This morning as I watching ESPN I seriously could not believe that former Chicago Bull and teammate of Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen said that Lebron James could be better then Michael Jordan. I've heard a lot of crazy things in my time but let me make this clear Michael Jordan played in a tougher era with players like Bird, Magic and Ewing. He played against tougher teams like the Trailblazers, Pistons, Celtics, Lakers and Knicks.
Lebron James is a great player but he never will be Jordan. Jordan didn't have to switch teams to win championships. Even if Lebron wins six with the Heat it doesn't mean anything because he had to leave his team to play on someone else's. Lets face it the Miami Heat are Dwayne Wade's team and always will be.
Even Scottie Pippen's teammates are in total shock and disagreement over his comments. I know a lot of Chicago fans can't be happy about his comments considering the Heat just beat the Bulls to make it to the finals. One other thing I would like touch on is MJ made people famous, Lebron hasn't. Look at guys like John Paxson, Steve Kerr, and many others who played MI. They wouldn't be as famous if they wouldn't have played with Jordan.
Scottie Pippen I have a lot of respect for you but realize it's because of Michael Jordan you're considered one of the all time greats. How many championships did you win without him? None whatsoever. Michael Jordan is greatest player to ever live and no one will ever come close to what he was and is to the game of basketball. End of story, case closed.
Friday, May 27, 2011
Friday, May 20, 2011
RIP "Macho Man" Randy Savage
Most people consider Wrestlemania 3 and his match with Ricky Steamboat to be the highlight of his career. Even after his lost to Steamboat he went on to do some great things. In late 1987 he turned face and formed the Mega Powers with Hulk Hogan. Savage's crowning moment happened at Wrestlemania 4 when he won the WWE Championship in a 14 man tournament. However one year later he turned heel and lost the title to Hogan. During his heel run he had feuds with Hogan, Dusty Rhodes and The Ultimate Warrior.
In 1991 Savage turned face once again feuding with Jake the Snake Roberts, Ric Flair and his last real feud in WWE with Crush. Savage departed WWE in 1994 to head to WCW. He wrestled for five years and then in 1999 disappeared from wrestling until he made two brief appearances for NWA-TNA (now known as Impact Wrestling). Randy Savage provided us with many moments and many accomplishments including:
-2x WWF Champion
-WWF Intercontinental Championship
-King of the Ring (1987)
-4x WCW World Heavyweight Champion
-WCW World War 3 (1995)
Randy Savage will always be remembered for his charisma, Slim Jim commercials and his colorful in ring gear. My thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to his wife Lynn, Lanny Poffo (also known as The Genius). We will never forget you Macho. Rest in Peace!
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Wes Leonard and Fennville Featured on ESPN
Yesterday I was honored and privileged to watch ESPN's feature on Wes Leonard and how the team and community came together after his sudden passing. It's been two months since his untimely passing and no one has forgotten this larger and life personality. Here is the video that was aired on ESPN yesterday:
I think it's wonderful that ESPN acknowledged a bright young man who was the focal point of the high school and community in Fennville. My thoughts, prayers and continued condolences go out Wes Leonard's family and friends. It's never easy to go through something like this but remember he will always be in your hearts.
I think it's wonderful that ESPN acknowledged a bright young man who was the focal point of the high school and community in Fennville. My thoughts, prayers and continued condolences go out Wes Leonard's family and friends. It's never easy to go through something like this but remember he will always be in your hearts.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
2011 NBA Draft Lottery Results
Last night the NBA Draft Lottery was held to see who would picking number one in this years draft. Well all I got to say is surprise, surprise look at who it is. Here are the results from the lottery drawing last night.
1. Cleveland (from L.A. Clippers) .232
2. Minnesota .207
3. Utah (from New Jersey) .476
4. Cleveland .232
5. Toronto .268
6. Washington .280
7. Sacramento .293
8. Detroit .366
9. Charlotte .415
10. Milwaukee .427
11. Golden State .439
12. Utah .476
13. Phoenix .488
14. Houston .524
Cleveland is going to be strutting it's stuff in this years draft and they will finally have some talent coming tot he team. Utah got a really good break too considering they have a decent team in-front of them. It should be interesting to what happens in this years draft. There is a lot of great talent on there so tune in to find out.
