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Bob Melvin Names NL Manager of the Year


By on November 14th, 2007

While the Diamondbacks success by itself wasn’t that surprising, the fact that they did it without Randy Johnson turned it into a surprise.  And because the Diamondbacks won a National League leading 90 wins with a very young team, Bob Melvin walked away with the National League Manager of the Year.  He was first place [...]

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Suns’ Week in Pictures


By on November 10th, 2007

* The pics that mention scores link to box scores.

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WESTGATE: HOST TO “SPRINT TAILGATE ZONE” PARTIES BEFORE CARDINALS HOME GAMES


By on November 7th, 2007

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Plaza To Feature Sprint Nextel NASCAR Simulator and Other Activities for All

GLENDALE, ARIZONA, Wednesday, November 7, 2007 – This Sunday, WaterDance Plaza at Westgate City Center will be transformed into the “Sprint Pre-Game Tailgate Zone,” for those who want to join the pre-game festivities, featuring the Sprint Nextel NASCAR simulator to provide a live, in-person experience and competition, as

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Best Damn Super Bowl Party Period.


By on November 4th, 2007

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Scott Wong has a bit of information for you Best Damn Sports Show Period fans about their first ever Best Damn Super Bowl Party Period. Check it out…

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Super Bowl Saturday?


By on November 3rd, 2007

Football Fans United Launches Online Poll to Determine Whether NFL Fans Would Prefer Saturday as the Official Game Day for the Super Bowl

Results of poll at SuperBowlSaturday.com will be delivered to NFL Commissioner’s office

CHICAGO – October 25, 2007 – Football Fans United (FFU) today launched an online poll for NFL football fans to state whether they would prefer the

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Game of the century of the week


By on November 1st, 2007

First off, here's the google ad for an email I received regarding the game:"rubber ducky baby shower"- I can't write shit like that.That's cute and all, but everything else going on has been all about the mystery of Rudy's thumb. The Republic is playing tricks on all of us, with [...]

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AZ Republic Article: Glendale Arizona Residents Renting Homes For Super Bowl XLII


By on November 1st, 2007

Super Bowl can be a super deal for homeowners

Carrie Watters The Arizona Republic Oct. 29, 2007 07:39 AM Last January, Glendale residents got their first real experience at renting homes to out-of-town guests during major sports events.

Some were successful during the Fiesta Bowl and BCS title game. Others were not.

When Super Bowl XLII rolls around in February, Glendale residents

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Scott Wong: AZ Central Super Bowl Blogger


By on October 30th, 2007

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My favorite AZ Republic reporter, Scott Wong, now has his own Super Bowl XLII Blog over at SuperBowl.AZCentral.com!

You can check out his almost daily Super Bowl fun facts, such as recent posts about Super Bowl XLII party preparations, 100 Days to Super Bowl party…(whoops), and rumors of the Eagles playing the

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Looking good so far


By on October 29th, 2007

This many wins! Yaaaay!Want my reasons why ASU will beat Oregon this weekend? Eh, who has time? I'll say the top three deciding factors will be maximizing time of possession to keep the ball away from Dixon & Co., minimizing turnovers while creating a few for Oregon, and eliminating penalties, as Oregon only [...]

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100 Days To Super Bowl XLII Celebration ‘a good party’!


By on October 28th, 2007

Kickoff bash ‘a good party’ Fans have 100 days until Super Bowl Beth Duckett The Arizona Republic Oct. 28, 2007 12:00 AM Arizona football fans wasted no time soaking up the Super Bowl spirit Saturday, when thousands converged at Glendale’s Westgate City Center for the first Countdown to Kickoff party.

Event planners expected upwards of 8,000 fans at the

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Tough & Physical, CHECK! Now Let’s Play Disciplined Football


By on October 28th, 2007

The most important thing for the Arizona Cardinals to do on Sunday after having two weeks to prepare for this game is to come out of the gates charging and to make a statement offensively against the defense of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium . All season long, the Cards have [...]

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100 Days To Super Bowl XLII In Glendale AZ Celebration at Westgate Saturday October 27, 2007


By on October 26th, 2007

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Countdown to Kickoff…100 Days and Counting (Featuring headline entertainment by Sugar Ray) Time: 2:00pm - 10:00pm Cost: Free Location: Westgate City Center 6620 Hockey Way, Glendale, 85305

Join Spike the Super Ball for interactive football games, live entertainment, player and cheerleader appearances, first opportunity to purchase official Super Bowl XLII merchandise,

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The Other Shoe…Dropped


By on October 23rd, 2007

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Well…. WOW! The waiting is over, no more 3 headed net monster. David Aebischer has been placed on waivers.

