Red Sox expand lead, Yanks lose & try to cheat the system

[RedSoxWorrld]

Yeah I do believe so. Bigger question: Can he continue to do this? Or was think a one time thing?

is this the first game you've watched Lackey pitch this year? He has been their best starter, by far, besides Clay

he has been pitching like this most of the year, minus the K's

pay attention betterer

 

[Rock Strongo]

is this the first game you've watched Lackey pitch this year? He has been their best starter, by far, besides Clay

he has been pitching like this most of the year, minus the K's

pay attention betterer

has he really been "lit up" this year?

i think maybe once, thats it

 

[RedSoxWorrld]

has he really been "lit up" this year?

i think maybe once, thats it

he's had a couple bad outings

 

[Rock Strongo]

Hernandez faces tough case

First-degree murder charge means prosecution thinks killing planned, deliberate


Updated: June 26, 2013, 6:58 PM ET
By Lester Munson | ESPN.com

Former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez has been charged with first-degree murder and a series of gun violations. The investigation that led to the murder charge and the charge itself raise questions about the evidence against Hernandez, the handgun used in the killing, the possible roles of Hernandez acquaintances and the incarceration of Hernandez without bail:
Q: Why did authorities charge Hernandez with first-degree murder and not with any lesser offense such as second-degree murder or manslaughter?
A: The police and the Bristol County district attorney are convinced they have evidence that Hernandez was angry with the victim, Odin Lloyd; that Hernandez deliberately sought him out; and that Hernandez took Lloyd to what Hernandez thought was a secluded area and shot him at least five times. When prosecutor William McCauley used the phrase "execution style" in his courtroom presentation, it was a clear signal he thought the killing was planned and deliberate. If it was planned and deliberate, it is first-degree murder, a charge that in Massachusetts can lead to a sentence of life without parole. There was nothing accidental or even reckless in the prosecutor's scenario of what happened, nothing that would justify a lesser charge.
[+] EnlargeGeorge Rizer for The Boston Globe/Getty ImagesAaron Hernandez was arrested Wednesday morning at his home in North Attleborough, Mass., and charged with first-degree murder later in the day.


Q: How strong is the evidence against Hernandez?
A: The police and prosecutors have assembled an impressive, minute-by-minute chronology of what they think led up to the shooting. They will be able to show that Hernandez was with Lloyd in a rental car, that they made at least one stop as they drove around together and that Hernandez was pulling into his driveway at home two minutes after witnesses heard a series of shots in the industrial park where Lloyd's body was discovered. The detail, confirmed by receipts and text messages and phone calls, will be persuasive evidence in a trial.
But prosecutors might not have the weapon used in the killing. Authorities searched a stream and a lagoon near Hernandez's house but apparently found nothing. And prosecutors might not have an eyewitness who was present when the shots were fired. If the prosecutors later produce the gun and acquaintances of the two men who were with them in the hours and minutes before the shooting, the prosecution's case could become overwhelming. The authorities were not obligated to disclose all their evidence in the hearing Wednesday. If they were holding back on the gun and on cooperating witnesses, Hernandez will face a virtually insurmountable challenge.
Q: There has been a lot of talk about obstruction of justice: Hernandez allegedly destroying his cellphone, destroying his home video surveillance system and cleaning out his house. What happened to all of that?

A: Despite the reports, investigators were able to pull evidence from Hernandez's cellphone and from his surveillance system. The description of the evidence included numerous items that were taken from the supposedly destroyed cellphone and surveillance system. Even though the technology was destroyed, it appears investigators were able to extract important information from the pieces and fragments that were left. The focus is now clearly on the murder charge and not on the possible obstruction charge.
Q: Why didn't the judge allow Hernandez to be freed on bail?
A: There is no doubt Hernandez would be unsuccessful in any attempt to flee. The coverage of the investigation has made him suddenly one of the most recognizable athletes in the world. He has a fiancée and an infant daughter. If he were released on bond, it is certain he would be back in court for each required appearance. But the serious nature of the charge was enough for the judge to refuse to grant a bond. Hernandez's attorney has vowed to appeal the decision on the bond, but it is unlikely he will be able to persuade a higher court to set a bond.



Q: Why did authorities go to Hernandez's house and drag him out in handcuffs when he would have turned himself in voluntarily?
A: In notorious cases with extensive media coverage, many U.S. prosecutors insist on what has become known as a "perp walk." Even though Hernandez and his attorney had assured the prosecutors they would show up in court after a simple phone call, the police sent four squad cars to arrest Hernandez on Wednesday morning and brought him out the front door in a T-shirt.
This kind of arrest is a chance for the elected district attorney of Bristol County, C. Samuel Sutter, to enjoy some publicity. There is little doubt Sutter harbors political ambitions. He ran unsuccessfully for the U.S. House of Representatives last year in a Democratic primary. He might see the Hernandez case as a ticket to higher office. Another factor in the arrest might have been an attempt by authorities to show they were not happy with Hernandez's alleged attempt to destroy evidence. This perp walk was probably the result of both factors.
Q: When will we know more details of the killing?
A: Judge Daniel J. O'Shea, at the request of prosecutors and of Hernandez's legal team, issued a gag order that prevents any discussion of case details. It might be that the Hernandez appeal of the no-bail decision will provide some additional details as the prosecution argues that Hernandez belongs in jail until trial. But unless a news organization challenges the gag order, additional details might not emerge until trial.
Q: What is the likely outcome of this prosecution?
A: The case against Hernandez is strong and probably will grow stronger. Even without the weapon, the prosecution has powerful evidence. If a detailed review of the evidence against Hernandez shows him to face terrible odds in a trial, Hernandez and his attorneys could seek a plea bargain, a settlement that will allow Hernandez to serve a lengthy term in the penitentiary but still have some life left upon his release.

