Robert Vasco
My name is Robert Vasco. I got my undergraduate degree at St. John's, and got my MBA at Adelphi. I am a fan of the Jets, Mets, and Nets, but I also enjoy watching other sports teams. Finance is of great interest to me, as I keep myself informed of the happeninings of the stock market.
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Pittsburgh Panthers Playing Great BasketballThe Pittsburgh Panthers had a fantastic 2008/09 season. The Panthers went 31-5, as they made it to the Elite Eight in the NCAA tournament. But, following its tournament run, Pittsburgh lost its three best players.
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Louisville Cardinals Dealing with Last Year's LossesThe Louisville Cardinals had a great 2008/09 season. But, after that great season, senior forward Terrence Williams graduated and junior guard/forward Earl Clark left Louisville a year early to go to the NBA.
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Cleveland Indians in Rebuilding ModeThe Cleveland Indians have traded away their three best players over the past couple of years. The Indians are in rebuilding mode.
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Carlos Beltran Has Surgery on Troublesome Right KneeNew York Mets' centerfielder Carlos Beltran has had surgery on his troublesome right knee. Beltran is expected to resume baseball activities in twelve weeks. The surgery will probably keep him out for most of April, or possibly longer.
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Oakland Athletics Trade for Kevin KouzmanoffThe Oakland Athletics have acquired former San Diego Padres' third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff in a four-player trade. Kouzmanoff was sent to Oakland with a minor leaguer for outfielders Scott Hairston and Aaron Cunningham.
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Ben Sheets Trying to Make ComebackMilwaukee Brewers' right handed starting pitcher Ben Sheets hurt his elbow late in the 2008 regular season. He became a free agent after that season, and still hasn't signed with a team.
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Dodgers Sign Kemp and Billingsley to New ContractsThe Los Angeles Dodgers have avoided arbitration with centerfielder Matt Kemp and right handed starting pitcher Chad Billingsley. The deal with Kemp spans two seasons and is worth $10.95 million. Billingsley signed a one-year, $3.85 million contract.
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White Sox Avoid Arbitration with Jenks and QuentinThe Chicago White Sox have avoided arbitration with right handed closer Bobby Jenks and outfielder Carlos Quentin. The 28-year-old Jenks inked a one-year deal worth $7.5 million. Quentin, 27, signed a one-year contract worth $3.2 million.
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San Francisco Giants Sign Aubrey HuffFormer Detroit Tigers' first baseman Aubrey Huff has inked a one-year, $3 million contract that will make him a San Francisco Giant. The 33-year-old Huff is versatile in that he can also play third base and the outfield.
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Ryan Church Signs with Pittsburgh PiratesThe Pittsburgh Pirates have signed former Atlanta Braves' outfielder Ryan Church to a one-year contract that will pay him $1.5 million. He hit .273 with four home runs and 40 runs batted in with the New York Mets and Braves last year in 111 games.
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Florida Marlins Sign John JohnsonThe Florida Marlins and right handed starting pitcher Josh Johnson have reached an agreement on a four-year contract that will guarantee Johnson $39 million. The deal will keep Johnson with the Marlins through the 2013 season.
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Jose Valverde Signs with Detroit TigersFormer Houston Astros' right handed closer Jose Valverde has signed a two-year, $14 million contract that will put him in a Detroit Tigers' uniform. The deal includes a $9 million option for the 2012 season.
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Detroit Tigers and Joel Zumaya Avoid ArbitrationRight handed relief pitcher Joel Zumaya and the Detroit Tigers have avoided salary arbitration. The two sides agreed to a one-year deal worth $915,000.
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Arizona Diamondbacks Sign Adam LaRocheThe Arizona Diamondbacks have signed former Atlanta Braves' first baseman Adam LaRoche to a one-year contract. LaRoche played in 150 games last year, but split them among three teams (Pittsburgh Pirates, Boston Red Sox, and Braves).
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Michael Redd Out for the SeasonMilwaukee Bucks' shooting guard Michael Redd will miss the remainder of this season due to an injury. The injury was to Redd's left knee. He sustained a season-ending injury to the same knee last season (in January 2009).
