Back to Orlando for Game 6. Cavs win 112-102!

The Cavs are not ready for vacation just yet.  The Cavaliers get a huge win 112-102, to continue the series and send it back to Orlando.  Just when you thought, you have seen it all from Lebron James he does you one better.  Scoring 37 points and having 14 rebounds 12 assists in a pivotal spot.  Game six is headed back to Orlando on Saturday night at 8 pm.  See the full story and video below:

Cavs 112 Orlando 102

Indians sweep Rays with 2-1 victory

The Indians haven't had much to be happy about this year, but that changed Thursday afternoon.  The Tribe not only has a 4-game win streak, but they swept the Tampa Bay Rays in the process with a 2-1 victory.  Rookie pitcher David Huff made his second start, this one was much better than the first.  Huff went 4 innings giving up 4 hits and striking out 2.  The bullpen of RP Jensen Lewis, RP Matt Herges, RP Rafael Betancourt, and Kerry Wood stifled the Rays.  Victor Martinez had 2 RBI for the Tribe in the win.  The Indians now improve to 21-28 on the year and still in fourth in the Central division.  Tampa Bay drops to 23-27 on the year.  

Next up for the Tribe is a four game series with the NY Yankees at Progressive Field starting tomorrow and ending on Monday.

Indians Owner has mild heart attack

Indians Owner Larry Dolan had a mild heart attack Wednesday.  See the short story below:

Larry Dolan

Deep Thoughts- Cavs versus Magic Series

After watching the Cavs and Magic series, I have gathered some opinions of what I have seen so far.  Some of my opinions could be biased because I am from Cleveland and a die hard Cleveland sports fan.  There will be good and bad thoughts but, I think it tells how I feel.  So feel free to comment on what you think about the series.

About Both Teams

1st- There has been some great basketball played by both teams, whether its hitting a clutch shot, or making the extra pass, both teams have played well.

2nd- Both teams are so evenly matched, every game makes you have at-least one heart attack.  Gotta love playoff basketball!!

3rd- Both teams have their star players make everyone around them better, for the most part.  That being Lebron James and Dwight Howard.

The Orlando Magic

1st- How can everyone say Dwight Howard is amazing and the best PF in the league?  OK I will give him his height and strength, but so far all I have seen him do is bum rush in the low post, make lay-ups and dunks. Wow congratulations make an outside shot.  Half of his plays are offensive fouls that the referee looks the other way.  I will give him credit he has improved his free throw's and made some good defensive plays but, any other player would be called for fouls.

2nd- If I hear the Orlando Magic cry one more time about the referee's and the calls I will laugh.  Have they seen the same game I have?  For most of the series they have gotten a majority of the calls.  And after the NBA goes back and looks at plays they rescind the calls anyway, favoring....... yes the Magic.  I am referring to Anthony Johnson's play and Dwight Howard's technical foul that also was taken away.

The Cavaliers

1st- Lebron James has been simply amazing in this series, but driving to the basket needs to be a top priority.  He can have whatever he wants and creates in many ways when he accomplishes this.  Its much more effective than a fade away three, he tends to take.  Also 4th quarter free throws have been  a struggle.  That can be brushed off though because he made two free throws when it mattered in game 3.

2nd-  The cast has been absent from most of this series, and need to make their presents felt in game 4 or this series will be history.

3rd- Defensively the Cavs have been unable to slow down Orlando's three point shooting.  Switching, and double teaming has not worked, creating mis-matches all over the floor.

The Cavs have a tough task at hand but, as I always say its still not over.  I had to vent about this because it has bugged me all week.  Now I feel much better.  What does everyone out there feel about this series?

Rob Trautman

PrimeTime Sports

Browns sign Hood

The Browns have signed free agent DB Rod Hood to a one year contract on Tuesday.  Hood is a veteran that played four seasons with the Eagles and two seasons with the Cardinals .  He started 14 games last season recording 40 tackles and one interception.  He had five interceptions in 2007.  Hood is expected to compete with Eric Wright and Brandon Mcdonald for a starting job.

Indians win again 5-1 versus Rays.

The Cavaliers keep losing, but the Indians keep winning, beating the Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 on Tuesday night.  Carl Pavano got win #5 on the year , and he continues to improve. Pavano has now won 5 of his last 6 starts.  Read the full story below:

Indians 5 Rays 1

Tribe takes on tampa Bay again Wednesday and Thursday before taking on the Yanks at home this weekend.

Orlando beat Cavs in OT 116-114.

The Cavs continue their struggles in the second half of games versus the Orlando Magic.  Lebron scored his usual 40+ points but his sidekicks could again not do the job to get the Cavaliers over the hump.  Now Cleveland must win three in a row if they want to advance to the NBA Championship.   SEE Game 3's story by clicking the link below:

Orlando 116 Cavaliers 114

Orlando now takes a 3-1 lead.  Next game Thursday at Cleveland 8:30pm tip.

