Friday, July 31, 2015

Kendrys Morales Pulled Off An Awesome Slide That Made The Catcher Whiff On The Tag


Kendrys Morales tested Jose Bautista's arm on a hit to right field.  He attempted to score and Joey Bats put the throw right on the money.  Out right?

Not so fast.  Morales put the brakes on his slide and popped up short causing catcher Russell Martin to whiff on the tag, he then stepped on the plate for the run.

Surprisingly umpire Angel Hernandez didn't blow the call.  What a slide by Morales.





MLB Trade Deadline Passes And The Yankees Did Nothing

The Yankees are still 6 games up in the AL East.  But they let the trade deadline come and go without doing anything.  And by not doing anything I mean they somehow managed to get worse.

The only move they make was trading prospects for Dustin Ackley.  Ackley is hitting a robust .215 on the season.  He plays second base as well as several outfield positions.  Don't the Yankees already have soft hitting second basemen and back up outfielders?

WTF kind of move is this?

Meanwhile the Blue Jays added a power bat to an already potent lineup in Troy Tulowitzki and an ace in David Price.  They're ready to pounce.

What the hell Cashman?





Is There Anyone Doubting The Fact That Ronda Rousey Is Going Kill Bethe Correia?


The UFC 190 weigh ins were held today.  Naturally that comes with a staredown photo op.  The Ronda Rousey-Bethe Correia staredown featured Correia barking like a crazy person and Rousey leaving no doubts about her intentions.

I think Rousey might just be motivated to kill Correia.  This one is personal and Correia might have stirred up something we haven't seen from Rousey before.  That spells trouble for Correia.





WTF? Rowdy Roddy Piper Is Dead At The Age Of 61


TMZ is reporting that WWE legend "Rowdy" Roddy Piper has died at the age of 61 from natural causes.  He died in his sleep around noon on Friday.
Piper -- born Roderick George Toombs -- died from cardiac arrest in his sleep at his home in Hollywood at around noon Friday.

Roddy is survived by his wife Kitty and their 4 kids -- including 3 daughters and son Colton who's pursuing a career in professional wrestling.
What a crappy way to kick off the weekend.  Piper was always an entertaining guy inside and outside of the ring.





This Indians Fan Defines Cleveland And The Daily Links


This Indians Fan Videobombing The Post Game Show Says Cleveland Like Nothing Else- Busted Coverage

‘Hard Knocks’ Trailer Will Make You Get Pumped For Football Season- Game Dayr

Texas Rangers Slugger Prince Fielder Deadlifting 505 Pound- Fat Man Writing

The USC Song Girls Dominate the Swim with Mike Charity Event Again in 2015- College Cheerleader Heaven

12 Shocking Images of a Python vs Crocodile Encounter- Regretful Morning

Johnny Manziel Still Getting Love In Cleveland- Terez Owens





Chris Mortensen Falsely Reported The PSI Of The Patriots Footballs Involved In Deflategate

Chris Mortensen falsely reported that 11 of the 12 footballs involved in deflategate were underinflated by 2 pounds.  He received that information from NFL vice president of game operations Mike Kensil.

Mortensen was set to clear the air on a Boston radio station this morning but backed out of the interview.  He did however release a statement addressing both skipping out on the Dennis & Callahan show interview and his thoughts on Tom Brady's suspension, via WEEI:
"You guys made a mistake by drumming up business for the show and how I would address my reporting for the first time,” Mortensen emailed D&C. “I will not allow WEEI [Robert] Kraft or anybody to make me the centerpiece of a story that has been misreported far beyond anything I did in the first 48 hours. Maybe when the lawsuit is settled, in Brady’s favor, I hope, we can revisit. Don’t call.”
Looks more like the NFL went all in with inaccurate information and actively distorted the facts of deflategate.  They've kept that up by alleging Brady destroyed his phone.

Is there any doubt that Brady's suspension is BS and needs to be overturned.





Russell Wilson And The Seahawks Have Reached A Deal


Russell Wilson and the Seahawks finally got a deal done that will keep their Super Bowl winning quarterback in Seattle for at least four more years.  The deal is for 4 years and $87.6 million with upwards of $60 million guaranteed.





Patriots Fan Wants To Let Tom Brady Know He Loves Him And Wants To Marry Him


Yesterday opened up training camp for the Patriots and all of the nut jobs were out in full strength.  Not only did the fans go into a full stampede when the gates opened.  Then there was this guy who wants to tell Tom Brady he loves him and he want to propose to him.

The definition of Masshole in it's purest form.





The Mets Ground Crew Had An Awful Time Putting The Tarp On The Field


The Mets struggles have spread to the grounds crew.  They lost two out of three to the Padres and six out of their last 10.  During one of the rain delays in yesterday's loss the grounds crew struggled to get the field covered by the tarp.

On top of that the Mets announcers didn't stop and kept on announcing the tarp struggles.  Pretty laughable stuff from a laughable organization.

They better get it turned around quickly.  They have  a pretty big series against the Nationals that starts today.





Thursday, July 30, 2015

Brady Caught A Pass With One Hand And Scored A Touchdown Today


Deflategate doesn't seem to be bothering Tom Brady any.  The Patriots quarterback, who is fighting his deflategate suspension in court, made a one handed catch on a trick play and took it in for a touchdown.

That's one way to open up training camp.  A little trick play for the Patriots fans, why not?





Tebow Will Make The Eagles, Play A Lot And The Daily Links


Eagles Teammate Says Tebow Will Make The Eagles And Play A Lot- Game Dayr

Aaron Rodgers Getting Into The Beef Jerky Biz- Terez Owens

Sports Center Talked About Marlins Fart Noises- Bob's Blitz

Spurs Jesus Catches Burglar- Larry Brown Sports

Rickie Fowler Hits Walk-Off Hole-In-One At Quicken Loans National- NESN





J.J. Watt Dropped Bombs At Minute Maid Park


J.J. Watt is a freak of nature.  Not only can he do it all on the football field he can also swing a bat.  He might mess around and get a contract offer from the Astros.

They have a lot of hitters who don't do anything but go deep.  Watt's batting practice session is pretty impressive.





The Marlins Played Fart Noises During The Nationals Batting Practice


Everyone knows the Marlins run a world class organization.  If somehow you didn't know, well they played fart noises during the Nationals pregame batting practice.

