Pittsburgh leaning on energized Crosby early Sidney Crosby missed the first six contests of the season due to a concussion. Now, the two-time Stanley Cup champion’s making the rest of the NHL pay dearly.
Author: Brad Burns
Bryant, visitors poised for epic comeback Corey Kluber dominated the Cubs in last week’s World Series opener. Cleveland merely hopes its ace has enough left in the tank to prevent an unconscionable collapse.
Washington still searching for first victory While the Wizards started the season with back-to-back defeats, will John Wall & Co. be able to turn things around with Toronto in town?
Tarasenko eyes another Big Apple show The Rangers continue to rule the Metropolitan Division without the services of talented forward Chris Kreider. But will his absence be too much to overcome against the Blues?
Festive atmosphere surrounds big matchup Houston’s had a knack for flummoxing the Cavaliers in recent years. But does Mike D’Antoni’s group stand a chance on what could be a legendary night for the Buckeye State?
Host Indians poised to close out Cubs Josh Tomlin did a magnificent job of muzzling the Cubs last week. Starting on short rest for just the second time in his career, though, will the righty be able to personally deliver Cleveland a title?
Randle tries to steer visitors to upset win Indiana had a rough weekend, dropping two straight on the road in Brooklyn and Chicago. But will a trip back to the Hoosier State cure the Pacers’ early-season woes?
Cutler back for clash with NFC’s top dog Rarely have Chicago fans clamored for Jay Cutler under center. Tonight, though, they sincerely hope the embattled quarterback can put a scare into 5-1 Minnesota.
Butler’s group aims to clobber another foe The Bulls fully acknowledge that they ultimately will be judged on their postseason performance. For now, though, coach Fred Holberg is content to just let the good times roll.
Toronto’s DeRozan drawing major attention It’s no shame to lose a tight one to a team of Cleveland’s ilk. One year removed from an Eastern Conference finals appearance, though, Toronto abhors any sort of setback.