Las Vegas Signs Robbie Lessig to General Manager Position

Marred by front-office turnover after last season, the Las Vegas Blackjacks ushered in Robbie Lessig as their new general manager today, The 48-year-old told the fans and media during a press conference that he expected to earn their support.

"I'm not going to mince words," promised Lessig. "I haven't earned your respect yet. If I do, it will be because I've put together a solid ballclub with the attitude it takes to compete at this level. I have a lot of confidence in my ability to do so, and I think there's enough talent here to start building something special."