JT the Brick: Celebrate Favres controversial comeback Aug 21, 2009
Unless Derek Jeter is traded to the Red Sox or Kobe Bryant ends his career with the Celtics, Favres joining the Vikings could be the most controversial change of uniform in the history of sports. Expect extra security to be added at any sports bar in the Midwest that caters to fans of the Packers and Vikings. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Celizic: Favre is worst flip-flopper in sports history Aug 19, 2009
He is now officially the worst quitter in the history of sports ... Im sure Deanna Favre wont admit it not in public anyway but you have to suspect that the minute the most unsuccessful quitter in the history of sports climbed on that private plane to fly to Minnesota, she was doing the happy dance. (MSNBC -- Sports)
10 Sports Events That Changed the World Aug 19, 2009
The Aussie victory broke what was probably the longest winning streak in the history of sports -- 132 years of dominance that began when the schooner America outpaced a British flotilla in a race around the Isle of Wight in 1851. (When she asked who had finished second, Queen Victoria was reportedly told "Your Majesty, there is no second.). In retrospect, one could see the Australian victory as a symptom of globalization: cutting-edge yacht design wasnt an American monopoly any longer.... (Slate)
Vick Signing Is Risky Business Aug 15, 2009
If the history of sports teaches anything, it's that fans don't blame sponsors for the misdeeds of players on the field mostly because they don't blame the players themselves. At least, not for long.. (BusinessWeek)
Vicks aim? Only the greatest comeback story ever written Aug 15, 2009
As he eases back into the NFL and public life, there s a part of Michael Vick that s thinking: I can write the greatest comeback story in the history of sports. he made to David Squires of the Newport News Daily Press The first year will be about getting all the way in shape; the next year will be about being the face of the NFL for the next 10 years was a glimpse of that Michael Vick. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
JeffPearlmanPearls Of Wisdom Sadly, winning tops morality in today's big-time college athletics. Aug 14, 2009
Oh, then he "mans up" (the most meaningless phrase in the history of sports vernacular) and admits to his transgressions. six years later after she allegedly attempts to extort $10 million from him. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Q&A: YES's Dolgin On Streaming Local Sports Aug 4, 2009
So a deal that works for the Yankees may not be the same deal or the same product that works for a team that is not the greatest brand in the history of sports. I know what my affiliation agreements say. (Multichannel News)
Opportunity to see Patriots practice spied, and is taken Jul 30, 2009
No organization in the history of sports is more steeped in secrecy and self-importance than the Bill Belichick Patriots. And now Bob Kraft has built a Spy Tower adjacent to the heretofore hermetically sealed practice fields. (Boston Globe)
bobby cox blew the call by not making it clear that when you lift the bunt situation also remove the hit and r... Jul 20, 2009
Cink ruins the best story in the history of sports. Now the entire worlds hates Tech too. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mark Bradley Jul 20, 2009
On ABC, Paul Azinger said afterward: This would have been the greatest feat in the history of sports, and a listener s first thought wasn t, as is always the case when confronted with such absolutes, to yell, Heck no ... Rick Reilly is the most successful hack in the history of sports journalism. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Atlanta Braves: Francoeur returns with Mets what will your reaction be? Jul 17, 2009
This may be the first message board orchestrated trade in the history of sports. Let s hope it goes well so all the posters look like they know what they are talking about. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Armstrong makes a convincing case Jul 11, 2009
Lance Armstrong could be on his way to one of the biggest comebacks in the history of sports. Again. (News & Observer -- Sports)
The Manny To End the Steroids Era Jul 7, 2009
Consider: In the two months since he was reported to have , Manny undermined the ludicrous bloviation that lies at the heart of the most singularly overblown "crisis" in the history of sports. In doing so, he injected a welcome and overdue element of burlesque into an increasingly tedious drug frenzy. (Slate)
What awaits Roger Goodell as he mounts 14,411-foot Mt. Rainier Jul 3, 2009
League spokesman Greg Aiello says Goodell "is the greatest water skier in the history of sports commissioners.". So he should be set for Rainier, eh. (USA Today -- Sports)
Michaux: 'Coop' has seen it all with Glover Jun 25, 2009
Most significantly, it probably marked the first time in the history of sports that a Clemson Tiger and a South Carolina Gamecock hugged in mutual celebration. Don Cooper, of Edgefield, S.C., has been Lucas Glover's caddie for six seasons. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Michigan could be blanked at Sports Fest Jun 20, 2009
