FOOLS: In an otherwise limp criticism of Wanda Sykes (BTW, has she ever been funny?) Mike Lupica wants you Rush Limbaugh listeners to know that you're mean-spirited. The search for an original insight from the Daily News's resident rabblerouser continues.
PROPS: Eminem valiantly trying to restart his career will take 200 laid off auto workers to see his performance on the Jimmy Kimmel program. In addition to losing their jobs, it seems that they may have also shed their dignity.
YOU'RE FIRED: First, it was Rick Waggoner, now it's David McKiernan. Joe Biden would be wise to keep looking over his shoulder.
THE OTHER SHOE: Little seems to be said about the State Department's role in securing Roxana Sabieri's release which suggests that they were quite involved. The New York Times helpfully spins a tale to the Administration's liking. We have seen the "quid" and time will indicate what the "quo" may turn out to be.
THE DODGER: Roger Clemens broke his silence to advertise, er, criticize a new unflattering book about him. He took the opportunity because he was going overseas on vacation next week. The key question -- does his travel destination have an extradition treaty with the United States?
LONG ARM: A sportswriter suggests a way for Manny Ramirez to make amends to his fans. I suggest he keeps the money. Lawyers to defend him from fraud charges won't come cheaply.
Showing posts with label Manny Ramirez. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Manny Ramirez. Show all posts
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Sunday, March 01, 2009
Ruminations
There are days when Tom Friedman has nothing in the tank. Today is one of those days.
At what point does dementia come into the conversation about Mike Lupica's apparent obsession with steroids? We get it: steroids are bad and the players who use them are evil. Does he have any other arrows in his quiver?
You have to hand it to Obama -- he's brought change. He's got the middle class out protesting. I just hope it continues.
I caught Rush Limbaugh's "national address" yesterday at the CPAC gathering. Good stuff. But what's with the Johnny Cash outfit?
The most dangerous place in the Bronx is between state senator Jeff Klein and a camera. The most undeveloped place in the Bronx is between his ears. It's one thing for Uncle Sugar to punish those who make over $250K -- there is little recourse. When state governments do it, then people move.
On that topic, the ultimate in terms of big pay/little work gigs is working in the most dysfunctional state government -- New York's legislature. Klein fits right in.
Bill Simmons at ESPN paints a bleak picture of the NBA. Go figure. After six weeks, you know who's going to the playoffs; they're just playing for seeding for the virtual second season. And it shows in those lackluster December - March games. Who's going to pay to see that? Especially in this economy.
If agents could be charged for malpractice, Scott Boras would then have to get a lawyer. He's totally botched the negotiations for Manny Ramirez. (Manny, alas, is too dumb to notice.)
I caught Keith Olberman bashing Bush last week. For a second, I thought it was a repeat. After all hasn't he been out of office for a whole month now? I guess if you can't say anything good Obama, well. . .
At what point does dementia come into the conversation about Mike Lupica's apparent obsession with steroids? We get it: steroids are bad and the players who use them are evil. Does he have any other arrows in his quiver?
You have to hand it to Obama -- he's brought change. He's got the middle class out protesting. I just hope it continues.
I caught Rush Limbaugh's "national address" yesterday at the CPAC gathering. Good stuff. But what's with the Johnny Cash outfit?
The most dangerous place in the Bronx is between state senator Jeff Klein and a camera. The most undeveloped place in the Bronx is between his ears. It's one thing for Uncle Sugar to punish those who make over $250K -- there is little recourse. When state governments do it, then people move.
On that topic, the ultimate in terms of big pay/little work gigs is working in the most dysfunctional state government -- New York's legislature. Klein fits right in.
Bill Simmons at ESPN paints a bleak picture of the NBA. Go figure. After six weeks, you know who's going to the playoffs; they're just playing for seeding for the virtual second season. And it shows in those lackluster December - March games. Who's going to pay to see that? Especially in this economy.
If agents could be charged for malpractice, Scott Boras would then have to get a lawyer. He's totally botched the negotiations for Manny Ramirez. (Manny, alas, is too dumb to notice.)
I caught Keith Olberman bashing Bush last week. For a second, I thought it was a repeat. After all hasn't he been out of office for a whole month now? I guess if you can't say anything good Obama, well. . .
Saturday, February 07, 2009
Ruminations
My biggest nightmare? Being trapped in a room with those pitchmen for The New York Times weekender subscription plan. The guy who is "fluent" in three sections scares me.
Those folks who sell Eight O'Clock Coffee are limiting the appeal of their product, right?
