June 19, 2013

USA shuts out Panama 2-0 in front of special Seattle crowd

June 12, 2013 by 5 Comments

USMNT_g_mp_576The United States Men’s National Team shut out Panama for a 2-0 win in front of an electric crowd in Seattle on Tuesday. The Yanks outclassed Panama for much of the 90 minutes, earning 3 points and bringing the US to the top of the standings at the midway point of the final round of CONCACAF World Cup Qualifying.

Despite the complaints about the temporary playing surface, Century Link Field proved as good a home as any for the US Men’s National Team. The Seattle crowd of 40,000 plus sang from start to finish as the US controlled play for the majority of the game, getting goals from striker Jozy Altidore in the 36th minute and forward Eddie Johnson in the 79th.

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MLB News: Carlos Carrasco suspension reduced to 7 games

June 9, 2013 by 4 Comments

The Indians have announced that Carlos Carrasco has had his suspension reduced to seven games as a result of his appeal with Major League Baseball. Carrasco will be begin serving his suspension today.

Carrasco was suspended back in April after he hit the Yankees’ Kevin Youkillis with a pitch up and in on the shoulder.

This was the second time Carrasco has been suspended, the first for an incident back in 2011 for throwing at the head of Kansas City’s Billy Butler. Before he could serve that suspension, Carrasco was sent to the disabled list and underwent Tommy John surgery.

With the suspension still looming he began the year in the big leagues so he could complete the suspension from the Butler incident and then the plan was to send him down to Columbus. After an injury to Scott Kazmir, Carrasco was forced to start for the Tribe against New York when he was suspended once again.

The Indians then sent him down to Columbus while they studied the schedule, looking for a place for Carrasco to come back up, make a start, drop his appeal and begin serving his suspension.

Carrasco took the loss yesterday against Detroit, giving up six runs on ten hits in four innings. Carrasco’s ERA in his two starts is 15.26

[Related:What we will see from mercurial Tribe rotation]

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NFL Rumors: Pinkston and Greco favorites to start for Browns at guard

June 9, 2013 by 2 Comments

In Terry Pluto’s latest “Terry’s Talkin” he projects Jason Pinkston and John Greco as the Browns’ starters at guard heading into camp, leaving Shawn Lauvao the odd man out.

I sense this staff is not nearly as high on Shaun Lauvao as the previous staff. My guess is they would open with Jason Pinkston and John Greco at the guards, Lauvao on the bench. That assumes Pinkston remains healthy. He had a major scare with blood clots last season. These coaches believe Greco is a solid pro who did a good job filling in for Pinkston in 2012. They have some younger players such as seventh-rounder Garrett Gilkey as guard possibilities, but it’s hard to see how they would emerge as starters this season.

Lauvao started all 32 games for the Browns over the last two seasons, but has been widely considered the weak point of the line. Leading up to last April’s draft Alabama’s Chance Warmack seemed like a strong possibility for the Browns picking at six in April’s draft because of Lauvao’s struggles and the medical issues with Pinkston.

With Pinkston back and Greco slotted in on the other side of Alex Mack, the Browns will need to find a way to improve line play in 2013. Despite being ranked the 5th best offensive line in the NFL last year by Pro Football Focus, those who watched the Browns running game last year saw Richardson and Hardesty running into brick walls far too many times instead of open holes at the line.

[Related: Brandon Weeden: Browns can be "really, really good" in 2013]

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Francona: I don’t think I had any chance of staying in that game

June 9, 2013 by 5 Comments

Losing is frustrating. Especially when you lose for the sixth consecutive time, 14 out of your last 18, and 10 straight on the road. When Nick Swisher went to speak with home plate umpire Andy Fletcher during the eighth inning of Saturday’s loss about some questions he had on how things were being run, frustrations reached a fever pitch.

According to Jordan Bastian’s post on MLB.com Francona said he didn’t first realize Swisher and Fletcher were arguing, but Tito noticed things were starting to escalate very quickly.

“When I saw Andy get a little more animated, I got out there,” Francona said. “I had no intention of getting thrown out of the game. I just wanted to get in-between he and Swish. The way Andy approached me, I thought he lost his composure. I don’t think I had any chance of staying in that game. Spit was coming out of his mouth, and [he was] gesturing and everything.

