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New York Yankees: Not Alex Rodriguez Again

Posted by on 5 August 2011, 2:56 am

Unless you have lived on Mars, you have definitely heard or read the latest controversy about New York Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez.

According to Star Magazine, A-rod allegedly participated in one or two underground poker games back in 2005 and 2007. There was cocaine present and a fight almost broke out due to the host not wanting to pay up.

MLB Commissioner Bud Selig did not like hearing this and his office issued the following statement:

“We take this very seriously and have been investigating this matter since the initial allegation. As part of the investigation, the commissioner’s office will interview Mr. Rodriguez.”

All that Selig & Company is accomplishing by even acknowledging something like this is more distraction from real baseball issues that need to be addressed.

It is no secret that A-rod makes some bad decisions and is at the wrong place, at the wrong time more than most. Hey you try to find someone who wouldn’t do the same when the NYC media is stalking you 24-7?

The facts about this story come via RadarOnline.com /STAR Magazine who spoke to an anonymous witness at the alleged game with A-rod, and shared these following details:

With tempers at the table flaring, A-Rod tried to distance himself from the game, another insider told Star. “He just shook his head, not knowing what the hell happened,’’ the whistle-blower revealed.

“He didn’t want to deal with it at all. He was like, ‘OK, whatever. It’s your game.’ I would estimate A-Rod lost, like, a few thousand dollars that night. After everything that happened, he paid-up and left.”

A few other partakers reportedly made it very clear that A-rod did not use any cocaine, and that he seemed freaked out by his whole ‘initiation’ into the high-stakes games. There are no reports that A-rod has not been linked to this ring again for years.

Okay, so could someone please tell me why MLB is getting involved here and causing a stink about this?

I understand that the Yankees supposedly warned A-rod about these ‘rings’ back in 2005, but that seems just as A-rod does work for the organization.

So tell me where MLB’s Commissioner’s Office fits in here?

Was they betting on baseball games? Or was A-rod doing cocaine?

No and no…

Well the latest news according to CBS Sports, is the Major League Baseball is investigating allegations of Alex Rodriguez’s participation in illegal poker games, an assertion that could lead to the player’s suspension. Continue reading ‘New York Yankees: Not Alex Rodriguez Again’ »

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New York Yankees: Curious About Bartolo Colon And Not Jose Bautista

Posted by on 24 May 2011, 1:54 am

Let me start by saying that I am not accusing Bartolo Colon or Jose Bautista of any misconduct regarding MLB’s Performance Enhancing Drugs Policies.

I am merely conveying a comparison of two players who are playing well beyond what seems humanly capable.

The two happen to be playing each other tonight at Yankee Stadium, where in the first inning Bautista went yard off of Colon bringing his home-run total to 19 this season.

Bautista and his Toronto Blue Jays got the better of Colon’s New York Yankees, taking the first of this three game set 7-3.

BARTOLO COLON:

In Bartolo Colon’s case, his talents were never in question. From the moment he took the mound for the first time in the majors back in 1997, Colon was a rising star. Following his rookie debut, in his first full season in 1998 he was voted an All-Star at the age of 24-years-old.

Colon’s biggest silver came from winning the 2005 CY Young Award, which is the pitching version of the MVP Award. (In case you need a refresher, the CY Young is given once a season, acknowledging the two most impressive arms from each respected league, the American and the National. It is the prize every pitcher dreams about, so the list of winners is the most elite in the history of the game.)

The three seasons following 2005, Colon was on three different teams and had a incurred an injured elbow that was not healing. Colon looked to be heading out the door.

Instead, as he sat out of the entire 2010 season Colon decided he wasn’t done just yet, so when he heard of this progressive procedure that if successful could get him back on the bump again, he jumped.

Serge F. Kovaleski of the New York Times wrote an article recently describing the actual surgery:

Dr. Joseph R. Purita, an orthopedic surgeon who runs a regenerative medicine clinic in Boca Raton, said he and a team of Dominican doctors that he led treated Colon in April 2010. Purita said he employed what he regards as one of his more pioneering techniques: he used fat and bone marrow stem cells from Colon, injecting them back into Colon’s elbow and shoulder to help repair ligament damage and a torn rotator cuff.

Well, the procedure, along with a noted attitude change has worked.

Colon is pitching not just well, but great again. This has caused enormous speculation that HGH was used during the procedure, which all involved completely deny.

Dr. Joseph R. Purita even told ESPNNewYork.com that he is willing to take a lie detector test to prove that he did not use human growth hormone in an elbow surgery that may have saved New York Yankees starter Bartolo Colon’s career.

There has been no proof stating otherwise, but Colon, Dr. Purita and Colon’s agent all understand the position that MLB has taken by conducting an investigation to make sure everything was legal.

JOSE BATISTA:

Why am I bringing up Toronto Blue Jays OF Jose Bautista in relation to the Colon-drama?

Bautista’s bat had a 2010 that will go down in the books as one of the best on record, with the 54 home-runs sticking out the most.

Now in his ninth pro-season, Bautista is defying all odds and is hitting even better so far in 2011.

So, it makes you wonder where this guy was the first seven years, and why had no one even batted an eye at him over that time span.

No one noticed because Bautista wasn’t even an above average hitter. If you want proof all you have to do is check out the facts…. I mean stats. Continue reading ‘New York Yankees: Curious About Bartolo Colon And Not Jose Bautista’ »

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New York Yankees: Couldn’t Get A Loss When Honoring The Boss

Posted by on 21 September 2010, 4:31 am

New York Yankees are finally home in the Bronx.

