Is there more to the Abreu story?

[Spin]

After listening to Tim Donaghy's interview on Bull and Fox today, I got to wonder if there were more to the Abreau story than what we've heard. He talks about how the NBA uses referees to "fix" games, how players would make sure they won games (under the spread), how big time college basketball is involved, and how organized crime, extortion, drugs, etc are involved.

First off, after listening to the interview podcast avail here and possibly reading his book, do you think he's full of crap? And (like Bull said), did you think Jose Canseco was full of crap too?

And second, could this Abreau deal somehow be related somehow?

[akronzips71]

What does any of that have to do with AA?

[Z.I.P.]

After listening to Tim Donaghy's interview on Bull and Fox today, I got to wonder if there were more to the Abreau story than what we've heard. He talks about how the NBA uses referees to "fix" games, how players would make sure they won games (under the spread), how big time college basketball is involved, and how organized crime, extortion, drugs, etc are involved.

First off, after listening to the interview podcast avail here and possibly reading his book, do you think he's full of crap? And (like Bull said), did you think Jose Canseco was full of crap too?

And second, could this Abreau deal somehow be related somehow?

Somehow! Somehow? Ambiguity Award Winner of the Day!

[g-mann17]

I'm good with conspiracy theories. I think that it somehow involves a former christian and some powers that be. A PI that follewd AA to know places he visited, then a gentle bear from Washington knew to overnight a 5 lb box that was 3 feet long to a specific address at a specific time and let the authorities know in advance. All in hopes of helping a bobcat find a crystal slipper that would get it to the dance.

[Dave in Green]

I think I've just cracked the secret code behind this diabolical plot:

A-bre-u

A-ren-a

[WinZip]

I think I've just cracked the secret code behind this diabolical plot:

A-bre-u

A-ren-a

Sorry..previous thread already started

[WinZip]

Abreu =

[Spin]

First you have to listen to the interview to understand what I'm talking about. Again that's no a prereq here to actually listen to the other person you think you disagree with, but just humor me.

Then you have to decide whether he is completely full of crap, or if there's at least some truth to what he's saying.

I know it'd difficult, but that's how you have a real discussion.

[akronad]

Spin: I heard most of the interview yesterday, and what Donaghy was talking about makes some sense. Maybe there is more to this than AA with the 5 pounds. Who knows? We will just have let things work themselves out. I did find the interview very interesting.

[Captain Kangaroo]

I wonder if Abreau has ever been to Lambeau?

[Zipmeister]

I wonder if Abreau has ever been to Lambeau?

Keep in mind that a =1, B = 2, R = 18, L = 12 and M =13.

And if you add 1 + 2 + 1 + 8 that equals 12, and 12 + 1 = 13.

Just saying.

[legendofzippy]

After listening to Tim Donaghy's interview on Bull and Fox today, I got to wonder if there were more to the Abreau story than what we've heard. He talks about how the NBA uses referees to "fix" games, how players would make sure they won games (under the spread), how big time college basketball is involved, and how organized crime, extortion, drugs, etc are involved.

First off, after listening to the interview podcast avail here and possibly reading his book, do you think he's full of crap? And (like Bull said), did you think Jose Canseco was full of crap too?

And second, could this Abreau deal somehow be related somehow?

Someone listens to Bull and Fox?

[Sergeant Zip]

I thought that interview was impressive. Whether you believe them or not, the guy has some interesting stories.

[Spin]

Someone listens to Bull and Fox?

Yeah, I'm working 8 hour days for the first time in years while I orient at MetroHealth, and caught it on my way home. I can't wait to get back on 12's...

[Spin]

Spin: I heard most of the interview yesterday, and what Donaghy was talking about makes some sense. Maybe there is more to this than AA with the 5 pounds. Who knows? We will just have let things work themselves out. I did find the interview very interesting.

Could it have been a payoff? Or a setup for AA not laying down? Makes you wonder about Cooper's disappearance too.

I already thought the NBA was fixed (allegedly) but never considered college. Makes sense though. Younger guys, not being paid, billions of gambling dollars (especially on the Tournament).

Things that make you go HMMMMMMMMMMMMM...

[GP1]

More to the story? Of course there is. How do you think Paul Harvey held down that gravy job for all of those years?

[LZIp]

Could it have been a payoff? Or a setup for AA not laying down? Makes you wonder about Cooper's disappearance too.

I already thought the NBA was fixed (allegedly) but never considered college. Makes sense though. Younger guys, not being paid, billions of gambling dollars (especially on the Tournament).

Things that make you go HMMMMMMMMMMMMM...

LOL. Give me a break man.

[Spin]

I expected as much. You probably laughed at Canseco too.

I did.

[akronzips71]

I know who the shooter was on the Grassy Knoll.

But I can't tell you because you can't keep your mouth shut.

[Spin]

The same guy who fixed LeCav's Game Three against Boston?

[akronzips71]

The same guy who fixed LeCav's Game Three against Boston?

Like I said, you can't keep your mouth shut.

[legendofzippy]

Yeah, I'm working 8 hour days for the first time in years while I orient at MetroHealth, and caught it on my way home. I can't wait to get back on 12's...

Ha. Actually, Fox isn't too bad, but I'm always amazed at how much sports radio guys don't know. Joe Dunn and the guys on 1350 are an exception. But most of the 92.3 and 850 guys really don't know many facts when it comes to the teams they cover. They're always having to have things looked up for them. Bruce Hooley used to cover OSU, but he seems clueless on even their recent history. Every one of their meetings about show topics has to end with, "let's just talk about the Browns' QB situation some more."

[skip-zip]

Ha. Actually, Fox isn't too bad, but I'm always amazed at how much sports radio guys don't know. Joe Dunn and the guys on 1350 are an exception. But most of the 92.3 and 850 guys really don't know many facts when it comes to the teams they cover. They're always having to have things looked up for them. Bruce Hooley used to cover OSU, but he seems clueless on even their recent history. Every one of their meetings about show topics has to end with, "let's just talk about the Browns' QB situation some more."

Joe's show is great. He went into a nice rant the other day about how some Columbus beat writers were pounding their chests about their perceived superiority over Wichita State, before they had their butts handed to them. I loved it. Typical Ohio State.

[tbozeglav]

I think i found out who Spin is in real life!

[Spin]

Another thread full of naysayers without a bit of evidence. You guys crack me up. I was looking for the perfect set-up and Donaghy came through.

Is he making it all up? YOU DON'T KNOW. The only people who DO know aren't saying anything. So all the chest thumping and joke making isn't going to prove shit.

I think you're afraid he's right.,