Whitt's End: 3.29.13
I still think Nolan Ryan is going to remain with the Rangers. But if he's not in Houston for Sunday's season opener against the AL West Astros I'll be worried. And so should you.
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I still think Nolan Ryan is going to remain with the Rangers. But if he's not in Houston for Sunday's season opener against the AL West Astros I'll be worried. And so should you.
Jerry Jones got the Dallas Cowboys in a salary cap mess during the late 90s and early 2000s by constantly restructuring contracts.
A dozen different cogs are in motion as the Dallas Cowboys are making cap space in order to add potential defensive starters Justin Durant and Will Allen to the roster.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is leaving the impression that the club is close to agreeing to a contract extension with quarterback Tony Romo
The owners outlawed peel-back blocks anywhere on the field. Also banned is overloading a formation while attempting to block a field goal or extra point.
With the Cowboys just $175,000 under the salary cap and unable to improve through free agency, it's time for Jerry Jones to answer the questions fans want to know.
Marcus Spears, a Dallas Cowboys first-round draft pick in 2005, announced on Twitter on Wednesday that he's being cut by the team.
Passover is just around the corner, and if you have never tried making a traditional meal for this festive holiday or are looking to expand your stash of recipes, then this menu is for you.
The major focus at Valley Ranch is the extension of quarterback Tony Romo, which would offer huge relief from his $16.8 million cap impact – maybe cutting that in half.
After a week in Surprise with the Rangers, I'm convinced that ownership simply values Jon Daniels and his people more than Nolan Ryan and his people moving forward with the franchise.
At some point, the Cowboys are going to have to start thinking about finding a replacement for the soon-to-be 33-year-old Tony Romo, but maybe not this year.
The Dallas Cowboys have opted for a second straight year to franchise-tag defensive standout Anthony Spencer, 105.3 The Fan learned on Monday, and both sides are now "working together on a long-term deal,'' agent Jordan Woy tells me.
The organization has an appreciation for Sensabaugh, too. But this move saves them about $1.4 million on the 2013 cap and frees them of $3 million in total.
Cornerback Brandon Carr was one of the individuals to have his money shifted around in an effort for 'America's Team' to get under the salary cap.
The Cowboys are wielding a credit card more than they are wielding a pair of scissors as they make salary adjustments to slice more than $20 million from the cap in order to slide under the NFL's expected 2012 salary cap of $123 million.
The Cowboys have reworked the contracts of five starters, including DeMarcus Ware, Jason Witten and Miles Austin, to save salary cap space.
During the NFL Combine, Jones spoke about the decision to part ways with Ryan, who had the job for two seasons.
It absolutely opens up to discussion the concepts of lowered salary, "hometown discounts,'' Romo being a good "partner'' to his employer and the like.
The Cowboys on Friday left no doubt about the team's plans for Ratliff to remain with the team this year.
The Dallas Cowboys on Wednesday opened discussions with representatives for quarterback Tony Romo on what might be a three- or four-year extension of his contract.
The man credited with designing the famed blue star logo of the Dallas Cowboys has died.
Cowboys coach Jason Garrett isn't ready to say if he will give up play-calling duties in 2013. He did say it would be his decision.
It doesn't matter how many times the question comes up, or in what form, the answer remains the same: the Cowboys have every intention of keeping Tony Romo in Dallas.
The Cowboys are nearly $20 million over the cap, which comes at a time when they are still facing a $5-mllion cap penalty from the NFL from a year ago.
The Cowboys have promoted Wes Phillips to tight ends coach and hired Frank Pollack as assistant offensive line coach.
Her historic cottages in downtown McKinney became a home away from home for international soccer fans.
Ronaldo Salgado said he learned his father, 52-year-old Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, had been shot by an ICE officer in Houston last week through a video posted online that depicted him "screaming" for help.
An indictment alleges Brown used his hands or an electrical cord to strangle the woman just before Valentine's Day 45 years ago.
Police said the juvenile broke free, and nearby bystanders confronted the suspect.
The wreck happened just after 7:15 p.m., though traffic is still moving through the left lane.
Investigators say the child was given multiple sedatives before she went into distress.
Her historic cottages in downtown McKinney became a home away from home for international soccer fans.
Ronaldo Salgado said he learned his father, 52-year-old Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, had been shot by an ICE officer in Houston last week through a video posted online that depicted him "screaming" for help.
An indictment alleges Brown used his hands or an electrical cord to strangle the woman just before Valentine's Day 45 years ago.
Police said the juvenile broke free, and nearby bystanders confronted the suspect.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Prosper police detectives say they were punished after reporting an alleged affair between a sergeant and a detective, prompting accusations that the department retaliated against whistleblowers.
Only about 7% of homes in Texas have flood insurance.
Payments for country club dues, luxury jet services, and even a reality show competition are not how you'd expect a community non-profit to use its donations.
An alleged leader of the operation was arrested in Europe and returned to the United States last week.
Ronaldo Salgado said he learned his father, 52-year-old Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, had been shot by an ICE officer in Houston last week through a video posted online that depicted him "screaming" for help.
The Pentagon will now require service members over 30 to screen for testosterone deficiency, and if needed, they can elect to have testosterone replacement therapy.
New law aims to address how businesses and consumers should transact amid the phase-out of the penny.
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, told CBS News ICE's tactics "in no way resemble" the behavior of police agencies he's worked with.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Texas health officials are urging families to safely wash, handle and cook produce as Cyclospora cases rise.
Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about this pest and how to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Health officials are warning Texans about a seasonal rise in the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis, with cases reported across the state.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Mayor Jim Ross said hotel revenue in the city was a record $31 million in June, smashing the previous mark of $23 million.
Cuban alleges Patrick Dumont has engaged in "adversarial business practices."
During every U.S. World Cup match, 18-year-old Aaron Dotson was selling patriotic gear in downtown Dallas.
A growing number of solar customers across the country have been left in limbo following a company's closure or bankruptcy.
Customers say they've gone to three, sometimes even four stores, to find a specific jersey.
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Jones has not yet been seen at a tournament-high nine games at the Cowboys' home stadium.
France and Spain meet in a highly anticipated World Cup semifinal showdown at Dallas Stadium.
Red, white, and blue filled Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas, but it's the flag of France, not the U.S.A., flying over hundreds of fans.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Ticket reseller StubHub abruptly canceled customers' tickets to World Cup matches, costing them thousands of dollars, a lawsuit alleges.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
