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Archive for April, 2009

“Playboy” Buddy Rose - 1952-2009

April 30th, 2009

Buddy Rose in Portland WrestlingPaul Perschmann, better known to wrestling fans as “Playboy” Buddy Rose, was found dead today by his wife in his home.  The cause of death is currently unknown but is believed to be related to blood sugar and diabetes complications. Read more…

Author: F Zupancic Categories: Wrestling

Reid Fliehr Arrested for Heroin Possession…. Wooooooooooo…ps!

April 27th, 2009

Reid Flair21-year-old Richard Reid Fliehr, son of professional wrestling legend Ric Flair, was arrested on March 4th for driving while impared.  Fliehr was released on $1000 bail, and was arrested again on April 27th.  This time, Fliehr faces felony charges, after police found heroin in his car during the arrest, which–again–was for driving while impared. Read more…

Author: F Zupancic Categories: Wrestling

Tyler loophole could spell doom for NBA

April 24th, 2009

jtyler2With the NBA in the mist of playoff basketball, a high-profile story has taken a backseat. Seventeen-year-old Jeremy Tyler is dropping out of San Diego High School and making the leap to the pro ranks. Read more…

Author: Jeff Dale Categories: NBA, NESN, Sports

Chara named Norris Trophy finalist

April 23rd, 2009

article_16237_2If Bruins captain Zdeno Chara brings home the Stanley Cup this spring it might not be the only hardware on his trophy shelf. The NHL announced Thursday Chara is a finalist for the Norris Trophy along with Mike Green of the Washington Capitals, and Nicklas Lidstrom of the Detroit Red Wings. Read more…

Author: Jeff Dale Categories: NESN, NHL, Sports

Who’s the favorite in the NBA playoffs?

April 18th, 2009

2009-nba-playoffs3Eighty-two games are in the books and now begins a new season — the NBA playoffs. A two-month odyssey to decide the league’s champion. Read more…

Author: Jeff Dale Categories: NBA, NESN, Sports

Red Sox to honor Green during Jackie Robinson Day ceremonies

April 17th, 2009

60topps-317On Wednesday, April 15, Major League Baseball honored Jackie Robinson by letting players wear his retired No. 42. On Friday, the Boston Red Sox will honor him again. Read more…

Author: Jeff Dale Categories: MLB, NESN, Sports

Beckett suspended six games

April 14th, 2009

josh-beckett5Just what the Red Sox needed. Major League Baseball suspended Josh Beckett six games for throwing at Angels outfielder Bobby Abreu during the Red Sox’ 5-4 loss in Anaheim on Sunday. Read more…

Author: Jeff Dale Categories: MLB, NESN, Sports

LeBron, Kobe, Dwyane fighting for MVP

April 12th, 2009

kobe_bryant_is_flanked_by_lebron_james_and_dwayne_wade_of_team_usaWith the final week of the regular season upon us, the elephant in the room still remains. Who is MVP? Read more…

Author: Jeff Dale Categories: NBA, NESN, Sports

Brady, Gisele’s wedding gets univited guests

April 6th, 2009

gisele-bundchen-and-tom-brady-picTom Brady and Gisele Bundchen’s second wedding in two months went off with a bang — literally. Read more…

Author: Jeff Dale Categories: NESN, NFL, Sports