Damn You James Toney.

Dave Wilcox / BoxingScene.com Posted: 16 hours ago About a week ago, yours truly wrote a column while in a state of ecstasy. The column was entitled, "Thank you, James Toney!" At the time, I couldn't have been happier. You see my friends; James Toney had rid us of the disease that was known as John Ruiz by defeating him and lifting the WBA belt from the Dark Side. I compared my feelings at the time to that of a Red Sox fan last October when they finally reversed the curse of the Bambino. As it turns out, my ecstasy has quickly turned into a sense of horror. James Toney has tested positive to some form of illegal steroid, his title was taken away and then handed back to the man who haunts my dreams. Just as I compared my feelings to Red Sox joy, I now must switch the feeling to that same Red Sox fan that saw Bill Buckner watch the ball go through his legs in 1986. Bucky Dent has nothing on James Toney; in fact I will now refer to James as, James "(explative)" Toney. Just as the Red Sox faithful refer to Bucky Dent. I almost feel like Michael Corleone in Godfather III. You remember, "Just when I think I'm out, they pull me back in!" It's now official; only two things will be left on Earth after "The big one", cockroaches and John Ruiz. The immediate retirement by Ruiz has now turned into new life for "The Quiet Man". He has his title back and Don King is working hard to get his next Title defense lined up. James Toney against any other title holder brings excitement and I would actually look forward to a Heavyweight fight with the names Chris Byrd or Lamon Brewster attached. As it sits now, I can't think of a worse phrase in the English language than "Chris Byrd vs. John Ruiz". Actually, I probably could, how about "Lamon Brewster vs. John Ruiz". My suffering is deep and I can't think of anytime I've felt worse, except for the time my wife called me at work in early December and uttered the statement, "My mom is spending Christmas with us this year." I hate to sound like a whiner, but I think I have the right. James Toney has dangled the carrot in front of us and just when we think our problems have been taken care of, he yanks it away. Don't get me wrong, I love James Toney and realize that his suspension will be short. I'm sure after ninety days his name will pop up for potential fights against the other "champs". For now, I'll continue to work on my skills as it relates to forgiveness. If I can forgive Sugar Ray Leonard for running around and stealing one from the great Marvin Hagler, I'm sure anything is possible. My wife has flushed all the sleeping pills down the toilet and she has hidden my Colt 45, so for now I should be safe to continue the healing process. Until then, welcome back John Ruiz ... and damn you, James Toney!!! Keep punching I agree with Dave. I felt like committing suicide because John Ruiz sucks and there is no two ways about that. Never pay again for live sex! | Hot girls doing naughty stuff for free! | Chat for free!

Comments (20)

Toney just another bum. Ruiz the champ because its his destiny to unify the division and stay a champ until 40 years old. I agree with you..

21y ago

ICEMAN_JOHN_SCULLY

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21y ago

oldgringo

PWNED means that pussy just got owned or that prick just got owned. oh thanks now i know.

21y ago

splittingatoms

what is pwned? whats the story behind that. i get the whole owned thing but i dont get the p. PWNED means that pussy just got owned or that prick just got owned.

21y ago

oldgringo

i have never and will never go to his stupid website.if his style of boxing puts people to sleep just imagine how boring his website is.but i know pretender just goes to that website so he can hit the pipe and think to himself. man i wish ruiz was gay,i would be his man..man i wish ruiz was gay,i would be his man..man i wish ruiz was gay,i would be his man..man i wish ruiz was gay,i would be his man..man i wish ruiz was gay,i would be his man what is pwned? whats the story behind that. i get the whole owned thing but i dont get the p.

21y ago

splittingatoms

How you gonna be getting on peoples nerves on Ruiz own website as a fan? Its people like YOU getting on peoples nerves going to his website just to hate and talk shit. And Ruiz nice enough guy to show his family photo albums to his fans but you all do nothing but shit on him. i have never and will never go to his stupid website.if his style of boxing puts people to sleep just imagine how boring his website is.but i know pretender just goes to that website so he can hit the pipe and think to himself. man i wish ruiz was gay,i would be his man..man i wish ruiz was gay,i would be his man..man i wish ruiz was gay,i would be his man..man i wish ruiz was gay,i would be his man..man i wish ruiz was gay,i would be his man

21y ago

oldgringo

I agree, Tsyzu is a respectful guy, doesn`t run his mouth off, just does the job and doesn`t infringe on the rules. He doesn`t make excuses and give respect to his opponent. Barrera`s pretty decent too. After he whipped Morales he extended his hand and wanted to make peace, its just a shame Morales was childish about it. I would never shake hands with some asshole who sucker punched me either. At least Morales knows what the situation is. Barerra knew what he was going to get and he got it.

