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While We’re Waiting… A Tale of Two Cities, Matt LaPorta’s Future, Will Barton, Rivalry BBQ

June 15, 2012 by 7 Comments

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Literature and summer baseball. What could be bad? “To that end, I’ve been reading Dickens. A Tale of Two Cities, to be specific. It’s a gorgeous novel about love, both unrequited and not, about sacrifice and atonement. The plot of the book revolves around the French Revolution of 1848. It is not a baseball novel. Now you may ask what A Tale of Two Cities has to do with the Indians 12-5 loss to Cincinnati. As it turns out, there are a number of surprising parallels.” [Susan Petrone/It's Pronounced "Lajaway"]

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While We’re Waiting… Cavs Draft Options, Michigan Rivalry, Indians Stealing Bases

June 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment

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Our ol’ Brendan Bowers shares his thoughts on the Cavaliers getting his favorite prospect: “As our show ended, and we made our way over to the Q for Chris Grant’s media availability, I allowed my personal dreams of MKG rocking a Cavs uniform for the next ten years to die a slow and painful death. More painful than any dance move could ever inflict. No way he’s there at four, I thought, he’™s the second best player in this Draft. Then all of the sudden I realized who it was picking second, it was the closest thing I’ve ever had to an epiphany. The same guy who drafted Kwame Brown first overall; things began to feel markedly better. As great a player Bobcats owner Michael Jordan was, he’s equally bad as an NBA executive. Anything and everything is back in play at pick number two I decided.” [Brendan Bowers/Cleveland.com] [Read more...]

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While We’re Waiting… Kardiac Kyrie, Signing Day is Here and LaPorta’s Swing

February 1, 2012 by 2 Comments

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Great breakdown of Kyrie’s game- “Many NBA guards never figure out how to convert shots in the lane at a high rate; Irving, who is listed generously at 6-foot-3, seems to have a knack for getting to the basket and scoring there. According to Hoopdata.com, Irving shoots 63 percent at the rim. This puts him in similar territory with Derrick Rose (62.9 percent), Tony Parker (62.4 percent), and John Wall (58.6 percent). In fact, Irving scores 1.292 points per possession near the rim, which puts him in the top 20 percent of all NBA players, according to Synergy Sports.” [Pruiti/Grantland] [Read more...]

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Buckeye 12-Pack: The Michigan Game

November 28, 2011 by 6 Comments

Each week after re-watching the Ohio State game I bring you my take-aways from the game in a little something I call the Buckeye 12-Pack…

This week I will be doing a season-ending 12 pack, rather than just focusing on the Michigan game.

No. 1- Let’s start by giving some credit where it is due. The offensive gameplan against the Wolverines was great. The Buckeyes went against trends and were very aggressive in the passing game. Braxton Miller attempted 25 passes, completing 14. Both were season highs for the freshman. The volume of throws was a bit unexpected, but perhaps more so were the attempts themselves. Miller didn’t hesitate to stretch the field and swing for the fences a bit.

If Jim Bollman knew this was his last game as Ohio State’s offensive coordinator, he went down swinging. You have to credit him for that. Now, the question many will want to ask is where has this aggressiveness been all season? Fair question, however there are a lot of circumstances playing into OSU’s conservative (if not non-existent) passing game. Having Posey and Corey Brown in the line-up at the same time sure helped. [Read more...]

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While We’re Waiting…Browns Place in AFC North, More on Sizemore, Ohio State vs. Michigan Thoughts

November 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment

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‘A Sense of Where You Are’ – AFC North edition: “For the Browns’ power trust, maybe the timing couldn’t be better. Since the Browns have loaded up against NFC West and AFC South talent this season, it’s hard to get a feel for which areas of the roster need addressed in the offseason. Three weeks from now, GM Tom Heckert may realize that both cornerback and safety again need addressed in 2012 – especially if the Browns’ secondary gets ripped apart.

Finally, beleaguered rookie head coach Pat Shurmur could buy himself some precious breathing room from the Browns’ rabid fan base. Considering the record of Shurmur’s predecessors against the AFC North, stealing a win from the Ravens or Steelers could do wonders for the first-time head coach’s image.

