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Islanders Complete 2023 Stanley Cup Playoff Field
The field of 16 is complete! Only three games took place on this Wednesday, April 12, but the main one was the only one not aired on TNT: the meeting between the Montreal Canadiens and the New York Islanders. The Islanders were looking to nab the 16th and last playoff spot left on the board; it was between them and the Pittsburgh Penguins, who had been playoff bound for 16 straight years. For the Islanders, this was their 82nd and last game of the regular season, and they had an easy scenario: all they needed was one point, just get to overtime. It was a close affair; the Isles led 2-1 after the first 2o minutes. Brock Nelson had a goal in the first, and added one in the second to make it 3-1. It was 3-2 after 40, but Anders Lee's power play goal with 4:00 left in regulation started the countdown, and New York knows a thing about countdowns.
Clyde E. DawkinsPublished about a year ago in UnbalancedJets Land on the West's Final Playoff Spot
I had a lot of faith in the Winnipeg Jets this season, so much so that I picked them to be part of the Central Division's Top 3. They were in that position for a while, but the Jets started to descend into an apparent free fall after the All-Star Break. It really looked like the Jets would actually end up out of the playoffs for the second straight season, which would have been absolutely disappointing given their amazing start. But they managed to get back upright and start flying at the right time, while the main teams below them--the Calgary Flames and the Nashville Predators--fell off.
Clyde E. DawkinsPublished about a year ago in UnbalancedPanthers Claw Their Way to Playoffs as Wild Card
Hockey is a funny thing at times. When the Florida Panthers made that trade for Matthew Tkachuk, I said--on a loop, mind you--that they fleeced the Calgary Flames. I had the Panthers as one of the top teams in the Atlantic Division (and maybe the Eastern Conference overall), while the Flames would either miss the playoffs or barely squeak in. By the midpoint, however, both teams were sputtering big time. However, the Panthers managed to get over the hump just a bit, while Calgary hung on and stayed alive for several weeks.
Clyde E. DawkinsPublished about a year ago in UnbalancedHugh "Hobby" Barndollar Lists the Top Athletes of All Time in Different Sports
Athletics is a field that has brought us some of the most iconic and memorable moments in history. From the grace and skill of gymnastics to the brute strength of weightlifting, athletes from all kinds of sports have been celebrated for their incredible feats of athleticism. These athletes have inspired us with their remarkable achievements and taught us valuable lessons about discipline, perseverance, and the power of the human spirit.
Hugh "Hobby" BarndollarPublished about a year ago in UnbalancedThe Unforgettable Olympics
The 2020 Summer Olympics, which were postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, were held in Tokyo, Japan from July 23 to August 8, 2021. The games were a testament to the resilience and determination of athletes and organizers alike, as they navigated the challenges of hosting an international sporting event during a global pandemic.
Amir H, TajikPublished about a year ago in UnbalancedThe Many Health Benefits of Playing Sports.
Playing sports has long been recognized as a great way to stay physically fit and healthy. But the benefits of playing sports go beyond just physical fitness. In fact, playing sports can have a positive impact on many aspects of your health, including your mental health and overall well-being. In this article, we'll explore some of the key benefits of playing sports and why you should consider adding a sport to your regular exercise routine.
Arham ShahzadPublished about a year ago in UnbalancedKraken Released Into the Stanley Cup Playoffs
One of the many things that fascinates me about the National Hockey League is the timing of their expansion wave. The other three leagues added teams at the same time (usually the 1960s), and while the NHL did double in size in 1967 and did some more adding during the 1970s, the real big expansion wave occurred during the 1990s. I had the chance to see a number of teams added and relocated during my lifetime, and the result is a 32-team NHL, with the Seattle Kraken becoming team #32.
Clyde E. DawkinsPublished about a year ago in Unbalanced49 Interesting Facts About American Football
Interesting facts about American Football 1. Today, American football is played in public schools, colleges and the pro circuit where it is a big money earner. Players play the game on a 360-foot by 160-foot field. End zones are 10 yards long, and the players wear protective equipment that includes helmets, face masks, shoulder and thigh pads and mouth guards.
Sriram NadarajanPublished about a year ago in Unbalanced50 Interesting Facts About Basketball
Basketball was originally played with a different ball. As odd as it sounds, the game was initially played with a typical soccer ball as well as peach baskets. Interestingly, referees had to retrieve the ball every time a basket was made. However, this changed in the year 1900 when string baskets were introduced and backboards were put in place to deter spectators from disrupting a shot.
Sriram NadarajanPublished about a year ago in Unbalanced44 Interesting Facts About Table Tennis
Below are 44 interesting facts about table tennis: 1. Table tennis has a British origin. In as much the table tennis’ origin is still murky, historians link it to Victorian England. During the early ages, Great Britain was much interested in lawn events such as tennis. Later, they brought the sport indoors in the name of table tennis.
Sriram NadarajanPublished about a year ago in UnbalancedReigning, Defending, and Undisputed: Avalanche's Championship Defense Begins
As the late, great, iconic Jackie Gleason once said, "How sweet it is!" The Colorado Avalanche entered the evening of April 4, 2023 with a lot of golden opportunities. Mikko Rantanen was one goal away from 50. Nathan MacKinnon was on the verge of reaching 100 points. But overall, the Avalanche had an opportunity to lock in a playoff spot, and they had three ways to do it. The first, of course, was win and in. Secondly, if the Calgary Flames lost, the Avs would only need one point to get in. A third option had the Avs getting in with a Nashville Predators lost coupled with a Flames regulation loss.
Clyde E. DawkinsPublished about a year ago in UnbalancedImpact of IPL on Football in India
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been the dominant force in the Indian sporting landscape for over a decade now. However, its impact on other sports in the country, particularly football, has been a topic of debate. In this blog, we will examine the impact of IPL on football in India.
Hariharan UPublished about a year ago in Unbalanced