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 TBS to continue squeezing playoff games in between promos for 'Frank TV,' other unfunny showsThursday, Oct. 9, 2008 'The goal of TBS is inform viewers about shows riddled with sophomoric humor and rehashed story lines' Another October has rolled around and TBS is again deviating from broadcasting its original shows like "Frank TV" and other unfunny programs by broadcasting Major League Baseball playoff games and cramming in between as many promos as possible for its shows as possible.  The Heckler's August '08 Issue is outFriday, Aug. 8, 2008 Among the headlines: Scalpers yet to feel impact of recession, Ramirez gets portrait painted while watching HR The August 2008 edition of The Heckler is out on the streets and is guaranteed to make you laugh or your money back. Pick up your free copy in Chicago today, or subscribe and get it delivered to your home, office, email address or prison cell.  MLB unveils new 'SquareVision' packageWednesday, Aug. 6, 2008 Fans pay $149.95 a season to watch pixelated ball, Lego-like players Major League Baseball has always been a little behind the times, whether it be ignoring the need for instant replay or acknowledging the mere existence of steroids. MLB's latest public unveiling is more of the same with the announcement of its new "SquareVision" package, which is sure to please hardcore Pong players and Nintendo's RBI Baseball enthusiasts. On Deck Radio Report: Josh Hamilton will inspire local kids to find glory by first using drugs and other predictions Monday, Jul. 21, 2008 This week's predictions: youngster's will hear Texas outfielder's inspiring story of drug abuse, a Cubs fan will see specific parts of herself on TV, and Bud Selig will make promises he might not keep. Radio Brief: Selig spends last hour of All-Star Game in a cold sweat Wednesday, Jul. 16, 2008 The Commissioner's worst fears almost come about: another All-Star Game tie. Arm of Hamilton's batting practice pitcher found in Bronx dumpster Tuesday, July 15, 2008 71-year-old Clay Counsil returned to nursing home following Home Run Derby Perhaps more remarkable than the 500 foot homers off the bat of Josh Hamilton during the Home Run Derby Monday night, was the fact that he was hitting these bombs off of 71-year-old Clay Counsil. No pitching, timely hitting by Rangers keeps White Sox at bay Sunday, July 13, 2008 Rangers win 12-11, head into break 4 games above .500 The White Sox finished with 22 hits, but the Texas Rangers had 17 timely hits to beat the White Sox 12-11 on Sunday at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. The Rangers head into the All-Star break four games above .500. It's the first time in franchise history the Rangers have headed into the break better than 10 games below even. Al Gore: Global warming reason Rangers above 500 mark; Cowboys heading to California Sunday, July 13, 2008 Former Vice President Al Gore said Saturday during a speech that the Rangers' success this season can be attributed to global warming. Radio Brief: Selig changes course, encourages steroid use for Home Run Derby Tuesday, Jul. 08, 2008 MLB commissioner decides he liked the contest better when the participants were juiced. Radio Brief: MLB makes deal with T-Mobile, all signs to be sent by text Wednesday, Jun. 11, 2008 New sponsor means teams will do away with hand signals. Radio Brief: Selig hopes replay replaces steroids in legacy Tuesday, Jun. 03, 2008 Selig wants to be known as "Replay-Era" Commissioner. Rangers' announcer copyrights catch phrase May 28, 2008 Levin copyrights 'No disrespect intended' Texas Rangers announcer Josh Lewin announced Wednesday he had copyrighted the phrase "No disrespect intended." Radio Brief: 'Old Man Franco' hangs up his cleats Wednesday, May 7, 2008 The former Ranger will spend more time on his hobbies. On Deck Radio Report: Bonds, Sosa to start 'anything goes' baseball league and other predictions Monday, Apr. 28, 2008 This week's predictions: two former sluggers start a league where they can do whatever they want, Soriano's return from the DL is brief, and a Maddux physical leads to an interesting conclusion. Heckler Comic: The Rangers' are headed to rock bottom Monday, April 28, 2008 Things aren't going well for Ron Washington and crew The A.L.-worst Rangers are sinking fast. Heckler Comic: Dallas owners get reality show Friday, April 11, 2008 Which one is the biggest loser? Cuban, Jones and Hicks are set to compete in a Dallas-based sports reality show.  