The Atlanta Hawks were a perfect 6-0 heading into last night's game with the Celtics. They fought the Celtics every step of the way last night, were red-hot (13-22) from three-point land, and when Marvin Williams hit his fourth three of the night to give the Hawks back a one point lead with seven seconds … Continue reading Unbeaten Hawks Shot Down by Pierce
Border War Simply “High School” Move by Jets
While there are plenty of articles in the papers this morning talking about the renewed "border war" between the Patriots and the Jets with New York's signing of former Patriot (and Jet) Ty Law this week, I come down on the side of my colleague Scott Benson, who wrote yesterday on Patriots Daily: What a … Continue reading Border War Simply “High School” Move by Jets
Thank you, veterans everywhere
One week ago today, we elected a new president. Most were happy with the pick, but many weren't. As for me, I pulled the plug on my inflatable lawn elephant, took off its red scarf, and tucked both away on a garage shelf for another four years. It's alright. We live in a democracy and … Continue reading Thank you, veterans everywhere
Another Win, Another Injury For Patriots
The Patriots racked up another win yesterday afternoon, 20-10 over Division Rival Buffalo, but also might've suffered yet another season ending injury, as linebacker Adalius Thomas reportedly has a broken arm and will probably be lost for the season. Chris Warner on Patriots Daily says that the last drive yesterday looked "old school" Patriots - and … Continue reading Another Win, Another Injury For Patriots
Bruins Rake Up Leafs
The Bruins are scoring goals, and having fun doing it. Last night at the Garden, rookie Blake Wheeler scored his first career hat trick in the Bruins 5-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Kevin Paul Dupont has the scoring getting a little easier in the Hub of Hockey. Rich Thompson has Tim Thomas just as important … Continue reading Bruins Rake Up Leafs
Celtics Silence Thunder
The Celtics improved to 4-1 on the season with a 96-83 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Frank Dell'Apa says that there will not be much easier opposition this season than the Thunder. Kevin Garnett only played 29 minutes last night - by design. Mark Murphy has the Celtic bench doing a lot of the heavy … Continue reading Celtics Silence Thunder
Email Of The Day
From Bill: Did Shaughnessy officially turn into Joe Fitzgerald today? Where was "Cakes are cooking for Leigh Montville (62) and Bob Sales (78)." Check out the last 4 lines of his column. Only seven pitchers in baseball history have won more games than Greg Maddux (355). Staggering. Congratulations to former NESN Sox reporter Tina Cervasio, … Continue reading Email Of The Day
Election Day Quicklinks
It's an election Tuesday here in New England and across the country. Since there's a lot you're likely paying attention to elsewhere, here's a few quicklinks to get you on your way. On Patriots Daily, Scott Benson pins Sunday night's loss on Bill Belichick. It's report card Tuesday for the Patriots, Michael Felger has some strong grades, … Continue reading Election Day Quicklinks
Gaffney Drop, Thomas Penalty, Vinatieri Kick Do In Pats
The Patriots played very well last night, but were done in by a couple of mental errors as well as a visit to the rejuvenation machine by old friend Adam Vinatieri. Jabar Gaffney dropped an easy touchdown pass on a drive which eventually ended on a field goal, and with the Patriots in range of … Continue reading Gaffney Drop, Thomas Penalty, Vinatieri Kick Do In Pats
Bruins Cooled Off By Flames
Coming off back-to-back 1-0 wins on their road trip, the Bruins fell last night in Calgary 3-2 to the Flames. Kevin Paul Dupont has the Bruins falling short in the final game of the road trip. Stephen Harris has the Bruins unable to erase a bad first two periods. Dupont's notebook has Bruins center Stephane Yelle … Continue reading Bruins Cooled Off By Flames
