Category Archives: Trash talking

Harbaugh upset with Heinz Field music

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

John Harbaugh was upset with the music that he felt was characterizing his QB as a woman.

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Why is everyone so thin skinned?

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

When you look around the media reports every week, it is amazing at the number of stories that relate to the back and forth statements of people who are getting upset with statements made by another person. Coach unhappy with … finish reading Why is everyone so thin skinned?

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USC RB Marc Taylor suspended for TMZ comments

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In a reminder that freedom of speech does not apply in all settings, USC announced that running back Marc Taylor will miss the season opener against Minnesota after comments he made to TMZ surfaced. When asked if USC plays its … finish reading USC RB Marc Taylor suspended for TMZ comments

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Will Steelers-Ravens rivalry step back up after CBA resolution

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

One thing that has been sorely missing over the last six months is some of the intriguing trash talking and brash statements that usually arise from NFL players. It seems that the Steelers are always good for a few vocal … finish reading Will Steelers-Ravens rivalry step back up after CBA resolution

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David Ortiz and Kevin Gregg suspended

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz guessed incorrectly when he stated that the July 8 brawl with the Baltimore Orioles was over. Major League Baseball announced that Ortiz and Orioles pitcher Kevin Gregg have received four-game suspensions and undisclosed fines … finish reading David Ortiz and Kevin Gregg suspended

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Madrid Appeals Coaching Ban

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho received a five-game Championship League ban for accusing the UEFA and referees of conspiring to help Barcelona. The comments came after Madrid’s 2-0 loss to Barcelona in the first leg of the semifinals. Mourinho was … finish reading Madrid Appeals Coaching Ban

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Did Blackhawk players really taunt injured Bruin Thornton?

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

You hate to hear stories of players taunting an injured player.  But according to one of the Refs in the Bruins-Blackhawks game that is exactly what happened when Shawn Thornton was cut by a skate and needed 46 stitches. According … finish reading Did Blackhawk players really taunt injured Bruin Thornton?

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How much trash talking is acceptable?

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Well, depends whether you are the Jets, Patriots, Ravens or Steelers.  Surprisingly, it seems all of the trash talking was coming out of the AFC going into the games this past weekend. The trash talking prompted warnings from the NFL … finish reading How much trash talking is acceptable?

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White Sox GM Williams upset with Guillen tweets

Posted on December 31, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Chicago White Sox GM Kenny Williams is upset with the continued Twitter flaps involving Manager Ozzie Guillen and his son Oney. It is interesting that it has been allowed to linger this long but Williams feels that these tweets compromise … finish reading White Sox GM Williams upset with Guillen tweets

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Guillen war of words heats up with Jenks

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Bobby Jenks criticizes Ozzie Guillen.  Oney Guillen comes to his fathers defense and calls Jenks a punk. Unfortunately for the White Sox this is just another in a long line of inappropriate statements and comments from Oney.  And even though … finish reading Guillen war of words heats up with Jenks

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Cunningham warns Ricky Williams

Posted on December 23, 2010 by Roy Kessel

It is rare to see a coach engage an opposing player in verbal sparring before a game but Lions coach Gunther Cunningham apparently singled out Ricky Williams for his crackback blocks and warned him that there would be consequences if … finish reading Cunningham warns Ricky Williams

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Will Whittingham adopt Twitter policy in wake of latest incident?

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Twitter policies seem to be the new rage.  Teams have long regulated (or attempted to regulate) who can talk to the media and when they can talk to the media. Twitter and texting have become very dangerous tools in the … finish reading Will Whittingham adopt Twitter policy in wake of latest incident?

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Boise and Utah battle even before taking the field

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Usually you see the trash talking and the scuffles at a boxing weigh-in.  This time however, it happened at the pre-game massage. According to the Idaho Stateman, a scuffle broke out and involved some shoving and trash talking. The skirmish … finish reading Boise and Utah battle even before taking the field

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WTL: Alabama fires staffer over music selection in Auburn game

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Usually the music at stadiums is a mix of new hits and oldies.  Rarely does the song selection create controversy.  But when you deal with Cam Newton, everything becomes a problem.  So when a part time staffer decides to take … finish reading WTL: Alabama fires staffer over music selection in Auburn game

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NBA not expected to get involved in KG, Villanueva trash talk spat

Posted on November 4, 2010 by Roy Kessel

The Celtics don’t expect the NBA to get involved in the trash talking, tweeting, counter-tweeting, spat between Kevin Garnett and Charlie Villanueva. Both Celtics Director of Basketball Operations Danny Ainge and Coach Doc Rivers took shots at the tweets by … finish reading NBA not expected to get involved in KG, Villanueva trash talk spat

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WTL: When trash talking crosses the line

Posted on November 3, 2010 by Roy Kessel

This is a subject that comes up frequently.  Trash talking is apparently part of sports (not necessarily a good part, but part nonetheless).  Even superstar athletes like Michael Jordan were known for their trash talking ways.   The difficulty is always … finish reading WTL: When trash talking crosses the line

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