I got the chance to sit down with WSCR The Score and 120 Sports ‘Morning Run’ host Laurence Holmes prior to the launch of the new morning show from 120 Sports. This is part two of two in which Laurence and I delve into his career, going national, and how Chicago is more than just home to him. You can read part one here. Jeff Hicks: What’s been keeping you around Chicago? … [Read more...] about A sit-down with Laurence Holmes (Part Two)
A sit-down with Laurence Holmes (Part One)
I got the chance to sit down with WSCR 670 AM The Score and 120 Sports 'Morning Run' host Laurence Holmes prior to the launch of the new morning show from 120 Sports. This is part one of two in which Laurence and I delve into his career, going national, and how Chicago is more than just home to him. Jeff Hicks: What interested you in talking about and now joining 120 … [Read more...] about A sit-down with Laurence Holmes (Part One)
Chicago Blackhawks add Richards, re-sign Regin
The Chicago Blackhawks may have a second-line center. The NHL’s first day of free agency included Chicago’s addition of center Brad Ricahrds, who was bought outby the New York Rangers. His one-year, $2-million deal is exactly what Chicago needed to address a glaring need while keeping their salary cap total close to the $69-million limit. Richards may not have been the best … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks add Richards, re-sign Regin
Chicago Blackhawks 2014 NHL Draft Preview
The Chicago Blackhawks will be adding to the farm system this weekend when the 2014 NHL Draft takes place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This year’s crop of prospects is low on immediate impact, making it a draft worth taking chances. Chicago drafts 27th overall in the first round, and will have eight total picks. That could change with the usual influx of trades before/during … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks 2014 NHL Draft Preview
Chicago Blackhawks: 10 Years, 10 Draft Picks
The Chicago Blackhawks are days away from hopefully adding to their already deep farm system. The 2014 NHL Entry Draft does not appear to offer a lot of high-end, “can’t-miss” talent, but offers teams that are not drafting towards the top like Chicago the opportunity to continue fortifying their depth. … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks: 10 Years, 10 Draft Picks
2014 NHL Draft Preview
Now that the Stanley Cup Final is over, time to turn our attention towards the 2014 NHL Draft. It's now less than two weeks away! I'm pretty sure we were the first ever "Mom and Pop" sports news website to have a mock draft for the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB. Pretty sure we're the only independently owned, non-corporate behemoth sports news site with a mock for all four. I'm also … [Read more...] about 2014 NHL Draft Preview
Looking ahead to the Blackhawks off-season, NHL Draft choice
A lot of decisions to be made this summer for the Chicago Blackhawks. The offseason will lead to more storylines regarding Chicago’s only sports team with some sustainable success. The Chicago Blackhawks are in the Golden Age of Chicago hockey. Fans should enjoy this, because the Hawks will be competitive next year. Remeber Teuvo Teravainen? Yeah, it's Teuvo time, my frents. … [Read more...] about Looking ahead to the Blackhawks off-season, NHL Draft choice
Can the New York Rangers come all the way back to win it all?
The LA Kings return to California with a chance to clinch the Stanley Cup Final in front of their home fans with a Game 5 win over the New York Rangers on Friday night at 8 p.m. ET on NBC. The New York Rangers forced a Game 5 with a 2-1 victory at Madison Square Garden, due in large part to goaltender Henrik Lundqvist. … [Read more...] about Can the New York Rangers come all the way back to win it all?
Los Angeles Kings crown jewel of fancy stats
The Los Angeles Kings are good, lucky (maybe), and fancy stats royalty. No matter the situation, they find a way to come out on top. It’s amazing to watch and frustrating to comprehend. For two consecutive seasons, the Los Angeles Kings have led the NHL in close-score Fenwick, which measures a team’s share of all unblocked shots put on either net during a game in relation to … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Kings crown jewel of fancy stats
Chicago Blackhawks eliminated in part by themselves
The heart-pounding is over, but the pain is just settling in for Chicago Blackhawks fans. The Los Angeles Kings saved themselves the trouble of fighting from behind in a third consecutive series by taking a commanding 3-1 series lead and took care of business during the 11th hour. There is enough to think about in the immediate aftermath of Chicago’s elimination just short of … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks eliminated in part by themselves