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Thursday, February 26, 2015

La Salle takes finals seat in UAAP baseball

La Salle claimed the other remaining finals seat in UAAP baseball, defeating Ateneo, 14-12 at the Rizal Memorial Baseball Stadium.

The Green Batters built a seven-run lead early on, taking advantage of the Blue Batters' throwing miscues. The defending champions, however, mounted a comeback and threatened to send the game into extras, but Carlos Munoz held on for the save in the ninth inning. He capped off the win with a strikeout of Renzo Ramos.

Head coach Joseph Orillana shared that he told Carlos not to feel the pressure and just do it "one out at a time." He adds that the upcoming finals matchup between the arch-rivals will be more about the pitchers.

Ateneo already secured the first finals seat thanks to winning the first seven games this season, although their form in going for the three-peat might be put into question due to losses in their final three matches.

La Salle's win snuffs out any hopes for UP's postseason chances, even with their 7-4 triumph over NU. The Maroon Batters have a 5-4 record, with a suspended match against La Salle still to be played.

The best-of-three finals will take place starting on March 5 at the same venue.

Thursday, September 25, 2014

Cool Derek Jeter tributes

The end is near.

On Thursday night (Friday morning), Derek Jeter is slated to play his final regular season game in Yankee Stadium. Although the Yankees have been officially eliminated from playoff contention, it will be a special and momentous occasion.

A week ago, Gatorade put out this ad, that clearly will make a tear go out of your eyes.

Of course, there is this one from Jordan, released back in the MLB All-Star Game

And then of course, MLB has their own tribute that they put out a couple of days ago.

Oyo Sports does it in its own style, memorializing those great Derek moments in those mini-figurines.

We're going to miss the Captain. Hopefully, the weather does enough and allow the game to be played.

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Boston (Strong) Red Sox

In the aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing, the Boston Red Sox has pretty much dedicated the rest of the season towards the city. Something that David Ortiz effectively spoke of their first home game since the incident.

Now that they sealed their third World Series in the last 10 years, they reaffirm that dedication in something that they have released in their local papers.

Friday, September 27, 2013

Thanks, Mo. #ExitSandman

h/t to Deadspin for this MLB poster

Saturday, September 21, 2013

The Mariano Rivera commemorative patch

Because he is already a legend, he deserve to have something like this on his final homestand.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

The United States, from the Nats fan's view

Just found this from the Washington Post. Made me LOL.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Blog Outsourcing - January 15, 2013 edition

The Professional Football Hall of Fame released its finalists for the Class of 2013.

The PFBHoF Selection Committee, whose composition can be seen here, selected fifteen players from the modern era, and two players from the pre-1988 era (chosen by the Senior Committee, a subcommittee within the Selection Committee)

They can select a minimum of 4 to a maximum of 7 to comprise the incoming class, so if you were there, who would you bat for inclusion from these guys?

Larry Allen (OL for Dallas)
Jerome Bettis (RB for Pittsburgh)
Tim Brown (WR and Returner for Oakland and Tampa Bay)
Chris Carter (WR for Philadelphia, Minnesota and Miami)
Curley Culp (DT for Kansas City, Houston and Detroit)
Eddie DeBartolo (Owner, San Francisco 49ers)
Kevin Greene (LB/DE for Los Angeles, Pittsburgh, Carolina and San Francisco)
Charles Haley (DE/LB for San Francisco and Dallas)
Art Modell (Owner, Cleveland Browns / Baltimore Ravens)
Jonathan Ogden (OT for Baltimore)
Bill Parcells (Coach for New York (NFC), New England, New York (AFC) and Dallas)
Andre Reed (WR for Buffalo and Washington)
Dave Robinson (LB for Green Bay and Washington)
Warren Sapp (DT for Tampa Bay and Oakland)
Will Shields (OG for Kansas City)
Michael Strahan (DE for New York)
Aeneas Williams (CB/S for Arizona and St. Louis)

Here forth are the links after the jump.

The Hall of Fame Ballot

The Baseball Hall of Fame Ballot has been revealed. Who do you think should make the Hall of Fame?

Just take note of one rule. You have a maximum of ten guys you can vote for on this list. The 600+ eligible voters have until December 31 to submit their ballot.

Those who make the 75% cutoff, if there are any, will be revealed on January 9.

Voting shall be based upon the player's record, playing ability, integrity, sportsmanship, character, and contributions to the team(s) on which the player played.

The list of 37 names appear after the jump.

