Sliding Backwards Nashville,Tn – The Vancouver Canucks have been sliding in the standings ever since the injury to their starting goaltender. They hope their latest trade can keep them from falling any further.
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Middle Of Pack Toronto,On – The Buffalo Sabres inconsistent play has them sitting in the middle of the pack in the Eastern Conference. It also has coach Lindy Ruff desperate for answers.
New Corner Man CLEVELAND (AP) -After some debate and a trade, the Cleveland Indians have decided not to shift their infield.
Bad Ending Boston,Ma – A loss to the top team in the Eastern Conference wasn’t the way the struggling Pittsburgh Penguins wanted to close out the calendar year.
Feeling Good Washington,DC – After ending December on an impressive run, the Washington Capitals have good reason to feel optimistic about extending it into the new year.
Feeling Comfortable Detroit,Mi – Perennially one of the NBA’s leading scorers since his 1996-97 rookie season, Allen Iverson initially struggled to adjust to a more balanced offense following a trade to the Detroit Pistons in.
Offensive Struggles Chicago,Il – The high-powered Orlando Magic offense had a tough time getting in rhythm its last time out. It shouldn’t have as much trouble scoring points in the finale of a three-game road trip.
Conference Opener Newark,NJ – At the start of what is believed to be an unprecedented week against the elite of college basketball, Rutgers had problems keeping up offensively.
Ranked Rivals Ann Arbor,Mi – Either Wisconsin or Michigan has been ranked in the Top 25 the last nine times they’ve matched up, a trend that will continue when they open Big Ten play on Wednesday.
Up And Coming Anaheim,Ca – Rookie Steve Mason is emerging as one of the NHL’s top goaltenders, and his recent success has the Columbus Blue Jackets approaching history.