((HT: KBOI-TV))
This is just not a good story from Pocatello on any level...
Initially, ISU head coach Mike Kramer was being investigated for allegedly shoving a player during practice- which wasn't cool to begin with...
Senior WR Derek Graves filed a complaint with police after the incident and claims his neck was injured in the process.
Then, the story gets better...
Yesterday, Kramer suspended Graves for "violating team rules"- which translated into "being late for practice..." by Kramer. Graves' attorney, Donald Jackson, claims the action was retaliation for the charges. Jackson also told KBOI that his client still isn't cleared medically for practice yet, either.
All this a week after Kramer was suspended for violating school policy in the shoving investigation in the first place...
Make any sense...???
Thought so...
Here's the early story on the investigation...
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Remember That Whole Marathon Thing...???
On second thought...
New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg has decided against his initial idea that running the MYC Marathon was a good idea...
Now, running the marathon is a bad idea and he won't have it happen after all...
And he's leaving US$340-million on the table...
The HQ has gone round and round on the idea...
On one hand, there's the thought that running the race shows that the city is on its way back. There's also the thought that the city could use the infusion of capital is so desperately needs...
On the other hand, there's the thought that the region is too busy in trying to function on a daily basis to be concerned with people from foreign countries running around New York City in short-shorts not giving a tinker's damn about people who don't have any power, gas for their cars, or even a home to go home to...
Take your pick... but the HQ is leaning more toward the latter...
We have friends and family up there and we'll defer to what they say...
New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg has decided against his initial idea that running the MYC Marathon was a good idea...
Now, running the marathon is a bad idea and he won't have it happen after all...
And he's leaving US$340-million on the table...
The HQ has gone round and round on the idea...
On one hand, there's the thought that running the race shows that the city is on its way back. There's also the thought that the city could use the infusion of capital is so desperately needs...
On the other hand, there's the thought that the region is too busy in trying to function on a daily basis to be concerned with people from foreign countries running around New York City in short-shorts not giving a tinker's damn about people who don't have any power, gas for their cars, or even a home to go home to...
Take your pick... but the HQ is leaning more toward the latter...
We have friends and family up there and we'll defer to what they say...
Friday, November 2, 2012
DEVELOPING: NHL Set To Cancel Winter Classic...
((HT: Sportsnet))
According to Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos and his Twitter feed, the NHL is going to choke its golden goose and cancel the Winter Classic- scheduled for the Big House in Ann Arbor, Michigan on New Year's Day as well as associated events at Comerica Park...
Sources saying sponsors r being notified the #NHL Winter classic gm' will be cancelled. An official announcement coming as early as 2pm est
The crowd expected for the game was expected to surpass all attendance records for a hockey event...
The HQ would LOVE to see how the league is going to explain this one off the books...
And the HQ would like to congratulate all parties involved on their mangling of the labor issue and the associative Pee-Ahr nightmare...
More when we know more...
According to Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos and his Twitter feed, the NHL is going to choke its golden goose and cancel the Winter Classic- scheduled for the Big House in Ann Arbor, Michigan on New Year's Day as well as associated events at Comerica Park...
Sources saying sponsors r being notified the #NHL Winter classic gm' will be cancelled. An official announcement coming as early as 2pm est
The crowd expected for the game was expected to surpass all attendance records for a hockey event...
The HQ would LOVE to see how the league is going to explain this one off the books...
And the HQ would like to congratulate all parties involved on their mangling of the labor issue and the associative Pee-Ahr nightmare...
More when we know more...
Three Pitt CFB Starters Arrested
((HT: KDKA-TV))
Not what new head coach Paul Chryst needed heading into the Notre Dame game or anything...starters whose legal status is in question...
Running back Ray Graham, defensive back Lafayette Pitts and wide receiver Devin Street are all facing charges of assault and conspiracy in connection with an alleged incident on October 21st in the Pittsburgh suburb of Oakland.
A man by the name of Karl Olsheski alleges that the three football players approached and eventually surrounded him while he was walking down the street with two women. The complaint alleges that Graham made a comment toward Olsheski. Street then, allegedly, punched Olsheski in the head.