Not to mention giving us all a better understanding of these Browns.” [Dave Kolonich/OBR]

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College Hoops Open Thread: OSU vs. Michigan, MAC Title Game

March 12, 2011 by 2 Comments

It’s the time of year when college basketball takes over all our lives.  That’s the case today as No. 1 ranked Ohio State takes on rival Michigan.  The Wolverines are playing well and have sewn up a bid to the dance this past week.  It will be a raucous and heated atmosphere in Indy as they tip off at 1:40.  The second particularly notable contest for NE Ohioans is the MAC championship game at the Q.  Kent State has had a tremendous season and will face rival Akron for an automatic berth.  This has become a classic rivalry game in this tournament at the Q and draws a great crowd as well.  Tip is scheduled for  6 PM tonight and the game will be televised on ESPN2.  We’re one day away from the bracket being set so leave your thoughts here as this afternoon of hoops plays out.

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Buckeye Hoops Report: OSU Escapes Upset Scares as Schedule Toughens

February 4, 2011 by 2 Comments

Ohio State is 23-0 and off to its best start in the Big Ten in 50 years.  They continue on their course to the NCAA tournament and first weekend protected seed at Quicken Loans Arena.  They enter the toughest portion of their schedule this weekend with a top ranked target on their back.

Ohio State avoided an upset bid by a game Michigan team last night in front of what was the second sellout of the season at Value City Arena.  They trailed the Wolverines for much of the first thirty minutes before building an 8 point with about ten minutes to play.  They never relinquished the lead and went onto a 9 point victory to remain undefeated.  They now enter a brutal stretch of the schedule where they will play all 5 teams at the top of the conference consecutively over the next two weeks.

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Ohio State Holds On Against Michigan; Positioned for No. 1 with Duke Loss

January 13, 2011 by 4 Comments

While the Cavaliers struggled to avoid being doubled up this week, the second-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes improved to 17-0 last night with a 68-64 win over Michigan at Crisler Arena.

The current undefeated record represents the Buckeyes’ best start since the 1990-91 season.  As has been the case in football this century, Ohio State has dominated the Wolverines on the hardwood, with last night being their 12th win in the last 14 games against UM.

Michigan has an above average team this year at 11-6 with a few quality wins and no terrible losses from a very hard schedule.  The Wolverines, playing the No. 2 team in the nation just a few days after falling in OT to the No. 3 team in the country, showed some impressive fight from the under eight timeout to the final buzzer and gave their fans something to cheer about down the stretch.

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While We’re Waiting… Embarrassed Yet?, Ward a Keeper and Son of Nance

January 13, 2011 by 8 Comments

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Jamison, Mo Williams get embarrassed. Well, good. That is the proper reaction if you ask me- “For Jamison, specifically, it’s an interesting situation because he came to Cleveland last season seeking a championship after escaping an atrocious situation in Washington. Now, less than a year later, he’s back in the doldrums of losing and arguably in worse shape than when he left D.C. This isn’t what he was expecting. On the other hand, it’s tough to feel too bad for a group of people who get to play a children’s game for millions of dollars. In the grand scheme of things, Jamison’s plight is much better than that of the many unemployed Clevelanders who watch him play on TV. It’s hard to feel too sorry for Jamison when he goes to sleep on a pile of money with many beautiful women.” [Freeman/Ball Don't Lie] [Read more...]

