Down to the wire: Rangers acquire Dempster from Cubs at deadline
The Rangers acquired right-handed starter Ryan Dempster from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for two Minor League prospects minutes before today's non-waiver Trade Deadline.Dempster, 35, has gone 5-5 with a 2.25 ERA in 16 games/starts for the Cubs this season. His 1.038 WHIP this season ranks 6th in the majors and 3rd in the National League.
This is the second deal with the Cubs today, after the Rangers acquired backup catcher Geovany Soto from Chicago this morning.
The Rangers will hold a press conference to discuss today's transactions at 4 p.m. CT. Watch it live on texasrangers.com.
NFL Training Camp, NBA Schedule, Mavs Roster, 50 Cent, and 2012 London Olympics
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Mavericks Announce 2012-13 Season Schedule
DALLAS – The Dallas Mavericks announced their 2012-13 season schedule today, which includes eight games on TNT, seven on ESPN, seven on NBATV, one on ABC and two on ESPN Radio.
The Mavericks tipoff their 33rd season by traveling to play the Los Angeles Lakers on Opening Night, Oct. 30, where they will battle the newest Laker and former Maverick Steve Nash. That game will be televised exclusively on TNT. Aside from the opener, TNT will also televise at Phoenix (Dec. 6), vs. Miami (Dec. 20), at Oklahoma City (Dec. 27), atGolden State (Jan. 31), at San Antonio (Mar. 14), vs. Los Angeles Clippers (Mar. 26) and at Los Angeles Lakers (Apr. 2).
The Mavericks’ seven ESPN telecasts include at Los Angeles Clippers (Dec. 5), at Boston (Dec. 12), at Los Angeles Clippers (Jan. 9), vs. Oklahoma City (Jan. 18), vs. San Antonio (Jan. 25), at Brooklyn (Mar. 1) and vs. Brooklyn (Mar. 20).
Dallas also has seven televised games on NBATV. They are vs. Denver (Dec. 28), at Miami (Jan. 2), at Oklahoma City (Feb. 4), at Minnesota (Mar. 10), at Portland (Apr. 7), at New Orleans (Apr. 14) and vs. Memphis (Apr. 15).
Additionally, ESPN Radio broadcasts two Mavericks’ games this season: vs. Los Angeles Lakers (Feb. 24) and at Los Angeles Lakers (Apr. 2).
The remaining portion of the Mavericks’ local television schedule for games on Fox Sports Southwest, TXA 21 and HDNet will be released at a later date. All games can be heard on ESPN 103.3 FM and on KFLC (1270 AM) in Spanish.
Mark Followill, former Mavericks guard Derek Harper and Jeff “Skin” Wade return for all the Mavericks telecasts. Chuck Cooperstein and former Dallas guard Brad Davis call all the action on ESPN Radio 103.3 FM, while Victor Villalba is back as the play-by-play voice for the Spanish broadcasts on 1270 AM KFLC.
After beginning the season with the first two games on the road at Los Angeles (Oct. 30) and at Utah (Oct. 31), the Mavericks will play eight of their 14 games in November at home. The November home schedule is highlighted by a visit from the New York Knicks (Nov. 21) and Los Angeles Lakers (Nov. 24).
March will prove to be the Mavericks’ busiest month when they play a season-high 16 games. March will come in like a lion when the Mavericks are on the road for six of their first seven games, including the team’s first-ever trip to the Barclays Center in Brooklyn to take on Deron Williams and the Nets, but will go out like a lamb with the Mavericks playing the final six games of the month within the friendly confines of American Airlines Center.
The Mavericks have 16 back-to-backs this season with only one stretch of four games in five nights. In total, 10 back-to-backs are on the road, three begin at home and conclude on the road and three are road-to-home.
For information on full season, half and mini packages, call 214-747-MAVS for the best available seating and ticket plans in American Airlines Center.
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AsylumFantasyFootball.com: Podcast 49- Shut Up and Talk
Podcast 49- Shut Up and Talk is Posted
Podcast 49- Shut Up and Talk
The Asylum is back LIVE on Blog Talk Radio. This week, we
conclude our division previews with the snore fest that is the AFC South. Plus,
we play another round of America's favorite game show...Fact or Fiction.
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Lady Jets win AAU West Coast Nationals
Congratulations to the Lady Jets! 5th grade girls won 2nd place and the 8th grade girls won it all. Listen to live Lady Jets basketball on RFSportsRadio.com
Coach Lonnie Franklin will join us on tomorrow's show
Coach Lonnie Franklin will join us on tomorrow's show
AsylumFantasyFootball.com: Podcast 48- Tampa Bay is Weird
Podcast 48- Tampa Bay is Weird is Posted
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It's a football Friday. Tonight, we break down the NFC South
live on Blog Talk Radio. We also talk DUI arrests and get some fantasy advice
from Larry Fitzgerald. Plus, if you want to know how we interact off mic, be
sure to listen through the closing music.