Candidate	MLB seasons	Yrs on BBWAA ballot
Candidate	MLB seasons	Yrs on BBWAA ballot
Sandy Alomar Jr.	1988-2007	1^st
Jeff Bagwell	1991-2005	3^rd
Craig Biggio	1988-2007	1^st
Barry Bonds	1986-2007	1^st
Jeff Cirillo	1994-2007	1^st
Royce Clayton	1991-2007	1^st
Roger Clemens	1984-2007	1^st
Jeff Conine	1990, 1992-2007	1^st
Steve Finley	1989-2007	1^st
Julio Franco	1982-94, 1996-97, 1999, 2001-07	1^st
Shawn Green	1993-2007	1^st
Roberto Hernandez	1991-2007	1^st
Ryan Klesko	1992-2007	1^st
Kenny Lofton	1991-2007	1^st
Edgar Martinez	1987-2004	4^th
Don Mattingly	1982-95	13^th
Fred McGriff	1986-2004	4^th
Mark McGwire	1986-2001	7^th
Jose Mesa	1987, 1990-2007	1^st
Jack Morris	1977-94	14^th
Dale Murphy	1976-93	15^th
Rafael Palmeiro	1986-2005	3^rd
Mike Piazza	1992-2007	1^st
Tim Raines	1979-2002	6^th
Reggie Sanders	1991-2007	1^st
Curt Schilling	1988-2007	1^st
Aaron Sele	1993-2007	1^st
Lee Smith	1980-97	11^th
Sammy Sosa	1988-2005, 2007	1^st
Mike Stanton	1989-2007	1^st
Alan Trammell	1977-96	12^th
Larry Walker	1989-2005	3^rd
Todd Walker	1996-2007	1^st
David Wells	1987-2007	1^st
Rondell White	1996-2007	1^st
Bernie Williams	1991-2006	2^nd
Woody Williams	1993-2007	1^st
Larry Walker	1989-2005	3^rd
Todd Walker	1996-2007	1^st
David Wells	1987-2007	1^st
Rondell White	1996-2007	1^st
Bernie Williams	1991-2006	2^nd
Woody Williams	1993-2007	1st

Who should go in?

Friday, October 26, 2012

Panda-monium in Game 1

And the legend of the Panda grows. Nice job by MLB to splice his contemporaries in the 3-HR club.

4/4 (3 HRs and a Single). 3 runs. 4 RBIs. The Panda got some Kung POW!

Monday, October 22, 2012

Blog Outsourcing - October 22, 2012 edition

Morning to all.

Nothing is safe. Not even the sanctity of a "state-of-the-art" facility, as a break-in of a locker room took place while the team was playing on the court. What was worse was that the coaching staff not only lost belongings, but also the game.

The venue and its management has had a rough week, not only having to deal with that, but also with this move by Sting.

Meanwhile, you'll never ever see Transformers the same again after watching this clip.

Here forth are the links after the jump.

John Farrell for Mike Aviles. Fair trade for the 46th manager of the Red Sox? (c/o Toronto Globe and Mail)

A-Rod can no longer relate with Al Capone. (c/o Baseball Think Factory)

Fernando Rodney and Buster Posey make their comeback. (c/o D Rays Bay and NBC Bay Area)

The Diamondbacks reshuffle on the field and in the booth. (c/o Rising Apple and AZCentral)

List of players on ice to kick off season grows longer, with Dallas, Golden State and New York showing concern. (c/o CBS Sports, San Jose Mercury News and Sporting News)

Davidson stays, College of Charleston goes. (c/o Rant Sports and Gant Daily)

He has been cleared, but they haven't. Also this guy. (c/o Lexington Herald-Leader, Los Angeles Times and College Basketball Talk)

Preseason poll out. (c/o Opposing Views)

The legend of Optimus Klein grows. (c/o The Topeka Capital Journal)

The beat goes on and on and on... (c/o Football Foundation)

The Chronicles of Riddick for the Fighting Irish. (c/o Deseret News)

Duke is officially in the bowl bonanza. (c/o Durham Herald Sun)

TRoll Tide. (c/o The Crimson White)

NCAA versus New Jersey. Who blinks? (c/o Newark Star-Ledger)

More hardball on the rink and boardroom. (c/o Toronto Star)

To part, go find a different corner.

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

How much does baseball love Chipper?

c/o NY Times

The farewell tour for Chipper Jones is ongoing and almost coming to a close, and baseball has been grateful to have this lifer represent the game with class and grace. How much does the game love him? Let them count the ways...

The remaining schedule of the Braves has them currently at Miami. They play two more games there, then travel to Philadelphia for their final three-game road trip. That is why you may be wondering why aren't the Marlins and the Phillies on that group of teams with send off packages for the future Hall-of-Fame third baseman.

They host the Marlins and the Mets to end the regular season, and considering how much he has been a terror to the Metropolitans throughout his career, it may be fitting that his final regular season games are with them (49 HRs, 159 RBIs, 20 SBs, .311 BA, .408 OBP, .548 SLG).

They still have a chase for the NL East, five games back of the Nationals. They do, however have a stranglehold on one of the two wildcard spots, with a 7.5 game edge over the other team (currently the St. Louis Cardinals).

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Blog Outsourcing - September 17, 2012 edition

The alma mater just finished its regular season with a win and a 12-2 record, sealing the 1st spot after 14 games.

It was a solid one, too.

Now we wait for our Final Four opponent.

Here forth is the Storify after the jump.

Monday, September 10, 2012

Blog Outsourcing - September 10, 2012 edition

Welcome to the latest edition of The Morning After.

I am sure you had your fill of football. You missed it like heck. You love it like your significant other. May this be the beginning of something great.

Here forth is the Storify I did for this week after the jump.

To part, here is Coldplay closing out the Paralympics.

Monday, September 3, 2012

Blog Outsourcing - September 3, 2012 edition

Monday, August 27, 2012

Blog Outsourcing - August 27, 2012 edition

Greetings!

Hello and I wish you all a Happy National Heroes Day in the Motherland.

In a sport that is regarded highly by its citizens, any achievement by someone or by a team garner attention in these parts. Sure, the opponent is currently composed of imports plying their trade in the continent, but we Filipinos take pride in beating the Americans in the process of winning a tournament, something we have not accomplished in 14 years. Look at the curated reaction from the Motherland.

It was a satisfying victory for a nation starving for success in a sport it dearly loves. And as such, they come home on a holiday that honors heroism, something they have in spades.