Author Archives: Jim Sutliff

NFL Return To Los Angeles –

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

One stadium planner is attempting to bring a professional football team to Los Angeles.  The stadium planner hopes that one of the 32 NFL teams will make the move to Los Angeles and a new 75,000 seat stadium.  The stadium … Continue reading →

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Joe Torre Selected By Selig –

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Bud Selig has selected Joe Torre as the executive vice president for on-field baseball operations.  Joe Torre has experience working under pressure and should perform well in this role.  Torre and Selig have known each other for over 50 years.  To read a related … Continue reading →

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Buster Posey Leads Giants –

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Buster Posey had 2 hits and knocked in 2 runs to help the Giants win their spring training opener.  Buster Posey is coming off a strong season that earned him the National League Rookie of the Year award.  Tim Lincecum also played … Continue reading →

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Adam Wainwright Injured –

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Adam Wainwright injury is likely to hurt the chances for the St. Louis Cardinals in 2012.  Wainwright has been in the running for the Cy Young award the last two seasons.  The Cardinals expect Wainwright to have surgery and miss the … Continue reading →

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Blake Griffin Wins Dunk Contest –

Posted on February 20, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Blake griffin won the slam dunk contest at the all-star game.  Griffin has become the premier dunker in the NBA and he lived up to fan expections in the contest.  During the contest, Griffin jumped over the hood of a car to slam dunk.  Blake Griffin … Continue reading →

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Kansas State Beats Kansas –

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Kansas State defeated number one ranked Kansas by a score of 84-68.  Kansas lost to Kansas State a few hours after being ranked number one.  The Kansas State win was a rebound from their last game against Kansas which they lost 90-66.  The … Continue reading →

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NFL Talks –

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The current NFL collective bargaining agreement will expire on March 4th.  NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has asked players to avoid a lockout and negotiate terms of the agreement.  Currently, players keep 60% of the revenue and owners would like that figure … Continue reading →

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Wisconsin Badgers Beat Ohio State –

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Wisconsin Badgers came back from being 15 points down to defeat the Ohio State Buckeyes.  The Buckeyes were undefeated and were ranked the number one team in college basketball.  Wisconsin was playing before a home crowd and won the game 71-67.  Currently, Wisconsin … Continue reading →

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Rangers Sign Josh Hamilton –

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Josh Hamilton signed a two year contract for $24 million with the Texas Rangers.  The Texas outfielder will receive a $3 miilion dollar signing bonus and earn $7.25 million this year and $13.75 million next season.  Josh Hamilton won the American League Most Valuable … Continue reading →

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Washington Nationals Acquire Werth –

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Jayson Werth has a seven year contract with the Washington Nationals worth $126 million.  The acquisition of Werth is an indication of the future of the Washington Nationals.  The Nationals now have a team foundation with Werth, Zimmerman, Bryce Harper, … Continue reading →

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Green Bay Packers Win Super Bowl –

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The Green Bay Packers defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers by a score of 31-25.  The Packers led the entire game and had a 21-10 halftime lead.  Aaron Rodgers was 24 for 39 and threw for 304 yards and three touchdowns.  Pittsburgh … Continue reading →

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Jimmer Fredette Sets Scoring Record –

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

Jimmer Fredette scored 29 points and became the all-time leading scorer of the Mountain West Conference.  Fredette has scored 2,194 points in his career and passed Heath of San Diego State who had 2,189.  Brigham Young University also defeated UNLV by a score of … Continue reading →

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Pettitte Retires –

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

After 16 Major League seasons, Andy Pettitte has decided to retire from the game of baseball.  Pettitte had a .635 winning percentage and never had a losing record.  His postseason record of 19-10 will help to make him a competitive candidate for the Hall of … Continue reading →

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NFL TV Revenue –

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The NFL Special Master ruled that the NFL can have access to 2011 television revenue.  The ruling is expected to be appealed by the NFLPA who opposed the move.  The union claims that the it would violate the collective bargaining agreement … Continue reading →

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NFC Wins Pro Bowl –

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The NFC had a 42-7 half time lead over the AFC and held on to win the Pro Bowl 55-41.  The AFC tossed 5 interceptions and also lost a fumble.  There were only 3 penalties in the game by the NFC … Continue reading →

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