That's right.  Fart noises were played during the Nats BP, it's pretty much last place 101.  Keep it classy in Miami.





2015 NFL Predictions from Archer Avenue

Check out more from me, including movie reviews & movie trailers, at Archer Avenue (archeravenue.net).  Also, follow me on Twitter @OlieCoen for sports & movie talk.

The 2015 NFL season is almost upon us, with Free Agency and the Draft complete, Training Camps beginning, and the Regular Season right around the corner.  It’s time for Olie’s Too Early To Tell Season Predictions!  Here’s to another great year!






If The Opening Of Training Camp Is Any Indication Patriots Fans Are Ready For The Season


The Patriots of course are coming off of a Super Bowl victory and one of the silliest scandals to ever hit the NFL (I still can't believe a suspension over deflated footballs has ended up in the court system).  Their fans are just as hungry to watch them as they've ever been.

Training camp opened up this morning with a stampede of fans unable to control themselves.  All to watch practice.

This is what success looks like.





Tim Tebow Does Leg Day Like Only Tim Tebow Can


Tim Tebow works out like a beast.  Will he ever play another regular season snap in the NFL?  Who knows.

What you can't deny is how hard he works.  Tebow looks to be in the best shape of his entire life.





Yadier Molina Threw His Bat At A Pitch Out And Fouled The Ball Off


This is what happens when you pitch out when a hit and run is on.  I don't know if that was the case and Reds fans aren't too happy Yadier Molina, but he did disrupt the pitch out.

I'm not sure I've ever seen a batter throw a bat at a pitch out.  Especially not in the MLB.  There is a first time for everything.





Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Sandy Alderson Says There Is No Trade For Carlos Gomez


According Mets GM, Sandy Alderson, there is no deal and there will not be a deal for Carlos Gomez.  He went on to blame the media and social media for getting ahead of the story and for making Wilmer Flores cry during the game.

Could this night be more of a perfect picture of how things go with the Mets?  I mean it's a deal that actually makes sense, looks like it almost happened and then Alderson acts like there weren't even trade talks and the trade deadline isn't approaching.





Kate Upton Was On Hand In Tampa For Boyfriend Justin Verlander's First Win Of The Season

Justin Verlander went 8 strong innings against the Tampa Bay Rays to pick up his first win of the season. Also on hand was his girlfriend, model Kate Upton.  She was playing it low key with a camo Tigers hat.





Brian Kenny Blames The Irish For Baseball Having Umpires


Brian Kenny rambled on about electronic umpires calling balls and strikes tonight on the MLB Network, again making any show he's on almost unwatchable.

He blamed the need for umpires in the early days on Irishmen.  As he put it, "we needed umpires at the very start mainly as cops and bouncers."  Kenny continued his idiotic thought with this gem, "it was a melee out in the fields of Hoboken, cause the Irishmen would just fight."

Oh really that's the reason we have umpires in baseball...what an ass.





Paul Pierce Can't Throw A Baseball And The Hump Day Links



Paul Pierce Bounced His First Pitch In LA- Bro Bible

Bride Gets Knocked Out With UFC Commentary- Regretful Morning

Ohio State Dummy Prank Scared Cardale Jones- Thunder Treats

Evan Gattis the Most Unlikely Player to Have Seven Triples in a Season- Fat Man Writing

More From The Dallas Cowboys Magazine Swimsuit Issue- Pro Cheerleader Heaven






Bill Belichick Was Gold At Patriots Press Conference


I get hating on the Patriots and Bill Belichick because you're sad and jealous and your team can't beat them.  I really do.

But when Belichick punks the media this hard, how do you not love it?

Boo hoo he didn't answer my important questions.  He deflected and refused to answer the questions.

Yeah...so.  It is pure genius and internet gold.  Get'em Bill.





Panthers Practice Squad Receiver Stephen Hill Charged With Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia

Former second round pick turned practice squad player for the Panthers, Stephen Hill, is making it hard to hang around in the NFL.  Hill hasn't been on the active roster since 2013 and really needs to show improvement in order to return to the a five roster isn't doing himself any favors.

Hill was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia during a traffic stop in the Charlotte area.  The incident couldn't have come at a worse time as the Panthers report for camp on Thursday.




Robert Kraft Did A Press Conference Backing Brady And Slamming The League


New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft apologized to the Patriots fans for accepting the deflategate punishment handed down by the NFL.  Sounds like Kraft expected the deal to help the NFL overturn Tom Brady's suspension.

Now that the suspension has been upheld Kraft is back slamming the league and Roger Goodell.  I wonder if Goodell backed out on a deal with Kraft and decided to uphold the suspension anyway.

If that's the case you have to believe the Goodell-Kraft relationship is dead.





Andre Ethier Got Robbed Of A Hit And Took Out His Frustrations On His Equipment


Andre Ethier smoked a ball that didn't make it over the first baseman.  The nice play robbed Ethier of probably extra bases.

Instead of running out to first base and smacking the first baseman around, Ethier took out his frustrations on his equipment.

He slammed his helmet and then proceeded to smash it with his bat.

That's how the game works sometimes.  You hit the crap out of the ball and someone makes a nice play on it.





Mookie Betts Gave Jose Abreu A Home Run


Mookie Betts made a running catch in right centerfield and his momentum took him over the fence where he dropped the ball.  It looked like a catch to me.

After reviewing it, the umpires gave Jose Abreu a home run.  I guess you have to secure the ball all the way to the ground?

Wait this is baseball not football.

Either way it's an odd play and an odd home run.  I'm sure Abreu will take it.





Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Brady's Agent Calls The Appeals Process A Sham

Don Yee, Tom Brady's Agent, released a statement following the NFL's decision to uphold Brady's suspension.  He accurately calls the appeals process a sham.

There is absolutely no way that a court upholds the suspension.  If they do they would be saying that Greg Hardy and Brady's situations deserve the same punishment.

Adam Schefter posted it on Facebook.

