Friday NHL Playoffs Opening Odds (The Spread) – Two teams in the San Jose Sharks and the Boston Bruins look to sweep their respective series Friday night in the NHL Playoffs, while the Detroit Red Wings and the Philadelphia Flyers attempt to stay alive.
Author: Nate
Lakers vs. Mavericks Preview DALLAS, TX (AP) – One big man is struggling, the other is spouting off about “trust issues.” Their enforcer got carried away at the end of the last game and is suspended from the next one.
Bulls vs. Hawks Preview ATLANTA, GA (AP) – Larry Drew likes the look of these playoffs.
Twins vs. Red Sox Odds BOSTON, MA (AP) – A two-game sweep of their biggest rival could give the Minnesota Twins the momentum they need to end their recent struggles at Fenway Park.
Reds vs. Cubs Preview CHICAGO, IL (AP) – The Chicago Cubs have lost six games when their starting pitcher works into the sixth inning. Four have come when Matt Garza was on the mound.
Flyers vs. Bruins Preview BOSTON, MA (AP) – No NHL team knows better than the Philadelphia Flyers how hard it is to overcome a 3-0 deficit in a best-of-seven playoff series.
Sharks vs. Red Wings Preview DETROIT, MI (AP) – The storied history of the Detroit Red Wings does not happen to include coming back from a 0-3 deficit in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Jets coach Ryan promotes new book NEW YORK, NY (AP) – New York Jets coach Rex Ryan believes there will be an NFL season, but the lockout is providing some extra time to promote his first book.
Florida, Muschamp finalize contract GAINESVILLE, FL (AP) – Florida coach Will Muschamp has finalized his contract.
Maryland’s Williams retires COLLEGE PARK, MD (AP) – Maryland basketball coach Gary Williams is retiring after a 33-year career, the last 22 at his alma mater.