The three received summonses to appear for a preliminary hearing January 9th. No word from campus if Chryst has (or will) discipline the three leading up to the game tomorrow.
WPXI-TV's story from the early morning is hyah...
More when we know more...
Not what new head coach Paul Chryst needed heading into the Notre Dame game or anything...starters whose legal status is in question...
Running back Ray Graham, defensive back Lafayette Pitts and wide receiver Devin Street are all facing charges of assault and conspiracy in connection with an alleged incident on October 21st in the Pittsburgh suburb of Oakland.
A man by the name of Karl Olsheski alleges that the three football players approached and eventually surrounded him while he was walking down the street with two women. The complaint alleges that Graham made a comment toward Olsheski. Street then, allegedly, punched Olsheski in the head.
The three received summonses to appear for a preliminary hearing January 9th. No word from campus if Chryst has (or will) discipline the three leading up to the game tomorrow.
WPXI-TV's story from the early morning is hyah...
More when we know more...
Thursday, November 1, 2012
The Dirty Dozen and Bottom of the Barrel: Weird Science
So....we hit the month of November and things are becoming clear cut for everyone.
Right?
Okay, so unless you are Alabama, you are probably wondering to yourself--"How weird would it be if we lost to LSU?"
We were wondering the same thing....BEFORE the season. Now, not so much. Although, we suppose if you are a Oregon, Notre Dame, Kansas State or...well, pretty much a fan of any other school you might be hoping something strange happens.
And no...Bill Paxton won't save you.
If only he'd save us from our recent spate of poor luck. Last week: 8-4, putting the overall count at...87-22.
But we digress...and as Casey always says at this point in our show--"On with the Countdown"
THE DIRTY DOZEN:
1) Alabama 8-0. So, the question is...can anyone beat 'Bama? And Magic 8 Ball says--"Probably Not". We really thought LSU had a shot. But we thought Zach Mettenberger was more talented than Jordan Jefferson too. He isn't. This will however be 'Bama's toughest test, it's never easy to win in Baton Rouge...especially at night. (This Week: at LSU. Our Pick: Alabama 23, LSU 10)
2) Oregon 8-0. No BCS fans, this isn't your 4th best team. They are a worthy #2 and you can't state a case otherwise. And hey, we were close, we picked them to go for 112 vs. Colorado last week--they scored 70. (This Week: at USC. Our Pick: Oregon 41, USC 33)
3) Notre Dame 8-0. We can't believe this either. But yet here they are. And thanks to Everett Golson, they get better every week. BCS fans should be nervous, ND has an awful schedule and could easily end up 12-0 and end the SEC run. (This Week: vs. Pitt. Our Pick: ND 31, Pitt 13)
4) Kansas State 8-0. They just keep winning. And Collin Klein just keeps tightening his grip on the Heisman. Thankfully, for them, they play in the Little 12. We think they'll run the table...but then again, we haven't be real prescient lately either. (This Week: vs. Okie State. Our Pick: K-State 47, Okie State 37)
5) LSU 7-1. Against our better judgement..and agreeing with the BCS for once. The Tigers clock in at #5 in our poll. They've just plain sucked on offense which leads many to believe they'll fold against Alabama. But don't bet against the Death Valley atmosphere. Especially in front of a National TV Audience. Really want to...no...can't....(This Week: See #1)
6) Florida St. 8-1. They've bounced back well from their idiotic loss to NC State. And we are a little reluctant to believe in them. Mostly because they are an ACC team. And ACC teams lose games for no apparent reason. The only way they don't get a BCS bid is they choke...oh wait. (This Week: BYE)
