Great, another unnamed source in the Michael Vick investigation. Why is it taking so long for the DA to file charges, if there is so much information out there linking Vick to dogfighting? I'll answer my own question. Probably the information in the media is more hearsay than factual, and many of the unnamed sources would not be willing to testify.
Braves win a series against the Mets, and turn around and get swept at home by the Phillies. I'm still concerned about this team's inability to manufacture runs, and the starting pitching. Hudson is struggling now, and I'm wondering if there might be some sort of injury or tired arm involved.
Congratulations to the Atlanta Hawks for keeping their first round picks in the upcoming draft. Unfortunately, I have no faith in Billy Knight. I'm not sure how he can pass on Mike Conley at 3, but I'm not convinced Conley is worth the pick. I don't want Knight reaching for a player, simply because the fans and media believe it is what the Hawks need. Bad teams stay bad by doing that.
Monday, May 28, 2007
Monday, May 21, 2007
Random Thoughts from the Weekend
If a politician from my district or state decides to make headlines by threatening a league, because of the possible misconduct of a player, I'm picketing in front of their home. There are educational problems, health care problems, fossil fuel problems, and elderly care problems that need to be addressed, and this idiot in San Mateo decides that he is going to use his political clout against the NFL if Vick is not suspended. I was born in the Bay Area, and believe me he has a lot more to be concerned about.
The NBA playoffs have reached the Conference Finals stage, and boy am I "not" excited. Sheesh I would rather watch paint dry over watching the Spurs. Great team, but super boring. And if I hear one more person call Manu a star, I'm going to threaten the NBA with sanctions. At least it is better than the Tayshaun Prince love affair a few seasons ago. As much as I like watching Utah, and the point guard who should be an Atlanta Hawk, I'm predicting a Spurs/Pistons final, with hopefully the Spurs winning it in 6. Yeah, I know I said I hated watching the Spurs, but I hate the Pistons more.
The Braves struggled on their latest road trip, but it is too early to panic. I'm concerned about the starters after Hudson and Smoltz, but I'm more concerned with this team's inability to manufacture runs. There is power in the lineup, but playoff baseball is all about creating scoring opportunities, and I'm not sure the Braves can do that consistently.
Good luck to the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday. Worst case scenario is 2 picks in the top 11, and worst case scenario is no picks in the entire draft. Hopefully, they can come out of the draft with Oden and Conley/Law, which would instantly improve this franchise.
The NBA playoffs have reached the Conference Finals stage, and boy am I "not" excited. Sheesh I would rather watch paint dry over watching the Spurs. Great team, but super boring. And if I hear one more person call Manu a star, I'm going to threaten the NBA with sanctions. At least it is better than the Tayshaun Prince love affair a few seasons ago. As much as I like watching Utah, and the point guard who should be an Atlanta Hawk, I'm predicting a Spurs/Pistons final, with hopefully the Spurs winning it in 6. Yeah, I know I said I hated watching the Spurs, but I hate the Pistons more.
The Braves struggled on their latest road trip, but it is too early to panic. I'm concerned about the starters after Hudson and Smoltz, but I'm more concerned with this team's inability to manufacture runs. There is power in the lineup, but playoff baseball is all about creating scoring opportunities, and I'm not sure the Braves can do that consistently.
Good luck to the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday. Worst case scenario is 2 picks in the top 11, and worst case scenario is no picks in the entire draft. Hopefully, they can come out of the draft with Oden and Conley/Law, which would instantly improve this franchise.
Friday, May 18, 2007
Billy Knight
Just a few random thoughts today. I was thinking about NBA franchises, and the importance of a good GM. How in the world does Billy Knight keep his job? Boris Diaw over Josh Howard? Josh Childress over Deng? Marvin Williams over Deron Williams? Shelden Williams over Brandon Roy? These are not reach picks or hindsight being 20/20, but picks that many Hawk's fans wanted. He wastes the Hawk's 2nd round pick in the upcoming draft, in a trade for a backup point guard, Anthony Johnson? All this talk about not drafting for need, but simply taking the best player available, and he picks Shelden Williams with the #5 pick? He talks about salary cap flexibility, but he signs a career backup in Speedy Claxton to a lucrative multi-year deal? For what Claxton gave him, he could have let his 2nd round pick from 3 seasons ago, Royal Ivey, play bigger minutes so we could see what he brings to the table. It could not have been worse.
