THE WORLD OF BRIAN SMITH
Thursday, December 30, 2004
Year End
I don't really have too many ideas for year ending posts... I would like some ideas, I just don't have any. Here is all I remember from 2004 in no particular order.
Working, Going to Rezi shows, Moving, and Driving.
I'm in NY. I've been in NY since Friday. Tomorrow I am heading to the Capital Region (Gloversville/Saratoga) for some Rezi shows at Zacquor (12/30, 12/31) and to visit the old working place, and to see Kate and the baby.
I'll be driving back on Saturday and will stop here in Holley to pick up Meg and the rest of my other crap and then hit the rest of the road onwards back to Michigan.
It's been an entertaining week. I got to see some family members I hadn't seen in a while. I got to see some friends I hadn't seen in a while. I shot some pretty mean darts at C&S. I got dealt some pretty decent Euchre cards. Not much else exciting happened.
Have a good one. ¶ 12/30/2004 01:41:00 AM 0 comments
Working, Going to Rezi shows, Moving, and Driving.
I'm in NY. I've been in NY since Friday. Tomorrow I am heading to the Capital Region (Gloversville/Saratoga) for some Rezi shows at Zacquor (12/30, 12/31) and to visit the old working place, and to see Kate and the baby.
I'll be driving back on Saturday and will stop here in Holley to pick up Meg and the rest of my other crap and then hit the rest of the road onwards back to Michigan.
It's been an entertaining week. I got to see some family members I hadn't seen in a while. I got to see some friends I hadn't seen in a while. I shot some pretty mean darts at C&S. I got dealt some pretty decent Euchre cards. Not much else exciting happened.
Have a good one. ¶ 12/30/2004 01:41:00 AM 0 comments
Thursday, December 23, 2004
Vick: Falcon for Life
The Atlanta Falcons today announced that they have extended the contract of Pro Bowl QB Michael Vick. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Michael Vick chats with reporters Thursday after signing a long-term contract extension with the Falcons
"This is a terrific day for Michael, for Atlanta Falcons fans, and for the entire Falcons organization," said team owner & CEO Arthur Blank. "We've said on numerous occasions that this franchise is committed to bringing a world championship to the city of Atlanta and the state of Georgia, as well as to building a sustainable winning organization consistently in the hunt. Today's contract extension for Michael, in our opinion, moves us closer to achieving these goals.
"Michael is arguably the NFL's most exciting football player. He's a tremendous competitor, a winner, and an outstanding young man who is well deserving of this extension," Blank continued. "History shows that great teams that are able to win over long periods of time are anchored by tremendous quarterbacks. Coupled with the coaching staff, front office, and players we have in place, as well as the players we will add in the future, we feel our team is well-positioned for long-term success."
"Our object will always be centered and focused on keeping together our core players and clearly Michael Vick is one of those players," said Falcons president & general manager Rich McKay, who orchestrated Vick's contract extension.
"At a relatively early stage in his career, Michael has established himself as one of the best players at his position and that is very hard to do. Arthur (Blank) has made it clear to me that he will do whatever it takes to bring a championship to the city of Atlanta, and extending Michael's contract is obviously an important piece of that pursuit. From a football standpoint, we're always going to be looking for ways of improving our team, and when you have an exceptional guy who plays the pivot position, known in football as the quarterback, you're going to have a chance to be very successful year in and year out."
Vick, 6-0, 215 pounds, was chosen by the Falcons with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2001 NFL Draft out of Virginia Tech. The Falcons made a trade with the San Diego Chargers on the eve of the draft in order to acquire the pick to draft Vick. The NFL's fifth-winningest active starting quarterback (minimum 35 starts) with a .671 winning percentage, Vick's play has been a vital component for the Falcons, who have now secured two playoff berths in the last three years.
With a style of play which cannot be completely measured by statistics, Vick's unique combination of athleticism and instinct has contributed to him being one of the NFL's most recognizable superstars despite being only 24 years of age.
Earlier this week, Vick was named to his second Pro Bowl for his performance during the 2004 season, which to date has included 2,278 yards passing and 889 yards rushing, along with 16 combined touchdowns (13 passing and 3 rushing).
