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Sixers vs. Nuggets: Jordan Likely to Secure 10th Loss in a Row in Iverson’s Debut
21 hours ago by
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Let's face it - the Sixers suck and are not winning this game. They'll be lucky to get out of it without losing by 20. The Knicks now have more wins than the Sixers, and we are nearing 100% draft talk territory.
That is, once the Iverson hype and excitement falls off and...
2010 Winter Meetings, Live Updates
1 day ago by
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It's Winter Meetings week! Even though the Phillies have already made several moves, there is certain to be a lot of scuttlebutt about what else they might do. I'm going to update this post all week as I find tidbits from around the web. In addition to Phils banter, I'll...
Nova Uses 3-Pointers, Offensive Glass to Beat Maryland
1 day ago by
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Villanova passed another early season test, beating Maryland 95-86 in Washington, D.C.
Nova was in control from the start and fought back a rally from a tough Maryland squad. They were very active on D, but not always effective, allowing 86 points, 18 more than their previous high...
Eagles Thrash Short-Handed Falcons
1 day ago by
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Going into this game, Atlanta had 5 offensive starters out and the 27th ranked pass-defense, so it's little surprise that the Eagles dominated. At 8-4, we now stand tied with the Cowboys atop the NFC East, and all 4 of our final games are going to be huge.
Let's get right...
Sixers vs. Charlotte: Jordan Going for 9 Straight
2 days ago by
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I adjusted the themed title just a bit. While I think the Sixers players have contributed greatly to their losing ways, the coach has been worse.
The way Jordan has managed this team is laughable to say the least. His rotations and line-ups have put the team in a constant disadvantaged...
Ed Stefanski, How Much Worse Does it Have to Get …
3 days ago by
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...before you fire Eddie Jordan?
Serious question.
I want to know what the criteria is for firing a coach. Where is the breaking point?
8 losses in a row? Check. 9? Might be checking this tomorrow. 10? 15? (not if A.I. has anything to say about it)
28th ranked defense that is getting...
Phillies Rumors: Brandon Lyon Next on Ruben’s List?
3 days ago by
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Jayson Stark is reporting that Ruben Amaro's main focus now that 3B is ironed out is on relief pitching, particularly Brandon Lyon.
Lyon, 30, was tremendous for the Tigers last year (2.86 ERA, 1.11 WHIP in 78.2 IP) and has closing experience (54 career saves) in case Brad Lidge...
Phillies Top 20 Individual Seasons,#13: Lefty O’Doul, 1929
3 days ago by
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Stats and Ranks
Some Interesting Stats and Facts
.398 average, .465 OBP and 254 hits are the highest for a Phillies' hitter since 1900
His 254 hits are the 3rd most all-time (Ichiro, 2004 and Sisler, 1920)
Only player in MLB history with a .450 OBP, 250 hits and 150 runs...
Sixers Rumors: Brand No Longer Needed?
4 days ago by
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Found these tidbits this morning figured I toss it out there...
Sixers GM Ed Stefanski is desperate to unload forward Elton Brand(notes) and the $66 million owed over the remaining four years of his crippling contract, sources say, but that will be incredibly difficult. Even with several...
Welcome Back A.I.
4 days ago by
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The little fella is back!
Related posts:Mo Cheeks Fired!76ers Rumors: Theo Ratliff Coming Back to Philly?Sixers vs. Dallas Game Thread
What Are the Phillies Getting In Polanco?
4 days ago by
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It’s not quite the return of Iverson, but the Phillies have signed Placido Polanco to a 3-year deal, pending a physical, to come back to Philly and play 3B and hit 2nd for the 2-time defending NL champs. The deal is reportedly worth $18 million.
As I wrote yesterday, Polanco...
What Are the Phillies Getting In Polanco?
4 days ago by
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It's not quite the return of Iverson, but the Phillies have signed Placido Polanco to a 3-year deal, pending a physical, to come back to Philly and play 3B and hit 2nd for the 2-time defending NL champs. The deal is reportedly worth $18 million.
As I wrote yesterday, Polanco is...