 

[SportsChic]

Uh oh!

TSN: The University of Oregon has been given three years of probation and scholarship reductions as penalties stemming from recruiting violations under former head coach Chip Kelly. The NCAA issued its findings on Wednesday, saying the school improperly used a recruiting service provider, who became a representative of the university's athletics interests. The NCAA's investigation stemmed from Oregon's ties to a recruiting service run by Willie Lyles. Kelly, who left the school in January to take the vacancy with the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles, was also cited for failure to monitor the football program and was given an 18-month show-cause order, which would require any school wanting to hire him to appear before the NCAA.

 

[Paul Fizzle]

The pipe-dream season continues

Where were you yesterday Chic?

I missed you

 

[molsaniceman]

Lackey just needs to avoid TB given up 5 and 4 Rs
He also has 2 games in may 1 hitter and 2 hitter

 

[Paul Fizzle]

+36 run differential

smoke and mirrors so far

its nice to see them in first tho

example:the redsox have scored 104 more runs then then pirates have

the pirates have also scored the least amount of runs in their division, one less than the freakin cubs

I've been saying it for years .... if you want to be successful in Major League Baseball ... you must have "Solid Pitchers."

The Pirate's rotation is on fire right now

 

[SportsChic]

NL AS game voting for Outfielders.

In so far as a starter Beltran, Justin Upton, and Harper.

But out, Cargo, Gomez, Domnic Brown, anf Puig.

MLB All-Star voting 2013: Can Yasiel Puig really make National League team? - Spokane Sports | Examiner.com

 

[SportsChic]

Where were you yesterday Chic?

I missed you

Was here. Re-read last nite thread

 

[mike hunt]

Poor Tebow probably wishes he was still a Jet, the circus act in Patriot land will only get worse.

Wes Welker seen doing cartwheels in Denver after the Hernandez arrest, Wes will hold a press conference later on whats wrong in New England.

 

[Paul Fizzle]

Was here. Re-read last nite thread

I can't remember the title of the thread .... what was it?

 

[SportsChic]

Poor Tebow probably wishes he was still a Jet, the circus act in Patriot land will only get worse.

Wes Welker seen doing cartwheels in Denver after the Hernandez arrest, Wes will hold a press conference later on whats wrong in New England.

Forgot about Brandon Llyodd doing fist pumps also. Danny Woodhead too.

 

[SportsChic]

I can't remember the title of the thread .... what was it?

TNM & GB

 

[Paul Fizzle]

TNM & GB

Oh .... I thought you ment this site.

 

[gobigred]

Uh oh!

TSN: The University of Oregon has been given three years of probation and scholarship reductions as penalties stemming from recruiting violations under former head coach Chip Kelly. The NCAA issued its findings on Wednesday, saying the school improperly used a recruiting service provider, who became a representative of the university's athletics interests. The NCAA's investigation stemmed from Oregon's ties to a recruiting service run by Willie Lyles. Kelly, who left the school in January to take the vacancy with the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles, was also cited for failure to monitor the football program and was given an 18-month show-cause order, which would require any school wanting to hire him to appear before the NCAA.

Pretty minor slap on the wrist is all that was. 3 years probation and only 1 scholarship a year. Weak!

Would loved to see 1 year bowl ban to see an Oregon fan here squirm

 

[mike hunt]

Forgot about Brandon Llyodd doing fist pumps also. Danny Woodhead too.

Yeah forgot those two, things could go bad real quick up there.

Amendola and Gronk are always a hit away from packing it in for the season, Brady better hope the genius Bellichek pays attention to running the ball often this year.

 

[Rock Strongo]

Poor Tebow probably wishes he was still a Jet, the circus act in Patriot land will only get worse.

Wes Welker seen doing cartwheels in Denver after the Hernandez arrest, Wes will hold a press conference later on whats wrong in New England.

LMAO

pats still win 11-13 games

jets?

4

im sure tebow would hate to win

 

[SFNL]

+36 run differential

smoke and mirrors so far

its nice to see them in first tho

example:the redsox have scored 104 more runs then then pirates have

the pirates have also scored the least amount of runs in their division, one less than the freakin cubs

Good pitchin' in a tough division

Funny enough, the 2 best records in MLB are also in a tie for the top NL wildcard spot today.

 

[Paul Fizzle]

TNM & GB

I've lost interest in that thread .... a few of the guys are on there are babies, and they have been pouting over an argument that happened weeks ago.

I lost patience, so I launched a major "troll offensive" against a few of the members .... and the cowards created another thread on a different site, hiding like little wimps.

They aren't real men.

Most of the guys on there are cool .... but the three "Fizzle Haters" are bitches.

If you read back enough, you'll be able to figure out who they are.