Statement from Tom Brady's agent, Don Yee:"The Commissioner’s decision is deeply disappointing, but not surprising...
Posted by Adam Schefter on Tuesday, July 28, 2015





Pedro Martinez Is A Big Fan Of Sandra Bullock, A Really Big Fan

Hall of famer Pedro Martinez is a big fan of Sandra Bullock.  He's a really big fan.  It was revealed in the book, Feeding the Monster: How Money, Smarts, and Nerve Took a Team to the Top by Seth Mnookin, just how big of a fan he is.

According to the book Pedro once told Sports Illustrated Kids during an interview that Sandra was his favorite actress and that he wanted to "f her."  Not exactly what you'd expect from an interview for kids:





A 10th Grader Shattered A Backboard At The Adidas Uprising Championships And The Daily Links


Check Out This 10th Grader Smashing A Backboard- Bob's Blitz

20 Self-Made Teen Millionaires- Regretful Morning

John Cena Broke His Nose On RAW- Fat Man Writing

NY Post Put A Rod On The Cover As Mr. Clean- Terez Owens

There Is More From The Dallas Cowboys Magazine Swimsuit Issue- Pro Cheerleader Heaven

ESPN Host Claims Tom Brady ‘Smashed’ Cell Phone During Deflategate Investigation- Game Dayr





NFL Upheld Tom Brady's Four Game Suspension


Why won't you go away deflategate?

The NFL decided to uphold Tom Brady's four game suspension for deflategate.  A decision that is likely going to ensure this ends up in court.

There his suspension will likely be overturned.  How could it not be?

Is he really going to serve the same suspension as Greg Hardy?

Come on NFL get your act together.





Mark Teixeira Got Thrown Out At The Plate And Wasn't Happy About It


Mark Teixeira will never be mistaken for a speedster, but this is pretty bad.  During last night's win over the Rangers Tex was thrown out trying to score from second on a soft hit line drive in left center.

Tex was rounding third well before it was picked up and still managed to get thrown out at the plate.  He immediately looked at his third base coach and threw his hands up in disgust.

Things didn't get any better in the dugout as the Yankees first baseman decided to knock over a trash can.

I'm not sure what he was so upset about, he should have scored easily.




Kids At A YMCA Taught J.J. Watt How To Whip And Nae Nae


This is an awesome video.  These kids have the whip and nae nae down.  J.J. Watt was trying to learn but he has a lot of work to do to get on their level.

I'm sure he'll score plenty of touchdowns and have opportunities to break out the dance as a celebration.




A Rod Hit A Home Run On His 40th Birthday


Monday was Alex Rodriguez's 40th birthday.  So naturally he was feeling pretty good.  He was feeling so good he decided to hit a home run.

A Rod was 1-5 on the night with the solo home run in the Yankees 6-2 win over the Rangers.  Not bad way to celebrate a birthday.

The home run was his 24th of the season and his 59th RBI.





Stephen A. Smith Is Skeptical Of A Rod's Success This Season


Stephen A. Smith revealed on First Take yesterday that he is skeptical of Alex Rodriguez's success this season.  Smith and Skip Bayless were discussing the possibility of A Rod catching Barry Bonds for top spot on the all time homerun list.

Monday was A Rod's 40th birthday and entering play he was 85 behind Bonds.  If continues to play like he is this season for a few more seasons it's possible, but will he be able to?

And without PEDs?





Monday, July 27, 2015

Someone On MLB Network Dropped An F Bomb On Live TV

Following an interview with John Smoltz about Smoltz's Hall of Fame induction yesterday someone was caught on a live mic saying, "tell him to go f himself."  It was a whisper but you can definitely hear it.

Have to believe someone will get fired for saying that.  I guess not everyone at MLB Network is a fan of Smoltz.

Watch it go down here (NSFW).






Cardale Jones Has Awesome WWE Moves And The Daily Links


Cardale Jones Pulled Off Some Awesome WWE Moves In The Pool- Bob's Blitz

Toddlers Bonding With Their Dogs- Regretful Morning

Aaron Rodgers And Olivia Munn Hand Holding In Montreal- Terez Owens

The Dallas Cowboys Magazine Swimsuit Issue is Fire- Pro Cheerleader Heaven

New England Patriots QB Tom Brady Reports to Training Camp Early- Fat Man Writing

Former NBA Star Gilbert Arenas Gets Banned From Fair For Hilarious Reason- Game Dayr





CM Punk Completely Owns UFC Fan Who Challenged Him To A Fight


During a Q&A session with UFC fans this weekend, CM Punk was challenged to a fight by a guy who has been trash talking him on twitter.  You have to hand it to the guy for having the balls to call out a UFC fighter.





The Blue Jays Are Really Bad At Base Running


The Blue Jays ran into a triple play yesterday because they suck at running bases.  It was so bad one of the runners literally fell off of the base while standing there.

It's some straight up little league type base running that resulted in a triple play.  Keep it up Toronto, these are the types of plays that will keep you far behind the Yankees.





Alex Curry Took Mike Trout's Post Game Bath

Alex Curry got caught too close to Mike Trout during her post game interview with the Angels star.  Trout was the star of the show with two home runs, one of those was a grand slam that landed in a fan's trout net.

So of course he had a post game bath with his name on it.  Trout spoiled it however, and saw the bath coming.  He made a break for it, leaving the reporter to fend for herself.

Curry also tried to avoid getting wet, but couldn't get away in time and took the bath intended for Trout.  She could have taken a more direct shot, nonetheless she took and did so as a good sport.





Randy Johnson Mentioned A College Pitcher Suffering From Leukemia In His HOF Speech


Randy Johnson had a pretty touching moment during his Hall of Fame speech where he mentioned speaking to Zach Farmer, a pitcher from Ohio State who is battling leukemia.

Farmer has been given anywhere from a week to thirty days to live, as doctors have told him there is nothing else they can do.

The diagnosis didn't stop the left handed pitcher from marrying his girlfriend of four years on Sunday.

Good for him.  That makes for one hell of a day.  Get Married and mentioned in a Hall of Fame speech.  Let's hope he can beat the odds and somehow recover.





Sunday, July 26, 2015

Mike Trout Hit A Grand Slam That A Fan Caught With His Trout Net


Check out this grand slam that Mike Trout smashed into a fan's trout net in right-centerfield.  Not only does Trout drop bombs he hits then where he wants.

How else do you explain the fact that this ball happened to go straight to the guy in the seats holding a trout net?  This is some next level stuff right here.