 

~photo from Emmanuel Lozano/The Arizona Republic~

No official word from the front office at this time but after seeing all the rumors (from Eklund to TSN.ca) I wrote to Mossie for confirmation and got 2 small

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Super Bowl XLII Ticket Secrets


By on October 23rd, 2007

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Super Bowl tickets are a big deal every year, and Super Bowl XLII in Glendale, Arizona this upcoming February 3, 2008 is no exception.

So how can we get our hands on Super Bowl XLII tickets? Well, you may want to pick up a copy of Super Bowl Secrets…

Super Bowl Secrets.com Super Bowl

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Drunk Wheeled Trash - Yotes VS Wings


By on October 21st, 2007

We all know going to a game vs DET is like pulling your own toenails out. But in my section they were relatively well behaved. Drunken? yes. But well mannered for once. This one is sleeping on my shoulder.

Now the outside patio? Whooole nother story. But for once they were met w/ equal aggession and outshouted (din’t come

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University of Phoenix Stadium & Super Bowl XLII Going Green


By on October 21st, 2007

University of Phoenix Going Green quick note for home games at University of Phoenix Stadium going forward. There will be special recycling bags and containers available to fans so paper, cardboard, plastic bottles and glass can be properly recycled.

It’s a little thing, but when 64,000 people are involved, it makes a big difference.

Super Bowl XLII at University of Phoenix

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Rollie’s Big Game Coyotes VS Oilers


By on October 19th, 2007

Dwayne Roloson played like someone set fire to his pads. That guy was damn near unbeatable. When you watch 10 different Yotes put shot after shot after shot (what had to be one the best PP efforts I have ever seen from the Yotes) on a stickless, on his back, on his butt, on his head Rollie and not score,

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Westgate: NISSAN CONCERT SERIES CONTINUES THIS WEEKEND WITH TWO MAJOR EVENTS


By on October 19th, 2007

Weekend Events To Feature Sounds of Classic Rock, Motown

GLENDALE, ARIZONA, Monday, October 15, 2007 – This weekend, the Westgate City Center WaterDance Plaza will once again be transformed into one of Arizona’s premier concert venues, as Westgate and title sponsor Nissan host the next two events in a series of concerts featuring both national recording artists and local musical acts.

Featuring

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AZ Super Bowl Host Committee Event: Countdown to kickoff…100 days and counting!


By on October 18th, 2007

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On October 27, we’ll be starting the 100 day countdown to Super Bowl XLII with a celebration! Join the Host Committee and see headliner act Sugar Ray and many other musical groups as we countdown to kickoff.

This free public event at Westgate City Center will feature football players, Cardinals cheerleaders, fan games, raffles,

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Week 7 Preview: Cards @ Skins


By on October 17th, 2007

We all know the injury list for the Arizona Cardinals and their issues at QB, but they are not going to be using any excuses this weekend. Tim Rattay will get the start and will have a gameplan tailored to him. This team is not going to make anymore excuses. And this [...]

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Some Stuff, While We Wait For Thursday Game


By on October 17th, 2007

Hmmm it has been a quiet couple of days since the last game. No big news goin on.

Our latest addition to the blue line (Freddy IV) flew home to await the delivery of his baby. Possibly another blueliner in the making named…. what else? Freddy V (feel free to insert Short Circuit comments of all kinds). Will he be back in

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The Glendale Chocolate Affaire downtown on Feb. 1-2, 2007 as Glendale AZ Plays host to Super Bowl XLII


By on October 17th, 2007

Can chocolate, Super Bowl mix?

Carrie Watters The Arizona Republic Sept. 29, 2007 12:00 AM

GLENDALE - The Glendale Chocolate Affaire downtown will continue on Feb. 1-2, despite the city’s role as host to Super Bowl XLII.The annual chocolate festival in Murphy Park will not be tied to the NFL showcase like the city’s Glitter and Glow Block Party was

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Jay Leno To Entertain at the Big Ticket Gala Super Bowl XLII Bash


By on October 16th, 2007

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The Big Ticket Gala Super Bowl XLII Bash scheduled for January 30, 2008 at the Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale Arizona will have Jay Leno among other stars to host the event, including ESPN football commentator and 10 time emmy winner Chris Berman, who will be the master of ceremonies.

Althought Leno is not planning to bring his show out to Arizona

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