Star defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom retired today after 20 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, ending one of the best blue-liner careers in hockey history. The four-time Stanley Cup champion and seven-time Norris Trophy winner as the league's best defenseman made a very emotional announcement as he said goodbye to the NHL. From the AP: … [Read more...] about Detroit Red Wings star Nicklas Lidstrom retires after 20 seasons
Archives for May 2012
NBA Playoffs: Refs giving Miami ‘stars’ all (well most) of the calls
I don't like to put anything on anyone or anything in particular, especially if that any one or thing has no business in deciding the outcome of a basketball game, but I think now everyone has the right to speculate on what is really going on between the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics. … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Refs giving Miami ‘stars’ all (well most) of the calls
Hawk Harrelson’s EPIC anti-umpire rant today (video)
You know what a ridiculous homer and quirky public speaker Chicago White Sox announcer Hawk Harrelson is (see here). That's not news. And you know how much vitriol he has for the umpires- this isn't a breaking development either. (See this Joe West rant) But today, he truly out-did himself in both categories. What happened today versus the Tampa Bay Rays is one of the most … [Read more...] about Hawk Harrelson’s EPIC anti-umpire rant today (video)
White Sox surge into first place; why they’re here
For the first time since the last day of the 2010 season, when the White Sox finished the year 88-74, the team is six games over .500 at 28-22. The 7-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays yesterday, coupled with the Cleveland Indians loss, brought them into first place. For a team that many MLB publications predicted to lose 90 or more games this year, being in first place with June … [Read more...] about White Sox surge into first place; why they’re here
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Bar Refaeli Nabs Maxim’s No. 1 Slot in Hot 100 List (photos)
Bar Refaeli was voted #1 on Maxim Magazine's Hot 100 list for 2012. The Israeli stunner was destined for modeling and hotness glory as her mother, Tzipi Levine, was a successful model in the 1970s. … [Read more...] about Bar Refaeli Nabs Maxim’s No. 1 Slot in Hot 100 List (photos)
2012 NBA Draft Lottery: Who needs #1 pick most?
If you subscribe to the conspiracy theory of the NBA Draft Lottery; either the Charlotte Bobcats, Brooklyn Nets, or New Orleans Hornets will win the number one overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft. All three franchises sorely need a boost which expected top overall prospect, Anthony Davis of Kentucky will certainly provide to whichever franchise selects him. The ping pong … [Read more...] about 2012 NBA Draft Lottery: Who needs #1 pick most?
NBA Playoffs: Referees, put your whistles in your pocket
This is the second time now that I have had to write about the referees in the playoffs. And again, it's about their lack of judgment during a game. What happened last night was an absolute atrocity. During Game 1 between the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat, Boston was called for three (yes, I said "three") technical fouls in the second quarter. Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen, and head … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Referees, put your whistles in your pocket