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Man RoBs Bank for $1
news.yahoo.com - Some people who need medical care but can't afford it go to the emergency room. Others just hope they'll get better. James Richard Verone robbed a bank. Earlier this month, Verone (pictured), a 59-year-old convenience store clerk, walked into a Gaston, N.C., bank and handed the cashier a note demanding $1 and medical attention. Then he waited calmly for police to show up. He's now in jail and has an appointment with a doctor this week.
This is probably one of the most absurd things I have ever heard of. You can't pay for medical care so you rob a bank for $1 just so you can get some free med care in jail. Bro, if you need to pay for medical care, and you plan to rob a bank, then rob the freakin' bank for all its got. Go hard or go home. Is it worth being ass raped on a daily basis just so you can get some meds for your back? Trust me, you will have a lot more medical problems if you stay in jail bud. Gotta learn to think things through.
Sox Light up the Board Once Again
As the weather starts heatin' up, so do the Sox. They are on an absolute tear right now. Scoring in the double digits like its their job... because it is. The combo of A-Gon and Papi is too much to handle for other team. It's gotten to the point where they have to start being intentionally walked. With the help of the Brewers pitching, the Sox scored 10 runs in the 7th last night, the most runs in an inning for them since 09 against the Indians. 1 and a half games up on the Yanks, Jeters out, goin into summer, things are looking good. If things keep up, we may have another parade on our hands. Some may say I am getting ahead of myself. Others are just marking off the days until we all reunite once again in Boston. CUE THE DUCKBOATS.
OBama Impersonator Goes too far? Really?
news.yahoo.com - UPDATE 10:35am EST: Event organizer Charlie Davis confirmed to The Ticket that Brown was pulled for "inappropriate" content.
UPDATE 11:55am EST: Davis follows up to say the racial comments were "inappropriate."
UPDATE 11:55am EST: Davis follows up to say the racial comments were "inappropriate."
Really? I mean come on? Everybody knew when they voted for the first black president, it would come with racial jokes all over the map. It's a hand in hand deal. It's like asking to send naked pictures of yourself to a little girl across the country and expect them not to be all over the internet within a matter of seconds. It just wont happen. I'm sorry. And if you are going to punish this man for that, than you need to reach far up your ass, and take that long metal rod out.
Fried Kool-Aid Anyone?
Just when you thought the world couldn't get any more ghetto, some hick out in south nowhere comes up with the idea to fry the worlds most ghetto drink (right after grape drank). I mean, what kind of mind drives a man to fry liquid crack? He is probably one of those hick babies that are the result of a brother and sister doin' it on their tractor trailer in the backyard. But I think the real problem with this whole "fried kool-aid" business is that it gives people the license to fry whatever the hell they want. Kids are gonna be asking their moms to fry their broccoli and carrots. Then when you think America couldn't get any more overweight, BAM, we all look like that dude in the video. Shape up America, shape up.
Bruins Fans are Quintessential Massholes (in a good way)
If you were not at the Bruins parade, you missed a hell of a time. Bruins fans are unique to other Boston sports. You got your Celtics fans who are the average bostonians. Love to drink, love smokin' stogies, and love talking shit. Then you got your Sox fans who range from the spoiled 8-year olds that popped right out of mama and witnessed two championships, to the old geezers who complain about games being on past their bedtime, and everyone in between. Then you got your Pats fans who's future consists of little boys who wanna grow up to be just like Brady to the little girls that wanna grow up to get railed by Brady. Then you got your Revs fans.... And then you got your B's fans. I know a lot of people hopped on the bandwagon just at the end of the playoffs because the smell of the cup was too much for them to handle, but the true B's fans are the people that are the top noch sports fans of America. B's fans don't take shit from nobody. They sat through 39 years of constant crap about how the Bruins will never be the same. Blah blah blah. But they never backed down. What do you think happened last year when we were up 3-0 against the Flyers and lost in 7? Do you think B's fans took the crap they got from Philly? Hell no. They beat their asses to the ground one by one and said, "Move to a real city, asshole." B's fans get drunk at 8 in the morning for no reason. B's fans start fights because they want to. From the tough 'Shawn Thorton' type to the hottest puck sluts you've ever seen, B's fans know how to support a team.
We in the Building
Yup. You heard right. Beantown Chalktalk is back and better than ever. This summer you wont have to settle for Barstool Sports or BroBible or any other blogs you read. Chalktalk will be your all in one Boston blog. With two of the best writers in the area, all your entertainment/news needs will be met. It's the same gang back together again. Tell your friends, family, strangers, anyone you know to like the page. Trust me, it'll be worth while. YEA WE IN THE BUILDING!!!!
Okajima No More
FORT MYERS, Fla. -- This could not have been an easy day for Hideki Okajima. After four seasons as Boston's No. 1 left-handed option out of the bullpen, the one-time "hero in the shadows" was optioned Monday to Triple-A Pawtucket as the Red Sox made their final roster decisions. The Red Sox announced that Alfredo Aceves also was optioned to Pawtucket, with Dennys Reyesretained as the bullpen's only left-hander and former Oriole Matt Albers kept as a right-handed long reliever. The decisions had as much to do with contract manipulation as performance. The Red Sox have options left on Okajima and Aceves. Albers was out of options, while Reyes had an opt-out in his deal that became moot when the Red Sox on Saturday purchased his contract, which will pay him $900,000 at the major league level.
I am going to miss this song...
Bill Walton is Back
Bill Walton has truly brought his game to a new level. Yea he was great on the court, and of course he has been a great announcer this season for the Celts, making memorable comment after comment, but he just kills it in his new commercial for Guinness. But the question is, is it better than his Reebok commercial in '91? You decide.
Not the Best Test Scores
Quarterbacks Greg McElroy and Blaine Gabbert blew the curve on the Wonderlic test at the Scouting Combine, scoring a genius-level 43 and 42, respectively.
According to Pro Football Weekly, receiver A.J. Green and cornerback Patrick Peterson notched a 10 and a nine, respectively. Both are widely believed to be on track to be drafted in the top 10.
Not the most classes they attended in college. Not that any GM in the NFL actually cares.
According to Pro Football Weekly, receiver A.J. Green and cornerback Patrick Peterson notched a 10 and a nine, respectively. Both are widely believed to be on track to be drafted in the top 10.
Not the most classes they attended in college. Not that any GM in the NFL actually cares.
Let em Play
Someone needs to tell the referees that nobody watches this tournament to see them blow their whistles. People want to see good basketball and the refs make it really hard. You literally can not go 3 times up and down the court without a stop in the action for some little touch foul. I have never seen anything like it. This is not girls lacrosse, it is division 1 basketball. These are big boys and a foul does not need to be called every single time someone gets touched. These refs are so obsessed with blowing their whistles so they can get the camera put on them. Put the damn whistles in your pocket and let the kids play. You are starting to ruin the greatest single event in sports.
I had this article written before the Pitt vs Butler game and after seeing that, it's clear they already are ruining the greatest event in sports. It is a damn shame to see officials determine the outcome of such a meaningful game. Swallow your whistle and let them play overtime.
I had this article written before the Pitt vs Butler game and after seeing that, it's clear they already are ruining the greatest event in sports. It is a damn shame to see officials determine the outcome of such a meaningful game. Swallow your whistle and let them play overtime.
the little east
Is there anything that even needs to be said? 11 teams?! What a joke.
I can't decide which is the better name, Little East or the Big Least?
I can't decide which is the better name, Little East or the Big Least?
Celtics pounded By Rockets
Whats going on with the Celtics?
Of course because the Celtics have seemingly lost every game since the trade of Kendrick Perkins, everyone is ready to throw Danny Ainge under the bus. "The defense is terrible, the new guys suck...etc". Well chill out. The Celtics are fine. They went through the same thing last year, and did the same thing the 2 years before that. Do you all have memory problems? They dominate the league in the first half of the season to show everyone who's boss, then they relax, let the Bulls take the top spot, rest the old guys, and load up for a run in the postseason. Again, it's happened before, and it is happening now. Wait until the new guys get more comfortable, and everybody gets completely healthy. They will be fine come May and June. Oh but anytime Rondo wants to start playing like Rondo again, that would be great. Its like hes reverted to '07 since his BFF got dealt away. I think he'll be back though, and so will the Celtics. Enjoy this while it lasts Thibedeau.
Of course because the Celtics have seemingly lost every game since the trade of Kendrick Perkins, everyone is ready to throw Danny Ainge under the bus. "The defense is terrible, the new guys suck...etc". Well chill out. The Celtics are fine. They went through the same thing last year, and did the same thing the 2 years before that. Do you all have memory problems? They dominate the league in the first half of the season to show everyone who's boss, then they relax, let the Bulls take the top spot, rest the old guys, and load up for a run in the postseason. Again, it's happened before, and it is happening now. Wait until the new guys get more comfortable, and everybody gets completely healthy. They will be fine come May and June. Oh but anytime Rondo wants to start playing like Rondo again, that would be great. Its like hes reverted to '07 since his BFF got dealt away. I think he'll be back though, and so will the Celtics. Enjoy this while it lasts Thibedeau.
damn good effort
After winning the America East tournament, Boston University drew #1 seed Kansas in the first round of the NCAA tournament. I am sure nobody even noticed BU on Kansas's path to the final four. Many experts predicted them to go all the way, and nobody gave BU a chance. And frankly, BU never had a chance. They are simply overmatched by the size and athleticism of the Jayhawks just like most teams in the country. But that did not stop Boston from coming out and playing hard. John Holland a senior forward for BU proved he was one of the best players on the court early on, leading BU to a lead midway through the first half. They trailed by just 4 at halftime, in a game where they were 20+ point underdogs. The Kansas lead was just 6 with 10 minutes to go, before they finally pulled away. A huge run allowed Kansas to pad the lead, and eventually win by 19. But this game was a lot more competitive than the final score showed. If it was not for that one run, BU was right in this game throughout. Sure, they didn't win, but they came to play. They played KU a lot tougher than many Big 12 teams have all season. There certainly showed by belonged in the big dance, and probably should have been a better seed. They were the best 16 seed in the tourny, and played a lot better than Georgetown did vs VCU, and Tennessee did against Michigan. Those squads and a lot of others need to look at how BU came to play on Friday and almost pulled off a monumental upset.