I think it's safe to say if he continues playing like this he'll be a back to back MVP.





New Met Juan Uribe Beats One Of His Old Teams With A Walk Off Single

The Mets acquired Juan Uribe a couple of days ago from the Braves, who acquired him from the Dodgers a couple of weeks ago.  His first RBI as a Met comes in walk off fashion against the Dodgers.

That has to feel pretty good.





The Real Winner Of The Hall Of Fame Ceremony Was John Smoltz's Wife



There were four men inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame as a part of the 2015 class.  Craig Biggio, John Smoltz, Randy Johnson and Pedro Martinez.  Technically it was there day.

But one woman stole the show.  The wife of John Smoltz.

She is smoking hot and I think she needs to be an instant inductee into the WAG Hall of Fame.




Reggie Jackson Kicked Off The Hall Of Fame Weekend Like Only Reggie Can

Reggie Jackson was a jerk when he played and he's still a jerk today.  Someone dared to ask Jackson for an autograph while on his way to a dinner in Cooperstown, NY.  It sent him into a profanity laced tirade that was all caught on camera, because everyone has a phone with a camera.

Is anyone really surprised that Reggie Jackson would cuss out a fan asking for an autograph?  To me the surprising thing is that this doesn't occur more often with Jackson.





Saturday, July 25, 2015

Cole Hamels No Hit The Cubs


Cole Hamels no hit the Cubs.  Yes all of the Cubs young hitting talent was in the lineup.

So how does that happen?  It could be they're a little overhyped.  It is after all the same hype machine thay put two Cubs in the home run derby.

We all remember how they did in that event don't we?





Sal Paolantonio Named The NFL Owners Still Pushing For Brady's Suspension

Sal Paolantonio went on a San Diego radio station on Friday to talk about Tom Brady's suspension.  Among Sal's revelations was the fact that there are some owners who want Brady's suspension upheld and he named the two biggest, Jim Irsay and Steve Bisctiotti.

"Add in that you’re angering some of the hardcore owners out there.  And I know who they are and I'm going to name them right now.  Jim Irsay of the Colts, Steve Bisciotti of the Ravens and others in the AFC who believe that the Patriots have gotten away with murder for years and have not been publicly punished properly."

That's right the Colts and Ravens owners.  Sure they were both beaten by the Patriots last year in the playoffs.  They also are two of the NFL organizations that have had severe off the field issues.

The Ravens with their two Rays and the Colts owner himself with his personal issues.

Get over it you lost, the smear campaign of Brady and the Patriots isn't going to work and won't hold up in court.  Worry about yourselves.





Britney Griner Shows Us Why There Isn't A Lot Of Dunking In The WNBA


Britney Griner was put on the spot this morning by Sports Center and asked to dunk on live TV.  At 6'8" she has the height to dunk, but it proved easier said than done this morning.

It is a fact that there isn't a lot of dunking going on in the WNBA and she shows us why.  Griner missed two out of her three attempts.




Billy Burns Left Last Night's Game With A Testicular Contusion


Billy Burns fouled a ball directly into the ground and it bounced up and hit him right in the nuts.  Kids this is why you wear a cup, even when your batting.

Burns had to leave the game with what was officially called a testicular contusion.  I bet he'll be wearing a cup from now on.





Boxer Cam Awesome Gave A Great Interview Following His Fight At The Pan Am Games


Cam Awesome might have lost his fight at the Pan Am Games on Thursday but his interview following the fight is winning the internet.  This dude needs to win some fights and make a name for himself.

Boxing could use a guy this entertaining.  Nobody will pay attention if he doesn't win though.





Pitcher In The Tampa Bay Rays Organization Found An Alligator In The Visitor's Dugout

Kyle McKenzie, a pitcher for the Charlotte Stone Crabs, tweeted out a picture of an alligator hanging out in the visitor's dugout.  That has to be some sort of sign for the opposing team.

The Charlotte Stone Crabs are a high A Affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays and are located in Port Charlotte, Florida.






Dennis Rodman Is Supporting Hulk Hogan, Says He's Not Racist

Dennis Rodman is lending his support to Hulk Hogan after racist comments he said have surfaced.  He's know Hogan for 25 years and doesn't think the former wrestler is racist.






Friday, July 24, 2015

Olympic Gymnasts Shawn Johnson And Alicia Quinn Threw Out The First Pitch In Chicago

Olympic gymnasts Shawn Johnson and Alicia Quinn both threw out the first pitch in Chicago at Friday's Cubs game.  Which must be what you do after the Olympics, because this isn't the first time Johnson has done it.

This time will be a little more special to Johnson.  This time she got engaged following her pitch.

Not a bad day at the park for her and her future husband.  Maybe it will bring the Cubbies a little luck.

Congratulations to @ShawnJohnson and @AndrewDEast on their engagement before today's #Cubs game!
A video posted by cubs (@cubs) on





UPDATED: Colin Cowherd Apologized For Insulting Dominican Baseball Players By Insulting Them Again

UPDATED: Following his poor apology on air today, ESPN removed Colin Cowherd from the network.  Cowherd also posted another apology on Twitter.  Too little too late goodbye:



Colin Cowherd attempted to apologize for comments he made about Dominican baseball players.  He pretty much apologized for calling Dominican baseball players stupid by proceeding to call them stupid.





Bryce Harper Made A High School Girl Cry


The high school girl above, a Pirates fan and fan of Bryce Harper, asked him to the prom.  His response made her cry.

Not because he turned her down, but because he wrote her a message on a ball and signed it for her.  So while she might've technically struck out, the catcher dropped the third strike and she made it to first.

Can't hate on Harper for making this high school girl's day.