21y ago

Kimmy

Why is Tszyu not on that list. he is the most respectful champion I have ever seen in all the years I have been watching boxing. A class act fighter, who has NEVER talked trash about anyone, and simply gets the job done. I agree, Tsyzu is a respectful guy, doesn`t run his mouth off, just does the job and doesn`t infringe on the rules. He doesn`t make excuses and give respect to his opponent. Barrera`s pretty decent too. After he whipped Morales he extended his hand and wanted to make peace, its just a shame Morales was childish about it.

21y ago

Run8964

Pretender, This is the 5th time I have to agree with you. (You see, I'm keeping track hehe) Ruiz can be the best of a guy he is and you can love him for that, but stop saying that he is a real champ! For their personalities, I like Wlad Klitschko, he's not a champ, I like De La Hoya, who is not a champ, I like Holyfiled (who I hope is retired now), I like The Big George, etc.. Personality is the first thing I like about Boxers and then their skill. Toney is a great boxer, but I don't like him for running his mouth, yet I enjoy his masterpiece inside the ring. Why is Tszyu not on that list. he is the most respectful champion I have ever seen in all the years I have been watching boxing. A class act fighter, who has NEVER talked trash about anyone, and simply gets the job done. Never pay again for live sex! | Hot girls doing naughty stuff for free! | Chat for free!

21y ago

_Mr_Soprano

How many other fighters out there are down to earth enough to share their own personal interests with their fans and let them see so much of their family history? Thats why I like Ruiz, he's down to earth and a real dude. If a fighter is an arrogant asshole or just an asshole in general i dont care how he boxes, fuck him. I'm a fan of genuine fighters. Sugar Ray was another good guy. Pretender, This is the 5th time I have to agree with you. (You see, I'm keeping track hehe) Ruiz can be the best of a guy he is and you can love him for that, but stop saying that he is a real champ! For their personalities, I like Wlad Klitschko, he's not a champ, I like De La Hoya, who is not a champ, I like Holyfiled (who I hope is retired now), I like The Big George, etc.. Personality is the first thing I like about Boxers and then their skill. Toney is a great boxer, but I don't like him for running his mouth, yet I enjoy his masterpiece inside the ring.

21y ago

_Mr_Soprano

Ruiz is a pretender champ. Not a real boxer. He is pretending to be a boxer when he's really a wrestler. Ruiz is a pretender champ. Not a real boxer. CLASSIC!! :D You hear that The Pretender?

21y ago

Yarmez

How you gonna be getting on peoples nerves on Ruiz own website as a fan? Its people like YOU getting on peoples nerves going to his website just to hate and talk shit. And Ruiz nice enough guy to show his family photo albums to his fans but you all do nothing but shit on him. You know what you actually got a point, He may not be the best fighter, but come on Personal attacks are not good in my books, he seems like a decent enough dude out of the ring, at least he has the balls to give anyone a go, I give him props for that.

21y ago

splittingatoms

Oh yeah go check www.johnthequietmanruiz.com website blog. Why am I so active there then. All you fools the ones spamming the boards there hating. that dont mean shyte you could just being stupid with having that website to get on peoples nerves.i dont actually believe you think that highly of ruiz.if you are, you need to let go of the crack pipe dude

21y ago

Yarmez

Toney just another bum. Ruiz the champ because its his destiny to unify the division and stay a champ until 40 years old. Just when i thought i've heard and seen it all, i see this post, dear lord, i am going to sit back, grab a beer, wrestle a few Kangaroos, and have a good laugh about that comment, and everyone thinks floyd and tarver Talk Shit.

21y ago

IWISHAMFWOULD

MTV should do a Punked show on Ruiz. Notifying him that Tua is his mandatory or get stripped

21y ago

paul750

dude you cant get to me lol.i know you really dont believe the shit you say about ruiz.u do it to get a reaction outta people.wont work with me lol hey that is one funny avitar :D

21y ago

splittingatoms

Toney just another bum. Ruiz the champ because its his destiny to unify the division and stay a champ until 40 years old. dude you cant get to me lol.i know you really dont believe the shit you say about ruiz.u do it to get a reaction outta people.wont work with me lol

21y ago

splittingatoms

and if ruiz had any pride he would not have taken the **bely** back i meant belt.

21y ago

splittingatoms

come on man you can keep your faith in toney.everybody know damn well that toney did not take steroids to get and egde on ruiz.a turtle has an edge on ruiz.after he lost to toney i was in exatasy when he said he was going to retire.i said great day for the sport of boxing.then the whole thing with the roids come up and im thinking,,,the people for the wba should be ashamed of themselves.they know that whatever was in toneys system was from a doctor and not to help him beat the most boring fighter on the planet.it is just sick that join the bore ruiz is once again a paper champ.and if ruiz had any pride he would not have taken the bely back,knowing damn well thet he lost that fight.said it once and ill say it again the HW division is junk right now.

21y ago

marvdave

look on the bright side, at we have Golata-Brewster this weekend!........... :D :rolleyes:

21y ago