Posted in nhl by doris on January 6th, 2011
The Washington Capitals went into last year’s playoffs as an overwhelming favorite to represent the Eastern Conference in the finals of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Unfortunately, they were knocked out in the first round by a well-prepared Montreal Canadiens team and their hot goaltender, Jaroslav Halak. Currently, the Capitals are in the fifth spot in the Eastern Conference.
Even after the disappointing first round loss, the Capitals made only minor changes to their roster. They chose not to resign goaltender Jose Theodore, forwards Brendan Morrison and Eric Belanger, and defenseman Joe Corvo. These players had only minor roles on the team, and were replaced this year by younger players from the Capitals’ minor league team in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
The offensive players on the Capitals’ roster are possibly the best group in the NHL. Superstar Alexander Ovechkin is one of the most prolific goal scorers in the league, and has already won the Hart Trophy twice. He is joined on the forward lines by Alexander Semin, Nicklas Backstrom, Brooks Laich and Mike Knuble. The goaltending duo of Semyon Varlamov and Michal Neuvirth is more than adequate, and at times, they are outstanding.
The Capitals have the reputation of only playing at their best on Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in soccer by doris on January 4th, 2011
Bye bye Beckham, there seems to be only one thing standing between Tottenham and midfielder Beckham from joining the team on loan from the Los Angeles galaxy which is a permission slip from the major league soccer team.
So it appears Beckham is on his way to White Hart Lane ASAP in a move that would mark the former Manchester United Star’s return to England, and the Premier League. He iscurrently sitting at home since major league soccer has a season schedule that is during the summer while one of the top leagues in the world is currently active. Beckham has done Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in nhl by doris on January 3rd, 2011
Regardless of a unsatisfactory initial 3 weeks from the period regarding each groups, the Calgary Flames and New York Islanders possess cause to become fired up concerning the brand new yr.
Calgary appears to increase it’s growing profitable ability in order to 5, although Ny endeavors to remain scorching throughout it’s greatest extend from the period Monday evening in the Saddledome.
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Posted in hoops by doris on December 8th, 2010
The LA Clippers will meet the LA Lakers Wednesday, December 8, 2010 beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Staples Center. Led by Kobe Bryant and Paul Gasol, along with coach Phil Jackson, the Lakers spun through the 2010 NBA season by winning their 16th NBA Championship. However, the Clippers will bring out their strongest players: Eric Gordon, DeAndre Jordan, and Al-Farouq Aminu. Head coach Vinny Del Negro will also bring out some of his players who have recently shown strength in Ryan Gomes, Jarron Collins, and Rasual Butler. The Clippers split four games with the Lakers in 2009-10.
The Clippers do not have any players on the list reporting injuries. However, Randy Foye, suffering from a strained hamstring along with Chris Kaman, with a sprained left ankle are both on a day to day medical watch. Brian Cook will be returning after serving a one game suspension due to a flagrant foul.
Meanwhile, Lakers Center Andrew Bynum participated in full practice this week for the first time since he faced his off season knee surgery. However, it is Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in hoops by doris on November 16th, 2010
Prior to this year, gossip surfaced that Carmelo Anthony may quickly sign up for the Knicks . Experiencing 5 losses consecutively, New York are possibly wishing they may have already performed that deal.
New York will endeavor to break that losing skid on Tuesday evening when they travel to play Anthony & the Nuggets.
Having declined to simply accept a 3 year deal extension with the Nuggets since summer, Anthony continues to be the subject of gossip and tends to be going in the direction of the Nets & next the Knicks following the All Star forward shared with Denver he was not likely to alter his thoughts regarding re-signing.
For the time being, the dialogue has silenced as the Nuggets have gotten off and away to a bumpy beginning. Following getting consecutive victories, Denver (5-5) have lost 3 of 4, with all of these losses being away from home, which includes Monday’s 100-94 defeat by the Suns.
Denver was leading by fifteen within the 1st half & 8 at the start of the 4th quarter, however had been out-scored 27-13 during the last ten minutes. Anthony has Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in nhl by doris on November 13th, 2010
After reaching the pinnacle of hockey last season, the Chicago Blackhawks are off to an uninspiring start to the season. They’re hoping a trip to the music city will change their luck. The Blackhawks are off to an 8-9-1 start to this season. They have lost four of their last five games and find themselves in unfamiliar territory for recent times, near the bottom of the Western Conference. After displaying a prolific offensive attack last season, Chicago finds themselves in the middle of the pack in most major offensive categories.
One of the reasons for the slow start could be the play of Patrick Kane. Kane registered 88 points last season and a +16 rating. This season, Kane has 15 points in 17 games. Certainly a respectable number, but his plus/minus Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in soccer by doris on November 6th, 2010
What was suppose to be a triumphant debut for MLS’ newest superstar turned into the last great memory of a fan favorite in Houston. Brian Mullan, now with the Colorado Rapids, came on as a second half substitute and headed home an Andrew Hainault cross late in the match to provide the Houston Dynamo with a 2-2 draw with the New York Red Bulls.
The match was the debut of French international Theirry Henry, who unexpectedly went the full 90 minutes and set up the first Red Bull goal. Henry showed a glimpse of what he could be for the Red Bulls terrorizing the Dynamo backline and showing his pace and skill.
Mullan had been on the bench due to the impressive form of second year player Danny Cruz. However, Mullan was in good form himself and entered the match and produced the tying goal playing out of position at forward. It was the Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in nhl by doris on November 4th, 2010
With the 2010 season just 5 weeks old, two surprising conference leaders face-off in Los Angeles Thursday night as the Tampa Bay Lightning defend their impressive road record against the Kings, who are perfect at home. In the midst of their California road trip (losing Wednesday night to the Ducks in OT), the Lightning continue north
to face the surging Kings who are trying Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in soccer by doris on October 27th, 2010
The Galaxy kept in-stadium competitors Chivas USA to a 2-1 win in a very choppy SuperClásico game on Sunday night in the Home Depot Center. The triumph places the Galaxy back in contention for the 2010 Major League Soccer Supporters’ Shield along with merely 3 matches remaining to play inside the regular season. 1st half goals coming from Buddle & Beckham had been sufficient to beat a second-half attack via Alan Gordon as LA got home their 3rd sequential SuperClásico trophy.
Chivas USA’s defeat, their 3rd in several matches, efficiently eradicated Martín Vásquez’s men from post season competition for the 2010 playoffs. The Goats won’t find playoff participation since 2005. Sunday’s match had been mostly an account of 2 halves, with the 1st owned exclusively to LA. The Galaxy energized out from the locker room early on & almost pulled forward within the 4th minute, but Buddle ended up being helpless to solidify cross coming from Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in nhl by doris on October 27th, 2010
Edmonton (2-4-0) at Calgary (5-3-0)
Season matchups:
It is the 3rd of 6 matchups involving the clubs. Edmonton attained a 4-0 triumph at Rexall Place in the season opener, however Calgary responded to having a 5-3 win in Calgary 9 days after wards.
Large scenario:
Game 3 within the Fight of Alberta includes 2 clubs going within complete opposite ways. Calgary currently have picked up 2 straight & several of 5. Edmonton has dropped 4 consecutively following success Read the rest of this entry »
