Here are my Picks for the Mid West Bracket.
Sunday, March 14, 2010
My Cats win SEC
My cats have won the SEC Title....... Let the Madness begin REFUSE TO LOSE....
They will go after another Title, just like my Penguins did last year and my Yankees. Something My Niners know about. Every Year the Cats have won the Final Four the Yankees have won the World Series. Number 28 is almost here!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Random Thoughts on Yanks and Sports
Random Thoughts
By Frank Solares
Yankees Thoughts
1. A-Rod has nothing to worry about that said I hope he told the truth. He is running out of supporters and don’t get me wrong last years postseason was key to his success. At 200 million dollars and 6 years left the Yankees need him happy. In 3 years he will be the face of the organization, especially when Jete retires and he becomes the darling of the town. I am one of those hard core A-rod apologists but after a while we can not keep waiting for the shoe to drop.
2. Cash and every Yankee Fan in the Universe agree that the development of the pitching staff is of the most importance. That said you cant tell me that having Ace, or Mitre be the number 5 and have Joba in the 7th, Hughes 8th and Mo in the 9th. One of these guys will be next in line after Mariano retires.
3.Granderson continues to struggle versus left handed pitching. I know that the wind has been crazy at spring training but playing him at center might not be the correct move for him for the future of the ball club.
4. Nick Johnson getting injured will be part of the 2010 norm. I home Miranda makes the team to fortify the DH spot and use him as a backup at first.
5. Yankees need to be careful with Cervelli he is very important for the future. Catchers with concussions do not last and having a young catcher that can call a great game is very important.
On Sports
6. I can’t wait to the NCAA tournament; I might make the trip to Jacksonville to see some hoops. All depends on what side of the bracket my Cats fall under.
7. My final four team at this moment would be UK, CUSE, DUKE, Kansas. They are also my top seeds in the tournament. Everyone is going crazy on Ohio State, please give me a break, who have they played all year?
8. More than one mid major will make the sweet 16.
9. Tiger needs to play the Arnold Palmer invitational then go and win the Masters. He should send Big Ben a candy gram and a stripper. Thanks for getting him of the back page.
10. Speaking of Big Ben, dude you are a Super Bowl winning QB can you settle down please, you need to be a little more classy than that. Something tells me that his money will get him off.. Lets just hope no other women come out.
Lastly Jets stole Cromartie from the Chargers. Can you imagine the secondary the JETS will have next year. Teams better run the ball well.
More later....
By Frank Solares
Yankees Thoughts
1. A-Rod has nothing to worry about that said I hope he told the truth. He is running out of supporters and don’t get me wrong last years postseason was key to his success. At 200 million dollars and 6 years left the Yankees need him happy. In 3 years he will be the face of the organization, especially when Jete retires and he becomes the darling of the town. I am one of those hard core A-rod apologists but after a while we can not keep waiting for the shoe to drop.
2. Cash and every Yankee Fan in the Universe agree that the development of the pitching staff is of the most importance. That said you cant tell me that having Ace, or Mitre be the number 5 and have Joba in the 7th, Hughes 8th and Mo in the 9th. One of these guys will be next in line after Mariano retires.
3.Granderson continues to struggle versus left handed pitching. I know that the wind has been crazy at spring training but playing him at center might not be the correct move for him for the future of the ball club.
4. Nick Johnson getting injured will be part of the 2010 norm. I home Miranda makes the team to fortify the DH spot and use him as a backup at first.
5. Yankees need to be careful with Cervelli he is very important for the future. Catchers with concussions do not last and having a young catcher that can call a great game is very important.
On Sports
6. I can’t wait to the NCAA tournament; I might make the trip to Jacksonville to see some hoops. All depends on what side of the bracket my Cats fall under.
7. My final four team at this moment would be UK, CUSE, DUKE, Kansas. They are also my top seeds in the tournament. Everyone is going crazy on Ohio State, please give me a break, who have they played all year?
8. More than one mid major will make the sweet 16.
9. Tiger needs to play the Arnold Palmer invitational then go and win the Masters. He should send Big Ben a candy gram and a stripper. Thanks for getting him of the back page.
10. Speaking of Big Ben, dude you are a Super Bowl winning QB can you settle down please, you need to be a little more classy than that. Something tells me that his money will get him off.. Lets just hope no other women come out.
Lastly Jets stole Cromartie from the Chargers. Can you imagine the secondary the JETS will have next year. Teams better run the ball well.
More later....
