*From the Get Down Lounge....
*Forty seasons ago the A's beat the Dodger$ in the World Series--and in 2014 my crystal ball says it will happen again! Clearly the rain is a sign of a new beginning, or as I interpret the weather, the beginning of a new champion (Sorry Indians Fans!). Another key sign--no King Felix to start the season as the opposition on the hill!
*If you haven't head the tune "There the Oakland A's," by The Baseball Project, well then you have got to hear it for yourself. You can try You Tube; the website "Athletics Farm" added pictures, and can I just say, the video and song is fantastic!
*What about the injury to Jarrod Parker naysayers will contend? Keep an eye on Jessie Chavez and newcomer Drew Pomeranz. Pomeranz came over in the trade for Bret Anderson, and nothing better for a young hurler's confidence than leaving Coors Field in Denver, and landing in the O.Co.! Chavez will start the season flying under the radar, but he won't remain their for long! The Baseball Gods always like to throw their proverbial gyro-ball, but that will make the title that much sweeter.
(**Sonny Gray battled a tight strike zone, walking two, but the Indians go down without scoring.)
*In the off season the A's loaded up their bullpen, added a reborn Scott Kazmir, and added a little speed and versatility in speedy outfielder Craig Genty and versatile infielder Nick Punto. If need be, I can see the A's going for it all by adding a key piece or two at the trading deadline.
*For the first time in a longggggg time, the A's are recognizable, and the 2014 edition will return many key regulars. In a bit of surprise, the A's signed Coco Crisp for two more years. Coco is the face and perhaps personality of the franchise, and his signing was a key indicator things are indeed changing in Oakland!
(**A's go 1-2-3, on to the second!)
*This off season, unlike in recent years, the talk of moving was nonexistent. In fact, the A's are willing to sign a 10 year lease to stay in the O.Co. This a savvy business move, putting a lot of pressure on the Raiders, who have said they need a new home, and signed only a one-year lease. I would hate to see the Raiders leave Oakland, but it makes sense for the city of Oakland to commit to the A's, finally. Maybe, just maybe, the Raiders end up sharing the new house in Santa Clara?!? If the Raiders were indeed to leave the O.Co, I could see a few changes made to make the O.Co a little more friendly. (I gave my ideal solution previously-have the Raiders play a game or two or three in Santa Clara until the baseball season is finished--hey, can't we all just get along.)
(**Gray gives up a hit, but looks pretty sharp--pitch count up around 50 however, and it's still the second inning. Hey bullpen, you guys will get to flex your muscles early--like today!)
*Running a reverse here, the Raiders actually seem to be putting together a decent team. The pick in the first round looms as the lynch pin, but there will plenty of time for that later.
*The W's, oooh, they do have a way of making thing interesting. Injuries to Bogut and Lee were the reason they lost to the Knicks last night, but their playoff spot is anything but a lock. Stay tuned. There has also been a lot of discussion surrounding Mark Jackson's job security. Really? Come on now, the W's are in the mix, again, and that in itself IS something positive!
(*Cespedes K's, yuck; Jaso doubles...but he is left stranded. Ball clearly not carrying well in the heavy air. No score after 2!)
*Rawhide Rant: yes, indeed the Hide open up against the A's Advanced A team, the Stockton Ports. The park in Visalia, a great place to see the game. Come on now, adding features all part of the program! I have another item for you: now you can also follow me on Twitter, at 100percent3G, naturally!
*Irish Lady Hoopsters make the Final Four, again, and look like they are on a collision, with the U Conn ladies, again. ND and UConn, may be the best college rivalry going in all of the land. Of course, if Florida and Kentucky meet in the Men's Final, their might be a few folks from the SEC who would beg to differ!
*Die hard A's Fans--even my wonderful spouse asking what's up with Daric Barton? Poor DB, then he is followed in the batting order by the A's WonderBoy, and Mr. Likable, Eric Sogard. Hey, maybe this will finally be the season Barton puts it all together!
*In the end, it may all come down to Reddick and Cespedes returning the forms they flashed in 2012. When they do....it will be a lot of fun in the O.Co.
