Sixers extend Looooooouuuuuuuuuu!!

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Philly.com is reporting, “The 76ers agreed to terms today with restricted free agent guard Louis Williams on a 5-year contract.”
Is he working for free?  What’s the dollar amount?  I mean, c’mon Philly.com?
Whatever, we knew this was gonna happen.  Dollar amount doesn’t matter.  Andre Iguodala is next and then the 76ers are ready to dominate.
Lou Williams [...]

In Basketball July 31, 2008 

Tambellini named Oilers GM

By Micah Warren | 2 Comments

This move shocked OTR. The Edmonton Oilers named Steve Tambellini as general manager and moved Kevin Lowe to the role of president of hockey operations.
Our reaction? Are you kidding?! Oilers fans, get rid of your season tickets. This guy is absolute garbage and knows less about hockey than he [...]

In Hockey July 31, 2008 

Newman out three weeks with groin tear

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The Cowboys’ Terrence Newman is going to be out around three weeks with a groin tear. Newman is clearly their best player in the secondary, but they actually have a big of depth at corner.
They added Pacman Jones, and despite the fact that he’s a colossal ass, he is a hell of a [...]

In Football July 31, 2008 

Jets in serious talks to get Favre

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A source has told the Green Bay Press-Gazette that the Jets and Packers are in serious talks to get Favre.
Stay tuned.

In Football July 31, 2008 

Titans agree with Lions and Raiders: Mike Williams stinks

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The Titans have become the third team to cut Mike Williams, the former #10 overall draft by the Detroit Lions.
He was a manchild at USC as a receiver, but was just too lazy and slow to make it as a wideout in the NFL. And remember this, the Titans WRs blow harder than a [...]

In Football, Released/Waived, Transactions July 31, 2008 

Manny to the Dodgers

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CNNSi.com is reporting that the Dodger have acquired the services of Manny Ramirez.
Ok, so ignore our other report of someone else’s report, because the deal sends Jason Bay to the Red Sox and the Pirates get four minor leaguers.
The $20 million club options on Manny for 2009 and 2010 were dropped.

In Baseball, Trades, Transactions July 31, 2008 

Jason Bay to the Rays

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A source told MLB.com that the Tampa Bay Rays have landed outfielder Jason Bay for a couple of Minor leaguers, including shortstop Reid Brignac and right-hander Jeff Niemann.
The Rays have not confirmed this as of this posting.

In Baseball, Trades, Transactions July 31, 2008 

Texans add Bell

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Remember Mike Bell? The running back that helped out some fantasy owners when he played for the Broncos? Yeah, well he hasn’t had a home for a while. Until today. The Texans signed him up to join their backfield.

In Uncategorized July 31, 2008 

Griffey to the White Sox

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Thanks to the Sports Idiot for tipping us off that the Reds and White Sox have agreed to a deal that will send Ken Griffey, Jr. to Chicago. The Reds will receive Danny Richar and Nick Masset while paying the remaining $4 million on Griffey’s contract.

In Baseball, Trades, Transactions July 31, 2008 

Favre on his way to Green Bay

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We are so friggin’ sick of this story. ESPN News reports that Favre has chartered a plane to Green Bay.

In Uncategorized July 31, 2008 

Charles Barkley was in Manayunk last night

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Loyal reader Marky Mark has informed OTR that Charles Barkley was in Manayunk (part of Philadelphia) last night.
Marky Mark stated, “Charles was walking across the street as I was driving my car into Manayunk.  He most likley was coming out of one the restaurants on the main drag.  He was wearing a peach shirt and [...]

In Basketball July 31, 2008 

Flyers to return to Spectrum

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On September 27th, the Flyers will return to their home of nearly 40 years when they play the Carolina Hurricanes in a pre-season game at the Spectrum.
“This will be a wonderful opportunity for thousands of our fans, who used to attend our games at the Spectrum or watch them on TV, to come back one [...]

In Football July 31, 2008 

Bradshaw got star treatment in jail

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Ahmad Bradshaw spent 30 days in jail during the offseason and no one really has any idea why. His people claim that it was related to something that happened before he was drafted by the Giants in 2007, but people don’t get randomly thrown in jail for doing nothing. But, whatever.
Michael Owens, a [...]

In Football July 31, 2008 

Ron Artest is still ghetto

By Perry | 3 Comments

Two nights ago Ron Artest was sent to the Houston Rockets from SacTown for rookie Donte Greene,  Bobby Jackson and a first-round pick in 2009.
NBA front-office sources confirmed to ESPN.com “that the Kings also will receive approximately $1 million in cash considerations. But the deal can’t be completed and announced before Aug. 14 because Greene [...]

In Basketball, Trades July 31, 2008 

Perry tries to rally Phillies against good teams

By Perry | 1 Comment

Philadelphia Phillies fans are really really excited right now as their team is beating down on the worst team in all of baseball. The Phillies do a good job at beating bad teams but still suck at collecting wins against baseball’s best. Aren’t baseball’s best usually in the playoffs? How many playoff [...]

In Baseball July 31, 2008 

Limas carted off with cramps

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The Steelers second-round pick in last April’s draft was carted off the field with cramps. Originally, there was speculation that it was a hammy injury, but apparently it was just cramps.
Like…his time of the month cramps?
Apparently not. He was not crabby at all.
“We took him off to protect him,” head coach Mike Tomlin [...]

