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Offseason Overview: Washington Wizards

purpleonblack86 — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:04:15 -0000

Offseason Overview: Washington Wizards

Maybe not the most in depth analysis of the Wizards off-season status but he brings up 5 very good questions which I am sure my self and other fans are interested to see how they will be answered. Basic overview of the team but interesting none the less.

The plan for Hobgood and Matusz streak

purpleonblack86 — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:03:54 -0000

The plan for Hobgood and Matusz streak

Good updates on first-round pitcher Matt Hobgood and two other drafted players here so I wanted to include that also but the main attraction of this link is too highlight Brian Matusz's impressive 1 earned run streak since May 20th granted a 4IP shutout where his stats were lost to a rain delay and a canceled June 17th start as well. Brian seems like a potential solid starter. When he's ready to come up, let's all hope so.

What's your thoughts on Darrius Songaila?

purpleonblack86 — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:37:49 -0000

I am looking forward to what this recent trade is going to bring us this year and the more I look at it, it really seems like a win win for both teams involved. Besides that good news I was really wondering what people's thoughts were on here about Darrius Songaila's time with the Wizards. He showed me signs of improvement and provided a good back court presence at times as well as needed scoring even sometimes in clutch moments but his reserve role and lack of consistent production makes him being traded away understandable. Etan's situation was unfortunate and I wish him all the best but as far as Pech well that's a different story but I still hope he develops his role better in Minnesota. Now my initial question is basically what you guys think was Songaila's legacy with us good or bad and how do you think he'll fare with the the Twolves? Considering that I see D.Songalia as the higher commodity out of the three but feel free to disagree.

I had to post these Nike Foamposite Lite's for any sneaker heads on here just to see if anyone...

purpleonblack86 — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:22:20 -0000

I had to post these Nike Foamposite Lite's for any sneaker heads on here just to see if anyone knows of them. Personally I haven't been on my sneaker game as much I use to be but I got with this shoe forum and I see Nike coming out with so many shoes this year so I decided I'll get my butt of the bench. So don't get on my case for being late if you've known of them already. I think the regular's retail now but I haven't been to the store to check yet and I know Caron's pair wouldn't be there so here is where his are: http://www.osneaker.com/nike-foamposite-lite-caron-butler-washington-wizards-pe.html. Their under Nike Player Exclusives and it should be a legit site. Caron wore them last year, don't know what game but they would be nice to have. I like the look for the Wizards. Also check out David West's and Amare Stoudamire's edition's for the 2009 playoffs. http://www.kicksonfire.com/2009/01/24/nike-foamposite-lite-player-editions/

Kelly Washington could be #3 WR

purpleonblack86 — Sun, 24 May 2009 20:30:35 -0000

On Tuesday May 19th Kelly Washington was signed by the Ravens to a one year contract but the amount was not disclosed. It seems that coach Harbaugh has a lot of faith in Kelly saying that "He's kind of a young 29." Due to the fact that his body has not suffered a lot of wear and tear. John also likes him as a possible special teamer. Kelly Washington is 6'3 215 while his counterpart for the third receiver spot Demetrius Williams is 6'2 197. Washington beat out the other WR's competing for a job in mini camp who were Jerry Porter and Tab Perry. So far the Ravens have really liked what they have seen from Kelly and according to Hue Jackson the QB's coach who also coached Kelly in Cincy as a receiver's coach, he hasn't had the best time with coaches and just needs a good receiver's coach like Jim Hostler to help him reach his potential. Personally I like Williams but if Washington proves that he can be the better receiver than more power to him. He just might have a better upside than D-Will considering his mostly unproductive career so far. I like both guys but I have a better feeling about Kelly. Who do you guys like? May the best man win.

Kelly is signed:

http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2009/05/19/sports/csports051809.txt

Harbaugh's reaction:

http://weblogs.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/blog/2009/05/kelley_washington_no_3_receiver.html#comments

Saunders also wanted to look at the bright side. "The positive is, the four teams that are in front...

purpleonblack86 — Wed, 20 May 2009 06:40:15 -0000

Saunders also wanted to look at the bright side. "The positive is, the four teams that are in front of us are in the Western Conference, we're number one in the East," he said. "We're going to have an opportunity to have potentially the best talent to come into the Eastern Conference."

Hmm, didn't look at it that way Flip. Funny that this actually cheered me up a little. Anyone else? Thanks to pookeyguru for the article.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/05/19/AR2009051903967.html?hpid=topnews

Ladies and gentleman, the man, the wizard, the OZ, Yoda Newsome.

purpleonblack86 — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 02:56:11 -0000

Ladies and gentleman, the man, the wizard, the OZ, Yoda Newsome.

Thought's on Ty Lawson

purpleonblack86 — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 01:46:15 -0000

Wonder what people here think about Ty Lawson't chances of being successful in the NBA wether he commits to his decleration or finishes his senior year at UNC and declares again. He really was the soul of that team this year next to Tyler. They were an incredible combo. Eventhough he is sort of on the fence about entering the consesus is that he will most likely enter after opting out of the 2008 draft. I feel he should go and test the waters after winning a championship and gaining valuable experience but he still has things to work on such his perimeter game and jumpers but he's a nice slasher. I feel that this time he will be more confident to enter the NBA and after finishing a great season why shouldn't he despite some flaws? I feel he's more ready now than he will ever be. What's your guy's thoughts on whether he should stay or not and could he possibly be a nice fit for the Wizards? I think another hometown guy who has upside would be nice to add but I am not completely sold on his game yet. Although his Clinton, MD roots are cool because I hail from around the same area. It's said that he could be picked with the 10th selection and some team's that could select him are Utah, Portland, Philly, LA Lakers, and the Nets. Any where else?

http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/draft2009/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=InOut- Good draft preview.

AFC North Draft Preview

purpleonblack86 — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 19:08:14 -0000

I posted an AFC North 1st round draft preview slide yesterday on the Bleacher report website. When I have time I try to write about the Ravens and the AFC North team's in general there. I would like to know what you guys think of my selections for each team. I am pretty confident in these picks but with the nature of team needs, you can never really be certain. Despite my research into the topic I am still taking a stab at it because after all I am not a team insider like a lot of us are'nt. Hopefully one day I will able to cover the NFL as a career. Working on it for now. Would enjoy the comments by the Beatdown, thanks.

AFC North 1st RD Draft Selections:

Cincinnati Bengals: OT Michael Oher

Cleveland Browns: DE Brian Orakpo

Baltimore Ravens: WR Darrius Heyward-Bey

Pittsburgh Steelers: OG,C Alex Mack

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/146271-afc-north-draft-preview

Ravens option not to play Steelers in Opener

purpleonblack86 — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 01:40:52 -0000

I read an article by Tony Lombardi declaring that the Ravens do not want to play the Steelers in their house to open the season. So just to back it up I checked around and found a post stating that they indeed will not open the season on Thursday Sep.13 against the Steelers. Instead the Steelers will be playing the Titans at home. Good for us. I can see how Steeler fans and maybe even some here will say this is a punk move but I completely agree with it considering the Ravens situation now. With the amount of players they lost, the new free agents, and of course draft picks. They will need time to gel before they play the Steelers, who don't hate me, but could possibly have a better team situation than ours as a whole to start the season. Another smart move by Ozzie and I am sure others will agree, to get the team more ready for our match up.

http://weblogs.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/blog/2009/03/ravens_dont_open_2009_season_against_the_steelers.html

http://www.profootball24x7.com/column_view.php?cid=13&id=3332&view=archive- Good stuff about O.Pace and Derrick Martin in here.