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What Happened to Gilbert Arenas?Washington Wizards' guard Gilbert Arenas has been in a gun controversy this season. The 28-year-old Arenas, an NBA superstar, may be in a lot of trouble.
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Nate Robinson Out of Mike D'Antoni's DoghouseNew York Knicks' point guard Nate Robinson had been benched for 14 straight games, which amounted to exactly one month. Robinson finally played at the Atlanta Hawks and scored 41 points, handing out eight assists. He shot 18-24 from the field.
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Chris Kaman Having a Great SeasonCentral Michigan Chippewas' center Chris Kaman was selected by the Los Angeles Clippers with the sixth pick in the stacked 2003 NBA Draft. While he's having a great season, Kaman is not getting the recognition that he should get.
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Peyton Manning Wins Fourth MVPIndianapolis Colts' quarterback Peyton Manning has been named The Associated Press NFL Most Valuable Player. This is the NFL-record fourth time that he has received the honor.
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New England Patriots Eliminated from PlayoffsThe New England Patriots lost at home to the Baltimore Ravens in the first round of the 2009 NFL playoffs. The loss was quarterback Tom Brady's first at home (regular season or postseason) since November 2006 (to the New York Jets).
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Michael Turner: Curse of 370?Atlanta Falcons' running back Michael Turner carried the football 376 times in the 2008 season. Running backs that carry the football 370 or more times in a seasons usually struggle the next year and even after that. Turner had a rough 2009 season.
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Matt Moore: Carolina Panthers' Quarterback of the Future?Carolina Panthers' quarterback Jake Delhomme has played horribly since turning 34 years old on January 10, 2009. Matt Moore may be the Panthers' quarterback of the future.
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Jay Cutler DisappointsThe Chicago Bears traded a lot for Denver Broncos' quarterback Jay Cutler in April 2009 prior to the NFL Draft. Cutler disappointed in his first year with the Bears.
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Cedric the EntertainerTexas Longhorns' running back Cedric Benson was selected by the Chicago Bears with the fourth overall pick of the 2005 NFL Draft. He was bad in his three seasons with the Bears, but has found a home with the Cincinnati Bengals.
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Josh Cribbs Unhappy with Cleveland Browns' OffersCleveland Browns' wide receiver Josh Cribbs wants a new contract. The 26-year-old Cribbs is probably the league's best return man.
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Randy Johnson RetiresSan Francisco Giants' left handed starting pitcher Randy Johnson retired after 22 major league seasons. Johnson won 300 games and four Cy Youngs in his career among several other great accomplishments. He's a first-ballot Hall of Famer.
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Boston Red Sox Sign Adrian BeltreThe Boston Red Sox inked former Seattle Mariners' third baseman Adrian Beltre to a one-year deal worth a guaranteed $10 million. Beltre won the American League Gold Glove at third base in 2007 and 2008.
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Texas Rangers Sign Vladimir GuerreroFormer Los Angeles Angels' outfielder/designated hitter Vladimir Guerrero signed a one-year deal with the Texas Rangers that includes a mutual option for a second year. Guerrero will turn 35-years-old in February.
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Kansas City Royals Sign Scott PodsednikThe Kansas City Royals signed former Chicago White Sox outfielder Scott Podsednik to a one-year contract. Podsednik will be the Royals' everyday centerfielder.
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Brett Myers Signs with Houston AstrosRight handed starting pitcher Brett Myers signed a one-year deal that guarantees him five million dollars to play for the Houston Astros. Myers was inconsistent in the first eight years of his career (all with the Philadelphia Phillies).
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Aroldis Chapman Signs with Cincinnati RedsLeft handed pitcher Aroldis Chapman, who defected from Cuba, signed a five-year deal worth $30 million with the Cincinnati Reds. Chapman's fastball has been clocked at over 100 miles per hour.
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Mouphtaou Yarou Cleared to PracticeVillanova Wildcats' freshman forward/center Mouphtaou Yarou has been cleared to practice. He was diagnosed with Hepatitis B in late November. Head coach Jay Wright initially thought that the 6-9 Yarou was out for the season.