2012 Open Championship Update - Snedeker ties 36-hole record, Tiger charges back
The 2012 Open Championship is shaping up to be a good one. Brent Snedeker ended at -10 to tie the record for 36-holes in the Open set by Nick Faldo. Tiger roars back to to third place after shooting back-to-back 67's. Woods ended the day with his signature fist pump and roar sinking a birdie bunker shot on 18. Adam Scott, with Tiger's ex-caddie, is in second place.
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SMU and The Death Penalty - The Only Time Issued
Dwight Howard a Laker? Lady Jets, British Open, NFL, NBA
DUE TO NETWORK SERVER ISSUES THE SHOW HAS BEEN RESCHEDULEDIf Dwight Howard becomes a Laker, do they become favorites to win it all? Lonnie Franklin joins us from Las Vegas to give us an update on the Lady Jets. We talk British Open, RG3, Andrew Luck, O.J. Mayo, NFL, and NBA!
MAVERICKS SIGN GUARD O.J. MAYO
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks announced today that they have signed free agent guard O.J. Mayo. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Mayo (6-4, 210) was the first round draft pick (third overall) in the 2008 NBA Draft of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Mayo’s draft rights were later involved in a draft day trade that sent him, along with Marko Jaric, Antoine Walker and Greg Buckner, to the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for Brian Cardinal, Mike Miller, Jason Collins and the draft rights to Kevin Love.
The Huntington, W.Va., native has played in 301 career games (181 starts) with Memphis. He holds career averages of 15.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.1 steals and 32.8 minutes per game. Mayo has also proven to be durable playing in 301 of a possible 312 games throughout his four-year career.
Mayo was named NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2009 and runner-up to Derrick Rose for the 2008-09 NBA Rookie of the Year Award after averaging 18.5 points and 3.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 38.0 minutes in 82 games (82 starts).
“We are thrilled to make O.J. Mayo a part of the Mavericks family,” President of Basketball Operations Donnie Nelson said. “O.J. is a young, dynamic player with tremendous upside. His ability to play both backcourt positions will give us depth and versatility. We are excited and welcome him to Dallas.”
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5 Reasons why Dwight Howard should be a Laker
- It is tradition - Throughout NBA history the biggest of the BIG MEN have made their way to Los Angeles to wear purple and gold. Mikan, Jabar, O'neal, and Chamberlain seem to come to mind.
- He already lives in LA - Dwight Howard spends his off-season cruising, eating, and living it up in LA. That is going to be impossible if this deal does not get done.
- NBA Titles - No doubt he has a better chance with the Lakers to get a few titles than with Brooklyn, Houston, and Orlando. It is a Laker tradition.
- Steve Nash & Kobe Bryant - Howard will finally be around veteran guys that can absorb some of the spotlight. Their leadership would help him fully develop into a global star.
- Heir to the Throne - Kobe plans to retire in two years. By that time, Dwight's star power should be in another galaxy. Perfect timing to be the next all-time great "Laker" in the franchise's rich history.
Rick Carlisle, Dez Bryant, NBA Free Agency, NFL deals, Team USA
10:30pm CST: Rick Carlisle talks about his new team and summer league play. We breakdown the NBA free agency moves. We look at the NFL signings of Brees, Forte, and Rice. MLB trade deadline talk and of course Dez Bryant, the truth about the incident.
Point Guard Jeremy Lin Possibly a Rocket.
The former New York Knicks point guard, Jeremy Lin, is currently a free agent, after having a "Cinderella" type of year! He came out of know where and got his chance to start for the Knicks in mid-season, and shined! He started out averaging over 20 ppg, then once teams starting adjusting to him, and his play style, he only scored about 14 ppg.
The 23 - year old Lin has a decision to make. The Houston Rockets have offered him a 3yr 25 million dollar contract, but the Knicks have until midnight tonight, July 17, to offer him a contract, or he will most likely end up going to the Rockets. The Knicks have recently signed point guard Jason Kidd, and they traded to get point guard Raymond Felton from the Portland Trail Blazers.
