Keeping things in perspective 1
A GRIP ON SPORTS The Mariners' win streak came to a screeching halt yesterday but that wasn't the biggest news out of Safeco Field. No, not even close. Read on.
THURSDAY, JULY 25, 2013
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 2013
Indians endure second consecutive shutout
True Spokane Indians fans may remember that their team lost its first two (eventually three) games of the Northwest League baseball season. Spokane is also 0-2 to start the second half of the season, but this beginning is a bit more concerning. The Indians began…
Mike Leach calls new rules 'ridiculous' 4
COUGARS As noted here last night, Pac-12 coaches are in Bristol this week for an ESPN media tour before the conference media day in Los Angeles on Friday. One of the stops for WSU coach Mike Leach was ESPN's First Take, where he was asked…
WSU taking part of fall camp to Lewiston
COUGARS Washington State will spend the first portion of its preseason training camp in nearby Lewiston, a source close to the program confirmed Wednesday. The Moscow-Pullman Daily News was the first to report the move. Exact dates haven't been established yet for WSU's trip to…
It must be fun to watch the M's right now 3
A GRIP ON SPORTS Just when the Mariners begin to be fun to watch, we are in no position to watch them. Read on.
TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2013
Indians kick off second half with shutout loss
Wipe the slate clean, the second half of the Northwest League baseball season has arrived. The Spokane Indians and Vancouver Canadians are in the same boat, trying to join North Division first-half champion Everett in the postseason. To do so, Spokane, Vancouver (or Tri-City) would…
Mike Leach joins Pac-12 coaches on ESPN 'car wash'
COUGARS The official, for-real Pac-12 Media Day, in all of its capitalized glory, doesn't commence until Friday in Los Angeles (or Culver City, if you're into specificity). We'll be in attendance and will pass along the usual fare, but also wanted to point your attention…
Really, it's all about character 1
A GRIP ON SPORTS When an arbitrator overturned Ryan Braun's PED suspension last year, the Milwaukee Brewers outfielder, and former National League MVP, talked about vindication. Now we know how he felt. Read on.
MONDAY, JULY 22, 2013
Sometimes we guess wrong 3
A GRIP ON SPORTS Who would have thought Phil Mickelson could pull it off yesterday? Certainly not me. Read on.
SUNDAY, JULY 21, 2013
There must be priorities 2
A GRIP ON SPORTS To be honest, I would rather have my feet up, a donut and cup of coffee nearby, the TV on the British Open. The last part of that sentence is happening, but that's it. Instead, my fingers are flying over the…
SATURDAY, JULY 20, 2013
Gonzaga seems to be the place to be
A GRIP ON SPORTS The wind is blowing in Scotland today. That's not surprising. And either is Gonzaga's basketball team being in the national news. But one aspect of it is. Read on.
FRIDAY, JULY 19, 2013
Hops stop Indians for second time
The Hillsboro Hops, a first-year franchise, are 8-25 against the rest of the Northwest League but 2-0 against the Spokane Indians. Spokane has outhit Hillsboro 17-14 during the first two games of the five-game series while being outscored 12-5, including Friday night's 7-2 setback. Four…
Defense sparks Shock to easy win
Spokane's defense made Rohan Davey's Friday night miserable. The Shock forced seven turnovers, scored on a fumble recovery, interception return and safety as Spokane hammered the Talons 77-30 at the Arena. Davey tossed five interceptions and fumbled three times, losing two. I didn't keep an…
Wiltjer talks about transferring to GU
Kyle Wiltjer took his time making a decision on whether to remain at Kentucky or transfer to Gonzaga. After a month of contemplating, the 6-foot-10 forward decided to join GU's program. He will sit out next season under NCAA transfer rules and then have two…
Wiltjer will transfer to GU
Kyle Wiltjer, a former McDonald's All-American who played two years at Kentucky, has decided to transfer to Gonzaga, sources told The Spokesman-Review. Wiltjer will be an important addition at Gonzaga, adding to a thin frontcourt that will lose senior Sam Dower after the 2013-14 season.…
A long-time connection 2
A GRIP ON SPORTS I was a little disappointed to see Mark O'Meara shoot a 78 today in the British Open's second round. After all, his 67 on Thursday had me a bit nostalgic. Read on.
THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2013
Hops' big seventh inning sinks Spokane
The first meeting between the Spokane Indians and Hillsboro Hops went in the Hops' winning column, but Spokane definitely had its chances. The Indians rapped out 12 hits, tying their best effort in the last 10 games, but couldn't get the big hit when they…
The grass isn't always greener on the other side
A GRIP ON SPORTS The British Open is underway. But I think there is a problem with my TV set in the hotel and no matter how much I adjust it, it isn't working. The grass doesn't look green. Read on.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2013
Indians come through in eighth inning
Until the eighth inning Wednesday, it looked as if the game between the Spokane Indians and Tri-City Dust Devils would be decided by three throws from the outfield, all three of which worked to T-C's benefit. But the Indians came up with three hits and…
Zags draw Dayton for Maui opener
Gonzaga will open the Maui Invitational against Dayton. Brackets for the November tournament were released Wednesday. The Zags and Flyers collide at 9 p.m. Pacific (the time is listed incorrectly in the release) on Nov. 25th on ESPN2. Baylor faces Chaminade in the other half…
The perfect scenario plays out
A GRIP ON SPORTS Even before the first pitch, you had a feeling Mariano Rivera would have a role in the outcome of Tuesday's All-Star Game. After all, it was the final All-Star Game for the greatest relief pitcher of all time (for once, that…
TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2013
Indians pitchers allow just 2 hits in victory
Spokane Indians pitchers David Ledbetter (3-0), Abel De Los Santos, Ryne Slack and Mike Zouzalik (third save) combined on a two-hitter Tuesday night to end the Tri-City Dust Devils' four-game winning streak with a 2-1 decision at Avista Stadium. The quartet combined to strike out…
Hey, look: an Auburn kickoff time
COUGARS Those making the trip to Auburn, Ala., for Washington State's football opener can finalize their tailgating plans. WSU and Auburn will kick off at 4 p.m. PT, or 6 p.m. CT., and the game will air on ESPNU. The SEC made its early-season TV…
Dreams come in all shapes 1
A GRIP ON SPORTS In less than 24 hours, we will be fulfilling a long-time dream. One, we're sure, isn't shared by many of our readers. Read on.
MONDAY, JULY 15, 2013
Dust Devils post first win over Spokane
The Tri-City Dust Devils have pulled off a quick turnaround since playing the Spokane Indians in Pasco on July 1-3. Spokane swept that series with scores of 3-1, 6-4 and 11-0 as the last-place Dust Devils fell to 6-14 overall and nine games behind Everett…
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