Big East? more like Big Bust
All season, the college basketball world has drooled over the Big East Conference. Joe Lunardi constantly raved about how they had 11 tournament worthy teams and we have never seen anything like this before. Well Joe, you and the Big East conference have turned out to be frauds. Not only are half the teams not even in the Eastern part of this country, but this conference did not deserve anywhere close to 11 teams. Louisville got beaten by a 13 seed, St Johns gets dusted by 11th seeded Gonzaga and Georgetown gets absolutely waxed by the last team in the field playing their second game in 3 days. If the Big East is that good, how good must the CAA be? Because not only did VCU slaughter G-town, but George Mason knocked off Nova as well. UConn, and Pitt are good teams, West Virginia, Marquette and Syracuse are still alive, but after that, this league is overrated. Don't get me wrong, it is still the best league in the country, but certainly not good enough to get 11 teams in a 68 team field.
Rich get richer
Krzyzewski: Irving to play in Duke's NCAA opener
Do we expect ANYTHING less from Coach K. Wait until the exact time everyone has to finish filling out their brackets, and then announce that the best point guard in the country will return to your team for the tournament. So typical of Coach K to just not give a crap about the time and money that people put into their brackets and you just sit their grinning, waiting until 12:15 to make this announcement. And Grant Hill asks why people hate Duke?
Do we expect ANYTHING less from Coach K. Wait until the exact time everyone has to finish filling out their brackets, and then announce that the best point guard in the country will return to your team for the tournament. So typical of Coach K to just not give a crap about the time and money that people put into their brackets and you just sit their grinning, waiting until 12:15 to make this announcement. And Grant Hill asks why people hate Duke?
no surprise here
GQ calls Lakers fans worst in the NBA
Mar 17, 2011, 2:17 PM EDT
You mean the people in L.A only go to games for social purposes and to be with celebrities? No Way!
I am sure there a few guys who sit in the rafters at the Staples Center 41 times a year that are up in arms about this report. There all like, "What, we are the best fans in basketball! Do you hear how loud we chant MVP for Kobe when he's shooting free throws". Well man, get real because Lakers fans suck. You and your 3 buddies might be die hards, but the majority of people are there on dates, nights out, and social gatherings. They want to see Jack and Denzel more than a Lakers win, and the second they leave the stadium, they forget the score. I'll give it to Jack, he's at every game, and is a pretty good fan for someone not from L.A. But sorry man, you are one of the few. Not only are the Celtics the best franchise in the NBA, they also have the best fans, hands down.
Mar 17, 2011, 2:17 PM EDT
You mean the people in L.A only go to games for social purposes and to be with celebrities? No Way!
I am sure there a few guys who sit in the rafters at the Staples Center 41 times a year that are up in arms about this report. There all like, "What, we are the best fans in basketball! Do you hear how loud we chant MVP for Kobe when he's shooting free throws". Well man, get real because Lakers fans suck. You and your 3 buddies might be die hards, but the majority of people are there on dates, nights out, and social gatherings. They want to see Jack and Denzel more than a Lakers win, and the second they leave the stadium, they forget the score. I'll give it to Jack, he's at every game, and is a pretty good fan for someone not from L.A. But sorry man, you are one of the few. Not only are the Celtics the best franchise in the NBA, they also have the best fans, hands down.
BU Still Dancin'
It might take a perfect game from the Terriers, and then they still might lose by 20. But hey, upsets happen in movies, so why can't a 16 finally take down a 1. Gotta happen sometime. If not though, there have already been 18 teams sent home from the big dance, and BU is not one of em.
some expert
Seth Davis is one of the more respected college basketball analysts around. He writes solid articles for SI and gives good insight throughout the year on CBS. Because he is one of the more well known "experts", I am sure a lot of people looked for his advice in filling out their brackets. Now, some people take a lot of time in doing their own research for their picks, but I know others just look to the experts and copy a lot of their picks. So let's take a look at the Southeast region of Mr. Davis' bracket.
Keep in mind that this dude is solely a college basketball analyst. That is all he does for a living. Shouldn't he be fired based on this one portion of his bracket? Old Dominion, Utah State, Belmont, St. Johns, Michigan State, all gone after the first day. I ain't mad at ya Seth, cuz I don't need your advice to fill out my bracket, but a lot of people are going to lose a lot of money based on your crappy advice. Old Dominion over Pitt? Really? And they call this guy an expert. HA!
The madness has Begun
I don't know about the rest of you, but the second the West Virginia - Clemson game tipped off at 12:15, I was stuck to the couch for the remainder of the day. And there was no better place to be than right in front of an HD TV for today's action. Today was one of the best opening round's in the history of the tournament. How about 4 out of the first 5 games being decided by 2 points or less?
- It started with Butler vs. Old Dominion. After two huge free throws to tie it for ODU, Matt Howard lays one in at the buzzer to win it for Butler. Butler continues its March magic.
- As soon as that ended, I flipped it over to the Louisville game only to see Morehead State ruin everyones bracket on a last second 3.
- If that wasn't enough, Juan Fernandez put in a shot at the horn for Temple to beat Penn State in a back and forth game.
- That game was immediately followed by the smart guys from Princeton, who hung in there until the end, only to have Brandon Knight close the deal for Kentucky. Still, a remarkable effort by Princeton to cap off a great first day.
Oh wait, that was only the first 5 games. There were still 11 more to watch, and you can bet I watched every single one and that I plan on watching all 16 games tomorrow. If your not someone who saw all the action, your missing out. There aren't any two better days than the first two days of March Madness.
Same time tomorrow Knuckleheads.
- It started with Butler vs. Old Dominion. After two huge free throws to tie it for ODU, Matt Howard lays one in at the buzzer to win it for Butler. Butler continues its March magic.
- As soon as that ended, I flipped it over to the Louisville game only to see Morehead State ruin everyones bracket on a last second 3.
- If that wasn't enough, Juan Fernandez put in a shot at the horn for Temple to beat Penn State in a back and forth game.
- That game was immediately followed by the smart guys from Princeton, who hung in there until the end, only to have Brandon Knight close the deal for Kentucky. Still, a remarkable effort by Princeton to cap off a great first day.
Oh wait, that was only the first 5 games. There were still 11 more to watch, and you can bet I watched every single one and that I plan on watching all 16 games tomorrow. If your not someone who saw all the action, your missing out. There aren't any two better days than the first two days of March Madness.
Same time tomorrow Knuckleheads.
Soccer Ball Fail
What did this kid do to deserve a soccer ball to the tush? All I know is that the guy kicking the ball probably did something worse. Karma, huh?
Tweet of the Day
Doug GottlieB... you dog
Oh Doug, you dog! This guy is just livin' the life right now. He just chills on ESPN until March Madness, then makes a few picks, and is back to his girls. He can't even keep them away long enough to finish his one segment on SportsCenter... and David Lloyd is having none of it. Has girls calling him left and right, sometimes you forget to put your phone on vibrate. You just better hope your wife doesn't watch SportsCenter.
Mac Miller : Best Day ever
Mac Miller is an rising rapper from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. If you haven't heard by now, he recently released his new mixtape, or fralbum (free album) as he likes to call it, "Best Day Ever", which has been the talk of the town. It hasn't even been a week, and it has already been downloaded over 100,000 times. It's definitely something to check out. You can download the "fralbum" here: Best Day Ever Also, check out one of his recent interviews below, which is freakin' hilarious.
Kid Stands Up To Bully
This is a recent video from Australia of a kid who supposedly had been continually bullied by that kid in the hat with the backpack. This kid finally has the balls to fight back. The only question I have is what took him so long? I mean, is he blind? Does he not see that the kid weighs 5 pounds, while he's standing there built like an O-Lineman? He took him down with ease. I'm surprised the kid didn't snap in half like a twig. And I'm not sure cause of their accents, but I'm pretty sure he said, "Catch you around" as he was walking away. Who's in charge now?
Perkins Still a Celtic at Heart
CBSSports.com - In the newest issue of ESPN the Mag , Perkins and Kevin Durant were both asked a couple of the same questions with both having mostly differing opinions. All of it was pretty interesting, but the question, “Lakers: Team to beat or old news?” brought out the best in Perk. “Yesterday’s news,” he said. “I don’t like Pau Gasol or Phil Jackson. Phil is arrogant. Pau is soft. Kobe tries to bring out his toughness, but he’s still soft.” Well then. Durant’s answer? “They’re the reigning champs and still playing like it.” See the difference there? Like I said, Perk might take a little getting used to in OKC. I actually wondered to myself if these quotes were even real or if I was missing the point of some kind of fictional, made up quote piece. Most felt when OKC got Perkins though that he was going to bring more than just defense and rebounding to the young Thunder. He was going to add toughness. Grit. And a new attitude. One of his biggest assets is the way he defends and muscles against a team like the Lakers and obviously, he's not intimidated by the defending champs a bit. I'm sure a lot of those feelings come from the fact Perkins was formerly of the Celtics who, you know, don't like the Lakers a whole lot.
Gotta love Perk. He was born a Celtic, and in the eyes of most of Boston, he should have stayed in Boston. I mean, look at Durant's answer, “They’re the reigning champs and still playing like it.” That's the voice of a player who has never truly competed. Perk knows what it's like to look into the eyes of a competitor, and go to war. He knows what it's like to have the odds against you, and come out victorious. He lives for that kinda stuff and he is on a team filled with players who play for the sake of playing. They don't have a true rival in the NBA and what fun is it to be on a team that doesn't have a rivalry. Kendrick loves Boston. Boston loves Kendrick. And that's how it's always gonna' be.
Is this the Best or Worst
Game Winning CeleBration?
In an Indiana Regional Championship game, Jerrbryon Graves sinks a shot from the opposite free-throw line, 3/4 length of the court, to win the championship. Most people would go insane, but Graves takes a different approach. After hitting the shot, he merley walks forward and untucks his jersey and lets his team parade him. The question is: Is this the worst or best celebration ever? If you ask me, this is how celebrations should be done. This kid pulls it off perfectly, acting like hes been there before. He makes everyone believe that he has hit this shot a thousand times. 'Aint nothin' but a thang. Whats your take?
Teeth Bandit Finally Caught
MyFoxBoston.com - SPRINGFIELD -- Springfield police have taken a bite out of crime by arresting a man who allegedly stole another man's gold teeth. Police got a call from the alleged victim just after 7 p.m. on Thursday. He said while he was outside a city liquor store another man had hit him across the face with a gun and demanded he hand over his ornamental gold teeth, watch and a gold chain. The suspect fled the area. Relying on a description provided by the alleged victim, police arrested 46-year-old Robert Ester of Worcester about 45 minutes later and charged him with armed robbery and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. He did not have a weapon and the teeth were not recovered. It was not clear if Ester had an attorney.
