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      Rockies take NLCS opener

      October 12, 2007 /

      Rockies 5, Diamondbacks 1
      The Colorado Rockies may be new to the postseason scene, but they’re certainly not showing it. In Game 1 of the NLCS, Colorado topped Arizona 5-1 thanks in large part to the pitching performance from starter Jeff Francis. In 6.2 innings of work, Francis allowed seven hits, but only one run and struck out four. Offensively, the Rockies got a huge contribution from outfielder Brad Hawpe, who hit a two-RBI single in a three run third inning. The Denver Post marvels at Hawpe’s continued mastery of D’Backs ace Brandon Webb.

      In Arizona, the talk was about Justin Upton’s take down of Kaz Matsui during a double-play breakup at second base. Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki didn’t appreciate Upton’s slide and had words for the young outfielder, although Doug Haller of The Arizona Republic notes that Upton was just doing what he was taught.

      MLB

      Winslow vs. Porter II

      October 11, 2007 /

      Tight end Kellen Winslow and linebacker Joey Porter have kick-started the smack talk again in preparation for Sunday’s Browns-Dolphins game. In two meetings last year, the two players jawed at each other before, during and after games, as well as took physical shots at one another. Porter, who was playing for the Steelers at the time, ended up calling Winslow an ethnic slur and was fined $10,000 by the NFL.

      Well, they’re at it again:

      “He’s a receiver, really,” Porter said. “He’s not a tight end, because he’s not going to block anybody. If you ask me who’s going to win the Joey Porter-Kellen Winslow battle: Me.”

      “I think Joey Porter needs a hug,” Winslow said, smiling. “He’s so angry, man.”

      “It really hasn’t been a war,” Porter said Wednesday. “It’s been one-sided. I’ve never lost to him. It’s like me picking on my little brother.”

      “I’m not into the individual-battle thing,” (Winslow) said. “It’s a team thing. We’re 2-3 and they’re 0-5 and we’re looking for a win. He doesn’t have to worry about me. He should be worried about the team concept. They’re 0-5 right now.”

      “I’m sure he will,” (Winslow) said. “The only reason I did that [offer the handshake] last year was to give our team some confidence and get them going a little bit. But again, I’m not worried about Joey.

      “He’s not even their best player.”

      Up until his, “He’s not even their best player” comment, I think Winslow showed some maturity. Personally, I think Porter should just shut his mouth and play. He’s not in Pittsburgh anymore and maybe instead of jawing with opponents or guarantying wins, he should worry about why Miami has the NFL’s second worst run defense.

      NFL

      There’s always room for V. Testaverde

      October 11, 2007 /

      Oh, it’s bad in Carolina. On Wednesday the Panthers signed Vinny Testaverde to fill a roster spot vacated when Jake Delhomme was placed on IR due to an elbow injury. On Thursday, news broke that Testaverde may actually start in Arizona this weekend, because backup David Carr hurt his back last Sunday in New Orleans.

      To put things in perspective, Testaverde won the Heisman Trophy the same year Panthers wide receiver Dwayne Jarrett was born. In tribute of Vinny’s comeback to the NFL, I found this commercial on YouTube. I have absolutely no idea what it’s for or why anyone would want to cast Testaverde in a commercial, but enjoy.

      NFL

      Could Bush lose his Heisman?

      October 11, 2007 /

      The Reggie Bush-rent scandal that followed him around draft time last year is starting to pick up steam again. Two sources have told YAHOO! Sports that Lloyd Lake, one of the financiers of a failed marketing company called New Era Sports & Entertainment, is ready to testify to the NCAA that Bush and his family received nearly $280,000 in extra benefits while he was enrolled at USC.

      Taped conversations between Lake, Bush, Bush’s stepfather LaMar Griffin and others starting in December 2005 now could be examined as evidence by the NCAA. Sources have told Yahoo! Sports that those tapes provide proof of a financial relationship between the New Era financiers and Bush’s family during his days at USC. The tapes could pave the way for significant penalties for USC and ultimately could lead to Bush losing the Heisman Trophy he won in 2005 when he led USC to the national championship game against Texas.

      Rules are rules, but don’t take away the kid’s Heisman Trophy, especially if it was his family who mostly took advantage of the situation. He earned that award for his play on the field and it’s not like his family living rent-free helped him get a leg up on the competition. He should keep the award, pay the company back and then be done with it. If he refuses to do that or if Lake has proof that Bush violated stiffer rules, then the NCAA can look into a stiffer punishment.

      College Football, NFL

      Keith Olbermann calls out Travis Johnson

      October 10, 2007 /

      A scary moment occurred during the Texans-Dolphins game Sunday when Miami quarterback Trent Green knocked himself out trying to block Houston defensive tackle Travis Johnson. Green, who missed significant time last year due to a serious concussion, lay motionless on the field for several seconds and eventually was taken off the field on a gurney.

      Johnson, irate that Green tried to take his knees out, stood over the motionless QB and began taunting him after the play had ended. Johnson was still fuming after the game and showed little concern over Green’s health.

      This is what Keith Olbermann of NBC had to say about Johnson’s reaction during halftime of the Bears-Packers game Sunday night:

      Well said, Keith. Johnson has close to 100 pounds on Green – how else is Green supposed to block him? Not to mention, by league rules, it was a legal hit.

      NFL

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