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Smith's hit was definitely intentional. I think he got really unlucky with the swipe and nailed Crowder right in the chin. It was a dirty play and, because he leveled Crowder, it looked way worse than JR intended. I hope the NBA takes into account intent more than the result or else a repeat offender like JR could get a long suspension. 2-4 games if the NBA wants to send a message. The Cavs really need JR's offense with KLove out. Perk should have been ejected too.

I lived on the 5th floor in the Buckeye building and loved it. If the windows are closed, the only noise "problems" I ever had were St. Patrick's day bagpipes at Flannery's (awesome) and Indians fireworks (not as awesome). Our windows faced prospect and were right above Flannery's.

I think once Redskins goes, Chief Wahoo is next. I wouldn't really oppose it. I love Chief Wahoo but it's pretty demeaning. Why not let him fade away quietly without the PR debacle going on in Washington? On the other hand, I'd really put up a fight over changing the name. I think removing Chief Wahoo will lessen the offensiveness of Indians. I do like Spiders if for some reason we had to lose Indians.

Hubey's the best in the biz. Love him and Collins on the game because they're objective and give you a peek into their coaching mindset. PS, Hubey is 81. Wow!

This is right outside my office. The rink looks amazing. Hoping it might lead to an annual outdoor rink.

This team looks to LeBron and follows suit. Once he gives a damn, they'll give a damn.

^ Loved this article. Fivethirtyeight is must a read every day.

^ Jabaal Sheard smokes Little on the 1st Buster interception.

Tito signs a 2-year extension with team options in 2019 and 2020. Love this signing. Should keep the Indians relevant for the foreseeable future. http://www.cleveland.com/tribe/index.ssf/2014/11/manager_terry_francona_signs_t.html

I'm not going to jump on the "Haden is an average CB" train, but I will say that Haden gets beat way too much in the most critical points in the game. I can list too many times (Week 1 for starters) when the Browns needed him to protect against the big play and concede the short routes, only to get burned. What's most worrisome for me is that it's been happening his entire career and he hasn't learned from any of his game-altering mistakes.

I don't love it, but it's light years better than the supposed "Dawg" logo that's been thrown around recently. Personally, I think they should mimic Ohio State's alternate helmet and incorporate some minor, albeit noticeable adjustments... Wider stripes, more modern shape, metallic shine.

I agree, maybe if Masterson was in 2013 form this would be packing it in, but 2014 form has been bad. Now they won't feel obligated to start him and his 5.51 ERA.

^ Love's contract is over after this season. If LeBron isn't here, he's gone.

There is no way they trade away Wiggins for Love unless they have some sort of verbal from LeBron or his agent. If they don't have it, they might be the dumbest sports franchise in history. That's no hyperbole. They might be...

It's great to see the quick evolution of the CBJ in the last 2 years. A fourth line of Calvert/Letestu/Atkinson?! Sign me up. I'm expecting big things from the CBJ in the next 3-5 years. This is still a very young roster and now have some playoff hockey under their belts. They'll come back hungry for more this fall. And wait till all these 1st/2nd rounders grow up!

While, disappointing, there are 3 or 4 major international tournaments (2015 Gold Cup, 2016 Copa America, 2017 Gold Cup, 2017 Confederations Cup) between now and the 2018 World Cup. Let's keep the support up! It'd be amazing to see this level of enthusiasm carry on to those events too. #USMNT

This was posted a few weeks back by Nate Silver and the article is relevant today. This is an incredible analysis on whether or not a player SHOULD be offered a max contract after his 3rd year. It's also a great example of why analytics should be used as a tool to aid decision making and not the lone consideration of the decision making process. http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/when-to-sign-an-nba-player-to-the-max/

While I think it's pretty likely we lose Chief Wahoo and retain the name 'Indians', I'd like a throwback to the Cleveland Spiders of the turn of the century. Now if only we could find another Cy Young...

Draft Bortles at #4 and let him sit for a year. We'll see what Hoyer can do. If Hoyer isn't the guy, both he and the Browns will know it. He could slide into the QB mentor role on his hometown team.

Incredibly glad it doesn't go with the med mart. That was a missed opportunity and I'm pleased the architects are steering clear of the concrete box design. I really like the new design. It's sleek and will be a great addition to the skyline.

^ "There no longer is a Fortune 500 company in town..." Ummm, what? That's blatantly false. Had to comment on that.

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They're on a tear right now. Landon looks completely locked in. With Clint, Landon, Jozy and Bradley playing some of the best ball of their life, WC2014 could be pretty fun for the Americans. I know it's against CONCACAF "minnows" but Jurgen-ball finally is catching on. They look quick, precise and purposeful on the ball. The frantic, half pitch "passes" from the back line seem like a thing of the past. Thank God.

^ Zeller needs to gain 15 lbs of muscle and then check in with Z. The guy is too soft right now. Getting bullied in the league. But it's always nice to have a 7 footer, right? (Ryan Hollins?)

http://nextcity.org/forefront/view/downtown-roulette Great read on the Ohio casinos.