Jags show interest in Culpepper

Well apparently the Jaguars are interesting to Daunte Culpepper, according to a report by ESPN.

Both quarterbacks on the Jags roster admitted that management has talked to them and Culpepper in on their radar.

It remains to be seen if the Jags will give up a draft pick for Culpepper, given he could force the Dolphins hand and be released to become a free agent.

Jacksonville already has Leftwich and Gerrard as QB's on their depth chart but both have been inconsistent.

Green in, Culpepper Out!

Wow, my apologies for not writing as often as usual. Work has just been incredibly busy so I only get the time to write 4-5 times a week (which is about half my usual). Still, Ill do my very best to give you an entertaining read every time out :)

As we all know by now, Trent Green is now a Miami Dolphin, and Culpepper is on his way out. There is no way Cameron is going to keep his 5.5 million dollar salary with Green and Beck on the roster. Not to mention Lemon who has shown signs of improvement. Nope, one way or another, Culpepper is not going to take another snap in a Miami uniform again.

So this has obviously sparked some debate.... give Culpepper a chance, let them fight it out they say. Honestly, I don`t really understand why! Culpepper has been injured for 2 years and although I figure personally he IS healed, I do not think he fits Cameron`s offense. Culpepper needs to air it out, like the days with the Vikings, so places like St. Louis, and Jacksonville makes a lot of sense. Green knows Cameron and his offense very well as it is, and getting him now means he won`t be late learning the new system with his teammates.

I also hear arguments about how Trent is always injured but in fact last year was the first time he was injured for a good number of years. He has always been healthy and on the field. Plus, a concussion isn`t something that puts you on the shelf for the long haul and the fact that it was the first game of the season, no wonder he struggled when he came back.

Nope, I really have a feeling that Miami will surprise some people this year. With a smart, healthy Trent Green throwing the ball (the same former pro-bowler who threw for 4000 yards 3 years in a row). Beck is waiting in the wings and will be the future star once Green is done, likely at the end of this season unless Miami is really struggling. September can`t come fast enough!

Until next time,

Senators are on the Ropes

The Anaheim Ducks are one win away from Lord Stanley. The Senators are one loss away to be still considered Hockey's "can't win in the playoffs" team.

The Senators had promise this year... they looked unbeatable after breezing to the finals. The Ducks proved why the West looks better this year and after another stellar game they only need to win once in the final 3 games to bring it all home.

What does this mean for our Ottawa team? Not good things Im afraid. Ottawa has been notorious for their choking ability in the playoffs. With plenty of first round exits for this young Senators team, this year was the surprise year they went very deep into the playoffs. This was their year!

Well Ottawa, lucky for you, there still is time. It isn't unheard of for a team to come back 3 games to 1 and win a series. As unlikely as it is, and the way the Ducks are playing you would think it's out of reach... still, you have to realize Ottawa will be digging DEEP, playing for their hockey lives to try to make this a series.

My personal prediction, Ottawa gives it all in game 5 and takes one on the road, only to loose game 6 in heartbreaking fashion. It is such a shame that 3 Canadian hockey teams (Calgary, Edmonton, and Ottawa) have been in the finals the past 3 NHL seasons and yet neither of them can pull it off. I always thought the third time's a charm and this was Ottawa's year.... maybe they will prove everyone wrong right now and pull it off. Looking forward to the next game!

Until next time,

Lind goes from Goat to Hero in Jays Win

Adam Lind went from the village Idiot to Toronto`s Hero in the span of one single inning today. After taking an early jump on Vernon Well`s Sac fly that scored Clayton, Lind took off from second before the ball was caught and was doubled off on second base to end the inning. The Jays had the bases loaded with only 1 out and only scored a single run.

The next inning Lind got his chance to strike back. After the first two Jays were set down in order the hitting started. 3 straight hits, the bases are juiced (still with 2 outs) and Adam Lind comes up to bat. After a superb at-bat, Lind did something that made every Jay fan watching forget all about the mishap. Lind smacks a pitch straight away center into the gap, clearing the bases and giving the Jays a 4-3 lead.

This was all the Blue Jays needed with their bullpen being incredible. Marcum left early with what appeared to be back strain, and Lyle Overbay got hit on the hand and had to leave the game. So although it wasn`t all great news, the was still some cheer for the Jays. The first is Lind`s sign of greatness as he matures into a fantastic hitter and the second is the Jays taking 3 out of 4 from a very good White Sox team and battling through, still coming out with a hard earned win.

Maybe the Jays` fortunes will turn. They have more injuries than most teams but the young kids are really starting to step up. Even if the injury bug bites them this year, there`s no reason to think they aren`t moving in the right direction. Let`s make a year out of it guys!

Until next time

Kobe Wants out of LA

According to ESPN, Kobe Bryant wants out of Los Angeles and so far we don't know how serious his threats are.

Kobe is very upset with management, thinking that they aren't doing enough to win NOW. A lot of people think he's selfish but really, I think the man just wants to win. Yes he makes like a gazillion dollars but he is arguably the best player in the NBA and the Lakers would be bottom feeders without Kobe.

The biggest question is, who would take him? Kobe has a very high priced salary, and not a lot of teams can a) Afford him with their cap space b) have the resources to get him or c) even want him at all. The price for someone of Kobe's caliber is exceptionally high, a lot of teams simply won't part with their young stars for a guy like Kobe no matter how good he is.

So where could he end up? I think the best chance would be a place like Chicago or perhaps Boston... both has enough to pull the trigger if need be.