*The overall good vibes buzz around the A's reminds of way back when in 88 and 89. 1988 was a pretty good year until that $#*^&)! World Series against Orel and Gibson. Aarrrgh! 1989 ended up a little better as you recall, however the Loma Prieta earthquake took center stage, and the A's quietly claimed the 4th title in the East Bay.
*Time for the A's to shine--yes indeed, "Sonny" times in the O.Co once again!
*Finally, this one definitely goes out to my father, who passed this week after 88 and a half years on this earth. My love of the A's, Raiders, and Irish...well, you can guess where that came from! To you Dad, here's to you. Also...here's to that band The Baseball Project; when I heard the song Saturday, I laughed and cried simultaneosly. Hey, Hey, here come the Oakland A's.....
(**Barton with two nice defensive plays, as they head to the bottom of the 5th in chilly Oaktown with no score.)
A Work In Progress...With the Goal to Entertain!
Monday, March 31, 2014
Saturday, March 22, 2014
Baseball and March Madness...Welcome to Dance SLO!
*Living Large from the couch this evening......
*Well baseball season is just about here as the Dodgers and DBacks do battle in just a little over an hour. That's 1 a.m. California time! I am a little disappointed with all the diehard Dodger fans, I mean, where are all the opening night parties Dodgers fans? I know Gigantes, I can hear you loud and clear--the typical Dodger fan will be tuning in around 2 a.m......
*Good TV night, as A's and Giants were on the tube, along with NCAA Basketball. The pitchers looked pretty good for both teams, which made me think the lights in Scottsdale night quite up to MLB standards. Two guys who looked very good: Giants starter Yusmeior Petit, and my new fav Sonny Gray. One guy who did not lood good, Yoenis Cespedes. I would just like to see Cespy square one up once in a while! If the A's have an Achilles heal, it is thier defense at short and second--sure enough, Jed I-Can-Hit-Lowrie burped up a throw, and Nick Punto whiffed a would be double play. Brandon Moss contributed by dropping one at first--again, one can only hope the lighting was a factor!
*Poor, poor VCU...up 4 late in the game, and the ending simply hard to believe. As time is running down--3.6 seconds to be exact--VCU is called for a foul, as tonight's Cinderella Stephen Austin is shooing a three! Sure enough, Desmond Haymon drains the three, then coolly makes the free throw to send the game into overtime. Oh man...VCU is going to have trouble sleeping for a while. My only question as I watched this play go down: with so little time, force the Lumberjacks to shoot a two, and cover all the 3's. I like to call it "No Foul, No Three's Defense." Tonight's game a classic example of why this tournament is Dubbed March Madness!
*Just Curious: The NCAA tournament is so lovingly unpredictable, in my opinion, largely due to the Neutral Site Game Format. Why don't other sports adopt this format? The NFL playoffs for example, hey even the NBA. I know, I know, follow the money......but there maybe something to the March Madness Format!
*To soon to talk about the NBA playoffs...but the Western Conference's second season is going to be very entertaining. Don't forget, Bron Bron and the Heat are waiting in the wings! (Sorry Pacers Fans!) It will be nice to have the W's in the postseason for consecutive years.
*Well, well, well-well, well, the Raiders have a pulse. The Matt Schaub signing a little like eating vanilla ice cream, but they do the fell of a .500 team. OK Mr. McKenzie, and Coach DA, now show me something in the draft. I can envision the Raiders trading down....and maybe even back up. They need a young, stud, defensive lineman who can clog things up in the middle. Maybe even two! I love Pitt tackle Aaron Donald, and Fighting Irish Louis Nix III. Of course, if Clemson wideout Sammy Watkins is on the board--hard to pass him up--unless, they can trade down and grab some extra picks. All of a sudden this team has a chance to be decent....this draft, huge! Why not a quarterback you ask--I just don't think any of the top guys are Andrew Luck like. Now they may take a QB in the second or third round, but I think Schaub is the guy for now. The draft will be interesting for the Silver and Black! Allthough, I have to admit, having Watkins, with DMac, and James Jones....well, mix in T Pryor to run once in while; call me a dreamer, but this team could be very entertaining!
