Steelers' Arians retires from coaching
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01/20/2012 - Pittsburgh, PA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Pittsburgh Steelers announced Friday that offensive coordinator Bruce Arians is retiring from coaching.
"I appreciate his efforts over the past five years as the team's offensive coordinator and for helping lead our offense to new heights during his time with the Steelers," head coach Mike Tomlin said in a statement released by the team. "I am grateful to Bruce for contributing to our success and wish him nothing but the best in his retirement."
Pittsburgh's offense this season ranked 12th in yards per game (372.3), but was tied for 21st in points (325).
Arians became the offensive coordinator when Ken Whisenhunt departed for Arizona's head coaching job. He was the Steelers' wide receivers coach for three years (2004-06) prior to his promotion.
The 59-year-old served as Cleveland's offensive coordinator from 2001-03 before joining the Steelers. He also had been an assistant with Indianapolis, New Orleans and Kansas City, and for several college teams. His lone experience as a head coach was at Temple University from 1983-88.
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Philadelphia 76ers try to bounce back from their first home loss of the season this evening when they welcome the Atlanta Hawks to the Wells Fargo Center. After opening the year with six straight home wins, the Sixers
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(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Many thought the Memphis Grizzlies would be in trouble
after Zach Randolph went down with a torn MCL, but that hasn't been the case.
The Grizzlies are 6-3 since the big man went down and will shoot for a fifth
straight win
<< Clippers hope to have CP3 back vs. Wolves
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Clippers hope to have Chris Paul back in the lineup
tonight when they welcome Minnesota to Staples Center.
Traditionally two of the league's doormats both the Clippers and Wolves have
made big strides this season
<< High-scoring Blackhawks host struggling Panthers
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The high-scoring Chicago Blackhawks continue to keep pace
among the NHL's elite, while a rough six weeks has the Florida Panthers losing
their grip in the Southeast Division.
The Blackhawks close out a homestand looking to
<< Pacers, Warriors tangle in Oakland
(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Indiana will try to bounce back from an ugly fourth quarter
meltdown in its last encounter as the team resumes a three-game road trip in
Oakland tonight against the Golden State Warriors.
The Kings' Francisco Garcia sc
Miami, FL (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Miami Marlins have signed outfielder Aaron Rowand to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training. Rowand spent the past four seasons with the Giants, winning a World Series title in
Astros sign C Snyder >>
Houston, TX (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Astros have agreed to terms with native
Houstonian Chris Snyder on a one-year contract. The deal also includes a
mutual option for 2013.
The 30-year-old catcher hit .271 with three home runs an
Inter eyes top four spot against Lazio >>
Milan, Italy (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - When Claudio Ranieri took over as manager of
Inter Milan in September the Nerazzurri was hovering just above the drop zone
and in the midst of a terrible start to the season.
But since the former Chelsea
Pena returning to Rays >>
St. Petersburg, FL (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Carlos Pena is a Ray once again.
The Tampa Bay Times reported Friday that the 33-year-old first baseman has
agreed to a one-year contract worth $7.25 million.
Pena played for the Rays from 2007-
Pepe sidelined by hamstring injury >>
Madrid, Spain (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Real Madrid defender Pepe will miss the next
two weeks of action after sustaining a hamstring injury in his team's 2-1
defeat against Barcelona on Wednesday in the first leg of their Cope del Rey
clash.
Academy Award Betting Odds for Best Picture Offer Great Value
If there is any category that is not an obvious win for any one nominee in this year's Academy Awards, it would be for Best Picture. Sure the Departed is a 5/7 favorite, but that's hardly anything when we look at Helen Mirren and her "out-of-reach" 1 to 40 odds (which means you would win a whopping $1 for every $40 bet).
For value, take a look at MySportsbook.com Oscars betting odds on my personal favorite, The Queen - a remarkable 12 to 1 long shot. The film hasn't won any pre-awards for Best Picture (compared to The Departed and Little Miss Sunshine), but there is a tremendous following and it is a strong enough film to warrant a surprise win.
TV Guide advises Oscar watchers should be cautioned not to discount the drama "Babel" with its strong social themes about overcoming communication gaps among people of different cultures.
"While 'Babel' lost several guild awards to 'Sunshine' and 'Departed,' it still enjoys loyal support, and historically Oscar voters favor dramas with social messages over comedies like 'Sunshine' and violent crime movies like 'Departed'."
"It hasn't done well in the guilds, which means there isn't much industry support," said Tom O'Neil of awards site TheEnvelope.com, "But several critics are expecting it to win, and that gets my attention." Babel had 7 to 2 odds at press time.
Who is to say independently produced Little Miss Sunshine won't be this year's Crash. Last year, Crash won for Best Motion Picture, shocking those who bet on gay cowboy flick, Brokeback Mountain, as the favorite to win.
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