By Kyle Soppe Nelson Cruz has led his Rangers to their second ever World Series, and second in as many years. The ALCS MVP smashed a postseason record 6 homers in 6 games against the Tigers, including a shot off Verlander. Of his 9 hits this postseason, 8 have gone for extra bases. Interestingly, he does NOT lead the postseason in slugging percentage (.784). … [Read more...] about Full Count – Hail Mary | October 16
Archives for October 2011
O Caption My Caption! NFL Referees
There is often nothing funnier than capturing a facial expression or occurrence at the right time, or, should we say, the most inopportune time. I challenge you, loyal readers, to view the picture below and provide a captivating caption that will cause “the shores a-crowding” with “people all exulting.” Should you provide the wittiest of captions, for you the flag will be … [Read more...] about O Caption My Caption! NFL Referees
Week 6 … Unbeaten and Unbeatable?
Listen to internet radio with PickinSplinters on Blog Talk Radio By Kyle Soppe Two unbeaten teams remain in the NFL, and it figures to stay that way as both teams are home this week. Green Bay gets the Rams, and while they are off a bye week, they are simply less talented. The Lions face a tougher task in the 49ers, but the game being played at home is huge … [Read more...] about Week 6 … Unbeaten and Unbeatable?
College Football Road Trip
By Aaron M Smith This weekend, 10 members of the Pickin' Splinters Top 15 College Football Poll take to the road for what could be pivotal games in their march towards a BCS appearance or a chance at the National Championship. Let's take a look: LSU (#1 PSCFP) vs. Tennessee: On paper this has all the makings of a blowout. A tough Tigers defense against a Volunteers … [Read more...] about College Football Road Trip
This Date in College Football Belt History – October 14
October 14, 1978 Southern Cal at Arizona State Arizona State’s first year as a member of the new Pac-10 was a memorable one. Coach Frank Kush had his 4-1 Arizona State Sun Devils fired up to meet the 3rd ranked, 4-0 Southern Cal Trojans of coach John Robinson. Arizona State's All-American DE Al Harris anchored the defense & QB Mark Malone guided the offense as the … [Read more...] about This Date in College Football Belt History – October 14