The Buhner.com Blog

Yeah. I know. I know I know I know.

I’ve heard people compare it to the Lakers. This wasn’t the Lakers. The Lakers weren’t up 3-0 and lost the series. This isn’t a team that was supposed to be great who just lost in the playoffs.

This was a team that three outs away from a four game sweep, but instead lost four straight games. It is, very possibly, the biggest choke in the history of sports.

The only thing I can think of off the top of my head is the Buffalo comeback against Houston where they came back from like 31 points down in the playoffs.

I’ve got an article ready for this, looking back at what Buhner.com told the Yankees to do, what they actually did, and why it did (or didn’t) work. Then, we’ll look at what needs to be done for next year.

Assuming there’s anyone left come next year.

I hate David Ortiz.

HateHateHateHateHateHateHateHateHateHateHateHateHateHate.

At least I don’t have to see ugly-ass Boston fans anymore.

Let’s try it again. As usual, spreads are from the Stardust in Vegas:

Miami +5.5 over BUFFALO

Call it blind optimism. Also, call it a game that I think will be decided by 3 points or less. Over/under for this game is 30. 30. And I still wouldn’t touch it.

San Francisco +10 over JETS

It’s not that the Niners are that good of a team. It’s just that (as I’ve mentioned earlier) the Jets play to the level of their competition. They’re not the type of team that covers spreads, and the Niners will put points on the board if you’re not paying attention.

Seattle +3.5 over NEW ENGLAND

Here’s the letdown. Seattle was looking forward to this game and past St. Louis (which I was calling, but decided to stay with my first thought), and they ended up losing. This is the game they want, and they can beat New England. I’m not sure if they will, but they can.

PHILADELPHIA -9.5 over Carolina

I changed my mind on this one. I was thinking that with Davis coming back for the Panthers that they’d keep this one close. A TD and a field goal isn’t that much of a blowout, and Philly can do that. Last time I didn’t change my mind when I wanted to I blew the Seattle/St. Louis game.

Cincinnati +3 over CLEVELAND

Cleveland still isn’t that good. Cincinnati’s got a few pieces to put together that make them capable of beating good teams. They should be able to beat Cleveland straight up. The 3 points is for home field, otherwise Vegas is seeing these teams as even. I don’t.

Green Bay +3 over DETROIT

I’m picking too many underdogs, and I’ll pay for it, I’m sure. I honestly don’t think Green Bay is that bad, and I don’t think Detroit is that good. I think Favre gets pissed off and the Pack score a bunch of points. Sure, Detroit can score some points, but I think Favre will take things into his own hands. Plus, if Ahman Green plays the way he’s supposed to, we don’t have this conversation.

Washington +1 over CHICAGO

Come on Gibbs. You guys aren’t that bad. Arrington wants to come back today. Maybe that’ll mean something.

Houston +6.5 over TENNESSEE

What, one game against Green Bay means this team’s suddenly the new ‘99 Rams? McNair still has no one to throw the ball to. Imagine if they still had Eddie George. Could Houston really win 3 straight?

ATLANTA -5.5 over San Diego

Time to sell high with the Chargers. They’re reading their clips, and might get a little overconfident. Atlanta came crashing down to earth and if Michael Vick finally figures out this offense, then maybe we’ll see something.

Kansas City -2.5 over JACKSONVILLE

Quick! Everyone back on the KC bandwagon! Hurry, it’s leaving!

Pittsburgh +3 over DALLAS

Has anyone noticed Pittsburgh lately? Like, they’re winning. Seriously winning. The Hamburgler under center for Pittsburgh is doing the job, and then some. Parcells is comparing him to Marino. Hyperbole by the coach to psyche out his opponent, but Pittsburgh is good. Take the over (39) on this one too.

Denver -2.5 over OAKLAND

Oakland is uuuuuuugly. Denver’s figured out who their 100 yard rusher’s going to be. I think they can manage a field goal victory.

Minnesota -3.5 over NEW ORLEANS

The Saints have burned me two straight weeks. Not this time.

ST. LOUIS -6.5 over Tampa Bay

I’m not basing this on last week. Oh, who am I kidding, of course I am. Tampa still isn’t scaring anyone, and St. Louis has the ability to seemingly score points whenever they want.

Well, I’m seriously considering getting rid of my medical insurance. I can’t really afford it right now. Sure, my knee hurts and all, but it’s always hurt - what’s different now?

Obviously the one we’d be thinking about in regards to our health inisurance is Cole. However, there are a lot of government programs for kids (especially peanuts like Cole) that would make sure he’d be ok.

Money’s tight. We just have to make it work better. I couldn’t think of two cheaper people to do it.

From the Dr. Pepper/7Up website:
Dr Pepper today announced the introduction of Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper and Diet Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper in its heartland markets, with a national roll out planned for January 2005. Reminiscent of favorite fountain drinks from the 1950s, Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper is the first offering in the company’s new Fountain Classics line.

Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper and Diet Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper combine the one-of-a-kind taste of Dr Pepper with a splash of cherry and a hint of vanilla. New Fountain Classics flavors will be introduced depending on the demand and tastes of Dr Pepper lovers.

“We looked to consumers for insight when we developed Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper and Diet Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper,” said Jim Trebilcock, senior vice president – consumer marketing. “Dr Pepper drinkers are always finding new ways to enjoy their Dr Pepper whether they add vanilla or cherry or other fountain flavors.”