Vick's 889 rushing yards this season currently rank him third on the NFL's all-time list for the most rushing yards by a quarterback. He needs 80 more yards to break Chicago QB Bobby Douglass' 32-year-old record of 968 yards set in 1972. Vick's rushing total includes three 100-yard games in 2004, which ties the single-season modern day record for the most 100-yard rushing games by a quarterback. His 104 yards rushing in the Falcons 14-10 win over the New York Giants on November 21 gave him the fifth 100-yard rushing game of his career, the most for a quarterback in NFL history. Twice named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week in 2004, Vick became the first player ever to throw for more than 250 yards and rush for more than 100 yards in the same game in the Falcons 41-28 victory over Denver on October 31.
In his first full season as a starter in 2002, Vick led the Falcons to a 9-6-1 record, enabling them to earn a playoff berth as a Wild Card entry. In the NFC Wild Card Game at frigid Lambeau Field, the Falcons made history in becoming the first team ever to defeat the Green Bay Packers in a home playoff game.
Vick's 2002 season culminated with him being named to the NFC's Pro Bowl squad, making him - at 22 years, seven months and seven days - the second-youngest quarterback (Dan Marino, 22 years, four months, 14 days) ever selected to play in the game. The Pro Bowl honor came on the heels of a season in which Vick set four NFL records and five team records as a first-year starter. As a passer, Vick's 2002 statistics included a 55-percent completion rate (231-of-421 passes) for 2,936 yards and a two-to-one touchdown-to-interception ratio (16-8). Vick did not throw an interception until the first quarter of the season's eighth game at Baltimore.
What separated Vick from the rest of the NFL's quarterbacks was what he could do with his legs as he finished the 2002 campaign with 777 yards, the third-highest total for a quarterback at the time (since surpassed by his 889 yards this season). Vick's play was the catalyst during an eight-game unbeaten streak (7-0-1) in the middle of the 2002 season, which culminated with a 30-24 overtime victory at Minnesota. Against the Vikings, Vick set single-game NFL records for the most rushing yards by a quarterback with 173 yards and the highest single-game rushing average (17.3 yards per carry). His 46-yard touchdown run in overtime capped off a game in which he combined for 325 yards in total offense (173 rushing, 152 passing) and three touchdowns (two rushing, one passing).
In 2003, a broken right fibula suffered in the second preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens sidelined Vick for the first 11-plus games of the regular season. Vick made his first start of 2003 in the season's 13th game against the Carolina Panthers. Despite more than three months of inactivity, Vick accounted for 320 (179 passing, 141 rushing) of the Falcons 380 yards in total offense, including the second 100-yard rushing game of his career (14-141) as the Falcons upset the eventual NFC Champion Panthers 20-14 in overtime.
Vick would eventually lead the Falcons to a 3-1 record over the last four games of the season, including a 30-28 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which snapped a six-game losing streak to the Buccaneers. ¶ 12/23/2004 11:33:00 PM 0 comments
The Atlanta Falcons today announced that they have extended the contract of Pro Bowl QB Michael Vick. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Michael Vick chats with reporters Thursday after signing a long-term contract extension with the Falcons
"This is a terrific day for Michael, for Atlanta Falcons fans, and for the entire Falcons organization," said team owner & CEO Arthur Blank. "We've said on numerous occasions that this franchise is committed to bringing a world championship to the city of Atlanta and the state of Georgia, as well as to building a sustainable winning organization consistently in the hunt. Today's contract extension for Michael, in our opinion, moves us closer to achieving these goals.
"Michael is arguably the NFL's most exciting football player. He's a tremendous competitor, a winner, and an outstanding young man who is well deserving of this extension," Blank continued. "History shows that great teams that are able to win over long periods of time are anchored by tremendous quarterbacks. Coupled with the coaching staff, front office, and players we have in place, as well as the players we will add in the future, we feel our team is well-positioned for long-term success."
"Our object will always be centered and focused on keeping together our core players and clearly Michael Vick is one of those players," said Falcons president & general manager Rich McKay, who orchestrated Vick's contract extension.
