SearchArchives for: June 2007Passport expires: NFL Europa folds after 16 years30th June 2007
NFL hopes rules, jargon dont delay game in China29th June 2007
Drafts Mr. Irrelevant agrees to deal with Lions29th June 2007
Pasquarelli: NFL Europa ends with a whimper, not a bang29th June 2007
Vashers new deal to pay $15.6 million by 200829th June 2007
FEDERER WINS 50TH IN A ROW29th June 2007 WIMBLEDON, England - "GOD MADE ROGER FEDERER." That sign, white block letters on a dark background, stands in front of a church in Wimbledon village, about a 20-minute walk from the All England Club. Told about it, Federer appreciated the...This articl… more » Categories: The Sports Column KEEPING ALIVE FRITZS MEMORY29th June 2007 EUPHORIC and saddened by death and life, buoyed and bummed by deference and disregard, todays posting covers the consciousness countryside. Wednesdays business linking anguish and animation has left me an emotional soak hose. In the space of six...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column BIGGIO, THOMAS HIT MILESTONES29th June 2007 Craig Biggio joined the 3,000 career hits club, and Carlos Lees grand slam in the 11th gave the Astros an 8-5 win over the Rockies last night in Houston. Lees shot to left field off Brian Fuentes (0-3) came on the first pitch. Biggio singled in...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column NETS GAMBLE ON WILLIAMS29th June 2007 Admittedly, it is a high-risk pick. But it could have an extremely high reward. So when the Nets chose at No. 17 in last nights NBA Draft, they didnt hesitate. Sean Williams, the 6-foot, 10-inch shot-blocker deluxe from Boston College, remained...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column MIGHT BE WORTH THE TROUBLE29th June 2007 As the draft approached last night, the Nets still weighed and re-weighed their options. Size was a need. But should talent overshadow need? And perhaps the biggest determination was whether off-court issues should blanket both need and talent. So...Thi… more » Categories: The Sports Column MESS, STEVENS GET HALL CALL29th June 2007 Theyre official legends now, Mark Messier and Scott Stevens, enthroned in the Hall of Fame, captains who defined the Golden Decade of Our NHL here with four Stanley Cups between them. Topping a long and impressive list of candidates who didnt...This ar… more » Categories: The Sports Column MAIDEN WINNER SHOWS PROMISE29th June 2007 2ND RACE - While trainer Gary Contessa is serving a seven-day suspension, his barn is being run by the capable hands of Kim Laudati. The first winner for Laudati since returning to training was an impressive two-year-old maiden winning filly by Hook...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column SERBY’S EXCLUSIVE Q&A WITH...GREG ODEN29th June 2007 The Post’s Steve Serby sat down with the Ohio State 19-year-old man-child who was selected first by the Trail Blazers in last night’s NBA Draft: Q: You’ve been compared to David Robinson, Tim Duncan, Bill Russell . . . how do you see yourself? A...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column NEW YORKS NOAH LANDS IN CHICAGO29th June 2007 Joakim Noah spent part of his youth growing up in Hells Kitchen, practically in the shadow of Madison Square Garden. And he remained a Knicks fan - until last night. "The Bulls used to make me cry as a kid," Noah said after he was selected by...This ar… more » Categories: The Sports Column TOP PAIR29th June 2007 Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. Spike Lee and Reggie Miller. Celtics and Lakers. The burning passion of rivalries is the lifeblood of the NBA, and the league got an infusion of red cells last night. The latest players who will be linked throughout...Thi… more » Categories: The Sports Column Marylands Gaither applies for supplemental draft29th June 2007
Dolphins release tackle Evans following arrest29th June 2007
Culpepper grievance hearing scheduled for Friday28th June 2007
Rookie symposium has perfect attendance again28th June 2007
Packers plan to add barriers for increased security28th June 2007
Wojciechowski: Stupidity cant be rewarded28th June 2007
Panthers sign fourth-round draft pick Robinson27th June 2007
Romeo Must Win27th June 2007
Court clears way for pat-downs at Bucs games27th June 2007
Dolphins DT Evans had prior arrest in Texas27th June 2007
Bears pull plug on Tank Johnson27th June 2007
