What a summer it has already been for Chelsea FC. A few weeks ago, the Blues experienced a triumphant win over Paris Saint-Germain in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final, and this moment included the most awkward trophy lift ever. Turns out it was a replica trophy too. But soon afterward, the Blues went on a well-deserved holiday. They'll return to action this weekend, as German … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Starting Lineup Prediction vs Bayer Leverkusen
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Chelsea Team News vs Bayer Leverkusen: Jamie Gittens, Jorrel Hato, Estevao
Chelsea FC are about to commence their preseason slate. Having played, and more importantly won, the FIFA Club World Cup, they have not staged a preseason friendly yet. That will change this weekend, when Bayer Leverkusen comes to west London. This match could mean Blues debuts for summer signings Jamie Gittens, Jorrel Hato and Estevao. Blues supporters everywhere will be … [Read more...] about Chelsea Team News vs Bayer Leverkusen: Jamie Gittens, Jorrel Hato, Estevao
James, Badiashile and Broja Set to Return for Chelsea this Week
While Chelsea are suffering through a very well-documented injury crisis right now, the situation is expected to ease this week, with the anticipation of three players returning to training. According to a report in football.london, Reece James, Armando Broja and Benoit Badiashile should all return to training after the international break, which concludes after tomorrow … [Read more...] about James, Badiashile and Broja Set to Return for Chelsea this Week
Pochettino Taking Chelsea Job Could Seal N’Golo Kante Extension
Still not officially official yet, but Mauricio Pochettino is set to become the next manager of Chelsea FC. An announcement is expected soon, possibly within the next day or two. When he does take over, a lot of transfer dominoes will naturally fall. That goes without saying actually. N'Golo Kante could be the first one. The extremely injury prone midfielder is out of … [Read more...] about Pochettino Taking Chelsea Job Could Seal N’Golo Kante Extension
NY Islanders: early season dominance fading away
All good things come to an end. It’s a little dramatic but I’m purposely exaggerating what’s been going on with the Islanders since the second period of last Saturday’s home matinee against the St. Louis Blues. By the end of the first period, the Islanders were up 3-0 and it appeared their November dominance was not going to be halted in December. I mean, the Blues are one … [Read more...] about NY Islanders: early season dominance fading away
NHL Central Division Week in Review
As the Columbus Blue Jackets are positioning themselves in 242 days for either top amateur prospects Nail Kabulov or Filip Forsberg in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft, and as I primarily cover the Blue Jackets, I am left with little to write about in a positive manner. Therefore, as part of a continuing series, here is a summary of the NHL Central Division for the first two weeks … [Read more...] about NHL Central Division Week in Review
St. Louis Blues 2011 NHL Draft Picks
2011 St. Louis Blues NHL Draft Picks The 2011 NHL Entry Draft is completed, and all seven rounds are in the books. Before we look ahead to free agency in the National Hockey League, let's take a look at a team by team synopsis of all of this year's draft picks. Find out who they are, what to expect from them, and when you can expect to see them putting … [Read more...] about St. Louis Blues 2011 NHL Draft Picks
St. Louis Blues Need to Realize Money is Power
Let me begin by quoting a great American, Gordon Gekko. “Greed, for lack of a better word, is good”. At some point, the Blues must adhere to these words of wisdom and take the advice of this Wall Street felon. Note to Blues ownership, get greedy and obsess about winning a Stanley Cup. But first, let’s dive into some of the real issues the Bluenote are experiencing. … [Read more...] about St. Louis Blues Need to Realize Money is Power
Why the St. Louis Blues Don’t Need to Make a Major Trade
Everybody who claims to be a hockey expert is expecting and demanding the bewildered Blues management group to make a trade, and make it happen soon. One would think this would be an obvious way to go. With the team missing their three top forwards in T.J. Oshie (broken ankle), David Perron and Andy McDonald (concussions), there is no question the Blues are hurting for … [Read more...] about Why the St. Louis Blues Don’t Need to Make a Major Trade
St. Louis Blues are Missing Shots and Missing them Badly
Are you, my beautiful, loyal, faithful audience growing tired of reading my articles blaming the St. Louis Blues management? If so, then definitely continue reading. I am going to place new blame on what is happening with the injury-riddled Bluenote. Ready? Here you go. It’s their vision. Yes, that’s right. Eyes. You know, those two balls (not those, you morons) … [Read more...] about St. Louis Blues are Missing Shots and Missing them Badly