"At a relatively early stage in his career, Michael has established himself as one of the best players at his position and that is very hard to do. Arthur (Blank) has made it clear to me that he will do whatever it takes to bring a championship to the city of Atlanta, and extending Michael's contract is obviously an important piece of that pursuit. From a football standpoint, we're always going to be looking for ways of improving our team, and when you have an exceptional guy who plays the pivot position, known in football as the quarterback, you're going to have a chance to be very successful year in and year out."
Vick, 6-0, 215 pounds, was chosen by the Falcons with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2001 NFL Draft out of Virginia Tech. The Falcons made a trade with the San Diego Chargers on the eve of the draft in order to acquire the pick to draft Vick. The NFL's fifth-winningest active starting quarterback (minimum 35 starts) with a .671 winning percentage, Vick's play has been a vital component for the Falcons, who have now secured two playoff berths in the last three years.
With a style of play which cannot be completely measured by statistics, Vick's unique combination of athleticism and instinct has contributed to him being one of the NFL's most recognizable superstars despite being only 24 years of age.
Earlier this week, Vick was named to his second Pro Bowl for his performance during the 2004 season, which to date has included 2,278 yards passing and 889 yards rushing, along with 16 combined touchdowns (13 passing and 3 rushing).
Vick's 889 rushing yards this season currently rank him third on the NFL's all-time list for the most rushing yards by a quarterback. He needs 80 more yards to break Chicago QB Bobby Douglass' 32-year-old record of 968 yards set in 1972. Vick's rushing total includes three 100-yard games in 2004, which ties the single-season modern day record for the most 100-yard rushing games by a quarterback. His 104 yards rushing in the Falcons 14-10 win over the New York Giants on November 21 gave him the fifth 100-yard rushing game of his career, the most for a quarterback in NFL history. Twice named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week in 2004, Vick became the first player ever to throw for more than 250 yards and rush for more than 100 yards in the same game in the Falcons 41-28 victory over Denver on October 31.
In his first full season as a starter in 2002, Vick led the Falcons to a 9-6-1 record, enabling them to earn a playoff berth as a Wild Card entry. In the NFC Wild Card Game at frigid Lambeau Field, the Falcons made history in becoming the first team ever to defeat the Green Bay Packers in a home playoff game.
Vick's 2002 season culminated with him being named to the NFC's Pro Bowl squad, making him - at 22 years, seven months and seven days - the second-youngest quarterback (Dan Marino, 22 years, four months, 14 days) ever selected to play in the game. The Pro Bowl honor came on the heels of a season in which Vick set four NFL records and five team records as a first-year starter. As a passer, Vick's 2002 statistics included a 55-percent completion rate (231-of-421 passes) for 2,936 yards and a two-to-one touchdown-to-interception ratio (16-8). Vick did not throw an interception until the first quarter of the season's eighth game at Baltimore.
What separated Vick from the rest of the NFL's quarterbacks was what he could do with his legs as he finished the 2002 campaign with 777 yards, the third-highest total for a quarterback at the time (since surpassed by his 889 yards this season). Vick's play was the catalyst during an eight-game unbeaten streak (7-0-1) in the middle of the 2002 season, which culminated with a 30-24 overtime victory at Minnesota. Against the Vikings, Vick set single-game NFL records for the most rushing yards by a quarterback with 173 yards and the highest single-game rushing average (17.3 yards per carry). His 46-yard touchdown run in overtime capped off a game in which he combined for 325 yards in total offense (173 rushing, 152 passing) and three touchdowns (two rushing, one passing).
In 2003, a broken right fibula suffered in the second preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens sidelined Vick for the first 11-plus games of the regular season. Vick made his first start of 2003 in the season's 13th game against the Carolina Panthers. Despite more than three months of inactivity, Vick accounted for 320 (179 passing, 141 rushing) of the Falcons 380 yards in total offense, including the second 100-yard rushing game of his career (14-141) as the Falcons upset the eventual NFC Champion Panthers 20-14 in overtime.
Vick would eventually lead the Falcons to a 3-1 record over the last four games of the season, including a 30-28 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which snapped a six-game losing streak to the Buccaneers. ¶ 12/23/2004 11:33:00 PM 0 comments
Wednesday, December 22, 2004
4 Falcon Pro Bowlers
Four Atlanta Falcons players - LB Keith Brooking, TE Alge Crumpler, DE Patrick Kerney and QB Michael Vick - were named to the NFC's Pro Bowl squad, according to an announcement by the NFL on Wednesday.
