Wednesday, November 23, 2005
Cleveland, Thankful? You Bet.
Cleveland, here are a few "thank you's" to ponder this Thanksgiving while you pass the stuffing, and later, while you lie passed out and stuffed. You, of course, can thank me later--after you wake up.
LeBron To Larry: Thanks
Larry Hughes' transition to Cleveland has been as seamless as one of his no look dimes. The so-called backseat that he was expected to take, along with his millions, has the looks of a career booster. If anything, Hughes is riding shotgun on the Cavs express. Of course, LeBron James is in the driver's seat. But with Larry next to him, LeBron no longer has to do the bulk of the driving. Yes, you can thank Larry Hughes for the Cavs 9-2 start. And LeBron should be the first in line.
Thanks, But No Thanks
Jim Thome recently granted the Philadelphia Inquirer a rare, and rather telling interview.
In it, the former Indian seems resigned to the fact that his time with the Phillies is up. They are unwilling to move Rookie of the Year Ryan Howard from first base; moving Thome seems to be the more logical option.
Thome has a "no-trade" clause, and would only consider waiving it for a select few teams. "It would have to be close to home," he said. "Cleveland would be a place. Would it be the only place? No. Chicago would be there."
Now, the Indians are looking for a first baseman with a bat. But with his back, Thome would more likely fit the DH role. Travis Hafner has a pretty good lock on that spot in the Indians' lineup; I'm told his glove would need to drastically improve, in order to consider playing first on a regular basis.
Thome is due $46 million over the next three seasons. Philly will have to pick up the tab on at least half of that. My guess is that's still too much for the Indians. But look for the White Sox to seek Jimmy's services.
No Longer Thankless
I know the Dolphins are the last team I'd use as an NFL measuring stick, but something tells me the Browns are no longer the punching bag they used to be. Reuben Droughns runs hard. The defense plays hard. And getting Braylon Edwards the ball doesn't appear to be as hard of a task now, as it did in the first 10 weeks of the season. This team could finish 7-9. 8-8? Now that would be pushing it.
Just a little sports food for your holiday thoughts. Happy Thanksgiving, folks. Save me some leftovers! And, while you're at it, shoot me an e-mail to chandler@newsnet5.com
LeBron To Larry: Thanks
Larry Hughes' transition to Cleveland has been as seamless as one of his no look dimes. The so-called backseat that he was expected to take, along with his millions, has the looks of a career booster. If anything, Hughes is riding shotgun on the Cavs express. Of course, LeBron James is in the driver's seat. But with Larry next to him, LeBron no longer has to do the bulk of the driving. Yes, you can thank Larry Hughes for the Cavs 9-2 start. And LeBron should be the first in line.
Thanks, But No Thanks
Jim Thome recently granted the Philadelphia Inquirer a rare, and rather telling interview.
In it, the former Indian seems resigned to the fact that his time with the Phillies is up. They are unwilling to move Rookie of the Year Ryan Howard from first base; moving Thome seems to be the more logical option.
Thome has a "no-trade" clause, and would only consider waiving it for a select few teams. "It would have to be close to home," he said. "Cleveland would be a place. Would it be the only place? No. Chicago would be there."
Now, the Indians are looking for a first baseman with a bat. But with his back, Thome would more likely fit the DH role. Travis Hafner has a pretty good lock on that spot in the Indians' lineup; I'm told his glove would need to drastically improve, in order to consider playing first on a regular basis.
Thome is due $46 million over the next three seasons. Philly will have to pick up the tab on at least half of that. My guess is that's still too much for the Indians. But look for the White Sox to seek Jimmy's services.
No Longer Thankless
I know the Dolphins are the last team I'd use as an NFL measuring stick, but something tells me the Browns are no longer the punching bag they used to be. Reuben Droughns runs hard. The defense plays hard. And getting Braylon Edwards the ball doesn't appear to be as hard of a task now, as it did in the first 10 weeks of the season. This team could finish 7-9. 8-8? Now that would be pushing it.
Just a little sports food for your holiday thoughts. Happy Thanksgiving, folks. Save me some leftovers! And, while you're at it, shoot me an e-mail to chandler@newsnet5.com
Posted at 11:32 AM
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