(I just heard on Yahoo Sports the idea of the Raiders moving to AT & T park in San Francisco. Hum.....nah.)
*Visalia Rawhide open up 13 days at home against the Stockton Ports. The Hide are a DBack affiliate, while the Ports, that's right, they belong to your Oakland A's. Both teams compete in the California League, categorized as a Class A-Advanced league. Not many seats closer to the field than those in Visalia by the way--you can literally hear the ball hum as it is fired in from the mound!
*Well tonight I raise my glass to: All of those Cal Poly SLO alums who were loving their team's run into March Madness. (The Mustangs surprisingly won their conference tournament--the Big West--then knocked off Texas Souther in the First Four/Play in Game.) Sac State your next! Also to my wonderful spouse, for grillen up some tasty steaks to go with a stellar night of sports television!
*Also, you can now follow us on twitter at 100percent3Gwriter.
*Well baseball season is just about here as the Dodgers and DBacks do battle in just a little over an hour. That's 1 a.m. California time! I am a little disappointed with all the diehard Dodger fans, I mean, where are all the opening night parties Dodgers fans? I know Gigantes, I can hear you loud and clear--the typical Dodger fan will be tuning in around 2 a.m......
*Good TV night, as A's and Giants were on the tube, along with NCAA Basketball. The pitchers looked pretty good for both teams, which made me think the lights in Scottsdale night quite up to MLB standards. Two guys who looked very good: Giants starter Yusmeior Petit, and my new fav Sonny Gray. One guy who did not lood good, Yoenis Cespedes. I would just like to see Cespy square one up once in a while! If the A's have an Achilles heal, it is thier defense at short and second--sure enough, Jed I-Can-Hit-Lowrie burped up a throw, and Nick Punto whiffed a would be double play. Brandon Moss contributed by dropping one at first--again, one can only hope the lighting was a factor!
*Poor, poor VCU...up 4 late in the game, and the ending simply hard to believe. As time is running down--3.6 seconds to be exact--VCU is called for a foul, as tonight's Cinderella Stephen Austin is shooing a three! Sure enough, Desmond Haymon drains the three, then coolly makes the free throw to send the game into overtime. Oh man...VCU is going to have trouble sleeping for a while. My only question as I watched this play go down: with so little time, force the Lumberjacks to shoot a two, and cover all the 3's. I like to call it "No Foul, No Three's Defense." Tonight's game a classic example of why this tournament is Dubbed March Madness!
*Just Curious: The NCAA tournament is so lovingly unpredictable, in my opinion, largely due to the Neutral Site Game Format. Why don't other sports adopt this format? The NFL playoffs for example, hey even the NBA. I know, I know, follow the money......but there maybe something to the March Madness Format!
*To soon to talk about the NBA playoffs...but the Western Conference's second season is going to be very entertaining. Don't forget, Bron Bron and the Heat are waiting in the wings! (Sorry Pacers Fans!) It will be nice to have the W's in the postseason for consecutive years.
*Well, well, well-well, well, the Raiders have a pulse. The Matt Schaub signing a little like eating vanilla ice cream, but they do the fell of a .500 team. OK Mr. McKenzie, and Coach DA, now show me something in the draft. I can envision the Raiders trading down....and maybe even back up. They need a young, stud, defensive lineman who can clog things up in the middle. Maybe even two! I love Pitt tackle Aaron Donald, and Fighting Irish Louis Nix III. Of course, if Clemson wideout Sammy Watkins is on the board--hard to pass him up--unless, they can trade down and grab some extra picks. All of a sudden this team has a chance to be decent....this draft, huge! Why not a quarterback you ask--I just don't think any of the top guys are Andrew Luck like. Now they may take a QB in the second or third round, but I think Schaub is the guy for now. The draft will be interesting for the Silver and Black! Allthough, I have to admit, having Watkins, with DMac, and James Jones....well, mix in T Pryor to run once in while; call me a dreamer, but this team could be very entertaining!
(I just heard on Yahoo Sports the idea of the Raiders moving to AT & T park in San Francisco. Hum.....nah.)