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While We’re Waiting…Who Wants Antawn, Sleeveless in Buffalo, OSU Decade of Dominance

December 12, 2010 by 6 Comments

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What could the Cavs get for ‘Tawn?  ”Most good teams don’t have $10 million worth of talent they’re willing to give up. And if they do, they’re the type of players the Cavs have little to no interest in acquiring. A Jamison deal would then require a third (or fourth) team to make the math work, with the likeliest candidates being sad-sack teams with a lot of cap room and a willingness to rent it out if they can grab a draft pick and/or cash in the process. There’s also a chance that Cleveland, which has about $5.5 million in cap room, could work its way into a supporting role in a Carmelo Anthony trade, in which case almost anything is possible.  So we came up with a list of potential suitors for Jamison, just for the heck of it. Unfortunately for the Cavs, most contenders/playoff teams have little need for a player in Jamison’s mold.” [Zach Lowe/Sports Illustrated]

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Buckeye Senior Class a Winning Group

December 2, 2010 by 3 Comments

This year’s edition of The Game was memorable for several reasons. First, the Thanksgiving setting made for a different experience. Not saying that it was good or bad, just different. It did seem like Michigan week was short-changed this year a bit because of it. I’m sure the students on campus felt the same way.

It was unique for me because the 36 leading up to kick-off were pretty miserable. I spent the time running between the bathroom and bed, having caught a severe flu.

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While We’re Waiting… Cavs/Heat Tickets, New Mascots and the Browns Schedule

November 28, 2010 by 1 Comment

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Did I mention we can get you there for free? “They joked that when LeBron James returned, they’d make him play in an empty arena. In reality, former fans of the star who left them for Miami have paid top dollar to witness his return to Cleveland next week.

It actually might be the most expensive regular season ticket in Cavaliers history. Fans are paying an average of $234 per seat on the secondary market for the Dec. 2 game, according to StubHub. That’s the highest average price for a non-playoff game for as far back as StubHub’s data goes” [Darren Rovell] [Read more...]

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While We’re Waiting… T.J. Ward, The Letter M, Tony Grossi and More

November 24, 2010 by 10 Comments

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National Football Post talks to T.J. Ward about a variety of topics including some missed interceptions.  But, um, when did the Browns play the Colts? – “I got my hand on a couple of balls earlier this season where I just wasn’t able to bring them in. I had one against Baltimore that I dropped. We played New Orleans and I tipped one and it went off my fingertips. I had another one against the Colts where it kind of got knocked out of my hands. Sometimes, you get balls tipped. You’ve got to be at the right place at the right time.” [National Football Post / Yahoo] [Read more...]

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Buckeye 12 Pack- Off Week Edition

November 10, 2010 by 2 Comments

An off week for the Buckeyes could have meant an off week for the 12 Pack, but NO! We will not take the week off. What follows are my 12 keys to the season.

No. 1- Mid-season offensive MVP: Terrelle Pryor. I’ve been tough on Pryor. Actually, I’ve been tough on those who wanted to anoint him the Heisman favorite at the beginning of the season. To be fair, I was also tough on national writers who use faulty logic to tear him down. The truth is that Pryor has made significant progress this season. He has completed 67% of his passes, and isn’t making big mistakes with the ball. His deep passes aren’t wounded ducks, and he is hitting the medium range out-routes well. He only runs with the ball when he has to, and is averaging more yards per carry this season.

No. 2- Mid-season defensive MVP: Chimdi Chekwa. With all the injury trouble in the secondary, Chekwa has been the rock. He takes away the opposing team’s biggest threat every week. He’s also a corner that isn’t afraid to stick his nose in and help stop the running game. [Read more...]

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While We’re Waiting… Harrison’s Target, Fausto’s Resurgence, Wolverine Hoops

September 17, 2010 by 4 Comments

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Welcoming the challenges: “Coach Todd Haley said in the conference call with the Cleveland media on Wednesday that the Kansas City Chiefs’ scout team will “definitely have a guy wearing a number 35 jersey this week.” That happens when you rush for 286 yards against a team in the previous season, as Jerome Harrison did.

“That’s a real compliment,” Harrison said. Harrison was asked if he thought he would be a marked man this week.

“Hopefully, I’m a (marked man) every Sunday.” [Fred Greetham/The OBR]

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A couch, HD TV, and endless hours of college football

September 4, 2010 by 9 Comments

I couldn’t be happier.  The rain outside around Cleveland’s a nice touch too.  This morning I was entertaining the possibility of cutting the grass today, but since then mother nature’s dictated I shelf that.  No problem.  There’s not too many things I enjoy doing more than watching College Football all day and all night long on Saturdays.  I suppose I’m a degenerate in that regard.