BG Alum Nolan Reimold hits HR for Orioles

 BG Alum Nolan Reimold received the call up to the Major Leagues this last week.  On the season he has a .250 average and hit his first HR against the NY Yankees Wednesday night in an 11-4 loss.  The outfielder got the call up because of injuries and has making making the most of his opportunity.  He has had hits in 4 of the last 5 games he has played so far this year.  See the story below:

Nolan Reimold

Orlando fights back! Beats Cavs 107-106

If the Cavs want to win this series, they are going to need everyone to help Lebron on offense.  That wasn't the case in game 1.  Orlando beat the Cavs on a Rashard Lewis 3-pointer with 14.7 seconds left 107-106.  Dwight Howard proved to be physical with the Cavaliers scoring 30 points and grabbing 13 rebounds.  For the Cavs, Lebron James scored a playoff career high with 49 points, that proved to not be enough.  Delonte West missed a wide open 3-pointer with seconds left as the Cavs fell in game 1.  See the story below:

Orlando 107 Cavs 106 

Keys: Offensively-  For the Cavs to win this series Mo Williams, and Delonte West are going to have too make their open shots and make the Magic's slow recovering defense pay.  They did that in the first half and Orlando started off slow.  Lebron James needs help offensively if the Cavs are going to win this series.

Defensively:  I like that they let Dwight Howard have the two point field goals, it took their 3-point shooting out of the game in the first half.  The second half was a different story.  Rashard Lewis, Hedo Turkoglu, and an array of others did not miss.  The defense needs to out hustle, and not fall asleep on cuts and picks.  With hard picks in enabled the Orlando shooters just a little gap to hit the big shot.

Cavs Versus Orlando Series starts Wednesday

The Cavaliers wait is finally over.  After playing 7 tough games against Boston, the Orlando Magic will take on the Cavaliers starting Wednesday at 8:30 pm. Here is how the schedule looks for the Eastern Conference Championship Series :

Wed, May 20 Orlando at Cleveland 8:30pm

Fri, May 22 Orlando at Cleveland 8:30pm

Sunday, May 24 Cleveland at Orlando  8:30pm

Tuesday,  May 26  Cleveland at Orlando 8:30pm

Thursday, May 28 Orlando at Cleveland 8:30pm

Saturday, May 30 Cleveland at Orlando 8:30pm

Monday, June 1 Orlando at Cleveland 8:30pm

Indians beat Rays 11-7, Sign Vizcaino

The Indians have been up and down so far this year, but traveling to Tampa Florida might be just what they need. Beating the Rays 11-7 in game one of the 4-game series.  Victor Martinez, Asdrubal Cabrera, and Shin-So Choo each collected 4 hits in the win. Fausto Carmona got the win and improved to 2-4 on the season.The Indians are now 14-22 on the year.  Read the story below:

Indians 11 Rays 7

The Indians sent LHP Jeremy Sowers down to Triple A, and added RHP Luis Vizcaino to the roster.  Vizcaino, 34, was released by the Cubs on April 23 after four scoreless relief appearances. Cleveland will be the seventh stop for Vizcaino in six years.

In 532 career appearances, the right-hander is 34-27 with a 4.31 ERA and seven saves. He has also struck out 483 in 535 career innings.

Indians Snap 4 game skid

The  Indians have flat out been terrible to begin the season.  Opening up with the worst record (12-21) in the MLB.   RHP Carl Pavano came to the Indians hoping to revamp his career that has had many up and down points.  He snapped the Tribe's 4-game skid Monday night as the Indians got a 9-4 win versus the White Sox.  Pavano improved to 3-3 on the season, winning his 3rd straight.  See the full story below:

Indians 9 White Sox 4

Cavs sweep Hawks 4-0 with 84-74 win.

The Cavs get their second consecutive sweep with a 84-74 win over Atlanta Monday night.  In what was a sloppy game all the way threw, Lebron and the Cavs still muscle there way through with another win.  See the story below:

Cavs 84 Hawks 74

Strongsville Browns Backers Fundraiser a success

The Strongsville Browns Backers had a fundraiser for Relay For Life at Strongsville's Slim and Chubbies yesterday.  President Josh Jeffi, VP John Chatham, and Corrin Kompa did a great job finding different prizes that included golf, many different restaurants, Indians tickets, a Browns cornhole set and much more.  Not to mention a 50/50 raffle that gave the winner $100.    