SURPRISE! PEDRO THROWS SOME BP27th June 2007 Pedro Martinez felt so good yesterday, the original plans for him were scrapped. Martinez was slated to throw his sixth bullpen session yesterday in Port St. Lucie, but he had been progressing so well and feeling so lively, he tossed 45 pitches of...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column DELGADO DESERVES BOOS27th June 2007 DONT use up all your boos on cursed reliever Scott Schoeneweis. Carlos Delgado heard his share last night in the Mets ugly 5-3, 11-inning loss to the Cardinals at steamy Shea Stadium. Delgado came into the game batting .167 over the last seven...This a… more » Categories: The Sports Column BRONX’S MEJIA HAS A PRAYER27th June 2007 There won’t be a big party tomorrow night when Sammy Mejia watches the NBA Draft in his family’s Bronx apartment. It’s not just because the former DePaul standout is unsure when, or if, he’ll get selected. “Little guys like me don’t have parties,”...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column MR. VERSATILITY27th June 2007 The more DePaul coach Jerry Wainwright talked about Wilson Chandler, the more apparent it became why Isiah Thomas is seriously considering the athletic, 6-8, sophomore forward with the Knicks’ pick (23rd overall) in tomorrow’s NBA Draft. “The...This art… more » Categories: The Sports Column SUNS EYE KG27th June 2007 Talks between the Lakers and Timberwolves concerning Kevin Garnett had broken down, ESPN reported last night. A league source said that the latest trade scenario has Garnett landing in Phoenix with the Suns. Three teams are involved in these...This art… more » Categories: The Sports Column LIBS LOSE 3RD STRAIGHT27th June 2007 SACRAMENTO, Calif. Rebekkah Brunson had 15 points and eight rebounds last night, and the Sacramento Monarchs never trailed as they handed the Liberty their third straight loss in a 59-46 decision. The Monarchs made two 3-pointers to start the game...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column HONDO NEEDS A BUC27th June 2007 Hondo, who dipped his toes into red ink Monday night, did a double-cannonball into the stuff last night as he went down with the Blue Jays and Bo sawx to raise the deficit to 130 mazeroskis. Tonight, Mr. Aitch will see if the Pirates want to patch...Thi… more » Categories: The Sports Column DAMON RETURNS TO LINEUP27th June 2007 BALTIMORE - Johnny Damon returned from a trip home to Florida as a new man. Forget the disabled list, hes eager to play some center field. Damon was in last nights starting lineup as the designated hitter after a chiropractor adjusted four of...This ar… more » Categories: The Sports Column NASCAR ZAPS GORDON27th June 2007 Jeff Gordons lead atop the Nextel Cup points standings is no longer insurmountable. NASCARs top driver and Hendrick teammate Jimmie Johnson each was penalized 100 driver points yesterday for violations this past weekend at Sonoma, Calif...This article… more » Categories: The Sports Column ROCKET MUST FIRE ON ALL CYLINDERS27th June 2007 BALTIMORE - Well, this is as good a time as any to see if Roger Clemens is going to provide the Yankees with anything other than an age-defying workout every five days. They need him now. They need him tonight in a way they so rarely needed him his...Thi… more » Categories: The Sports Column YANKS WALK AWAY LOSERS27th June 2007 BALTIMORE - Derek Jeter had plenty to be thankful for yesterday on his 33rd birthday. Too bad playing for a winning team wasnt among those blessings. It will take more than a birthday wish from the captain for the Yankees to salvage this...This article… more » Categories: The Sports Column CLOSE CALL FOR VENUS27th June 2007 WIMBLEDON - Three-time champion Venus Williams came back from a break down in the last two sets to avoid a major first-round surprise yesterday against a Russian teenager playing her first match at Wimbledon. Williams appeared on the brink of...This ar… more » Categories: The Sports Column 5-RUN NINTH RALLIES TRIBE27th June 2007 Kelly Shoppachs pinch-hit, three-run homer capped a five-run ninth-inning rally last night and gave the Indians an 8-5 win over the Athletics in Cleveland - dropping the Yankees eight games back in the AL wild-card race. Shoppach hit a 1-0 pitch...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column REPEAT NOT IN THE CARDS27th June 2007 The crowd at Shea Stadium booed Scott Schoeneweis when he entered the game in the 11th inning last night. Mets fans are either very knowledgeable - or psychic. Schoeneweis confirmed the worst fears of a crowd of 40,053, allowing the go-ahead homer...