Nicklas Backstrom's OT goal for Capitals evens series with Islanders UNIONDALE, N.Y. — Facing a 3-1 series deficit, the Capitals received contributions from their two biggest stars and beat the New York Islanders 2-1 in overtime. Nicklas Backstrom scored for the third straight game as Washington evened the series 2-2 with Game 5 Thursday night in D.C. Star number one was captain Alex … [Read more...]
The Daily Dose: Playoff Daily Dose Kickoff
The Daily Dose: Playoff Daily Dose Kickoff Wednesday, April 22, 2015 Good morning. Later today, players from America will join other players from around the world and they will be launching the largest aerial battle in the history of the NBA. “NBA.” That acronym should have new meaning for all of us today. We can’t be consumed by our lack of regular season basketball to play our fantasy … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Mrazek blanks Bolts; Hawks, Caps win in OT
NHL Three Stars: Mrazek blanks Bolts; Hawks, Caps win in OT No. 1 Star: Petr Mrazek, Detroit Red Wings The Detroit goalie bounced back from getting pulled in Game 2 with a 22-save shutout over the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 3. He made a Pavel Datsyuk first-period goal stand up until Riley Sheahan made it 2-0 in the third. Detroit won the game, 3-0, and leads the series 2-1. No. 2 Star: … [Read more...]
Pekke Rinne loses puck in gear, causing hilarious delay in OT (Video)
Pekke Rinne loses puck in gear, causing hilarious delay in OT (Video) In overtime of Game 4 between the Chicago Blackhawks and Nashville Predators on Tuesday night, Hawks defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson shot the puck around the boards and goalie Pekka Rinne cut it off behind his goal cage. Innocent enough, right? Well, the next moment was one of sheer panic for all the players on the ice: … [Read more...]
Go figure: Ike Davis was the Athletics best pitcher Tuesday night
Go figure: Ike Davis was the Athletics best pitcher Tuesday night Baseball blowouts can be tough to watch. Unless you're a diehard fan of the winning team, it's highly unlikely you're going to tune in to a game where one team has virtually no chance of coming back. All of that changes the instant a position player takes the mound. That was the case Tuesday during Oakland's 14-1 loss against … [Read more...]
Carlos Rodon turns in shaky major-league debut as White Sox lose 6-2
Carlos Rodon turns in shaky major-league debut as White Sox lose 6-2 Take a look around MLB with Big League Stew's daily wrap up. We'll hit on all of the biggest moments from the day that you may have missed, while providing highlights, photos and interesting stats. Chicago is the place to be this season if you're looking for promising rookie debuts. The Cubs already made headlines by … [Read more...]
Blackhawks win triple-OT classic, take 3-1 lead over Nashville
Blackhawks win triple-OT classic, take 3-1 lead over Nashville It was the 100th shot on goal of the night. It was the last shot on goal of triple overtime. It was the shot the Chicago Blackhawks needed, and the Nashville Predators dreaded to witness. Blackhawks defenseman Brent Seabrook blasted a shot from the blue line, beating Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne through a Bryan … [Read more...]
Kevin Harvick honored at the White House
Kevin Harvick honored at the White House Kevin Harvick's pilgrimage to the White House happened Tuesday. The 2014 Sprint Cup Series champion was honored by President Barack Obama for his title. "It’s great to have Kevin’s crew chief, Rodney Childers, who is here," Obama said. "We’ve also got Greg Zipadelli –- almost messed it up there; it’s like Obama, too many vowels. And the team from … [Read more...]
Power Rankings: Jimmie Johnson to the top spot
Power Rankings: Jimmie Johnson to the top spot Our Power Rankings are far from a scientific formula. In fact, it's the perfect blend of analytics and bias against your favorite driver. And you think we dislike your favorite driver, so it makes sense, right? Direct all your complaints to us at [email protected]. 1. Jimmie Johnson (LW: 2): What a recovery for the No. 48 team. After … [Read more...]
2015 NFL schedule: Sunday, Monday nighters all about Chip Kelly, Colts, OBJ
2015 NFL schedule: Sunday, Monday nighters all about Chip Kelly, Colts, OBJ The Sunday night and Monday night NFL schedule is where your eyes typically start, right? When the NFL releases the season schedule in full, as it did Tuesday night, you're naturally drawn to the night games — especially those on non-Thursdays. We expect great evening theater in our pro football. But some of those … [Read more...]