Stout says he won't risk health for money - TSN
TORONTO - Fighting was very good to Sam (Hands of Stone) Stout. , recalls asking his bank for $20,000 in cash when he wanted to buy a Dodge Avenger after one of his better UFC paydays. The bank demurred and Stout had to write a cheque. For someone who used to drive a 1995 Chrysler Cirrus, a hand-me-down from his grandmother, it was a good day. Once known for having an iron chin, Stout (20-12-1) was knocked out in his last three fights. "It's kind of a tough thing to wrap your brain around," Stout said Thursday, one day after announcing his retirement. Stout's nine previous losses came via decision (six) or submission (three). Then — bang, bang, bang — it happened at the hands of K. J. Noons (in 30 seconds), Ross (The Real Deal) Pearson (six minutes 33 seconds) and, most recently, Frankie Perez (54 seconds). Stout, who has not had any concussion issues, says he was healthy and motivated for those last three fights. "I have a daughter (Logan) to think about now and I want to have a good quality of life in the future and I'm not going to risk my health for a paycheque. Stout fought 20 times in the UFC, second only to former welterweight champion Georges. Source: www.tsn.ca