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column VALENTINS MISTAKES STICK OUT27th June 2007 Jose Valentin didnt have a hand in every pivotal play down the stretch in the Mets 5-3, 11-inning loss to St. Louis last night. It just seemed that way. After a defensive gaffe helped the Cardinals score a go-ahead run in the seventh inning...This arti… more » Categories: The Sports Column INJURED KRSTIC DOWNPLAYS CONTRACT27th June 2007 When Nenad Krstic’s left knee buckled in disastrous fashion last Dec. 22, the Nets center thought only about playing again. Finances never entered his mind. “The first couple days, I was worried not financially but more about if I’d ever be 100...This a… more » Categories: The Sports Column BIG DECISIONS27th June 2007 The Nets love them all for one reason or another. They’re leery of them all for one reason or another. With those feelings about the big men they are likely to find available to them tomorrow night when they pick 17th in the NBA Draft, the Nets may...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column CONGRESS TOLD OF NFL HORRORS27th June 2007 WASHINGTON - Aging NFL retirees told Congress yesterday that playing professional football left them with broken bodies, brain damage and empty bank accounts. Lawmakers said they may get involved if a better pension and disability system isnt...This arti… more » Categories: The Sports Column ON-LINE SURVEY CAN HELP FLUKE ANGLERS27th June 2007 THE current fluke regula tions are having a harmful effect on the recreational fishing industry, and the regulations are based on erroneous records used by the National Marine Fisheries Service. Fluke, also called summer flounder, is one of the...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column Ex-players blast union over pensions27th June 2007
Goodell stresses player conduct in rookie briefing26th June 2007
Pasquarelli: Williams tops list of second-year pros ready to shine26th June 2007
Bears CB spending spree wont extend to Briggs26th June 2007
BOOMING BOBBY IS REPLACED BY BUMBLING BOBBY26th June 2007 BALTIMORE - To lay all the Yankees’ hitting woes on Bobby Abreu’s shoulders would be unfair. However, since he hits third, makes $15 million and is batting .257, the hottest spotlight falls on the left-handed hitter. Joe Torre didn’t start Abreu...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column RED BULLS DEAL FOR DEFENSE26th June 2007 The Red Bulls injury-plagued defense has been struggling, so coach Bruce Arena shook up his backline yesterday by trading left back Todd Dunivant to Toronto for defender Kevin Goldwaite. With Dunivant, a 26-year-old National Team player, and...This art… more » Categories: The Sports Column MS POUND SAWX; BRAVES SNAP SKID26th June 2007 Jeff Weaver won his second straight start after a dismal start to the season, pitching the Mariners to a 9-4 win over the Red Sox last night in Seattle. Jose Lopez capped a five-run fifth inning with a two-run single and Kenji Johjima and Adrian...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column BLUESHIRTS CUT RACHUNEK LOOSE26th June 2007 Its likely a function of needing to keep as much cap space available in order to sign first- and second-line centers, with a bit of cost-for-value analysis added to the equation, but whatever the reason, the Rangers failed to qualify Karel Rachunek...Thi… more » Categories: The Sports Column LUCAS AIMS TO FIGHT FOR FALLEN EAGLE26th June 2007 John Lucas suffered through drug abuse and nearly lost it, but the former NBA star got a second chance. After rehab, he helped and counseled many troubled athletes. Now, when he is asked about one of his latest projects, Boston Colleges...This article is… more » Categories: The Sports Column GOMEZ A QUICK STUDY26th June 2007 Jose Reyes said his Mets teammate, Carlos Gomez, is a five-tool player, and even faster than Reyes. General manager Omar Minaya has called the rookie outfielder the fastest he ever has seen getting to first base. But Gomez is maturing even faster...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column PARALYZED TILDEN STAR WILL ATTEND GRADUATION26th June 2007 When Alanzo George told his mother, Laverne, that he wanted to attend his high school graduation, she was hesitant. "She didnt know if it was such a good idea," George said. "I just let her think about it and she came around." So today George...