Shaun Alexander - How Serious Is The Foot Injury?

One of Fantasy League Football's studs will be sitting. The Seahawks', Shaun Alexander, has a broken left foot. I know Team Snipes must be crying like a baby. After this week he is 1-2 and only scored 63 points this week with Alexander in the lineup. The injury was first reported as a sprain. He injured it in week 2 and initial images missed the very small fracture. So, how long do you think he's gonna be out? It might be 2 weeks or it could be 8 or 9 weeks like Brian Westbrook last year. All I know is Team Snipes better be working the Waiver Wire! His 3 backup RB's earned a total of 6 points. It might be a long season for Mr. Snipes.

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Hoffman Knotches 479th Save - Sets All-time Record

The bells were most definitely rocking Sunday at PETCO Park in San Diego on Sunday. Trevor Hoffman became the Major League All-Time Saves Leader by picking up his 479th save in a 2-1 victory over the Pirates. He pitched a 1-2-3 ninth for his NL leading 43rd save in 48 chances. Hoffman passed Lee Smith as the saves record holder, which Smith had held since 1997. The record should guarantee Hoffy a spot in the Hall of Fame.

The Padres got a pair of home runs to help them sweep the 3 game series and stay 1 1/2 games ahead of the Dodgers, who also won, in the NL West.

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Panthers Are On The Prowl - Kasay Seals 1st Win

There was a playoff atmosphere at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa today. The Bucaneers and the Carolina Panthers were both 0-2 as the day began, and both knew with a loss it would be a long uphill battle to make the playoffs. Only 5 teams have made the playoffs after an 0-3 start since the 12 team current playoff structure began. None of those teams made the Super Bowl.

With all of that on the line today, it took big time performances by Jake Delhomme, Keyshawn Johnson and kicker John Kasay to help the Panthers to their first win of the season. The loss delivered all but a knock out punch to the Bucs. The Bucs have made the playoffs before after an 0-3 start in the strike shortened '82 season, but they will have to really play skrong. They have a brutal schedule remaining with 9 of the 13 games facing playoff teams from '05.

Keyshawn Johnson had a big game against his former team hauling in 7 catches for 97 yards 1 TD and rushing for 1 touchdown. Johnson helped lead the Bucs to a Super Bowl win in 2002, but never had a warm fuzzy relationship with Coach John Gruden. The spat between the two eventually led to a trade to the Cowboys. Steve Smith also had 7 catches for 112 yards in his first game back from two hamstring injuries. You could tell that the hammies must not be fully healed, because he did not run any "Go" routes straight down the field which he is known for. But having him back was a big plus for the Panthers.

Delhomme finished the game 22 of 36 for 272 yards, 1 touchdown and 0 interceptions. But it was the gutsy quarterback draw on 4th down late in the 4th quarter that led to Kasay's game winning kick with 2 seconds remaining.

John Kasay was stellar today with four long field goals. His left foot was a machine today. He was 4-4 with kicks of 51, 50, 49 and the 46 yard game winner. For the 2006 season Kasay is 8-8.

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Barry Bonds Hits 734th HR - Breaks Aaron's NL Record

Love him or hate him (I would choose the latter), Barry Lamar Bonds can flat hit a baseball. Tonight he hit HR number 734 and broke Hank Aaron's NL record. It was a blast off of Milwaukee Brewers Chris Capuano in the third inning at Miller Park. It seems a little ironic that Aaron ended his career with the, then AL, Brewers. The Giants lost the game 10-8. The 42 year old Bonds has 26 HR's for the season and needs just 21 more homers to pass Aaron's all-time record of 755 HR's.

ESPN.com - MLB - Recap

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ESPN.com: SPORTSNATION - Vote: MVP Tracker

Who's gonna win the NL MVP? Will it be Ryan Howard or Albert Pujols? Howard's got the best power numbers, and he will no doubt become the youngest player to hit 60 homeruns. He will most likely have over 150 rbi's. He has had a monster 2nd half. But does that guarantee him the MVP? Can he hold off Pujols? The Cardinals will make the playoffs, but it remains to be seen with the Phillies. The MVP has gone to a playoff contender 12 out of the last 16 winners. However, the Phillies wouldn't be close to the playoffs without Howard. I am a huge Pujols fan, but if the season ends today, I give my vote to Ryan Howard. Vote yourself below. And comment here to let me know what you think.

ESPN.com: SPORTSNATION - Vote: MVP Tracker

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ESPN.com - NFL - Can't miss: T.O. says he'll 'definitely' play vs. Eagles

ESPN.com - NFL - Can't miss: T.O. says he'll 'definitely' play vs. Eagles I'm doubting it!

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T.O. Say It Ain't So!