Atlanta's four Pro Bowl selections represent the highest number of Falcons selected to play in the NFL's annual all-star game since 1998 when six Falcons players made the trip to Honolulu, Hawaii.
Brooking will be making his fourth consecutive trip to the Pro Bowl after leading the Falcons in combined tackles (130) for the fourth consecutive season in addition to tallying 2.5 sacks and tying his career-best in interceptions with two. Brooking has played a central role in the Falcons' defensive turnaround from last season. In 2004, the Falcons defense has given up 7.4 fewer points per game and 54.5 fewer yards per game than it did after 14 games in 2003. Seven times this season, the Falcons defense has limited the opposition to 17 or fewer points.
After being named to his first Pro Bowl in 2003, Crumpler will be returning to Honolulu for the second straight year after a season in which he broke the single-season franchise record for the most receptions by a tight end (Junior Miller, 46 receptions in 1980). Currently leading the Falcons in receiving with 48 receptions for 774 yards, Crumpler has led the Falcons (or shared the lead) in receiving nine times this season. Twice this season he has eclipsed his career high in receptions. He caught six passes for 82 yards at San Francisco (Sept. 12) and then caught a career-best seven passes for 86 yards at Denver (Oct. 31). Known for his big-play ability, Crumpler has caught 17 passes of 20 or more yards, which leads all tight ends in the NFL. He also leads all tight ends who have at least 30 receptions with a 16.1-yard per-catch average, and has had at least one reception of 20 or more yards in 11 of 14 games this season.
The Falcons most consistent pass rusher the last three seasons, Kerney will be making his first trip to the Pro Bowl following the third double-digit sack season of his career. Earlier this season, the NFL recognized Kerney in naming him the NFC's Defensive Player of the Month (September). Kerney's play was a key during the season's opening month as he tallied five sacks in helping the Falcons get off to a 3-0 start. In the Falcons' 6-3 win against Arizona (Sept. 26), Kerney posted a career-high 3.0 sacks and seven tackles. In a 34-17 win against St. Louis in the 2004 home opener, Kerney posted 2.0 sacks and six tackles, as the defense limited St. Louis to 280 total yards. In addition to leading the team in sacks (10), Kerney is also third on the team in combined tackles (75) and also has three passes defensed and one interception to his credit. Kerney's 10 sacks have quickly moved him up on the Falcons' all-time sacks list. At the outset of the season, Kerney was eighth on the Falcons' all-time list. Kerney needs four more sacks to pass former Falcons DE John Zook (47 sacks from 1969-75) for third on the team's all-time list.
Vick came out in 2004 and led the Falcons to a 4-0 start despite learning the intricacies of a new offense. Vick's play would eventually help the Falcons clinch their third division title in team history. Three times this season, Vick rushed for more than 100 yards - 109 vs. St. Louis, 115 yards at Denver, and 104 yards at N.Y. Giants - tying the modern-day single-season record for the most 100-yard rushing games by a quarterback. The three 100-yard outings gave him five for his career, which set a record for the most 100-yard rushing games by a quarterback in NFL history. Currently second on the Falcons in rushing with 889 yards, Vick needs 80 more yards (40.0 yards per game) to set the NFL single-season record for the most yards rushing by a quarterback (Bobby Douglass 968 yards rushing for Chicago in 1972). Twice this season, Vick was named the NFC's Player of the Week after leading the Falcons to wins vs. St. Louis (accounted for 283 yards in total offense - 174 passing, 109 rushing) and at Denver, becoming the first quarterback ever to throw for more than 250 yards and rush for more than 100 yards in the same game.
In addition, Vick has led the Falcons to comeback victories when they were either tied or behind in the fourth quarter, most recently last week's 34-31 overtime win over Carolina in which Vick forced an extra period when he scrambled 12 yards for a touchdown on fourth and goal to tie the game at 31-31 with 1:37 remaining. The Falcons are 9-0 in games they have led at the half in 2004, due in large part to Vick's efficiency. In the first half of games this season, Vick has completed 58 percent of his passes (99 of 171) for 1,223 yards with eight touchdowns and a 81.1 passer rating. In addition, Vick has also rushed 64 times for 524 yards (8.2 avg. per carry) in the first half of games this year.