Springfield just went up a few ranks in the power rankings. I mean, if they have some 45-year-olds up there, pistol whipping people for their gold teeth, then I'm scared of what the kids do up there for fun. Dad comes home with some brand new gold teeth for his son. And what would you even do with grills that you took form someone else's mouth? Some dude walking around Springfield with some grills, my guess is the dudes got herpes or some mouth disease. Good find bro. Rather get some dudes herpe infected gold teeth than robbing the liquor store the guy just walked out of. I guess thats's where the motto, "Gold teeth over cash" came from.
kemba does it again
Kemba Walker puts the team on his back. Another buzzer beater, this time to beat #3 Pittsburgh in the Big East tournament. He continues to win games and hit big shots for UConn. He carried them through Maui, can he do the same in New York and carry his team through the Big East tournament? By the way, how are your ankles bro?
New Look-A-Likes
I was feelin' pretty generous tonight, and we are going into Spring Break soon, so I decided to throw up a few new 'Look-A-Likes' for your entertainment. Just click the link above, or click HERE
Kendry Makes a 'Name' For Himself
Yahoo.com - After seven years of having his name incorrectly spelled and announced at major and minor league ballparks all over the United States, Los Angeles Angels first baseman Kendry Morales(notes) has decided to speak up and set the record straight. His first name is actually spelled with an 's'.
Poor Kendrys. Pretty good ball player, just having some rough times. First he breaks his leg while celebrating his walk-off grand slam, and now we find out his name isn't even Kendry. I guess it could be good for him. Gives him a fresh start and a little attention to start off the season. What better way to start a season than with people talking about you. But why now? What made you wait seven years? Did the poor guy not notice, or does he just want his 3-minutes of fame. Well here it is Kendrys. For the world to see. Enjoy it while you can.
take that Blake
Sorry Blake, you just don't do it for me anymore. Yea your dunks were cool for a couple weeks and you took the league by storm, but this video just about puts a stop to that. After your less than impressive performance in Boston last night, I began to wonder what was so special about you. And this video gave me the answer. Not the most! Watch and learn how to actually jump over a car. Not the hood of one, the whole damn thing. Then this guy goes and puts it between his legs before throwing down with one hand. So take your weak dunks home Blake, because Guy Dupuy just put you to shame, and he didn't need a choir to help him out.
game of the night
In the midst of all the great college basketball games, the game of the night happens to be in the NBA. There are so many great college games on that I could not choose one, so the game of the night is the Lakers and Heat. Two teams that the Celtics are sure to knock off on their way to banner 18. So check out Kobe and Lebron whining at the refs and slapping each other on TNT at 7pm.
canadien police want chara
QUEBEC CITY -- Montreal police say they have started a criminal investigation into the on-ice hit by Boston's Zdeno Chara that left the Canadiens' Max Pacioretty with a severe concussion and cracked verterbra.
You would think these Mounties had something better to do with their time. Like keeping all of the hookers off the streets in Montreal. You can't arrest someone for playing hockey, especially in CANADA.
You would think these Mounties had something better to do with their time. Like keeping all of the hookers off the streets in Montreal. You can't arrest someone for playing hockey, especially in CANADA.
Canadiens fans crying
According to the Canadian Press, Montreal police have been 'inundated' with phone calls demanding Bruins captain Zdeno Chara's arrest. Chara was not suspended Wednesday after his hit on Max Pacioretty sent the Canadiens forward into a stanchion and left him with a severe concussion and fractured vertebrae.
And this is why we hate the Montreal Canadiens and their fans. It is really unfortunate what happened to this guy and nobody is more sorry about it than Chara. But there is just no way it was intentional. You can not possibly think that Chara saw the turnbuckle and in a split second decided he was going to knock this guys face into it. He was just finishing a check against the glass and it happened to be in a bad spot. Yes it was scary but it was just a hockey play in the wrong place on the ice. Now you have these people calling for a guys arrest. This is hockey, and all of you Canadiens especially should know that it is a dangerous sport. You are risking your body every time you lace up your skates and I am sure Pacioretty knew that just as well as anyone. Nobody in Boston called for Matt Cookes arrest when he intentionally lit up Marc Savard, and that was blatantly intentional. This was unfortunate but clean and if the Habs want to do something about it, someone step up and drop the gloves with Chara. But he might break your neck to.
And this is why we hate the Montreal Canadiens and their fans. It is really unfortunate what happened to this guy and nobody is more sorry about it than Chara. But there is just no way it was intentional. You can not possibly think that Chara saw the turnbuckle and in a split second decided he was going to knock this guys face into it. He was just finishing a check against the glass and it happened to be in a bad spot. Yes it was scary but it was just a hockey play in the wrong place on the ice. Now you have these people calling for a guys arrest. This is hockey, and all of you Canadiens especially should know that it is a dangerous sport. You are risking your body every time you lace up your skates and I am sure Pacioretty knew that just as well as anyone. Nobody in Boston called for Matt Cookes arrest when he intentionally lit up Marc Savard, and that was blatantly intentional. This was unfortunate but clean and if the Habs want to do something about it, someone step up and drop the gloves with Chara. But he might break your neck to.
rutgers gets cheated
Clearly the Big East tourney is fixed. They need St Johns to win because they play their home games at Madison Square Garden and sell out every time. If they lost today, everyone loses money because nobody wants to see Rutgers advance in this tournament. With St Johns onto the third round, the Garden will be bumpin' tomorrow and everyone will be a little richer. That's all there is to it. No mistakes by the refs, no refs afraid to blow the whistle, they needed St Johns to win and told the refs to make it happen.
Game of the night
Highflying Blake Griffin is in town tonight as the Celtics host the Blake show and the L.A Clippers. The Celtics are looking for their 6th straight win and will get their second look at the dunk contest champion. Catch the game at 7:30 on CSN.
tiki wants Back In
NEW YORK -- Tiki Barber has alerted the NFL that he plans to come out of retirement and play in the 2011 season, sources close to the former New York Giants running back said Tuesday.
Tiki claimed that the reason he wanted to return to the NFL is because he sees his brother still playing and it has reignited the fire for him. Well Tiki, your BRO hasn't stopped playing since you retired in 2006, so what has taken you so long. You want to know the real reason he wants back in? Cuz he's BROKE. After a brutal career as a broadcaster, NBC fired him. Then he left his 8 month pregnant wife for a 23 year old intern. And then it was reported that he couldn't pay his divorce settlement with his wife. So that is why Tiki Barber wants to come back to the NFL. It is just to bad that nobody wants you. The fans of the only team you ever played for booed you when you got inducted into the ring of honor at Giant Stadium, you bashed every player you ever played with, and you could never hold onto the damn football. What makes you think someone would take a risk on your soon to be 36 year old body. Sorry Tiki, just ask your much classier twin brother Ronde for a loan, and get on with your life.
Tiki claimed that the reason he wanted to return to the NFL is because he sees his brother still playing and it has reignited the fire for him. Well Tiki, your BRO hasn't stopped playing since you retired in 2006, so what has taken you so long. You want to know the real reason he wants back in? Cuz he's BROKE. After a brutal career as a broadcaster, NBC fired him. Then he left his 8 month pregnant wife for a 23 year old intern. And then it was reported that he couldn't pay his divorce settlement with his wife. So that is why Tiki Barber wants to come back to the NFL. It is just to bad that nobody wants you. The fans of the only team you ever played for booed you when you got inducted into the ring of honor at Giant Stadium, you bashed every player you ever played with, and you could never hold onto the damn football. What makes you think someone would take a risk on your soon to be 36 year old body. Sorry Tiki, just ask your much classier twin brother Ronde for a loan, and get on with your life.
Brady Caught Dancing
So Tom Brady was down in Brazil this weekend supporting his wife as she rode some float in a carnival. Some reward she got for being the hottest chick on earth. Anyway Tom was caught on tape dancing in a ponytail as he watched Giselle do her thing, and he's taking a lot of crap for it. Well I am here to tell you to back off. If your wife looked like that, no question you would be supporting her wherever she went. As for the dancing; the guy has a broken foot, and is clearly wearing a walking boot. For anyone to say he can't dance is unfair. He played an entire season on a broken foot for OUR benefit. Judging by how he moves in the pocket, I would bet he can move pretty damn well without pads on and two healthy feet. As for the ponytail...A little tough to defend here, but he is still Tom Brady. So he can wear his hair however the hell he wants. People need to spend less time worried about his fashion and dance moves and focus more on when his foot will be fully healthy.
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more tears in south Beach
If they were cryin a little after a close loss to the Bulls, they're gonna be SOBBING after getting spanked by the Blazers tonight. Thats 5 L's in a row for Lebron and company. Keep it up Bron Bron.
FoxBoro Set Out to Fine People
for PuBlic Drunkenness
FOXBORO (FOX 25 / MyFoxBoston.com) - From now on partying too hard in Foxboro will cost you to the tune of $200. In a show of hands at a special town meeting at Foxboro High School, residents voted 100 to 47 in favor of passing a bylaw that creates a $200 fine for public intoxication. During the meeting, there was some debate over whether or not police should be able to ticket those who are not taken into protective custody, but in the end, the voters supported police issuing tickets for public intoxication as well as for those who are taken into custody, where they safely sober up.
There are very few things that I remember from my first Patriots game. I don't remember the weather, I don't remember the day, and I don't remember the score. The only thing that sticks out in my mind are the 40-year-old fat drunks, chowing down on a couple of sausages, buying beer after beer, and relentlessly heckling the opposing team. It doesn't matter the weather, it doesn't matter the opponent. These fans are out there screaming their heads off for their home team and occasionally yelling out a few over-the-line comments, but that's football. Who would ever want to go to a game, where everyone sat in their seat with their mommies and daddies, saying the same old, high school cheerleader cheers and softly clapping after a great play. Pats games are about those drunk fans that get everyone out of their seats, making people do stuff they normally wouldn't do, or say stuff they normally wouldn't say. I guarantee that if this holds up, Pats lose at least 4 home games. And I wanna know who these Foxboro residents are. 100 to 47? It wasn't even close. Get those 47 guys free beer for a year and season tickets, and shun those 100 whiney moms from the state of Massachusetts. Go ruin someone else's sports team.
game of the night
It is Championship Week in college basketball, and that means we are getting closer to everyones favorite time of year. Teams are looking to punch their tickets to the big dance and all of the 'little guys' will have there chance to do so in their conference tournaments. After tonight, there will be 4 more teams with spots in the bracket. One of those spots will belong to either Gonzaga or Saint Mary's. While both teams have a shot to get in anyway, they will look to guarantee an invitation with a win in the West Coast Conference championship game tonight. Find out who will earn a spot in the field with Gonzaga and St. Mary's at 9 pm on ESPN. Also catch the CAA championship game at 7 pm on ESPN with VCU and Old Dominion. If you are a fan of a team that is on the bubble, (BC) root for Old Dominion.