1. Cleveland (from L.A. Clippers) .232
2. Minnesota .207
3. Utah (from New Jersey) .476
4. Cleveland .232
5. Toronto .268
6. Washington .280
7. Sacramento .293
8. Detroit .366
9. Charlotte .415
10. Milwaukee .427
11. Golden State .439
12. Utah .476
13. Phoenix .488
14. Houston .524
Cleveland is going to be strutting it's stuff in this years draft and they will finally have some talent coming tot he team. Utah got a really good break too considering they have a decent team in-front of them. It should be interesting to what happens in this years draft. There is a lot of great talent on there so tune in to find out.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Turmoil with the Yankees
A lot has been going on with the New York Yankees over the last few days. Jorge Posada's refusal to bat ninth has been blown into a huge ordeal in New York. He actually took himself out of the lineup and asked to be released. Now in comes the captain Derek Jeter who is not at all happy with what's going on and made some remarks to reporters that Yankee officials were not happy with.
Right now Posada is a lousy .165 and he felt disrespected by being put in the lineup at ninth. He should consider himself lucky for being in the lineup at all. I know if I was a GM or Manager I would sit him down, send him to AAA or release him if that's what he really asked for.
New York has now last 6 games in a row and there seems to be some division between players, managers and upper management on the Posada ordeal as well as other issues with the team. It could be a very long season for the Yankees if they don't get it together. They are trailing the Rays in their division and that's not a team you want to be losing to as hot as they are.
Can New York survive this drama or will the turmoil be too much for the Bronx Bombers to handle? Stay tuned to find out.
Right now Posada is a lousy .165 and he felt disrespected by being put in the lineup at ninth. He should consider himself lucky for being in the lineup at all. I know if I was a GM or Manager I would sit him down, send him to AAA or release him if that's what he really asked for.
New York has now last 6 games in a row and there seems to be some division between players, managers and upper management on the Posada ordeal as well as other issues with the team. It could be a very long season for the Yankees if they don't get it together. They are trailing the Rays in their division and that's not a team you want to be losing to as hot as they are.
Can New York survive this drama or will the turmoil be too much for the Bronx Bombers to handle? Stay tuned to find out.
Friday, May 13, 2011
TNA Wrestling Renamed Impact Wrestling?
Last night was a night full of surprises for any of those who watched TNA Impact. First it started with the return of Chris Harris who hasn't been in TNA in over four years. He was introduced as Matt Hardy's mystery partner for their match against Beer Money at Sacrifice.
Mick Foley was revealed as the network representative and said that the show was no longer called TNA Impact, it would be called Impact Wrestling. My question that I have on my mind would is the company now called Impact Wresting, or just the TV show? Because on their website it's still referred to as TNA. The motto of this Impact Wrestling is "Wrestling Matters Here." I think this a counter move to WWE taking wrestling out of their name.
The words pro wrestling don't get thrown around on TV anymore but I think this might be TNA's last ditch effort to try and make something happen with the company. There is no doubt in my mind that TNA has the talent to have a great wrestling company but there is no structure, not solid storylines except the Jarrett-Angle one and there's no balance.
The other big shocker of the night was the return of former WWE Attitude star Chyna. She will be teaming with Kurt Angle to take on Jeff and Karen Jarrett in a mixed tag match. Chyna has not been in TV since 2001 I believe and it's great to see.
TNA Sacrifice is this Sunday. I would stay tuned to see how far this Impact Wrestling thing is going to go. Will it indeed make an impact or will it be an epic fail? Only time will tell.
Mick Foley was revealed as the network representative and said that the show was no longer called TNA Impact, it would be called Impact Wrestling. My question that I have on my mind would is the company now called Impact Wresting, or just the TV show? Because on their website it's still referred to as TNA. The motto of this Impact Wrestling is "Wrestling Matters Here." I think this a counter move to WWE taking wrestling out of their name.
The words pro wrestling don't get thrown around on TV anymore but I think this might be TNA's last ditch effort to try and make something happen with the company. There is no doubt in my mind that TNA has the talent to have a great wrestling company but there is no structure, not solid storylines except the Jarrett-Angle one and there's no balance.
