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The Thursday Throwdown 09.29.06: What's In a "Can"?
(09.29.2006)
- Jon Hartley
Chances are, if you're a fan of MMA, you've used the phrase "tomato can"...probably incorrectly, 411's Jon Hartley says. Fighters such as Nate Quarry, Chris Leben and Justin Eilers have all been insulted with the slang term for "poor fighter"...who really deserves the label, and why? Also, Frank Shamrock vs. Phil Baroni, and is there a feud more one-sided than Ken-Tito? |
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The Thursday Throwdown 10.13.06: UFC 64 Preview
(10.13.2006)
- Jon Hartley
Not one, but two titles are on the line at UFC 64, and 411's Jon Hartley is here with a full preview of those as well as the other matches on the card! Also, thoughts on UFC Fight Night 7, K-1, and Takanori Gomi's next title defense! |
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The Tap-Out 10.18.06
(10.18.2006)
- Caleb Newby
The Tap-Out returns with a recap of this past weekend's UFC event and the fallout from Rich Franklin's devastating loss to Anderson Silva! |
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The Thursday Throwdown 11.16.06: The Tyson Syndrome
(11.16.2006)
- Jon Hartley
Vitor Belfort fails a drug test after his latest loss, Mark Kerr's second attempted comeback falls short. The list goes on and on. Why do we, the fans, continue buying into the idea of fighters regaining their former glory? 411's Jon Hartley looks into this question in The Throwdown! Plus, fighter salary discussion, UFC previews, and do steroids really help? |
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The Throwdown 11.25.06: Giving Thanks
(11.25.2006)
- Jon Hartley
Now that we've all devoured (most) of our turkey, it's time to reflect on what we're thankful for in the MMA world. 411's Jon Hartley is thankful for Wanderlei Silva. And Georges St. Pierre. And...well, the list goes on. Find out what else is on the list, and check out the newest installment of The Throwdown MMA Top Ten! You know you want to. |
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The Throwdown 12.01.06: The Tables Have Turned
(12.01.2006)
- Jon Hartley
MMA, once a freak show, is now a sanctioned sport that has reached much of mainstream America. Now that the sport has gained popularity, is it time for promotions to use their leverage with athletic commissions and make some changes? Also, 411's Jon Hartley talks Jason "Mayhem" Miller vs. Frank Trigg this weekend, contrasting Tim Sylvia to Jens Pulver and more on The Throwdown! |
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Five Ounces of Pain 12.14.06: The PRIDE Buyout
(12.14.2006)
- Sam Caplan
New MMA 411 columnist Sam Caplan handicaps the field of potential suitors that could acquire the Pride Fighting Championships. Who's the odds-on favorite to take over one of the most prestigious mixed martial arts promotions in the World? |
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411's UFC 66 Preview: Liddell vs. Ortiz II
(12.28.2006)
- Sam Caplan
'Tis the seating to be fighting? With major mixed martial arts cards scheduled for December 29, 30, and 31st, 2006 promises to go out with a bang. The most watched card of the three will likely be UFC 66, scheduled for this Saturday. 411Mania.com's Sam Caplan has a full preview with his picks to win. |
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Five Ounces of Pain 01.04.07
(01.04.2007)
- Sam Caplan
411's Sam Caplan is starting off the New Year right by trying to correct Showtime's MMA wrongs. Sam also issues a public apology to one of MMA's biggest stars. |
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Five Ounces of Pain 01.11.07: Legends of MMA
(01.11.2007)
- Sam Caplan
Baseball's Hall of Fame just recently announced the latest inductees into their hallowed shrine. The announcements prompted Sam Caplan to devote this week's Five Ounces of Pain to a proposed "Legends of MMA" PPV that would feature many mixed martial arts Hall of Famers. Sam also has news on the UFC on HBO, Randy Couture possibly fighting Tim Sylvia, PRIDE 33, an extensive update on Fedor, and much more! |
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Five Ounces of Pain 01.18.07: 15 Fighters to Watch
(01.18.2007)
- Sam Caplan
The fastest growing column in mixed martial arts is back with an extensive look at 15 fighters to watch in 2007. Sam Caplan also has news on EliteXC signing a former UFC Welterweight Title contender; MMA airing on network television; PRIDE buyout and Gomi rumors; interesting insight about UFC on ESPN; and much more! |
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The Tap-Out 01.23.07
(01.23.2007)
- Caleb Newby
Finally, The Tap-Out returns to 411! In this edition, 411's Caleb Newby takes an in depth look at free agent middleweight Matt "The Law" Lindland and his upcoming battle with unstoppable heavyweight, Fedor Emelianenko. |
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Five Ounces of Pain 01.25.07: 10 Things You Should Know About EliteXC
(01.25.2007)
- Sam Caplan
"Five Ounces of Pain" isn't in the business of assuaging the feelings of television executives but Sam Caplan might have been off the mark a few weeks back when he skewered upstart MMA promotion Elite Xtreme Combat. Sam is back with "10 Things You Should Know About EliteXC" along with news on Kurt Angle's future in MMA, a slew of recent signings by PRIDE, new UFC matches booked, Jake Shields' future, and much more! |
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The Tap-Out 01.30.07
(01.30.2007)
- Caleb Newby
411's Caleb Newby returns with opinion and analysis on the UFC's most recent Ultimate Fight Night event (RIP Salmon) as well as discusses the next rumored opponent for Diego Sanchez. That and more in this week’s edition of The Tap-Out! |
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411's UFC 67: All or Nothing Roundtable Preview
(02.01.2007)
- Caleb Newby
The UFC's latest PPV offering is upon us once again, this time showcasing Anderson Silva's first title defense against TUF 4 middleweight winner Travis Lutter. UFC 67 also marks the UFC debut of Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and Mirko Cro Cop. 411's MMA team checks in with thoughts and predictions for UFC 67: All or Nothing! |
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The Tap Out 02.06.07
(02.06.2007)
- Caleb Newby
Check out the latest analysis and opinion from UFC 67. Also the IFL gets a new TV deal and details on why Anderson Silva was so easy to take down. It's all in the latest edition of The Tap Out! |
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The Tap-Out 02.13.07
(02.13.2007)
- Caleb Newby
Frank Shamrock is just what we thought he was... a scumbag. At least Gina Carano is well on her way as the face of women's MMA in North America. Also, news on Brandon Vera, Chuck Liddell and Rampage, and the latest match added Pride 33: The Second Coming! |
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The Tap Out 02.21.07
(02.21.2007)
- Caleb Newby
A day later than normal, The Tap Out returns with all your regular MMA news! Also, some exciting news involving 411’s coverage for Pride 33 slated for this Saturday! |
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411's PRIDE 33: The Second Coming Roundtable Preview
(02.22.2007)
- Caleb Newby
Team 411 MMA returns with patented, hard hitting analysis of Pride's Saturday PPV. Can Dan Henderson beat Wanderlei Silva and hold two championships at once? Can former UFC star Nick Diaz upset Pride's lightweight poster boy Takanori Gomi? Answers to all that and more is only one click away! |
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The Tap-Out 03.06.07
(03.06.2007)
- Caleb Newby
The latest MMA news from Pride and the UFC is inside! Including: Tim Sylvia's injury, medical suspensions for Pride fighters, upcoming UFC fight cards, and Nick Diaz tests positive for marijuana. It's all in this week's edition of The Tap Out! |
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