Colin Cowherd Insulted Dominican Baseball Players And The Daily Links


Colin Cowherd Made Some Offensive Comments About Dominican Baseball Players- Larry Brown Sports

This UCLA Cheerleader Rocking A Cowboy Hat Will Make Your Day- College Cheerleader Heaven

Lorenzo Lamas’ Wife Just Gave Birth to His Daughter’s Baby- Regretful Morning

Ohio State's Braxton Miller Moving to Wide Receiver- Fat Man Writing

Bills Force LeSean McCoy To Pull Controversial IG Post- Terez Owens





Hulk Hogan Is A Racist

WWE legend Hulk Hogan is a racist.  The 61 year old was recorded saying some terrible things about black people and his daughter

According to the pretty damning transcript of an audio recording that the National Enquirer posted, he was discussing who his daughter was sleeping with and dropped several n bombs:





Alexei Ramirez Shows Off His Range With A Diving Stop And Glove Flip For The Force Out


Alexei Ramirez held up his end on a ground ball up the middle.  The White Sox short stop ranged up the middle to make a great diving stop and was able to flip the ball with his glove to the second baseman for the force out.

The second baseman added some flare of his own with a barehanded grab of the flip, but just came up a little shy on the attempt to turn two.

Still one of the best plays all season.




A Rod Pulled Off The Worst Slide In The History Of Baseball


Yankees third baseman Chase Headley missed a grand slam by a few feet.  The hit cleared the bases plating 3 runs.

Alex Rodriguez was the lucky one who got to run from first.  He clearly was a little tired and really didn't want to slide, resulting in one of the worst slides in the history of baseball.

It was entertaining as hell and he scored, so a win win for Yankees fans.






Thursday, July 23, 2015

Yankees Swept The Orioles Out Of New York

The Yankees just wrapped up a big series against the Orioles by sweeping them out of New York.  They've now won 8 of their last 10 and have a 5.5 game lead in the AL East over the Blue Jays.

The Orioles are firmly buried in second to last place at 7 games back.  Where are the haters now?

I'm just going to put this here for your enjoyment.






This Japenese High School Kid's Between Pitch Routine Is Ridiculous


Call me crazy but doesn't this kid need a pitch high and tight?  His between pitch routine is absolutely insane and he's way too comfortable in the box.

You would think with that much showboating and arrogance he would be dropping 500 foot bombs every at bat.  If he does normally, he didn't this at bat.

All that and he grounded out.





Colin Cowherd Confirmed His Departure From ESPN And The Daily Links


Colin Cowherd Opened Yesterday's Show By Confirming His Departure From ESPN- Thunder Treats

Air Traffic Controller Found Sleeping And Partially Dressed On The Job- Regretful Mornings

Tim Tebow Has Been Throwing Passes At USC Preparing For Eagles Camp- Bob's Blitz

The St. Louis Rams Cheerleaders Remake Beyonce's "7/11" Video- Pro Cheerleader Heaven

Mark Cuban Blasted Sharks In Sharknado 3 As The President- Fat Man Writing

Cardale Jones Laid The Smackdown On Twitter- Game Dayr






Jabroni Ran Onto The Field At A Reds Game And Escaped Over The Centerfield Wall


Turns out the jabroni who ran onto the field at the Reds game is a teenager.  He did manage to escape over the centerfield wall, but he took a selfie while doing it and was pretty easily identified.

I hope he didn't have season tickets, because I'm pretty sure he won't be able to attend anymore Reds games this season.  Hope it was worth it.

YOLO.





Gronk Was Hit On By Hot Interviewer At DuJour Event


Rob Gronkowski was interviewed by Jordan Duffy on the red carpet of some DuJour event.  But that's only part of the story.

Jordan is a smoking hot reporter and things got a little interesting during her rapid fire questions.  She asked Gronk if he was single and Gronk being Gronk returned the question to her.  She replied by saying, "tonight I am."

That's a pretty clear message that she's down for a hookup.  There is no doubt in my mind she got Gronked.





I Think It's Safe To Say Jonathan Papelbon Doesn't Celebrate Walk Offs Like The Rest Of Us


The Phillies won yesterday in the bottom of the 10th inning on a walk off hit by Odubel Herrera.  He was then beat down by Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon.

Clearly Papelbon has forgotten how to celebrate and all his joy is gone.  How else do you explain his tackle followed by punches to Herrera's ribs.

Dude has no chill.





Young Fan In An Astros Throwback Jersey Made A Nice Catch On A Foul Ball


This kid came prepared to make this over the railing catch.  He rocked an Astros throwback jersey and brought his glove.

Is he a young foul ball guy in the making?

If you bring a glove you have to make the play, even if it requires you to reach over a railing to do so.  This kid gets it.





Wednesday, July 22, 2015

So Jason "Mayhem" Miller Looks Like He's Doing Fine


HBO Real Sports took a closer look at domestic violence involving MMA fighters last night.  Of course they spoke with porn star Christy Mack, who was almost beaten to death by a MMA fighter named War Machine.

HBO also took time to speak with Jason "Mayhem" Miller, a MMA fighter who has been arrested for domestic violence.  He gave a very bizarre interview and seems to be doing just fine for someone who makes a living getting punched in the head.

Didn't he host that MTV show Bully Beat Down?  Remember that?





This Is What Happens When New Lakers Are Asked About Kobe


The Lakers introduced some new Lakers today.  The press conference got really awkward when they were asked about Kobe Bryant.  They either were a little scared to say anything or none of them had actually heard from Kobe.

I'm guessing Kobe didn't reach out to any of them, because that's how Kobe rolls.  It should be another year in paradise for the Lakers.

Enjoy another lousy season Lakers fans.





Phillies Fan Took A Bat To The Face


Cody Asche of the Phillies lost the grip on his bat as he fouled a pitch off and his bat flew into the stands.  The woman it happened to hit in the face was the only one who didn't see it coming.

She had her eyes on the foul ball, so you can't completely blame her.  She was paying attention but not to the right thing.

I know there are people out there who want netting all the way around the field, but they probably want to live in bubbles too.

Stuff happens.  You can't stop everything.  Luckily she wasn't injured badly.





Young Lady Snaps Pic With Ray Rice And The Hump Day Links


Maybe She Doesn't Know He KO'd A Woman?- Terez Owens

Warrant Issued For Chad Johnson- Fat Man Writing

Top 10 Wide Receivers Heading Into 2015- The Celebrity Cafe

The Sharknado 3 Drinking Game- Thunder Treats

Lingerie Football Team Celebrates Touchdowns With Martinis- Busted Coverage

Bill Simmons To Join HBO- Game Dayr





Umpire At An Arkansas State Baseball Tournament Did The Whip And Nae Nae Between Innings

This umpire has moves.  He did The Whip and Nae Nae and even threw in The Stanky Leg for good measure.  A little bit of entertainment between innings never hurt anyone.