BomB found at PeBBLE Beach
A very strange and alarming story coming out of Monterey Peninsula this Monday morning, as police have reported finding explosive devices attached to the cliff that holds the ninth green up on the famed Pebble Beach Golf Links, according to the Mercury News.
Ok, now these terrorists are going too damn far. Bringing a bomb on a plane or train is messed up enough, but planting one at the nicest golf course in this country? That is way over the line. Who in their right mind would want to destroy a piece of land as beautiful as this? This guy should be shot. Or just put alone in a room with Jim Nantz for 10 minutes.
Ok, now these terrorists are going too damn far. Bringing a bomb on a plane or train is messed up enough, but planting one at the nicest golf course in this country? That is way over the line. Who in their right mind would want to destroy a piece of land as beautiful as this? This guy should be shot. Or just put alone in a room with Jim Nantz for 10 minutes.
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same old heatles
Another close game against a good team, and another choke-job by the 'El Heat' on Sunday. This time it was Derrick Rose and the Bulls coming back to win on the road in Miami. Once again the Heat build a solid lead, only to go cold down the stretch and see the Bulls cap off a sweep of the season series. Yes the Heat are still 43-20, but they are now 0-9 against the elite teams in the league. And come Playoff time, those are the only teams that will be left. With Lebron and Wade missing at the buzzer, it really makes me wonder why anyone needs to be worried about the Heat. They are a sad 1-8 against the Celts, Bulls, and Magic so chances are, they won't even be reaching the conference finals this year. Plus with Carlos Arroyo coming to town, we have got a nice handle on their playbook.
Game of the Night 3/6
Today's 'Game of the Night' is more of a game of the day. Boston College hosts Wake Forest today at 12:00. This is a huge game for BC, because they are right on the bubble after that win vs. Va Tech. This win could mean seeing the Eagles in your bracket. And BC right now is rolling, and I personally would love to see what Reggie has for us once the madness begins. Tune into WSBK 38 at 12:00 pm.
Mom Leaves her Kids Because
She Has an Epiphany
Yahoo.com - Rahna Reiko Rizzuto says that she never wanted to be a mother. "I had this idea that motherhood was this really all-encompassing thing," she explained on the Today Show, where she was talking about her new memoir,"Hiroshima in the Morning." "I was afraid of being swallowed up by that." Ten years ago, when her sons were 5 and 3, Rizzuto received a fellowship to spend six months in Japan, researching a book about the survivors of Hiroshima. Four months in, when her children came to visit, she had an epiphany: She didn't want to be a full-time mother anymore. When she returned to New York, she ended her 20-year marriage and chose not to be her kids' custodial parent. Now, Rizzuto is an author and a faculty member at Goddard College in Vermont, where she teaches in creative writing. Her boys are teenagers—and, she says, they're fine. In fact, their relationship not only survived her leaving, but "has improved." "I had to leave my children to find them," she writes in an essay at Salon.com. "In my part-time motherhood, I get concentrated blocks of time when I can be that 1950s mother we idealize who was waiting in an apron with fresh cookies when we got off the school bus and wasn't too busy for anything we needed until we went to bed. I go to every parent-teacher conference; I am there for performances and baseball games."
I can't stand these nut jobs. One day, she goes running off to Japan, and a couple months later, she disowns her kids. What do you think went down on that trip? You don't just have an epiphany one day in Japan. She was 100% brainwashed. It has to be another attack on America. They are going to start taking Americans one by one, brainwashing them, making them disown their children, forcing the kids to grow up without parents, then never feeling the need to become parents, therefore stopping all reproduction in America, until the entire population in the US is obsolete. You may say farfetched, but I say thats just the way the Japanese roll.
Help em out oBama
WASHINGTON (AP)—The football fan in the White House said Thursday he expects wealthy NFL team owners and players to figure out on their own how to share the billions of dollars their sport generates.
“I’ve got a lot of other stuff to do,” President Barack Obama said, making clear he had no plans to intervene.
Like what Mr. President? A big part of your job is to keep order in this country, and can you imagine what things would be like without football on Sundays and Monday nights. People would go crazy. Guys wouldn't make it through the work day on Monday and fantasy football players would turn to drugs for a new addiction. 111 million people watched the Super Bowl, that's enough of your population to step in and make something happen. There needs to be a football season, and Barack should help make it happen.
“I’ve got a lot of other stuff to do,” President Barack Obama said, making clear he had no plans to intervene.
Like what Mr. President? A big part of your job is to keep order in this country, and can you imagine what things would be like without football on Sundays and Monday nights. People would go crazy. Guys wouldn't make it through the work day on Monday and fantasy football players would turn to drugs for a new addiction. 111 million people watched the Super Bowl, that's enough of your population to step in and make something happen. There needs to be a football season, and Barack should help make it happen.
NFL meeting update
WASHINGTON -- At the request of NFL owners, the Players Association agreed Thursday evening to extend the collective bargaining deadline 24 hours to midnight Friday.
Breaking news: the assistant head of the players association just went to take a dump! I am so sick of hearing about these stupid updates. Is there going to be a season or not? Once your all ready to grow up and decide, then make a statement. I don't want to hear about how long the meetings are or what was said, or anything else. Sorry Adam Schefter, this may mean you are out of a job.
Breaking news: the assistant head of the players association just went to take a dump! I am so sick of hearing about these stupid updates. Is there going to be a season or not? Once your all ready to grow up and decide, then make a statement. I don't want to hear about how long the meetings are or what was said, or anything else. Sorry Adam Schefter, this may mean you are out of a job.
BiBBY to the heat
Bibby settled in Thursday morning with his third team in little more than a week. He became a free agent Wednesday after clearing waivers and quickly signed with the Heat, who believe Bibby can be the last veteran piece of a championship puzzle.
Like we needed any more reason to hate this guy. Remember when he called Celtics fans, "bandwagon fans" while he was in Atlanta. Well look whose trying to ride on the back of a winning team now after whining your way out of Washington. I can't wait to see Rondo break this guys ankles. And now we can boo 4 of the Heat starters every time they touch the ball.
Like we needed any more reason to hate this guy. Remember when he called Celtics fans, "bandwagon fans" while he was in Atlanta. Well look whose trying to ride on the back of a winning team now after whining your way out of Washington. I can't wait to see Rondo break this guys ankles. And now we can boo 4 of the Heat starters every time they touch the ball.
Game of the night
Dwight Howard and the Magic will look to give it to Lebron and the Heat tonight in Miami. A battle between two of the top teams in the East as they fight for supremacy in the state of Florida. Both teams continue to chase the Celtics in the East and could each really use a win over a quality opponent.
Catch Heat vs Magic at 8 pm on TNT.
patella tendon strain for Big BaBy
Celtics insider Kyle Draper tweeted this morning that Big Baby strained the patella tendon in his left knee. That does not sound too serious, but it will probably sideline him for at least a couple of games. Last week, there is no way the Celtics would have been able to handle this injury, but with Murphy, Green, and Krstic here, they should be able to rest Baby for a little while. The injury looked a lot like KG's season ender a few years ago, but hopefully Baby will be back on the court soon. Why he felt the need to go up for a dunk with 40 seconds left and a 10 points lead, I will never understand.
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Tweet of the Day
Paul pierce
Paul Pierce has been throwing down like he's in his early twenties all year long. I'm not sure why or how but last night was another example, this time Channing Frye made the poster. Watch Pierce dunk on Fryes neck and then stare him down after. Pierce then gets a T, most likely because the ref felt bad for Channing who just got embarrassed. Between that dunk, and KG abusing him in the post all night, safe to say Frye will think twice before trying to get in Garnett's face ever again.
she didn't even get pregnant
ESPN - Brandon Davies was dismissed from BYU's basketball team after he admitted to having sexual relations with his girlfriend, the Salt Lake Tribune reported Wednesday.BYU's honor code forbids students from having premarital sex and instructs them to "live a chaste and virtuous life."
So now they're telling us he's off the team just because he had sex. I have nothing left to say. Does BYU really think kids are going to go through college without having sex until they get married? Are you trying to tell me that the BYU president thinks Jimmer Fredette is a virgin? The guy is getting with every single girl at BYU and half the girls at the schools they travel to. Who the hell wants to go school in this prison?
On a side note, # 3 BYU is getting their doors blown off by a bad New Mexico team...
So now they're telling us he's off the team just because he had sex. I have nothing left to say. Does BYU really think kids are going to go through college without having sex until they get married? Are you trying to tell me that the BYU president thinks Jimmer Fredette is a virgin? The guy is getting with every single girl at BYU and half the girls at the schools they travel to. Who the hell wants to go school in this prison?
On a side note, # 3 BYU is getting their doors blown off by a bad New Mexico team...
Sick honor code
This has to be a joke. We told you earlier today about BYU kicking their second best player, Brandon Davies off of the team for violating the schools honor code. Before, we did not know what he did wrong, but now we have been told that it is for getting his girlfriend pregnant. What kind of college is this place? The rules say you have to be married in order to have a kid. News flash Provo, it's College. Imagine if like USC or Ohio State had this same honor code. Half the freakin student body would be tossed, never mind the sports teams. How can this even be legal? The guy bangs his girlfriend, forgets a condom, and now your team can't go to the Final Four. Whoever is in charge of this code must be a huge tool because he clearly couldn't care less about his schools basketball team. I know their all high and holy over their, but how is this punishment fair. He's 19 years old let him enjoy his damn college experience, and let your city have a winning team to root for.
more scrubs
ESPN BOSTON -- After losing out to the Dallas Mavericks in their quest to add freshly bought out Corey Brewer, the Celtics are set to sign veteran swingman Sasha Pavlovic to add depth at the swingman position, a league source confirmed.
Are we really that desperate? Haven't heard this guys name since he was bricking threes all over the court for the Cavs the year they got swept in the finals. Didn't even no he was still in the league. I guess we had extra roster space, but I'd rather have an injured Marquis Daniels on the sideline for moral support and his funny tweets, than Sasha Pavlovic.
