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Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Blame game begins in Griffey case
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Ken Griffey spurned the Braves for the Mariners Wednesday night.
And, according to an article on the Braves website, the AJC’s coverage of the negotiations may have been one reason. According to this account, Griffey was unhappy that news of his original decision to join the Braves was leaked to the AJC Tuesday.
How much validity do you put in such a claim for Griffey’s reversal?
Braves GM Frank Wren said Griffey’s change of heart was based on reasons unrelated to the media.
What’s your take?
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Why can’t the Braves seal the deal?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
First, Rafael Furcal; Now, Ken Griffey Jr.: Why can’t the Braves seal the deal?
Furcal pulled the same maneuver in December. The Braves thought they had reached a deal with their former shortstop, only to have him re-sign with the Dodgers.
The Braves also missed out on landing Jake Peavy and A.J. Burnett and saw John Smoltz sign with Boston this season.
Now, it’s Griffey’s turn to burn the Braves.
What’s the deal? Who’s to blame? And what do you think is the biggest reason why the Braves keep getting shunned?
Without Griffey, the Braves still haven’t added the power-hitting outfielder that they craved. So what’s next?
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Wish Mark Richt happy birthday
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Guess how old Georgia coach Mark Richt is?
Would you believe he turned 49 Wedneday?
Take a second to wish the Bulldogs’ coach happy birthday.
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What can the Falcons expect to get for Vick?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Take the 49ers off the list of teams possibly interested in Michael Vick.
One day after head coach San Francisco Mike Singletary said he hadn’t ruled out trading for the imprisoned quarterback, a team spokesman told the Santa Rosa Press-Democrat “the 49ers are not interested in Michael Vick.”
Why the sudden change in heart in San Fran? Do you think PETA played a hand in the 49ers clarifying their stance on Vick?
Regardless, every time a team says it’s not interested, Vick’s trade value decreases. That leaves the Falcons in an unenviable position: holding a former No. 1 overall pick, who has many more doubters than suitors.
What do you expect the Falcons to receive in a trade for Vick? Is a third-round pick too much? Too little?
Photos: Teams that might be interested in Michael Vick
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