The 10-man rotation, starring how the Thunder reloaded for the present and future A look around the league and the Web that covers it. It's also important to note that the rotation order and starting nods aren't always listed in order of importance. That's for you, dear reader, to figure out. C: NBA.com and CBSSports.com. David Aldridge and Ken Berger go inside the Oklahoma City Thunder's … [Read more...]
Don’t call him B.J. anymore: Melvin Upton Jr. explains name change
Don't call him B.J. anymore: Melvin Upton Jr. explains name change When word trickled out Sunday that B.J. Upton had decided to play this season as Melvin Upton Jr., his birth name, the obvious assumption was an attempt at reinvention. Upton has struggled mightily the past two seasons since signing a five-year, $72.25 million contract with the Atlanta Braves. He hit .208 last season and … [Read more...]
A-Rod reports early to spring training and puts on a show
A-Rod reports early to spring training and puts on a show The circus came to town early. Alex Rodriguez walked into New York Yankees spring camp Monday, somewhat announced, decked out in University of Miami gear, turning baseball writers into would-be paparazzi with their "Look! A-Rod-is-here pictures." Rodriguez did what a guy who hasn't played professional baseball in a year should have … [Read more...]
The Specialists: James Johnson’s Ju-Ju
The Specialists: James Johnson's Ju-Ju Monday, February 23, 2015 James Johnson's NBA journey certainly wouldn't be a story for everyone to tell. It's almost impossible to imagine most individuals finding success if forced to travel down Johnson's path, but to his credit, he has found himself once again in his second go-around with the Toronto Raptors, and this time he's making sure he doesn't … [Read more...]
Yankees wouldn’t pay top dollar for Yoan Moncada and fans aren’t happy
Yankees wouldn't pay top dollar for Yoan Moncada and fans aren't happy Make no mistake, there was an abundance of risk in signing Yoan Moncada, the 19-year-old Cuban phenom who reportedly agreed Monday to the join the Boston Red Sox. He's not major-league ready, he comes with a huge tax bill and, like any 19-year-old prospect, there's no guarantee he'll turn into a star. Still, when you're … [Read more...]
Reports: Kevin Garnett wants to flush your phone, and buy your NBA team
Reports: Kevin Garnett wants to flush your phone, and buy your NBA team Despite the team’s lack of on-court success, the Minnesota Timberwolves have enjoyed some significant highlights this season. Rookie Zach LaVine won the Slam Dunk Contest, Andrew Wiggins figures to be the runaway Rookie of the Year winner, and Shabazz Muhammad enjoyed a terrific turnaround campaign after a disappointing … [Read more...]
Phil Jackson tweets that Knicks’ loss to Cavs gave ‘basketball gods […] heartburn’
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Phil Jackson tweets that Knicks' loss to Cavs gave 'basketball gods [...] heartburn' The Cleveland Cavaliers destroyed the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, leaping out to a 19-point lead that ballooned to 30 early in the fourth quarter before settling, thanks to decorum and bench-emptying, at 101-83. This was to be expected. The Knicks entered Sunday having lost six … [Read more...]
Strike Zone: 2015 Breakdowns: Second Base
Strike Zone: 2015 Breakdowns: Second Base Monday, February 23, 2015 I find myself quite a bit closer to the consensus at second base this year than I am at any other position. For starters, I agree that there is a big three; right now, we have Robinson Cano going 15th, Jose Altuve 17th and Anthony Rendon 20th in Yahoo leagues. The difference is that I have them flipped, placing Rendon 10th, … [Read more...]
Red Sox land Cuban INF Moncada for $31.5M
Red Sox land Cuban INF Moncada for $31.5M Cuban prospect Yoan Moncada has agreed to a deal with the Red Sox, according to CBSSports.com Baseball Insider. Moncada will receive a $31.5 million signing bonus, which means the Red Sox will have to pay a 100 percent tax for exceeding their internationl bonus pool money and their cost will be $63 million to sign the Cuban infielder. The 19-year-old … [Read more...]
Report: Red Sox land Cuban prospect Moncada
Report: Red Sox land Cuban prospect Moncada Dodgers sign pitcher Dustin McGowan to one-year contractby Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com (9:55 am ET) The Dodgers announced Monday they signed pitcher Dustin McGowan to a one-year contract. McGowan has primarily worked in relief the last two seasons for the Blue Jays after injuries derailed his career as a starter. Since the start of the 2013 … [Read more...]