Are we really that desperate? Haven't heard this guys name since he was bricking threes all over the court for the Cavs the year they got swept in the finals. Didn't even no he was still in the league. I guess we had extra roster space, but I'd rather have an injured Marquis Daniels on the sideline for moral support and his funny tweets, than Sasha Pavlovic.
Coco crisp sighting
Another DUI during spring training this year in the MLB. This time it's old friend Coco Crisp. Coco was arrested Wednesday morning in Scottsdale, AZ. That's okay Coco, we still remember you for that brilliant display of boxing you put on at the mound against the Rays.
Papi on fire
With spring training in full blast, David Ortiz is on an absolute tear. After going 3 for 3 with a home run yesterday, Papi followed it up with another 3 for 3 performance today against the Braves. Yea I know it's only the first week of spring training, but with the way Ortiz has started the past few seasons, this is a great sign. And to think that he is going to be hitting 6th this year. Luckily for Yanks fans, they got Cliff Lee...
Oh wait, never mind: that's Bartolo Colon.
Oh wait, never mind: that's Bartolo Colon.
Sucks to be this guy
Wow. Imagine being just as ugly as Pau Gasol, but without any basketball talent. I can't think of many things worse than that.
Game of the night
The home crowd will get their first look at the Celtics in over two weeks, and a chance to see Jeff Green and Nenad Krstic in home white for the first time. Steve Nash brings his Phoenix Suns into town as they look for their 3rd straight win of their road trip. The Celtics got smoked in the desert just before the all star break, so we'll see if things go differently this time around. Keep an eye on Garnett and Channing Frye after the sack-whack KG put on Frye last time out. Tune in to the Boston Celtics vs the Phoenix Suns, tonight at 7:30 on CSN.
Tweet of the Day
chump change
Red Sox principal owner John Henry, in an interview on the radio, said that he was fined $500,000 by Major League Baseball for comments that he made about the sport's current financial system. In late 2009, Henry told the Boston Globe that "seven chronically uncompetitive teams, five of whom have had baseball’s highest operating profits," had received over $1 billion in revenue-sharing money.
Didn't stop him from buying a soccer team for 476 mill, or dishing out a couple hundred million this offseason.
Didn't stop him from buying a soccer team for 476 mill, or dishing out a couple hundred million this offseason.
BYu in trouble
On Tuesday, we learned that BYU starting forward Brandon Davies was booted of the basketball team for violating the honor code at school. BYU is the third ranked team in the country and was in position to earn a number one seed in the tourney. Davies is probably the Cougars second most important player after Jimmer, and now it will be hard for even 'The Jimmer' to lead his team to a final four on his own. My question to BYU is why they felt it necessary to kick this kid off the team? They are having one of the best seasons in school history and had a legit shot to get to Reliant Stadium. You think Kentucky bans their players from teams for breaking the honor code? Think John Wall ever cheated on a test or skipped a class? How bout Demarcus Cousins? Couldn't BYU have just swept this under the rug like everyone else does?
bruins rollin'
The B's were relatively quiet during the day of the NHL trade deadline, but that is just because they made all their noise the week before. Since moves acquiring Chris Kelly, Thomas Kaberle, and Rich Peverley, the black and yellow are on fire. The new look squad was immediately put to the test with a brutal six game road trip through Canada. The Bruins responded, going a perfect 6-0 including a win over the NHL leading Canucks. It is very rare for a team to grab all 12 possible points during a stretch like that, but that is just what the Bruins did. They now find themselves climbing up the power rankings and tied for second in the Eastern Conference with Tampa Bay, 5 points behind the Flyers. With two number 1 goaltenders playing well, including a shutout from Tuukka tonight, the Bruins look poised to make a run at the Stanley Cup. Hopefully they can keep this run going on Thursday night in a huge matchup with Tampa, but it is safe to say the Bruins are rolling, and among the elite teams in the NHL and a lot of the credit goes to GM Peter Chiarelli. The last time the Bruins won 6 straight on the road was 1972, which was also the last year the team won the Stanley Cup.
Marcus stroud
According to a report from Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Patriots have agreed to a two-year deal with defensive tackle Marcus Stroud.
Stroud was just cut by the Bills so that tells you a little about his game right now. The three time pro-bowler is 32 and hasn't been good in a while. Not going to really help the pass rush but he should give them a little depth on the D-LINE to give Vince a rest. They still need to look for a pass rusher in the draft.
Stroud was just cut by the Bills so that tells you a little about his game right now. The three time pro-bowler is 32 and hasn't been good in a while. Not going to really help the pass rush but he should give them a little depth on the D-LINE to give Vince a rest. They still need to look for a pass rusher in the draft.
aguilera arrested
LOS ANGELES -- Grammy-winning singer Christina Aguilera was arrested early Tuesday in Los Angeles for public intoxication along with her boyfriend, who was taken into custody for allegedly driving under the influence, Fox News Channel reported.
Couldn't they just have arrested her for public intoxication right when she finished screwing up the Star Spangled Banner before the Super Bowl. Clearly hammered during that. At least they got her eventually.
Couldn't they just have arrested her for public intoxication right when she finished screwing up the Star Spangled Banner before the Super Bowl. Clearly hammered during that. At least they got her eventually.
game of the night
BC gets no love in this city, but they are playing a game tonight that happens to be pretty important. At 7-7 in the ACC, the Eagles find themselves right on the tournament bubble and in need of strong finish to their season. It is likely that they will need to win their next two just to have a shot to get in. There quest to get into the big dance continues tonight in Blacksburg as Boston College takes on Virginia Tech. The Hokies are coming off a huge win against Duke and looking to improve their resume. It is a big game for both teams but especially for Boston College. Catch the game at 9 pm on ESPNU.
its official
Highly coveted free agent Troy Murphy is signing with the Boston Celtics. Sources close to the situation told ESPN.com that Murphy has chosen to join the Celtics after spending the much of the past 48 hours agonizing between Boston and the Miami Heat since reaching buyout terms with the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.
Good choice Troy, good choice. But really what the hell took you so long to decide between us and the Heat. Like do you want to be on a team run by 3 arrogant superstars or a true team with no egos that will accept you even if you turn about to be nothing but a white stiff. Doc should bench him for a while just for even thinking about choosing Erik Spoelstra over himself. But in the end he made the right choice and we're one step closer to a championship.
Good choice Troy, good choice. But really what the hell took you so long to decide between us and the Heat. Like do you want to be on a team run by 3 arrogant superstars or a true team with no egos that will accept you even if you turn about to be nothing but a white stiff. Doc should bench him for a while just for even thinking about choosing Erik Spoelstra over himself. But in the end he made the right choice and we're one step closer to a championship.
perk signs with thunder
ESPN- The Oklahoma City Thunder signed center Kendrick Perkins to a multiyear contract extension Tuesday, the team announced.
Good for Perk. He's a good guy and he gets to play the next 4 years of his career with another contender. The Thunder are a young team with a very bright future, and Perk will certainly be a big part of it. This also keeps him away from the Knicks and Heat this offseason. They are going to love him in OKC.
Good for Perk. He's a good guy and he gets to play the next 4 years of his career with another contender. The Thunder are a young team with a very bright future, and Perk will certainly be a big part of it. This also keeps him away from the Knicks and Heat this offseason. They are going to love him in OKC.
check the celtics blog for a recap of last nights game
too smart
Greg McElroy scored a 48 out of 50 on the Wonderlic test administered at the NFL Scouting Combine. The 50-question test is used by the NFL as part of its screening process, and must be completed within 12 minutes.
Every year quarterbacks take this test, and every year there is a story that jumps out from somebody's score. Whether it was Ryan Fitzpatrick from Harvard scoring a 48, or Vince Young with a whopping score of 6. The latest is Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy. Everyone knows the combine is the most overrated thing is sports and is widely referred to as overreaction day. But this Wonderlic test actually shows something. Take Vince Young. Coming out of college, the guy had all the tools and was destined to be a top pick in the draft. He was considered one of the greatest college football players of all time, and their was nothing he couldn't do on a football field. But then he walks into this testing room and scores a 6 out of 50. There are 5 year olds who could score 6 out of 50. However, the Titans ignore the test, pick him 3rd and look what happens. The guy can't read a defense nevermind complete a pass. I bet they wish they took that score into account. Well now take McElroy. There are two things I read from the news of his score. What is he doing trying to make it in the NFL? and Why did he go to Alabama? The guy has no need to be playing in this league. He is not a great player and would be a 2nd string QB at best. So why waste your best years standing on the sidelines with a headset and a clipboard, when you could be curing cancer, or working for NASA. Best case scenario, you win a starting job for a really bad team, and get you head bashed in because your offensive line sucks, and now that great brian of yours turns into a vegetable. Please Greg, hang up the cleats. Secondly, I did not know Bama was the place for guys like this. Nothing against Bama, but Fitzpatrick did it right by at least starring at Harvard. So while teams need to pay more attention to the test and pass on the dummies, players need to pay attention also. If your this smart, walk away.
Every year quarterbacks take this test, and every year there is a story that jumps out from somebody's score. Whether it was Ryan Fitzpatrick from Harvard scoring a 48, or Vince Young with a whopping score of 6. The latest is Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy. Everyone knows the combine is the most overrated thing is sports and is widely referred to as overreaction day. But this Wonderlic test actually shows something. Take Vince Young. Coming out of college, the guy had all the tools and was destined to be a top pick in the draft. He was considered one of the greatest college football players of all time, and their was nothing he couldn't do on a football field. But then he walks into this testing room and scores a 6 out of 50. There are 5 year olds who could score 6 out of 50. However, the Titans ignore the test, pick him 3rd and look what happens. The guy can't read a defense nevermind complete a pass. I bet they wish they took that score into account. Well now take McElroy. There are two things I read from the news of his score. What is he doing trying to make it in the NFL? and Why did he go to Alabama? The guy has no need to be playing in this league. He is not a great player and would be a 2nd string QB at best. So why waste your best years standing on the sidelines with a headset and a clipboard, when you could be curing cancer, or working for NASA. Best case scenario, you win a starting job for a really bad team, and get you head bashed in because your offensive line sucks, and now that great brian of yours turns into a vegetable. Please Greg, hang up the cleats. Secondly, I did not know Bama was the place for guys like this. Nothing against Bama, but Fitzpatrick did it right by at least starring at Harvard. So while teams need to pay more attention to the test and pass on the dummies, players need to pay attention also. If your this smart, walk away.
Racist Owner CeleBrates Black History Month...
