Articles by Alan Draper (246319)
Colon headed to the DL
As seen on MVN’s Sox on Deck: Amalie Benjamin of the Boston Globe is reporting that Pawtucket starting pitcher Bartolo…
Read moreSeries Preview: Reds (4-3) @ Brewers (5-1)
The Cincinnati Reds and new skipper Dusty Baker make their first visit to Miller Park on Tuesday for the first…
Read moreYour Monday Links Are Here
Ok, the internet access at my work is back. Verizon told me it would be down for the rest of…
Read moreThoughts From the Dark Side on Chris Carr
Thanks to Patrick Patterson, who writes on MVN’s Oakland Raiders site, Thoughts From the Dark Side, for his opinion on…
Read moreRudy Gay’s SICK Ally-Oop VS The T-Wolves
Rudy Gay’s SICK ally-oop dunk against our very own T-Wolves on April 6th, 2008. {youtube}bBE2kLJO6pk{/youtube} [cw2]
Read moreBaron Davis Slam Over AK-47
Baron Davis with the crazy jam over Andrei Kirilenko in the 2006-07 NBA Playoffs. {youtube}tYpwjB0IzoU{/youtube} [cw2]
Read moreShaq’s Thoughts on Chris Kaman
Elie Seckbach talks to Marko Jaric and Chris Kaman about a Shaq quote. Marko is priceless in this video! {youtube}0BisLdG2xpM{/youtube}…
Read moreMonday News Roundup
Bartolo Colon now has soreness in his right side and his next start with the PawSox might be pushed back….
Read moreGod, If You’re Reading This, Please Make That Ball Bounce Long Island’s Way
Today’s the big day. It’s the NHL draft lottery. It’s being televised, all part of what I believe is a…
Read moreWolves Updates 4/7 Part 2
From Rick Alonzo/Pioneer Press: Timberwolves forward Al Jefferson said he has to get in better shape during the offseason because…
Read moreMonday Links Coming Tonight
My internet access at work is down and probably won't be back until tomorrow so the Monday links will come…
Read moreGary Rogers Ink Just Part of the Gig
Somehow I missed this yesterday, but a strong write-up of our 6-7 power pitcher in yesterday’s TNT. It’s a quick…
Read moreDropping the Berraisms
It’s Deja Vu all over again. Dusty Baker takes over an underachieving club with two hot young arms… It’s 2003,…
Read moreClassic Mini Pony of the Day 4-7-08
(originally published on 4-7-08) The Mini Pony of the Day comes straight out of the World Book Encyclopedia from like…
Read morePOLL results: David Ortiz’s season
David Ortiz is 0-11… His production will be there in the end as our No. 3 hitter. 45% of all…
Read moreNine Up, Nine Down: The season so far
Now that the three-country odyssey has come to an end, perhaps the Red Sox can put their struggles behind them….
Read moreSeries Recap: Giants at Brewers
After the Cubs series, I was happy with a series win. Going into the series with the Giants, anything less…
Read moreThis Week in Angels Baseball – (Week of April 7th)
(Photo by Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Images) By Victor Varadi – Angelswin.com Feature WriterOverall Record: 4-3 Games Ahead: 0.5 Week Record: 4-3…
Read morePre-Season Predictions, A Look Back
Now that’s the season’s over, I guess it’s time to take a look back. If you were ever interested in…
Read moreMonday Night is for All the Marbles in the Bracket Challenge
And I’m pretty sure the title is already locked up. Stuff in a Rebound has 136 points, and there’s only…
Read moreSomething to Do On An Off Day
While you have some free time on Monday since the Sox are off you may be able to meet legends…
Read moreOne last basketball prognostication
I feel like I should write something about tomorrows national championship game. I will. Having no analysis to provide, as…
Read moreSox Hope to Regroup in Fenway
Let’s be honest. That’s not the start that any of us were hoping for. Everyone knew the Jays had an…
Read more5 Key Questions – Focus: Triple-A Salt Lake Bees
Jose Arredondo recorded his 3rd save in 4 games for the Salt Lake BeesBy David Saltzer – Angelswin.com Columnist After…
Read moreThe Final Game: Coyotes at Ducks
Wow, what a game. The first period was held at 0-0. Bryz had an awesome first period. And second period….
Read moreWolves Updates 4/7
From AP Sports: Wittman said he doesn’t know if G Sebastian Telfair (ankle) will return to action before the season…
Read moreWolves 101, Grizzlies 113
From Mike Trudell/Timberwolves site: Minnesota got a terrific effort from its bench to stay in Sunday’s game against Memphis early…
Read moreMaybe the Other Manny Can Pitch
What is the worst thing you can do when you take the mound with bases loaded and two outs? Manny…
Read moreWhat has gotten into Ron Morris and does he have a crush on Horn?
Ron Morris, sports editorial writer for The State paper, I think has a crush on Darrin Horn. Horn is the…
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