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column HONDO HAS A PAIR26th June 2007 Hondos irrational National selection proved costly last night in Atlanta as he fell back into red ink with a deficit of 30 ainges. Tonight, hell try to bag a deuce with the Blue Jays and Bosawx - 10 units apiece. * Commissioner Roger Goodell...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column TRIPLE-A PERFECTO26th June 2007 ROUND ROCK, Texas - Brewers farmhand Manny Parra pitched a perfect game last night, leading the Nashville Sounds to a 3-0 victory over Round Rock in the Triple-A Pacific Coast League. Making his second start at Triple-A, the 24-year-old lefty...This ar… more » Categories: The Sports Column SCAT DADDY RETIRED26th June 2007 Scat Daddy, a Grade 1 Stakes winner, has been retired from racing due to a tendon injury in his right foreleg, trainer Todd Pletcher announced yesterday. Pletcher believes the injury could have taken place in the May 5 Kentucky Derby, where the...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column Vegas bouncer sues Pacman over shooting, melee26th June 2007
Bears ink Vasher to five-year contract extension26th June 2007
Morgan St. DT available in supplemental draft25th June 2007
Clayton: Summer story lines to occupy down time25th June 2007
NFLs Colts lead pack with six ESPY nominations25th June 2007
Conduct to be emphasized at rookie symposium24th June 2007
QB Kitna says Lions will win 10-plus games in 0724th June 2007
Manumaleuna signs three-year deal with Chargers24th June 2007
Falcons sign Orlando Huff, add depth at linebacker24th June 2007
GMS IN A FIX24th June 2007 BRIAN Cashman and Omar Minaya are out on the tightrope now. They have to win this year. Their payrolls say that. Their owners say that. Their fans say that. But this season does not exist in a vacuum. They also have to win next year and, especially...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column COKE WAS IT24th June 2007 THIS anniversary arrived a little more quietly, a little more anonymously, and maybe you can understand all the reasons for that. Everyone jumped into the mix to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Tom Seaver trade, The Day The Mets Died, the...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column HAVEN’T SEEN LAST OF POSADA AT FIRST24th June 2007 As a way to keep Jorge Posada’s bat in the lineup in Colorado while Mike Mussina worked with personal catcher Wil Nieves, Joe Torre gave Posada his first start at first base since 2001. But that doesn’t have to be a rarity. Bench coach Don Mattingly...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column TWISTS & TURNS24th June 2007 Nextel Cup regulars and road-course ringers will find a challenge today when the Car of Tomorrow (COT) is raced at Infineon Raceway for the first time in the Toyota/Savemart 350 (TNT, 5 p.m.). Infineon Raceway is one of two road courses on the...This a… more » Categories: The Sports Column UNFORGETTABLE MISTER RUSSELL24th June 2007 SOME things you never forget, no matter how cluttered the compartments of your mind become over the years. When was I 6 or 7, maybe a bit older, my father, an Associated Press radio writer, took me with him to see Joe Louis train. I’m unsure if the...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column PODS POUND SAWX24th June 2007 Chris Young pitched one-hit ball for seven innings, Khalil Greene homered twice off Tim Wakefield and Josh Bard hit a contested homer last night to lead the Padres to a 6-1 win over the Red Sox in San Diego. The Padres snapped a three-game losing...Thi… more » Categories: The Sports Column UNION SHOULD BUMP UP CAP24th June 2007 COLUMBUS, Ohio -The promotion of Boston owner Jeremy Jacobs, the most hawkish and virulent anti-union voice leading up to and throughout the NHL lockout, to chairman of the Board of Governors, should tell the players all they need to know about...This ar… more » Categories: The Sports Column BALTIMORON24th June 2007 One baseball veteran stood at his locker last week and pondered the rumors that were circulating that Joe Girardi was going to become the new manager of the Orioles. “Why would he want that job?” the player asked. It turns out he wouldn’t...This articl… more » Categories: The Sports Column GREAT TO GET & GOOD TO GO24th June 2007 SO Kobe Bryant wants to be traded out of L.A. Oh, wait a min ute . . . no, he wants to stay. Hold on . . . he wants to go again. Lets hope youre not as loosey-goosey with your fantasy baseball. Its shouldnt be a hard concept. Decide whom you...This art… more » Categories: The Sports Column NO’ REGRET$24th June 2007 As he awaited a flight to New York from Gainesville Regional Airport early last week, there was no place for Joakim Noah to hide. “Thanks, man,” one fan told him, interrupting a cell phone call. “We’ll never forget what you did.” “Good luck in the...Th… more » Categories: The Sports Column Bramlet tosses 4 TDs in Hamburgs World Bowl win24th June 2007
