New York Yankees hire former Florida Marlins manager.

Yes, i am a big Yankees fan and everybody that knows me, knows that. I am very happy with the Yankees decision on making Joe Girardi the new manager.

The former Yankees catcher and broadcaster brings leadership, knowledge and youth to the organization.

I like this move because the Yankees needed to change there style of play. Joe Torre was a quiet and a soft-spoken manager, while Girardi is not. Girardi managed a Florida Marlins team that had the lowest payroll in baseball. He made sure that his players played by the way he managed, aggressively.

Yes i miss Joe Torre, because he was very close with the players. And yes i'm not blaming him for the Yankees mistakes. He doesn't pitch and he doesn't hit, so you really can't blame the guy. But he was in the dug-out, and i felt he kept quiet when he should've spoken out when his team was making mistakes.

Simply, it was time for a change and bringing Joe Girardi will get Yankees fans excited once the season start next year. He will have a different team, now that Alex Rodriguez is gone, but will find the best nine players he has and will put them in the field.

Joe Torre walks out... Yankees search for new manager begins.

After 12 season with the New York Yankees, Joe Torre turn down a one-year offer for $5 million, plus bonus. Torre, who won four championship with the Yankees, leaves the team with one of best performance by a Yankees manager ever.

According to MLB.com writer Bryan Hotch,

I just didn't think it was the right thing for me, or the right thing for my players. Whether they're on my side, or not on my side, any pressure caused by maybe the manager's going to lose his job, that pressure isn't needed when the goal is to win baseball games.

Now the question is? Who will manage the New York Yankees? Some candidates for the job are: former Yankees catcher Joe Girardi and former first baseman, Don Mattingly.

Joe Girardi is honestly ready to take over Joe Torre's job. He's more experience with his managerial experience with the young Florida Marlins. He managed a team that had a low payroll and almost took them to the playoffs. Don Mattingly spent three years as a hitting coach for the Yankees until last year. This year, it was his first season as a bench coach, and showed a lot of patients, as the Yankees bats struggled in the beginning of the season. He worked with A-Rod, Cano and Jason Giambi and Shelly Duncan while they were struggling and eventually the bats woke up. There are also some consideration to current manager for the Cubs, Lou Pinella and former Cardinals manager, Tony LaRussa, but it will be long-offseason before the Yankees have a new manager.

According to MLB.com

There will be a process and I can promise you that process is going to take some time," Cashman said. "I ask for everybody's patience as we review and interview the individuals and make the appropriate recommendations to ownership...

The decision will be made, but it's premature to discuss the criteria right now.The only criteria I can touch on is what Hank and Hal [Steinbrenner] have always spoken, which comes directly from The Boss. Our intent is to continue on our quest for championships. We're very proud of everything we've accomplished over the years.

BCS standings are in...South Florida is # 2.

After 2 top-five teams lost this this week, The standings were shaken up just a little bit. A little school in Tampa is now the # 2 team in the nation. What? South florida is # 2 now?. You mean the Bulls, give me a break.

This is why the BCS standings is a joke and it's overrated. What happens if Ohio State plays South Florida for a national title. What station is going to what to pick up that game. Are you kidding me. Get rid of this thing already (BCS). You might as well put this game on PBS because no one is going to want to advertise it.

South Florida is not the second best team in the country. I have seen that and there is proof of that. I know a there's always one game that will tell you if a team is for real, but last week it wasn't that game.

Against Florida Atlantic University, a team who is ranked somewhere between 70-80 in the nation, came really close to knocking off the bulls. FAU forced USF to four turnovers, out-played them defensively and and scared the green and gold off of them.

Its time to get rid of the Bowl Championship Series standings and bring on the playoffs. Bring in the playoff format. Get the best eight teams in the nation and play in the format. Not only will we know who the best team is, but they will get to showcase that in multiple games.

To be honest with everyone, if the playoff format was to be in effect this year. South Florida would not get out of the first round. And if they did, they would get slap around in the second round, by a team like the Florida Gators, LSU Tigers, or Oklahoma Sooners. No chance what's so ever.

Miami's defense struggles... Dolphins are 0-6

One of the worst defense in the NFL showed why they were just that (the worst defense in the NFL).

The Dolphins defense allowed 384 total yardage, 244 passing yards and 140 rushing yards. They also allowed one rushing touchdown by Jason Wright and three passing touchdowns from Derek Anderson. The Dolphins also struggled on penalties. Miami had eight penalties for 90 yards. Although the inside seven of Miami's defense struggle badly, so did Miami's cornerbacks and safeties.

