2010 NHL Draft Review: A Look at Boston Bruins Second Round Picks
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Shane Stapleton in NHL
With the Bruins landing the second overall pick this year, all of the focus has been on that one pick. Chiarelli and company have been no slouches however and the two second round picks have a no quit attitude.
Jared Knight may not have the size most Bruins fans are looking for at 5’11” and 190 lbs. Yet the “smallish” winger plays along the boards and in ...
In 2009, the Oakland Raiders wide receivers struggled due to unstable quarterback play, an inconsistent offensive line, a case of the dropsies, and overall lack of experience.
But, they grew up.
When you look at the core of Oakland's wide receivers—Louis Murphy, Darrius Heyward-Bey, and Chaz Schilens—each took their lumps while experiencing substantial growing pains.
Murphy definitely showed that he is capable of being a reliable receiver. Whether or not he ...
2010 NBA Draft Review: The Philadelphia 76ers No. 2 Overall Pick, Evan Turner
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Evan Massey in NBA
"And with the second pick, in the 2010 NBA Draft, the Philadelphia 76ers select, Evan Turner..."
Those were the words that almost every 76ers fan had been dying to hear, heading into draft night. Earlier in the day, it appeared that the Sixers were actually leaning towards passing on Turner, and drafting Georgia Tech big man, Derrick Favors.
Evan Turner is a very interesting fit in Philly, and I'm going to break down ...
If Bobby Valentine Won’t Manage the Florida Marlins, Who Will?
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Gabriel Smith in MLB
The Marlins' recent decision to fire Fredi Gonzalez has not worked out so far. They were just swept by the Padres, and on top of that, Bobby Valentine, their primary managerial target, will probably not join the squad because of philosophical differences.
What does this mean to Marlins fans?
It means the Marlins will probably not land a top-notch manager for the rest of the season. Let's discuss two in-house candidates, including ...
Pittsburgh Steelers: Willie Colon Out for Season, What Options Are Left?
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Samuel Ingro in NFL
Another harsh blow materialized for the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday. Just a season removed from a Super Bowl championship, they've now lost underrated right tackle Willie Colon for the season. While not official, MRI results are all but to confirm that his torn Achilles tendon will sideline him for the 2010 season. Colon has been the constant on the Steelers' line for the past three seasons, performing ...
From the team that brought us the "vertical game," here is a list of the top 10 wide receivers in Oakland Raiders history.
I have no doubt that any list of the top 10 for the Raiders will provoke a huge debate amongst the fanbase.
But that's a good thing, right?
So here are top 10 as I see them, and it can only be a personal view. Whilst statistics ...
While the Braves have yet to decide who will be removed from the rotation to make room for Jair Jurrjens, Kris Medlen shouldn’t be on the chopping block given the way he’s produced. All you have to do is look at his numbers over his first 22 appearances (nine starts) for proof:
5 Wins 74.1 Innings 3.15 ERA 1.13 WHIP 54 Strikeouts (6.5 K/9) 13 Walks (1.6 BB/9) .288 BABIP
As a ...
In a move that may mark the end of his NHL career, the Ottawa Senators have waived forward Jonathan Cheechoo. After clearing waivers, Cheechoo can then have the remaining $3.5 million of his contract bought out and will be free to sign anywhere as a free agent.
It's hard to believe that just four years ago, Cheechoo was coming off a season in which he lead the NHL in goal ...
I briefly mentioned Steve Smith's broken arm last week when I was starting things up here at the blog again, so I figured I would get a little more in depth on the subject this morning with the return of the Monday Morning Rehab.
Just so you know, this feature will run every Monday from now until ... well ... our next hiatus, I guess.
Back on ...
Carlos Zambrano On Paid Restricted List Through The All-Star Break
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Bob Warja in MLB
Chicago Cubs general manager Jim Hendry announced on Monday that pitcher Carlos Zambrano was placed on MLB's restricted list, and will not rejoin the team until the All-Star break is over.
According to Hendry, the negotiations were very amicable, with both Zambrano's agent Barry Praver and Hendry working with the player's union to come to a resolution without rancor.
When Zambrano does return, Hendry indicated that it will be up to ...