Here is this week's edition of Seriously? My sarcastic look back at the week in sports.
Seriously, former number one pick, Stephen Strasburg, is calling out current number one pick, Bryce Harper, for not signing sooner with the Washington Nationals? Is it me or have Pot and Kettle not been formally introduced. Both Pot and Kettle are represented by uber agent, Scott Boras, and both can rest easy now that Kettle inked his deal 26 seconds before the deadline expired.
Apparently, Corey Pavin, U.S. Ryder Cup Captain, and Golf Channel reporter, Jim Gray got in a spat over Gray reporting that Pavin would select Tiger Woods as a Captain’s pick for the Ryder Cup team. This disagreement almost got physical. Seriously? Physical? What like a “throw down” or a tickle fight? Seriously? These two make featherweights look meaty. Jim Gray allegedly told Pavin that he "was going down." Seriously? Sadly, I’m thinking that Gray will not be asked to interview Pavin for the Golf Channel’s version of “The Decision.”
Francisco “K-Rod” Rodriguez, closer for the New York Mets, is now out for the year after tearing ligaments in his thumb while attacking the father of his girlfriend. Seriously? I can’t believe that a member of the Mets showed any sort of aggressiveness or passion. I’m not condoning violence, particularly against quasi family members, but I’m not used to any member of the Mets standing up for themselves normally they just quit.
The New Jersey Devils are working on a new deal with star left wing, Ilya Kovalchuk. This after their original $102 million 17 year deal was rejected by the NHL. Seriously? First, I’m not used to the NHL recognizing insanity when they see it. Big step forward for Gary Bettman and crew. But seriously, what’s next a $120 million 20 year deal? Kovalchuk will only be 47 years old. He could be the NHL’s Brett Favre.
Now what? Seems that everybody’s favorite lazy, fat guy football player is at it again. Albert Haynesworth, who protested (the Redskins moving from a 4-3 to a 3-4 defense), asked for a trade, threatened a hold out, and failed conditioning test after conditioning test, now says that he likes the defense. Seriously? Don’t you think that Mike Shanahan is sitting in his office thinking the same thing? Seriously, Albert?
Tom Brady, quarterback of the New England Patriots, caused quite the stir earlier in the week as he practiced with tape on his fingers. Seriously, NFL media and Pats’ fans, settle down…remember deep, cleansing breaths. All is well, Coach Belichick says the injury is not “life threatening.” Talk about dodging a bullet of course Belichick has been known to be a bit cagey about injuries.
Through my Head: Random Musings
Torry Holt’s career just might be over. He was put on injured reserve by the New England Patriots with a knee injury. I’ve always been fond of Holt and amazed by his abilities and his work ethic. I remember him as a senior at North Carolina State when the Wolfpack played at Baylor in 1998. Baylor won the game (an upset but aren’t they all) 33-30 but Holt won the day with 255 yards receiving. He was literally a man among boys. I have not, to this day, seen a college receiver put on that kind of show. Impressive. Holt currently ranks 11th all-time in the NFL in receptions and 10th all time in yards. He also led the league in receiving yards twice and had 1,000 yards in eight straight seasons. The questions about the Hall of Fame can wait. If this is the end of Holt’s career. Thanks Torry for being an example of work ethic, skill, and class.
Just when you thought things couldn't get worse for the Buffalo Bills, they did. Starting running back, Fred Jackson is out at least a month with a broken left hand and backup running back, Marshawn Lynch, limping on a sprained ankle. Yes, they have rookie running back, C.J. Spiller, but I would suggest keeping him on the sidelines in bubble wrap if I were the Bills.
Apparently, Corey Pavin, U.S. Ryder Cup Captain, and Golf Channel reporter, Jim Gray got in a spat over Gray reporting that Pavin would select Tiger Woods as a Captain’s pick for the Ryder Cup team. This disagreement almost got physical. Seriously? Physical? What like a “throw down” or a tickle fight? Seriously? These two make featherweights look meaty. Jim Gray allegedly told Pavin that he "was going down." Seriously? Sadly, I’m thinking that Gray will not be asked to interview Pavin for the Golf Channel’s version of “The Decision.”
Francisco “K-Rod” Rodriguez, closer for the New York Mets, is now out for the year after tearing ligaments in his thumb while attacking the father of his girlfriend. Seriously? I can’t believe that a member of the Mets showed any sort of aggressiveness or passion. I’m not condoning violence, particularly against quasi family members, but I’m not used to any member of the Mets standing up for themselves normally they just quit.
The New Jersey Devils are working on a new deal with star left wing, Ilya Kovalchuk. This after their original $102 million 17 year deal was rejected by the NHL. Seriously? First, I’m not used to the NHL recognizing insanity when they see it. Big step forward for Gary Bettman and crew. But seriously, what’s next a $120 million 20 year deal? Kovalchuk will only be 47 years old. He could be the NHL’s Brett Favre.
Now what? Seems that everybody’s favorite lazy, fat guy football player is at it again. Albert Haynesworth, who protested (the Redskins moving from a 4-3 to a 3-4 defense), asked for a trade, threatened a hold out, and failed conditioning test after conditioning test, now says that he likes the defense. Seriously? Don’t you think that Mike Shanahan is sitting in his office thinking the same thing? Seriously, Albert?
Tom Brady, quarterback of the New England Patriots, caused quite the stir earlier in the week as he practiced with tape on his fingers. Seriously, NFL media and Pats’ fans, settle down…remember deep, cleansing breaths. All is well, Coach Belichick says the injury is not “life threatening.” Talk about dodging a bullet of course Belichick has been known to be a bit cagey about injuries.
Through my Head: Random Musings
Torry Holt’s career just might be over. He was put on injured reserve by the New England Patriots with a knee injury. I’ve always been fond of Holt and amazed by his abilities and his work ethic. I remember him as a senior at North Carolina State when the Wolfpack played at Baylor in 1998. Baylor won the game (an upset but aren’t they all) 33-30 but Holt won the day with 255 yards receiving. He was literally a man among boys. I have not, to this day, seen a college receiver put on that kind of show. Impressive. Holt currently ranks 11th all-time in the NFL in receptions and 10th all time in yards. He also led the league in receiving yards twice and had 1,000 yards in eight straight seasons. The questions about the Hall of Fame can wait. If this is the end of Holt’s career. Thanks Torry for being an example of work ethic, skill, and class.
Just when you thought things couldn't get worse for the Buffalo Bills, they did. Starting running back, Fred Jackson is out at least a month with a broken left hand and backup running back, Marshawn Lynch, limping on a sprained ankle. Yes, they have rookie running back, C.J. Spiller, but I would suggest keeping him on the sidelines in bubble wrap if I were the Bills.
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