Getting Scary
( Michael Bradley)

   The Sixers did their best to convince Josh Smith he should accept their free-agent offer and stay in Philadelphia, but getting the 6-9 forward to sign on the dotted line might not be so easy. And if he doesn't come here, what then?

A Big Mess
( Michael Bradley)

   On the surface, Brett Myers' move to the minors looks like a great deal for a great team player, but the righthander's problems mask a bigger problem for the Phillies.

Go Get Him
( Michael Bradley)

   Elton Brand became an unrestricted free agent late Monday, and it is imperative the Sixers make him their main off-season target.

Now Finish The Job
( Michael Bradley)

   Wednesday night's shake-up resulted in a much-needed win for the staggering Phillies, but it won't mean much if they can't rise to the occasion this afternoon against Rich Harden.

It's The Pitching, Pat
( Michael Bradley)

   It's possible to give Phillies GM Pat Gillick something of a pass for believing Brett Myers could become a legitimate number two starter, but he hasn't done it, and the Phillies need help. NOW!

Draft Not Enough
( Michael Bradley)

   The Sixers are hard at work, doing their best to evaluate whatever players might be available to them in next week's NBA Draft. But they had better realize that adding a young question mark won't help them move up in the standings.

Be Afraid; Be Very Afraid
( Michael Bradley)

   After dropping two of three to the Red Sox, the Phllies need to realize that they may be built for NL East success, but they don't yet have what it takes to succeed in the post-season.

Tougher Than The Rest
( Michael Bradley)

   It's nauseating to see the Celtics win the NBA title, but give the team some credit. It was much tougher than the Lakers -- and Kobe Bryant.

Tiger Burning Bright
( Michael Bradley)

   Tiger Woods'  win at the U.S. Open was a dramatic sensation and should go down as one of the most compelling in golf history, but it would be interesting to see what might happen if he had some real competition on the tour.

Mid-Term Exams
( Michael Bradley)

   The Phillies had better hope they have enough air freshener to get rid of the stench of Sunday's ugly loss to the Cardinals, because Boston and the Angels come to town this week.