The ASG is a joke. As snake bit as this franchise is, I wouldn't be surprised if they get the #4 slot in the lottery, with Indiana somehow moving into the top 10, which of course means the Hawks would not have a single pick in the draft. For a mere $150,000 per season, I would be willing to become the GM of the Hawks, and I guarantee I would have more success than Billy Knight. I guarantee the Hawks would be turned around within the next two seasons. Marvin Williams, outta here. Speedy Claxton, Ty Lue, and A. Johnson outta here. Lorenzen Wright, outta here. I say Marvin Williams only because he is a valuable trading chip, who along with one of the "vets" could be used to make this a competitive basketball team. So, if ASG is reading this blog (doubt it), give me a shot.
The ASG is a joke. As snake bit as this franchise is, I wouldn't be surprised if they get the #4 slot in the lottery, with Indiana somehow moving into the top 10, which of course means the Hawks would not have a single pick in the draft. For a mere $150,000 per season, I would be willing to become the GM of the Hawks, and I guarantee I would have more success than Billy Knight. I guarantee the Hawks would be turned around within the next two seasons. Marvin Williams, outta here. Speedy Claxton, Ty Lue, and A. Johnson outta here. Lorenzen Wright, outta here. I say Marvin Williams only because he is a valuable trading chip, who along with one of the "vets" could be used to make this a competitive basketball team. So, if ASG is reading this blog (doubt it), give me a shot.
Thursday, May 17, 2007
The Mike Vick Saga
Ok, I've had enough. Enough with the rush to judgement by the media, sports radio idiots, and the fickle fans around the NFL. Enough of the hidden "sources", and partial evidence. Enough of the whining about trading a back up qb who's only claim to fame is a loss to the New England Patriots, and a great performance in the 2005 Tokyo preseason game.
I don't know if Michael Vick is guilty or not. Honestly, I don't care. If he is the quarterback on 09/09/07, then he has my support. If he is not, then I will support Joey Harrington or DJ. As time goes on, I'm becoming more and more disgusted by the media's dishonest reporting of incidents. I know with more media outlets available to the average reader, there is pressure to have the biggest headline, but geez can we use some common sense with the reporting.
Speaking of the Falcons, I was very happy to see them finally address the offensive line. As much as people criticize Vick in this city, I would like to point out the fact that the Falcons offensive line has been a problem since 1998. How can anyone expect a successful passing attack with a poor offensive line AND poor receivers is beyond me. I like the moves made this offseason, but I'm still taking a "wait and see" approach with Bobby Petrino. We'll see what kind of offense he designs for the most blitzed quarterback in the NFL.
I don't know if Michael Vick is guilty or not. Honestly, I don't care. If he is the quarterback on 09/09/07, then he has my support. If he is not, then I will support Joey Harrington or DJ. As time goes on, I'm becoming more and more disgusted by the media's dishonest reporting of incidents. I know with more media outlets available to the average reader, there is pressure to have the biggest headline, but geez can we use some common sense with the reporting.
Speaking of the Falcons, I was very happy to see them finally address the offensive line. As much as people criticize Vick in this city, I would like to point out the fact that the Falcons offensive line has been a problem since 1998. How can anyone expect a successful passing attack with a poor offensive line AND poor receivers is beyond me. I like the moves made this offseason, but I'm still taking a "wait and see" approach with Bobby Petrino. We'll see what kind of offense he designs for the most blitzed quarterback in the NFL.
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Atlanta's Sports Scene
Wow, where do I begin. Outside of the Atlanta Braves, the sports scene here can best be described as horrific. No fan support, bad managment, and bad teams are a bad mix for any city. Unfortunately Atlanta has been plagued by them all. The Atlanta Hawks have never had fan support, even during the glory days of Dominique Wilkins. The Atlanta Falcons have the longest current streak of no back to back winning seasons. It's a little early to judge the Thrashers, but being swept out of the first round in the playoffs doesn't help matters.
This blog will be my way to vent. Sports Radio, in theory, is supposed to provide me that opportunity, but who wants to be hung up on by Steak Shapiro or Jon Kincaid when I disagree with them. Hopefully this blog will attract others who are fed up with the sports scene in Atlanta, and who want to read an unbiased vent.
This blog will be my way to vent. Sports Radio, in theory, is supposed to provide me that opportunity, but who wants to be hung up on by Steak Shapiro or Jon Kincaid when I disagree with them. Hopefully this blog will attract others who are fed up with the sports scene in Atlanta, and who want to read an unbiased vent.
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