In the past two weeks, two MLB managers that can never keep their mouth shut are at it again. First Ozzie Guillen made one of the worst and most controversial statements any manager has ever made, claiming that he respected Fidel Castro because he had been a dictator for 60 years and everyone is trying to kill him but can’t succeed in doing so. Making those comments in Miami, which has a very big Cuban population was even a bigger mistake. Ozzie was suspended and will return this week.

On a similar note, Bobby Valentine once again put his foot in his mouth when he called out the effort of Kevin Youkilis, a 3-time all star and very well respected Red Sox player both by fans and his teammates. Second basemen Dustin Pedroia came to the defense of Youk and was quoted saying “I don’t know what Bobby was trying to do, but that’s not how we do things around here.” For Red Sox fans and players, this is just the beginning. Bobby knows baseball, but is he worth the headaches that he constantly creates?

Both managers have had success in the big leagues but they have both also caused a great deal of controversy every place they have been. On that note, who would you rather have as the manager for your team? Bobby Valentine or Ozzie Guillen?

If the NBA had no season, that would help Miami as well. And if Pujols was on board, all of the comparisons to the Heat would be there. At this point, it is best if Miami were to go all out. Offering Pujols nearly $30 million per season may seem like a rip-off, but it is worth it. The contract may look bad in five years, but it will create serious interest in a lacking market. At this point, it is either “Pujols or Bust”.

The Cavaliers and Raptors learned the hard way; both teams lost superstars for nothing, and their franchises are ruined for the moment because of it. On the other hand, Denver did not want to learn the hard way. And since trading Carmelo Anthony, they have flourished. Even Utah smartened up and traded Deron Williams before it became a problem, and have some young players and picks to show for it.

Trading Dwight Howard seems surreal, but if the Magic do not make the NBA Finals, they should force him to pack his bags before they become the Cavaliers all over again.

Technically speaking, going to the Thunder would give Howard the best chance to win. They are already building a dynasty, and a trio of Durant, Westbrook, and Howard would be just as good, if not better than Miami’s trio. But Howard enjoys his time in Orlando, and they are a good team. If anything, him possibly delaying an extension could be a push to get Orlando management to make a major move if they are unsuccessful at winning the NBA Championship again this season.

The Rays need to do what the Marlins did, and lock in a guy long-term. Sure Carl Crawford may not be their best player. However, he has been with the franchise for quite some time now. He was on those losing teams, and is now part of this winning team. If the Rays want to put some faith in whatever fans they have left, they will re-sign one of their franchise cornerstones.

If they had picked Moss up, he could have played alongside Brandon Marshall, which would be pitting two elite receivers next to each other. From there, the Dolphins could have been a serious threat to the Jets and Patriots. Instead, they will have a decent season, but not be at the top of the division. Moss comes with a lot of baggage, but he can play. Instead of putting their eggs in the basket of Shawne Merriman, the Dolphins should have gotten Moss.

The Dolphins were very impressive in a 14-10 win over the defending NFC champion Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings are no slouch. The Dolphins went into Minnesota and bullied them around the way a school bully does when he’s hungry for some lunch. He picks out the most vulnerable target and pushes him around until he caves in and forks over his chow. That’s what the Dolphins did yesterday in front of a hostile environment. Chad Henne was effective in executing the offense down the field. He only threw for 114 yards but he managed the offense very well. He did not force any throws and was very consistent with his decision making. Henne took great care of the football and has looked good in his first full season as a starter. The Dolphins rushed the ball 29 times for 120 yards. Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams combined for 110 yards on the ground. The offensive line did a good job of neutralizing Viking defenders and not let Leslie Frazier’s defense have a field day on Chad Henne.

However, Miami’s defense had a field day on Brett Favre, intercepting him three times and forcing a fumble that resulted in Miami’s second score of the day. The defense was on the field for much of the second half but showed a lot of grit. They gutted up and stopped the Vikings on fourth and goal from the one to preserve the victory. The defense was key in setting the tone right from the opening quarter. Randy Starks batted the ball away on fourth down in the Viking’s first possession. The Dolphins continued that aggressive play throughout the game and were able to continue the assault on Favre.

It doesn’t get any easier for the fish. Up next is a date with Sanchez and friends in Miami on Sunday night and Brady’s Bunch the following week. However, if the Dolphins play the way they did on Sunday, creating turnovers along with a balanced offense, Miami has a chance to contend in the AFC. They’ve already passed one test. But this next test in front of a nationally televised audience will be much harder.