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Topic Started: Sep 29 2012, 02:09 AM (92 Views)
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WINNIPEG -- Joe Mack barely flinched as he faced a barrage of questions about his role in the Winnipeg Blue Bombers miserable season. Ryan Fitzpatrick Jersey . In fact, the teams vice-president and general manager cracked a joke to start his first press conference since the Bombers were blown out 52-0 by the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Sunday. "First Id like to thank everybody for coming out to the biweekly Joe Mack fan appreciation day. Milk and cookies will be served afterwards," Mack quipped Thursday. He was immediately asked what he wanted to say to fans whove been calling for his firing through social media campaigns on Facebook and Twitter that sprouted up after the loss dropped Winnipeg to a CFL-worst 2-7 record. "Id say, I understand that youre disappointed. So am I. And frustrated, so am I, " Mack said. "Thats something I cant control." Mack has been on the hot seat since he fired former head coach Paul LaPolice on Aug. 25 and replaced him on an interim basis with defensive co-ordinator Tim Burke. Mack and LaPolice were hired following the 2009 season and the firing of former head coach Mike Kelly. The clubs record under Macks rule is 17-30, including last years East Division final win and a Grey Cup loss to B.C. While some blame for the overall record falls on LaPolices shoulders, Mack admitted hes responsible as well. "Obviously, Im the general manager so its going to fall on me," he said. "If we dont get better, obviously the board is going to have to make some decisions." Earlier in the week, Bombers board of directors chairperson Bill Watchorn said Macks job was safe until the board does its annual review at the end of the season. Mack was asked if he thought he needed the team to get into the playoffs to save his job. "Thats beyond my control," he said. "I really think everybody should have every confidence that this board will do whatever they think is necessary for the betterment of the club." Hes also confident the team has the talent and will to turn the season around. "No one likes to be 2-7. Were going to do everything we can to correct that," he said. "I think we still have an opportunity. Were only halfway through the season. God bless the CFL were only one game out of a playoff spot, so those are the things that I think are positive that we can try to build towards." Looking over the squads performance during his reign, Mack pointed out the roster was overhauled after Kellys firing, but it did finish on top of the division last season for the first time since 2001 and went to the Grey Cup. "I think if we didnt have any successes at all, then that (his firing) would be merited," Mack said. "I think theres a certain amount of wisdom on the board and I think that theyll look at the entire picture." He dismissed criticism about the clubs lack of Canadian talent, praising non-import players such as receiver Cory Watson, offensive lineman Chris Greaves and linebacker Henoc Muamba. Mack also brought up last years death of beloved defensive line and assistant head coach Richard Harris as one issue players may still be dealing with that affects their "psyche." There have also been injuries and four road games to start this season because of delays in construction of a new stadium thats been pushed to next year. But he defended his decision to fire LaPolice. At the press conference announcing the firing, Mack cited factors such as a lack of improvement in the offence, a losing record since a year ago, undisciplined play and his thought that LaPolice may have lost his players confidence. When asked whether he had any doubts about the controversial firing considering the Bombers didnt score a point against the Riders -- the first time the team has gone scoreless in a game since 1969 -- Mack stood by the move. "Paul is a class individual. He was great for me to work with, but it was a very complex decision and so, no, I feel that was the right thing to do," he said. "Obviously, the offence and the offensive staff is disappointed that they didnt perform better. Theyll address it." And hes confident the team has the talent and will to improve under Burke, starting with the annual Banjo Bowl on Sunday when the Bombers host a rematch against the Roughriders (4-5). "(Players) came up to me and one of the things that they were most hurt by their performance on Sunday was they felt they let coach Burke down," Mack said. "I have every confidence that Tim will put everything he can into changing the season around and well see how it progresses. Itll be an ongoing saga for all of us, I guess." Tom Brady Jersey . Verlander beat out Boston first baseman Adrian Gonzalez and New York Yankees outfielder Curtis Granderson for the Players Choice Award, announced Thursday. The only other pitcher to win it was Bostons Pedro Martinez in 1999. Matt Schaub Jersey . "It did surprise me that it went in," he said. "The guy makes a nice shot, but Id like to make that save." A blast from the tape of Ottawa centre Kyle Turris, the third period goal stood up as the game-winner on Tuesday night as the Leafs dropped their third straight, a 3-2 decision to Craig Anderson and the surging Senators at the ACC. Curtis Martin Jersey . The 28-year-old centre signed a $16-million, four-year deal with Calgary on the second day of NHL free agency. LaMarr Woodley Jersey . 