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Wheeling and Dealing
This was quite the day for the Colorado Avalanche! The Avs had two days off following the big 5-1 win in Anaheim, but there was no reast for us during that time. There was no rest for any of the NHL's 32 squads. It was that time of the year again: Trade Deadline. A lot of moving and shaking always takes place during any league's Trade Deadline, but the NHL seems to have the most lasting effects of deadline deals, as some trades made during that day have turned teams into champions.
By Clyde E. Dawkins28 days ago in Unbalanced
Greeley-Jay Holds on for 4-3 Win Over Cortlandt
Scroll to end for photos On Thursday February 19, 5th seeded Greeley-Jay hosted the Cortlandt Rebels, and skating to a first period scoreless draw, wasn’t necessarily even up, according to Coach Alex Lichorat. “Their goalie played great,” he said. The Rebels got to know the feeling in the second period, though, but Greeley-Jay made much more of being put on the chase.
By Rich Monetti29 days ago in Unbalanced
Lou Holtz. AI-Generated.
Few figures in college football have left as broad and lasting an impact as Lou Holtz. Known for his disciplined coaching style, motivational speeches, and unmistakable voice, Holtz built a career defined not only by wins but by principles. Over decades in the sport, he became more than a sideline strategist; he became a symbol of resilience, faith, and structured leadership.
By Saboor Brohi about a month ago in Unbalanced
NBA players at odds with Atlanta Hawks hosting ‘Magic City Monday’ promotion for upcoming game
The reality of the strip club scene in the Bible Belt is a result of the mixed premises of believers who wish to be intertwined with mysticism’s God and Devil. Most people who believe in the unknown and unknowable still like to dabble in the aspects of this world.
By Skyler Saundersabout a month ago in Unbalanced
Century 29
On Monday night, the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Los Angeles Kings, 4-2, in the first game of a three game road trip. The win increased our total to 40 victories, the first to reach the big 4-0 this season. We would not be done with Southern California quite yet, as we got right back to work the next day against the Anaheim Ducks; a Ducks team that is in a bad Pacific Division, but has a good chance of not only reaching the playoffs for the first time in eight years, they can also end up with home ice in (at least) the first round!
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a month ago in Unbalanced
Somers Hits Wall in 50-39 Defeat to Pleasantville
Scroll down for crowd shots and photos versus Pleasantville On Thursday February 12, Somers traveled to Pleasantville High School and battled back and forth with the Panthers for two and half periods. A 32-30 score resulting, the game changed on one very hot hand.
By Rich Monettiabout a month ago in Unbalanced
This is 40 (Wins)
The Colorado Avalanche ended the month of February on a winning note, defeating the Chicago Blackhawks at home on the final day of the abbreviated month. The calendar turned to the very pivotal month of March, and on the second day of the month, the Avs landed in La La Land to face off against the Kings. The Kings had been struggling this year, they can't seem to find their footing. They've lost 14 games past regulation, which is tied with Vegas for the most, but at least Vegas has won a few more games. The Kings actually fired Jim Hiller as their head coach on Sunday, so this was their first game with DJ Smith at the helm.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a month ago in Unbalanced
The Life and Career of Former Arlington Mayor, Tom Vandergriff
When you think of the State of Texas, what the first thing comes into mind? The Texas Longhorns? Dallas Cowboys? However, there was one man who was determined to bring a baseball team to Arlington. His name was Tom Vandergriff, and everyone should thank him for being persistent and making his dream a reality for the city. Let's learn more about Mr. Vandergriff's life and career.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard about a month ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Fails to Hold First Half Lead in Loss to Lakeland
See photos and video below On Tuesday February 10, John Jay traveled to Lakeland and treated its fans to a very entertaining first half. Good for a 36-26 lead, the plot turned, and the Lakeland basics were too much for the Wolves to get the curtain call they wanted.
By Rich Monettiabout a month ago in Unbalanced
NBA Playoff Push 2026: One Down, 19 to Go
As I mentioned in my first story about the Stanley Cup Playoff race, the month of March is a very eventful one in sports. It's not just the NHL that enters the home stretch, it's also the National Basketball Association as well. Here's the thing: those of you who have read my stories in the near five years that I've been writing on Vocal notice something. I hardly write about the NBA. I mention the NFL, NHL, and MLB a lot, and I write about the CFL, but not the NBA. The reason is this: the NBA's lack of parity let me down for years. The only time I mention the NBA here is when I do game-by-game recaps of the NBA Finals.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a month ago in Unbalanced
Ready for the Stretch
It was a very interesting and fruitful Saturday for this hockey and wrestling fan. On that day, Chicago's United Center hosted the annual Elimination Chamber event, which serves as the final PPV (or PLE) stop before WrestleMania. While that was going on, the Colorado Avalanche hosted the Chicago Blackhawks, with the Avs donning the division rivalry alternates for the second straight game. The Avs were coming off a terrible loss to the Minnesota Wild, so we were looking to take that out on somebody.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a month ago in Unbalanced
Stanley Cup Playoff Push 2026: Charge!!!
It's here, folks! The month of March is here! You know the drill when it comes to the month of March. It's one of the most insane months of the year in sports. Baseball starts at the end of the month, as does the United Football League. College basketball takes over with conference tournaments, followed by the big dance, and in the NHL and NBA, it's the last full month of the regular season. In both leagues, March plays the same role as September in MLB and December in the NFL: it's the beginning of the end.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a month ago in Unbalanced