In the Wrong Month
Sports.Yahoo.com - Black History Month has been celebrated in the United States since 1976, and entire generations of Americans have grown up knowing that Black History Month falls every year in February. Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling doesn't appear to either know this, or he doesn't appear to care. Either way, he's celebrating Black History Month in March this year. So says an ad he took out on Sunday in the Los Angeles Times, celebrating Black History Month in a March 2 game between his Clippers and the Houston Rockets.
Donald Sterling is known for his racist remarks towards some of his players in the locker room, one player being Baron Davis. That being said, I think he is a changed man. I mean look how generous this event is! He plans to give 1,000 tickets away to 'underprivileged' children, who have to have an adult accompany them so they have to buy a ticket anyway. How would he determine an 'underprivileged' kid? My guess, by looking at Sterling's past, probably their skin color. Sorry poor white kids, you just don't cut it. Lastly, did anyone realize that this game is March 2nd, and Black History Month is only the month of February? Some of us forget our anniversaries, peoples birthdays, but I have never met someone who forgot about a whole month! At least he squeezed it in right at the beginning of March. A for effort, right?
losing
There's another blog out there that a lot of you are probably very familiar with. I am not going to mention the name, I'm just here to give them some advice. Please shut the hell up about Charlie Sheen. Hop off of the guys dick. Every time you log on its a picture of him, a video, a story, a dumb t-shirt with his face on it. Who the hell knew that being a freakin' coke head gets you so much respect on a website. I guess that says a lot about the people working over there.
Celtics "FAN" in the Association: Episode 3
This was the only problem I had with this weeks episode, aside from all the crying I did on that whole section on Perk. This fan makes his first appearance at 8:45 in the film, and shows up again at 11:40. He is probably the worst representation of a Boston Celtics fan I have ever seen. "Dude, revenge game to the max." Is he serious, or was he trying to be funny, because the look on his face was serious. This 'dude' lives in LA, so right off the bat, anyone in Boston has the upper hand. Second off, when he said, "Lakers fans, see you in the finals, baby " right there he is guaranteeing the Lakers will make the finals. Third, he said "We needed this win more than anybody", yet there are only two teams playing, so is anybody the Lakers? Fourth, he is wearing a trucker hat. If people outside of Boston watched this episode, they are probably ripping on Celtics fans based on that poor performance, and we all know we have the best fans in the league. Very disappointing.
C'mon Delonte
WEEI.com - Delonte West sprained his right ankle during an informal workout on Sunday when he stepped on another player's foot and will be out for the Celtics game Monday night against the Jazz. West also is questionable for Wednesday's game vs. the Suns. This latest injury once again puts the Celtics in a bind as West is the only experienced point guard on the roster behind Rajon Rondo, following Nate Robinson's trade to the Thunder.
When do we start to put the J.D. Drew tag on Delonte. Yea I know he is a good player and we need him badly, but when is enough enough. The guy can't stay on the damn court. And when he's not hurt, he's suspended for carrying loaded guns in a guitar case. I really hope he isn't soft, but it would be nice to see him string together a week or two without breaking his wrist or spraining his ankle.
When do we start to put the J.D. Drew tag on Delonte. Yea I know he is a good player and we need him badly, but when is enough enough. The guy can't stay on the damn court. And when he's not hurt, he's suspended for carrying loaded guns in a guitar case. I really hope he isn't soft, but it would be nice to see him string together a week or two without breaking his wrist or spraining his ankle.
Kobe being kobe
After missing two free throws down the stretch of the Lakers Thunder game on Sunday, Lamar Odom returned to the huddle, and his teammates telling him not to worry and that he will make the next ones. Kobe Bryant wasn't one of those mates. Kobe proceeded to whip a towel into Odom's face. Hey Kobe, if you hadn't missed 14 shots during the game, you wouldn't have needed those free throws. This is so typical Kobe though. "I can miss all the shots I take, and it's okay because I'm the best player in the league, but if one of you guys miss a shot or two, I'm gonna scowl at you and throw towels in your face." Just what I would want out of the leader of my team.
newest celtic
WEEI.com - The Warriors and Murphy reached a buyout deal Sunday, reports A. Sherrod Blakely of CSN New England. Once he clears waivers Murphy will be a free agent (and he will clear waivers, nobody wants to pick up that contract). Then he is likely headed to Boston, Blakely said.
It is not a done deal, but it appears Murphy will become the latest to join the C's. The Heat and Knicks are also expected to make runs at him, but the Celts should be able to grab him. He is obviously not the answer, but he is a nice piece off the bench and has the ability to score and rebound. He also gives Kristic a much needed friend on the team.
It is not a done deal, but it appears Murphy will become the latest to join the C's. The Heat and Knicks are also expected to make runs at him, but the Celts should be able to grab him. He is obviously not the answer, but he is a nice piece off the bench and has the ability to score and rebound. He also gives Kristic a much needed friend on the team.
Male Cheerleaders...
Yahoo!News - Convinced that Kyle Kuric's apparent game-sealing dunk in the final second of overtime marked the end of the game, the cheerleader walked onto the court and hurled the ball high in the air in celebration. The only problem was five tenths of a second remained on the clock, causing the referees to assess a technical foul for delay of game on the unsuspecting cheerleader.
I really do not understand what the guy is doing, running on the court and picking up the ball, as if he had just won a national championship. Dude, you are a male cheerleader. You are the absolute last thing anyone wants to see when they come to a game, so what the hell are you doing running on the court. People want to see the game, then they want to see the females dance around half naked during timeouts. The only reason you are there, is to hold the girls up so the guys in the cheap seats can get a view. If you aren't holding a girl up over your head, then sit your ass down and stay off the court. He better be thankful the last shot didn't go in because there's no way he would have made it out of there alive. No chance Pitino ever lets this guy near his gym again.
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11 Year-Old Wins Free Pizza For a Year
ESPN - 11-year-old Cody Collins makes half-court shot and wins free pizza for a year.
We posted something earlier about that old guy that made the ridiculous hockey shot for $50,000 to be donated to a charity, and they ended up finding a way out of it. But not this time, no way. If Cody doesn't get free pizza for him and his friends for a full 365 days, all hell will break loose. It's one thing to screw over a chairty, but to screw over a fifth grader? When Cody wants pizza for breakfast, he better get pizza for breakfast. And if Cody wants pizza when he is taking a dump from the pizza he had at breakfast, he better get that pizza delivered to his bathroom door. And did ESPN say that this is something only an 11 year-old would appreciate? How about the entire continent of Africa.
Not so fast NY
After giving up their whole roster for Melo, the Knick faithful deemed their squad immediate contenders. HAHA! Perhaps they forgot that their two best players have never played a possession of defense in their careers and neither of them can pass the ball. So before the Knicks can think about knocking off the Celtics, maybe they should first try and get by the worst team in the NBA. How about giving up 115 points to the Cavs. So relax Spike, "Stat and Melo" can put up all the numbers they want, your boys aren't making it out of the first round.
Nenad krstic
For those who know nothing about Nenad Krstic, here is the most well known moment of his basketball career.
Kg reaction to trades
Don't panic!
In order to fill one of the two roster spots voided by the three trade deadline deals made on Thursday, the Celtics signed the NBA Development League's Chris Johnson of the Dakota Wizards to a 10-day contract and expect him to play against the Nuggets, according to Fan House.
No worries. Danny knew what he was doing the whole time! While shipping out the leagues top defensive center and his only healthy backup, he had a plan the entire time. So not to worry Boston, C.J is on the way. Straight from the D-league. No need for Shaq and Jermaine to rush back cuz we just got Chris Johnson. Look out Dwight Howard.
No worries. Danny knew what he was doing the whole time! While shipping out the leagues top defensive center and his only healthy backup, he had a plan the entire time. So not to worry Boston, C.J is on the way. Straight from the D-league. No need for Shaq and Jermaine to rush back cuz we just got Chris Johnson. Look out Dwight Howard.
BYE BYE perk
Celtics trade Kendrick Perkins and Nate Robinson for Jeff Green and Nenad Kristic. Like most, I am speechless and do not understand the move. It seems like it would very tough for the C's to beat the Lakers or Magic without Perk. Nobody plays better defense in the post than him. The team chemistry seemed very ideal and I understand the need for a backup 3, but where do you set your limits? With Shaq and J.O. banged up, there is now a complete lack of size up front and that was the big advantage Boston had over Miami. After news about the deal, I had to think there would be more news coming. Surely the Celts would add another piece, but that was not the case. Instead, they shipped off Semih and Luke to Cleveland for a pick, and Marquis for cash. All of this makes me wonder if the Celtics really are making a run at the title this year, or are they already looking to the future. A big part of determining that will be the play of Green and Kristic. Green is a guy that the Celtics have always liked. They drafted him and gave him up in the Ray Allen deal, but have kept an eye on him since. He is a 3/4 man and will provide depth at both positions. He's a good scorer, decent defender and rebounder and can knock down the open 3. He should be a good addition and I expect him to play well. In Kristic, the C's get a big man, who can knock down the 12-15 foot jumper but is not nearly the player Perk was on D. He is not a shot blocker, or rebounder and is pretty soft. With Semih and Luke gone, hopefully he can step in and fill the role of the only white boy on the squad. At this point, we can only hope that Danny Ainge is doing what is best for the franchise, and we have no reason to doubt that is the case. Hopefully this will pay off in the long run, but the Celts can still make a run at banner 18 in 2011.
NBA Trade Deadline updates
As the 3 pm trading deadline approaches, get up to the minute updates on trades around the league. By now everybody knows about Melo and D-Will, but there will be many other trades throughout the course of the day. The Celtics are among the teams looking to deal, so check here for any trade news.
-Wizards send Kirk Hinrich and Hilton Armstrong to the Hawks for Mike Bibby, Maurice Evans, and Jordan Crawford.
-Cavaliers trade Mo WIlliams and Jamario Moon to the Clippers for Baron Davis and a 1st round pick.
-Wizards send Kirk Hinrich and Hilton Armstrong to the Hawks for Mike Bibby, Maurice Evans, and Jordan Crawford.
-Cavaliers trade Mo WIlliams and Jamario Moon to the Clippers for Baron Davis and a 1st round pick.
Are They Talking ABout Barstool?
DUDLEY (FOX 25 / MyFoxBoston.com) - A group of people, possibly some high school students, may be facing charges for posting photographs of underage girls. Dudley Police Chief Steven Wojnar says the website contains a collection of compromising snapshots of underage teen girls. Police say they got a call from an official at Shepherd Hill Regional High School notifying them about the pictures. Investigators then followed a trail to a website created specifically to put the pictures on display. Police say there were at least 10 photos featuring different underage teens, some partially nude. State and local police are still investigating, but say whoever is responsible will face serious charges. While some of the students involved in this do attend Shepherd Hill HS in Dudley, police say the school itself is not involved.
