Aside from Group G (the “group of death”), Group A may prove to be the toughest all-around group from top to bottom. France is favored to win the group but will have their hands full with the host country South Africa and two battle-tested squads in Mexico and Uruguay. In this article, we make our World Cup Odds, World Cup Futures Odds, and make our World Cup Soccer … [Read more...] about 2010 World Cup Preview: Group A
Archives for May 2010
Stanley Cup Finals: The Story Lines
The Stanley Cup Finals are only a day away, media day is over and we are getting antsy! We've already stated why the Blackhawks will win or lose, as well as the Flyers. We've already shared who the top 16 players to keep an eye on in the series are and yet we still can't stop talking about the Cup. What on Earth can we do? Another draft of sorts? Absolutely. By Peter … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup Finals: The Story Lines
Justin Morneau Legitimate Triple Crown Contender
The Minnesota Twins are off to their best start in five years. On this date in the season, they haven’t been more than one game above .500 since 2005. … [Read more...] about Justin Morneau Legitimate Triple Crown Contender
Stanley Cup Finals: Impact Player Draft
As much as we try to spread the word about the glorious sport of hockey, we know that more often than not our words fall on deaf ears. We preach about the game, the athletes, the history and the fans but rarely do we or does the game get an increase in followers. Well, now is the perfect time to jump in. by Peter Christian and Bryan Vickroy … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup Finals: Impact Player Draft
An Exclusive with Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman Part2
During the 2008 offseason, I had an exclusive in the office of current Chicago Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman, who was Asst. GM, Hockey Operations at the time. Stan was born in Montreal where his father Scotty Bowman, the all-time winningest head coach in NHL history, was coaching at the time. Here are some of the highlights of that conversation; including many statements that have … [Read more...] about An Exclusive with Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman Part2
Chicago Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman (Exclusive Interview)
During the 2008 offseason, I had an exclusive in the office of current Chicago Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman, who was Asst. GM, Hockey Operations at the time. Stan was born in Montreal where his father Scotty Bowman, the all-time winningest head coach in NHL history, was coaching at the time. Here are some of the highlights of that conversation; including many statements that have … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman (Exclusive Interview)
What Should the Grizzlies Do with Rudy Gay?
I still find it baffling that the Memphis Grizzlies acquired Zach Randolph and used the second pick in the 2009 NBA Draft on a player who spent some time in the D-League, yet still improved by sixteen games nearly finishing at the five-hundred mark. If you can explain to me how that happened, I'd also like to know your take on who killed JFK and what really happened during the … [Read more...] about What Should the Grizzlies Do with Rudy Gay?
Two Sides of the Coin: Philadelphia Flyers Edition
The Flyers have the underdog luck and momentum on their side. As a 7 seed that waited until the final seconds of the regular season to secure their playoff fate, they've been riding the lightning ever since. Their route to the Stanley Cup Finals was an unconventional one as they knocked off the Eastern Conference's #2 seed, #6 seed and #8 seed. Now they play a Chicago … [Read more...] about Two Sides of the Coin: Philadelphia Flyers Edition