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Arizona D-Backs
By Frank Solares
Some professionals and smart people have indicated that this team will finish 3rd in the western division. I am not a professional and people that know me can tell you that I am pretty dumb.
Well this might top it all and it might even make some people doubt my baseball knowledge.
My friends can tell you that I pick the Dodgers to win the West every year. This year The D-Backs get my pick as the best in the West? Or will they finish 3rd?
The addition of Edwin Jackson will make the difference between 3rd and 1st. The lineup is second only to the Phils, add in power and speed and you have a deadly one through eight.
One through twenty five is not bad as well.
A.J. Hinch Manager
Pitchers
Dan Haren, Ari SP
Brandon Webb, Ari SP
Edwin Jackson, Ari SP
Ian Kennedy, Ari SP
Billy Buckner, Ari SP
Chad Qualls, Closer
Bullpen
Bob Howry, Ari RP
Aaron Heilman, Ari RP
Juan Gutierrez, Ari RP
Esmerling Vasquez, Ari RP
Bryan Augenstein, Ari RP
Rodrigo Lopez, Ari SP
Lineup
Chris Young, Ari OF
Justin Upton, Ari OF
Adam LaRoche, Ari 1B
Mark Reynolds, Ari 3B
Stephen Drew, Ari SS
Miguel Montero, Ari C
Conor Jackson, Ari OF
Kelly Johnson, Ari 2B
Bench
Gerardo Parra, Ari OF
Chris Snyder, Ari C
Ryan Roberts, Ari 2B
Augie Ojeda, Ari 2B,3B, SS
Cole Gillespie, Ari OF
Not a bad squad.
My Pick and humble opinion they Finish 1st.
Some professionals and smart people have indicated that this team will finish 3rd in the western division. I am not a professional and people that know me can tell you that I am pretty dumb.
Well this might top it all and it might even make some people doubt my baseball knowledge.
My friends can tell you that I pick the Dodgers to win the West every year. This year The D-Backs get my pick as the best in the West? Or will they finish 3rd?
The addition of Edwin Jackson will make the difference between 3rd and 1st. The lineup is second only to the Phils, add in power and speed and you have a deadly one through eight.
One through twenty five is not bad as well.
A.J. Hinch Manager
Pitchers
Dan Haren, Ari SP
Brandon Webb, Ari SP
Edwin Jackson, Ari SP
Ian Kennedy, Ari SP
Billy Buckner, Ari SP
Chad Qualls, Closer
Bullpen
Bob Howry, Ari RP
Aaron Heilman, Ari RP
Juan Gutierrez, Ari RP
Esmerling Vasquez, Ari RP
Bryan Augenstein, Ari RP
Rodrigo Lopez, Ari SP
Lineup
Chris Young, Ari OF
Justin Upton, Ari OF
Adam LaRoche, Ari 1B
Mark Reynolds, Ari 3B
Stephen Drew, Ari SS
Miguel Montero, Ari C
Conor Jackson, Ari OF
Kelly Johnson, Ari 2B
Bench
Gerardo Parra, Ari OF
Chris Snyder, Ari C
Ryan Roberts, Ari 2B
Augie Ojeda, Ari 2B,3B, SS
Cole Gillespie, Ari OF
Not a bad squad.
My Pick and humble opinion they Finish 1st.
Sid The KID
At 22 Crosby has won an MVP, a Gold Medal and a Cup. His Career is starting out like number 2 on the Yankees, Captain Derek Jeter.
This cover The cover of the March 8 issue of Sports Illustrated, on newsstands Wednesday.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Sams Army Falls Short As the Kid scores one for home
Sam’s Yankee Ice Army played a great Olympic tournament.
The great American Team attempted to become the third team to win Gold for team USA in Olympic history. Down two goals to none on the shoulders of Ryan Miller they made a valiant comeback, only to be denied.
No Miracle on Ice on this date and despite that no one should be sad with Silver. They are the youngest US team lead by Captain Jamie Lagenbrunner. These Yankees have an opportunity to comeback in 2014 and avenge the defeat at the hands of Team Canada.
It was a great Hockey game one for the Ages, they battled back but it was not to be.
Team Canada lead by Coach Mike Babcock from the Detroit Red Wings won the Gold Medal by beating a good Russian Team and an American Team full of All Stars and NHL players.
But the night belonged to number 87 the son of Cole Harbour Nova Scotia. The Captain of the Penguins proved to the world why he is one of the best players in the World. He reminds me of the Yankee Short Stop who always hits in the clutch. This 22 year old won the game in overtime his Goal gave Team Canada the Gold. Sid THE Kid had 4 goals in the Olympics tonight was his night and at 22 it will not be his last Olympics or his last Gold Medal.