Rangers Nation focuses on NFL draftTuesday, April 8, 2008 Tickets still available for Tuesday's home opener The Texas Rangers completed the season's first road trip 3-3 and return home to open the season at Rangers Ballpark on Tuesday against the Baltimore Orioles. American League's plan to eliminate Rangers from playoff contention working Tuesday, April 8, 2008 Lack of off days early fuels conspiracy theory The Rangers will play for 20 consecutive days, and 36 of the first 37 by May 4, fueling speculation the American League is conspiring to do everything it can to eliminate the team from playoff contention early. MLB announces Ponce de Leon memorial tour Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008 MLB Commissioner Bud Selig announced today the league is hosting a month-long celebration in April of the life of Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon, who traveled to Florida in 1513 searching for the fountain of youth. Rangers interview segment scrapped for report from NFL combine Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2008 Speculation over Cowboys first-round picks leads to shortened Kinsler segment Radio station KESN 103.3 FM cut short an interview Wednesday with Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler last week in order to broadcast a live report from the NFL Combine at Indianapolis. MLB.com shop retracts Rangers merchandise Friday, Feb. 22, 2008 Royals, Devil Rays, Nationals also taken off the shelves In an effort to avoid clutter and unnecessary material on its site, MLB.com's clothing shop has completely removed all merchandise for the Rangers, Royals, Devil Rays and Nationals.  Kevin 'Shrek' Mench reunites with RangersFriday, Feb. 15, 2008 Young: 'Losing 100 games will be a little more fun now that we have Menchy back' The Rangers announced earlier this week the team has signed former Ranger Kevin Mench to a minor league contract. He will compete with Nelson Cruz, Jason Botts and David Murphy for a backup outfielder spot. Clemens testifies against wife, has zero chance of getting any Valentine's Day action Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008 Friend of Debbie Clemens confident Rocket will spend holiday on the couch Under oath and risking his entire reputation, Roger Clemens told Congress he has never used steroids or human growth hormone, although his wife has. The admission, used to poke holes in an incriminating testimony from Andy Pettitte, guaranteed Clemens will not have any Valentine's Day sex this year. On Deck Radio Report: Selig thinks of new ways to mess up baseball and other predictions Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008 This week's predictions: baseball's commissioner has plenty more bad ideas left in the tank, spontaneous pants fire prove Clemens is lying, and Mariotti doesn't need to go to Spring Training to complain about it. Heckler Comic: Nolan Ryan to defer to Daniels? Monday, Feb. 11, 2008 Now that the Texas legend is onboard, he will serve as the Rangers' GM's resource Daniels was 13 when Ryan threw his seventh no-hitter.  Rangers give up on another young pitcher to acquire another 1-tool playerWednesday, Feb. 6, 2008 Daniels mispronounces Galarraga's name when explaining the trade The Rangers again traded a young pitcher and got what seems to be very little in return when Armando Galarraga--considered a top 10 prospect in the farm system as recently as last year--was dealt to the Tigers Tuesday for minor league journeyman Michael Hernandez.  Rangers GM Daniels revealed to be long lost child of Skins owner Dan SnyderSunday, Feb. 3, 2008 Paternity test to be announced on 'Maury' this week Rangers GM Jon Daniels recently discovered he is actually the offspring of Redskins Owner Daniel Snyder. The two are prepared to reconnect on an upcoming episode of the "Maury" show, complete with a paternity test and screaming Redskins fans. On Deck Radio Report: Selig erases steroid references on his Wikipedia page and other predictions Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2008 This week's predictions: Bud Selig tries to change history by changing Wikipedia, the Blackhawks take their coach a little too seriously, and the Bulls play and...well, you can guess the outcome.  