The ‘Bank of England team’ had gone close to success in 1954/55. A thrilling run to the semi-finals of the FA Cup before a one-nil defeat to Man City at Villa Park had been accompanied by a good stab at the league title. From late September till mid-March, we had not been out of the […]
From Roker Report | 4 months ago | 1 read
Following our promotion from the Championship and subsequent comprehensive summer recruitment drive coming to a conclusion, a lot of the commentary from our own fan base was about what would become of the class of 2024-25 – the squad that had done all the hard work to get us into the Premier League. Without a […]
From Roker Report | 4 months ago | 1 read
Whisper it quietly, but people are starting to notice us. After weeks of going under the radar, bookies classing us as underdogs and pundits underestimating us, the win over Wolves has made a lot of people sit up and take notice. I know many of us would’ve preferred to continue to sit under the radar […]
From Roker Report | 4 months ago | 2 reads
Dro Fernandez made his Champions League debut on Tuesday night and picked up an assist as Barcelona cruised past Olympiacos at Montjuic. The 17-year-old – known as Dro – spoke to the media after the game and was asked for the story behind his nickname. “People think there’s some special meaning behind it, but it’s […]
From Barca Blaugranes | 4 months ago | 2 reads
After getting trounced by the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, plenty of fans and analysts were wondering if the Miami Dolphins would be benching Tua Tagovailoa after another horrible performance. Mike McDaniel silenced those rumors stating that Tua would be starting against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday and the backup would be determined during the week. […]
From The Phinsider | 4 months ago | 2 reads
Despite a frantic finish, the Lakers fell to the Warriors on Tuesday, 119-109. After trailing by 16 in the fourth quarter, the Lakers trimmed the lead down to six but never got any closer. Luka Dončić dominated throughout, scoring 43 points on 17-27 shooting with 12 rebounds and nine assists. Austin Reaves ended with 26 […]
From Silver Screen and Roll | 4 months ago | 3 reads
No. 69-ranked Valentin Royer will take on No. 23 Denis Shapovalov in the Swiss Indoors Basel Round of 16 on Thursday, October 23. Shapovalov is the favorite (-190) in this match, compared to the underdog Royer, who is +145. Swiss Indoors Basel Info Tournament: The Swiss Indoors Basel Round: Round of 16 Date: Thursday, October 23 Venue: St Jakobshalle Basel Location: Basel, Switzerland Court Surface: Hard Valentin Royer vs. Denis Shapovalov Prediction & Odds Using the mo...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 4 months ago | 1 read
On Thursday, Lorenzo Musetti (No. 8 in the world) faces Tomas Martin Etcheverry (No. 60) in the Round of 16 at the Erste Bank Open. Compared to the underdog Etcheverry (+210), Musetti is the favorite (-275) to advance. Erste Bank Open Info Tournament: The Erste Bank Open Round: Round of 16 Date: Thursday, October 23 Venue: Wiener Stadthalle Location: Vienna, Austria Court Surface: Hard Tomas Martin Etcheverry vs. Lorenzo Musetti Prediction & Odds Using the moneyline for...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 4 months ago | 1 read
In the Round of 16 at the Erste Bank Open on Thursday, Francisco Cerundolo (ranked No. 21) faces Alexander Bublik (No. 16). Bublik is favored over Cerundolo, with -155 odds against the underdog’s +118. Erste Bank Open Info Tournament: The Erste Bank Open Round: Round of 16 Date: Thursday, October 23 Venue: Wiener Stadthalle Location: Vienna, Austria Court Surface: Hard Francisco Cerundolo vs. Alexander Bublik Prediction & Odds Using the moneyline for this match as a pre...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 4 months ago | 1 read
In the Swiss Indoors Basel Round of 16 on Thursday, No. 42-ranked Jaume Munar faces No. 6 Ben Shelton. Compared to the underdog Munar (+175), Shelton is the favorite (-225) to advance. Swiss Indoors Basel Info Tournament: The Swiss Indoors Basel Round: Round of 16 Date: Thursday, October 23 Venue: St Jakobshalle Basel Location: Basel, Switzerland Court Surface: Hard Jaume Munar vs. Ben Shelton Prediction & Odds Using the moneyline for this match as a prediction, here’s ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 4 months ago | 1 read
This is it; the beginning of another season approaches. 82 games lined up like dominoes, one into the other, into the other, toppling in succession in a chain that can only reach one fate. One destination. One result. There is only one finale to this story, and the Utah Jazz will play the catalyst on […]
From SLC Dunk | 4 months ago | 1 read
On Thursday, the Minnesota Vikings (3-3) visit the Los Angeles Chargers (4-3) at 8:15 p.m. ET. Who will be the top players from a daily fantasy perspective when these two teams face off? Let’s take a look. Chargers vs. Vikings Game Info When: Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 8:15 p.m. ET Where: SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California TV info: Amazon Prime Video Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions apply) Live Stream: Watch this game on Prime Video Chargers...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 4 months ago | 2 reads
The middle part of the game was kind of sketchy, but ultimately Duke put the University of Central Florida away, 96-71. The Knights acquitted themselves well but Blue Devils freshman Cameron Boozer was the unquestionable star of the game. Things started off with a nice moment as former Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski, current coach Jon […]
From Duke Basketball Report | 4 months ago | 2 reads
With Week 8 in the books, it is time to look ahead to the next week of college football. While Conference USA has already kicked off the week once again, the spotlight will shift to the Sun Belt and American starting Thursday, with California visiting Lane Stadium on Friday night to kick off power conference […]
From On the Banks | 4 months ago | 1 read
SNY | Phillip Martinez: Luke Weaver was such a valuable reliever for the Yankees for much of his tenure with the team, but an ugly second-half and postseason performance likely spells the end of his time in pinstripes. The struggles began after returning from a hamstring injury in late June and only got worse as […]
From Pinstripe Alley | 4 months ago | 2 reads
Former NHLers Mike Rupp and Cory Schneider share their thoughts.
