Check out the video linked on Youtube as well!!
Monday, April 26, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Young Stud Caught; Suspended 50 games
Edison Volquez of the Cincinnati Reds tested positive for a male fertility drug that is banned by MLB and helps increase levels of testosterone. The 26 year old right-hander will have to wait even longer after his Tommy-John surgery recuperation. Volquez admitted to using the drug claiming that he and his wife used it in order to try and start a family.
A highly touted prospect of the Texas Rangers system, was traded to Cincinnati for young power hitter Josh Hamilton.
What does this mean for the MLB moving forward? Stars, Sluggers, Pitchers, Youngsters...when it comes to using illegal substances there really isn't a particular "steroid look". Although the more famous players to have been high publicized for their use of steroids are generally very large and strong men, there are many other players like Volquez who are failing these drug tests, often citing reasons other than to increase their baseball performance, as to why they took the drug.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
MLB to Consider Floating Realignment
A recent article from The Big Lead describes an on-going topic discussed on talk radio shows covering MLB discussion. The idea is to potentially try to create divisions that are more competitive based on the markets that they play in. This is called Floating Realignment.
Many fans of lower market teams are upset that they're teams don't have the economic ability to compete with teams such as the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox who have payrolls around $200 million, and even above for the Yankees. Markets like the Twins, Orioles and Blue Jays don't have these funds and consequently don't have the ability to place the higher paid, and typically more talented, players on the field of competition.
On the WFAN radio, the San Diego Padre coach was asked to comment on this topic. The Padres would be moved to the lower level market, and thus would be seen as having an easier schedule if this move was made. The coach felt that he didn't like this move. He felt that the game has been set up relatively the same for over 100 years and shouldn't be changed now. Every player is of major league talent, and money doesn't necessarily compute directly with win total. Through lower-level scouting and development any team can compete, as seen with the Colorado Rockies of late.
I personally don't like the idea to rearrange the divisions based on the markets that they play in. I believe that a salary cap should be put in place to put a ceiling at how much money can be spent on a roster.
Many fans of lower market teams are upset that they're teams don't have the economic ability to compete with teams such as the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox who have payrolls around $200 million, and even above for the Yankees. Markets like the Twins, Orioles and Blue Jays don't have these funds and consequently don't have the ability to place the higher paid, and typically more talented, players on the field of competition.
On the WFAN radio, the San Diego Padre coach was asked to comment on this topic. The Padres would be moved to the lower level market, and thus would be seen as having an easier schedule if this move was made. The coach felt that he didn't like this move. He felt that the game has been set up relatively the same for over 100 years and shouldn't be changed now. Every player is of major league talent, and money doesn't necessarily compute directly with win total. Through lower-level scouting and development any team can compete, as seen with the Colorado Rockies of late.
I personally don't like the idea to rearrange the divisions based on the markets that they play in. I believe that a salary cap should be put in place to put a ceiling at how much money can be spent on a roster.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Opening Day 2010!!
Ah, yes! Baseball is back in town!
Sunday Night, April 4th was the first game of the 2010 season as the New York Yankees visited the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park in Boston, MA. Like any other season, there are predictions for comeback players, winners, losers and every fan believes their own team has the best chance to make it to the playoffs.
But what changes are there to the 2010 season. Let's take a look at some changes and upgrades occurring this season in Major League Baseball.
1. Southwest Airlines is now the official airline for the Philadelphia Phillies, Baltimore Orioles, and Texas Rangers. To commemorate the partnership, Southwest is giving Phillie and Oriole fans a chance to get 10% off their airfare is booked in the month of April!
2. Citifield adds new dining options. Although there's no HGH Hamburgers, Citifield is offering some new dietary options for its fans. Local favorites such as the Shake Shack, Nathan's, Brooklyn Burger, The Original Cascarino's, and Mama's of Corona highlight the options for mets fans!
Monday, March 29, 2010
Podcast
Please enjoy the podcast posted below. It was a thrill to be able to speak with Andrew Vazzano of TheRopolitans.com
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Crisis Management Gone Wrong
A look at the Exxon Valdez oil spill crisis. The Exxon Valdez oil spill is one of the most highly scrutinized crisis management cases. Over 1,000,000 barrels of oil spilled into the water when an oil tanker went aground entering the Prince William Sound.
Proper crisis management highlights a few key steps to follow, of which Exxon did a poor part of demonstrating in its crisis response.
1. Timeliness of response:
Exxon CEO waited 6 days before he spoke at all to the media about the oil spill. Our Text, outlines the its best for the company to respond on the issue within 36 hours of its exposure.
2. Don't Constantly Deny Media
Exxon continued to deny the media's request to answer questions. This does nothing but give reason for the media to be creative and publish its own assumptions as to the questions they are trying to figure out, which most probably is not accurate.
3. Keep Information Accurate
Exxon didn't efficiently verify the information to be revealed to the media. This caused Exxon to have released contradictory information, creating an image of foolishness and led many to doubt what information was actually true and correct.
Be sure to respond quickly, have uniform information, and work collaboratively with the media to ensure less gossip stories that create and circulate rumors.
Proper crisis management highlights a few key steps to follow, of which Exxon did a poor part of demonstrating in its crisis response.
1. Timeliness of response:
Exxon CEO waited 6 days before he spoke at all to the media about the oil spill. Our Text, outlines the its best for the company to respond on the issue within 36 hours of its exposure.
2. Don't Constantly Deny Media
Exxon continued to deny the media's request to answer questions. This does nothing but give reason for the media to be creative and publish its own assumptions as to the questions they are trying to figure out, which most probably is not accurate.
3. Keep Information Accurate
Exxon didn't efficiently verify the information to be revealed to the media. This caused Exxon to have released contradictory information, creating an image of foolishness and led many to doubt what information was actually true and correct.
Be sure to respond quickly, have uniform information, and work collaboratively with the media to ensure less gossip stories that create and circulate rumors.
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