“I didn’t know they were even arguing. It looked to me like they were talking and them I saw him gesturing toward Swish, so I realized I had to get out there and get in the way. I didn’t think it would be a big deal, but the way he acted towards me, I don’t know how I could stay in the game.”

No one knows exactly what started the conversation between Swisher and Fletcher, as the Tribe slugger wouldn’t divulge any real information on the matter, regardless Francona had his player’s back.

This was the second time this season Francona has been ejected, the first being during last Sunday’s loss to Tampa Bay.

[Related: Remaining calm as the Indians sputter]

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NFL Rumors: James Michael Johnson not in Browns’ plans

June 9, 2013 by 9 Comments

In Terry Pluto’s latest column he writes that the Browns will most likely part ways with linebacker James Michael Johnson. Johnson missed six games due to injury in 2012, but was highly regarded by the previous regime, playing in 45 percent of snaps when healthy.

With 2012 undrafted free agent Craig Robertson looking like the starter along side D’Qwell Jackson at inside linebacker in Ray Horton’s new defense, it appears Johsnon is now on his way to being cut.

Drafted in the fourth round of the 2012 draft out of Nevada, JMJ was injured in the pre season before returning to action in week 5 and making his first career start the following week against San Diego.

After Johnson on the depth chart are second year players L.J. Fort and Tank Carder. Fort and Carder each made their living primarily on special teams during their rookie campaigns playing just 98 and 30 snaps respectively.

While D’Qwell Jackson is as steady as they come on the inside, the lack of depth and experience along side him is a concern for the Browns’ defense.

[Related: Weeden: Browns can be "really, really good" in 2013]

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NBA Rumors: Cavs high on Maryland’s Len

June 9, 2013 by 20 Comments

Bob Finnan of The News Herald wrote Sunday of the Cavaliers’  love for Maryland center Alex Len. The 7’1″ Ukrainian dazzles scouts with his size and skill and is drawing comparisons to former Cavalier center and current front office employee, Zydrunas Ilgauskas.

“I watched him while I was growing up,” Len said. “He’s really famous overseas. He played in Cleveland for almost 15 years.

“I like his style of play. He has good size. He can step out and shoot. It’s similar to my game.”

Like Ilgauskas and many other 7 footers before him, Len has some injury concerns with his feet. Currently Len is rehabbing from a stress fracture in his right ankle which is prohibiting the big man from participating in pre draft workouts.

“It’s hard. You want to be out there and show scouts what you can do. It sucks to not be out there.”

After a disappointing freshman season at Maryland, Len picked up the pace in his sophomore year. While his averages of 11.9 points and 7.9 rebounds aren’t anything to write home about, Len completely dominated Kentucky’s Nerlens Noel in their only meeting.

Len scored 23 points with 12 rebounds and 4 blocks, while holding Noel to 4 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 blocks as Kentucky edged Maryland 72-69. It’s flashes like this that have scouts and even Len himself, salivating over his upside.

“I have the biggest upside in this draft among the big guys,” he said. “Maybe 10 years from now, I’ll be the best player in this draft.”

With no clear cut choice for this year’s number one pick, it’s not out of the realm the Cavs would reach and take Len at one. In the previous two drafts Chris Grant surprised everyone by selecting Dion Waiters and Tristan Thompson, two players who had been barely been linked to the Cavaliers through the pre draft process.

[Related: Cavalier NBA Draft Film Room: Alex Len]

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LeBron’s lack of help in 2013 rivals lack of help in 2007

June 9, 2013 by 21 Comments

Big 3

Jordan had Pippen, Kobe had Shaq, 1 and hell even Skywalker had Solo.

No matter how amazing or perfect someone may be, everyone needs help.

LeBron was chastised for heading down to South Beach to team up with an NBA Finals MVP and a reptilion all-star. He was branded scared, afraid, and a coward for running from the challenge he and his Cavalier teammates faced in the Celtics’ Big Three and heading to the land built by cocaine and murder to form his own trio.

“He didn’t want the pressure of being the guy”, we all said.

“He’ll never be Jordan. This clearly takes him out of the conversation. He can win as much as he wants to. There would have been something honorable about staying in Cleveland and trying to win it as the man.” Chimed in Charles Barkley on 790 The Ticket in Miami after “The Decision”.