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Ohio State Buckeyes Need Evan TurnerOhio State Buckeyes' junior guard/forward Evan Turner may be the best player in the country. However, he injured his back, and won't be able to play for a while.
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Purdue Boilermakers: National Championship Contenders?The Purdue Boilermakers are 13-0 and hold the No. 4 ranking in the country. Their 78-62 win over the sixth ranked West Virginia Mountaineers proved that they are national championship contenders.
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Memphis Grizzlies Playing Solid BasketballThe Memphis Grizzlies posted a record of just 24-58 in the 2008/09 season. So their 1-8 start to the 2009/10 season didn't shock many people. But, since 1-8 start, the Grizzlies have won 14 of their past 22 games to bring their record to 15-16.
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New York Knicks Pushing for Playoff SpotThe New York Knicks have won eight of their past 13 games after starting the 2009/10 season with a 4-15 record. The Knicks are currently just one game back of the eighth place team (the Charlotte Bobcats) in the Eastern Conference.
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Indianapolis Colts Bench StartersThe Indianapolis Colts benched their starters in the third quarter of their home game against the New York Jets. They ended up losing the game and a chance at an undefeated season.
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Philadelphia Phillies Sign Danys BaezThe Philadelphia Phillies signed former Baltimore Orioles' right handed reliever Danys Baez to a two-year contract. The 32-year-old Baez will probably pitch in a late-inning role for the Phillies.
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New York Mets Need Starting PitcherThe New York Mets addressed two of their three major needs this off-season. They have signed a quality reliever (right hander Kelvim Escobar) and a star corner outfielder (Jason Bay). But, the Mets need to acquire a quality starting pitcher.
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Chicago Cubs Sign Marlon ByrdThe Chicago Cubs signed former Texas Rangers' outfielder Marlon Byrd to a three-year contract worth $15 million. Byrd will join Alfonso Soriano and Kosuke Fukudome in the Cubs' outfield.
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New York Mets Sign Jason BayThe New York Mets signed outfielder Jason Bay to a four-year contract worth $66 million. The deal includes a vesting option for the fifth year that would increase his payout to a little more than $80 million over five years.
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Arizona Diamondbacks Sign Bob Howry and Kelly JohnsonThe Arizona Diamondbacks signed right handed reliever Bob Howry and second baseman Kelly Johnson to one-year contracts. Both deals give the Diamondbacks some risk.
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The Rise and Demise of Tracy McGradyHouston Rockets' shooting guard Tracy McGrady used to be an NBA superstar. But, at 30-years-old after a lot of injuries, he isn't the same player that he was in the past. He may never get his career back on track.
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Bargnani and Gallinari Representing Italy WellToronto Raptors' center Andrea Bargnani and New York Knicks' forward Danillo Gallinari were two high draft picks from Italy over the past few years. The two have played good basketball this year.
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Matt Capps Signs with Washington NationalsThe Washington Nationals signed former Pittsburgh Pirates' right handed closer Matt Capps to a one-year contract worth $3.5 million. The Nationals can win a lot more games if the 26-year-old Capps pitches well as their closer.
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St. Louis Cardinals: Best National League Team of the DecadeThe St. Louis Cardinals were the best National League team of this decade. The Philadelphia Phillies have a good argument for this distinction, but the Carindals ultimately get the nod. First baseman Albert Pujols was a huge part of their success.
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New York Yankees: Best American League Team of the DecadeThe New York Yankees were the best American League team of this decade. Shortstop Derek Jeter was one of many stars that led the Yankees to nine postseasons, four American League pennants, and two World Series chmapionships in the past ten years.
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Brandon Webb Key to Arizona DiamondbacksRight handed pitcher Brandon Webb started for the Arizona Diamondbacks on opening day this past year. He missed the rest of the year because of a shoulder injury. The Diamondbacks need a healthy Webb to contend in 2010.
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Toronto Blue Jays Enter Rebuilding ModeThe Toronto Blue Jays are in rebuilding mode after trading superstar right handed starting pitcher Roy Halladay to the Philadelphia Phillies. The team wil need to make shrewd moves to contend because they play in the toughest division in baseball.