View the complete Pro Bowl roster for both conferences ¶ 12/22/2004 04:48:00 PM 0 comments
Four Atlanta Falcons players - LB Keith Brooking, TE Alge Crumpler, DE Patrick Kerney and QB Michael Vick - were named to the NFC's Pro Bowl squad, according to an announcement by the NFL on Wednesday.
Atlanta's four Pro Bowl selections represent the highest number of Falcons selected to play in the NFL's annual all-star game since 1998 when six Falcons players made the trip to Honolulu, Hawaii.
Brooking will be making his fourth consecutive trip to the Pro Bowl after leading the Falcons in combined tackles (130) for the fourth consecutive season in addition to tallying 2.5 sacks and tying his career-best in interceptions with two. Brooking has played a central role in the Falcons' defensive turnaround from last season. In 2004, the Falcons defense has given up 7.4 fewer points per game and 54.5 fewer yards per game than it did after 14 games in 2003. Seven times this season, the Falcons defense has limited the opposition to 17 or fewer points.
After being named to his first Pro Bowl in 2003, Crumpler will be returning to Honolulu for the second straight year after a season in which he broke the single-season franchise record for the most receptions by a tight end (Junior Miller, 46 receptions in 1980). Currently leading the Falcons in receiving with 48 receptions for 774 yards, Crumpler has led the Falcons (or shared the lead) in receiving nine times this season. Twice this season he has eclipsed his career high in receptions. He caught six passes for 82 yards at San Francisco (Sept. 12) and then caught a career-best seven passes for 86 yards at Denver (Oct. 31). Known for his big-play ability, Crumpler has caught 17 passes of 20 or more yards, which leads all tight ends in the NFL. He also leads all tight ends who have at least 30 receptions with a 16.1-yard per-catch average, and has had at least one reception of 20 or more yards in 11 of 14 games this season.
The Falcons most consistent pass rusher the last three seasons, Kerney will be making his first trip to the Pro Bowl following the third double-digit sack season of his career. Earlier this season, the NFL recognized Kerney in naming him the NFC's Defensive Player of the Month (September). Kerney's play was a key during the season's opening month as he tallied five sacks in helping the Falcons get off to a 3-0 start. In the Falcons' 6-3 win against Arizona (Sept. 26), Kerney posted a career-high 3.0 sacks and seven tackles. In a 34-17 win against St. Louis in the 2004 home opener, Kerney posted 2.0 sacks and six tackles, as the defense limited St. Louis to 280 total yards. In addition to leading the team in sacks (10), Kerney is also third on the team in combined tackles (75) and also has three passes defensed and one interception to his credit. Kerney's 10 sacks have quickly moved him up on the Falcons' all-time sacks list. At the outset of the season, Kerney was eighth on the Falcons' all-time list. Kerney needs four more sacks to pass former Falcons DE John Zook (47 sacks from 1969-75) for third on the team's all-time list.
Vick came out in 2004 and led the Falcons to a 4-0 start despite learning the intricacies of a new offense. Vick's play would eventually help the Falcons clinch their third division title in team history. Three times this season, Vick rushed for more than 100 yards - 109 vs. St. Louis, 115 yards at Denver, and 104 yards at N.Y. Giants - tying the modern-day single-season record for the most 100-yard rushing games by a quarterback. The three 100-yard outings gave him five for his career, which set a record for the most 100-yard rushing games by a quarterback in NFL history. Currently second on the Falcons in rushing with 889 yards, Vick needs 80 more yards (40.0 yards per game) to set the NFL single-season record for the most yards rushing by a quarterback (Bobby Douglass 968 yards rushing for Chicago in 1972). Twice this season, Vick was named the NFC's Player of the Week after leading the Falcons to wins vs. St. Louis (accounted for 283 yards in total offense - 174 passing, 109 rushing) and at Denver, becoming the first quarterback ever to throw for more than 250 yards and rush for more than 100 yards in the same game.