Is this article about Barstool? Probably not, but we don't know if Pres slips a few high school girls into his 'Smokeshows'. Even if it isn't about El Pres, after reading this article, he is definitely sweating a few bricks over there at HQ.
Kid StaBs StepDad Over Chicken Patty
SALT LAKE CITY (FOX 25 / MyFoxBoston.com) - A Utah man was in critical condition Tuesday after he was allegedly stabbed by his 13-year-old stepson in a dispute over a chicken patty. Police said a fight over food between a nine-year-old boy and his 13-year-old brother turned violent at a Salt Lake City apartment complex Monday morning and that their stepfather stepped in to break it up, local news channel KSTU reported Tuesday. The 13 year old then grabbed a large kitchen knife and stabbed his stepfather in the back, police said. The younger brother told officers that he was scared of what his brother would do next, so he called 911, adding that "it's because he said to my mom, 'I'm going to stab you next.'" The child continued, "[The man] said, 'Don't throw the patty in the garbage. That's wasting food,'" adding that his brother then became violent. "He just started hitting me. My dad stopped him, and then they started fighting each other." Lt. Bryce Johnson, of Salt Lake City Police, said, "My understanding is the children were all arguing over food. You know, I guess, 'You're eating my food.' Kind of a typical argument I guess children get into. And it kind of escalated from there." The knifed man was taken to the hospital with critical injuries, but they did not appear to be life-threatening. The 13-year-old boy ran off after the stabbing but was tracked down by police and taken to a juvenile detention center, charged with aggravated assault.
Lt. Bryce Johnson acted like he had seen this before. "My understanding is the children were all arguing over food. You know, I guess, 'You're eating my food.' Kind of a typical argument I guess children get into. And it kind of escalated from there." You are missing a whole lot of information there, buddy. A food argument doesn't just escalate to a stabbing. Maybe in some cases, but it really depends on the meal. I'd say a nice, fat, juicy, sirloin steak is 'stab your stepfather in the back' food. A chicken patty is at most a 'light slap on the arm' food. But who knows, maybe out there in Salt Lake City, chicken patties are the closest thing they have to steak.
Game of the night
Two of the top teams in the Western Conference meet up tonight in San Antonio. Durantula leads the Thunder to face Timmy and the Spurs at 7 pm on ESPN.
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Russians do it again
Nets land Deron Williams
After missing out on Melo, Prokhorov didn't wait long to make his first big splash as an NBA owner. The Nets took their first step in trying to keep up with the Celtics and the new look Knicks in the Atlantic. Division games should be a lot more interesting in the future. Here is a look at the trade:
Nets Recieve: Deron Williams, Dan Gadzuric, Brandan Wright
Jazz Recieve: Derrick Favors, Devin Harris, 2 first round draft picks, $3 million
Warriors Recieve: Troy Murphy
It is clear the Nets owner knows what he is doing. First, he forces the Knicks to give up much more than they wanted to get Melo, then he lands an all-star point guard. Williams is probably a better all around player than Melo and a great guy to start building a franchise around.
After missing out on Melo, Prokhorov didn't wait long to make his first big splash as an NBA owner. The Nets took their first step in trying to keep up with the Celtics and the new look Knicks in the Atlantic. Division games should be a lot more interesting in the future. Here is a look at the trade:
Nets Recieve: Deron Williams, Dan Gadzuric, Brandan Wright
Jazz Recieve: Derrick Favors, Devin Harris, 2 first round draft picks, $3 million
Warriors Recieve: Troy Murphy
It is clear the Nets owner knows what he is doing. First, he forces the Knicks to give up much more than they wanted to get Melo, then he lands an all-star point guard. Williams is probably a better all around player than Melo and a great guy to start building a franchise around.
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Knicks Trade away future
So the Knicks finally got 'Melo this weekend, but unfortunately for them they gave up four starters and a lot of their future. At least they have two lazy ball stopping players who hate defense.
Celtics Recap
At some point in the second quarter last night, it was beginning to look like "one of those games" for the C's. The type of game that was a frequent occurrence last year , when the Celts would let a young energetic team gain confidence by getting a few transition hoops and run away with the game. The type of game that would provide every ESPN analyst prime material to call the Celtics too old and tired to make a serious playoff push. But last night you could visibly see the C's realize how superior they are to the Warriors, and stop trying to play Golden State's game (chaotic running around and shooting early in the shot clock), and start playing their game (beautiful half court execution, where the extra pass almost always leads to a make-able shot.)
On his 25th birthday, Rondo willed his team to overcome the college atmosphere of Oracle Arena, and when the starters joined him back on the floor early in the 4th quarter, Rondo decided to put the game further than a few ridiculous Warrior three pointers away.
The Celtics all claim that the #1 seed is important to them this year, and when they pull out games like last night's, you can tell that they mean it. As awesome as it was to shut up all the writers who picked the Heat to upset the Celtics in the first round last year, I'd feel much more comfortable if we could snag the #1 seed and heckle Joakim Noah, Dwight and Lebron in 4 out of 7 games per series. We can win on the road, but no one can win in the Garden so I think ultimately, playing the starters a few extra minutes in games like last night are worth it when the Heat are breathing down our necks in the standings.
Now time to keep it up against a supporting cast in Denver that just lost the star to their movie.
Other Notes:
-Even though Delonte was painfully ineffective, good to see him back on the court and I'm sure it won't take long for him to get his legs back.
-Scary seeing Perk limp up and down the court, but luckily it's just a bruise and even luckier it's the left knee, not the one that he just spent months and months recovering. Still, we can't afford to have another big down on the shelf for any period of time right now.
-How hilarious was Bill Walton? Definitely worth staying up for a west coast game just to hear him and Mike go back and forth.
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Gun Found in Cheerios Box
DORCHESTER (FOX 25 / MyFoxBoston.com) - Police found much more than Cracker Jacks or a decoder ring inside of a box of Cheerios. They say two men tried to hide a gun inside the cereal box. Two men were shot on Washington Street in Dorchester on Monday evening. Later on in the evening police received a call from a woman who said she witnessed the shooting and was being assaulted because of it. They arrested Michael Wiggins and Lamar Brison. A search of their home revealed clothing the witness described the suspect was wearing at the time of the assault, a described sock used to hide the firearm with a bullet hole in it and a loaded firearm in a Cheerios box.
This is ridiculous. I mean, who has ever found cracker jacks or a decoder ring in a box of cheerios, never mind a gun. Maybe in like the 50's, when people actually ate cracker jacks or knew what a decoder ring was. And I don't get it. Did they put the gun in a sock and then put it in a box of cheerios. I guess that makes sense. Maybe they thought the box of cheerios wasn't a good enough cover, so they decided to stuff it in a sock that will most likely take the form of a gun. At least get rid of the evidence. Not too many people have socks with bullet holes lying around their house. Then again, it is Dorchester.
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Charles Barkley Has Done it Again
Some of the NBA analysts had a mock All-Star draft of all of the past all stars, to each create their own All-Star dream team. Chuck had the first overall pick in the draft, to draft any of the All-Star players of all time. With everyone expecting Barkley to pick the leagues greatest player of all time, Michael Jordan, he goes ahead and chooses Allen Iverson. I thought he couldn't do anything stupider when he called himself a dumb-ass on T.V. but did he really just pick Allen Iverson over the face of the NBA? C'mon Chuck.
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Public Enemies
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3-point Shootout
Ray Allen: 60%
Paul Pierce: 40%
Game of the night
With the NBA All Star break upon us, we turn our focus to college basketball with a Friday night treat in the Big East. Two of the best and most exciting teams to watch in the country: #12 Uconn vs #16 Louisville. Kemba, coming off a 31 point performance vs G-town leads his squad into Louisville where Rick Pitino has his Cards on a roll. Both teams are 8-5 in the conference and looking to move up in the standings. Keep an eye on Dorchester product Jamal Coombs-McDaniel, who has been putting up huge numbers for Uconn lately. Tune in at 9pm on ESPN.
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Firefighter Threatens to Blow up Home
(FOX 25 / MyFoxBoston.com) -- Richard Desimone is a Newton firefighter, but police say the 42-year-old is also a drug dealer who resorted to violent threats because he was trying to collect money owed to him. Holliston Police are charging Desimone with threats to commit a crime after they say he threatened to blow up the house where 19-year-old Michael Terranova lives. According to the police report, Desimone met Terranova last summer while the teenager was working at this milord gas station and that Desimone started giving Terranova Percocets with the agreement that he would sell them and pay him back. The firefighter was trying to collect a debt from Terranova and allegedly had the teenager's friend tell Terranova's father that "your house is going to be blown up by 8 a.m. tomorrow morning unless he pays the $800."
Nothing better to get that ol' funny bone going than some classic irony. A firefighter threatening to blow up his drug dealing protege's house over $800. As 'South Park' said, "If irony was strawberries, we would be drinkin' a whole lot of smoothies right now." But something else that blows my mind about this article is, who would buy drugs from a 42 year old? This kid is 19. He doesn't have any friends who can find some percocets?
Happy Birthday Mj
Happy Birthday Michael Jordan. The greatest basketball player in the history of the world turned 48 today. This should be a freakin national holiday for sure. Im sure his Airness will be out on the town tonight partying it up like he's back in his playing days. Who knows, maybe he's got some more of those days left in him. Don't put a comeback at age 50 past Mike. I'm sure he' d go out and drop 20 a night. Easy.
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Another DUI for miguel
Cabrera, 27, was spotted by a deputy in a car with a smoking engine alongside a road in Fort Pierce. Inside the vehicle, Cabrera smelled of alcohol, had slurred speech and took a swig from a bottle of scotch in front of a deputy, according to the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office. He refused to cooperate and more deputies were called to the scene.
2010: .328 AVG 38 HR 126 RBI .420 OBP
Sounds like the perfect DH for the Sox next season.
2010: .328 AVG 38 HR 126 RBI .420 OBP
Sounds like the perfect DH for the Sox next season.
Game of the night
Two of the best teams in the NBA meet tonight in Chicago. The Bulls featuring one of the most exciting players in Basketball; Derrick Rose, look to keep pace in the east, while the Spurs try and maintain the best record in the NBA. The Bulls seem to never lose at home, but the Spurs have only 9 losses all year. This is bound to be one of the best games of the season and you can catch it on TNT at 8pm.