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Colorado Rockies Have Bright FutureThe Colorado Rockies joined the National League West as an expansion team in 1993. They struggled from 1993-2006, but have gone to the playoffs twice and won a National League pennant over the past three seasons. The Rockies have a bright future.
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Pittsburgh Pirates: Will They Ever Win Again?The Pittsburgh Pirates have not had a winning season since 1992, when they went 96-66, winning a division title, and making it to the National League Championship Series. The Pirates have lost a lot of games since 1992, and have a dim future.
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Chicago White Sox Could Have Good 2010 SeasonThe Chicago White Sox failed to reach expectations in 2009, as they posted a losing season. However, led by outfielder Carlos Quentin and a talented, young group of pitchers, the White Sox could have a successful 2010 season.
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San Francisco Giants Need a Star HitterThe San Francisco Giants may have the best pitching staff in the major leagues, led by right handed starting pitcher Tim Lincecum. However, the team failed to qualify for the playoffs in 2009, due to its poor offense.
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Los Angeles Angels Sign Fernando RodneyThe Los Angeles Angels signed former Detroit Tigers right handed reliever Fernando Rodney to a two-year deal worth $11 million. Rodney pitched well as Detroit's closer last year, but will be a setup man for the Angels this coming year.
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New York Yankees Acquire Javier Vazquez from Atlanta BravesThe New York Yankees acquired right handed starting pitcher Javier Vazquez from the Atlanta Braves. Vazquez strengthens the Yankees' chances at repeating as World Series champions.
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Oakland Athletics Sign Coco CrispThe Oakland Athletics signed outfielder Coco Crisp to a one-year contract worth $5.25 million. The Athletics, who have the lowest payroll in the American League at $56 million, have lost a lot of games in the past three seasons.
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Jason Bay Return to Boston is UnlikelyThe Boston Red Sox look like they won't resign outfielder Jason Bay. Bay led the team in home runs and runs batted in this past year, with 36 and 119, respectively. But, if the Red Sox resigned him, it would put them over the luxury-tax threshold.
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San Diego Chargers Trying to Get AFC's No. 2 SeedThe San Diego Chargers are trying to get the American Football Conference's No. 2 seed. Quarterback Philip Rivers has led the team to eight straight wins following a 2-3 start.
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Should the Minnesota Twins Resign Joe Mauer After the 2010 Season?Minnesota Twins' catcher Joe Mauer, 26, will become a free agent following the 2010 season. The Twins, who have a low payroll, will face a tough decision on whether to sign the superstar catcher to a large contract or not.
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New England Patriots Still Without True Road VictoryNew England Patriots' quarterback Tom Brady has led his team to an 8-5 start, as his team sits atop the AFC East. However, his team's struggles on the road may make it hard for him to win his fourth Super Bowl.
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Chris Johnson and Steve Slaton Go in Opposite DirectionsTennessee Titans' running back Chirs Johnson and Houston Texans' running back Steve Slaton have gone in opposite directions after they both had great rookie seasons. Johnson has been superb this year, while Slaton's year has been a disaster.
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Carmelo Anthony Leading the NBA in ScoringDenver Nuggets' small forward Carmelo Anthony leads the NBA in scoring with 30.1 points per game. He has been overshadowed by fellow 2003 draftees LeBron James and Dwyane Wade in his time in the league, but a run to the NBA Finals may change that.
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Armed Forces Bowl Pairs Houston and Air ForceThe Armed Forces Bowl will pair the Houston Cougars and the Air Force Falcons. Houston junior quarterback Case Keenum may be the best quarterback in the nation.
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Marquette Deals with LossesThe Marquette Golden Eagles lost three of their four leading scorers, and their two leading scorers to graduation last year. But, senior forward Lazar Hayward has led the team to a solid start.
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Ray Rice Trying to Push Baltimore Ravens into PlayoffsSecond year running back Ray Rice is trying to lead the Baltimore Ravens to the playoffs. Rice and another second year player, quarterback Joe Flacco, give the Ravens a bright future.