Hicks approaches Ryan to join Rangers as team president and fifth starterTuesday, January 29, 2008 GM Daniels not sure he's heard of Hall of Fame pitcher Rangers owner Tom Hicks recently asked local icon Nolan Ryan to be the team's new president this week and word is that the agreement will also see him inserted as the fifth man in the rotation. Fans shocked as retired Rangers beat current Rangers in fan fest softball game Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008 Rusty Greer goes 2-for-4, announcer Nadel throws four strong innings of relief Rangers fans lumbered out of the annual fan fest in a state of shock after watching a team of former Rangers beat a team of current Rangers 2-1 in a charity softball game.  Selig reveals photos of cave he was living in during steroid eraThursday, Jan. 24, 2008 Commissioner chose 15 years of solitude over information sharing MLB commissioner Bud Selig confirmed Tuesday what had been widely speculated for months: For the 15 years during the "Steroid Era," Selig was living in a cave. Radio Brief: Joe Morgan to guard Hall of Fame entrance, not let anyone else get inducted Wednesday, Jan. 09, 2008 Joe Morgan is taking protecting the exclusivity of the Hall of Fame to the extreme, and bringing his family along for the trip.  Clemens tarnishes image as a huge jerk in remorseful TV interviewMonday, Jan. 7, 2008 Rocket asks for forgiveness from fans in one-on-one with Barbara Walters Just a day after appearing on "60 Minutes," Roger Clemens sat down with Barbara Walters on "The View" for a live interview. The 300-game winner admitted he had made some mistakes and asked for understanding and forgiveness from his millions of fans. The sincerity of Clemens' words threw many for a loop, forever tarnishing his image as an arrogant jerk.  New Ranger Josh Hamilton happy to be free from Dusty's elderly movementSaturday, Dec. 29, 2007 Outfielder got grossed out by smell of Ben Gay and Efferdent New Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton said he's glad to be out of Cincinnati, where he began fearing new manager Dusty Baker would stack the lineup with veterans on the downswing of their career as he's done with previous teams. Radio Brief: Mitchell Report likely prevents Hundley from Hall induction Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2007 Current Hall of Famers say they won't vote for crappy players who are named in the Mitchell Report. Radio Brief: Most players in Mitchell Report should have taken more steroids Friday, Dec. 14, 2007 Based on the play of many players named as steroid abusers, they weren't taking enough performance enhancers.  Locals react to Rangers signing of Milton BradleyTuesday, Dec. 11, 2007 Those close to team try to find silver lining When the Rangers signed journeyman outfielder and frequent clubhouse cancer Milton Bradley, everyone from fans to players to the front office are trying their hardest to find a silver lining. Rangers finally sign a free agent, even if it is a colossal mistake Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2007 Bradley refuses sanity test The Rangers historically haven't been very active on the free agent market, so last week's signing of troubled outfielder Milton Bradley was a bit of an eye-opener and even more of a colossal mistake.  Rangers McCarthy wins inaugural Oil Can Boyd AwardTuesday, Nov. 20, 2007 Two other Rangers in top 3 voting Major League Baseball announced today that Rangers pitcher Brandon McCarthy is the winner of the league's inaugural Oil Can Boyd Award, awarded to the worst regularly appearing pitcher in the American League. Named for former journeyman pitcher Dennis "Oil Can" Boyd, MLB felt it was necessary to reward horrendous pitching the way the Cy Young awards superior pitching.  Hicks eyes Bonds to add to Rangers' spotted pastFriday, Nov. 16, 2007 Slugger will fit right in with franchise that's had Sosa, Palmeiro, Canseco and Caminiti Rangers owner Tom Hicks announced plans today to sign troubled free agent Barry Bonds who would feel at home in the organization given its spotted lineage of sluggers that includes Rafael Palmeiro, Sammy Sosa and Jose Canseco. Hicks vows to help Angels pay A-Rod Friday Nov. 9, 2007 Rangers fans celebrating the $21 million their team saved when Alex Rodriguez opted out of his contract with the Yankees might want to keep the cork on the champagne. Earlier today, Rangers owner Tom Hicks displayed his curious business savvy by announcing he'd help the Angels pay A-Rod's salary should they sign the superstar. |
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