Month: January 2010 (Page 5 of 65)

      Saints’ injury report lengthy

      January 29, 2010 /

      After going through their first real practice on Thursday in preparation for the Colts and Super Bowl XLIV, they released a pretty lengthy injury report with several key names on it.

      Starters Jeremy Shockey (knee), Darren Sharper (knee), Jonathan Vilma (knee) and Will Smith (groin) were all on Thursday’s injury report, as well as cornerbacks Randall Gay and Malcolm Jenkins, running back Lynell Hamilton, kick returner Courtney Roby and offensive lineman Zach Streif.

      Head coach Sean Payton indicated that Shockey received good news from his visit with the acclaimed Dr. James Andrews earlier this week and that there hasn’t been a setback with the tight end’s knee. Shockey said on Thursday that he’s prepared to play with pain and that he’ll do everything he can, “even if that requires hurting myself.”

      The injuries to Sharper, Vilma, Smith and the rest of the Saints appear to be minor and as of right now, there is no threat to them missing the Super Bowl. At least, Payton and the rest of New Orleans better hope so.


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      Bengals’ Rey Maualuga arrested for DUI

      January 29, 2010 /

      Bengals linebacker Rey Maualuga was arrested early Friday morning in Northern Kentucky for DUI and careless driving, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

      Here are the details of the arrest:

      He was booked in shortly after 3 a.m. after Covington police pulled him over.

      Maualuga was arrested at 1:45 a.m. after officers responded to 634 Scott Street for a report of a traffic accident, according to Covington Assistant Police Chief Spike Jones.

      Police determined that Maualuga was the driver of a 2003 Pontiac Sunfire with Ohio plates that struck two vehicles and a parking meter, Jones said. Two female passengers who were with Maualuga were released without being charged.

      Man, the Bengals know how to pick them don’t they? The team did a great job last offseason by avoiding off field incidents like this and they wound up making the playoffs. But the regular season isn’t even a month old yet and a Bengal has already been arrested this year. Not good.


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      Giambi and Colorado reach deal

      January 29, 2010 /

      Jason Giambi and the Rockies have agreed to a one-year contract worth $1.75 million. The 39-year-old slugger will be used as a pinch hitter and occasional first baseman.

      From FOXSports.com:

      He hit .292 with two homers and 11 RBIs in 19 games for the Rockies last September, when he had two game-winning hits and helped Colorado win the NL wild card.

      He was a huge hit in the clubhouse, mentoring young players and veterans.

      General manager Dan O’Dowd said he gained a fuller appreciation for Giambi’s clubhouse contributions during meetings with his staff, manager Jim Tracy and his coaches last week.

      “It became very clear to me how much of an integral part he was in leadership and accountability and the standards of what we’re trying to become here,” O’Dowd said. “I think that was probably first and foremost in the decision to bring him back.

      “And then, two, we think he can be a very, very productive player in the role that he will be used in, which is to complement Todd and to get a lot of big hits for us when called upon to do that,” O’Dowd said. “And then with interleague play, we’re adding a legitimate bat into the middle of our lineup.”

      After a dismal return to Oakland, Giambi performed well with his new team in Colorado. He can be a clutch pinch hitter, though I don’t think he should play first base too often, as much as Todd Helton welcomes the possibility. Considering the Rockies are supposedly toying with the idea trying Brad Hawpe out at first base, they are certainly handling Helton’s breakdown.

      Nevertheless, Giambi’s experience is an invaluable asset at the very least.


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      Tony Parker suffers ankle sprain

      January 28, 2010 /

      The Spurs will be without Tony Parker the next few games as he deals with a left ankle sprain.

      From ESPN.com:

      The Spurs said Thursday that the swelling in Parker’s ankle was minimal after being carried off the court Wednesday night in a win over Atlanta. No structural damage was found.

      Parker won’t play Friday against Memphis and will also likely sit Sunday’s game against Denver. No timetable for his return has been set.

      Parker has been troubled by the same foot all season. He missed four games earlier because of another ankle sprain and has been bothered by plantar fascitis.

      The Spurs need Parker back at full strength quickly. Parker truly is one of the best point guards in the Western Conference and the Spurs are going to struggle without him running the offense.


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      NFL orders shops to stop selling ‘Who Dat’ memorabilia

      January 28, 2010 /

      The NFL’s mission to rule the world and govern those in it progressed further this week, when the league ordered shops to stop selling ‘Who Dat’ Saints gear and memorabilia.

      From WWLTV.com:

      As the Saints’ appearance in their first Super Bowl gets closer, the marketplace is being flooded with Saints merchandise and memorabilia as businesses are looking to cash in on the euphoria, but the NFL is cracking down on the use of their trademarks, including the iconic phrase “Who Dat.”

      “They’re telling me not to print anymore shirts and to get rid of the inventory that I have because it says the words ‘Who dat’ and it has a gold fleur de lis on the shirt,” she said.

      According to NFL spokesman Dan Masonson, “Any unauthorized use of the Saints colors and other [marks] designed to create the illusion of an affiliation with the Saints is equally a violation of the Saints trademark rights because it allows a third party to ‘free ride’ by profiting from confusion of the team’s fans, who want to show support for the Saints.”

      What a load of crap. I realize that the NFL has a federal trademark on the Saints’ fleur de lis logo, but these people are trying to make a profit off the logo – they’re trying to make a profit off the phrase and unite Saints fans for the Super Bowl. Unless I’m missing something, the NFL doesn’t own the phrase ‘Who Dat,’ just the Saints logo that is being incorporated on the memorabilia.

      Either way, this is just another attempt by the NFL to police its trademarks and I find this particular instance to be crossing the line. Let the small New Orleans shops sell their gear; after all, it’s not like the economy could use a boost or anything.


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