1. Andrea Bargnani (Raptors) - It was great to see him back for two games and he played his tail off. But the injury bug hit again so thats a tough blow. I feel for him. Hes really come into his own and now this. As we all know, it will be a challenge trying to score points and win games for his team without him. Wes Welker Jersey . The truth is most, if not all teams, give the players the entire week off. No football, no pressure, no demands, no exceptions. This is the way it works in both in the NFL and CFL, so it is not a product of the Canadian style at all. Just about every sport experiences a bye week or a similar break in one form or another at some time during a season.CLEARWATER, Fla. - Chase Utley rattled off a list of post-season memories without mentioning his defensive gem in the World Series clincher. No surprise there. The three-time All-Star second baseman is one of the most unassuming star athletes in any sport. Utley played a major role in helping the Philadelphia Phillies capture their first World Series title since 1980 and only the second in franchise history. Hed rather talk about his teammates than any of his accomplishments. Favourite moment? "Its a blur," Utley said Thursday. "Id have to say the last pitch." Brad Lidge threw a nasty slider past Tampa Bays Eric Hinske, setting off a wild celebration in a city that hadnt celebrated a major sports championship in 25 years. Anything else stand out? Utley fondly recalled Shane Victorinos grand slam off CC Sabathia in the division series against Milwaukee, Pat Burrells two home runs in the clincher against the Brewers and Cole Hamels superb pitching performances throughout October. "Theres so many," he said, knowing reporters wanted him to discuss one specific play. "Oh, you want me to talk about...," Utley said, stopping short of finishing his thought. "I tend to remember other peoples plays before I remember mine." The Rays and Phillies were tied at three with two outs in the top of the seventh in that wacky Game 5 that was delayed 46 hours by rain. Jason Bartlett was on second base when Akinori Iwamura hit a chopper up the middle off reliever J.C. Romero. Utley went far to his right to field the ball, but it didnt appear he had a chance to retire Iwamura. Utley turned to make it seem like he was throwing to first, but faked the toss. Rays third base coach Tom Foley was fooled by Utleys fake and didnt stop Bartlett, who kept running home. Utley threw an off--balance, one-hopper to the plate. Andrew Hawkins Jersey. Catcher Carlos Ruiz reached for the ball and dove back to make a swipe tag to end the inning. Had Utley not retired Bartlett, the Rays wouldve taken the lead and it may have been a turning point in the Series. Instead, the Phillies scored the go-ahead run in the eighth and finished off the Rays. "It turned out to be an important play," Utley said. "Its something I work on in practice. "All infielders are taught to knock the ball down if theres a guy on second and two outs. You want to knock it down and not let it get to the outfield and allow the runner to score. "That was one of those situations where I was lucky enough to glove it, the guy took a big turn and there you go." Utley downplays everything he does. Hes an intense, hard-nosed throwback who doesnt care about self-promotion. During the season, Utley constantly works on improving his game. He spends long hours in the batting cage, watches video and makes sure hes always prepared. Utley works just as hard in the off season, which made the last few months very difficult. Utley had surgery on his right hip on Nov. 24, so he couldnt take batting practice all winter. He just started hitting soft tosses and taking swings off a tee. Hes far ahead of the original prognosis, which was four to six months. Of course, Utley dedicated himself to his rehab and was taking grounders with the rest of his teammates when the Phillies held their first full-squad workout this spring. Hes optimistic hell be ready for opening day against Atlanta on April 5. "I think its pretty realistic at this point," Utley said. "Weve pushed it since Ive been down here and its responded extremely well. "Were not overdoing it yet, but were putting it to a good pace and I think were all pretty comfortable with it." ' ' '
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