In addition, Vick has led the Falcons to comeback victories when they were either tied or behind in the fourth quarter, most recently last week's 34-31 overtime win over Carolina in which Vick forced an extra period when he scrambled 12 yards for a touchdown on fourth and goal to tie the game at 31-31 with 1:37 remaining. The Falcons are 9-0 in games they have led at the half in 2004, due in large part to Vick's efficiency. In the first half of games this season, Vick has completed 58 percent of his passes (99 of 171) for 1,223 yards with eight touchdowns and a 81.1 passer rating. In addition, Vick has also rushed 64 times for 524 yards (8.2 avg. per carry) in the first half of games this year.
View the complete Pro Bowl roster for both conferences ¶ 12/22/2004 04:48:00 PM 0 comments
Tuesday, December 21, 2004
Super Vick
Michael Vick, Mr Amazing, ties up last Saturday's game against the Carolina Panthers. Jay Feely kicked the game winning kick in overtime and Atlanta clinched the number 2 seed in the NFC playoffs.
Vick and several other starters will rest this weekend in anticipation of the offseason. ¶ 12/21/2004 06:11:00 PM 0 comments
Michael Vick, Mr Amazing, ties up last Saturday's game against the Carolina Panthers. Jay Feely kicked the game winning kick in overtime and Atlanta clinched the number 2 seed in the NFC playoffs.
Vick and several other starters will rest this weekend in anticipation of the offseason. ¶ 12/21/2004 06:11:00 PM 0 comments
Saturday, December 18, 2004
Halloween Baby!
I forgot to show you this... so I will now...
Check it out! It's baby Anna Lail as a little pea pod! Heehee.
¶ 12/18/2004 05:12:00 PM 0 comments
Check it out! It's baby Anna Lail as a little pea pod! Heehee.
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Thursday, December 16, 2004
Hudson Traded to the Braves
Braves trade Thomas, Cruz for Tim Hudson
By DAVID O'BRIEN
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Published on: 12/16/04
The Braves got their man Thursday, finalizing a trade for Oakland Athletics ace Tim Hudson to give Atlanta what figures to be one of the best starting rotations in baseball.
Atlanta gave up plenty, sending top left-handed prospect Dan Meyer, outfielder Charles Thomas and right-hander Juan Cruz to the Athletics in the deal expected to be announced after 5 p.m.
But they got a bona fide ace who's just entering his prime to pair with John Smoltz at the top of the rotation. Smoltz is moving back from the bullpen after three seasons as closer, and the Braves also have right-hander John Thomson and lefties Mike Hampton and Horacio Ramirez under contract.
Hudson, 29, has a 92-39 record and 3.30 ERA in six major league seasons, a .702 winning percentage that ranks third all-time among pitchers with at least 100 decisions.
The two-time All-Star is Oakland's career leader with a .702 winning percentage, and had four straight years with at least 15 wins and 200 innings before finishing 12-6 with a 3.53 ERA in 188 2/3 innings in 2004, when he was slowed by a sore hip.
The Columbus native and former Auburn standout is owed $6.75 million in 2005, after which he's eligible for free agency.
The Braves entered negotiations hoping that Hudson, who's expressed a desire to pitch in Atlanta, would be signable to a long-term extension and not just a one-year rental, as right fielder J.D. Drew ended up being last season. ¶ 12/16/2004 05:19:00 PM 0 comments
By DAVID O'BRIEN
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Published on: 12/16/04
The Braves got their man Thursday, finalizing a trade for Oakland Athletics ace Tim Hudson to give Atlanta what figures to be one of the best starting rotations in baseball.
Atlanta gave up plenty, sending top left-handed prospect Dan Meyer, outfielder Charles Thomas and right-hander Juan Cruz to the Athletics in the deal expected to be announced after 5 p.m.
But they got a bona fide ace who's just entering his prime to pair with John Smoltz at the top of the rotation. Smoltz is moving back from the bullpen after three seasons as closer, and the Braves also have right-hander John Thomson and lefties Mike Hampton and Horacio Ramirez under contract.
Hudson, 29, has a 92-39 record and 3.30 ERA in six major league seasons, a .702 winning percentage that ranks third all-time among pitchers with at least 100 decisions.
The two-time All-Star is Oakland's career leader with a .702 winning percentage, and had four straight years with at least 15 wins and 200 innings before finishing 12-6 with a 3.53 ERA in 188 2/3 innings in 2004, when he was slowed by a sore hip.