The other big shocker of the night was the return of former WWE Attitude star Chyna. She will be teaming with Kurt Angle to take on Jeff and Karen Jarrett in a mixed tag match. Chyna has not been in TV since 2001 I believe and it's great to see.
TNA Sacrifice is this Sunday. I would stay tuned to see how far this Impact Wrestling thing is going to go. Will it indeed make an impact or will it be an epic fail? Only time will tell.
Monday, May 9, 2011
What Should the Lakers Do?
After yesterdays devastating lost that led them to get swept by the Mavericks a lot of people are asking what should the Lakers do? The first thing they should do is get rid of Andrew Bynum after that cheap shot he laid on J.J. Barrea in the fourth quarter. I also think Lamar Odom and Ron Artest have worn out their welcome in L.A. because they are causing more problems then they are benefiting the team. I've been hearing Dwight Howard's name a lot in rumors of him possibly going to the Lakers at some point. If Dwight Howard went to the Lakers it would be very hard to stop them. Kobe Bryant needs a dominant big man that's not going to bring any drama and who knows his place on the team.
It is ever so apparent that Phil Jackson is retired so now they need to a new coach. A lot of people are looking at Lakers assistant Brian Shaw. He was a Laker as a player and has a close relationship with Kobe Bryant. I honestly think Shaw will be the next head coach unless he turns it down which I doubt he would.There a lot of questions surrounding the Lakers right now and not a lot of answers. The beat down they received yesterday was one of the worst in franchise history and they were poor sports in their losing effort.
For Lakers fans, don't worry your team will be back but I don't think it's going to be anytime soon. They need to rebuild the entire team and get rid of the clowns and crybabies on the team. Can the Lakers comeback strong next year or will it be a few years before they reach the promise land? Stay tuned because it could be a very interesting summer.
It is ever so apparent that Phil Jackson is retired so now they need to a new coach. A lot of people are looking at Lakers assistant Brian Shaw. He was a Laker as a player and has a close relationship with Kobe Bryant. I honestly think Shaw will be the next head coach unless he turns it down which I doubt he would.There a lot of questions surrounding the Lakers right now and not a lot of answers. The beat down they received yesterday was one of the worst in franchise history and they were poor sports in their losing effort.
For Lakers fans, don't worry your team will be back but I don't think it's going to be anytime soon. They need to rebuild the entire team and get rid of the clowns and crybabies on the team. Can the Lakers comeback strong next year or will it be a few years before they reach the promise land? Stay tuned because it could be a very interesting summer.
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Justin Verlander Throws His 2nd No Hitter
On June 12 2007 when Justin Verlander threw his first no hitter against the Milwaukee Brewers I had a feeling it wouldn't be his last. On that he struck-out twelve and walked four. Yesterday Verlander entered the game against the Blue Jays with a 2-3 record and has struggled at times already this year. Justin Verlander looked like the pitcher from 2006 when the Tigers went to the World Series and the guy who dominated in 2009. He is only 28 years old and here are just some of his highlights so far in his career:
-American League Rookie of the Year (2006)
-3 time All-Star selection (2007, 2009, 2010)
-Led AL in strikeouts (269), innings pitched (240), tied AL lead in wins (19) in 2009
This guy is something special. He's one of only 20 pitchers who has even thrown 2 or more no hitters. That's something special considering there have been 271 no hitters thrown. A lot of people might say well if it weren't for one walk he would have had a perfect game. That is true but as I said only 20 pitchers in the history of Major League Baseball have thrown multiple no hitters.
I truly believe again that this is not the last no hitter we have seen from Verlander. As a Tiger fan I am hoping this will be the turning point of the season and we will make a run towards the playoffs again. Congratulations to Justin Verlander for throwing another no hitter.
-American League Rookie of the Year (2006)
-3 time All-Star selection (2007, 2009, 2010)
-Led AL in strikeouts (269), innings pitched (240), tied AL lead in wins (19) in 2009
This guy is something special. He's one of only 20 pitchers who has even thrown 2 or more no hitters. That's something special considering there have been 271 no hitters thrown. A lot of people might say well if it weren't for one walk he would have had a perfect game. That is true but as I said only 20 pitchers in the history of Major League Baseball have thrown multiple no hitters.
