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Just now, dgambill said:

I’m sure there is language that says if he leaves for another job that he has to pay UK. If not then that’s a horrible contract. It’s pretty standard the buyout goes both ways.

Not really. That’s UK’s way of saying “If you want to pay him, you can have him”. Even among the more sane folks in KY’s government, Cal’s contract ruffles more than a few feathers. He’s the highest paid state employee by a huge margin. 
 

Why ask for a buyout when you’re likely going to save money in the long run on your next coach? 

Just now, IowaHoosierFan said:

I don't think UK doesn't go big big with this hire. They want to win tomorrow

The question is, with the NIL and portal….is putting up with those psychotic hilljacks worth it? 

Just now, Hoosierfan1901 said:

Teflon John indeed. 

Just now, Indykev said:

Scott Drew maybe.

I’m betting his replacement comes from Texas. Either Drew or Sampson. 

37 minutes ago, SawatchHoosier said:

Wonder if Hurley would take it? He has the ego to deal with Kentucky fans.

For a native northeasterner…is UK that much of an upgrade over UConn? He’s been in back to back NCGs at minimum. 
 

And, just my opinion, but having spent more than enough time in Lexington….I’d pick Connecticut to live in. 

Just now, Indykev said:

They want him gone

That’s a “Be careful what you wish for” waiting to happen. 
 

That’s also a “Those that don’t study history are doomed to repeat it”. They wanted Tubby gone also and got Billy Clyde instead. 

Just now, Hoosierfan1901 said:

More money for Oats then 

Bama ain’t exactly short on cash either. 

Just now, Hoosierfan1901 said:

I completely forgot about that, I remember now reading about it when they lost to Oakland 

It’s not a bad move on UK’s part. They’d likely save money getting rid of him, so no need for a buyout. 

4 minutes ago, dgambill said:

No…Arkansas has to pay to buy out Cal from Kentucky. Meaning UK is flush with cash to go after who they want.

That’s UK saying “If you can pay him, you can have him”. 

2 minutes ago, BobSaccamanno said:

Mick Cronin makes sense.  

It’s rare for a coach to jump from one blue blood to another. Out of the historic powers, there’s only been one coach to coach at more than one: Larry Brown, UCLA and Kansas. 

5 minutes ago, mkaser said:

Might be a stretch but any chance on Jay Wright?

They’ll make contact, but I have a feeling Jay is done for good. Can’t blame him either. Nothing left to prove coaching wise and a much cushier job as a TV analyst. 

5 minutes ago, Hoosierfan1901 said:

Makes sense as Blue Blood, or they go after Nate Oats 

Bama has a budget surplus since Saban retired. They’ll throw the cash to Oats.

3 minutes ago, IU247 said:

 

Why does Sampson and UK sound like a match made in hell? 

Just now, dgambill said:

That’s nothing if Arkansas just bought Cal out. That’s only 2 years of Johns salary.

There is no buyout if he leaves willingly. Only if he were fired without cause. 

Apparently Teflon John decided Lexington was just not hillbilly enough anymore. 

1 hour ago, IUFLA said:

Yeah they did...

I always remember they had an outfielder named Razor Shines...Every time the Cubs would play them when he and Tim Raines were on the team, Steve Stone, who was the Cubs analyst at the time, would remark, "We're going to play this game, Raines or Shine"  

Tim Raines was familiar with razors for other reasons too *sniff*.

Just now, IUFLA said:

Cromartie, Dawson, and Raines were thought to be one of the best young outfields ever assembled...

Montreal had a habit of assembling young talent without being able to keep it. 

2 hours ago, IUFLA said:

Best I've done in a while...11...

Cromartie isn’t the most common last name. Warren almost has to be related to Antonio and the rest of that defensive back playing family. 

2 hours ago, 5fouls said:

Lazy Sunday.  28.  Didn't want to think too hard on this one.  Struggled with the 30 homer category for some reason.

The Oriole people forget hit 30+: Chris Hoiles. Averaged 15-20 for his career and in either 96 or 97, hits 49. Given the era…gee, think a little juice was involved there? 😂
 

Edit: Brady Anderson, not Chris Hoiles. Old age is getting to me. 

1 hour ago, rico said:

For the young’uns, an encyclopedia is when they tried to put the entire internet into a bunch of books. Minus the porn of course. 

5 hours ago, pinkroync said:

I hooked up with a cousin.  

Did you mean to post this here? Sounds like something from RuppRafters

1 hour ago, FritzIam4IU said:

I am picking UCONN by 20+ in this one. Unless they have an off game and purdue has a tremendous game, I just don't see UCONN losing, or even a close game. 88-67 UCONN.

If you’re accepting bets, here’s $500, I’ll take Purdue to cover 20.

3 minutes ago, pinkroync said:

Yeah, well a bunch of Hoosiers worked well for IU for a lot of years.  

You guys are going to win.

My only request is can you get your guys to shave

Braden Smith looks 12 if he’s clean shaven 😂

44 minutes ago, SawatchHoosier said:

A good beer improves nearly anything except an AA meeting. 

Or a circumcision 

37 minutes ago, IUFLA said:

Blasphemer!

I’m an IU fan/alum that’s dating a Purdue cheerleader. I blew past blasphemy 6 miles ago. I’m a full on heretic at this point.