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Lakers Anxious for Return of Pau Gasol Despite 6-1 Record

Paula Duffy | Posted 11.12.2009 | Sports


Paula Duffy

No one is sure when he will return and while the the team has hopes it will be sooner rather than later, the NBA season marches on.

The NFL Can Help Prevent Concussions Right Now

Paula Duffy | Posted 11.11.2009 | Sports


Paula Duffy

The Mahercor mouth guard isn't a cure for all head trauma. But it's a great start and it seems odd that the league doesn't use its two-minute drill to get some relief where it exists right now.

Fireworks at NFL Brain Injury Hearings on Capitol Hill

Paula Duffy | Posted 11.04.2009 | Politics


Paula Duffy

There is a conflict of interest inherent in teams' medical personnel determining the readiness of players and incentive laden contracts which don't account for time off the field for injuries.

Steve Phillips' Rehab Stint is Really About Future Employment

Paula Duffy | Posted 10.28.2009 | Media


Paula Duffy

When you need help it's great to admit that and get it. But excuse me for wondering aloud if rehab isn't a way to ensure that Steve Phillips will be employable again at some point in the future.

LeBron James Dunks on George W. Bush's Ass

Matthew Filipowicz | Posted 10.23.2009 | Comedy


Matthew Filipowicz

Le Bron James wants to dunk on G.W. Bush's ass, break the rim, and shatter the glass. The former President, never one to avoid biting off more than he can chew, issued a trash talking response.

Michael Jordan Can't Let Go of Old Hurts During HOF Speech

Paula Duffy | Posted 11.12.2009 | Entertainment


Paula Duffy

It's hard to listen to a filthy-rich man complain about the price of tickets for his enshrinement in his sport's hall of fame. But that, among other cringe-worthy moments is exactly what Michael Jordan did.

Jerry Jones vs. NFL: Who Will Pay to Move Cowboys Video Screen?

Paula Duffy | Posted 09.25.2009 | Entertainment


Paula Duffy

The Titans kicker had his punt bounce off the bottom of the excruciatingly huge video screen that hangs 90 feet from the playing surface.

Len Berman's Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 08.27.2009 | New York


Len Berman

Now there's an authority. Bills wide receiver Terrell Owens says Michael Vick should be reinstated immediately.

Len Berman's Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 08.24.2009 | New York


Len Berman

We found out yesterday that LeBron James smoked marijuana in high school, former major league pitcher Jim Parque used human growth hormone and Florida quarterback Tim Tebow is a virgin.

Len Berman's Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 08.23.2009 | New York


Len Berman

Can you imagine, it was Manny Ramirez bobblehead night in L.A. but Manny didn't start with a sore hand. Oh, he pinch hit a grand slam homer as the Dodgers won.

Len Berman's Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 08.22.2009 | New York


Len Berman

Loved the New York Times bit with "banner day." They used to have the event at Shea, but no more. So the Times invited readers to come up with cyberspace banners. A sampling: "Someone Madoff With the Mets' Season."

Len Berman's Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 08.21.2009 | New York


Len Berman

Paul McCartney finishes up his Citi Field gig tonight. I was there Saturday night and it would be much too easy to say it's the most noise Citi Field will hear all season, and certainly the most hits.

Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 08.20.2009 | New York


Len Berman

Stewart Cink wins his first major after beating Tom Watson in a 4-hole playoff at the British Open. Watson, at age 59, had a chance to win in regulation but missed an 8-foot putt on 18.

Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 08.17.2009 | Home


Len Berman

What's more surprising after the first round of the British Open? Soon to be 60-year old Tom Watson shooting 5-under, or Tiger Woods not breaking par (1-over) on a beautiful summer day in Scotland?

Len Berman's Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 08.16.2009 | New York


Len Berman

Happy Thursday everyone, here's my Top 5 for July 16, 2009.

Len Berman's Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 08.15.2009 | New York


Len Berman

Happy Wednesday everyone, here's my Top 5 for July 15, 2009.

The Williams Sisters' Finals Match Left Me Cold

Paula Duffy | Posted 08.06.2009 | Entertainment


Paula Duffy

Isn't it time for us to say that if the Williams sisters aren't going to go all out and feel comfortable to win in their typical fashion that we'd rather see one of them against another opponent?

Tim Floyd Leaves USC Just Ahead Of The Firing Squad

Paula Duffy | Posted 07.12.2009 | Entertainment


Paula Duffy

In the statement about his retirement, Floyd said he could no longer give "full enthusiasm" to the responsibilities of a Division I coach.