*Visalia Rawhide open up 13 days at home against the Stockton Ports. The Hide are a DBack affiliate, while the Ports, that's right, they belong to your Oakland A's. Both teams compete in the California League, categorized as a Class A-Advanced league. Not many seats closer to the field than those in Visalia by the way--you can literally hear the ball hum as it is fired in from the mound!
*Well tonight I raise my glass to: All of those Cal Poly SLO alums who were loving their team's run into March Madness. (The Mustangs surprisingly won their conference tournament--the Big West--then knocked off Texas Souther in the First Four/Play in Game.) Sac State your next! Also to my wonderful spouse, for grillen up some tasty steaks to go with a stellar night of sports television!
*Also, you can now follow us on twitter at 100percent3Gwriter.
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Bracketology, Predictions, and a Stadium Solution
*Know that the games have begun.....
*Florida, Villanova, Creighton, and Louisville make the trip to Dallas for the Final Four. I wanted to include the Aztecs of San Diego State, you know to represent the West Coast, but in the end I just couldn't do it! Louisville will always have a special place in my heart, due the Dr. Dunkenstein, Darryl Griffith, and his 1980 National Champion teammates. As I recall, those Cardinals were fun to watch! The head coach way back then was Denny Crum--I love that name too! Fast forward, hard for a team to win back to back Championships however, so even though my head is telling me Florida, I am picking the Blue Jays of Creighton to hoist their first National Championship Trophy!
*Well, the A's had a tough week with the news on Monday that Jarrod Parker will undergo a second Tommy John surgery. I always kind of wondered why they weren't a little more protective of him the last two years--the guy was grinder, that's for sure. However, I am curious why the second most famous Barry in the Bay Area has been mentioned as possible replacement, you know, Mr. Zito. Zeets is chilling somewhere, but I am just saying, the man who coined the termed scuffle, would fit right in with that zany Oakland clubhouse.
*Keep an eye on Drew Pomeranz....he's the lefty and former #5 pick in the draft the A's acquired for Bret Anderson. Jesse Chavez and Tommy Milone will start the year in the rotation, but I have an inkling, we are going to see Mr. Pomeranz. I get this feeling way down in my pancreas, that DP is going to enjoy pitching a whole bunch more in the O.Co, then in hitter friendly Coors Field. I mentioned before to keep and eye on Chavez too.
*Well with the Dodgers and DBacks just about set to tee it up down under, how about an early MLB prediction? Is the year to follow the money? Will the Dodgers and Yankees meet in a clash of Evil Empires in the 2014 Fall Classic? Can the Red Sox rekindle the magic in Fenway? Ditto the Giants on the other side of the Bay? Over the last 10 years, the Bostonians and the Gigantes have combined for 5 World Series Titles! Is this the year the Tigers finally get over the hump? Ah, what the heck, for the 3rd time in 40 years, it will be the I-5 series, A's and Dodgers.
*Well the Raiders have actually made some surprising, very solid moves. Tonight it looks indeed the Raiders are bringing back CWood--Charles Woodson for one more season. Thus far, the Raiders would appear better, but that draft will be so crucial. I can envision them trading down, in order to acquire another pick, and grabbing either QB Jimmy Garappolo or David Carr; even San Jose State's David Fales is a possibility in the 3rd or 4th round. For the record, I like the McFadden signing. I mean, why not--sure he has been brittle, but on a team currently devoid of big time play makers, DMac can only give opposing defenses something to think about.
*Speaking of moving, the O.Co situation appears a real mess. The A's appear to want a 10 year lease, and some reports are suggesting the A's would like to see a new scoreboard. Hum? The Raiders want a new home to play period. Well, how about this idea: the Raiders can play a game or two over in the Taj De Niner until the baseball season is finished. Once the A's have won the series, than the Raiders can come back home. How is that for a win-win? With a new big screen!
*Tonight I raise my glass to those undefeated Wichita State Shockers--that was quite a run fellas! Enjoy the madness this weekend, and even a little baseball from Down Under!