There are some Major League umpires who need to learn to have a good time.  They could learn a little from this dude.

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Benches Cleared During Giants And Padres Game


Both benches and bullpens emptied during the Giants-Padres game last night.  It all started when Andrew Thayer threw his gum at Hector Sanchez following a grand slam by Sanchez.

The benches didn't clear then, but the tension got a little higher.  Add the fact that the Padres were hitless until the 6th inning and by the 9th they were completely ready for the game to be over.

Padres reliever Shawn Kelley, probably not happy that he was pitching the 9th inning of a 9-0 game, exchanged words with Sanchez after Sanchez grounded out and that's when the benches cleared.

Of course it was one of those let's all stand around and stare at each other type of bench clearing events that finally ended when they decided they were tired of standing around.





This Fight On A Boat About The Michigan-Ohio State Rivalry Proves Football Is Right Around The Corner


This couple was arrested after they started a brawl on a boat with complete strangers over the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry.  If that isn't an indication of the football season being right around the corner I don't know what is.




Bob Uecker Threw Out The First Pitch A Miller Park


Bob Uecker threw out the first pitch at Miller Park as they celebrated, "Major League" night.  He of course missed the plate with a pitch that was, "just a bit outside."

Not only did the 81 year old Brewers announcer throw out the first pitch, the Brewers gave away talking Uecker bobbleheads.

You have to be creative if you're the Brewers to get butts in the seats.  The team just isn't doing it.





J.D. Martinez Hit A Record Setting Home Run In Detroit


Detroit managed to lose despite several long balls including J.D. Martinez' bomb that ended up hitting the camera well.  An absolute bomb that travelled an estimated 467 feet.

Not only impressive shot, but a record breaking one for Comerica Park.  That is a long home run.





Katie Nolan Hit A Bullseye Sign Held By A Fan With A Hot Dog Cannon

Garbage Time host Katie Nolan was allowed to operate the hot dog cannon at last night's Phillies game.  She made the most of her opportunity and shot a hot dog that hit a bullseye sign held by a fan.

Makes for a pretty entertaining video.  Is there anything she can't do?

Producers bet I couldn't hit a target with the hot dog launcher.... NAILED IT
A video posted by Katie Nolan (@natiekolan) on




Jeff Bagwell And His Drunk Girlfriend Spotted Behind Home Plate At An Astros Game

Former Astros first baseman Jeff Bagwell and his girlfriend were sitting behind home plate last night in Houston.  Bagwell's girlfriend seemed to be enjoying herself, possibly with the help of some liquid courage.

Bagwell had an interesting response to her aggressive head hug.





Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Somebody Tell David Ortiz The Red Sox Are In Last Place

David Ortiz hit a home run last night and pimped it around the bases after watching the ball fly over the fence because he's an ass.  Will someone please tell his steroid using ass that the Red Sox are in last place and have lost 5 games in a row, including the game where he hit this home run.

Oh and on top of that he's hitting .236!





The Dalvin Cook 911 Tape Has Been Released


Former Florida State player Dalvin Cook was dismissed from the team after punching a woman in the mouth at a club.  He was the second Florida State player dismissed from the team in the same week for punching females, via Tallahassee Democrat:




Corey Feldman Played A Show After A Minor League Game


Corey Feldman played a show after a State College Spikes game last night.  The child actor did the show dressed a lot like Michael Jackson and played some terrible music.





Christy Mack Discussed The Attack By War Machine That Left Her In The Hospital With Real Sports


I guess Real Sports is doing some sort of domestic violence in sports special or something.  They sat down with porn star Christy Mack and discussed the attack by her ex boyfriend a former MMA fighter who went by the name War Machine.  The episode is set to air Tuesday July 21st at 10:00 pm on HBO, via Cage Potato:




Bill Cosby Talked About Drugging People On The Cosby Show And The Daily Links


Someone Dug Up Bill Cosby Talking About Drugging People On The Cosby Show- Thunder Treats

Shaq And Scottie Pippen Fued On Instagram- Terez Owens

Justin Verlander Is Striking Out Off The Field, Has Repeatedly Proposed To Kate Upton- Fat Man Writing

Whoops, Maryland Coach Quoted Rival Coach And Is Getting Destroyed On Twitter- Game Dayr

Tim Lincecum Has Bad Hips- Deadspin





Ray Allen Turned 40 Had An Awesome Cake

Ray Allen is now 40.  The semi-retired NBA star received an awesome cake for his birthday.  It's a pretty awesome reminder of his awesome basketball career.

Will there be another team to add to next year's cake?
The last 24 hours has been truly incredible. The turn up is real. I just got surprised left and right all day. It's my birthday and we are gettin it in Vegas style. Thanks to my beautiful wife and all my great friends for settin it off. Oh and the cake!! #Vegas #34turns40
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Gronk Only Read 80% Of A Book He Co-Wrote


Rob Gronkowski admitted to Maria Menounos on some radio show she does that he's only read about 80% of the book he co-wrote with his agent.  Gotta love his honesty.

Does he really need to read it all?  He knows first hand that, "It's Good To Be Gronk.

Maria's giddy school girl response after Gronk revealed his truth, tells you all you need to know about being Gronk.  I think she might have a thing for him.





Titans Receiver Arrested Following A Stabbing Outside Of A Bar

Titans wide receiver Justin Hunter has been arrested and charged with felonious assault.  The charges stem from a July 3rd fight outside of a bar.

Hunter is the prime suspect in the stabbing that left a victim seeking treatment at a hospital for his wounds.

Hunter's NFL career is likely over before it really had a chance to get going.  The 24 year old was the 34th overall pick in the 2013 draft.

What a waste of talent.

When will athletes learn?  They have a lot more to lose than other people and that will always be tested.





Brandon Phillips Pulled Off The Play Of The Year Last Night


This might end up being the play of the year, it will be one of the plays of the year if it doesn't take the top spot.

Brandon Phillips made a great sliding play and added a behind the back flip to get the force out at second.

You don't need the shift when your second baseman can cover as much ground as Phillips can.