With the Buckeyes now looking towards week two – and The U - after thumping Marshall on Thursday, the games I will be keeping an eye on and why - through effective use of the remote control - are noted below.  

3:30 Games:

UConn at Michigan (ABC):  Let’s go Huskies, huh?  Rich Rod has managed to get himself on the hot seat in week one this season, and that’s impressive.  If he loses, his seat will be scorching, and it will be hilarious to watch the reaction from Wolverine Nation.  Part of me wants to watch the train-wreck that will ensue as a result of a UConn win here.  The other part wants Ole Rich to coach up north for the next decade.  But even that part can’t entice me to root for Michigan in any capacity.  So I won’t root, just watch.  And UConn can absolutely win this game. [Read more...]

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Ohio State vs Michigan: A Lesson in Greed and Foolishness

August 25, 2010 by 25 Comments

How do you feel about tradition? Some feel tradition is a tool of the intellectually lazy. They would argue that there should be no such thing as tradition, that instead there should just be what is and what is not. If upon close rational examination, a new path or idea is deemed to be the preferred way, then that is the path that should be followed.

Still others would argue that tradition is necessary and vital to culture because it upholds certain ideals and allows them to maintain from generation to generation. In other words, without tradition, the links to our past would be gone and it would be hard for anything to organically hold any extra value or level of importance to us.

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While We’re Waiting… Mack’s Progress, Letters to Akron and Browns Fans Redux

August 5, 2010 by 8 Comments

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“Second-year center Alex Mack is ready to build on his rookie season where he started all 16 games. After being drafted by the Browns in the first-round, the rookie from California continually progressed as the season wore on.

“The biggest thing is a different starting point,” Mack said. “Last year, I was right out of college.”

He said there is no substitution for experience.

“The biggest thing was playing in all of those games, so I have a lot more reps in games and in practices,” he said. “So, I’m a lot further along. Toward the end of last year I was a lot more comfortable.”

Eric Mangini was on Mack a lot early in his rookie year and Mack was often seen running a lot of laps for mistakes he made.  That hasn’t been the case this year.” [Fred Greetham/The OBR]

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These Are My Confessions: DP

June 2, 2010 by 18 Comments

Replicated from the efforts of Eleven Warriors and EDSBS, WFNY continues to bring you our confessions.  Rick started us off.  Denny went multimedia.  Scott put some baseball cards in the spokes. And I copied him a little. So, now, here are mine…

1. I was a Cubs fan first and an Indians fan second up until about age 16. My first experiences with cable TV were in the summers before I was old enough to have a summer job, and every afternoon the Chicago Cubs were always on WGN. Couple that in with my odd decision to make 1B Mark Grace my favorite player growing up (which stems from the 1989 NLCS, actually), and I was hooked. I still have about 50 Mark Grace baseball cards in a binder at home, and not far behind him are the Ryne Sandberg and Andre Dawson cards. Since I was 11 or 12 when I really, really started watching baseball, and it was during the day when I was home, the Cubs were a natural team for me, and remain my NL team to this day.

2. I rooted for Ohio State up until about 4th or 5th grade, and then pulled an Anakin Skywalker and switched allegiances to Michigan. Most of you know I root for Michigan (and have plenty of fun at my expense because of it), but many of you may not know that I was once like you. I went to Chris Spielman’s first collegiate game against West Virginia with my parents; my folks actually have a picture of me and my brother as lads wearing matching OSU jersey t-shirts. And they have no qualms about trotting those out as needed. I’ve touched on why I switched in the past here, but I really did it just to tick my folks off initially. It was the 1990 team with Elvis Grbac and Desmond Howard that hooked me. I’ve never looked back. [Read more...]

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While We’re Waiting… The Villain’s Heroics, Tight Ends and LeBron’s Blocks

March 13, 2010 by 10 Comments

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Well that was dramatic. Enjoy the video folks: “Any more questions about who should be the Player of the Year? I didn’t think so.” [Chris/Eleven Warriors]


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