This all leads to the MLB off season where ever team can improve for 2010

He also scored 51 points on the night, which broke Martin Terry's Arkansas single game scoring record of 47 points from way back in 1973 against SMU. Along with the record books, the SEC took notice of Clarke's performance and named him the SEC Player of the Week for his performance in the season opener.After the game, Rotnei was asked what he knew about their records and he said he was not aware until now, but what mattered more to him, was howunselfishly the team played all night. The unselfishness showed in the Razorbacks running out to a 71-26 halftime lead, which set the record for most points scored in a single half by the Razorbacks. The Razorbacksreceived a standing ovation to close the first half of play from the 7,713 in attendance.The record breaking continued as the Razorbacks totaled 130 points, breaking the Bud Walton Arena record, and the record for highest point total for a season opener. When you think back on some of the great teams that have played for Arkansas and in Bud Walton Arena, that is astonishing.In the shadow of all the record breaking, four Razorbacks scored in double digits and three newcomers started for the Hogs.

Two of the newcomers, Jamal Farmer and Marshawn Powell, recorded double-doubles as the Hogs went on to win the game 130-68.The attendance is the one thing thatmarred this great evening for the Razorback Nation. I know the excuses fans keep making for not showing up to the games so far this year have been weak opponents, off-the-court troubles, the economy, and the list goes on and on.None of those have any relevance as to the Razorbacks that were on the floor putting on a show and playing their tails off. Half of the players were playing in their first game as Razorbacks and this was not the way to show them a proper welcome.The short-handed Razorbacks proved Coach John Pelphrey right when he stated this team will play with intensity, show pride in the uniform they are wearing, and give it everything they have got. This showed in the records being broken and the final score, but also on the stat sheet.The Razorbacks blocked 10 shots, had 14 steals, forced 24 turnovers, and held their opponent to 29 percent shooting from the floor, not bad for a team indespair.To all the Razorback fans that missed this game and could have been there, I think you know you missed a great game and all the history that was made Hopefully that serves as a lesson for the future. This young depleted Razorback team has heart and talent to go with it, which they showed in shattering so many records in the season opener.Before history passes you by again, maybe you should just show up to the games and see it all for yourself and that, my friends, is the whole hog truth.Keep checking in for up to date stories and news on the Arkansas Razorbacks here at the Bleacher Report. Image courtesy of ArkansasRazorbacks . The 2009 MLB season is over and the New York Yankees are World Series champs by defeating the Philadelphia Phillies.

It was an exciting playoffs with it’s share of highlights and controversy. Replay in the post season was brought up many times as today’s technology is more advanced and can see more then the umpires. The Schedule was also a concern as there were as many days off as games in the fall classic. This all leads to the MLB off season where ever team can improve for 2010.In the offseason fans of all teams dream of scenarios where they can land Matt Holliday, Jason Bay, Adrian Gonzalez, or Roy Holladay. This is probably the most exciting time of year for fans of all teams as they try to figure out what moves will be made by the teams the cheer for. If you finished in first place or 25 games out, these few off season months give you time to dream of who your team can get and shop to help them compete for next season. Not every team can afford to sign players like Bay or Holliday , but until they sign somewhere they are single and available for every team in the majors to court and sign.This is the one time of year that teams like the Nationals, Pirates, Reds, Indians, Royals, Padres, etc can all be excited about the upcoming season. What moves can these teams make to give them a fighting chance and the fans something to cheer for Can these teams play over .500 baseball and make a playoff run Remember all teams are in first place at the start of the season and with free agency all teams can improve.It’s the MLB off season and fans need to keep hope alive as of right now that’s all we have Hope for a better team and the excitement of the new season.