The NBA always makes sure its in-season tournament, the NBA Cup, has a special feel to it. On the dates of NBA Cup games, no non-NBA Cup games are happening, and even the courts are changed. On Friday, the league revealed each NBA Cup floor, including the one the Lakers will play on. This year’s […]
The dark cloud over what has been a surprisingly decent start to the Philadelphia Flyers season has been Matvei Michkov’s performance. But after spending a night in Ottawa, there might be some signs of life.
Coming into Thursday night’s game, there were serious questions about whether or not Michkov would get his season going before people start to panic. Maybe, there are some that are already panicking, but after some reassurance that his molasses-slow start to his season is because he s...
We’re one game in and some of you might already be regretting your vote. Don’t worry — that’s why they play 82. Not saying for a playoff run! But at least for our fun, moot preseason predicitions. Q1: Over/under 19.5? Q2: How many precisely?
Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid show clear identity changes per the data. Spanish outlet, Diario AS, provided insight using Wyscout data compiled by BeSoccer, which showed Madrid’s counter-pressing and control have replaced the need for ground coverage or more running. The team’s recoveries have risen sharply: total recoveries are up from 69.3 to 76.1 per game, […]
Howdy and welcome back to Fun With Numbers. It’s the end of October, the Aggies, the numbers and The Pulse are all fun to look at right now… and none of us know what to do about it. Let’s talk about it. How’d We Do Last Week? Well, the offense certainly exceeded expectations, didn’t they? […]
The Tennessee Titans have signed wide receiver Mason Kinsey to the 53-man roster. This will come to the chagrin of many fans who are just dying to see Xavier Restrepo out there. It shouldn’t come as a surprise, however, after Kinsey was elevated from the practice squad for last week’s game against the New England […]
There are a lot of storylines in the Ivy League this season. From Princeton star Caden Pierce deciding to redshirt this season, to two new coaches shaking up the DNA of the conference, to the graduation of an extremely decorated senior class, the intrigue is off the charts. With only four teams qualifying for Ivy […]
CUE MARK MASON VOICE: “Blazer fans, ARE YOU READY?!?” Are you ready to tune out the news, tune in to the hardwood, focus on what’s between the lines and tip it up for another showdown between the Portland Trail Blazers the Golden State Warriors? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ It’s hard not to be cynical about the integrity of […]
Game notes Setting the scene Before 2023, the Rice Owls and UConn Huskies never met each other on the gridiron. Now the current and the former American Conference members battle in non-conference action for the third-straight October. Both matchups went in the Huskies’ favor as Jim Mora Jr. and Co. generated back-to-back 7-point wins over […]
ESPN’s Bill Barnwell ranked the best and worst offseasons from each team in the NFL and placed them into tiers. Teams like the Indianapolis Colts were lauded for hitting on Daniel Jones and Cam Bynum in free agency, hiring Lou Anarumo, and drafting Tyler Warren for the best offseason. The next tier was “Way ahead […]
Hello CSR! Welcome to Brian Answers, part two of your weekly Panthers fan mailbag for everyone! These are the answers to all YOUR questions, whether they be Panthers related, football related, or even off topic! Let’s dive right in this week’s mailbag! Bruce Guild: Why can’t we win the division. I linked your whole comment […]
Hey TOC Nation! We are at that time of year when we have multiple sports seasons going on at once. So rather than have separate individual “How To Watch” articles for each game, we will combine it into one massive “Week Ahead” column. I started this last season and people seemed to like it. So […]
The last analysis I did to preview the Buffalo Bills’ Week 6 game against the Atlanta Falcons leaned heavily on the idea of that team’s volatility. It turns out the Bills got a very good version of the Falcons and came away with a loss. I could write a similar article this week about the […]
The Colorado Buffaloes posted their pregame injury report late on Thursday night ahead of their trip to Salt Lake City to battle the Utah Utes, and fans now have a lot to be excited about. The Buffs, who have been arguably the most injured team in the Big 12, look to be finally getting some […]
Madrid overflows with history, architecture, culture, sport, and romance. Spain’s most abundant city offers exhilarating adventures for every sense. Masterpieces housed inside the Museo del Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza appeal to the visual. They include works by such legends as El Greco, Goya, and Picasso. Sound is best captured during the iconic outdoor festivals […]
BVB are due for a four-game stretch of back-to-back away games starting from Tuesday evening, but first they must face sixth-place FC Köln at the Westfalenstadion in the late Saturday game. After dropping points against RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich, Dortmund returned to winning ways on Tuesday against FC København in the Champions League. Now […]
With the NFL trade deadline fast approaching, fans’ eyes are turning toward potential upgrades the Green Bay Packers could make to bolster their team for a (hopefully) deep run. One of the obvious areas of weakness this year is the cornerback position. Nate Hobbs’ play at outside corner through seven games leaves a lot to […]
(#8)Ole Miss at (#13)Oklahoma Noon, ABC Two one-loss teams fighting for survival in a crowded SEC field. Both teams are coming off disappointing losses – who is ready to bounce back? John Mateer hasn’t quite been himself since returning from injury, and a win against Ole Miss could set up the Sooners for an exciting […]
Given the history of the NC State football program, Dave Doeren should be commended for his efforts in stabilizing the program. While he didn’t bring home conference titles like Earle Edwards, Lou Holtz, or Bo Rein, and failed to reach the double-digit win threshold of Chuck Amato, Doeren has supplied stability to the program that […]
Real Madrid legend Luis Figo talked about El Clásico in an event with Betfair where he also shared his thoughts on how these games tend to unfold. “I think Real Madrid will win 3-1. They play at home and that always makes a difference. Besides, it would be a nice scoreline, with goals and entertainment,” […]
The Winnipeg Jets ( 5-2-0 ) will face their first back-to-back game situation of the NHL’s 2025-26 campaign, but they likely should have plenty of energy left over since the True Northers only managed to exert a high level of effort in 1 period last night against the Seattle Kraken. Although the final scoreboard read 3-0 for the opposition, it was really only one goal that was the difference….and I happened to miss it while making a late supper mid-game. So it wasn’t that the Jets played horri...
2025 stats: 128 G, 535 PA, .231/.340/.430, .198 ISO, 13 BB%, 25 K%, 118 wRC+, 3.7 fWAR Here it is. The moment that the Giants’ 2025 season tripped over itself and started its long tumble to kaput. Note Matt Chapman’s right hand. See the squish of digits, wrist bent awkwardly over palm, all crushed by […]
Alright folks, time for Yours Truly’s first-ever set of mailbag answers! Big thanks to everyone who posted in the comments thread of our post earlier this week, as this segment wouldn’t be possible without you. Fudd, Elmer J asks: 1) What is the likelihood that PSUs next head coach will be named before the season […]
As there are a few current Miami Hurricanes that have been featured atop the 2026 NFL mock drafts (as well as 2027, and 2028 with possible WR1 Malachi Toney), a number of ProCanes continue to shine at the next level. The Canes have routinely produced some of the top NFL talent where that is no different […]
It feels like the Buffalo Bills haven’t played a game in ages, thanks to the team’s Ween 7 bye. That’s what happens when a team loses two games in a row against opponents they should have been able to push aside. Almost nothing’s come easy for the Bills through six games this season, but there’s […]