It’s that time of year again!!! The air is getting colder, and the sweaters are coming out. The hockey sweaters that is. From now until Opening Day of the NHL 2010 season, look out for new division previews, new in depth team outlooks, and big predictions and prognostications of the glorious season to come. Today, we take a look at the Central Division, the Chicago … [Read more...] about NHL Season Preview: Central Division
NHL Season Preview: Northwest Division
It’s that time of year again!!! The air is getting colder, and the sweaters are coming out. The hockey sweaters that is. From now until Opening Day of the NHL 2010 season, look out for new division previews, new in depth team outlooks, and big predictions and prognostications of the glorious season to come. Today, we take a look at the Northwest Division, and what to expect … [Read more...] about NHL Season Preview: Northwest Division
Illini QB Nathan Scheelhaase needs to start making Plays with his Arm
Entering last Saturday, one of the keys to an Illinois upset over #2 Ohio State was for the Illini to attack the Buckeyes defense through the air. Sure, it's the weakest part of this Illini team, but the Buckeyes are so stout against the run that making plays in the passing game was critical. The Illini hung with 'em for all but the last couple minutes, but ultimately failed … [Read more...] about Illini QB Nathan Scheelhaase needs to start making Plays with his Arm
Quick reactions to the Milwaukee Bucks-Chicago Bulls preseason game
The biggest stories surrounding the Chicago Bulls this week are 1.) Joakim Noah's contract extension and 2.) Carlos Boozer's serious injury. I would like to get your take on the latter because the Milwaukee Bucks are a franchise that leaned on a very injury prone player for so long in Michael Redd. Obviously, that's not the case anymore, as the Bucks' are a team with a more … [Read more...] about Quick reactions to the Milwaukee Bucks-Chicago Bulls preseason game
Sports Media & Youtube: The Sports Bank Greatest Video Hits Collection
Back when I purchased my FlipShare Camcorder, I knew it would be the greatest toy ever. 62 videos later, and numerous vids I've shot, produced and uploaded to YouTube have gone well over 1,000 views. And here, I present you with the greatest hits collection. Starting with the most blogged about individual in TSB history- Chicago native, Ohio State legend, national college … [Read more...] about Sports Media & Youtube: The Sports Bank Greatest Video Hits Collection
Northwestern’s John Shurna named to Wooden Award Watch List
Despite the departure of star forward Kevin Coble, things are looking up for the Northwestern hoops program. When was the last time a Wildcat player was named to the Wooden Award watch list? Evan Eschmeyer during one of his 12 years of college eligibility? Jim Stack in the 1960s? Well you can add junior forward John Shurna to the list. By Paul M. Banks … [Read more...] about Northwestern’s John Shurna named to Wooden Award Watch List
Five on five: Queries on Bucks, Bulls, and NBA Central Division Supremacy
LeBron James' departure from the Cleveland Cavaliers was an addition by subtraction for the Eastern Conference Central Division. With James getting jiggy with it in Miami, the Milwaukee Bucks and Chicago Bulls are expected to jockey for the Central Division title all season long. Both the Milwaukee Bucks and Chicago Bulls experienced some significant makeovers in the … [Read more...] about Five on five: Queries on Bucks, Bulls, and NBA Central Division Supremacy
Minnesota Twins-New York Yankees Series Preview
The history in the Minnesota Twins-New York Yankees matchup may not be long, but it is storied. … [Read more...] about Minnesota Twins-New York Yankees Series Preview
AL Cy Young Watch: Final Edition
Previous rankings: C.C. Sabathia, SP NY YANKEES Clay Buchholz, SP, BOSTON RED SOX C.J. Wilson, SP, TEXAS RANGERS Felix Hernandez, SP, SEATTLE MARINERS Trevor Cahill, SP, OAKLAND ATHLETICS … [Read more...] about AL Cy Young Watch: Final Edition
Minnesota Twins Limp Into the Postseason: Literally
The Minnesota Twins open up postseason play vs. the New York Yankees Wednesday evening at Target Field. Francisco Liriano will take the mound at 7:37 p.m. Central. This is wonderful news considering all of the injuries that have plagued the ball club this season. The absences of Justin Morneau and Joe Nathan for large portions of the schedule have been detrimental to the team’s … [Read more...] about Minnesota Twins Limp Into the Postseason: Literally