*Florida, Villanova, Creighton, and Louisville make the trip to Dallas for the Final Four. I wanted to include the Aztecs of San Diego State, you know to represent the West Coast, but in the end I just couldn't do it! Louisville will always have a special place in my heart, due the Dr. Dunkenstein, Darryl Griffith, and his 1980 National Champion teammates. As I recall, those Cardinals were fun to watch! The head coach way back then was Denny Crum--I love that name too! Fast forward, hard for a team to win back to back Championships however, so even though my head is telling me Florida, I am picking the Blue Jays of Creighton to hoist their first National Championship Trophy!
*Well, the A's had a tough week with the news on Monday that Jarrod Parker will undergo a second Tommy John surgery. I always kind of wondered why they weren't a little more protective of him the last two years--the guy was grinder, that's for sure. However, I am curious why the second most famous Barry in the Bay Area has been mentioned as possible replacement, you know, Mr. Zito. Zeets is chilling somewhere, but I am just saying, the man who coined the termed scuffle, would fit right in with that zany Oakland clubhouse.
*Keep an eye on Drew Pomeranz....he's the lefty and former #5 pick in the draft the A's acquired for Bret Anderson. Jesse Chavez and Tommy Milone will start the year in the rotation, but I have an inkling, we are going to see Mr. Pomeranz. I get this feeling way down in my pancreas, that DP is going to enjoy pitching a whole bunch more in the O.Co, then in hitter friendly Coors Field. I mentioned before to keep and eye on Chavez too.
*Well with the Dodgers and DBacks just about set to tee it up down under, how about an early MLB prediction? Is the year to follow the money? Will the Dodgers and Yankees meet in a clash of Evil Empires in the 2014 Fall Classic? Can the Red Sox rekindle the magic in Fenway? Ditto the Giants on the other side of the Bay? Over the last 10 years, the Bostonians and the Gigantes have combined for 5 World Series Titles! Is this the year the Tigers finally get over the hump? Ah, what the heck, for the 3rd time in 40 years, it will be the I-5 series, A's and Dodgers.
*Well the Raiders have actually made some surprising, very solid moves. Tonight it looks indeed the Raiders are bringing back CWood--Charles Woodson for one more season. Thus far, the Raiders would appear better, but that draft will be so crucial. I can envision them trading down, in order to acquire another pick, and grabbing either QB Jimmy Garappolo or David Carr; even San Jose State's David Fales is a possibility in the 3rd or 4th round. For the record, I like the McFadden signing. I mean, why not--sure he has been brittle, but on a team currently devoid of big time play makers, DMac can only give opposing defenses something to think about.
*Speaking of moving, the O.Co situation appears a real mess. The A's appear to want a 10 year lease, and some reports are suggesting the A's would like to see a new scoreboard. Hum? The Raiders want a new home to play period. Well, how about this idea: the Raiders can play a game or two over in the Taj De Niner until the baseball season is finished. Once the A's have won the series, than the Raiders can come back home. How is that for a win-win? With a new big screen!
*Tonight I raise my glass to those undefeated Wichita State Shockers--that was quite a run fellas! Enjoy the madness this weekend, and even a little baseball from Down Under!
Friday, March 14, 2014
To Kitchen Sink Sanwhiches!
*To a Getaway Friday in The Lounge.....
*Today, 85 years ago, my dear mother Dolores Joyce Viegas (Fonseca) was born, in the tiny, tiny Sacramento Delta outpost of Ryde Californaia. Dolores is a great sport, who always has enjoyed her sports. I have to give her credit to exposing me to tennis, and also Peggy Fleming and Olympic Figure
Skating! Mom's greatest gift were those fabulous and never duplicated "Kitchen Sink" Sandwhiches she would hand to you on the way out the door, or pull out deep from her bag. Usually comprised on a roll, with a hunk of chesse and pouporrui of tasty meats.....man I am getting hungry. Mom, you're a good egg, and here is to a great day!
*Can I just say the Warrior-Cliffpers budding rivalry is NBA FANTASTIC! Finally, a real old shool rivalry where the teams, genuinely DO NOT like each other. The fact that is Nor Cal vs SoCal--while only of regional interest--is rich, like a NorCal Cabernet Sauvignon! The W's have played very well after the All-Star Break and appear headed for back-to-back playoff appearances. Now if they can somehow draw the Clipps, it's on. Mark Spears of Yahoo Sports, one of may favorite NBA analysts. Love the big man's deep, sooth, and crackly voice.