In Football July 30, 2008 

Victorino goes 3-5 with 3 RBI’s

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Perry is a genius. He knew that making fun of Shane Victorino would send him into a hot streak. That’s why we love Perry.
The Phillies recaptured first place last night as they beat the Nationals 8-5 and the Mets fell 7-5 to the Marlins.
Shane Victorino, who Perry thinks is trash, went [...]

In Baseball July 30, 2008 

Lynch leaves the Broncos

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Broncos veteran safety John Lynch has left the Broncos after asking for his release on Tuesday night.
“I sat down and talked to John at the end of our OTAs and I think John knows that as you get older there are no promises,” Shanahan said last Thursday, the day before training camp started. [...]

In Football July 30, 2008 

Someone is interested in Scott Schoeneweis?

By Micah Warren | Leave a Comment

No, really, it’s true! Actually, I’m being rough on the guy, he’s had a nice season. His pitching was reminiscent of doing an ass-to-mouth with a giraffe’s dong that was previously situated in another giraffe’s rear end (hence the “ass” part) earlier this year and last. But, he’s shut me up. [...]

In Baseball July 30, 2008 

Maddux to the Dodgers?

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ESPN’s Buster Olney says that the Dodgers are in talks with the Padres about acquiring the services of pitcher Greg Maddux.
At 4-8 with a 4.29 ERA this year, we can see why the Dodgers would be so hot on his trail.

In Uncategorized July 30, 2008 

Red Sox close to sending Manny to Miami?

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ESPN’s Peter Gammons is reporting that the Red Sox and Marlins are in serious talks regarding Manny Ramirez. The primary return would be Josh Willingham or Jeremy Hermida. Willingham would replace Manny for the season, but Hermida is a much more intriguing long-term prospect.

In Baseball July 30, 2008 

Tigers move Pudge to Yankees

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The Cleveland Plain Dealer is reporting that the Tigers are on the verge of trading Ivan Rodriguez. Rotoworld.com speculates that the Marlins could be a possible destination because they are one of the few contenders in need of a catcher.
UPDATE: Nevermind. The Yankees just got him for Kyle Farnsworth. When I [...]

In Uncategorized July 30, 2008 

Fantasy Turd League

By Perry | 7 Comments

We are looking for sports fans to participate in our Fantasy Turd League. The rules of the league are still under review, but here is our plan:
We will have a fantasy turd draft in the next couple weeks/months.
Each participant will draft a team of 5 to 10 players from the four major pro [...]

In Baseball, Basketball, Fantasy, Football, Hockey July 30, 2008 

OTR has new server

By Micah Warren | 1 Comment

There is a reason you haven’t heard much from us and/or have had problems checking in and/or are wondering why posts came and gone. We just upgraded to a new server and yes, it’s annoying.
We are also trying to get used to a new look and feel under OTR’s hood.
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In Uncategorized July 30, 2008 

McClain: Slaton looks good

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Houston Chronicle writer John McClain (knows his football) says that rookie RB Steve Slaton looks really good so far in camp.
“I tell you,” McClain said in his chat with fans. “He looks damn good in camp. Very fast. He’s shown good hands. Excellent breakaway ability. The coaches are giving him a lot of reps, [...]

In Football July 30, 2008 

Kevin Carter on offense?

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Bucs DE Kevin Carter has always wanted to play offense and maybe now he’ll get a chance. At Bucs camp recently, he was lining up as a tight end in goal-line packages.
“I’ve been begging for about 14 years now to do something on offense or get in on goal line, so I guess Coach [...]

In Football July 30, 2008 

No QB controversy in DC

By Micah Warren | Leave a Comment

There had been some talk that there might be a bit of a QB controversy in Redskinland, but that doesn’t appear likely. According to the Washington Post, Todd Collins is stinking up the joint trying to learn Jim Zorn’s offense.
“I’m just trying to get on the same page with this offense,” Collins said after [...]

In Football July 29, 2008 

Chris Clemons hospitalized

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Eagles defensive end Chris Clemons was hospitalized this morning after trainers had trouble bringing down his his body temperature during the morning workout. It was reported that Clemons was having dehydration symptoms.
Eagles coach Andy Reid and team security director Butch Buchanico followed the ambulance in a white SUV.
You gotta love the name ‘Butch.’
UPDATE: [...]

In Football July 29, 2008 

Nets/NBA lose another player to the Euro

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ESPN.com is reporting “New Jersey Nets free agent Nenad Krstic signed a two year deal worth $3 million euros per year with Triumph Moscow early Tuesday morning, Krstic’s agent, Marc Cornstein, said.”
“The salary is the equivalent of around $9 million per year in the United States once you factor in the exchange rate and the [...]

In Basketball July 29, 2008 

What’s an Okafor?

By Perry | Leave a Comment

An Okafor is a center for the Charlotte Bobcats. Moreover, restricted free agent Emeka Okafor and the Bobcats have agreed on a six-year, $72 million deal.
Okafor was the second overall pick in the 2004 NBA draft. I’m not sure if it’s because he has played on a horrible team with horrible players, but [...]

In Basketball July 29, 2008 

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