Browns receiver Braylon Edwards had 5 five catches for 67 yards but had three touchdowns. Tight End Kellen Winslow had a great game as well. He had five receptions for 90 yards.On the other side of the ball (offense), the Dolphins played better than usual and scored more points.

Quarterback Cleo Lemon was superb. He pass for two touchdowns to tight end David Martin and rushed for two toucdowns as well. Running Back, Ronnie Brown rushed for 101 yards on 19 carries. This is the fourth week in a row that Brown rushes for more than 100 yards. The first downs of this game was even, but that's because Miami had to play comeback to make this game close.

The Dolphins should play for next year instead of this year. Lose as much games to secure the #1 pick in next years NFL Draft. They should play with what they have and see what needs they will need.

Just when things couldn't get any worst they will. Miami plays the undefeated New England Patroits, who came away from Dallas with a big win. According to ESPN, "Cleveland handed Miami a franchise-record ninth consecutive loss.

FAU basketball recruits two players.

The countdown to March Madness is several months away, but the beginning of the regular season is near. There are many good teams to watch-out for this season.

Some include: Memphis, North Carolina, Michigan State and Louisville, but other teams are recruiting and getting ready for the years to come; those include the Florida Gators and Florida Atlantic University.

Florida Gators lost 5 starters this year to the NBA draft. The return of head coach Billy Donovan has gator fans excited again, but they will have a different mind-set then the championship team had. Instead of having leadership and experience, they will have to rely on youth and athleticism. The Gators recruited top prospect G Jai Lucas, SF Nick Calathes, Adam Allen, Chandler Parsons and Alex Tyus, to make the "baby gators" the best recruting class of 2007.

On the other hand, Florida Atlantic University had verbal agreement from two players.

Shooting Guard, Dago Pena and Combo Guard, Shay Shine verbally agreed to play for the Owls this season. With Sun-Belt conference 1st team player, Carlos Monroe, the Owls look to put one of the most explosive young team in the conference on the court.
Only FAU coach Rex Walters, though, envisioned both in his backcourt.
According to heraldtribune,"

Florida Atlantic made Dago and Shay a priority," said Matt Ramker, founder of the adidas-sponsored Florida Rams, the duo's travel team. "(FAU) worked harder than anyone. They convinced Dago to pass on much-larger schools and help build their school into a bigger national name."

Look for FAU to make a run at the Sun Belt conference championship this year. If so, it will be the second time in the school's history that the Owls would make the NCAA tournament. With young players and a leader in Monroe, the Owls will be a scoring team that can cause some damage against poor defenses.

Miami Dolphins are 0-5.

Kris Brown kicked 5 field goals including a 57-yard field goal as the Houston Texans defeated the Miami Dolphins 22-19. Brown kicked three out of his five field goals beyond 50 yards.

"That's as impressive as I've ever seen," Texans coach Gary Kubiak
said. And then to put that on top of it, i'm kind of lost of words. It's special. i don't know if we'll ever see that again."

Houston Texans offense was superb. They had more total yardage and passing yardage then the Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins running game out-rushed the Texans running game. The Dolphins running back, Ronnie Brown rushed for 114 yards on 23 carries. He also had a rushing touchdown.

If the Dolphins 0-5 start is not bad enough. During the game, the Dolphins also lost there starting quarterback Trent Green. Green, was hit in head and was injured by the Texans defensive tackle, Tarvis Johnson. The Dolphins back-up quarterback Cleo Lemon replaced Green and went 15 for 27 for 151 yards.

Lemons looked poised. He showed he can run the Dolphins offense. He will start Miami's next game. Green is out indefinetly. Miami also has options with second round pick John Beck. The BYU quarterback is now the second-string quarterback behind Cleo Lemon. If Lemon gets hurt or starts to struggle, look for Miami to start the rookie sometime down the line.

USF barely beats FAU

In front of 21,106 crazy fans in Lockhart stadium, FLorida Atlantic University showed the nation why there are the next big team to come out of Florida.

FAU was able to play with University of South Florida head-to-head. It was no quarterback shoot-out this time, but both quarterback did show why they were the top players in the nation.

USFs Matt Grothe threw for 122 yards, but threw an interception. He also rushed 120 yards on 14 carries for one touchdown.

FAUs Rusty Smith threw for 259 yards and three touchdowns. He moved the ball around well with his receivers connecting with Diivory Edgecomb, Jason Harmon and Cortez Gent.

