So here I am again…

You’re all probably been wondering why the Sinista1 hasn’t dropped some verbal thoughts over the past few months? Well to be honest, for those who don't know me, I’ve been busy with several new ventures so get ready for the shameless plug.

For the last few months my involvement with a local radio show has taken off, so if you still haven’t heard it by now the show is called "On the Mark" and if you live in the Brockton MA. area the show can be found on WBET 1460 AM Tuesdays and Thursdays 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

For those Sinista1 fans out there that wish they could hear me spit some verbal barbs need not worry because the show is in the process of being available for download in mp3 format. The show has been great, we've had Punnn Entertainment featuring my cousin/rapper Kuzin Big Boi and D-Roc's ( of the Ying Yang Twins) solo project Da Muzicianz debuting their single "Camera Phone," Soprano thugs Patsy Parisi & Vito, my friend Toby who did a stint on Prison Break, and a visit from the FCC.

I guess you can say it is growing so I just want to thank Mark "Private Diddy" Chauppette for giving me the chance and Attorneys Elliot "Sleepy" Savitz and Ken "The Diesel" Diesenhof for keeping the fun coming. Also a big shout to our producers Patrick, Kevin, and an extra special shout to Mike who created one hell of an intro for the show’s opening last week.

Okay enough of the "me time," let’s get on to some sports talk…

The NFL is in timeout right now as teams get ready for the upcoming draft, but just weeks ago, the Free Agency period was fast and furious as fantasy keepers were drowned in turmoil.

Let’s start with my beloved New England Patriots who lost several key players, but, in my opinion, not key enough to cause major problems with the amount of picks they have.

Wide receiver David Givens left Foxboro for the Tennessee Titans where he locked down the number one spot. At the end of last year I knew David was long gone because there was no way he was going to jump over Deion Branch in the depth chart. So to make up for the loss, the Pats picked up Reche Caldwell from the Chargers. I hope he can be the same clutch receiver on third down and long situations. I’m still looking for the Pats to draft some WR’s since they also lost Tim Dwight and Andre Davis.

LB Willie McGinest came off one of his best years, and proved once again that wine gets better with age. Unfortunately, the salary cap didn’t work in the teams' favor and they had to let him go to get a bigger payday from Romeo Crennell and the Browns, where he will be getting paid more for his leadership in the locker room than the damage he will do on the field. God Bless the deal he got because you don’t see many 12-year veterans getting a deal like that.

Tackle Tom Ashworth, who caught a TD pass last year, jumped on the Seattle bandwagon to join the Seahawks. The line is still somewhat solid, with Matt Light and Brandon Gorin at the tackle spots, but the Pats will draft for more in the later rounds.

This year the Pats are loaded at secondary with the signings of safety Gus Scott, corner back's Hank Poteat, Chad Scott, Eric Warfield and defensive back Artrell Hawkins, who made an impact late in the season last year.

At full back, the Pats brought Heath Evans back into the fold. This guy impressed me, and I hope he can continue his brash style of play.

Once this season begins, the talk will be focused on the fact that kicker Adam Vinatieri decided to run for the indoor comforts. This was a move I think was very strategic on Adam’s part. If he truly wanted to return, he would have allowed the Pats to counter offer the deal.

I think Adam knew his career was winding down and by going to the Colts he extended his career. To bad he lost all the fringe benefits that he and his family were set to receive if he stayed, from things like endorsements, local networks and businesses. This is a guy who probably never paid for a meal no matter where he and his family went from Maine to Rhode Island.

Here’s my prediction on Adam in Indy…

It’s third down, 20 yards out and head coach Tony Dungy signals for the field goal unit to go in. Quarterback Peyton Manning waves the unit off and calls an audible. See what I’m getting at? You paid a kicker beaucoup money to make field goals, but at the same time you have a QB that is going to want to collect his TD bonus money… It’s a recipe for disaster. Just ask Mike Vanderjagt.

Who else had some BIG moves?

What about those Cowboys? They will be my pick for most improved team next season as they added wide receiver Terrell Owens to the mix, and re-signed Terry Glenn, making him the number two guy. If you don’t know football, let’s just say that if Owens can play this season without any problems, Dallas will be the team to beat in the NFC East. It could also revitalize the careers of quarterback Drew Bledsoe and Glenn, as teams will have to respect Owens presence on the field. That means teams won’t blitz Bledsoe from the secondary as much, and while Terrell draws double coverage, another man on the secondary will have to keep Glenn in check. I look for tight end Jason Whitten to take a big jump in fantasy numbers next year.

As for other moves, I wonder how JT the Brick feels since he’s a big Oakland Raiders fan. They made some big signings with cornerback Duane Starks (AHEM!) and QB Aaron Brooks (BUST!). Some commitment to excellence huh?

The NFL has also made some changes by penalizing end zone celebrations next year. This rule is the equivalent to the rule the NBA put forth at the beginning of the year with the dress code for players. I'm surprised there aren't some Afro American NFL players screaming discrimination against the league. It's a shame to, because I was hoping to see an ESPY for "Best End Zone Performance" this year. I think end zone performances are great if they can be done quickly, respectfully and with originality. Let's see how Owens and Chad Johnson deal with the new rulings.

Shhhh... Do you hear that?

That's the crack of the bat to let us know that baseball season has officially arrived, and the race for the AL pennant opened up with a bang. The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees both won, the Sox on pitcher Curt Schilling's performance, while the Yankees put up 15 runs under the A-Rod grand slam. It's still to early to make bold predictions, but I think the World Baseball Classic got these guys warmed up and ready to play.

Spring is here!