Judd Sirott’s application for additional inning of play-by-play duty rejected
Judd Sirott’s career fast track hit a bump in the road recently when the nonstop talker’s application for an additional inning of Cubs play-by-play was rejected because, in the hiring manager’s opinion, Sirott must be “raving mad.”
Heckler Comic: Life as a goalie in today’s NHL
Blocked shots are more prevalent than ever this season. And the goalies like it that way.
Peavy breaks a nail during throwing session; could set back first start even further
“He screamed so loud, I thought a little girl had snuck into the complex,” said pitching coach Don Cooper. “He just wouldn’t stop whining about his nail. I seriously thought he was going to cry.”
Vizquel allowed use of walker on basepaths
43-year-old White Sox infielder/bingo enthusiast Omar Vizquel won his medical appeal and was granted permission by MLB to use a walker on the basepaths. Vizquel requires the aid of a walker to protect his “troublesome hip” and to defend himself against “young punks” like Chris Sale and Brent Morel.
The NFL proposes a dozen more rule changes to combat concussions
In order to reduce concussions, the NFL recently moved kickoffs up to the 35-yard line, and went as far as proposing to eradicate them altogether. What other ideas have they come up with?
Loco Rob Column: Hawks power play is a gas, gas, gas
The Citgo Petroleum power play is the most ridiculous term in all of sports. In your dreams you hit the game winning grand slam, throw the game winning touchdown, score the winning basket and...
Cubs fan hopes this is finally the year the team maximizes its profits
“Sure, higher ticket prices were a good start, but I really want the Cubbies to make a financial killing,” he said. “Good organizations have a common goal from the top down, so I think we’re finally on the same page: let’s milk this cash cow. I’m willing to do my part if you are.”
