Verdict: Summer Olympics still better
March 9, 2010 • Charlie Morrissey, News Manager
Filed under National Sports, Opinion
With the conclusion of the Winter Olympics, it is kind of sad that the nonstop action has finally come to an end. No longer can I turn on NBC and know that there is going to be some sort of winter contest on. One question that is always asked about the Olympics is which games are better: the Winter or... Read more »
NBA trade talk
March 3, 2010 • Mike Hansa, Staff Reporter
Filed under National Sports, Sports
With the NBA trade deadline coming to an end on Thursday, February 18, many teams have been throwing players around for either playoff potential purposes or salary cap room. Teams that have the upper hand after Thursday are the following. Teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers are making a big name for themselves... Read more »
Blackhawks return from Olympic break
March 3, 2010 • Dave Skowronski
Filed under National Sports, Sports
Yesterday the Blackhawks returned to the ice for the first time since the 2010 Olympic Games. Several Hawks’ stars had participated in the tournament. Patrick Kane was the sole Hawk representing the U.S. team, but for the gold medalist Canadian team there were defensemen Ducan Keith and Brent Seabrook,... Read more »
Canada beaten at their own game
March 1, 2010 • Joe Sauer, Opinion Manager
Filed under National Sports, Sports
The most hyped game of the Olympic hockey season ends in an upset for Canada with USA winning 5-3. This time the game was not for a medal, but for pride and respect for the US team. This win was the first win over Canada for the US since 50 years ago. With a bunch of players who are new to the Olympics... Read more »
Super Bowl: Three up, three down, three in between
February 10, 2010 • Charlie Morrissey, News Manager
Filed under National Sports, Sports
The Super Bowl experience: Three up, three down, three in between Three Up: The Saints: This is an obvious one, but still a good one. The Colts were favored by 5.5 and nearly every expert on Espn predicted that they would win. The Saints recovered an onside that to start the second half and that completely... Read more »
Bull Run
January 29, 2010 • Charlie Morrissey, News Manager
Filed under National Sports, Sports
After drafting Derrick Rose first overall in the 2008 draft, there was no question whether or not he would be able to get to the basket in the NBA and finish. There were concerns though, that he would not be able to develop a jump shot in the NBA. Recently, those concerned fans have been silenced as... Read more »
Blackhawks on top
January 12, 2010 • Dave Skowronski
Filed under National Sports, Sports
Yesterday to add to the Hawks success this year, they beat Tim Thomas and the Boston Bruins 5-2. All five of the goals scored during the game were made by four different players. They were scored by Pat Kane, Andrew Ladd, Duncan Keith (2), and Tomas Kopecky. The Hawks have been winning in style lately... Read more »
Ravens rock Foxboro
January 12, 2010 • Dave Skowronski, staff reporter
Filed under National Sports, Sports
On Saturday, January 9, the Baltimore Ravens stepped on the field with a purpose. They shut down the Patriots and Tom Brady. They weren’t ready for the Ravens 46 defense. Brady was 23 for 42 with, 154 yards and 2 touchdowns. But the most shocking events of the game were the three interceptions made... Read more »
NFL Playoffs Predictions: Chargers Prevail
January 8, 2010 • Jason Flam, Opinion Manager
Filed under National Sports, Sports
The NFL playoffs are upon us, and they are about to prove to us once again why they are the most exciting postseason in professional sports. Wildcard weekend is up first and we’re here to give the predictions. So without further ado, let’s get to the picks: Wildcard Round Game: New York Jets at Cincinnati... Read more »
NFL playoffs prediction: Colts win again
January 8, 2010 • Charlie Morrissey, News Manager
Filed under National Sports, Sports
The start of 2010 means New Year’s resolutions and a fresh start for everybody. For us sports fans it means the NFL playoffs and the road to the Super Bowl. It also is time for each fan to give predictions for the Playoffs. Here is my insight. Wildcard Round Game: New York Jets at Cincinnati Bengals:... Read more »
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