The Big Pimpin' Turtles, who is co-managed by the author and Kevin Troup, tied the Crazy Mad Scientists last week. The tie was largely due to the performance of T.O. He dropped a touch down pass among others and then breaks his finger on a Redskin player's jersey. Finishes with a measly one point. What the heck, T.O.? You're supposed to be the Fantasy Stud, but you're looking more like a fantasy dud. At least it's a bye week to give him a little extra time to heal, but he will probably miss playing in his return to Philly. I know where you can find a top tier WR (right!!!). Anyone want to make an offer? How about Domanick Davis for T.O? Oh yea, that sap's already on my team too and probably out for the season with a bum knee. Why should I have thought that a 2nd round and 4th round pick would be two of my better players? Well, the BPT's are gonna keep keepin' on!

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Fantasy League Leaders

We're two weeks into the fantasy football season and we only have 2 teams that are 2-0 and 2 that are 0-2. So does that mean we have a balanced league? It's probably too early to tell, but it looks like we're going to have a very competitive and close league. We also have a little competition between the two Florida and Tennesse fans. The Gainesville Vol Wreckers and the Knoxville Flash are tied for the league at 2-0. This week the two 2-0 teams face the two 0-2 teams. Can the 0-2 Rams knock off the Wreckers? Or can Team Hilliard defeat the Flash? I don't know, but the rest of us in the middle of the pack hope so!

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Well, the draft has taken place, so who has the best team? After analyzing all of the teams, I would have to say that the Jekyll Island Jaguars, led by team manager Scott Limerick, have to be a strong contender. They had the highest total team average and that was counting the Eagles Donovan McNabb's injury filled 2005 stats. If he bounces back this year, JIJ will be hard to beat. And the trade for 1000 yard receiver Chris Chambers doesn't hurt his chances either. He gave up rookie Mike Bell and Julius Peppers. Yes, Peppers is one of the most, if not the most, dominant defensive players in the NFL, but when it comes to Fantasy League he averaged less than 5 points per game. Hardly earth shattering even for defensive players who produce much lower point totals than offensive players. With LaDainian Thompson leading the offense and RB Reuben Droughns who had over 1500 yards rushing and receiving, his backfield looks really strong. WR's Torry Holt and Chambers both averaged over 10 points per game, so the Jags are strong their as well.

When you look at the Jags defense, it looks like the rest of us were asleep draft day. They have the #1 rated LB in Jonathan Vilma, the #1 S in Adrian Wilson, the #1 CB in Charles Tillman, and the #1 kicker in the Cardinal's Neil Rackers. How the heck did that happen? I have to admit Limerick is pretty sharp, but come on...#1's at every defensive position? Somebody kick me.

His backups include 3 QB's and 3 RB's. Some of the fellas probably wish they had Dante Culpepper as their starter. He has looked pretty good during the preseason. DeShaun Foster, if he can stay healthy, could be a top RB, but that is highly unlikely given his past. Nice job Scott with drafting a mighty fine club. I'll rate some of the other leading teams with my next post.

Before I sign off I have to mention our new team name. The Big Pimpin' Turtles. Watch out for the BPT's because they will compete! Check out the team logo. Peace Out!

Gettin' Ready For Some (Fantasy) Football!

A'ight ya'll, it's time to get yo' Hank on cuz you know we gettin' ready for some football! Our BCC Boyz Fantasy Football League is tomorrow night and the dealin' has dun begun. The Knoxville Flash and the Gainesville Vol Wreckers have just completed the first trade of the year, and it's a multiple draft picks blockbuster. The Flash get the 1st pick overall, the 1st pick in the 3rd round (21st) and the 1st pick in the 5th round (41st). In return the Vol Wreckers get the 6th pick in the 1st round, 5th pick in the 2nd round (15th), and the 6th pick in the third round (26th). So who's gettin' the best of this one?

Is Larry Johnson gonna go #1? Are there gonna be any surprises in the 1st round? Is Reggie Bush's nickname the "Baby Matrix" (Come on Joe Horn, can't you come up with sumpin better than that?), "Mr. President", "Baby Flash", or "Hurricane"? Will the Cowboys win a game this year with T.O.? (I HOPE NOT!..Sorry, I just had to let the world know that I HATE THE COWBOYS...no comment on T.O.) Will T.O.'s little hamstring hurt 'em all year? Poor little BABY! Will Carson Palmer bounce back? And what about all of the other injury ridden quarterbacks? Culpepper, Brees, Pennington, Griese, Roethlisberger. (You better have a good BACKUP, no matter what q-back you get!) Which team is the most improved? Which player that switched uniforms in the offseason have the greatest impact on his new team? Will the Bears have the best defense again this year or will the Panthers or Cowboys (yea, got to give dem Boys props on their defense) be up for the challenge? Will the Panthers make it to the Superbowl? So many questions, but we 'bout to get this party started, know what I'm sayin'!?! Oh, and how could I forget, let me make a bold prediction and say the MEAN GREEN gonna TAKE IT TO THE HOUSE! Holla at me.