7) Georgia 7-1. Bravo UGA for finding their cojones last week. The question is: Will you keep holding onto them?. Any team with Jarvis Jones has a chance, but Aaron Murray needs to play a full game vs. a Top 10 team. Their slim BCS hopes ride with 'Bama winning this week. (This Week: vs. Ole Miss. Our Pick: UGA 37, Ole Miss 23)
8) Florida 7-1. They get to stay 'cause this defense alone beats most teams. The problem is when tested, the offense has...well...got issues. But, the Gator fans are back, even if they now have lost 2 straight to Georgia. (This Week: vs. Missouri. Our Pick: UF 23, Mizzou 10)
9) Louisville 8-0. We told you when he took the job, Charlie Strong was gonna be a great Head Coach. He's proving it. Unfortunately, he's gonna be in the SEC next season. Teddie Bridgewater is one of the best QB's nobody has heard of. Unfortunately he plays in the Big East...which is like playing in the UFL. (This Week: vs. Temple. Our Pick: Louisville 31, Temple 21)
11) South Carolina 7-2. Hate to see what happened to star RB Marcus Lattimore last week. Class kid who is apparently universally liked. But good kids like that will be successful. Kenny Miles and Mike Davis are pretty good backups. They'll be fine. (This Week: vs. Arkansas. Our Pick: S.Carolina 31, Ark. 17)
12) Clemson 7-1. We are pretty sure a fight between Dabo Swinney and Steve Spurrier will break out at the end of the month. They REALLY don't seem to like each other. If Clemson manages to win, they likely will end up 11-1. But they lost to FSU and that...will keep them in a MINOR bowl game. (This Week: at Duke. Our Pick: Clemson 47, Duke 31)
THE BOTTOM OF THE BARREL:
5) Colorado 1-7. Welcome back....the dreams were your ticket out...Welcome Back, welcome back, welcome back. How do you play in alleged "Power Conference" and be the worst defensive team in all the land? Yeah. We don't know either. Enjoy your last month as coach Jon Embree. (This Week: vs. Stanford. Our Pick: Stanford 81, Colorado 12)
4) New Mexico St. 1-7. Oh boyeee...they play an SEC team this week. So they're gonna get wiped out. Oh..wait, who do they play? Auburn? Oh, they aren't an SEC team, at least not this year. It's quite possible this could be a low scoring game. Haha! Yeah, so we understate things. (This Week: at Auburn. Our Pick: Auburn 3, N.Mexico St. 2)
3) Idaho 1-7. Whadda ya say we vote they change their nickname to "The Potatoes"? That sounds more fitting, doesn't it? Good thing New Mexico St is in their conference. Hmmm...oh wait. They are in the Bottom of the Barrel too. (This Week: vs. San Jose St. Our Pick: SJSU 48, Idaho 7 French Fries)
2) UMass 0-8. Explain again who it was up there that thought D-1 football was a good idea? If it weren't for the 34 pt explosion in the Ohio loss, they'd be averaging less than 10 a game. Sorry, that won't cut it in Big Boy football. (This Week: at Northern Illinois. Our Pick: NIU 50, UMass 10)
1) Southern Miss 0-8. We've been telling you for weeks that Ellis Johnson is in over his head. This should be this bad a team. And yet they are. How does anyone lose to Rice...by 24 points. We've said for weeks, the next coach here is Brett Favre. That's looking more likely, every day. (This Week: vs. UAB. Our Pick: UAB 13, S. Miss 12)
Okay, we have to go now, as much as we like doing this, the dog is pestering me for dinner and I got plans tonight.
So, enjoy your football....
Right?
Okay, so unless you are Alabama, you are probably wondering to yourself--"How weird would it be if we lost to LSU?"
We were wondering the same thing....BEFORE the season. Now, not so much. Although, we suppose if you are a Oregon, Notre Dame, Kansas State or...well, pretty much a fan of any other school you might be hoping something strange happens.
And no...Bill Paxton won't save you.
If only he'd save us from our recent spate of poor luck. Last week: 8-4, putting the overall count at...87-22.