At the time I couldn’t have agreed more. With a nasty taste in my mouth I searched high and low for quotes like this to wash it out. We all wondered who would be the alpha dog on this Heat team? Who would take the last shot? Who would ride shotgun when the crew of “best friends” headed to Chipotle after practice? It’s Wade’s team, LeBron doesn’t want to be the guy we concluded. [Read more...]

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While We’re Waiting…Trading for Aldridge, scouting Desmond Bryant, and more thoughts on attendance

June 9, 2013 by 4 Comments

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“If Portland was ever going to trade Aldridge, they’d be sure to get the best return possible for him, as they should. If a trade with Cleveland was ever going to happen, Portland would undoubtedly insist on getting that pick (with other assets included as well) in exchange for their star big man. The reputation of this year’s draft gives Portland more leeway in trade negotiations. If the first overall were available, then that’s when trading Aldridge becomes an idea for management to consider.

As good as Aldridge is, he’s 28 next month. Damian Lillard and Nicolas Batum are 22 and 24 respectively, and their best years lie ahead of them. Aldridge will be on the wrong side of 30 when they hit their prime. Could the Blazers conceivably be a contender with an aging Aldridge? I’m hesitant to say yes, and it would require a lot more depth than what they have now. It’s hard to imagine them rising to that level.

By flipping Aldridge for young assets such as center Nerlens Noel via the first overall pick and one of Tristan Thompson/Dion Waiters, the Trail Blazers could add a bunch of good young players that can all reach their prime at once. Flipping Aldridge for two players also helps with the problem of depth, and from what we have seen so far, Lillard seems like a mature enough figure to replace Aldridge as a leader. Throw in some veteran leadership, some complimentary role players (and while very raw, Meyers Leonard is still a very nice asset to have alongside the other young players), and there you have a foundation that could be better to work with.” [Yeung/Rip City Project]
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MLB News: McCallister to 15 day DL, Carrasco recalled from AAA to start vs. Tigers

June 8, 2013 by 4 Comments

The Indians announced today that Zach McCallister has been placed on the 15 day disabled list, and that Carlos Carrasco has been recalled from AAA Columbus to start Saturday vs. Detroit.

“McAllister has been battling right middle finger soreness his last several starts and begins his first career stint on the Major League DL.  So far in 2013 he is 4-5 with a 3.43 ERA in 11 starts (65.2IP, 68H, 25ER, 22BB, 45K).  He is eligible for reinstatement on June 18.

Carrasco has spent most of the season in the rotation at Triple-A Columbus where he has gone 2-0 with a save and a 3.21 ERA in 10 games/9 starts (47.2IP, 40H, 19R/17ER, 14BB, 50K, .225AVG).  His 3.21 ERA currently ranks 11th in the International League as he has limited left-handed batters to a .165 (13-79) average against. He made one start for Cleveland on April 9 vs. New York-AL (3.2IP, 7H, 7R/ER) after opening the season in the big league rotation. He will start today’s game against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park.”

Much of the Tribe’s early season success can be attributed to the work of Zach McCallister on the mound. McCallister went at least 5 innings in his first 10 starts this year, before being knocked out in the 4th inning of his last start vs. Tampa Bay.

Carrasco will face off against the Tigers’ Rick Porcello. Porcello has struggled this year with a record of 2-3 and a 5.21 ERA.

[Related: Remaining calm as the Indians sputter]

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NBA News: Cavs to have $19 million in cap space this summer

June 8, 2013 by 12 Comments

ShamSports.com a website for basketball data and analysis is projecting the Cavs to have just over $19 million in cap space this summer. That number will more than likely grow if Mo Speights opts out of his deal that would have him earning just over $4.5 million in 2013-14.

Throughout the rebuild process, Chris Grant and his staff have tried to stay as flexible as possible, acquiring assets, and reducing the amount of salary committed to the long term.

The Cav’s salary cap picture looks as follows for the summer of 2013, this is with the inclusion of Speight’s contract and ShamSports.com’s projected cuts of CJ Miles and Chris Quinn..