Dolphins Evans tasered, arrested in Miami Beach23rd June 2007
FRAN-TASTIC23rd June 2007 SAN FRANCISCO - Kei Igawa helped the Yankees stop a three-game losing streak more at the plate than on the mound last night at AT&T Park, where Barry Bonds inched closer to replacing Henry Aaron as the all-time home run king. Summoned from...This artic… more » Categories: The Sports Column FIELDER TALKS ABOUT SON, ROIDS23rd June 2007 TORONTO - Former Yankees slugger Cecil Fielder said he wont try to renew his relationship with his son, Prince, until the Brewers star treats him with more respect. Prince Fielder was leading the National League with 26 homers entering play...This arti… more » Categories: The Sports Column ONE OF THE GREATEST23rd June 2007 SAN FRANCISCO - It started out as a tribute to Barry Bonds and ended with Alex Rodriguez professing his love for this city. In between, Rodriguez said he is looking forward to playing in the All-Star Game next month at AT&T Park but wont...This article… more » Categories: The Sports Column YANKEES DELAY ON DAMON DL DECISION23rd June 2007 SAN FRANCISCO - Johnny Damon isnt on the disabled list - yet. Nevertheless, the Yankees leadoff hitter with the aching body isnt being counted on to play until Tuesday in Baltimore at the earliest. "He is not going to start any of these three...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column RUSSIAN ROULETTE23rd June 2007 COLUMBUS, Ohio - On the night NHL Entry Draft history was made when Americans went 1-2 for the first time, the Rangers may well have come away with the steal of the first round by reaching across the ocean to Russia to grab consensus top-five pick...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column PIAZZA PUTS ON SHOW IN BP, HOLDS COURT AT SHEA23rd June 2007 At least there was batting practice. Mike Piazza returned to Shea yesterday afternoon with the visiting As, taking BP despite being on the disabled list with a sprained right shoulder. Before smashing five BP homers, Piazza spoke about his...This art… more » Categories: The Sports Column TOMMY GUNS ONE23rd June 2007 Tom Glavine tried to complete his masterpiece last night, to the delight of a standing ovation that welcomed him for the ninth. He lasted one pitch. But while Glavine didnt toss a complete game, he had the As tossing their bats both...This article is c… more » Categories: The Sports Column GARDEN FIT FOR KING23rd June 2007 COLUMBUS, Ohio - The King has no interest in moving his throne out of New York. Other athletes might play it differently in order to maximize their negotiating leverage, but Don Meehan, the agent for Henrik Lundqvist, yesterday told The Post the...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column HONDO BACK IN BUCKS23rd June 2007 Hondo bounced back from his latest foray into negativity when he scored magnificently yesterday with the Cubs in the showdown between the Windy City Weenies. Tonight, with 20 broglios in the account, hell try to stay positive with Bannister. Ten...This… more » Categories: The Sports Column VACARE FACES TOUGH TEST23rd June 2007 Vacare, Christophe Clements 4-year-old filly whose third-place finish last time out in the Grade 1 Gamely over the Hollywood Park turf was her first defeat in six starts, is the likely favorite in field of eight for todays Grade 2, $250,000 New...This ar… more » Categories: The Sports Column Pacman surrenders, will plead not guilty23rd June 2007
Arizona police pull Tank Johnson over for speeding23rd June 2007
Manumaleuna signs new, 3-yr deal with Chargers23rd June 2007
Vick golf benefit for Va. Tech victims rescheduled22nd June 2007
OL Ross takes $1 million pay cut from Cardinals22nd June 2007
Arrington recovering from motorcycle injuries22nd June 2007
Pacman surrenders in Vegas, will plead not guilty22nd June 2007
Student who drove Halberstam to be charged22nd June 2007
Ex-punter Tuten arrested for reselling stolen goods22nd June 2007
Pacman faces felony charges22nd June 2007
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