The Columbus native and former Auburn standout is owed $6.75 million in 2005, after which he's eligible for free agency.
The Braves entered negotiations hoping that Hudson, who's expressed a desire to pitch in Atlanta, would be signable to a long-term extension and not just a one-year rental, as right fielder J.D. Drew ended up being last season. ¶ 12/16/2004 05:19:00 PM 0 comments
Tuesday, December 14, 2004
Baseball Hot Stove
The MLB Baseball stove is heating up as the prime time to make moves and signings is currently underway. The Braves have already lost a few starting pitchers and JD Drew but talks with Oakland continue to land Tim Hudson.
word is this is cooking right now (sp) Kyle Davies, (sp) Ryan Mayer, and (ss/2nd)Nick Green to Oakland
for (sp) Tim Hudson
wich would allow us to hang onto Giles
making our line up look like this
Starters
Smoltz
Hudson
Hampton
Ramirez
Thompson
Relief
Reitsma
Cruz
Klob
Line Up
1st Base J. Franco/A. LaRoache
2nd Base M. Giles
SS R. Furcal
3rd Base C. Jones
Catcher J. Estrada
Left Field C. Thomas/E. Morero
Cen. Field A. Jones
Right Field ?? ¶ 12/14/2004 02:11:00 PM 1 comments
word is this is cooking right now (sp) Kyle Davies, (sp) Ryan Mayer, and (ss/2nd)Nick Green to Oakland
for (sp) Tim Hudson
wich would allow us to hang onto Giles
making our line up look like this
Starters
Smoltz
Hudson
Hampton
Ramirez
Thompson
Relief
Reitsma
Cruz
Klob
Line Up
1st Base J. Franco/A. LaRoache
2nd Base M. Giles
SS R. Furcal
3rd Base C. Jones
Catcher J. Estrada
Left Field C. Thomas/E. Morero
Cen. Field A. Jones
Right Field ?? ¶ 12/14/2004 02:11:00 PM 1 comments
Saturday, December 04, 2004
Friday, December 03, 2004
Vick Era
With Vick the Atlanta Falcons are 21-10-1
When Vick Runs for 100 12-1
When Vick Runs for a TD 8-1-1 ¶ 12/03/2004 11:33:00 AM 0 comments
With Vick the Atlanta Falcons are 21-10-1
When Vick Runs for 100 12-1
When Vick Runs for a TD 8-1-1 ¶ 12/03/2004 11:33:00 AM 0 comments
Fall in Mount Pleasant
Check out this new Picture Gallery Fall in Mount Pleasant
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Thursday, December 02, 2004
November pics
The Image Gallery is back...
just click Albums above for the most recent collections.
Check out a bunch of pics from November. Here are some samples
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just click Albums above for the most recent collections.
Check out a bunch of pics from November. Here are some samples
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Wednesday, December 01, 2004
Top Ten Quarterbacks
how would you rate them?
Quick List
1. Peyton Manning
2. Tom Brady
3. Donovan McNabb
4. Brett Favre
5. Daute Culpepper
6. Michael Vick
7. Jake Plummer
8. Ben Roethlisberger
9. David Carr
10. Drew Brees
This is based on who I would want in the game if I were trailing and less than 2 minutes left..
Manning obviously first. Brady is proven. Tough call between McNabb and Favre. Culpepper ahead of Vick. Plummer is Elway re-invented but does make mistakes. Ben is still young. Carr has a gun. Brees I guess is good. ¶ 12/01/2004 01:35:00 PM 4 comments
Quick List
1. Peyton Manning
2. Tom Brady
3. Donovan McNabb
4. Brett Favre
5. Daute Culpepper
6. Michael Vick
7. Jake Plummer
8. Ben Roethlisberger
9. David Carr
10. Drew Brees
This is based on who I would want in the game if I were trailing and less than 2 minutes left..
Manning obviously first. Brady is proven. Tough call between McNabb and Favre. Culpepper ahead of Vick. Plummer is Elway re-invented but does make mistakes. Ben is still young. Carr has a gun. Brees I guess is good. ¶ 12/01/2004 01:35:00 PM 4 comments
