By Paul M. Banks The 2009-10 Chicago Blackhawks have been very good at playing hockey so far. They've also done a great job generating colorful headlines off the ice. Hawks players have spent the past year engaging in various behaviors that have made for AWESOME copy; from a sports blog perspective. Tomorrow, they'll commence their Western Conference Finals series against … [Read more...] about Scandalous, Hilarious and Outrageous Chicago Blackhawks Stories
Finally, Your Pitcher is Older Than Ours
By: Melissa S. Wollering As the Milwaukee Brewers get that nervous butterflies-in-the-stomach feeling with the defending National League champions coming to town, there’s one thing the team can take comfort in. Your pitcher is older than ours. Now, Philadelphia Phillies’ Jamie Moyer is no slouch! But he was born in 1962 and that makes the Milwaukee Brewers' pitching … [Read more...] about Finally, Your Pitcher is Older Than Ours
Michael Wilbon to do Northwestern’s Graduation Speech
Michael Wilbon, sports columnist for the Washington Post and co-host of the popular ESPN show, “Pardon the Interruption,” will speak at Northwestern University’s 152nd Commencement on June 18 at Ryan Field. Wilbon will replace CNN correspondent Christiane Amanpour, who originally was scheduled to speak but will be out of the country on assignment at that time. Wilbon, a … [Read more...] about Michael Wilbon to do Northwestern’s Graduation Speech
Kendall Gill to sing Wrigley Field 7th inning stretch
By Paul M. Banks It's the time of year again- Illini Day at Wrigley, which typically draws more than 1,000 Illini fans to the Friendly Confines. The even often sells out within a nanosecond of tickets being released. This year, the event has a special guest. … [Read more...] about Kendall Gill to sing Wrigley Field 7th inning stretch
Familiarity breeds contempt in Hawks-Sharks Series
By Paul M. Banks In two days, the Chicago Blackhawks will start their battle with the San Jose Sharks for Western Conference supremacy. And when the gauntlet is thrown down, there will be lots of commonalities and bonds between the two warring factions. Here are a few ties that bind: … [Read more...] about Familiarity breeds contempt in Hawks-Sharks Series
NHL Western Conference Finals: by the numbers
By Paul M. Banks In two days, the Chicago Blackhawks will start their battle with the San Jose Sharks for Western Conference supremacy. And when the gauntlet is thrown down, there will be lots of trends and numbers to monitor. Here's a look at how these guys got here, and what streaks to keep your eye on during the series: … [Read more...] about NHL Western Conference Finals: by the numbers
Sport of Wiffleball getting overdue Cinematic Attention
By Paul M. Banks There's been so many great sports movie over the years, but no one directed the great American wiffleball film. Until now, or at least in short film format. "Wiffleball '79" co-directed by Perry Jenkins and Travis Kurtz is about 5 minutes long and was shot in 16mm. I have to admit it is the greatest short film about wiffleball that I've watched online in my … [Read more...] about Sport of Wiffleball getting overdue Cinematic Attention
Luke Ridnour flourished in Milwaukee Bucks system, should be resigned
By Jake McCormick Two things were always guaranteed when 2009-10 Milwaukee Bucks backup point guard Luke Ridnour checked into a game: He was going to be a Red Bull for the offense, and would drain at least two jumpers 15-20 feet from the basket in the process. … [Read more...] about Luke Ridnour flourished in Milwaukee Bucks system, should be resigned
Utah Jazz Steady Going Nowhere
By Paul M. Banks You’ve heard the term “NBA hell” before? It describes a franchise just good enough to make the playoffs every year, but never get past the first round. Teams like this are also not bad enough to qualify for the lottery, and possibly win the chance to land a franchise player. This is where the Utah Jazz reside; sort of. They’re a 53 win team with a … [Read more...] about Utah Jazz Steady Going Nowhere
1st site to have all 4 Major sport Mock Drafts
By Paul M. Banks In 18 days the month of June will begin. Three of the four major sport drafts are held during this month. Yes, I know the NHL is only considered a "major sport" in the upper Midwest and the northeast. Still we have THE BEST NFL and NBA Mock Drafts you'll find on an independently run, non-mainstream media sports website. I've got my top MLB guy working on … [Read more...] about 1st site to have all 4 Major sport Mock Drafts