Does anyone believe The Marlin will move to San Antonio or\nsome other town or is it just a way for them to try to get a beter deal???
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some can argue that he dumped his whole team to re build, and where that might be fact even after they won the world series, this time he went over and out to make sure he dumped all their big names on the team for cheap (dollar wise) players.  He was come foward and said the baseball is not the interest any more for the Miami folk.  Ive been to the stadium, it is out in the middle of nowhere. He isnt going to spend money for no one to come see them.  Yes he does want out of MIAMI. Plus the Dolphins won't renew their lease on the stadium.
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I think it would be a good idea to hold the big protest in, say, southern Texas. It would just be coincidental that a couple of battalions of the U.S. Army would be in the area. They are just holding maneuvers. Pay them no mind.
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They're trying to find an identity.  Staudimare isn't in basketball shape yet, then you have Barbosa and Diaw still doing the same things they did last year.  They'll have to tailor their game to best fit the team.  Plus they have to find a role for Jalen Rose.  They'll be fine by January.  Their chemistry is kinda all over the place right now, but so are a lot of other teams out there.  No need to worry, its only November.
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Yes, both the Racine Journal-Times and the Chicago Sun-Times have mentioned news about a possible trade in which the Suns would trade Shawn Marion to the Bulls for Tyson Chandler and the Bulls' top pick, as you mentioned above.\n\nI haven't heard any other rumors so far; and it is unlikely that the Suns and Twolves had reached an agreement on a trade involving Marion and Barbosa for KG. Garnett's contract is simply too large ($18 million) for the Suns to take on unless they don't plan on resigning players such as Boris Diaw and Tim Thomas. Also, keep in mind that Barbosa is a free agent (if i remember correctly). This means that the Suns have to figure out a way to work a sign and trade deal. Lastly, Barbosa has been working under the tutelage of Steve Nash to become Phoenix's next PG; he is currently their backup point guard. I doubt the Suns would trade Barbosa away (even if it is in return for KG) and leave themselves with Eddie House as their primary backup pg.\n\n\n\nEdit (June 25): Sorry for the late update but word came out yesterday that the Sonics and the Suns are close to a deal involving Marion and Rashard Lewis. Barbosa and Fortson are mentioned as possible throw-ins (simply for salary cap issues) and it the teams very well might also swap first round picks.\n\nThis move seems feasible for several reasons...Barbosa is asking for at least $7 million, but the Suns still need to resign Diaw (who they are probably more inclined to resign). By acquiring Lewis, the Suns could save money and avoid the luxury tax. This trade would benefit Seattle because those in the Sonic's front office believe that Lewis will most likely opt out of his contract next year and they will have a close to zero chance of re-signing him. Remember that there was talk earlier this year of the Sonics being moved; bringing in a star like Marion could draw more fans for the team.\n\nLast note for today: The supposed Bulls-Suns trade as mentioned above is false. Bulls GM John Paxson said that there is no truth to the rumors; and Suns coach Mike D'Antoni said that Marion is not on the market...This statement leads me to doubt the validity of the Suns-Sonics rumors; but it'll be interesting to see if anything happens.\n\n\nEdit 2 (June 26): Both the Suns and the Sonics are now saying the trade rumors are "just rumors". Go figure.\n\n\nEdit 3 (June 27): This is from Sports Illustrated...it looks like we can forget about a Marion/Lewis trade. Lewis said he wants to resign with the Sonics when his contract expires. Guess Both teams are staying put for the time being.
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Great, great points there Neil. I think they'll avoid being the "new Expos" because they'll have something the Expos never had, which is a steady stream of income from a city that genuinely cares about its team. That extra money will be able to give the Nats more options when they need them. It might not being them an NL championship, but it should be enough for them to avoid becoming the whipping boys that Montreal were. \n\nTed Lilly would be a great and affordable pickup for any National League club and the Nats should definitely get in there and try for him. Ditto Chacon to a lesser extent. As for Redman and Marquis...I think J-Marq is on a downward spiral career-wise, and having watched a lot of Redman's starts this year I have no option but to say that the guy is a terrible pitcher. :)\n\nMoney is tight these days in baseball, as is quality pitching - so investing in the farm system is probably the only way to go for teams not in L.A or New York.
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Well written article.  \n\nHaving just sold a home in the town immediately north of Port Charlotte, I can tell you that the market there has gone flat.  We were able to sell because we put a realistic price on our house.  The 1/2 dozen others on OUR STREET that were for sale when we put ours on the market remain on the market today.\n\nThe woods across the street from our old house are being turned into homes that are selling for upwards of $500,000.  Mind you, the same builder was selling the same houses in another development 2 years ago for 1/3 of the price.  I wish the new owners luck in being able to afford homeowners & flood insurance.\n\nAll over the area in Sarasota & Manatee counties the market has gone flat.  Too many people trying to cash in on the post hurricane demand for existing homes.  Made everyone's property taxes go through the roof.\n\nWe moved out of Florida, to a part of the country where you can still afford to live.