The great American Team attempted to become the third team to win Gold for team USA in Olympic history. Down two goals to none on the shoulders of Ryan Miller they made a valiant comeback, only to be denied.
No Miracle on Ice on this date and despite that no one should be sad with Silver. They are the youngest US team lead by Captain Jamie Lagenbrunner. These Yankees have an opportunity to comeback in 2014 and avenge the defeat at the hands of Team Canada.
It was a great Hockey game one for the Ages, they battled back but it was not to be.
Team Canada lead by Coach Mike Babcock from the Detroit Red Wings won the Gold Medal by beating a good Russian Team and an American Team full of All Stars and NHL players.
But the night belonged to number 87 the son of Cole Harbour Nova Scotia. The Captain of the Penguins proved to the world why he is one of the best players in the World. He reminds me of the Yankee Short Stop who always hits in the clutch. This 22 year old won the game in overtime his Goal gave Team Canada the Gold. Sid THE Kid had 4 goals in the Olympics tonight was his night and at 22 it will not be his last Olympics or his last Gold Medal.
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Sports History, a view at Black History in Baseball and the First black ball player
By Frank Solares
February is known as Black History month and we all respect the hard work that Americans of any Color and Ethnic background have given us throughout the years.
I am of the opinion that Black History should not be taught one month a year. It is after all American History regardless of skin color. So each month we will cover a different aspect of black history in baseball.
Baseball has a rich tradition and the history behind this great game is unparallel. Since this is black history we will concentrate on the myth that Jackie Robinson was the first man to integrate a baseball team.
Jackie Robinson was the first to integrate MLB when he joined the Dodgers who had all white baseball players. All this is true and in fact this lead to other men joining MLB there after.
According to the book written by Christian, Ralph J. (2006) "Bud Fowler: The First African American Professional. And Wikipedia.
The first black professional baseball player Was John Walker Jackson who later changed his name to John Fowler, he was known as Bud Fowler. Legend has it was due to the fact that he called everyone Bud. According to Wikipedia Bud was born March 16 1858.
Records kept by Iowa Heritage Illustrated, 87(1): 28-32 Fowler played for a team in Niles Ohio in 1883 and in Stillwater Minnesota in 1884.
There is an image of a black man playing baseball on an all white team. According to Biographer L Robert Davis “Fowler is first mentioned as a player in April 1878 when he pitched for a team in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Later that month, he pitched a game for the Lynn Live Oaks against the Boston Nationals. He finished that season with Worcester. Largely supporting himself as a barber, he continued to play for teams in New England and Canada for the next four years.”
I am not smart enough to know if he was in fact the first black man to play organized baseball other than the Negro League but I surely know that it was not Jackie Robinson based on the accounts I have read.
We might never know who was the first but we must respect the fact that this man existed and he was not white.
February is known as Black History month and we all respect the hard work that Americans of any Color and Ethnic background have given us throughout the years.
I am of the opinion that Black History should not be taught one month a year. It is after all American History regardless of skin color. So each month we will cover a different aspect of black history in baseball.
Baseball has a rich tradition and the history behind this great game is unparallel. Since this is black history we will concentrate on the myth that Jackie Robinson was the first man to integrate a baseball team.
Jackie Robinson was the first to integrate MLB when he joined the Dodgers who had all white baseball players. All this is true and in fact this lead to other men joining MLB there after.
According to the book written by Christian, Ralph J. (2006) "Bud Fowler: The First African American Professional. And Wikipedia.
The first black professional baseball player Was John Walker Jackson who later changed his name to John Fowler, he was known as Bud Fowler. Legend has it was due to the fact that he called everyone Bud. According to Wikipedia Bud was born March 16 1858.
Records kept by Iowa Heritage Illustrated, 87(1): 28-32 Fowler played for a team in Niles Ohio in 1883 and in Stillwater Minnesota in 1884.
There is an image of a black man playing baseball on an all white team. According to Biographer L Robert Davis “Fowler is first mentioned as a player in April 1878 when he pitched for a team in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Later that month, he pitched a game for the Lynn Live Oaks against the Boston Nationals. He finished that season with Worcester. Largely supporting himself as a barber, he continued to play for teams in New England and Canada for the next four years.”
I am not smart enough to know if he was in fact the first black man to play organized baseball other than the Negro League but I surely know that it was not Jackie Robinson based on the accounts I have read.
We might never know who was the first but we must respect the fact that this man existed and he was not white.
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