But we digress...and as Casey always says at this point in our show--"On with the Countdown"
THE DIRTY DOZEN:
1) Alabama 8-0. So, the question is...can anyone beat 'Bama? And Magic 8 Ball says--"Probably Not". We really thought LSU had a shot. But we thought Zach Mettenberger was more talented than Jordan Jefferson too. He isn't. This will however be 'Bama's toughest test, it's never easy to win in Baton Rouge...especially at night. (This Week: at LSU. Our Pick: Alabama 23, LSU 10)
2) Oregon 8-0. No BCS fans, this isn't your 4th best team. They are a worthy #2 and you can't state a case otherwise. And hey, we were close, we picked them to go for 112 vs. Colorado last week--they scored 70. (This Week: at USC. Our Pick: Oregon 41, USC 33)
3) Notre Dame 8-0. We can't believe this either. But yet here they are. And thanks to Everett Golson, they get better every week. BCS fans should be nervous, ND has an awful schedule and could easily end up 12-0 and end the SEC run. (This Week: vs. Pitt. Our Pick: ND 31, Pitt 13)
4) Kansas State 8-0. They just keep winning. And Collin Klein just keeps tightening his grip on the Heisman. Thankfully, for them, they play in the Little 12. We think they'll run the table...but then again, we haven't be real prescient lately either. (This Week: vs. Okie State. Our Pick: K-State 47, Okie State 37)
5) LSU 7-1. Against our better judgement..and agreeing with the BCS for once. The Tigers clock in at #5 in our poll. They've just plain sucked on offense which leads many to believe they'll fold against Alabama. But don't bet against the Death Valley atmosphere. Especially in front of a National TV Audience. Really want to...no...can't....(This Week: See #1)
6) Florida St. 8-1. They've bounced back well from their idiotic loss to NC State. And we are a little reluctant to believe in them. Mostly because they are an ACC team. And ACC teams lose games for no apparent reason. The only way they don't get a BCS bid is they choke...oh wait. (This Week: BYE)
7) Georgia 7-1. Bravo UGA for finding their cojones last week. The question is: Will you keep holding onto them?. Any team with Jarvis Jones has a chance, but Aaron Murray needs to play a full game vs. a Top 10 team. Their slim BCS hopes ride with 'Bama winning this week. (This Week: vs. Ole Miss. Our Pick: UGA 37, Ole Miss 23)
8) Florida 7-1. They get to stay 'cause this defense alone beats most teams. The problem is when tested, the offense has...well...got issues. But, the Gator fans are back, even if they now have lost 2 straight to Georgia. (This Week: vs. Missouri. Our Pick: UF 23, Mizzou 10)
9) Louisville 8-0. We told you when he took the job, Charlie Strong was gonna be a great Head Coach. He's proving it. Unfortunately, he's gonna be in the SEC next season. Teddie Bridgewater is one of the best QB's nobody has heard of. Unfortunately he plays in the Big East...which is like playing in the UFL. (This Week: vs. Temple. Our Pick: Louisville 31, Temple 21)
11) South Carolina 7-2. Hate to see what happened to star RB Marcus Lattimore last week. Class kid who is apparently universally liked. But good kids like that will be successful. Kenny Miles and Mike Davis are pretty good backups. They'll be fine. (This Week: vs. Arkansas. Our Pick: S.Carolina 31, Ark. 17)
12) Clemson 7-1. We are pretty sure a fight between Dabo Swinney and Steve Spurrier will break out at the end of the month. They REALLY don't seem to like each other. If Clemson manages to win, they likely will end up 11-1. But they lost to FSU and that...will keep them in a MINOR bowl game. (This Week: at Duke. Our Pick: Clemson 47, Duke 31)
THE BOTTOM OF THE BARREL:
5) Colorado 1-7. Welcome back....the dreams were your ticket out...Welcome Back, welcome back, welcome back. How do you play in alleged "Power Conference" and be the worst defensive team in all the land? Yeah. We don't know either. Enjoy your last month as coach Jon Embree. (This Week: vs. Stanford. Our Pick: Stanford 81, Colorado 12)
4) New Mexico St. 1-7. Oh boyeee...they play an SEC team this week. So they're gonna get wiped out. Oh..wait, who do they play? Auburn? Oh, they aren't an SEC team, at least not this year. It's quite possible this could be a low scoring game. Haha! Yeah, so we understate things. (This Week: at Auburn. Our Pick: Auburn 3, N.Mexico St. 2)
3) Idaho 1-7. Whadda ya say we vote they change their nickname to "The Potatoes"? That sounds more fitting, doesn't it? Good thing New Mexico St is in their conference. Hmmm...oh wait. They are in the Bottom of the Barrel too. (This Week: vs. San Jose St. Our Pick: SJSU 48, Idaho 7 French Fries)
2) UMass 0-8. Explain again who it was up there that thought D-1 football was a good idea? If it weren't for the 34 pt explosion in the Ohio loss, they'd be averaging less than 10 a game. Sorry, that won't cut it in Big Boy football. (This Week: at Northern Illinois. Our Pick: NIU 50, UMass 10)
1) Southern Miss 0-8. We've been telling you for weeks that Ellis Johnson is in over his head. This should be this bad a team. And yet they are. How does anyone lose to Rice...by 24 points. We've said for weeks, the next coach here is Brett Favre. That's looking more likely, every day. (This Week: vs. UAB. Our Pick: UAB 13, S. Miss 12)
Okay, we have to go now, as much as we like doing this, the dog is pestering me for dinner and I got plans tonight.