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Time to panic in la la land
Kim Kardashian Decides to Switch Things Up
No one can deny that Kim Kardashian is definitely one of the hotter Armenians that are still around today. And her boyfriends are no disappointment. Up until now, Kim's partner has been well known in the pop culture world. Reggie Bush, one of the leagues top running backs despite his rough season. Miles Austin, who is becoming the face of the Dallas Cowboys. And Ray-J (not a huge fan of his music, but didn't hate the porno). But where did Kris Humphries come from? She turned down Super Bowl rings and Grammy awards for a guy who doesn't start for a 17-40 New Jersey Nets team? Lets check the stats from his game tonight against the C's. 22 minutes, 5 points, 6 rebounds. But I guess you can't base a relationship strictly on one's profession. Maybe he's a good guy. Or maybe she's just laying low for a while. Decides to date a bum to take all eyes off her, and then BOOM, next thing you know she's back and getting railed by Barack Obama. Touche Kim, touche.
Cromartie Island
Appearing on NFL Network’s Total Access program Wednesday night, Mike Lombardi cited multiple sources to report that the Jets are likely to let free agent cornerback Antonio Cromartie walk this offseason.
Over/Under on how many chicks Cro knocked up while with the Jets? I'll set it at 4.
Over/Under on how many chicks Cro knocked up while with the Jets? I'll set it at 4.
Game of the night
Forget the NBA tonight. Nothin beats Big East basketball. Two teams battling it out, looking for some good seeding in the tournament. Tune in online at ESPN3.com to watch Georgetown vs Uconn. Kemba vs Freeman, as we get closer to March Madness.
Insurance Company Doesn't pay Charity
for Ridiculous Hockey Shot
NBC Pro Hockey Talk -- A fan who made an incredible shot for charity at an Indiana Ice minor league hockey game promotion (video below) will not get the chance to give his prize money to charity, because an insurance company deemed the shot illegal. Mr. Potter from It’s a Wonderful Life approves. Richard Marsh hit the 3-inch-diameter puck an estimated 175 feet into a target slightly larger than 3 inches wide, winning the $50,000 prize in the team’s “Hockey for Heart” promotion for St. Vincent Heart Center of Indiana. Making this an even better ending, Marsh had announced before the shot that he would donate all of the money to St. Vincent Heart Center if he won. The promotion was sponsored by AllState Insurance, but a third-party insurance company hired by the Ice was responsible for the payout. That company — which remains unnamed — voided the payout, ruling that Marsh had released the shot over the designated starting line, which was against the rules.
I always knew these halftime shots for thousands of dollars were huge scams. I honestly could care less if you get paid for the shot, but when the money is going to charity? He was a foot over the line. Cut the guy some slack. Doesn't have a shot in hell, some minor league 'no name' promises $50,000 expecting this geezer to throw out his back halfway through the shot, and completely wiff. You know what I say to this? Corn-dogs Jackie. Corn-dogs.
Lowell StaBBINGS
7 News Boston -- Officers arrested 20-year-old Stephanie Gonzalez on Sunday night. She will be arraigned on Monday. Investigators said two women were stabbed on Wilder Street around 5 p.m. on Sunday. One of the victims was a 17-year old who is pregnant - she was airlifted to Brigham and Woman’s hospital and was last listed in stable condition. According to police, a second victim suffered a stab wound to her hand. The victims’ names have not been released. Police are still investigating the motive for the double stabbing.
Lowell sounds nice. I mean, they definitely know how to have a good time. Granted, stabbing babies in the head may not be your cup of tea, but maybe it just does it for them down there. But here's why I love the story. Ms. Gonzalez doesn't just stop there. She could of ran away or cowered in fear, but she was just so psyched about the first stabbing that she was said to herself "Gimme someones hand!" Go hard or go home, right? We can't be sure, but one can only hope that Stephanie resisted arrest. Not all stories can have fairytale endings.
Delonte hit again
NBC Pro Basketball Talk -- UPDATE 2:09 pm: West got hit on his surgically repaired wrist during Tuesday’s Celtics practice, hard enough that the team has taken him for X-rays, according to a tweet by Chris Forsberg of ESPNBoston.
You gotta be kidding me. This better not be a setback, because this could be the dumbest thing the Celtics have done in a while. The C's have 1 game in the next 9 days, including a much needed all star break and they decide to try and rush Delonte back early for the Nets game Wednesday. Why not let him use the time to completely heal. Hopefully Forsberg is wrong, but if not, the only thing West can do is sit back, hope for the best, and call up Ms. James for some more of that sweet, sweet lovin'.
You gotta be kidding me. This better not be a setback, because this could be the dumbest thing the Celtics have done in a while. The C's have 1 game in the next 9 days, including a much needed all star break and they decide to try and rush Delonte back early for the Nets game Wednesday. Why not let him use the time to completely heal. Hopefully Forsberg is wrong, but if not, the only thing West can do is sit back, hope for the best, and call up Ms. James for some more of that sweet, sweet lovin'.
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Game of the night
Another segment that we will feature is the game of the night. A common problem many sports fans face is finding what game they want to spend their night watching. We will give advice on the game to watch that night. It may be a C's or B's game, maybe a good NCAA game or any intriguing matchup. Tonight is a rather slow night in the sports world, but any time the Leafs are in town, there is reason to watch. So tonight's game of the night is Bruins vs. Maple Leafs. Phil Kessel is back in town and the Black and Gold are looking to expand their division lead. Catch the game at 7pm on NESN.
Tagged
The Patriots have announced that they have placed the Franchise Tag on Logan Mankins. The Pro BowlGuard will receive $10.1 Million to play this season for New England. While they have not been able to reach a long term agreement, the Patriots maintain Mankins is a part of their long term plans, and they will continue to try and work a deal out.
Great news. The guy is probably the best lineman in football, and is a huge part of this team. He turns 'no name' running backs, into thousand yard rushers and keeps Brady's hair clean and untouched. He's an All-Pro and only needed half a season to get it. So he might not be happy, but that's a good thing. The guy is the angriest man in football and plays his best when he's pissed off. Now let's just hope they play this damn season so we can get back to winning Superbowls.
Great news. The guy is probably the best lineman in football, and is a huge part of this team. He turns 'no name' running backs, into thousand yard rushers and keeps Brady's hair clean and untouched. He's an All-Pro and only needed half a season to get it. So he might not be happy, but that's a good thing. The guy is the angriest man in football and plays his best when he's pissed off. Now let's just hope they play this damn season so we can get back to winning Superbowls.
wrestling coach charged with child porn
NORTH ANDOVER -- One of the most successful high school wrestling coaches in Massachusetts is headed to court to face possession of child pornography charges. David Castricone of North Andover was arrested Monday and is scheduled to be arraigned Tuesday in Lawrence District Court. Police say they received information last week that prompted a search of the 60-year-old Castricone’s home. Police say they recovered evidence during the search, but would not be more specific. Castricone, who owns a roofing and siding business, has coached wrestling in Massachusetts for 38 years, the last 25 at North Andover High School. He has an overall record of 681-142-3 and two state championships. School officials say he resigned on Monday citing "health and personal reasons." A listed number for Castricone was not answered.
Guys a living legend over there at the North Andover public school system, and boom, just like that he's gone. Done, and without any hesitation by the board. Listen, I know these stories always end up with the inevitable tags of this guy being labeled a pervert and some type of molester, but I know his type. Long day at the office, kids aren't buying into the whole "if you can wrestle me, you can wrestle anyone" routine, and you know for a fact that these kids did not help Coach C roll those mats up. Finally, he's in the comfort of his own house. One thing leads to another, and next thing you know dudes bustin' a nut to some borderline 18 year old girl on the internet. It's just too bad he doesn't reside in New York, in which case this is all pushed to the side and just thought as an exceptional way to relieve stress. But nope, Castricone is finished. His time as a Scarlet Knight has concluded. And to the school board, let me just hit you with some truly outstanding numbers: Almost 700 career wins, and 2 Class-B State Championships. And your willing to give all that up just for the 5 counts of child pornography possession? TNG. Someone really should of shown Coach C how to delete his history.
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'Gear Frontier' is another part of the site which basically jus promotes fresh clothing. In order to help the guy readers out, we are going to have a new clothing item every few days to keep our readers lookin good. With each clothing item, we will provide the link to buy it.
Public Enemies
The majority of the content on this site will be about Boston Sports, and that is because we live in the greatest sports city in the world. Anyone who tries to argue otherwise, just hasn't been paying much attention to life over the past 10 years. All 4 major sports teams are contenders, and 3 of them have recent championships. And because we're the greatest, people like to hate on us. So we can hate right back, and for good reason. It is funny because while people like to hate on our classy and championship caliber players, these other teams consist of rapists, drunks, and all around arrogant douche bags. So here are the top 5 Public Enemies of Boston.
RAPELISBERGER
Not only is he ugly as balls, but the comparisons to Brady have really pissed me off lately. He is nowhere near Tom and never will be. He's a drunk and he assaults chicks. Real class act.
A-Roid
The roided freak really blew it when he signed with the Yankees. He's probably hated by every Yankee fan, but we hate him unconditionally here. He's a cheater who loves wearing purple lip gloss.
OREO LICKERS
Nose-picking goobers.
Queen James
I don't really care how good of a player he is, or how good his numbers are. The guy's never won jack shit, and that is not about to change this year. His true colors showed during free agency with one selfish act after another. He is an arrogant self centered ass and he can't win the big game.
Kobe
Now there's no arguing this guys a great player, and he's got the rings to prove it, but we still love to hate him here. We still remember the Denver hotel room incident and we will most certainly get revenge in the NBA finals this year and knock that dumbass scowl off his mug.
Look-a-Likes
One segment of this site that we hope will become a big hit is Look-a-Likes. Nothin funnier than seeing a celebrity that looks just like a squirrel. Our first one is a classic. New England's newest MVP, Tom Brady, and the king of the jungle. Send us e-mail submissions of Look-a-Like ideas, and if they get us laughing, we will put em up. Check the "Look-a-Likes" tab at the top of the page for the newest look-a-likes.
Welcome Chalkies
This is the launch of Boston’s newest blog site: Beantown ChalkTalk. This site will cover everything from sports, girls, current events, and weirdos around town. It’s time for some young blood in the blogging world. We know our shit and we are the future of sports blogging in this great city. We’re open to your suggestions on how we can make this the best website. So send us your videos, funny stories, pictures and whatever else you want to see on this site. Now lets get this shit rollin'.