From In the Pressbox | 4 months ago | 2 reads
It’s Tuesday night here at BCB After Dark: the coolest club for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in and join us for a while. We can check your coat for you. There’s no cover charge. We still have a few tables available. Bring your own beverage. BCB After […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 4 months ago | 2 reads
The Utah Jazz announced a new practice facility today. Like it says in the video, it will be next to the Utah Mammoth practice facility and the SEG corporate offices. In the video, Ryan Smith mentions this will be an opportunity to build something from scratch. It gives them a chance to build something really […]
From SLC Dunk | 4 months ago | 2 reads
The Islanders established a three-game win streak and upended their 0-3 start with a 4-3 win over the winless San Jose Sharks Tuesday in Elmont. Mathew Schaefer continued his now six-game points streak to start his career with his first two-point game, a goal and an assist earning him his first first star nod. In […]
From Lighthouse Hockey | 4 months ago | 2 reads
On October 21st in 2010, the Detroit Red Wings honored the recent passing of 38 year season ticket holder and super-fan Kenneth Rucker, a retired Chrysler forklift driver who suffered a fatal heart attack at the age of 63. Recognized by the Joe Louis Arena faithful simply as the "Orange Hat Guy", Rucker was often featured on the scoreboard screen during Red Wings home games accompanied by R.E.M.
From In the Pressbox | 4 months ago | 2 reads
The Boston Celtics go up against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET in the season opener for both teams. The matchup airs on NBCS-BOS and NBCS-PH. Last season, the Celtics finished 61-21 over the course of the regular season and made the postseason before being eliminated in the Conference Semifinals. The 76ers went 24-58 last season and missed the playoffs. When is Celtics vs. 76ers? This matchup between the Celtics and 76ers is set to start on Wednesd...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 4 months ago | 3 reads
The Toronto Raptors go up against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The game, the first of the 2025-26 season for both teams, starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on FDSSE and SportsNet. The Hawks went 40-42 a season ago and missed the playoffs. The Raptors finished 30-52 during the 2024-25 regular season and missed the playoffs. When is Hawks vs. Raptors? This matchup between the Hawks and Raptors is set to start on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Be ready to see the ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 4 months ago | 2 reads
The Rams lost to Mac Jones less than three weeks ago and fan confidence dropped below 60% for the first time all year, but L.A. has now won their last two games by a combined score of 52-10. Is the next fan confidence poll guaranteed to be a season high point? That’s up to Rams […]
From Turf Show Times | 4 months ago | 3 reads
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 5-2 loss to the New Jersey Devils, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 3-3-1. On where the game got away from the team: In the second period, we put ourselves in a hole, obviously. It’s been a concern this year. We don’t manage the game in […] The post Craig Berube on the recent play of the Matthews line: “It’s obviously not good enough… I don’t feel like they have any sustained pressure in the offensive zone at all” appeared first on M...
From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 1 read
When the Virginia Tech Hokies opened this season, their linebacker rotation appeared set. Caleb Woodson, Jaden Keller and Michael Short seemed to have the position locked up. However, everything changed after the Hokies were shocked by Old Dominion in Week 3. The next day, Virginia Tech fired head coach Brent Pry. When Pry was fired, […]
From Gobbler Country | 4 months ago | 0 reads