Yardbarker: BJ Upton

Did the Rays Bats Get Tired?

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:02:12 -0500

More photos » by Gail Burton - AP Ebony and ivory live together in perfect harmony Side by side on my piano keyboard, oh lord, why dont we? We all know that people are the same where ever we go There is good and bad in everyone, We learn to live, we learn to give Each other what we need to survive together alive. (AP Photo/Gail Burton) Browse more photos » Remember when the Rays had the most runs in e...

VIDEO: BJ Upton Disses Philly In Radio Interview

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:42:55 -0500

Devil Rays superstar B.J. Upton was doing a radio interview recently and wasn’t too shy about what he thinks of Philly fans. Okay, about the worst of it was that he said he was pretty glad the shitty Eagles weren’t coming to town for the Super Bowl, and that Donovan McNabb was a poor man’s [...]

Joe Buck arrested outside of B.J. Upton's hotel room holding a boombox over his head blaring Peter Gabriel's "In Your Eyes"

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 19:09:56 -0500

PHILADELPHIA, PA — When the Tampa Bay Rays decided to spend Wednesday night in Philadelphia, they knew they were taking a calculated risk. With their young team of burgeoning millionaires, reeling from a heartbreaking defeat in a city awash in celebration, there was a real chance that one or more of the Rays would end [...]

B.J. Upton steals three bases and Joe Buck's heart

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:41:45 -0500

PHILADELPHIA, PA — With three swift stolen bases in the sixth and eighth innings, B.J. Upton stole the Tampa Bay Rays back into Saturday night’s World Series game, and, more importantly, stole the heart of Fox baseball announcer Joe Buck. “It’s been the legs of B.J. Upton that have gotten the Rays back into this game,” [...]

Well, it's The Rays vs. The Phillies. Try To Care? Please?

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 23:34:53 -0500

Think you can muster up some enthusiasm for this one? These teams may have the story, but do they have the pull to make this a series worth watching?

What BJ Upton Means (To Scoop Jackson)

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 13:20:40 -0500

There's an essay on ESPN.com today by Scoop Jackson about Rays Centerfielder BJ Upton, about how he's the new face of "urban" baseball. As an African-American woman who is concerned about the decrease in numbers of African-American players in MLB, I understand excactly what Scoop Jackson is talking about in this essay. But, I'm not sure if BJ Upton is The Chosen One...

An Impressive Display Of Pluckiness

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 23:52:13 -0500

They're very plucky, those pesky Red Sox. But pluckiness ain't gonna cut it this year. So we get an extra home playoff date, create a little more revenue, the easier to keep beating your asses for years to come. Red Sox fans, Phillies fans, get your hopes up if you must. I've known [...]

ALCS; A Victory For The Civil Rights Movement

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 21:47:17 -0500

In 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous "I have a dream" speech from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. Twenty-five years later, the Tampa Bay Rays appear to be on the verge of defeating the Boston Red Sox in the ALCS. The BoSox are historically a very white team (they were the last team to integrate) and currently have just six minorities on their roster, and just one in their starting lineup. The Rays meanwhile, have eleven minorities, and start six ...

A small question for people who watch baseball

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 05:26:39 -0500

If you don't have skin in the game -- which is to say, at least serious money, but more likely a longtime love for the Red Sox, Rays, Dodger or Phillies laundry -- just how are you supposed to actually watch playoff baseball? I'll let you into an inside glimpse of the miraculous life of the off-time sports blogger here, folks... it doesn't always work in real time, or in an efficient way. Sometimes, I get wiped out while writing and pass out. Which is what happened on Saturday nig...

B.J. Upton benched for remainder of playoffs for lack of hustle during post-game celebration

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:13:15 -0500

TAMPA BAY, FL — A distraught Joe Maddon told reporters that B.J. Upton had left him “no choice,” and that the Rays star centerfielder would be benched for the remainder of the playoffs following his performance in Game 4 against the White Sox. Upton, who homered twice in the game, has clashed repeatedly with Maddon over [...]

B.J. Upton has a mohawk

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:37:35 -0500

B.J. Upton hasn't played in a game since September 8th becasue his quad injury still hasn't fully healed, but that doesn't stop him from getting on TV. In the beginning of Saturday night's game ? Bossman Junior, who occasionally models in addition to playing a mean centerfield ? was focused on showing off his [...]

BJ Upton wets himself due to lack of hustle

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:34:57 -0500

TAMPA BAY, FL — Tampa Bay Rays second baseman had an embarrassing moment Monday when he micterated in his pants in the middle of the fourth inning. Upton, who has been benched twice this month for lack of hustle, was simply sitting in the clubhouse before the game when he felt the need to urinate. “Normally, I [...]

Create The Caption #264

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:21:18 -0500

(Usually) Everyday I'll throw out a photo from the AP or one of the bigger sites and you provide the caption. Hilarity ensues. I'm also adding a handful of links at the bottom of the page that you should check out each day.

Last Thursday's Winners....

"The Aristocrats!"- Anon

"Joe Paterno, during a break in practice, shows his players how to properly hold up their hands when the police tell them to."- Carson Street Kid

"You kids today with your loud music and your Dan Fogelberg, your Zima, hula hoops and Pac-Man video games!"- Couga-Palooza (Had to add more to finish of the quote, but another nice Baseketball reference)

"Joe Paterno throws up his hands in disgust when he hears Wayne Brady (behind # 11), who has infiltrated practice, break into song."- Stalking Erin Andrews
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Are you funny enough to create a caption for this photo of Florida Basketball Coach Billy Donovan getting some pointers from Bill Belichick?

Daily Links:

Michael Kay Is An Idiot (You Tube)
Will Ferrell On Sumo Wrestling (The Zone Blitz)
An Interview With Steve Braband Of Live Sports Center Commercial Fame (Mondesi's House)
A Campaign To Stop The Booing Of The Phillies (HHR)
A Look Into The MSM Olympic Blogs (We Rite Goode)
The PRS Champ Heads To The International Competition (Red Sox Monster)
Introducing The SEC Football Twins (SEC FB)
BJ Upton Needs A Pep Talk (Cake Rocks The Party)
Braves Fans Are Not Having A Fun Year (5 On Five)
How To Improve The MLB Draft (Baseball Musings)
Jim Caple = Fail (Going Five Hole)

Hey B.J.?

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:33:59 -0500

In this day and age, B.J. Upton needs to straighten up and fly right, mister.

Worst NLCS Ever; Brian Hall Hates Arizona Fans

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 07:01:30 -0500

Even with $9 tickets, Arizona only managed a near-sellout. I don't know if that's a testament to Arizona having a terrible fan base, or if those who stayed away should be commended for avoiding what is sure to be the Worst NLCS Ever. Why would anyone want the Diamondbacks or the Rockies to go to the World Series? Arizona fans have no idea what they're even cheering for.