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Lakers/Celtics Rematch in the NBA Finals?The Boston Celtics beat the Los Angeles Lakers two years ago in the NBA Finals. The two teams have jumped out to 20-4 records, and look like the favorites to play for the NBA championship.
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Tyreke Evans: Rookie of the Year?Sacrmento Kings point guard Tyreke Evans may win the Rookie of the Year award. Evans has helped the Kings improve on an abysmal 2008/09 season.
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Padres Need to Keep Adrian GonzalezThe San Diego Padres are exploring the option of trading star first baseman Adrian Gonzalez. But, if they traded the 27-year-old San Diego native, Padres' fans would be furious.
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Knicks Should Have Drafted Brandon JenningsThe New York Knicks selected Arizona forward Jordan Hill over point guard Brandon Jennings in the 2009 NBA Draft. That decision is looking like a very poor one, as Jennings is having a historical rookie season, while Hill is riding the bench.
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Cardinals Will Probably Retain Matt HollidayThe St. Louis Cardinals look like they'll resign outfielder Matt Holliday after acquiring him in a midseason trade with the Oakland Athletics this past year. Holliday and first baseman Albert Pujols are a deadly combination.
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Mariners Trade for Cliff LeeThe Seattle Mariners acquired left handed pitcher Cliff Lee in a three-way trade. Lee will team up with right-hander Felix Hernandez and injury-prone southpaw Erik Bedard to form arguably the best No. 1 to No. 3 starter combination in the game.
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Yankees Exhibiting RestraintThe New York Yankees usually spend the most money in baseball each year on free agents. However, after a World Series championship, the acquisition of centerfiedler Curtis Granderson has headlined a quiet off-season by their standards.
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Angels Sign Hideki MatsuiThe Los Angeles Angels signed former New York Yankees' designated hitter Hideki Matsui to a one-year deal. Matsui won the World Series MVP this past year, and may be able to help the Angels win another World Series championship.
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Red Sox Sign John LackeyThe Boston Red Sox signed former Angels' starter John Lackey for five years and $82.5 million. The addition of Lackey may give the Red Sox the best rotation in the major leagues. -
Marshall to Play Ohio for Little Caesars BowlThe Marshall Thundering Herd will play the Ohio Bobcats in the Little Caesars Bowl. A win will give Ohio their first ten-win season since 1968, while Marshall needs a win to avoid their fifth consecutive losing season. -
Independence Bowl Will Feature Georgia and Texas A&MThe Georgia Bulldogs will play the Texas A&M Aggies in the Independence Bowl. Georgia has struggled at times this year, after losing multiple players to the NFL following a ten-win 2008 season. -
Southern Miss and Middle Tennessee State Paired in New Orleans BowlThe Southern Miss Golden Eagles and the Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders will play in the New Orleans Bowl. Southern Miss will have to stop Middle Tennessee State junior quarterback Dwight Dasher, a dual-threat player, to win the game. -
Poinsettia Bowl Puts Utah Against CaliforniaThe Poinsettia Bowl will put the Utah Utes against the California Golden Bears. Utah is not what they were last year, but they still have a good team. California hopes that star running back Jahvid Best can reutrn from a concussion. -
New Mexico Bowl Will Feature Fresno State and WyomingThe Fresno State Bulldogs will play the Wyoming Cowboys in the New Mexico Bowl. Fresno State enters this game favored by 12 points, as they may be too much for Wyoming to handle. -
St. Petersburg Bowl Pairs Rutgers and Central FloridaThe St. Petersburg Bowl pairs the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the Central Florida Knights. While Rutgers plays in the Big East, and Central Florida plays in Conference USA, Central Florida may have played the tougher schedule. -
Pittsburgh to Play North Carolina in Meineke Car Care BowlThe Pittsburgh Panthers will play the North Carolina Tar Heels in the Meineke Car Care Bowl. North Carolina's great defense will face Pittsburgh star freshman running back Dion Lewis. -
Kobe Bryant BioKobe Bryant had an interesting childhood, and jumped from high school to the NBA. The Lakers guard has won four NBA titles in an impressive career, that isn't close to being over. -
Oklahoma to Face Stanford in Sun BowlThe Oklahoma Sooners will face the Stanford Cardinal in the Sun Bowl. Oklahoma regressed from last year due to Sam Bradford's injury, among other injuries. Stanford running back Toby Gerhart had an impressive senior season. -