Monday, July 20, 2015

Eric Byrnes Ran Into A Fake Catcher And Went On A Strike Zone Rant


I can't believe Eric Byrnes is still on TV.  How does a man who behaves like an erratic crackhead still make a living on TV?





Brett Favre's Andy Reid Story Is Funny As Hell

Brett Favre told a story about Andy Reid during his speech at his Packers Hall Of Fame induction.  The story about two fat assets is pretty funny.

It sounds like Reid either doesn't know he's a fat guy or really likes to point out others weight issues.  Favre might have a future as a a comedian.

Wouldn't that be an interesting show if he had Jenn Sterger open for him?






18 Inning Mets Game Is Keith Hernandez' Bell And The Daily Links


The Mets Played An 18 Inning Game And Keith Hernandez Wanted To Die-  Bob's Blitz

Reggie Wayne Plans To Play Another Season In 2015- Game Dayr

Phil Mickelson Hit A Ball Onto A Hotel Balcony- Larry Brown Sports

Charles Barkley Is Still Ripping LeBron James- Terez Owens

Russell Wilson Won The Home Run Derby At Richard Sherman's Charity Softball Game- Fat Man Writing





Bryce Harper Doesn't Think Zack Greinke Was Very Tough After Greinke Shutout The Nationals


Bryce Harper dissed Zack Greinke after the Dodgers pitcher shutout the Nationals and extended his scoreless streak to 43 2/3.  Harper didn't seem very happy with the strike zone, claiming Greinke got an extra 6 inches of plate.

Sounds like Harper was just a little salty after striking out twice against the former CY Young Award winner.

You can't talk trash about the pitcher if you feel the strike zone played a role in his success.  He didn't call the strikes.





Gronk Thinks Brady's Suspension Should Be Erased


The Rob Gronkowski off season hasn't come to an end yet.   The Patriots tight end was recently a guest on CBS This Morning and was of course asked about Tom Brady's 4 game suspension.





Ryan Howard Hit His 350th Home Run This Weekend


Ryan Howard is not the player he once was, but as he showed everyone this weekend he can still go deep.  The Phillies' first baseman hit his 350th career home run into the second deck.





Kid In Arizona Challenged Hunter Pence To Arm Wrestling Match


During a Giants-Diamondbacks game over the weekend, Giants right fielder Hunter Pence was challenged to an arm wrestling match.  He noticed the sign and appeared to have accepted the challenge.

Dad might want to be careful here, mom looks like a smoke and Pence might just steal his wife.





Dallas Keuchel Yelled At Delino DeShields And Told Him To Sit Down

Dallas Keuchel struck out Delino DeShields looking and DeShields wasn't a fan of the called strike.  He voiced his displeasure with the umpire.

Keuchel didn't seem to be a fan of DeShields' protest and decided to tell him to, "sit down."  I guess he has a little added confidence after starting the All Star game a few days ago.

I wonder if he'd yell at a bigger or more seasoned hitter the same way.





Sunday, July 19, 2015

Pro Surfer Attacked By A Shark During Event In South America On Live TV


Pro surfer, Mick Fanning, was attacked by a shark on live TV during an event in South Africa.  He appeared to avoid serious injury and was picked up quickly by the emergency jet skis.

You see the shark's fin come out of the water behind Fanning before the attack.  It looks like the board took most of the attack as the rope from his leg to the board was cut.





Brett Favre Returned To Lambeau On Saturday For His Packers Hall Of Fame Induction


Brett Favre is probably one of a handful of players who could pack a stadium with football fans, in retirement, in July.  It was his first appearance in Lambeau since he finally retired as a member of the Vikings and Favre received an ovation that lasted for 5 minutes.

I think it's safe to say the Packers fans have forgiven Favre for leaving and ending his career with a rival.  A pretty awesome scene for the gunslinger.

Favre's number was also retired during the Packers' Hall Of Fame Induction.  In November Favre will be honored and his number will be revealed.





41 Year Old Terrell Owens Thinks He Could Still Play, Doesn't Care About Hall Of Fame


Terrell Owens was on The Rich Eisen Show last week and was asked about the Hall Of Fame.  The 41 year old said he didn't really care if he made it into the hall or not.  I find that very hard to believe.

T.O. should have no problem getting into the Hall Of Fame based on his numbers alone.  Owens is 6th in receptions, 2nd in yards and 3rd in receiving touchdowns all time.  If he wasn't such a tool he could have added to those numbers.

Owens also added that he recently ran into some current players who commented on how in shape he was.  He said that there is no doubt in his mind that he could still play.





Hanley Ramirez Managed To Foul A Ball Off Of His Own Junk


I guess we now know Hanley Ramirez doesn't wear a cup or at least he doesn't while he bats.  I'm pretty sure a cup would have offered more protection.  He might want to consider wearing one if he's going to foul them like that.

I know it probably is a fluke and doesn't happen that often, but once would be enough for me.





Torii Hunter's Teammates Gave Him Diapers And A Walker For His 40th Birthday

Torii Hunter celebrated his 40th birthday and his Twins teammates reminded him that he's old.  They gave Torii diapers and a walker.

After seven seasons away from Minnesota Torri's return has been a welcomed sight.

He has helped the Twins get off to a strong start, currently sitting in second place in the AL Central.  Torii is hitting a decent .260 with 14 home runs and 49 RBIs.

I would like to thank my teammates for my Bday gifts! #diapers #wheelchairwithantilockbrakes
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Saturday, July 18, 2015

Brandon Marshall Said Kyle Orton Is The Best QB He Ever Played With

Brandon Marshall answered fan questions on Twitter.  He had a surprising response to a question about the best quarterback he ever played with.  Marshall answered Kyle Orton.

No I'm not kidding and that clearly sets th record straight on how things are between Marshall and his once good buddy Jay Cutler.

Marshall played with Cutler in both Denver and Chicago for a total of six seasons.  No matter how you slice it, Cutler has better numbers than Orton.  It must be a parting shot from the newly acquired Jets receiver.






A's Fan Went All Out For A Foul Ball And Landed All Over His Woman


We've all seen the videos of guys moving out of the way and their ladies getting nailed with a foul ball.  This dude definitely didn't do that, but maybe he should have.  It doesn't look like she was in danger of being struck with the ball.

She instead was nailed by her dude who went all out jumping and eventually falling down on his lady.  To his defense he did bring his glove, so he really had no choice but to go all out.