The Pro Bowl and the Grammys were held yesterday. The day when the nadirs for both the sports and cultural world collide. Quick -- who won what in 2007? I thought so.
Give credit where it's due: The New York Times has been steadfast on the unsuitability of Geithner and Daschle for Cabinet positions. Moreover, they have been a thorn in the side of Congressman-for-Life Charlie Rangel.
In grammar school, I had a friend pitch a dumb idea to the teacher. He almost had his head ripped off. Nancy Pelosi & Harry Reid have Obama Barack pitching their stimulus plan. When it fails -- like my dumb idea -- who do you think's going to feel the heat from the voters?
Speaking of the stimulus plan, do you recall when you waited until the final weekend for that high school or college term paper? It was a rush job but you were OK with the "C" grade because, well, you didn't really apply yourself -- despite the fact that you had a month to get it done? I get that feeling with the "stimulus" proposal.
If I were Manny Ramirez, I'd be checking my investments about now. Why? Because the days of the million dolar plus incomes may have abruptly come to an end.
On a sad day, I sing a happy song and realize that I'm not Plaxico Burress.
On a really sad day, I sing a happier song and realize that I'm not Roger Clemens.
Those folks who sell Eight O'Clock Coffee are limiting the appeal of their product, right?
The Pro Bowl and the Grammys were held yesterday. The day when the nadirs for both the sports and cultural world collide. Quick -- who won what in 2007? I thought so.
Give credit where it's due: The New York Times has been steadfast on the unsuitability of Geithner and Daschle for Cabinet positions. Moreover, they have been a thorn in the side of Congressman-for-Life Charlie Rangel.
In grammar school, I had a friend pitch a dumb idea to the teacher. He almost had his head ripped off. Nancy Pelosi & Harry Reid have Obama Barack pitching their stimulus plan. When it fails -- like my dumb idea -- who do you think's going to feel the heat from the voters?
Speaking of the stimulus plan, do you recall when you waited until the final weekend for that high school or college term paper? It was a rush job but you were OK with the "C" grade because, well, you didn't really apply yourself -- despite the fact that you had a month to get it done? I get that feeling with the "stimulus" proposal.
If I were Manny Ramirez, I'd be checking my investments about now. Why? Because the days of the million dolar plus incomes may have abruptly come to an end.
On a sad day, I sing a happy song and realize that I'm not Plaxico Burress.
On a really sad day, I sing a happier song and realize that I'm not Roger Clemens.
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Obama Being Obama
Manny Ramirez is having a tough time finding a job. Then again, who isn't in this economy? But Manny is a ballplayer -- and if you take a look at his stats -- a pretty good one at that. In fact, he was the catalyst that enabled the Dodgers to compete for the National League pennant last year.
Yet there is no team that wants to sign him for the upcoming season. Why?
Because Manny is a jerk.
He wore out his welcome in Boston last year which prompted them his trade to Los Angeles. Manny's lackadaisical play (e.g., failing to run out ground balls; taking himself out of games) was tolerated as he produced. However, this behavior, known as "Manny being Manny" became too much of a distraction. Now at the end of his career -- and just a few short weeks before the start of spring training -- Manny and his agent are scrambling.
In Washington, Obama is producing for now. However, his production is based on the fact that he's not George W. Bush. Yet annoying traits are becoming evident -- the pride, the hypocrisy, the questionable judgment.
Moreover his vaunted ability (more smoke and mirrors than anything tangible) to work in a bipartisan fashion was shattered as he could not get one Republican to vote in favor of his generational theft, er, stimulus proposal.
These may be just rookie mistakes. Then again they may not.
After a while a lot of annoying little things add up -- no matter how good you are.
Just ask Manny.
Yet there is no team that wants to sign him for the upcoming season. Why?
Because Manny is a jerk.
He wore out his welcome in Boston last year which prompted them his trade to Los Angeles. Manny's lackadaisical play (e.g., failing to run out ground balls; taking himself out of games) was tolerated as he produced. However, this behavior, known as "Manny being Manny" became too much of a distraction. Now at the end of his career -- and just a few short weeks before the start of spring training -- Manny and his agent are scrambling.
In Washington, Obama is producing for now. However, his production is based on the fact that he's not George W. Bush. Yet annoying traits are becoming evident -- the pride, the hypocrisy, the questionable judgment.
Moreover his vaunted ability (more smoke and mirrors than anything tangible) to work in a bipartisan fashion was shattered as he could not get one Republican to vote in favor of his generational theft, er, stimulus proposal.
These may be just rookie mistakes. Then again they may not.
After a while a lot of annoying little things add up -- no matter how good you are.
Just ask Manny.
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