Archive for July, 2008

The Angels trade for Mark Teixeira locks up their spot in the Fall Classic

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

The Angels just locked up their spot in the World Series by landing Mark Teixeira. His bat along with the already potent lineup, solid starting pitching and a strong bullpen will make the Angels unstoppable. Not to mention a cake division which will allow them to rest there players heading into the playoffs.
None of the [...]

Should we be afraid of the charging Brewers?

Thursday, July 24th, 2008

I’m not sure if you’ve noticed, but the Cubs have been faltering lately. Should Cubs fans be worried? I think not. Every team has some sort of a slump. I think that the trade to get Rich Harden and Chad Gaudin will continue to pay off. The return of Alfonso Soriano and Kerry Wood from [...]

Michigan unveils new football uniforms from adidas

Wednesday, July 16th, 2008

Michigan’s football team will have some new threads this fall (and for many years to come). The new uniforms are courtesy of adidas. Michigan has been in a relationship with Nike for many years, so this is a huge change for the university the traditionally has been a leader in merchandise sales.
Some cool points about [...]

Bears sign RB Kevin Jones

Wednesday, July 16th, 2008

The Bears took a step towards being a real football team Tuesday by signing running back Kevin Jones. Jones is coming off a torn ligament in his knee, but he has NFL experience (something that previously likely starter rookie Matt Forte doesn’t have).
Whether Jones starts, or shares time with Forte it’s a move that at [...]

Bye Bye Richie Sexson

Monday, July 14th, 2008

You were my favorite. But you had to go. You were stinking up the joint and pulling down an All Star’s paycheck. I still have a place in my heart for you Richie… but I think it’s better. It’s not me… it’s you.

Rich Harden joins the Cubs

Monday, July 14th, 2008

I know I’m a little late with this one, but I’ve been travelling. My apologies.
I LOVE THIS TRADE. Obviously Rich Harden is an injury risk. But he has Cy Young capabilities. If he stays healthy the rest of the year, he will probably win 8-10 games for the Cubs. You give up a lot to [...]