If the football squad is defeated, it will be the first time in the short history of Sports Fest that Michigan has not won a single competition. In baseball Wednesday night at Bethel College, Indiana East used a pair of two-run innings in the fifth and sixth to pull out a 5-3 victory. (Niles Star, MI)
College Basketball Insider: Early Top 10 includes Tech! Jun 20, 2009
btw i do like college football its a shame its the biggest sham in the history of sports. With the real loosers being the fans and players. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Iran's Dissent Is Not A Game Jun 18, 2009
He is the author of "Welcome to the Terrordome: the Pain Politics and Promise of Sports" and "A People's History of Sports in the United States.". Iran's Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has compared the protests following his country's recent sham election to the common scuffles that take place after a soccer game. (CBS News -- Opinion)
Tiger Woods Knows Mickelson's Open Distraction: Scott Soshnick Jun 18, 2009
He settled for six and lost, sparking one of the most honest and accurate self-assessments in the history of sports. Im such an idiot, was Mickelsons take. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Commentary: NBC wrong to rush Stanley Cup final May 31, 2009
But Bettman, desperate for league credibility, will do whatever the networks want -- even though they would laugh him out of the office if he actually asked for, you know, money in exchange one of the greatest traditions in the history of sports. As Wings forward Marian Hossa said, "You get the Stanley Cup finals once a year. Why do you rush it? What if the first game goes to three or four overtimes? Then we have to start again the next night? I don't think that's smart.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Hossa gives Red Wings big boost May 27, 2009
"I think we witnessed probably the worst call in the history of sports," Quenneville said ... I agree that a penalty that causes a team to lose by five goals would be the worst call in the history of sports, but Quenneville lost me when he said the Blackhawks were playing a hockey game. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Red Wings look to advance in Game 5 for a change May 26, 2009
"He's not as big as Scotty, but he still delivers,'' Rafalski said.Quenneville delivered the line of the day after Game 4, saying, "I think we witnessed probably the worst call in the history of sports there,'' after a roughing penalty on Matt Walker led to Detroit taking a 3-0 lead in the second period. "Well, I wasn't happy after the game,'' said Quenneville, trying to distance himself from his comments. "I already voiced my displeasure. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hossa, Zetterberg push Wings to verge of finals May 26, 2009
"I think we witnessed probably the worst call in the history of sports there," Quenneville said. "You know, they scored, it's 3-0. They ruined a good hockey game and absolutely destroyed what was going on on the ice," he said. (Florida Times-Union)
Detroit flattens Chicago May 25, 2009
"I think we witnessed probably the worst call in the history of sports there," Quenneville said. Six-time Norris Trophy winner Lidstrom was scratched due to a lower body injury. (Boston Globe)
NHL playoffs: Wings near finals May 25, 2009
I think we witnessed probably the worst call in the history of sports there, Quenneville said. You know, they scored, its 3-0. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Munson: Unraveling of Vick » May 20, 2009
Michael Vick's homecoming will be a bittersweet return to an old reality that led to one of the most dramatic downfalls in the history of sports. As he arrives back in Newport News after a year and a half in prison, Vick might want to ask himself some questions. (ESPN -- Football News)
Best bet for a title May 19, 2009
and the stupidity of its fans who would rather pointlessly bicker than come together to boycott the sport with the worst postseason in the history of sports. Add your comment. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mind That Preakness Winner Rachel Alexandra won the hearts of fans, now racing toward Belmont. May 18, 2009
"You can make a very strong case that this victory by Rachel Alexandra is the most significant victory by a girl against the boys in the history of sports," she said. Brennan said that it probably helped that Rachel Alexandra was the favorite to win. (ABC News)
NBC Sports leads all networks with 11 Emmys Apr 30, 2009
Selig on Ebersol: "There are two legendary figures in the history of sports television. One is his mentor, Roone Arledge. The other is the protg, Dick Ebersol.". CBS' Jim Nantz on Ebersol collecting the Lifetime Achievement Award: "That 30 minutes with the commissioners standing here was like going to the Hall of Presidents at Disney World.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
D-Backs set for change of scenery Apr 30, 2009
After the longest homestand in the history of sports, the Diamondbacks are off to Wisconsin - Wisconsin ... A pause for accuracy (and to send a written apology to the fine folks in Milwaukee): The Diamondbacks' aren't coming off the longest homestand in the history of sports. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Ted KeithVIEWPOINT Apr 30, 2009