Monday night opened a four game set against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Before the start of the game, the Yankees honored owner George Steinbrenner, who passed away on July 13th, which ironically was the same day of the All-Star Game.

The ceremony was surreal, as the Yankees escorted the entire Steinbrenner Family along with Yogi Berra, Reggie Jackson, Joe Torre, Don Mattingly and MLB Commissioner Bud Selig to Monument Park to unveil a statue in honor of the Boss.

A tribute played on the center field screen that brought fans to tears. Mr. Steinbrenner was not just the Yankees boss; he was New York’s boss.

A man who lived to give to others but held the personal motto that “the greatest form of charity is anonymity.”

Watching the current Yankees walk in a united group out to center field was perfect.

Seeing Torre and Mattingly was overwhelming for both the fans and the two ex-Yankees. There were only cheers, as an entire stadium was chanting the loudest “Let’s Go Yankees” ever heard.

It was perfect start, followed by the only appropriate ending, a Yankee win.

Winning on Monday night wasn’t for the playoffs, or to stay in first place it was for the Boss who made winning the Yankee way.

Here are some pictures from the memorable ceremony for the greatest Yankee ever, Mr. George Steinbrenner III:

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You Got Punk’d: New York Yankees Derek Jeter Informs The Home-Plate Ump

Posted by on 17 September 2010, 2:44 pm

New York Yankees star Derek Jeter’s on-field performance the other night against the Tampa Bay Rays has definitely caught the eye of the sports world.

In case you missed Jeter’s trickery, just click HERE to watch it.

Everyone from NASCAR drivers to retired NFL players to Jeter himself was asked their opinion on the situation.

As expected, answers were extensively wide-ranging from angry to praise for the Yankees Captain.

Jeter admitted in the post-game that it had hit the bat and the umpire told him to go to first-base. Jeter didn’t outright lie because it is the umpire’s decision and his job to judge.

This type of stuff happens in sports across the board, but similar scenarios happen in courtrooms, boardrooms and classrooms on a daily basis.

Does it make it right?

Yes and no because imagine if Jeter stopped the umpire and told him to throw him out of the game because it hit the bat would be just as ludicrous and plain out stupid.

Plenty of times umpires have called a player safe and the replay tell a different story. Never once has a player told the umpire otherwise knowing he was out.

It is a baseball player’s job to get on base so runs can score.

Jeter was in fact doing his job, but the extra act was bothersome, seemed unnecessary and overdone. Continue reading ‘You Got Punk’d: New York Yankees Derek Jeter Informs The Home-Plate Ump’ »

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The Drama Of Being Alex Rodriguez

Posted by on 20 May 2010, 1:26 pm

Why am I even bringing up something that could hinder the New York Yankees?

Call it paranoia, but it is  justifiable based on past experience.

See, growing up in New York City I have learned the hard way that it is better to have the attitude….hope for the best, but expect the worst.

It could also be attributed to just plain old luck running out, which might be due to being brainwashed by ESPN.

What I am talking about  just at one player’s off the field behavior.  That guy is Alex Rodriguez.

Arod has created a media circus since he has worn Yankee pinstripes. From opting out of contract mid-Word Series, to cheating on his wife with the likes of Madonna to getting no love from fans.

Arod’s biggest surprise came at the start of Spring Training 2009.  The truth came out of Arod’s steroid use and became public knowledge. Just a few month’s prior, Arod had adamantly denied on national TV that he had ever taken anything to enhance his performance on the field.

Arod’s own public omission and apology was genuine, in my opinion. It was evident on his face and in his performance last season.

Yes, people were hurt and felt betrayed by Arod, I personally did not.

Just think, if you were in was in Arod’s shoes, would probably have tried PEDS?

It was not banned in Major League Baseball, and it was fairly common thing. How could you not be tempted?

It had no implications at the time, except a promise to play better, leading to becoming richer and increasing your fan base. Being young and dumb also played a role too. Continue reading ‘The Drama Of Being Alex Rodriguez’ »

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Two Worries Of A Cocky Yankees Fan

Posted by on 24 March 2010, 5:59 am

The world saw the worst collapse in sports history take residence in Shea Stadium, in 2007, the pictures and tears brought city-wide shame. The Mets have been face first since, and the fans hate them for it.

Jump to a few months later, when the scrappy Giants miraculously beat an undefeated Patriots to win the Superbowl. New York went crazy for sports again, and inspired by the proof playing with heart institutes champions.

Are you getting the point here?

New York fans have been emotionally drained, with the ups and downs being so harsh.

Continue reading ‘Two Worries Of A Cocky Yankees Fan’ »

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Baseball’s Dirty Mistress

Posted by on 14 January 2010, 11:39 pm


Steroids, the all too familiar word baseball fans have come terribly familiar with this past decade.

This week another player, excuse me super-star, coming clean for using performance-enhancing drugs.

Mark McGwire took steroids to able his aging body to stay on pace with the length of the baseball season. McGwire seems to think his home-runs performance was organic and unrelated to the reason he could play each and every day.

Anyone with a brain knows that makes no sense.

After re-hearing McGwire’s confession, his sincerity and honest discomfort makes it clear. It makes him weak and individual’s make mistakes.

This whole admission from players pre-2004 is getting on everyone’s nerves.

The guilty party in this whole ‘era’ is trying to protect their own ass, instead of taking the blame for their omission. This is baseball, the corporation legitimately who is to blame.

Bud Selig should be giving an interview about why no written protocol or concession on the subject was given before 2004. Continue reading ‘Baseball’s Dirty Mistress’ »

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