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New York Yankees: 2012 do you know the possibilities

Posted by on 20 February 2012, 2:31 am
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New York Yankees (Photo credit: Keith Allison)

The New York Yankees head into a 2012 season that could very well be the most important in franchise history, as losing might all of sudden not an option more than ever.

What am I getting at here?

As New York might have a chance to do something that no other city has ever done. That is to be crowned champions in all four professional sports leagues, the NFL, NHL, NBA and MLB in the same year.

Look I know a lot of things need to happen for this four-part scenario to unfold, but one has already won, two others are heading in the right direction and the Yankees would be the last piece of the puzzle.

Reality is when the clock struck midnight to start the New Year, just thinking about this happening would be considered outlandish, even though the Giants had fought their way into the NFL playoffs by this point.

This whole scenario was just still a pipe dream, but I couldn’t shake it out of my brain.

Then on February 5th, the Giants proved even themselves wrong by winning the Super Bowl XLVI.

So, now the most improbable New York team had won, and it set the bar high because if the Giants could figure out how to become winners as a team than the other three had no excuses.

Now the Rangers were cruising right along, and looking like the best team in the NHL, but the Knicks looked not so good. No longer just a mess, but a mess with All-Stars who couldn’t get it done in MSG. Continue reading ‘New York Yankees: 2012 do you know the possibilities’ »

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New York Giants vs. New England Patriots: 3 Key Factors To Super Bowl XLVI

Posted by on 1 February 2012, 11:58 pm

Super Bowl XLVI is this Sunday, between the New Giants and New England Patriots at Lucas Oil Stadium, the home of the Indianapolis Colts.

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So, what will I be watching for after kickoff, which is scheduled for 6:30 ET on NBC?

Here are 3 key factors that I will have a close eye on.

1) Rob Gronkowski 

How seriously injured is Patriots tight end Gronkowski’s? The offensive monster suffered, what was later diagnosed as a high ankle sprain, during the AFC Championship Game two weeks ago. Gronkowski got off the plane in Indianapolis last Sunday in a walking boot, but has not been seen in it since. There is no doubt that the 6’7, 265 lbs. Gronkowski is limping a little, but how able he is to take part on Sunday will be a HUGE factor.  Gronkowski broke NFL tight end records in 2011 with his 1327 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns; he is a nightmare for any defense to deal with.

2) The Quarterbacks

Eli Manning threw for 4933 yards, which resulted in 29 touchdowns and 16 interceptions in 2011. While Manning’s numbers don’t quite match Tom Brady’s 5235 yards, 39 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, they both ranked in the top 5 NFL quarterbacks on the season. These two are not new to the big stage, and know their performances will dictate the flow of the game. This is an offensive clash you won’t want to miss. Continue reading ‘New York Giants vs. New England Patriots: 3 Key Factors To Super Bowl XLVI’ »

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New York Yankees: Not Today Let’s Go Giants

Posted by on 15 January 2012, 2:28 am

The New York Yankees finally had a weekend full of off-season news, but that can wait because today is all about the New York Giants.

The G-Men are in Green Bay this weekend to play the 15-1 Packers in the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs; winner will play the San Francisco 49ers next weekend in the Conference Championship and a trip to Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis on February 6th.

So, make sure to tune in at 4:15pm to see the NYG vs. GB Packers on FOX.

WAIT….there is one thing you might not know and it is very important!! Continue reading ‘New York Yankees: Not Today Let’s Go Giants’ »

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New York Yankees: Not Today It is Tebow Time

Posted by on 9 January 2012, 4:08 pm

ESPN’s First Take host Skip Bayless, whom I adore, has been in Denver Broncos QB Tim Tebow‘s corner since day one.

Admittedly, I have not been on the Tebow bandwagon yet and still am not aboard, but you cannot deny that this guy is inspiring to watch. Just read this recent Tebow article on FOX SPORTS that just confirms this might be some divine intervention from above.

Here is a brilliant rap video made by ESPN’s First Take talented crew, about this young man who has been become a national icon already:

New York Yankees take note….

“All He Does Is Win.”

 

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New York Yankees: Stop Blaming, Start Winning And Shut-Up

Posted by on 21 December 2011, 2:45 am

New York Post - Back Cover- 12/20/11

Stop blaming, start winning and shut-up…. is a lesson both the New York Giants and Jets could learn from the New York Yankees.

Both the Jets and Giants represent New York and the NFL, but these professionals act more like spoiled brats who just talk the talk, but can’t seem to walk the walk.

Have you ever heard a Yankees publicly blame his teammates; or whine about lack of fan support after a loss?

Did anyone overhear Derek Jeter & Co. complaining about Alex Rodriguez’s playoff choke after the Yankees lost ALDS Game 5 this past season?

No, and even if Jeter thought it, as A-rod did blow three series-winning at-bats, it would have been for a passing second because the Yankees win and lose as a team.

See, even my mother knows that the Yankees play every game with all they got, so why can’t the Jets and Giants do the same?

Speaking as a Giants fan, what pisses me off is that the talent is clearly there, but the attitude doesn’t match-up. No one knows which Giants ‘team’ is going to show up that day. And the worst part is I don’t think the Giants players do either because they seem to give-up, instead man-up.

Look, the Giants are not alone here, as I am sure many Jets, Cowboys and Eagles fans feel the same way each week but that doesn’t excuse it.

So, this weekend other than a Giants shellacking of the Jets, I hope the game does not embarrass New York, two of the city’s loyal fan-bases and the game of football itself.

As reality is if both teams play like they did last Sunday, we are in for a turbulent four-quarters on Saturday.

NOW…. ABOUT THE G-MEN:

Let me clear one thing up, the Jets are not the Giants, just like the Mets are not the Yankees. Continue reading ‘New York Yankees: Stop Blaming, Start Winning And Shut-Up’ »

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NFL Funniest Video Kid Hates Patriots Tom Brady

Posted by on 1 December 2011, 1:59 am

Since the MLB off-season is a snooze so far, here is a fan video that will give you a laugh.

You might have already seen this kid’s video pop-up on other sports sites but I had to share it because it is hilarious. It also explains how young the anger starts for Philadelphia Eagles fan.

As this kid really HATES New England Patriots QB Tom Brady, as this video was filmed during the November 28 game between the Eagles and Pats……aka the Philly Massacre at the hands of Tom Brady who won the game 38-20.

ENJOY…but please try to block out when the kids dad offers for him to take a swing at the TV, another glimmer of fine American parenting at work.

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Lady Loves Pinstripes: Talks Yankees, Tebow & PSU With Sports-Kings Jim Racalto

Posted by on 24 November 2011, 1:13 am

Last Friday night, I had the pleasure of being the featured interviewee on Sports-Kings.com Weekend Podcast.

Sports-Kings.com co-founder Jim Racalto and I gabbed about everything from Penn State, to Tim Tebow Time and of course the New York Yankees.

Jim is a die-hard Steelers fan, but what he might not have realized was admitting that Pittsburgh was on the path for a repeat Super Bowl appearance almost made me throw-up.

Overall, the interview was a total blast and I hope to be a guest of the Sports-Kings again soon.

And trust me when I tell you to go check out Sports-Kings.com. It is well worth it for anyone who calls him or herself a sports fan because these guys cover it all.

You can hear the full podcast interview below or by clicking HERE: Continue reading ‘Lady Loves Pinstripes: Talks Yankees, Tebow & PSU With Sports-Kings Jim Racalto’ »

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