So, enjoy your football....
ICYMI: Former Braves pitcher found dead in robbery
((ht: ajc.com))The major league baseball player known more for missing a start due to getting lost driving to the ballpark than anything he ever did was found dead in his Dominican Republic home.
Pascual Perez pitched for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Atlanta Braves among other teams in his 11-year Major League Baseball career and won 67 games.
But to many, he was known mostly as the Braves pitcher who got lost on the I-285 Perimeter trying to get to Fulton County STadium for a start. He was one of the more colorful and sometimes creative pitchers during the 80's and did have a few moments of pitching success.
Dominican Police say Perez was hit in the head during a robbery attempt at his home.
DEVELOPING: Spanier Charged In Sandusky Case
((HT: WHP-TV))
The HQ figured we weren't far from this, but the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette newspaper is reporting that former Penn State President Graham Spanier has been charged in connection to the Jerry Sandusky scandal.
A source told the newspaper's Paula Reed Ward that Attorney General Linda Kelly will announce at a noon presser that Spanier is facing perjury and obstruction of justice charges.
**Update**--That source was correct.
Spanier was forced to resign a year ago because of what went down...
The comprehensive report sanctioned by the school that former FBI Director Louis Freeh released said that Spanier knew about Sandusky and his history on campus, but he (Spanier) consulted with other university officials to cover the accusations up... which, of course, he and his lawyers deny.
WHTM TV in Harrisburg, PA gives us the Attorney General's press conference: abc27 WHTM
From the Reed Ward piece:
Mr. Spanier said he never knew any details about the 2001 incident, and that at the time he was simply given a "heads-up" that others in his administration were dealing with Sandusky for engaging in "horseplay" in the shower.
The day before Mr. Spanier made those statements to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, attorneys on his defense team characterized the Freeh report as a "blundering and indefensible indictment." Further, they said they didn't believe the state attorney general had a "scintilla of evidence" that could support charges similar to those faced by Mr. Schultz and Penn State athletic director Tim Curley.
Spanier's attorney released a video taped statement. (Thanks WHP-TV):
The HQ figured we weren't far from this, but the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette newspaper is reporting that former Penn State President Graham Spanier has been charged in connection to the Jerry Sandusky scandal.
A source told the newspaper's Paula Reed Ward that Attorney General Linda Kelly will announce at a noon presser that Spanier is facing perjury and obstruction of justice charges.
**Update**--That source was correct.
Spanier was forced to resign a year ago because of what went down...
The comprehensive report sanctioned by the school that former FBI Director Louis Freeh released said that Spanier knew about Sandusky and his history on campus, but he (Spanier) consulted with other university officials to cover the accusations up... which, of course, he and his lawyers deny.
WHTM TV in Harrisburg, PA gives us the Attorney General's press conference: abc27 WHTM
From the Reed Ward piece:
Mr. Spanier said he never knew any details about the 2001 incident, and that at the time he was simply given a "heads-up" that others in his administration were dealing with Sandusky for engaging in "horseplay" in the shower.
The day before Mr. Spanier made those statements to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, attorneys on his defense team characterized the Freeh report as a "blundering and indefensible indictment." Further, they said they didn't believe the state attorney general had a "scintilla of evidence" that could support charges similar to those faced by Mr. Schultz and Penn State athletic director Tim Curley.
Spanier's attorney released a video taped statement. (Thanks WHP-TV):
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