DMV: Randy Wittman Fights Smoking
By JP Finlay | January 27, 2012
The one where the Wiz are cigs and Randy Wittman helps them quit. [Bog]
Mike Shanahan thinks Skins are “close.” Drug tests inconclusive. [CSNW]
Rex Grossman calls the Skins “a pretty damn good 5-11.” [Bog]
Raheem Morris: An impressive man of his word. [The Insider]
London Fletcher “hopes” to remain with Washington. [Redskins Journal]
More on the 20th anniversary of Skins last Super Bowl win. [Wash. Times]
Is Ovi the idea greater than Ovi the player these days? [SB Nation DC]
UVA rebounds from V Tech loss, takes down BC. [Streaking the Lawn]
Feinstein slams Navy for decision to join Big East football. [WaPo]
Pretty funny look at some of TV’s finest hoop moments. [SB Nation]
Topics: DMV, Wizards | 1 Comment »
20th Anniversary Of A Historically Insignificant Super Bowl Victory
By Jamie Mottram | January 26, 2012
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I think we all know by now that today marks the 20th anniversary of the Redskins’ Super Bowl XXVI victory over the Bills. Hallelujah to that.
But did you know that XXVI is only the 33rd-best (or 13th-worst) Super Bowl ever? Well, it is, at least according to Fox Sports’ Peter Schrager, who ranked all 45 Bowls based on quality, competitiveness and significance, which is he ranked them subjectively.
Here’s where he slotted the four Super Bowls in which the Redskins appeared:
No. 33 — Super Bowl XXVI: Washington Redskins 37, Buffalo Bills 24
No. 19 — Super Bowl XVII: Washington Redskins 27, Miami Dolphins 17
No. 17 — Super Bowl XXII: Washington Redskins 42, Denver Broncos 10
No. 14 — Super Bowl VII: Miami Dolphins 14, Washington Redskins 7
Considering the Redskins lost VII and XXVI and XXII were both landslides, I’d probably have bumped XVII up a bit (Diesel!). But I guess the first Super Bowl-winning African-American quarterback and the NFL’s only perfect team have to stand for something. So there you go.
Topics: Redskins, Uncategorized | 3 Comments »
Nationals Sign Big-Name Reliever
By Jamie Mottram | January 26, 2012
The Nats signed Brad Lidge to a one-year deal, which really isn’t a big deal. But, because Lidge has 223 saves, people have heard of him, so it kind of is. Either way, when I hear “Brad Lidge” this is all that comes to mind:
Thankfully Mr. Pujols now plies his trade in the American League.
Topics: Nationals | No Comments »
Top 20 DMV Sports Twitterers
By Jamie Mottram | January 26, 2012
Ball Hogs Radio asked us for 20 DMV sports Twitter accounts to follow, so here’s what we sent, in no order. Head over there to see the list they compiled, and share your own below. Oh, and follow us on Twitter, please.
@recordsANDradio
@russianmachine
@JapersRink
@Unsilent
@wzzntzz
@ChrisMottram
@dcsportsbog
@Truth_About_It
@burgundyblog
@john_keim
@sbnationdc
@ryanohalloran
@HomerMcFanboy
@MrMichaelLee
@RickMaese
@AdamKilgoreWP
@needham_chris
@jpfinlay
@testudotimes
@WickedPixels
Previously: Your Guide to D.C.-Area Sports on Twitter
Topics: Web 2.0 Is Not for Dorks | 4 Comments »
DMV: Duke Ruins Gary’s Big Night
By Jamie Mottram | January 26, 2012
Maryland lost a competitive one to Duke on the night Gary Williams Court was christened. [Testudo Times]
Video of the Gary Court ceremony. [SB Nation D.C.]
Gary Night images, including one last fist pump. [Bog]
Gary gave a somewhat curious answer about coaching in the NBA. [Bog]
Hey, the Wiz beat the Bobcats in Randy Wittman’s debut. [Bullets Forever]
Nat Gio press conference highlights. [Nats Journal]
Nats “reporter” Debbi Taylor won’t be returning to MASN. [Nats Journal]
Illustrating what Ovechkin may do over the All-Star break. [RMNB]
Twenty years ago, the Redskins won SB XXVI. [WaPo, City Desk]
Topics: DMV, Duke Sucks, Gary Williams, Maryland | 3 Comments »
We Won’t Run That Disgusting Matt Hendricks Ear Photo
By Jamie Mottram | January 25, 2012
But we will run this Christina Hendricks photo, per Japers’ suggestion.
And if it is the disgusting Matt Hendricks ear photo you’re after, go here.