Anderson Varejao: $9,036,364
Kyrie Irving: $5,607,240
Marreese Speights: $4,515,000
#1 pick: $4,436,900
Tristan Thompson: $4,062,000
Dion Waiters: $3,894,240
Alonzo Gee: $3,250,000
Tyler Zeller: $1,633,440
#19 pick: $1,223,200
Kevin Jones: $788,872
Roster charge: $490,180
Roster charge: $490,180

Total = $39,427,616 = $19,072,384 in cap room.

If Speights decides to opt out, that number will grow to above $23 million in free cap space.

The biggest names among unrestricted free agents include Chris Paul, Dwight Howard, Josh Smith, Andrew Bynum, Al JEfferson, and Manu Ginobili.

Paul, Howard, and Ginobili seem like unrealistic options for Chris Grant and his staff, while Josh Smith, Andrew Bynum, and Al Jefferson  are all wildcards. The Cavs will have to make some moves to upgrade a roster that won just 24 games this past season, while still leaving open the option to pursue LeBron James in the summer of 2014.

[Related: The Cleveland Cavaliers should plan well for 2014 but not just LeBron James]

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USA beats Jamaica in stoppage time, Cleveland ‘unites and strengthens’

June 8, 2013 by 21 Comments
American Outlaws in Jamaica

The American Outlaws cheer on the United States to a 2-1 win over Jamaica in Kingston.

The Yanks were playing their first World Cup qualifier in 2.5 months. They were trying to keep momentum from a 4-3 win over what was essentially a German “B” team that was missing 15 first team players and featured several young Germans earning their first cap. The friendly against Germany served as the second tune up for June’s world cup qualifiers with the first being back in Cleveland over a week and a half ago.

That night over a week and a half ago 27,000 sports fans flocked to downtown Cleveland to take in a world class sporting event. They weren’t headed to Progressive Field to watch the Tribe take on the Reds in “The Battle of Ohio”. Instead it was a rowdy group of soccer fans who packed the lower bowl and the open club sections of First Energy field to watch U.S. Men’s National Team take on the visitors of Belgium in an international friendly. [Read more...]

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The hypocrisy of drugs in sports

June 8, 2013 by 13 Comments


In the last 24 hours Chris Perez has been arrested for possession of pot, and Josh Gordon has been suspended for testing positive for having codeine in his system that was from cough syrup prescribed by his doctor. Go back to last fall and we can add Joe Haden to the list of high profile Cleveland athletes that have had drug related off the field issues after he served a four game suspension for testing positive for Adderall in his system.

As a fan, all of these events upset me because I want my favorite teams to have their best players on the field at all times. By getting suspended these guys let their teammates down, themselves down, and whether they know it or not they let their fans down. [Read more...]

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Dr. James Andrews: Team that drafts Nerlens Noel ‘has to go slowly’

June 8, 2013 by 6 Comments

With the NBA draft less than a month away Nerlens Noel’s injured knee is in the spotlight. The odds on favorite to be selected by the Cavaliers with the first overall pick is in the middle of a strenuous rehab process after tearing his ACL back in February.

Noel’s surgeon, Dr. James Andrews spoke with ESPN and painted a realistic picture of what to expect from Noel’s recovery.

“Whoever gets him has to go slowly with him,” Andrews said. “It’s going to take him a while to get back to the level he was before he was injured.”

While knee injuries aren’t career threatening as they have been in years passed, it is still a tall order for a basketball player to make a full recovery from a torn ACL. Look no further than Derek Rose.

Despite the severity of the rehab process, Andrews is happy with Noel’s progress.

“We’re really happy with his progress,” Andrews told ESPN. “He’s several weeks ahead of schedule on his rehab. He’s improving on a weekly basis. He has a completely stable knee. The bone plugs are completely healed into the bone. His muscle and weight is returning. He has had no setbacks at all.”

Noel’s trainer, Kevin Wilk, echoed Andrews’ excitement in how far Noel has come.

“He’s well ahead of schedule,” he said. “He’s now out on the court for about an hour doing free shooting. He’s running in the pool. I don’t know too many guys who could do that at this stage.”

It has been speculated that Noel would not be able to return to full game action until next December which would be ten months since the top prospect tore his knee. Despite the injury Noel is still the consensus choice among mock drafts for the Cavs at the number one.

