Here’s what went down on G&A Thursday
Day 4 from Radio Row…
Another crazy day from Radio Row. This day was a little more crazy than usual because a lot of guests were not planned, but were wondering around the media and E snagged them to come on the air.
FREE AGENCY ISSUES: The guys discussed the trade situation, free agency rumors with Karlos Dansby and the article that was written by Kent Somers. G&A wondered if this too is another distraction for the Cards as they are getting ready to play the biggest game of their lives. They also discussed how pro athletes determine their worth based on what other guys sign for.
NEWCOMER: The guys talked to new D-back Jon Garland and then took calls on the signing. They asked callers if they would have rather kept Randy Johnson for the same amount that the D-backs paid Garland. They also discussed whether or not Garland was worth what the D-backs are going to pay him.
SUNS SITUATION: The guys talked with Tim Legler of ESPN. He broke down the Suns/Spurs game as well as the Suns situation with Amare, Nash and Shaq.
GUESTS:
Lyle Sendlein-Cardinals starting center- joined the guys LIVE via phone from Tampa…former Chaparral High and Texas Longhorn star won a high school and National Championship-looking for the tri-fecta Sunday…Sendlein talked about the week that has been for Super Bowl XLIII…he also talked about his journey to and through the NFL
D’Quell Jackson joined the guys LIVE from Radio Row…Browns starting linebacker…led the NFL in tackles…Jackson discussed the Browns season and their coaching changes…gave his thoughts on Larry Fitzgerald as a “man-child” and the Cardinals chances of winning the Super Bowl
Titans Pro-Bowl defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth joined us as part of the Sprint Phone-A-Friend Program here in Tampa. Widely considered the best interior player in the league, Haynesworth is a free-agent this off-season. He is a two-time Pro-Bowl and All-Pro selection.
New D-backs pitcher Jon Garland joined the guys, the right-hander and the D-backs agreed on a one-year deal with an option for 2010. Garland will get $6.25 million in 2009 and the option for 2010 is for $10 million… He was 14-8 with 4.90 ERA in 32 starts for the Angels last season. In his nine-year career, he is 106-89.
ESPN NBA analyst Tim Legler discussed the Suns recent 3-3 east coast road trip, tonight’s showdown against the Spurs, and everything else making headlines around the NBA.
Former Steeler great halfback Rocky Bleier joined the guys LIVE here at Radio Row. The former Notre Dame standout won four Super Bowl rings with Pittsburgh and was the lead blocker for the great Franco Harris. He is part of The Gridiron Greats program which helps raise money for retired players in need.
BJ Upton from the Tampa Bay Rays joined G&A LIVE at Radio Row - brother of Arizona D-backs Justin Upton - recapped his season, their team’s success and his relationship with his brother…talked about how he is a Steelers fan
Steve Slaton running back with the Houston Texans joined G&A LIVE at Radio Row.
Matt Forte, Bears’ running back, joined the guys LIVE at Radio Row. Forte was drafted by the Bears in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Tulane.
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