Butler vs. VCU Preview HOUSTON, TX (AP) – That Butler and VCU proudly wear the same small-conference, lovable underdog label is readily apparent.
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Brewers vs. Reds Preview CINCINNATI, OH (AP) – The defending NL Central champion Cincinnati Reds picked up from where they left off last year with a dramatic comeback victory in their season opener.
Tigers vs. Yankees Preview NEW YORK, NY (AP) – One of the major question marks for the New York Yankees and Detroit Tigers involves their rotations after their aces. Next in line for both clubs are former teammates looking to prove themselves.
Mavericks vs. Warriors Preview OAKLAND, CA (AP) – The Dallas Mavericks didn’t show enough fight when it mattered most in their last game, leading to a loss against a team they’re chasing in the Western Conference.
Ducks vs. Sharks Preview SAN JOSE, CA (AP) – The surging San Jose Sharks clinched their seventh consecutive postseason berth their last time out. After an impressive month, its looking as if the Anaheim Ducks will be joining them in the playoffs.
Red Wings vs. Predators Preview NASHVILLE, TN (AP) – The Detroit Red Wings were embarrassed by their play the last time they took the ice. Getting goaltender Jimmy Howard back could help them put that ugly performance behind them.
Penn State hit by injury bug STATE COLLEGE, PA (AP) – With so many players hurt, having to choose between four healthy options at quarterback might be the least of coach Joe Paterno’s concerns at Penn State.
Friday MLB Opening Odds (The Spread) – In the eyes of many prognosticators, the Boston Red Sox are the favorites to win the American League this season and Friday afternoon they will see the field for the first time with the start of a three-game series with the 2010 AL champion Texas Rangers.
Friday NBA Opening Odds (The Spread) – A total of 13 games are on Friday’s packed NBA schedule and it culminates at 10:30PM EST when the Los Angeles Lakers battle the host Utah Jazz on ESPN.
College Basketball Opening Odds (The Spread) – It all comes to a head Friday night in the best-of-three series between the Creighton Bluejays and the Oregon Ducks in the CBI Tournament final.