Florida State to Meet West Virginia in Gator BowlThe Florida State Seminoles will meet the West Virginia Mountaineers in the Gator Bowl. This game will be legendary Florida State head coach Bobby Bowden's last game in college football, as he will retire after it. -
USC and Boston College Selected to Play in Emerald BowlThe USC Trojans lost four games this year, after losing two games or less for the previous seven seasons. They will play the Boston College Eagles in the Emerald Bowl, and try to end the year on a high note. -
Why Jim Thorpe is the Greatest Athlete of All TimeJim Thorpe was born 121 years ago and died 56 years ago. But, his impressive athletic achievements still make him the greatest athletete of all time. -
Brigham Young to Face Oregon State in Las Vegas BowlThe Brigham Young Cougars will face the Oregon State Beavers in the Las Vegas Bowl. BYU has established themselves as one of the best programs in the country, while Oregon State was a game away from the Rose Bowl this year. -
John Wall Looks like Next Dwyane WadeKentucky freshman point guard John Wall has been very impressive in the early going. His vast skill set makes him look like the next Dwyane Wade. -
Orange Bowl Features Georgia Tech and IowaThe Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets will meet the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Orange Bowl. This will be a matchup of a great offense and poor defense (Georgia Tech) and a poor offense and great defense (Iowa).
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Capital One Bowl Pits LSU Against Penn StateLes Miles and the LSU Tigers will face Joe Paterno and the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Capital One Bowl. Both teams are ranked in the top 15, but neither team has a marquee win.
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St. John's is on Their Way BackSt. John's had gone from a nationally prominent program to a joke on and off the court. Coach Norm Roberts has restored the team's off-the-court image, and after five unsuccessful seasons on the hardwood, his team has been impressive early on.
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TCU to Face Boise State for Fiesta BowlTCU and Boise State will face each other for the second consecutive season in postseason play. They will play in the Fiesta Bowl this year. The teams have competed with big schools despite having fewer resources.
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Mississippi to Play Oklahoma State for Cotton BowlMississippi will face Oklahoma State in the Cotton Bowl. Both teams have disappointed after receiving high expectations out of the gate. However, one of these teams will end the season on a high note.
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Texas or TCU?The undefeated Texas Longhorns hold a higher ranking in the polls than the TCU Horned Frogs, who are also unbeaten. But, with the Big 12 weaker than last year, TCU may have won out against a tougher schedule than Texas.
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Greg Oden Out for the Season... AgainGreg Oden has succumbed to another season-ending injury. This is his second major injury in his first three years in the NBA. Will Greg Oden over Kevin Durant eventually be compared to Sam Bowie over Michael Jordan?
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Memphis Bounces Back After Losing CalipariJohn Calipari built an elite program at Memphis, but left for Kentucky. However, under the unknown, young Josh Pastner the team looks to be in good hands. Calipari's departure may not have even been a bad thing for Memphis.
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Oregon Beats Oregon State, Qualifies for Rose BowlOregon defeated Oregon State to qualify for the Rose Bowl, where they'll meet Ohio State. Oregon could have never imagined this outcome after their disappointing season opener.
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Iverson Ends RetirementAllen Iverson's recent decision to retire was met with skepticism about his commitment to leave the NBA. He has made a return to the NBA shortly after his retirement, with his orginal team, the Philadelphia 76ers.
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Who's Wesley Johnson?Syracuse entered the year with lower expectations than usual after losing arguably their three best players. Wesley Johnson has come out of nowhere to lead Syracuse to a top ten national ranking early on.
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Revival of Ricky WilliamsRicky Williams has not had a typical career, as he has dealt with extensive drug problems. However, his talent looks like it has ultimately won out over his marijuana issues, as he has had a brilliant season considering the circumstances.
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Personal Foul, Late HitIt is great that College Football and the NFL are taking precautions to ensure the safety of their players. But officials are taking the rules too literally, calling game-changing personal fouls when they should hold their flags.