*A's fans, the sight of Scott Kazmir putting up zeroes in Spring Training only heightens the anticipation for the upcoming season. Not a ton of intrigue in Phoenix this Spring, but there are a few questions. Will the carry two or three catchers, and how much will John Jaso even catch? Who wins the 5th spot in the rotation--A.J. Griffin appears to be the front runner, but don' rule out Tommy Milone, or darkhouse candidate Jessie Chavez. Chavez has been slated as the long relief guy in the pen, but his numbers this spring have been starter material. Has Big Mike, Michael Taylor finally put it all together. The former Stanford alum was the key component of the Matt Holliday trade, and thus far, things have not panned out as he or the A's would have hoped. Fast forward to this Spring, and is possibly Big Mike yet another rags to riches story ala Brandon Moss and Josh Donaldson? Time will tell.
*The Raiders finally, finally a made a positive splash with signing of Justin Tuck and Lamar Wooley. They still have a ways to go, but a least for a moment, Raiders fans everywhere exhaled a huge sigh of relief--and possibly hope! I am here to say, after the draft, the Raiders will sign Michael Vick, and he will be the Raiders starting QB. If speedy Clemson Wide Receiver Sammy Watkins is still on the board, I say the Raiders will grab him too. With the surprise resigning of Darren McFadden, the Raiders would at least have some NFL play makers. Stay tuned Raider fans, the drama is just unfolding.
*Thus today, Mom, I raise my glass to you! Also to Sac State Men's Coach Brian Katz, for getting his Hornets into the Big Sky Tournament--exciting game yesterday, the result just not quite right! Finally, to legendary California Community College Hoops Coach Denny Aye, you are back where you belong. Good luck to the Chabot Gladiators in the State Championships.
*Today, 85 years ago, my dear mother Dolores Joyce Viegas (Fonseca) was born, in the tiny, tiny Sacramento Delta outpost of Ryde Californaia. Dolores is a great sport, who always has enjoyed her sports. I have to give her credit to exposing me to tennis, and also Peggy Fleming and Olympic Figure
Skating! Mom's greatest gift were those fabulous and never duplicated "Kitchen Sink" Sandwhiches she would hand to you on the way out the door, or pull out deep from her bag. Usually comprised on a roll, with a hunk of chesse and pouporrui of tasty meats.....man I am getting hungry. Mom, you're a good egg, and here is to a great day!
*Can I just say the Warrior-Cliffpers budding rivalry is NBA FANTASTIC! Finally, a real old shool rivalry where the teams, genuinely DO NOT like each other. The fact that is Nor Cal vs SoCal--while only of regional interest--is rich, like a NorCal Cabernet Sauvignon! The W's have played very well after the All-Star Break and appear headed for back-to-back playoff appearances. Now if they can somehow draw the Clipps, it's on. Mark Spears of Yahoo Sports, one of may favorite NBA analysts. Love the big man's deep, sooth, and crackly voice.
*A's fans, the sight of Scott Kazmir putting up zeroes in Spring Training only heightens the anticipation for the upcoming season. Not a ton of intrigue in Phoenix this Spring, but there are a few questions. Will the carry two or three catchers, and how much will John Jaso even catch? Who wins the 5th spot in the rotation--A.J. Griffin appears to be the front runner, but don' rule out Tommy Milone, or darkhouse candidate Jessie Chavez. Chavez has been slated as the long relief guy in the pen, but his numbers this spring have been starter material. Has Big Mike, Michael Taylor finally put it all together. The former Stanford alum was the key component of the Matt Holliday trade, and thus far, things have not panned out as he or the A's would have hoped. Fast forward to this Spring, and is possibly Big Mike yet another rags to riches story ala Brandon Moss and Josh Donaldson? Time will tell.