Still, when the dust settles I think Kobe will end up staying... still, we know how more often than not when a player isn't happy he usually gets his wish. Lets see if Kobe gets his.

Until next time

A-Rod is a JOKE!!!

WOW! I don't even know what to say about this man. What a JOKE he is.

For those of you who didn't see the Blue Jays game, there was an easy pop-up that was easily caught by Howie Clark. There was 2 outs in the inning. As A-Rod was running by the shortstop he screamed something (most likely "CALL") and Clark backed off at the last second thinking McDonald was making the play. The ball drops right in front of Clark, everyone is safe, the run scores and the inning continues. This isn't Clark's fault because the shortstop always has priority in cases like this. So he simply thought Johnny Mac was calling him off.

The Jays bench almost erupted. Gibbons was out trying to convince the umpire, A-Rod had this dirty smirk on his face I'd love to smack off and everyone is just steaming. The Fans boo and the chants begin "A-Rod Sucks, A-Rod Sucks". Yes Toronto, A-Rod does suck. No matter if you love or hate the Jays, or any team for that matter, this is just poor, poor sportsmanship.

So I will say this again. A-Rod is a joke! He is the biggest, sorry excuse for a player I've ever seen. The Jays were only down by 1 run, A-Rod got scared that they may blow a short lead and the yankees blew it open in the 9th because he can't keep his big fat trap shut. This coming only one day after the New York Post reported A-Rod was seen in Toronto with some random blonde who was definitely NOT his wife. Way to go winner... so much talent and such a waste of space. I can guarantee you, the New York Post will be relentless tomorrow on this. Watch for it, I am caling it now!

Until next time,
One sincerely pissed Blue Jay Fan

Ducks Draw First Blood

The Senators may have been up 2-1 at the end of the 2nd and they looked like they were in control, but at the end of the day none of that mattered.

Anaheim scored early in the 3rd and then scored the game winner with about 3 minutes to go in the game, and even held off a 6 on 4 to preserve the win.

If this game was any indication on the series, we are really in for a treat. These teams played great hockey. Gigere and Emery were both excellent, Emery was even dazzling. Both definitely deserved to win but as we know this ain't how the sport works.

I am very excited to see the final 6 games (ya I think 7 is pretty reasonable) of this series... let's see if Canada can break the curse!

Until next time,

Rex Hadnot Moved to Right Guard

According to the Sun-Sentinel, Center Rex Hadnot is moving to Right Guard to join the group of left tackle Vernon Carey, left guard Chris Liwienski, right tackle L.J. Shelton and either Johnathan Ingram or rookie Samson Satele at center. Most likely, I would bet anything that Satele will beat Ingram out.

They drafted Satele in the 2nd round, and if you use a pick that high on a lineman you want him to be starting right away. Plus he's mean and he has attitude. Cameron also said, "Rex Hadnot can be as good a guard as I've been around, and that's a big plus for us," Cameron said. "If that light comes on there, look out, because we'll have us a heck of a player at right guard."

This is great news indeed. Cameron, who saw the brilliants of San Diego's offensive line and drafted key players such as McNeil, knows what it takes to be a good guard. Not to mention Hudson Hawk is the best there is, was and ever will be!!! =D

Point is, these guys know what they are doing. And having Rex at Guard (where he played for 3 years in college) and Satale at center they should really be able to open up some holes for Brown and Booker.

Now with Ginn taking returns, and Beck waiting in the wings, things are really looking up for the Miami Dolphins.

Until next time,

So it Will Be the Ducks And the Senators! Bring on Lord Stanley

So there we have it! After the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Detroit Red Wings today, there was only two remaining. The Ducks dance with the Senators with Anaheim having home ice advantage.

This should be a great series. I FULLY admit I didn't think Ottawa had it in them. I really didn't.... I thought they would have been gone ages ago and they just keep proving everyone wrong and this indeed could be this year.

Fortune hasn't been good to Canada in the Stanley Cup finals. The last two finals had Calgary and Edmonton which both lost in their game 7's respectively. They say the third time is a charm and perhaps Ottawa is going to break that. The big difference is Edmonton and Calgary play in the Western Conference and Ottawa in the East. The East has been winning their fair share of cups in recent years, so it would be very fitting to see the Senators bring it home!

I am a huge Leaf's fan and I've never cheered for Ottawa or Montreal EVER in my life but at the same time I'd love to see Lord Stanley back where she belongs. So count me on the bandwagon. Make fun! Tease! Tell me Im stupid for jumping ship and bashing the Senators! It is all well deserved... Still, what can you do, I am Canadian more than anything at heart!

Bring it home Senators... bring it home!

Ducks Edge Wings in OT, Go Up 3-2 in Series

The Anaheim Ducks are now one game away to face the Ottawa Senators for the Stanley Cup! The Ducks battled back against the Red Wings, down 1-0 for 59 full minutes. Detroit simply couldn't get the job done.

The Ducks scored with under a minute and Selanne scored the OT winner on a dead giveaway by Detroit Defenseman Andreas Lilja. Lilja snapped his stick completely in two after Selanne scored, which I am sure resembled the frustration the Red Wings shared.

Detroit dominated this game, outshooting the Ducks 34-18. Gigere was his brilliant self, and Anaheim seems destined to go all the way. Detroit really has dominated the past 3 games, but not much to show for it. Now they have to head back to California to play the Ducks at home.

Statistically speaking, when a series is tied 2-2, the winner of game 5 goes on to win the series 80% of the time.

I think a Ducks/Senators matchup for the finals would be a great one! Neither team has ever won a cup, so this would be pretty fitting. I personally cannot wait to see how this turns out.

Until next time,