Given that the Yankees, who have led the majors in attendance for six straight seasons, have topped four million fans each of the past four years and were moving into the most highly-anticipated new structure in the history of sports, it seemed like an easily attainable benchmark. It's unclear how that anticipated revenue total will change if the unsold seats are the most expensive ones. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
To Braves, Hawks, Falcons, Thrashers: Good is for losers Apr 28, 2009
I do wish you the best of luck because I do believe you are a true sports fan that knows the history of sports fairly well. So with that, best of luck at AOL or Jim Rome or whatever avenue you choose. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Falcons suddenly have a present, a future — and a window Apr 28, 2009
I have a question for you Mr. Shultz, and you re just the man to answer this (no homo): Is Dimitroff the gayest looking GM in the history of sports. mobetter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Quite a legacy for ex-Jackets AD Apr 18, 2009
In my opinion, Homer Rice is one of the most underrated persons in the history of sports. He s a great guy, too. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Stadium's debut a success, result aside Apr 17, 2009
"I don't want to speak for him, but he's the reason why we're here today. What he's done as an owner -- in my opinion, he's the greatest owner in the history of sports. Obviously, I'm a bit biased, but he's the reason were in this great facility, for all he contributed. I'm sure it's a proud day for him.". It was an emotional one as well, as the game was preceded by a celebration of the opening of the $1. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Cheerleading: Male cheerleaders a first at UNH Apr 3, 2009
One day in 1898, during a varsity football game at the University of Minnesota, student Johnny Campbell stood in front of the crowd and did something no one had ever attempted to do in the history of sports. With a simple cheer still used by the Golden Gophers today, Campbell became not only the first male cheerleader, but the first cheerleader ever. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Time to trade Peters Mar 30, 2009
Signing Peters to the richest deal ever for a lineman would be almost as crazy as signing the biggest egomaniac in the history of sports. Oh, wait. (BillsReport.com)
DAVIS: A game that changed hoops Mar 27, 2009
This period also saw two of the greatest championship-game upsets in the history of sports: NC State over Houston in 1983 and Villanova over Georgetown in '85. All of these factors make the 1979 NCAA championship game a rare example of an event that was a very big deal when it happened, yet one whose significance has grown even further over time. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Butter, please: Bills sign T.O. Mar 9, 2009
He's arguably the biggest individual cancer in the history of sports. After public feuds with and Donovan McNabb, it's difficult to imagine him being an abiding citizen with a young quarterback developing under center. (BillsReport.com)
Men who revolutionised the Indian way of life Feb 25, 2009
As the best rainmaker for any sports body (BCCI) in the history of sports, Modi was clearly bowled over by cricket. But what stumped him more was that while club games were a part of life in the rest of the world, Indians cheered only when their country played. (India Times)
One man's poison Feb 22, 2009
A dirty job One constant through the history of sports doping has been the shadowy presence of suppliers and enablers, although it is not quite clear how Hicks became acquainted with Charles J.P. Lucas, the man referred to as his "handler.". A Cambridge resident who told people he graduated from Harvard Medical School, Lucas is mentioned in the annals of amateur athletics as the record-holder for such now-defunct specialties as stone gathering and potato races. (Boston Globe)
Obama reviews ban on photos of military coffins Feb 11, 2009
Gates orders review of ban on photos of coffins. By LARA JAKES Associated Press Writer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Netanyahu, Livni declare win in Israeli election Feb 11, 2009
By STEVEN GUTKIN Associated Press Writer. JERUSALEM Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni and hard-line rival Benjamin Netanyahu both claimed victory Tuesday in Israel's parliamentary election, but official results showed a race so close it could be decided by a third candidate a rising power among the hawks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Bradley: Still reason to believe Feb 8, 2009
(The worst game in the history of sports, but one game just the same. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
SUPER BOWL XLIII: Debating America's pastime(s) Feb 8, 2009
The debate over which sport truly ranks as America's pastime is part of a long and rich history of sports propagandizing. The term "national pastime" was first given to baseball in the 1850s, according to John Thorn, the author of "Total Baseball," to connect baseball to the public's health and well-being. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