[Related: Cavalier NBA Draft Film Room: Nerlens Noel]

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While We’re Waiting…Chris Perez’s stock, young Tribe shortstops, and a potential second generation Buckeye

June 8, 2013 by 1 Comment

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“Many Indians fans had already grown weary of Perez before these developments, in particular for his critical comments last season toward both Cleveland fans and team ownership. Perez was also the target of numerous mean-spirited posts on his Twitter page during his recent pitching struggles, which prompted him to deactivate his account. What support he had among fans is dwindling, and that of team ownership and management is likely not far behind.

Two months ago, had the Indians attempted to move Chris Perez, they would certainly have received offers and could have addressed holes in the roster, such as the need for more quality starting pitching and better left-handed relief pitching.

Today, trade offers would be few and far between, given the state of his shoulder and his contract, and releasing him would be a rash decision, leaving the Indians with nothing to show for their investment. For the time being, the club really has no choice but to stand behind its troubled pitcher and hope that he can weather the crash he is experiencing.
We’ll find out soon just how far Chris Perez’s stock can fall.” [Frame/Yahoo]

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Loving the NBA draft lottery

May 22, 2013 by 24 Comments

Gilbert and Cavs win lottery

Ever since Nick Gilbert sat on stage two years ago in Seacaucas, NJ, rocked a swagged out bow tie/glasses combo that would make Urkel proud, and brought home the much needed first pick in the draft the NBA lottery has had new meaning in Cleveland.

Before the ping pong balls fell Cleveland’s way in 2011 it was a lowly time to be a Cavalier fan. The team had just finished a historically bad season and now we had to sit back and watch the one we made king try to win a title for that all white wearing, Backstreet Boy looking fan base in Miami.

Desperate times called for desperate measures and Dan Gilbert delivered. Along with his son Nick, Gilbert flew to the lottery with an entourage that was best described by the Machine Gun Kelly lyric “so Clevleand it’s a god damn shame”. Gilbert flew with the ultimate cleveland hero, Bernie Kosar, who represents all of us Clevelanders longing for the glory days even if we were never alive to see them. He flew with Josh Cribbs, whose loyalty and rare talents allowed us Clevelanders to anoint a kick returner the new king. And to complete Gilbert’s entourage was Browns’ cornerback Joe Haden who exemplified Cleveland’s need for a new star to cling to after the losing the sun a year earlier. [Read more...]

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While We’re Waiting…Browns rookie camp, Fixing Ubaldo, and Hurricane Reynolds

May 12, 2013 by 3 Comments

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Dawgs by Nature breaks down day 2 of Browns rookie mini camp.

“More Miraculous Mingo: Other than the fact that he looks like he could add some weight, the early reviews for Barkevious Mingo continued to be positive on Day 2. Some of the media reviews included, “he flew through the drills, showing impressive change of direction” and “he is very quick and fly’s throughout whatever obstacle he is working against.” [Pokorny/Dawgs by Nature] [Read more...]

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MLB News: Indians will call up Bauer to start Game 2 of Monday’s doubleheader

May 11, 2013 by 4 Comments

According to Jordan Bastian of MLB.com Terry Francona has confirmed Trevor Bauer will be making his return to the big leagues on Monday. Bauer is set to start the second half of Monday’s doubleheader against the Yankees.

This will be the third time Bauer has been called up already this year, and once again it appears to be a quick trip for a spot start. In his last outing against Philladelphia, Bauer went five scoreless innings, walked six, and only gave up one hit. Only 98 times in MLB history has a pitcher had such a stat line, the last Indian being Justin Masterson back in 2010.

While Bauer’s six walks against Philly didn’t get him in too much trouble, his seven walks in his first start against Tampa Bay did. Bauer gave up three runs to the Rays in five innings, and became only the 51st pitcher in MLB history to start a season walking at least six batters in each of his first two starts.

Despite showing command issues, Bauer has also showcased his exceptional talents. While he hasn’t clicked on all cylinders for a whole start, the rookie has made big pitches in big spots.

“When he got into some traffic out there, he made unbelievable pitches. He attacked hitters when he had to with really good stuff,” said Francona following his start against Philly.

Bauer will get another opportunity on Monday to show why he’s regarded as such an exciting prospect for the Tribe, but then will most likely head back down to Columbus on Tuesday. The Indians will continue to be cautious with Bauer, holding him to a pitch count and restraining from throwing the 22 year old into the big league rotation just yet.