The food was extraordinary with Slim and Chubbies BBQ wings, rigatoni, salad, and pizza.  It was a great atmosphere to support your Browns, but also root for the Cavaliers.  The Strongsville Browns Backers will have more exciting events, so please come on out and support them.  These guys put alot of time and dedication into making this fun for YOU the Browns fans of Strongsville and surrounding areas.  With your help and contribution, we can make this fun for everyone by eventually having visits from players, more prizes, money earnings, and a whole lot more!  Check their website out below.

Strongsville Browns Backers

Cavs up 3-0 vs Hawks, Indians can't score runs lose 4-0

The Cavs have been connecting on all cylinders in the playoffs, and Saturday night was no different beating the Hawks 97-82.  The Cavaliers have a 3-0 lead now and look for the sweep on Monday night at 7pm in Atlanta.  For the article abut Saturday nights game click below:

Cavs 97 Hawks 82

The Indians continue to struggle losing to the Tigers for the second day in a row, 4-0.  They play today at 1:05 to wrap up the series in which the Tribe's  streak of scoreless innings continues at 19.  Click below to see article from yesterday's game:

Tigers 4 Indians 0

Rumor Mill: Braylon to Jets for RB Thomas Jones?

This could be something done down the road, but rumors already swirling involving Braylon Edwards.  The Giants couldn't get a deal worked out for Braylon, so now it seems the other NY team in contemplating going after the wide receiver.  Read the rumor below:

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/rumors/post/Browns-Edwards-to-Jets-for-RB-Thomas-Jones-;_ylt=AoBXuTyvnMWW0NSbXorY5YWC2bYF?urn=nfl,161215

Browns sign WR Furrey, Texas Tech QB Harrell leaves without contract

The Browns need some veteran WR to lead some of the rookies they have in camp, so they went out and signed free agent wide receiver Mike Furrey.  Furrey spent 3 seasons with Detroit.  A walk-on at Ohio State in '95 he transfered to Northern Iowa.  He caught for 1,086 yards and six  TD's for the Lions in 2006.

Popular Texas Tech QB Graham Harrell left Berea without a contract making him a free agent, and able to sign with another team.  Read the story below:

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/blog/shutdown_corner/post/Browns-like-Harrell-but-not-enough-to-offer-him?urn=nfl,161298

Lebron James receives MVP trophy, Cavs win Game 1 vs Atlanta

Lebron James was happy to receive the MVP trophy, but he was more happy to win game 1 versus the Atlanta Hawks 99-72.  Lebron and the Cavs started slow, but it didn't take long to lose the rust as they jumped out to a 12 point lead early in the game.  The Hawks would stay close in the first half only trailing by 5 at half.  The second half was a different story.  The Cavaliers won the third and fourth quarters by 11.  Newly crowned MVP Lebron James led the Cavs with 34 points.  Mo Williams helped out with 24 points, and Delonte West pitched in with 13 points.  

Game 2 at the Q will be Thursday at 8 pm.

For the story and a Lebron James interview click below;

http://www.cbssports.com/nba/gamecenter/recap/NBA_20090505_ATL@CLE

Cavs ready to take on Atlanta, James MVP announcement

The Cavaliers have had a nice week off.  Now it is time to prepare for the Atlanta Hawks who beat the Miami Heat on Sunday.  The series was filled with blowouts, and the Cavs better be ready for this young group who will look to be energized.  Can the Cavs come out and look ready after a week off?  Time will tell..  Here is the way the series schedule looks;

Tuesday- 8pm -Home

Thursday- 8pm- Home

Saturday-8pm-at Atlanta

Monday-7pm-at Atlanta

Wednesday-TBA Home

Also Lebron James is expected to be named MVP of the league according to sources.  There will be a press conference at SVSM sometime today.  Here is the article:

http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news;_ylt=Ahvke5C5AXPri4XGqmv9MFG8vLYF?slug=ap-nbamvp&prov=ap&type=lgns

Hafner on DL, Tribe takes on Detroit

The Indians have had chances to get over the hump this year, but with injuries and the bullpen getting alot of extra work, they are below .500 on the year.  The latest injury is Travis Hafner who will be placed on the 15-day DL with a sore shoulder.  Indians manager Eric Wedge said this is not uncommon.  Hafner has had average hitting so far this year, with a .270 batting avg and has 4 HR  8 RBI.  

The Indians look to get over the hump, this weekend as they take on the Detroit Tigers in at Comerica Park.  Detroit currently has an 11-10 record on the year.  The Tribe has a 8-14 record and is in last place.  Here are the pitching match-ups for this weekend;

C. Pavano  0-3  vs A. Galarraga  3-0 Fri

A. Laffey  2-0  vs Z. Miner  2-1  Sat

C. Lee  1-3  vs J. Verlander  1-2 Sun