*The Raiders finally, finally a made a positive splash with signing of Justin Tuck and Lamar Wooley. They still have a ways to go, but a least for a moment, Raiders fans everywhere exhaled a huge sigh of relief--and possibly hope! I am here to say, after the draft, the Raiders will sign Michael Vick, and he will be the Raiders starting QB. If speedy Clemson Wide Receiver Sammy Watkins is still on the board, I say the Raiders will grab him too. With the surprise resigning of Darren McFadden, the Raiders would at least have some NFL play makers. Stay tuned Raider fans, the drama is just unfolding.
*Thus today, Mom, I raise my glass to you! Also to Sac State Men's Coach Brian Katz, for getting his Hornets into the Big Sky Tournament--exciting game yesterday, the result just not quite right! Finally, to legendary California Community College Hoops Coach Denny Aye, you are back where you belong. Good luck to the Chabot Gladiators in the State Championships.
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Saturday, March 1, 2014
Prime Time Baby! No love for the Spectacles or Stadiums--however March Madness is here!
*A Rare Prime-Time Appearance in the Get Down Lounge....
*Come on now, Nerd Power loses out to the Big Apple? MLB is still wiping the egg from their proverbial faces after Eric "Harry Potter" Sogard almost became the "face" of MLB. Somehow Soggie managed to lose to David Wright of the Mets--that's right, who? It was a silly promotion to begin with, however A's fans, and perhaps the Silicon Valley base in general twittered away! It would seem in the AL, there would be the BIG 4, Trout, Jeter, Big Poppy, and maybe Verbeast (Justin Verlander). In the NL, my top 4 would be Dodgers Puig and Kershaw, Harper of the Nats, and Buster P.
*The W's love playing in the Garden, that's for sure. Curry didn't put up a 50 plus game again, but his first half was pretty impressible. The burden of high expectations have weighed on the team the entire season, and they will continue to grow as the playoffs inch closer. The Bay Area embodies the "California" Bandwaggon mindset, in that fans want Titles, or nothing else. I suggest Warrior fans should just be glad to make the playoffs for consecutive seasons, then proceed from there. Currently the Warriors would draw Portland in the first round, with those Warrior Killers the Spurs waiting on the horizon. The Spurs visit the ROAR-Oracle later this month in a can't miss game for fans of the Blue and Gold.
*The Jimmer Shimmer experiment recently ended in Sacramento. I thought the Warriors might give Jimmer a look as his game a knock off to that of Steph Curry. However, before that could happen, the Bulls are given a Jimmer a looksie. Kings fans, remember the good old days with C-Web, and Vlade and the Gang.
AARGH....so close to championship those team's were, so close!
*Poor Mark Davis, the guys just can't seem to win, literally. (Psst Mark--are you keeping an eye on all of those Niner Free Agents, and Jimbo of course?) The Raiders need a new stadium but where? The O.Co is in a great locale for football, but it creates a an issue for the other tennant.....
*......so maybe after Uncle Bud retires, and the A's win a 5th World Series Ring in Oakland, then the A's will SUE MLB for the right to move? I always thought San Jose had an interesting but difficult case against MLB, but in my opinion, it is the A's that need to sue to move, not the city. A stadium down by the Port seems to have a little traction, but it has a longggggggg way to go. What is so tragic, is how the A's and Raiders seemed so linked at the hip--exactly where they don't want to be!
*I just don't see the Niners wanting the Raiders as a tenant--unless, unless, the new stadium does not quite become the financial bonanza all parties are looking for. Moving to Santa Clara could be a short term win for the Raiders....talk about a strange marriage. How great would it be to see the Niners and Raiders on top of the NFL at the same time? Amy Trask had some interesting things to say about Dennis Allen and Reggie McKenzie by the way.
*Know I really wonder--what is the Browns causing the Hargaugh Drama, or did Jimbo's agent leak a little info? Very tasty over on the West Side. In the end, does it matter how Balke and Coach H get along? Pro sports all about the winning baby!
*By the way, let me be the first to say, the Seahawks are going to struggle. Here is Russel Wilson, after a long season, still messing with baseball? Tusk, Tusk. It is so hard in this time and age for teams to repeat, merely because of all the distractions of being a winner. Smile Niner fans, the Seahawks won't be hosting the NFC Championship game in 2015. (See, can't we all get along?)