[Related: How good of a starting prospect is Danny Salazar?]

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Browns sign undrafted FA RB Robbie Rouse

May 11, 2013 by 5 Comments

The Cleveland Browns today added their second undrafted free agent running back to camp by signing Robbie Rouse out of Fresno State. Rouse becomes the 19th undrafted free agent signed by the Browns.

“The Cleveland Browns today signed running back Robbie Rouse as an undrafted free agent, the club announced.

A four-year letterman at Fresno State University (2009-12), Rouse started 26 of the 50 games in which he appeared. He finished as Fresno State’s all-time career rushing leader with 4,647 yards, while adding 37 rushing touchdowns, 110 receptions and 794 receiving yards. He rushed for more than 1,000 yards in each of his final three seasons and totaled 21 career 100-yard rushing performances. Born February 5, 1991, the 5-6, 190-pound Rouse is a native of San Diego, California, where he attended Madison High School.”

The Browns depth chart at runningback is a full one with Trent Richardson, Montario Hardesty, the newly acquired Dion Lewis, and Chris Ogbonnaya all on the roster.

The team conducted it’s second day of rookie mini camp on Saturday, with the final day of the three day camp concluding on Sunday.

[Related: New receivers Bess and Nelson add experience, reliability to the slot]

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New receivers Bess and Nelson bring experience, reliability to the slot

May 11, 2013 by 6 Comments

Davone-BessThe Browns have not had a productive offense since 2007. And if you’re like me, over the last five years you’ve probably watched the likes of New England, Green Bay, and New Orleans and wondered how it was possible that Brady, Rodgers, and Brees were playing the same sport that us Cleveland fans watched every Sunday.

In 2011 Drew Brees threw for 46 touchdowns while the entire Browns offense scored just 20. Yikes.

2012 was a little better. Last year Brees threw just five more TD’s (43) than the Browns offense scored (38). Signs of improvement for sure, but still a long way to go.

This offseason Banner and Lombardi put their emphasis on arming new Browns’ defensive coordinator Ray Horton with as many weapons as possible, but the offensive personnel remains largely unchanged. With Ben Watson being the only key departure leaving via free agency the hope was the Browns would land a new starting tight end, one that could be a reliable safety net for the inexperienced Brandon Weeden. But the Browns didn’t land Jared Cook, Dennis Pitta, or Brandon Myers, leaving the raw and inexperienced Jordan Cameron as the starter by default.

On 3rd and 6 are Browns fans are supposed to feel secure that Brandon Weeden has Jordan Cameron working the middle of the field to secure a first down? I don’t think so.

Enter wide receivers Davone Bess and David Nelson. [Read more...]

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Tribe win streak snapped: Tigers 10 Indians 4

May 11, 2013 by 1 Comment

Corey KluberHaving won 10 of 11 and fresh off a four game sweep of Oakland, the Tribe headed north to the Motor City looking to stay hot for a weekend series against the AL Central leading Tigers. The Tigers however wanted no part of succumbing to the Indians’ winning ways and thumped the Tribe 10-4 with Max Scherzer getting the win and Corey Kluber picking up the loss.

The Indians jumped out to an early lead in the top of the 1st with a two out double from Nick Swisher, scoring Jason Kipnis who also doubled earlier in the inning. The lead didn’t last long as the Tigers tagged Indians’ starter Corey Kluber for three runs in the bottom half of the second.

Prince Fielder extended Detroit’s leadto 4-1  in the forth with a monster solo shot off the brick wall passed the stands in right center. ESPN Stats Inc. measured the homer at an astounding 460 feet.

The Tribe answered back thanks to Swisher’s one out triple in the top of the fourth and Santana’s ground out that scored him. Swisher would finish the day with 3 hits, a home run shy of the cycle.

In the bottom half of the inning with Detroit leading 4-2, last year’s Triple Crown winner Miguel Cabrera clubbed a deep three run homer extending the Tigers lead to five. The lead would move to six as Alex Avila singled in Johnny Peralta in the fifth, giving the Tigers runs in four straight innings.

Reynolds and Brantley would each knock in runs for Cleveland in the 7th, but the Indians two runs were matched by the Tigers who chipped in a run in both the 7th and 8th giving Detroit the 10-4 win. [Read more...]

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