More like There Will be SHAT!
Is it me? I just don't seem to be getting some of these movies lately. It probably is me to some degree as my mind is deteriorating. Still, don't know what the big deal about this movie was. It was okay. Just didn't really see the point about the story. Maybe I wanted more from it. I will say that the acting was very good. However, I just thought there was an overall lack of story or maybe it was just that this story wasn't all for me. Either way, I was waiting for it to pick up some. Ending was pretty strange too.
Give it 2 stars and that is mostly for the acting.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Is Urlacher being TOO greedy?
From the Chicago Sun Times:
The original $57 million didn't seem to bother anyone. It was a little high for Brian Urlacher, but he had the potential to be a big star. And he got there, too. Urlacher wants more. ''I'm just happy that we were able to come to an agreement on both sides. And it's fair for both sides.'' That's what he said five years ago when he signed his current deal, which was for nine years and included a $13 million signing bonus. At the time, it was one of the richest contracts for a defensive player in NFL history. Now, it's not. But he negotiated away that salary inflation in favor of security. That was the choice he made. The Bears have been fair to him. And here's some more reality: Urlacher is about to turn 30 and has four years left on his contract. He's coming off neck surgery and has a chronic back problem. And he wasn't good most of last year.
My answer would be "Yes."
The original $57 million didn't seem to bother anyone. It was a little high for Brian Urlacher, but he had the potential to be a big star. And he got there, too. Urlacher wants more. ''I'm just happy that we were able to come to an agreement on both sides. And it's fair for both sides.'' That's what he said five years ago when he signed his current deal, which was for nine years and included a $13 million signing bonus. At the time, it was one of the richest contracts for a defensive player in NFL history. Now, it's not. But he negotiated away that salary inflation in favor of security. That was the choice he made. The Bears have been fair to him. And here's some more reality: Urlacher is about to turn 30 and has four years left on his contract. He's coming off neck surgery and has a chronic back problem. And he wasn't good most of last year.
My answer would be "Yes."
Friday, April 11, 2008
IT'S PLAYOFF TIME - GO CAPS!!!!
It's been a few years but the Caps are back in the playoffs and you can bet it will be a crazy crowd tonight. I think it's going to be electric and the Caps are going to continue their inspired and confident play. LET'S GO CAPS!!!!
Monday, April 7, 2008
CAPS ARE IN THE PLAYOFFS!!!
Who'd a thought after a 6-14 start? They were considered one of the worst teams in hockey but a new coach, some new energy, some key FA acquisitions, and a little bit of luck they have found themselves as the #3 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs.
The clinching game against Florida on Saturday night was electric. The crowd was crazy and there was a sea of red. The Caps haven't been able to attract this kind of crowd at Verizon in years. Interesting because I walked into a sports store over the weekend and Ovechkin's jersey is on sale right at the front of the store and a lot of people were showing interest. Frankly, I wouldn't mind getting one myself. If you watch the team, you can't help but enjoy the way that they play. They are playing with a lot of inspiration and confidence.
That said, they have bought themselves an opening round matchup against Philadelphia (another much improved team from last year). The Caps have the home advantage and I feel confident they will continue their stellar play. I don't think they are satisfied with just getting to the playoffs. I think they are ready for more. Again, this team seems focused and yet relaxed. They are playing with as much confidence as anyone and I think they will make some noise in the playoffs.
LET'S GO CAPS!!!
The clinching game against Florida on Saturday night was electric. The crowd was crazy and there was a sea of red. The Caps haven't been able to attract this kind of crowd at Verizon in years. Interesting because I walked into a sports store over the weekend and Ovechkin's jersey is on sale right at the front of the store and a lot of people were showing interest. Frankly, I wouldn't mind getting one myself. If you watch the team, you can't help but enjoy the way that they play. They are playing with a lot of inspiration and confidence.