But the star of the game was USF running back Benjamin Williams. Williams rushed for 186 yards on 25 carries and had four touchdowns. USF running game dominated FAUs defense. The bulls rushed for 302 yards.

The Owls defense forced 4 turnovers on the Bulls. The Bulls defense wasn't as explosive as they were against West Virgina. The Owls missed opportunities to win this game. FAUs kicker Warley Leroy missed three field goals. They also scored only once on there four turnovers. The bulls on the other hand, was again at the right place at the right time when it came to scoring.

Overall, the Owls football program got a lot of recognition this week for its play. this was the test that the Owls passed even though they lost. There fans showed up all out in red, to show some support. It was the biggest crowd in the schools history.

Can FAU really do it?

Florida Atlantic plays South Florida in what might be an interesting game to watch. Although #6 ranked South Florida is favored by 25 points, most think the Owls have a chance to make this a game. Check this out.

FAU has more total yardage per game and passing yards per game than South Florida, but USF has more rushing yards per game and points scored per game than FAU. Although South Florida plays in the Big East and FAU plays in the Sun Belt conference, one has to look at the others weakness in term of statistics.

Since 2001, when either FAU or USF each score above 30 points or more, combined they are 70-1. This year, FAU scored 30 or points against North Texas and Minnesota, they won both games. FAU will need to open up the running game and explore the passing game to shock the Bulls.

For FAU to have a chance on this game its simple. Stop USF running game, play at there pace of offensive game, and get the passing game going, with one of the most exciting quarterback in college football, Rusty Smith.

Smith has thrown for 1,289 yards and 9 touchdowns. He will have to explore the offense and use his talented wide receivers Jason Harmon and Cortez Gent.

On the other side of the ball, Tavious Polo, the nations top defensive back, will have to show why he leads the nation in interceptions. He we need to shut-down South Florida passing game. South Florida quarterback Matt Grothe is what i like to call "Strike when you least expected". Last week, he shocked West Virginia with two surprising plays to help them beat the #5 ranked team.

When its all said and done, The Bulls will win a close one in Lockhart, but don't be surprise if FAU ends South Florida's run to a national title. Let's go OWLSSSSSSSS.

Can former Hurricane finally come through in the playoffs?

Former Miami Hurricane, Alex Rogriguez looks to put his post-season drought behind him, when the New York Yankees face the Cleveland Indians tonight.

According to Sporting News, Rodriguez went 1-for-14 against the Detroit Tigers, extending his post-season drought without a homerun or an RBI to 44 at-bats.

He looks to turn things around for himself and his New York Yankees. According to ESPN, The Yankees have lost nine of there last 12 playoff games. Although his numbers for the playoffs are pathetic, you can't dismiss what he had done this year. He has fifty-two homeruns, 156 RBIs, 138 runs, and a 312. batting average.

But that's just the problem, he's only a regular-season player. It doesn't matter if its Seattle or New York, he just can't find a way to hit in October, when it matters.

Rodriguez becomes a free agent at the end of the season. Yet to get that guarantee contract and the respect of the New York fans, he will have to perform like another "Mr. October", Reggie Jackson or a "Mr. November" Derek Jeter.

Will this unbelievable season continue with some post-season magic? Let's see tonight when the "real" season begins. This is the year that A-Rod goes wild hitting-wise. He will prove he is the MVP and will help his team to there first championship in seven years.

USF knocks off #5 West Virginia.

How about those Bulls. No not the Chicago Bulls or the New York Red Bulls, but the the University of South Florida Bulls.

How those a team get out-gained, out-possessed, give up more turnovers and penalties and still win. Well thats what happen this Friday when The University of South Florida upset the #5 team in the nation, West Virginia, 21-13.

West Virginia had twice the amount of yardage than South Florida did. 437 yards to 274 yards. They also had 249 passing yards, which was more than South Florida's 135.

West Virginia had 28 more plays ran than South Florida. South Florida just happened to be the right place, at the right time.

West Virginia running game was no where to be found, both Heisman candidates Pat White and Steve Slaton were flat-out shut down.The Bulls defense look like a spanish rampage, while The Mountaineers offensive line looked tired and old. The Bulls defense forced six turnovers against a top 10 team, not bad for a program that just started 11 years ago.

Next week is the week FAU fans has been waiting for. That's right baby, University of South Florida comes to Fort Lauderdale to face the Owls of Florida Atlantic. I'll be there, and i'll tell you one thing, expect this game to be crazy and suprising. Can FAU continue its trend of last week upsets, let's see. Go FAU.