better man.
On the other hand, he was unfaithful to his wife and children. But he doesn't owe anyone an explanation, other than his family. The ridiculous notion that he needs to come out and show remorse or tell his story is simply for the benefit of our country's insatiable appetite for gossip.
Are his actions deplorable? Absolutely. Were they selfish? Adultery always is. But thinking we deserve some act of contrition or explanation is wrong. He can answer to his God and his wife (and not necessarily in that order).
I watch golf to see Tiger win. Nothing more, nothing less. I certainly don't look to him for guidance or spiritual leadership. Charles Barkley was vilified for saying "I'm not a role model"... well, he's not. Your parents are, your teachers are, you are.
Patterning your life after someone who can make an inch and a half white ball curve around a tree from 250 yards is a slippery slope. You can be inspired by them and their feats, but that's all.
I'm sad that someone I admired for his ability, dedication, and drive could fall victim to such a cliched episode. I hope the Woods' family can come out the other side of this stronger, and that Tiger comes out of it a better man.
Signings
Deals finalized with Wolf and Counsell today.
The 2010 team just got better.
With the Wolf, Hawkins, Counsell, & arby cases, it looks like the bulk of the spending is finished. With Correia back in SD, Doug is probably turning his attention to Mulder.
The 2010 team just got better.
With the Wolf, Hawkins, Counsell, & arby cases, it looks like the bulk of the spending is finished. With Correia back in SD, Doug is probably turning his attention to Mulder.
Cam-Boogie to BoSox
2-year deal for Cameron in Beantown.
I'm surprised they went with a two. The post claims rumblings of Ellsbury to move to LF to make room for Cam.
Good for him and the Sox. Nothing but a classy man. I wonder if he gets them to Untuck 'Em, if the entire baseball fraternity will chastise the Red Sox?
I'm surprised they went with a two. The post claims rumblings of Ellsbury to move to LF to make room for Cam.
Good for him and the Sox. Nothing but a classy man. I wonder if he gets them to Untuck 'Em, if the entire baseball fraternity will chastise the Red Sox?
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Friday, December 11, 2009
Counsell Rumbling
If true, the Canadian Connection has virtually accomplished everything they set out to do this offseason. A little tweaking around the edges and we can start counting down the days before Arizona.
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