Tigers vs. Athletics Preview OAKLAND, CA (AP) – The Oakland Athletics are starting to score runs more consistently, and that could provide an even bigger boost for Gio Gonzalez, who hasn’t needed much offensive help from his teammates.
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Rockies vs. Mets Preview NEW YORK, NY (AP) – Thanks in part to Troy Tulowitzki’s hitting at Citi Field and the team’s success in close games, the Colorado Rockies have notched the best start in franchise history.
Kings vs. Sharks Preview SAN JOSE, CA (AP) – Antti Niemi was a major reason the San Jose Sharks failed to make it past the Western Conference final a year ago with his spectacular play in goal for Chicago.
Sabres vs. Flyers Preview PHILADELPHIA, PA (AP) – The only Stanley Cup photos at the Flyers practice rink were from the 1970s. The locker room walls in their home arena were spotless. The mood was a bit reserved.
Canadiens vs. Bruins Preview BOSTON, MA (AP) – Tim Thomas came out of playoff hibernation and played better than any goalie this season. Now, he’ll try to be just as sharp in the postseason for the Boston Bruins.
Goodell ‘looking forward’ to mediation MINNEAPOLIS, MN (AP) – Different state. Different mediator. Same disagreements.
Spring shows off changes in Big Ten COLUMBUS, OH (AP) – It may take a while for everyone to get used to the Big Ten’s new divisional setup in football – even the winningest coach in the history of the game.
Calipari pushes duo to test NBA waters LEXINGTON, KY (AP) – Kentucky coach John Calipari thinks freshmen stars Brandon Knight and Terrence Jones should throw their names into the NBA draft. Calipari just isn’t sure Knight and Jones should keep them there.
Monday NBA Opening Odds (The Spread) – The New Orleans Hornets could finish as anywhere from the sixth seed to the eighth in the Western Conference playoff race as they get set to host the Utah Jazz Monday night.
Monday MLB Opening Odds (The Spread) – There is no other pitcher the Seattle Mariners would want on the mound to help break their seven-game losing streak than reigning Cy Young Award winner Felix Hernandez. Will he be able to Monday night versus the Toronto Blue Jays?