Topics: Capitals, Opposite Sex | 7 Comments »
Two-Win Wizards Campaign For Four All-Stars (New Traditions!)
By JP Finlay | January 25, 2012
I was going to link to this but decided it needs its own post. Do the Wizards really think a 2-15 team deserves four All-Stars? Do the Wizards really think any of these four have played to the level of an All-Star?
I understand marketing, and engaging the fan base. I get that. BUT, I think the majority of fans and media think Nick Young and Andray Blatche need to be cut, dismissed, or bought out from the team. Immediately. Sentiment is split on JaVale McGee, but either way the guy isn’t an All-Star.
That’s right, most fans want those two gone, but the Wiz brass wants you to vote for them as All-Stars. I know because of gumshoe reporting the image above was taken from the front page of the Wizards’ website.
John Wall is the only cornerstone this team has. He has been playing well of late. But with point guards like Deron Williams, Derrick Rose and Rajon Rondo in the East, Wall isn’t an All-Star. Yet.
If I’m voting for anybody, it’s Jan Vesely. Just so he brings his girlfriend.
Topics: Andray Blatche, Infinite Sadness, JaVale McGee, John Wall, Nick Young, Wizards | 6 Comments »
DMV: Caps Win, Perreault Gets Creampied By Civilian Ovechkin
By JP Finlay | January 25, 2012
Caps defeat Bruins 5-3 behind Mathieu Perreault’s first hat trick. [CSNW]
Ovi plans to skip All-Star game after recent three-game suspension. [PD]
Scary video of roof collapse in Slovakia w/former Cap Richard Zednik. [PD]
Blame goes well beyond Flip Saunders for state of the Wiz. [Ball Don't Lie]
Michael Lee gets exclusive exit interview with a classy Saunders. [WaPo]
Jason Reid wants Ernie Grunfeld to get gone too. [WaPo]
Nats farm system took a hit in Gio trade, but 2011 draft could restock. [BP]
RyZim wants to stay a Nat, also wanted club to sign Prince. [Nats Journal]
Terps host Duke in game that will honor Gary Williams. [Wash. Times]
Skins need more playmakers, scouting WRs at Senior Bowl. [Redskins]
DC booze “renaissance”continues, gin distillery to open in NE. [DCist]
Topics: Alexander Ovechkin, Capitals, DMV | 1 Comment »
Andy’s A-11, Where Gary Williams Shoes Are The Illest Shoes
By Jamie Mottram | January 24, 2012
Mr. I Maryland Sports Correspondent Andy Peden casts his weekly ballot in the so-called Atlantic 11 college hoops poll. But first, the totally awesome shoes Maryland will wear for the unveiling of Gary Williams Court.
The CAA is coming on strong! And we have 11 teams in the rankings this week!
1. Georgetown (16-3, 6-2) — The Hoyas are positioning themselves for a top-four seed line.
2. Virginia (15-3, 2-2) — After dusting GT, they struggled with VT. With Sene out for a while, this team has gotten real thin.
3. George Mason (16-5, 8-1) — Mason is piling up the wins but unfortunately they had a weak non-conference schedule with no resume-building wins. Basically, they probably have to win the CAA tournament to get in this year.
4. VCU (16-5, 7-2) — A couple DMV teams are dominating the CAA. Hopefully one of them gets the bid. Looking forward to Mason and VCU playing twice in 11 days at the end of February.
5. Maryland (12-6, 2-2) — Had a chance against FSU and Temple but they can’t seem to play a consistent 40 minutes.
6. Virginia Tech (12-7, 1-4) — They were about to be written off when they won at UVA.
7. Richmond (11-9, 2-3) — They beat Temple then lost to GW and UMass? I’m totally confused.
8. Loyola (14-5, 7-2) — Iona is still the team to beat in the MAAC.
9. Old Dominion (12-9, 7-2) — They get some credit for winning five of six.
10. American (13-7, 4-1) — Their record still looks okay.
11. Norfolk State (15-5, 7-0) – Hey, they’re undefeated in the MEAC!
Topics: Andy's A-11, College Hoops, Gary Williams, Maryland | 8 Comments »
Prince Fielder Finally Signs, Not With The Nats
By Jamie Mottram | January 24, 2012
Whoa, boy. Detroit signed Prince Fielder to a nine-year, $214 million deal, according to CBS Sports’ Jon Heyman. That’s two years and $54 million than WaPo’s Adam Kilgore speculated he’s worth. So, good.
All the best to Prince in Detroit, where his pop used to play, which is weird.
Previously: Our Prince Fielder Roundtable
Topics: Nationals | 9 Comments »