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The announced this week that they are looking to put a team in Cleveland or St. Louis.  If a team goes into Cleveland, I'd think that it would not be likely that Detroit would get one.
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Monday pushed for a plan that would turn Central Luzon into a hub of economic development which would create thousands of jobs in the region and Northern Luzon. \n\nThe scheme, dubbed "3-2-1 Plan," calls for the integration of the three international airports in Manila, Subic in Zambales province and Clark in Pampanga province, two seaports in Manila and Subic, and a major highway -- the North Luzon Expressway -- to create one powerful economic hub. \n\n \n"My plan will help answer the need to create jobs for residents of Central Luzon up to Northern Luzon, particularly for the long term. If implemented, it will result in the creation of factory towns in the flatlands of Central Luzon," Gordon said. \n\nThe logistical needs of the factory towns, he said, would be serviced by the airports of Subic, Manila and Clark and the seaports of Subic and Manila. \n\nGordon said this would attract investments to the area and generate thousands of jobs, and at the same time ease the pressure on Manila's overburdened infrastructure and reduce pollution as well. \n\n"This will bring work to the people living in factory towns and surrounding areas. They do not have to migrate to Manila to look for jobs," he said. \n\nAround the factory towns, he said, thriving communities will sprout complete with educational, health, security and commercial services, thus lowering the cost of living for Filipinos in those areas.
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Yes, I'm impressed but i think disappointed is the more operative word in the Spur's that is. San Antonio looks old. Not to take anything away form the mav's and I think AJ is doing one heck of a coaching job.
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It would be awesome to see the N.L.L go "fulltime".  As far as having a few more teams they did just add teams in Chicago and New York for this season.  As far as needing to stay economically feasable I think the owner of the league, "Body by Jake" needs to step up the amount he's invested in the league.  The guy is worth a billion dollars.   \n\nI say we need more.  More games on TV.. More highlights on ESPN (even if it's ESPN2)
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I will give you an eyewitness statement. First, I'm not from Texas (I'm a Tar Heel!!! - GO NC!!), second I'm not in the National Guard, I'm active duty. Now the account, I served with an active duty battalion that was assigned 2 National Guard companies - one was from Kansas and one was from Texas. They were truck companies, and both saw heavy action. On a side note, I found both units to be extremely professional in their duties. Neither shirked from any mission assigned to them and had an amazing "Can Do" attitude. If I had any negative comments about the Guard units I have served with - they are minor. I found they had a bit of a height/weight and PT shortcoming, but they more than made up for that with their Mission First attitude. My BC had a board in his office/tent with a collection of all the Guard patches of units we had run into over there. I don't recall a single state missing from his board - we even had a couple territory patches (Guam and PR). So whoever posted that on a Yahoo Board is simply giving into conspiracy BS and once again, as they almost always seem to be - are yapping away and have NEVER spent a day. Isn't it curious how the folks who seem to to come up with this crap have a mysterious lack of service to go along with their tripe?
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I'm pretty sure Stone Cold Steve Austin could help you out, you can find him at the Coors plant in Golden CO. or is it Bud???? I'm not sure I don't watch it.
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I don't really like either guys- and Stephon is getting a little older now. I like Smush though- he has really improved- #10 on the steals this season, can hit 3s and he really, somehow, has a rebounding talent. I think this trade is unlikely. If it does though, I'm sure Phil can develop Curry- but remember, that would be Curry, Kwame, and B.Cook to work with. 3 Power Forwards. I'm pretty sure the Lakers are going to trade Luke though. Smush is too valuble, and I think that Mihm needs a little more time.
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I've seen the forecast for tonight, it looks as if we might be in for a bit of a blow! What really worries me is that Meridian News, our region's local TV station, had a live report on the weather from Margate................I live in Margate, and if they think weather is going to be so bad that they need a film crew here, I'm afraid......very afraid!
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See my answer to your other posting of the same question.\n\nNo, sadly, the prospects aren't good.
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If the penguins leave Pittsburgh no team will replace them, at least in this city.  They don't need and I hope they don't get a new arena, they are a losing team and Mario needs to cut his loses and realize that a new arena is not going to increase attendence or make the team prophitable in this town.  I don't know much else about the subject ;)  Just think they should leave and we should pick up an NBA team instead.
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I'm so torn... I don't know whether to make the drive to Raleigh to watch the game at RBC or stay in Winston-Salem....\n\nI hope it ends tonight, because if it doesn't, I will have to miss work on Monday and Tuesday for an overnight trip to Raleigh.