I truly believe again that this is not the last no hitter we have seen from Verlander. As a Tiger fan I am hoping this will be the turning point of the season and we will make a run towards the playoffs again. Congratulations to Justin Verlander for throwing another no hitter.
Thoughts on Randy Orton vs. Christian (Smackdown 5/6/2011)
This past Friday Randy Orton challenged World Heavyweight Champion Christian in the main event on Smackdown. This was one of the best title matches I've seen on TV in a long time. In my opinion it was actually Wrestlemania worthy. The ending was shocking as Randy Orton hit an RKO on Christian in mid-air and captured the World Heavyweight Title.
A lot of fans are outraged because Christian just only won the title less then a week ago. I am a Randy Orton fan but I believe Christian deserved a lengthy title reign because he deserves. He proved in TNA that he was a main eventer and could hang with top guys. Even in losing this past week he proved he could hang with the top guys.
It's no secret Vince McMahon has never liked him and doesn't have much faith in him but sometimes Vince should listen to the fans. People were genuinely happy to see Christian win the World Title. The guy worked his butt off to get there but politics happen to rear there ugly head when ever they possibly can.
I've also heard people say that we should wait and see what happens. I agree with that because if you go by the standard Captain Charisma is guaranteed a rematch for the title. All I got to say is stay tuned because I don't think we have heard the last from Christian and we certainly haven't heard the last of the WWE Universe on this situation.
A lot of fans are outraged because Christian just only won the title less then a week ago. I am a Randy Orton fan but I believe Christian deserved a lengthy title reign because he deserves. He proved in TNA that he was a main eventer and could hang with top guys. Even in losing this past week he proved he could hang with the top guys.
It's no secret Vince McMahon has never liked him and doesn't have much faith in him but sometimes Vince should listen to the fans. People were genuinely happy to see Christian win the World Title. The guy worked his butt off to get there but politics happen to rear there ugly head when ever they possibly can.
I've also heard people say that we should wait and see what happens. I agree with that because if you go by the standard Captain Charisma is guaranteed a rematch for the title. All I got to say is stay tuned because I don't think we have heard the last from Christian and we certainly haven't heard the last of the WWE Universe on this situation.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
An NBA Lockout Coming?
Right now we are in the midst of an NFL lockout which doesn't seem to want to get resolved. Now it's drawing even closer to the day when the NBA is going to have a lockout. The current collective bargaining agreement ends in July and just like the NFL they haven't come up with a new one.
The reports coming out are that the players aren't happy. You're making millions of dollars and you're not happy? These athletes are kidding ridiculous and don't realize how good they got it. The average American is struggling and they are complaining about a few million dollars. I think the way sports are ran needs to be restructured.
The average American gets a raise at a normal job based on performance. All athletes should get paid based on performance then whatever they get in endorsement deals they keep. Each year the team should set goals for each player based on their capabilities as in athlete. If you make your goals, you get good money. If you are short on your goals you make less money. If you are over on your goals you make more money.
In my humble opinion players of the NFL, MLB, NHL and NBA should all have to earn the money they make by having performance goals. One of the reasons I love golf, bowling and sports of that nature are because they have to earn the money they make. You never ever see a bowler or golfer who finishes last make a million dollars.
How crappy would it be if there was no NBA or NFL season next year? We all need to start thinking about this stuff and either A. Boycott the games or B. Start writing the teams you support. We as sports fans need to start taking a stand and making our voices heard.
The reports coming out are that the players aren't happy. You're making millions of dollars and you're not happy? These athletes are kidding ridiculous and don't realize how good they got it. The average American is struggling and they are complaining about a few million dollars. I think the way sports are ran needs to be restructured.
The average American gets a raise at a normal job based on performance. All athletes should get paid based on performance then whatever they get in endorsement deals they keep. Each year the team should set goals for each player based on their capabilities as in athlete. If you make your goals, you get good money. If you are short on your goals you make less money. If you are over on your goals you make more money.
In my humble opinion players of the NFL, MLB, NHL and NBA should all have to earn the money they make by having performance goals. One of the reasons I love golf, bowling and sports of that nature are because they have to earn the money they make. You never ever see a bowler or golfer who finishes last make a million dollars.
How crappy would it be if there was no NBA or NFL season next year? We all need to start thinking about this stuff and either A. Boycott the games or B. Start writing the teams you support. We as sports fans need to start taking a stand and making our voices heard.