That said, they have bought themselves an opening round matchup against Philadelphia (another much improved team from last year). The Caps have the home advantage and I feel confident they will continue their stellar play. I don't think they are satisfied with just getting to the playoffs. I think they are ready for more. Again, this team seems focused and yet relaxed. They are playing with as much confidence as anyone and I think they will make some noise in the playoffs.
LET'S GO CAPS!!!
Urlacher Not Happy!
From the Tribune, "For the second year in a row, the Bears will be without a Pro Bowl linebacker for the start of their voluntary off-season program, in part because of an unresolved contract situation. Brian Urlacher told the Tribune on Sunday he plans to skip the first day of workouts, slated to begin Monday, and left open the strong possibility that he will bypass the Bears' entire voluntary off-season program, which includes organized team activities (OTAs)."
Looks like Urlacher will be sitting out for a while. We'll see how much the Bears are willing to pony up for their franchise player. Interesting because there is no question that Urlacher is on his way down. He has sacrificed his body and given all he can for the Bears and been one of the greatest at his position but now with the neck surgery and arthritic back and his age, I am sure we have seen the best of him. I'm sure he wants to land that one more pay day before he ages anymore. He is still under contract and the Bears don't seem to really renegotiate but this is Urlacher. We'll see how this unfolds.
Looks like Urlacher will be sitting out for a while. We'll see how much the Bears are willing to pony up for their franchise player. Interesting because there is no question that Urlacher is on his way down. He has sacrificed his body and given all he can for the Bears and been one of the greatest at his position but now with the neck surgery and arthritic back and his age, I am sure we have seen the best of him. I'm sure he wants to land that one more pay day before he ages anymore. He is still under contract and the Bears don't seem to really renegotiate but this is Urlacher. We'll see how this unfolds.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Live Free or Die Hard
It was what it was supposed to be. It was action and the silly one liners and such. I was entertained and that is all that matters so I will give it 2.5 stars.
Some of the issues that I had with it are:
1. McClane is like 55 years old so it seems a little silly him doing what he is doing.
2. Why is McClane doing this all by himself? Why doesn't he call for some help?
3. The F-15 trying to shoot at McClane in the end...does he have complete disregard for civilians?
4. Can the Government be totally decimated that quickly/easily? If so, we have serious issues.
Despite the issues, it lived up to the formula that has made John McClane (and Bruce Willis) who he is. We all want that classic, "YIPPPEEEEECAAAAYYYAAAAAYYYYY, MOFO!!!" It delivered and for Die Hard fans, I think the character and story stayed true. Again, it was silly but entertaining so it was AOK in my book.
LET'S GO CAPS!!!
Caps had a HUGE win on Tuesday against Carolina. Still, with the win and tying up the Hurricanes for the division lead, they find themselves on the outside looking in to the playoffs. Carolina holds the tie breaker. The way it stands is there are two games left. The Caps have 90 points. They sit 2 points behind division leader Carolina who won last night. They sit 1 point behind Philly for the 8th spot and 2 points behind Boston for the 7th seed.
Basically, the Caps need to win their final two and still hope for help. It's essentially playoff hockey now. They play TB tonight who is coming off of a 6-2 drubbing at the hands of Carolina last night. They may be tired having played last night and having to travel and they aren't playing for anything since they are out of the playoff picture. Still, they may want to play the spoiler and if they have any pride, they will want to redeem themselves from last night's drubbing. Bottom line, the Caps have to play knowing the season is in the balance. It will be interesting.
Basically, the Caps need to win their final two and still hope for help. It's essentially playoff hockey now. They play TB tonight who is coming off of a 6-2 drubbing at the hands of Carolina last night. They may be tired having played last night and having to travel and they aren't playing for anything since they are out of the playoff picture. Still, they may want to play the spoiler and if they have any pride, they will want to redeem themselves from last night's drubbing. Bottom line, the Caps have to play knowing the season is in the balance. It will be interesting.
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