Carmelo Anthony would "Love" to see Lin get re-signed with the Knicks. “I would love to see him back, honestly, I would definitely love to see him back. But knowing the business of basketball, it’s kind of a tough situation, kind of for both parties. With Jeremy, I know he definitely would want to be back in New York, and with the team, (owner James) Dolan definitely wants him back. But it’s just a matter of figuring it out," said Anthony after an interview on Sunday, July 15. Now it's all in the Knicks hands' now to see whether Lin goes to the Rockets or not.
Do you think Jeremy Lin should go to the rockets or re-sign with the New York Knicks if they offer him a new contract? Where do you think is the right fit for Jeremy Lin?
Carmelo Anthony would "Love" to see Lin get re-signed with the Knicks. “I would love to see him back, honestly, I would definitely love to see him back. But knowing the business of basketball, it’s kind of a tough situation, kind of for both parties. With Jeremy, I know he definitely would want to be back in New York, and with the team, (owner James) Dolan definitely wants him back. But it’s just a matter of figuring it out," said Anthony after an interview on Sunday, July 15. Now it's all in the Knicks hands' now to see whether Lin goes to the Rockets or not.
Do you think Jeremy Lin should go to the rockets or re-sign with the New York Knicks if they offer him a new contract? Where do you think is the right fit for Jeremy Lin?
AsylumFantasyFootball.com: Podcast 47- Happy as a Lark
Podcast 47- Happy as a Lark is Posted
Podcast 47- Happy as a Lark
Podcast 47- Happy as a Lark
The NFL has two-a--days, The Asylum now brings you
two-a-weeks...you're welcome. Tonight we welcome in special guest Nick
Ficorelli of www.thesportschronicle.com. We discuss the Forte and Rice deals as
well as break down the AFC Manning....I mean West. Plus, Briggs drops some
knowledge on us as he lets us know what a lark is and why they are so happy.
You’re not going to want to miss this show.
Asylum Fantasy Football: Podcast 46- Nuclear
Podcast 46- NuclearThe Asylum Fantasy Football Podcast is back with a special guest.....Former Ravens WR and Super Bowl Champ Patrick Johnson. Check it out as PJ makes some bold predictions regarding the Bengals, Steelers, Dolphins, Brandon Marshall, Wes Welker, and Ochocinco. You don't want to miss this.
RBs get paid; Forte gets $32 million; Rice gets $40 million
The Chicago Bears and Matt Forte agree to 4 year deal that totals $32 million dollars. Ray Rice gets a 5 year deal from the Baltimore Ravens that totals $40 million.
The Rice deal will pay him $17 million the first year and $25 million over the first 2 years.
Both RBs expressed their displeasure with the franchise tags placed on them by their respective teams. They both planned not to show up any team activities until the deals were done. Now, we know who is going to picking up the tab for a few dinners.
Expect more deals to come including the Ravens Ed Reed and QB Joe Flacco, Maurice Jones-Drew, Derrelle Revis, and more.
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Pirates Stopped as Brewers Score Four in the Sixth.
You would think by looking at who's pitching and at both lineups, that the pirates would have an easy win. But think again. The Pirates struck first blood as Andrew McCutchen hit a solo shot off of Gallardo, to get his fifth home run in four games. Despite the home run Gallardo had a very solid performance striking out a career high of 14 out of the 17 Pirates who went down on strikes. The Brewers weren't phased at all as they scored four runs in the sixth, that started with a Pirate error, and led to Nyjer Morgan coming home from second. The Brewers held strong for the rest of the game, as they won 4-1, shocking the Pirates.
Burnett seemed pretty disappointed after the game, receiving his first loss in 9 straight decisions. ""That's probably the best stuff I've had in a long time," Burnett said. "I tried to minimize the damage the best I could, but a couple runs in the sixth, that's the ballgame."(By JR Radcliffe / Special to MLB.com).
The Pirates will be heading to Colorado tomorrow, July 16, to face the Rockies at 8:40 p.m., While the Brewers will be getting prepared to take on the St. Louis Cardinals at there home field tomorrow, July 16, at 8:10 p.m.
Do you think this win will motivate the Brewers and turn their season around to make the playoffs? After his loss today, how good do you think A.J. Burnett will pitch in his next start?
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DREW BREES BENEFITS FROM SAINTS "BOUNTY-GATE"; $100 MILLION DOLLAR DEAL
Drew Brees gets a new deal from the New Orleans Saints that sets new NFL record; $100 million dollar contract with $60 million guaranteed.
After Roger Goddell made his own NFL history with the punishment of the Saints organization do to the "bounty-gate" scandal, the Saints decide to make history of their own by signing their franchise quarterback to record breaking deal. Drew Brees was very vocal about not starting the season under the franchise tag before the suspensions were levied against the GM, head coach, and players; but the talk got even louder once the hammer came down.