Monday, May 2, 2011
GSP, Machida Shine at UFC 129
Saturday Night was a stacked card at UFC 129 in Toronto. Even the preliminary fights were great. Here are the results of the card:
Preliminary Card (Spike TV)
-Welterweight bout: Sean Pierson vs. Jake Ellenberger
Ellenberger defeated Pierson by KO (punch) at 2:42 of round 1
-Welterweight bout: Rory MacDonald vs. Nate Diaz
MacDonald defeated Diaz by unanimous decision (30-26, 30-27, 30-26)
Main Card
-Lightweight bout: Mark Bocek vs. Ben Henderson
Henderson defeated Bocek by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
-Light Heavyweight bout: Vladimir Matyushenko vs. Jason Brilz
Matyushenko defeated Brilz by KO (punches) at 0:20 of round 1.
-Light Heavyweight bout: Randy Couture vs. Lyoto Machida
Machida defeated Couture by KO (flying front kick) at 1:05 of round 2.
-Featherweight Championship bout: José Aldo (c) vs. Mark Hominick
Aldo defeated Hominick by unanimous decision (48-45, 48-46, 49-46) to retain the UFC Featherweight Championship.
-Welterweight Championship bout: Georges St-Pierre (c) vs. Jake Shields
St-Pierre defeated Shields by unanimous decision (50-45, 48-47, 48-47) to retain the UFC Welterweight Championship
I really enjoyed the Aldo-Hominick fight because it was the best fight I've seen a long time. The GSP fight went as I thought it would. GSP would outlast Jake Shields for five rounds giving Shields his first lost in 6 years. And finally Lyoto Machida has ended the legendary career of Randy Couture. Couture had a great career but now gets to enjoy the fruits of his labor. UFC 129 was awesome and I really hope UFC keeps bringing the fans stacked cards.
Preliminary Card (Spike TV)
-Welterweight bout: Sean Pierson vs. Jake Ellenberger
Ellenberger defeated Pierson by KO (punch) at 2:42 of round 1
-Welterweight bout: Rory MacDonald vs. Nate Diaz
MacDonald defeated Diaz by unanimous decision (30-26, 30-27, 30-26)
Main Card
-Lightweight bout: Mark Bocek vs. Ben Henderson
Henderson defeated Bocek by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
-Light Heavyweight bout: Vladimir Matyushenko vs. Jason Brilz
Matyushenko defeated Brilz by KO (punches) at 0:20 of round 1.
-Light Heavyweight bout: Randy Couture vs. Lyoto Machida
Machida defeated Couture by KO (flying front kick) at 1:05 of round 2.
-Featherweight Championship bout: José Aldo (c) vs. Mark Hominick
Aldo defeated Hominick by unanimous decision (48-45, 48-46, 49-46) to retain the UFC Featherweight Championship.
-Welterweight Championship bout: Georges St-Pierre (c) vs. Jake Shields
St-Pierre defeated Shields by unanimous decision (50-45, 48-47, 48-47) to retain the UFC Welterweight Championship
I really enjoyed the Aldo-Hominick fight because it was the best fight I've seen a long time. The GSP fight went as I thought it would. GSP would outlast Jake Shields for five rounds giving Shields his first lost in 6 years. And finally Lyoto Machida has ended the legendary career of Randy Couture. Couture had a great career but now gets to enjoy the fruits of his labor. UFC 129 was awesome and I really hope UFC keeps bringing the fans stacked cards.
Sports World Reacts to Osama Bin Laden's Death
Last night around 11pm President Barack Obama announced that United States special op's team had found and killed worldwide known terrorist Osama Bin Laden. A lot of people celebrated at Ground Zero, and the White House. The sports world reacted in such a way that was totally awesome. Here are some videos to show the example that I am talking about.
It's fitting that WWE announced it because After 9/11 WWE was the first organization to hold any kind of sporting or entertainment event after the attacks of that day. All I am going to say is God Bless America, and God Bless the men and women who serve our country!
It's fitting that WWE announced it because After 9/11 WWE was the first organization to hold any kind of sporting or entertainment event after the attacks of that day. All I am going to say is God Bless America, and God Bless the men and women who serve our country!
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