I hope it was worth it because he probably isn't going to have any alone time when the get home.





Friday, July 17, 2015

Britt McHenry Colored Her Hair And The Daily Links

For real. 😱
A photo posted by Britt McHenry (@brittmchenry) on

Britt McHenry Is No Longer A Blonde, Still Hot- Instagram

Rex Ryan Jumped Out Of A Plane Because He's Insane- Game Dayr

Check Out This WWE Wrestler Trash Johnny Football- Fat Man Writing

LeBron James Left A Club With Who?- Terez Owens

Magic Johnson Works Out On His Yacht- Busted Coverage





Marcus Smart Suffered A Nasty Hand Injury In A Summer League Game


Marcus Smart dove for a loose ball during a summer league game on Thursday and ended up with a couple of fingers pointing in the wrong direction.  Despite the gruesome look of the injury, it appears as if he avoided serious injury.

Just because he avoided a major injury doesn't mean it wasn't without pain.  You can clearly hear him screaming in pain.

Lucky for him he escaped with just pain and not an major injury.




Deion Sanders Dressed Up Like Madonna On Lip Sync Battle


That's right.  Deion Sanders dressed up like Madonna on Lip Sync Battle to perform one of her hits.  He's not following Bruce Jenner down the transgender trail.

Although that would also be fun to see, his Madonna performance is pretty entertaining.





A.J. Hawk Destroyed A Fan At A Golf Event Again

For some reason guys want A.J. Hawk to hit them.  And for some reason this takes place at golf events.  Hawk destroyed the guy because plays in the NFL and he can hit.

I'm not really sure if these morons think they'll be able to take the hit or what their goal is, but they get smashed every time.  If they were able to take the hit without going down then they too would be in the NFL.

#ajhawk hammers fan in @acchampionship reunion! So ... @ajhawk_50 fans did hit look above the shoulders? #accgolf #accgolf15 #acchampionship #fun #nfl @bengals #bengals #cincinattibengals #tahoe #tahoesouth #tahoesnaps #wimzr
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Jeter Got Slimed At The Kid's Choice Awards

One night after winning an award at the ESPYs, Derek Jeter accepted an award at the Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards.  After receiving his award and giving his acceptance speech Jeter was promptly slimmed.

Of course Jeter took the sliming like he does most things in his life, with a smile.  How do you not love him?





Ronda Rousey Responded To Cardale Jones's ESPY Night Tweets

Cardale Jones sent out tweets the night of the ESPYs hollering at Ronda Rousey.  FOX Sports showed Rousey the tweets from Jones and the UFC champ responded to them.

She seemed a little flattered by Jones's tweets.





Thursday, July 16, 2015

PETA Locked The Honey Badger In A Car And The Daily Links


PETA Locked The Honey Badger In A Hot Car- Bob's Blitz

Urban Meyer Brought His Hot Daughter To The ESPYs- Game Dayr

Cardale Jones Was Hitting On Ronda Rousey, Kendall Jenner At ESPY Awards- Thunder Treats

Houston Texans Cheerleader Doing Sit-ups Hanging From a Punching Bag- Fat Man Writing

Colin Cowherd Is Leaving ESPN- Larry Brown Sports





Gronk Danced With Charissa Thompson After A Throw Off


Rob Gronkowski had a throwing contest on Extra with Charissa Thompson.  He ended up winning, forcing Charissa to dance.  She of course looked amazing in a form fitting little dress thing.

While Gronk did end up winning we found out why he isn't a quarterback.  Charissa on the other hand might have a shot at being a QB.





2015 MLB All Star Break from Archer Avenue

Check out more from me, including movie reviews & movie trailers, at Archer Avenue (archeravenue.net).  Also, follow me on Twitter @OlieCoen for sports & movie talk.



In March, I predicted the winners of each MLB division, as well as the Wild Card teams and the World Series contenders.  Now that we’re about halfway through the season and the All Star Break is upon us, let’s take a look at how each team is doing, as well as how close my predictions have been so far.  (Pictures represent my predictions, numbered slots reflect actual rankings.






Umpire Hit The Whip For Strike Three

This should be the new strike three call throughout baseball.  You want to attract younger fans?  Hit the whip for strike three and a bunch of young fans will come flocking to the sport.





Jenn Sterger Destroyed Brett Favre On Twitter

Jenn Sterger posted the tweet below which includes Brett Favre wringing his hands after clapping for Caitlyn Jenner.  Either his arthritis was acting up or Favre was interested in Jenner.

Sterger a former Jets empolyee, now a comedian, had the perfect response on Twitter for the entire situation.  Sterger is of course the woman Favre sent dick pics to while he played for the Jets.






Derek Jeter Got The ESPY Icon Award Because He's Derek Jeter


Of course Derek Jeter got the ESPY Icon Award at last night's ESPY Award ceremony, who else would get it?  Before he took the stage, and gave his speech as smoothly as anyone could ever give a speech,  he kissed his Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model girlfriend.

I'd say he's doing just fine in retirement.  Now he has another award to fill his giant mansion with.





Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Jacob DeGrom Struck Out The Side Last Night On 10 Pitches And The Hump Day Links


Mets All Star Pitcher Jacob DeGrom Struck Out The Side On 10 Pitches- Bob's Blitz

Women Are Taking Over The Casino Industry- Thunder Treats

LeBron Didn't Pick Up A New Piece Over Jewelry This Year Put His Wife Did- Terez Owens

These Are The Hottest MMA Wives Around- Buzzlie

Dez And Demaryius Have New Deals- Game Dayr

Aaron Rodgers Spotted With Harry Potter- Fat Man Writing





The "A Gronking To Remember" Trailer Features Gronk Spiking Things Off Of Charlotte McKinney's Butt

Rob Gronkowski Erotic Fan Fiction with Charlotte McKinney (and Rob Gronkowski) from Funny Or Die

Gronk is really living the dream.  He's winning Super Bowls, partying his ass off and hanging with models.  Pretty sweet gig.

Of course this isn't a real trailer, but something tells me this would be a very popular movie if it was.  The made up trailer features Rob Gronkowski spiking things on Charlotte McKinney's butt and from there the movie really sells itself.

What else does a movie need to have?