Adventures of a Blue-Chip Nothing

Ever wonder what it's like to be a complete idiot, and have a university, its coaches, players, and co-eds, and the city bow to your every whim?

If so, then join our young Miami superstar Willie Williams as he shares his recruiting trip experiences with the Miami Herald of a few of his school visits.
They are as follows [Please read in sequence]:

Trip No. 1: Florida State

Trip No. 2: Auburn

Trip No. 3: Miami

It seems that the (Mentally) Meek truly shall inherit the earth.

Source

All in the Timing

As I've mentioned on my blog, my mom is coming in town on Wednesday. Well, right after she made the reservations, I made a realization... that's the same night that the Thrashers are playing Cory's favorite team, the Blues, at Philips Arena in Atlanta.

Now, an "airport run" is usually one of the most heinous chores imaginable (when I lived in Missouri, it was nearly 3 hours to the nearest major airport. One Way). But an airport run with a hockey game as it's reward... well, that's not too shabby. Even if it means I'll have to spend half the night explaining what "icing" is to my mother.

So, we procured tickets, and Cory and I have been pretty excited about the plan. We got to see the Blues play the Thrashers last year, too... and the result wasn't too favorable for St. Louis.

This morning, I woke up and checked my email (ok, who am I kidding. It was afternoon. I don't do mornings if I can help it). Lo and Behold, I received an email that said Dany Heatley will return to the Thrashers on Wednesday!!!!

Yahoo!!!!!

Lace 'Em Up

Ok, so I know this is a sports blog, and not a political blog, but I thought that this deserved our attention:
Kerry Takes to Ice With Hockey Greats in New Hampshire.

I haven't seen the video yet, but apparently ol' JK has the moves on the frozen pond. Cory said he did a pretty sweet deke and scored a goal. Not too shabby.

Now, I haven't picked a "favorite" candidate of the Dems yet... But John Kerry seems to be pulling for my vote. Too bad his bio says he enjoys hunting.

Sign of the Apocalypse

Brace yourself, dear reader.

The betting capital of the world has listed the Royals as a 20-1 favorite to win the World Series.

Finally, I can put down the revolver. Sweet release is just over the horizon.

Mets Win, Mets Win

Even if the Mets can't win a game on the diamond, there ARE winning in the courtroom: the right to the "Met" name in Europe.
The chief London weather office, "The Met" lost their fight to block the New York National League Baseball Club of the same name.

Which begs the question: Can this British band of meteorologists beat the Detroit Tigers?

Not that I would ask said question...I have too much respect for the Motor City Kitties and their great fans.

The Game Waaaay Before the Game

Trying to pick your Super Bowl wager? Consider this... the folks at whatifsports.com have simulated Super Bowl XXXVII, and the upstart Carolina Panthers are the virtual champions!

Box Score

Taking It Way Too Far

What the hell is this??? Why the hell is the "Worldwide Leader in Sports" now producing a webpage about Entertainment News?

Do I go to E! to find out if the Red Wings won? Hell, no. So why should I go to ESPN.com for all the late-breaking J-Lo and Jessica Simpson news?

I shouldn't. And I won't.

So join with me, my brothers and sisters, and boycott "Page 3!"

Royal Signing

Outfielder Carlos Beltran and the Kansas City Royals agreed Tuesday to a $9 million, one-year contract.

So...any bets on how long before Carlos is traded this year?

Anyone?

Meet the New Boss....Same as The Old Boss

What took them so !@##* long? The news everyone heard on Saturday was finally confirmed today with the hiring of former Chiefs head coach Gunther Cunningham as their new Defensive Coordinator.

Say goodbye to the "32" Defense: The "KC Strip" Defense is back.

You know, for a team that didn't interview anyone but 2 in-house assistants and Cunningham, it sure did play out much more dramatically.

The funniest thing I heard about the press conference today is Gunther sizing up his new Weak side Linebacker Scott Fujita, getting right in his face and saying, "Ooooh, you're a big one, aint cha?

Priceless.

Say what you will about Gun...he's a !@#$@!% riot.

Got Your Number

When I spotted this article tonight, I was pretty excited. I'm always interested in why athletes picked particular uniform numbers. But they left out some glaring examples.

They mentioned that Mario Lemieux picked #66 to pay tribute to Wayne Gretzky (#99), and then said that the "great one" picked #99 in honor of Gordie Howe (#9). But the way I've understood it since I was in high school was that Gretzky picked #99 because he'd signed with the Oilers through the year 1999.

And for God's sake, how could they leave out the greatest name/number combination in hockey? Steve Heinze. Number 57. That's right... he's Heinze 57.

Our Long National Nightmare is Over

Today, the Chiefs are expected to announce the hiring of Gunther Cunningham as their new Defensive Coordinator. This on the heels of pretty much everyone knowing so on Saturday, but per the usual, the "official" announcement had yet to be made to the public.

Strange indeed, but even stranger is the fact that Kansas City is hiring back the same guy that was given his walking papers just three years previous....and that was even handled badly. Cunningham found out about his firing over the Internet. (Where does that kind of inter-office communication sound familiar?)

At any rate, the fans have spoken and the overwhelming majority are estactic to have "Gun" back where he belongs: firing up the sidelines and resurrecting a once proud defense from the depths of the dreaded "32".

I send along my best wishes to Gunther, as he has quite a job on his hands, and very little time to do it.

But if anyone can do it, Gun can.

Prince Albert Breaks His Silence

The Cards' resident stud Albert Pujols is apparently fed up with the shaft he's received from the Cards despite his historic and record-breaking start to a promising career.

My Take: Good for Albert.

After putting up ridiculous numbers his first 3 years, it's time the Cards locked him up in a long term deal. I know the money's tight, but all they're getting from these record one-year arbitration awards is a disgruntled Pujols.

It seems to me it would take a great deal to make Albert mad.

To Walt Jocketty: Let's leave that job to NL pitchers.

The Gun's Back

Chief Fans finally got their man back where he belongs. I think it's safe to say that the 04 Chiefs D will be significantly improved over 03.

Of course, there's nowhere to go but up.

Saunders Staying

Thank God the Chiefs retained Al. I wish him the best in any head coaching position we would get, but the Raiders? That would truly be unforgivable.

Let The Games Begin

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