“I have a positive outlook on the feasibility study, but at the same time I think it’s a bit premature to talk about public finances” – Montreal Mayor Denis Coderre, on the city’s efforts to build a ballpark to land an MLB team (Montreal GAZETTE, 12/13).
“He’s a handsome guy, good looking, a guy who’s in great shape. Look at his frame. We think he’s gonna be a superstar for a long period of time” – Mariners Exec VP & GM of Baseball Operations Jack Zduriencik, during the press conference formally introducing 2B Robinson Cano (Tacoma NEWS TRIBUNE, 12/13).
“The TV deal is great news, but it doesn’t really change my approach or my outlook on things” – Blackhawks VP & GM Stan Bowman, on the NHL’s recent Canadian TV rights deal possibly increasing the salary cap to $71M next season (CHICAGO SUN-TIMES, 12/13).
“It sucked” – UConn AD Warde Manuel, on the misinformation disseminated on Twitter during his search for a new football coach. UConn yesterday formally introduced Bob Diaco as head coach (HARTFORD COURANT, 12/13).
“History Channel, Discovery Channel. I tried to stay away from SportsCenter or NFL Network. It’s not looking too good for us on those channels” – Redskins LB Perry Riley, when asked what he watched on TV at home this week (WASHINGTON TIMES, 12/13).