Nova Lands 4-Star PF Jayvaughn Pinkston
5 days ago by
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I'm going to start posting on any big recruiting news for the Wildcats, and Jay Wright helped me out by landing Jayvaughn Pinkston, a highly ranked 2010 PF from Brooklyn, NY.
This is a significant signing for many reasons.
First, it is the 3rd highly ranked big man Jay has...
Phillies Rumors: Phils Closing In On Polanco?
5 days ago by
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Phillies.com is reporting that after the Tigers declined to offer arbitration to Placido Polanco, the Phillies have seriously stepped up their efforts to sign him.
I would be happy with the move, but I can't say I would be thrilled unless it was for very cheap and allowed us...
Sixers vs. Thunder: Going for 8 in a Row
5 days ago by
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Yup same title. Not getting clever. Not wasting brain power. And not changing until they win a damn game.
I said the Sixers would come into this game at 5-13 and they didn't disappoint. This is easily the weakest opponent they've faced since the Wizards game. And the Sixers...
Iverson Is a 76er Again: Let the Madness Begin
6 days ago by
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It's official, Iverson accepted the Sixers cheap deal:
Allen Iverson informed the Philadelphia 76ers Wednesday morning that he will accept their one-year, non-guaranteed offer. The contract is for a pro-rated veteran's minimum of $1.3 million. ~ ESPN
And just in case you care...
Phillies Rumors: Phils Interested In Smoltz?
6 days ago by
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A couple of interesting Phillies tidbits today from Ruben Amaro, the Winter Meeting start on Monday, so we might actually start hearing some bigger stuff next week... David Murphy of the Daily News said that while Ruben Amaro did not directly say they were interested in Smoltz, he...
Phillies’ All-Time Tourney: 1950 vs. 1915
6 days ago by
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All-Time Tourney Rules and Explanation
The first series of this tournament had the 1980 squad taking down the 1976 team. This series pits 2 teams from very different eras. The 1915 Phillies led by Pete (Grover Cleveland) Alexander, who won the team's first pennant and the 1950...
Phillies Rumors: Brian Schneider To Sign As Back-Up Catcher
6 days ago by
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Brian Schneider has signed with the Phillies to replace Paul Bako as the back-up to Carlos Ruiz. Schneider, 33, signed a 2-year deal worth $2.75 million.
Schneider represents an upgrade offensively over Paul Bako, and is, from what I've read, similar defensively. Ruben Amaro...
Celek Signs 6-Year Year Extension
7 days ago by
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Following in Winston Justice's footsteps, Brent Celek inked a 6-year extension with the Birds today, keeping him with the team through 2016. Terms have not yet been disclosed, but you can bet that it is one of those cap-friendly deals that the Birds love to sign their young guys...
7 in a Row – How Are You Feeling?
7 days ago by
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Okay we are up to 7 losses and a 5-13 record as expected before this road trip started. Another heart-breaking loss at the hands of a late game winning shot by the Mavs. For contras:
The Sixers won their 6th game in 12 games last season
The were 8-10 at this point in the season...
Sixers vs. Dallas Game Thread
7 days ago by
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If you haven't seen already, the Sixers met with Allen Iverson today in Dallas for about two hours. This kind of bugs me because on two occasions yesterday Eddie Jordan was adamant that nothing regarding Iverson was serious or imminent. That he had no scheduled plans to meet with...
Reports: Mouphtaou Yarou Out For Season
7 days ago by
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It looks as though Villanova's most heralded recruit in some time might not see the court again the rest of the season.
Jeff Goodman of Fox Sports, among others, is reporting that Yarou will have to sit out the year due to some kind of viral infection. The infection is not life...
Eagles Gut Out Win Over Redskins
8 days ago by
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I was at the game today, so I'll have to do any and all analysis from memory, so bear with me.
I was surprised on the ride home to hear everyone on the radio talking about this was a "bad win" and seemed disappointed with how the team played as a whole. While this...
Sixers Still Gotta Play Ball Amidst All the Iverson Talk
8 days ago by
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Enough Iverson chatter for at least two days. It's already been beat to death considering nothing has happened. You have the Iverson lovers who welcome him back. The haters who want no part of him. The happy median who attempt to rationally pick a side.
In all honesty I think...
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