‘Sports’ Archives
Braves Keep Playoff Hopes Alive Beating Philadelphia
The Atlanta Braves came one step closer to the playoffs and extended retiring manager Bobby Cox's season for at least one game, beating the Philadelphia Phillies 8-7. With their win over the Phillies today, the Braves finished the season at 91-71, assuring themselves either the National League wild card spot or a potential one-game playoff against [...]
George Blanda Dies At Age 83
George Blanda, one of football's great legends died today at the age of 83 after a short illness. Blanda was known for his toughness, versatility and longevity, surviving 26 seasons and 340 games in the NFL as a quarterback and a kicker; five more years than any other player in history. He retired at age 48 as the league's all-time leading scorer, [...]
Michael Vick Named Starting Quarterback For The Eagles
Coach Andy Reid of the Philadelphia Eagles named Michael Vick the starting quarterback for the team this week. In Tuesday night's press conference, Andy Reid repeatedly said the Eagles change at quarterback wasn't about Kevin Kolb. Reid thinks Vick is one of the best quarterbacks in the league, but Reid indicated there were other reasons for [...]