The Saints faced a season of turmoil after the punishment was laid down. Ironically, now a quarterback benefits from the Saints defense targeting to injure quarterbacks. Brees himself was a victim of rough play in the last year of his Chargers contract that led many experts to say he would never play at a high level again. He was damaged goods. It was that reason alone that the Saints were able to take a chance on Drew that paid off with him leading every quarterback passing statistical category over the last 3 years, plus the franchise's first Super Bowl Championship. That injury was the reason Brees knew he could not start this season under a franchise tag.
The poker game between the Saints and Brees took an unfair turn in his favor when Roger Goddell put the mirror behind the Saint's chair. The suspension of the GM, head coach, and assistant head coach left the Saints without any leadership. The deal had to get done at any cost. Is anyone worth $100 million dollars? Probably not since statistics for players receiving max deals show that the hind sight is 20/20 when weighing out the player's performance in the latter years of the deal. Drew could have set-out a few games and would have forced the Saints to rename the Super Dome, but he wanted to get back to his team to give them some leadership. That you can't put a price on.
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After Roger Goddell made his own NFL history with the punishment of the Saints organization do to the "bounty-gate" scandal, the Saints decide to make history of their own by signing their franchise quarterback to record breaking deal. Drew Brees was very vocal about not starting the season under the franchise tag before the suspensions were levied against the GM, head coach, and players; but the talk got even louder once the hammer came down.The Saints faced a season of turmoil after the punishment was laid down. Ironically, now a quarterback benefits from the Saints defense targeting to injure quarterbacks. Brees himself was a victim of rough play in the last year of his Chargers contract that led many experts to say he would never play at a high level again. He was damaged goods. It was that reason alone that the Saints were able to take a chance on Drew that paid off with him leading every quarterback passing statistical category over the last 3 years, plus the franchise's first Super Bowl Championship. That injury was the reason Brees knew he could not start this season under a franchise tag.
The poker game between the Saints and Brees took an unfair turn in his favor when Roger Goddell put the mirror behind the Saint's chair. The suspension of the GM, head coach, and assistant head coach left the Saints without any leadership. The deal had to get done at any cost. Is anyone worth $100 million dollars? Probably not since statistics for players receiving max deals show that the hind sight is 20/20 when weighing out the player's performance in the latter years of the deal. Drew could have set-out a few games and would have forced the Saints to rename the Super Dome, but he wanted to get back to his team to give them some leadership. That you can't put a price on.
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Trade Talk Rumors About Howard Going To Rockets.
There has been a lot of trade talk concerning the Orlando Magic star Dwight Howard. The Houston Rockets are the latest suitor trying to close in on getting Howard. Originally Howard was wanting to be traded to the Brooklyn Nets, but unfortunately with the re-signing of Deron Williams, and the landing of former Atlanta Hawks star Joe Johnson, the Nets didn't have enough money to bring Howard into the mix.
Houston has reconstructed a trade that would work for both squads. With the Magic having to reconstruct their whole team, the Rockets will possibly be bringing in four other Magic players as well. The Rockets have already released Luis Scola to clear more cap space so the trade can happen.
The trade involves the Rockets having to take over the contracts for Glen Davis, Jason Richardson, Chris DuhonOn, and possibly Hedo Turkoglu from the Magic, to obtain Dwight Howard. In return the Magic will be acquiring Kevin Martin, Patrick Patterson, Marcus Morris and Chandler Parsons, from the Rockets as well as their first-round pick that they got from the Toronto Raptors in a previous trade. In order for all this to happen, the Magic have to decide if it's worth going through with this blockbuster trade and rebuild their team.
Do you think the Orlando Magic should go through with this trade and rebuild their whole starting 5? Do you think they should look for other offers before they decide on going all the way with this deal?
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Houston has reconstructed a trade that would work for both squads. With the Magic having to reconstruct their whole team, the Rockets will possibly be bringing in four other Magic players as well. The Rockets have already released Luis Scola to clear more cap space so the trade can happen.
Do you think the Orlando Magic should go through with this trade and rebuild their whole starting 5? Do you think they should look for other offers before they decide on going all the way with this deal?
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TONIGHTS SHOW: GUESTS JAE CROWDER & JARED CUNNINGHAM OF THE MAVS, '92 DREAM TEAM VS '12 TEAM USA DEBATE, THE FREEH REPORT, DREW BREES
10:30PM CST: Join us tonight as we discuss the '92 Dream Team vs '12 Team USA debate. Derek Page (@DPageHoopsWorld) of HOOPSWORLD.com will add his opinion also. Plus our interviews with new Mavericks Jae Crowder and Jared Cunningham. We get into the controversial Freeh Report on the Penn State Scandal and Drew Brees.
