The Detroit Lions just can’t seem to hold on to a good thing anymore. Jeff Garcia again got the nod, and again, the Lions scored 13 points. It was enough to take them deep into the game, and then go to overtime against the Bears. But, lets compare to our last matchup. This time, we [...]
Entries from October 2005
October 31, 2005
[Center Court] Pistons, Prince Complete Deal
Tayshaun Prince will continue to rule the Palace of Auburn Hills for at least 5 more years after he and the Detroit Pistons agreed on terms to a new contract just hours before a deadline at the stroke of midnight on Halloween. Prince’s new 5 year contract kicks in after this season, and is worth [...]
October 31, 2005
2005 Tigers: Year of High Expectations
After a vast improvement, the 2004 Tigers headed into the offseason, and picked up Magglio Ordonez and veteran closer Troy Percival. Things started out well, with an opening day at Comerica Park in which Dmitri Young hit three homers against the evil KC Royals. Maggs went 0-3, and had some discomfort, but no one thought [...]
October 30, 2005
[Blueline] Wings on Best Start in Franchise History
After twelve games in the new NHL, the Red Wings are 11-1, the best start in their storied history. For those of you who don’t want to watch hockey anymore, this is a good chance to redeem yourselves. Their 11 wins is good for 22 points, and that leads all teams in the NHL. Manny [...]
October 29, 2005
[Around the Bases] ChiSox-Astros Series Lowest Rated … Ever
Just in case you’ve missed the last few posts, the Chicago White Sox became the 2005 World Series Champions after sweeping the Houston Astros. Hey, you probably didn’t watch it. The ratings were 30% lower than those of last year’s World Series between the BoSox and Cardinals. The final game did manage to have the [...]
October 28, 2005
[Center Court] Deadline for Tay Approaches
Tayshaun Prince of the Detroit Pistons has until midnight on Halloween to re-sign with the team, or else he will become a restricted free agent at the end of this season. Rumors have swarmed of a 5 year extension in the works, but still no official announcement has been made.
Former Piston Dennis Rodman will play [...]
October 27, 2005
[Gridiron] Lions Lose 3 More to Injuries
The Lions’ “star” wide reciever, Kevin Johnson (who was like 1st string after Roy Williams & Charles Rogers) is out for the remainder of the season because of a ruptured achilles that he suffered in the 13-10 win over Cleveland on Sunday.
‘Dre Bly suffered a dislocated wrist, after colliding with his own teammate. His [...]
October 27, 2005
‘Stros Swept, MLB Cries Foul over Commercial
Just weeks ago, we were all ready for the biggest collapse in the history of sports, as the Indians almost caught the ChiSox, but they held on, and made it all the way to the World Series, where they were able to sweep the Houston Astros, winning their first championship since 1917.
Former Tigers pitcher Ugueth [...]
