Hottest Sports Stories for Tuesday, Nov. 15
Jerry Sandusky managed to creep us all out, the NBA is but a mythical place that used to exist and Aaron Rodgers is pretty good at this football stuff.
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In this edition:
TIGERS ACE JUSTIN VERLANDER WINS A SHINY TROPHY
When Justin Verlander was announced as the 2011 American League Cy Young award, I won't lie, I yawned. Not because he isn't good at what he does, but because he is so good at it that no one else had a chance.
Question on Everybody's Mind: Will Verlander's momentum lead to an MVP award?
Our Take: Sorry, Tigers fans, it's not going to happen. Not because pitchers can't win or something stupid like that. There are just better choices than him. Toronto's Jose Bautista should win, but the imbeciles that think a player can't win for a team that doesn't go to the playoffs will prevent him from winning.
Hype Meter: 5 out of 5 Tony The Tiger "GRRRRRRRRREATS!!!"
Following Monday's warm-up act with the Rookie of the Year awards, we are finally into the meat of the MLB awards season. There is usually some controversy that arises from the voting, though that was definitely not the case with Verlander.
Deeper Dive
Verlander Wins Cy Young Unanimously (BBWAA Official Website)
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JERRY SANDUSKY TALKS, CHILLS RUN DOWN AMERICA'S SPINE
Stop me if you've heard this one. Jerry Sandusky is interviewed via phone by Bob Costas and eerie creepy feelings ensue.
Question on Everybody's Mind: Did Sandusky do more harm than good?
Our Take: Um, duh. The only way this would have been worse is if Sandusky admitted to showering with boys. Oh. Well, I guess as long as he didn't fumble over the question of whether he was sexually attracted to boys. Oh.
Hype Meter: 5 out of 5 I Will Never Sleep Agains
For days we have had a face of alleged evil. Now we have a creepy voice of alleged evil. The only thing that is really frustrating is that we need to continue using alleged when, come on, we know how ridiculous the word has become in this story.
Deeper Dive:
Jerry Sandusky Denies Multiple Allegations (New York Times)
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NBA SEASON ABOUT TO DIE HARD
The players have decided that no season is worth accepting the trash David Stern slid across the table for them to consider. That feeling you have that things are about to go from bad to worse is exactly what Hans Gruber was feeling.
Question on Everybody's Mind: Is there any hope...any?
Our Take: No. If there is, it is smaller than JJ Barea's sneakers, and I can't see it. The players believe they can affect the owners and the owners have an inflated sense of self worth. This is going to end worse than things ended for ol' Hans.
Hype Meter: 5 out of 5 Yippee Ki-Yays
Things are about to get really messy. The players now make this a legal fight and the owners will immediately fire back with a legal answer of their own. David Stern will then cancel more games or the season altogether, all the while saying I told you so. You may want to be absent for this.
Deeper Dive:
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AARON RODGERS FLEXES AND A BUNCH OF VIKINGS FALL OVER THEMSELVES
Here is a boring story we are forced to cover weekly. Aaron Rodgers was a mad man, again. He delivered a perfect performance, again. And he got the Packers a win, again. This is the most exciting boring story ever.
Question on Everybody's Mind: How good are things in Green Bay?
Our Take: It is an amazing time for Packers fans right now. They are sneezing confetti and farting bubbles that smell like cotton candy right now. Essentially, this is how the Packers are feeling right now. If the Tanners came on stage at halftime next Sunday with the Beach Boys I wouldn't be the least bit surprised.
Hype Meter: 3 out of 5 Barbara Anns
Rodgers is sheer perfection right now, and that is not what people want to talk about. Trust me, we will all find a way to talk about that guy on the Broncos this week over Rodgers. Much like the Full House clip which wasn't the best rendition of Barbara Ann in a '90s sitcom, he will be overlooked
Deeper Dive:
Packers Trounce Vikings on Monday Night Football (Green Bay Press-Gazette)
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THE ROCK GETS RAW
The man that featured in The Tooth Fairy is coming back to the WWE on one magical night in Sunday's Survivor Series. It seems he just couldn't wait to talk loudly into a microphone.
Question on Everybody's Mind: Will The Rock come back for good?
Our Take: Nice try, but no. The man has movies pending well into 2013. What I will say is that this little maneuver has sparked even the most wayward fans of plunking down money on Survivor Series. The last time I enjoyed a pro wrestling match it was with this guy, and I am now loving the wrestling once again.
Hype Meter: 2 out of 5 Can You SMELLS
Watching RAW on Monday, even I had to chuckle and admit that this was just great entertainment. Hell, I hope The Rock stays. Will I really feel bad about not getting to see Fast and the Furious 7?
Deeper Dive:
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DAILY FUN WITH MOVING PICTURES
Because pictures are for dial-up.
MANNY PACQUIAO PUNCHED INTO THINKING HE CAN SING
This is not an acid flashback. Manny Pacquiao is indeed singing La Bamba in the key of passion.
Deeper Dive: Watch Pac-Man Sing After Beating Marquez (B/R)
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SOCCER PLAYER SCORES THEN FAILS
If there were an opposite to the Lambeau leap, this would be it.
Deeper Dive: Watch Stud's Epic Leaping Fail After Goal (B/R)
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DOORS COVER READING RAINBOW
So, I am late to the party. Who cares? This is still the genius clip of the week.
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BITS OF TID
Little nuggets of goodness with chewy center.
CHARLIE STRONG HAS BEEF WITH CALL OF DUTY
Louisville lost to Pittsburgh and Charlie Strong blamed the loss on his players distraction with Call of Duty. My question: Do they not have COD in Pittsburgh?
Have We Learned Nothing Tweet Award:
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NYJER MORGAN'S ALTER EGO IS A FAN OF WEREWOLVES
Milwaukee Brewers centerfielder Nyjer Morgan is known for his speed on the diamond. His alter ego, Tony Plush, is now known for being a big fan of "Twilight."
And The Award For Strangest Tweet From A Mediocre Centerfielder Goes To...
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SO, THAT'S WHY
Western Kentucky wasn't able to defend LSU on Saturday. It may be because the defensive coordinator, Lance Guidry, was arrested for DWI early Saturday morning. Way to go coach.
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Until tomorrow, try the Old '96er.
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