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JARED CUNNINGHAM, WHO DO YOU WANT TO MATCH UP WITH? "RUSSELL WESTBROOK"
We interviewed new Mav Jared Cunningham about coming to Dallas and comparisons to Russell Westbrook. Cunningham tells us that he is looking forward to matching up to Westbrook.
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JAE CROWDER, WHO DO YOU WANT TO DEFEND? "LEBRON JAMES"
We spoke with new Dallas Maverick Jae Crowder about joining the NBA and getting selected by the Mavs. Crowder is known as a defensive player so I asked him who is looking forward to defending. His answer, "Lebron James".
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THE FREEH REPORT
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POLL: 1992 DREAM TEAM VS 2012 TEAM USA
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TONIGHT'S SHOW GUEST JASON "JET" TERRY, NEW MAVS ROOKIES, MLB ALL-STAR GAME, NBA TALK, NFL TALK
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MAVS INTRODUCE NEW ROOKIES JARED CUNNINGHAM, JAE CROWDER, BERNARD JAMES
We take inside the Mavs press conference to introduce their 2012 draft class. Don't miss our interview with Jared Cunningham #1 and Jae Crowder #32.
Interview Exclusive: Jason Terry, "Love you Dallas fans, but I gotta do what I gotta do..."
We talked to Jason Terry about his departure from the Dallas Mavericks after 8 years and now going to Boston.
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NFLPA FILES SUIT AGAINST THE NFL FOR SAINTS SUSPENDED PLAYERS
The NFLPA decided to finally do more than just talk. The formally file a lawsuit against the NFL, specifically against Roger Goddell's iron fist. Goddell delivered the biggest punishment ever to the New Orleans Saints for their involvement and cover-up of their alleged bounty program.Now the public will be able to see the evidence presented to Roger Goddell that warranted such a punishment.
JASON TERRY, "MARK CUBAN CALLED ME TO SAY..."
Jason Terry is excited about the possibility of joining the Boston Celtics for the upcoming season. Talking with Terry we learned that Mark Cuban did call him to inform him that the Mavs will not offer him a qualifying offer.
"He called me to say that the Mavs will not be able to offer what any other team could. We will not offer you a deal", says Terry. "Boston will be a good fit for me".
Terry is currently focused on his daughter's AAU team as they try to win a National Championship in Orlando. Full interview with Jet will air on Tuesday's show.
"He called me to say that the Mavs will not be able to offer what any other team could. We will not offer you a deal", says Terry. "Boston will be a good fit for me".
Terry is currently focused on his daughter's AAU team as they try to win a National Championship in Orlando. Full interview with Jet will air on Tuesday's show.
STEVE NASH IS A LA LAKER; 3 YEARS $25 MILLION
Words are only words...right. After Steve Nash gave a radio interview saying that he was "old school" and thought it would be to hard to wear a Lakers jersey, he will now join the team next season.
Nash, a two-time NBA MVP, will replace Ramon Sessions who opted out of his final year to pursue free agency. This will definitely help the Lakers stay title contenders in the Western Conference.
Nash turned down a lucrative deal from his home country Toronto Raptors of $36 million for the same 3 years. Lakers acquire Nash through sign and trade with Phoenix using a trade exception from Lamar Odom's deal.
Nash was also being pursued by his old team the Dallas Mavericks, NY Knicks, and Miami Heat also.
Nash, a two-time NBA MVP, will replace Ramon Sessions who opted out of his final year to pursue free agency. This will definitely help the Lakers stay title contenders in the Western Conference.
Nash turned down a lucrative deal from his home country Toronto Raptors of $36 million for the same 3 years. Lakers acquire Nash through sign and trade with Phoenix using a trade exception from Lamar Odom's deal.
Nash was also being pursued by his old team the Dallas Mavericks, NY Knicks, and Miami Heat also.
LADY JETS WIN FIRST GAME OF AAU TOURNAMENT OVER NYC BLUE ICE 51 - 45
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MAVS OUT OFF DERON WILLIAMS SWEEPSTAKES; JET TERRY HEADED TO BOSTON
Sources have informed us that Deron Williams will not sign with the Mavs as many hoped.
Jet Terry has also received a 3 year, $15 million dollar deal to join the Boston Celtics. He will allow the Mavericks to counter offer the deal.
LIVE BROADCAST SCHEDULE RELEASED: LADY JETS GIRLS AAU BASKETBALL LIVE FROM ORLANDO FLORIDA
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