*Baseball less than 30 days away for Bay Area fans--less for Dod$er blue faithful. Will this be the year to follow the money? Dodgers and Yankees on top? You will have to wait for my predictions naturally.
*Here in Prime Time I raise the glass to Mr. Mark Davis, wishing him well. His task and the shoes he has to fill--not to mention the ghosts and shadows--are great. Just believe Mr. MD, just believe.
*Don't look now, but March Madness is here!
*Come on now, Nerd Power loses out to the Big Apple? MLB is still wiping the egg from their proverbial faces after Eric "Harry Potter" Sogard almost became the "face" of MLB. Somehow Soggie managed to lose to David Wright of the Mets--that's right, who? It was a silly promotion to begin with, however A's fans, and perhaps the Silicon Valley base in general twittered away! It would seem in the AL, there would be the BIG 4, Trout, Jeter, Big Poppy, and maybe Verbeast (Justin Verlander). In the NL, my top 4 would be Dodgers Puig and Kershaw, Harper of the Nats, and Buster P.
*The W's love playing in the Garden, that's for sure. Curry didn't put up a 50 plus game again, but his first half was pretty impressible. The burden of high expectations have weighed on the team the entire season, and they will continue to grow as the playoffs inch closer. The Bay Area embodies the "California" Bandwaggon mindset, in that fans want Titles, or nothing else. I suggest Warrior fans should just be glad to make the playoffs for consecutive seasons, then proceed from there. Currently the Warriors would draw Portland in the first round, with those Warrior Killers the Spurs waiting on the horizon. The Spurs visit the ROAR-Oracle later this month in a can't miss game for fans of the Blue and Gold.
*The Jimmer Shimmer experiment recently ended in Sacramento. I thought the Warriors might give Jimmer a look as his game a knock off to that of Steph Curry. However, before that could happen, the Bulls are given a Jimmer a looksie. Kings fans, remember the good old days with C-Web, and Vlade and the Gang.
AARGH....so close to championship those team's were, so close!
*Poor Mark Davis, the guys just can't seem to win, literally. (Psst Mark--are you keeping an eye on all of those Niner Free Agents, and Jimbo of course?) The Raiders need a new stadium but where? The O.Co is in a great locale for football, but it creates a an issue for the other tennant.....
*......so maybe after Uncle Bud retires, and the A's win a 5th World Series Ring in Oakland, then the A's will SUE MLB for the right to move? I always thought San Jose had an interesting but difficult case against MLB, but in my opinion, it is the A's that need to sue to move, not the city. A stadium down by the Port seems to have a little traction, but it has a longggggggg way to go. What is so tragic, is how the A's and Raiders seemed so linked at the hip--exactly where they don't want to be!
*I just don't see the Niners wanting the Raiders as a tenant--unless, unless, the new stadium does not quite become the financial bonanza all parties are looking for. Moving to Santa Clara could be a short term win for the Raiders....talk about a strange marriage. How great would it be to see the Niners and Raiders on top of the NFL at the same time? Amy Trask had some interesting things to say about Dennis Allen and Reggie McKenzie by the way.
*Know I really wonder--what is the Browns causing the Hargaugh Drama, or did Jimbo's agent leak a little info? Very tasty over on the West Side. In the end, does it matter how Balke and Coach H get along? Pro sports all about the winning baby!
*By the way, let me be the first to say, the Seahawks are going to struggle. Here is Russel Wilson, after a long season, still messing with baseball? Tusk, Tusk. It is so hard in this time and age for teams to repeat, merely because of all the distractions of being a winner. Smile Niner fans, the Seahawks won't be hosting the NFC Championship game in 2015. (See, can't we all get along?)
*Baseball less than 30 days away for Bay Area fans--less for Dod$er blue faithful. Will this be the year to follow the money? Dodgers and Yankees on top? You will have to wait for my predictions naturally.
*Here in Prime Time I raise the glass to Mr. Mark Davis, wishing him well. His task and the shoes he has to fill--not to mention the ghosts and shadows--are great. Just believe Mr. MD, just believe.
*Don't look now, but March Madness is here!
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