TheSportsJury

Miracle on Ice 32-Year Anniversary

JimBiringer — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:51:54 +0000

“Do You Believe in Miracles? Yes.” The words were spoken by legendary sports commentator Al Michaels 32 years ago in Lake Placid. The United States hockey team defeated the Soviet Union 4-3 in medal round to advance to the gold medal game against Finland. This moment in sports history is the greatest [...]

Phoenix Coyotes: Deal with Greg Jamison Ownership Group Nearly Finished

JimBiringer — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:03:24 +0000

This time last year the ownership situation for the Phoenix Coyotes was in total disarray. There were multiple ownerships groups in play, but the watchdog group known as the Goldwater Institute would not approve any sale. The Goldwater Institute wants the new owner to pay for the team and the added renovations [...]

Hockey Day in America a Hit with Fans

JimBiringer — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 19:13:05 +0000

When people think of hockey, they immediately think of Canada. However, that should not be the case. Hockey in the United States is growing. This past weekend USA Hockey celebrated Hockey Weekend across America, culminating with Hockey Day in America on Sunday February 19, 2012. Just like Hockey Day in Canada the [...]

Knicks Tickets Selling Fast: Experience Jeremy Lin

Luke Newman — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:30:11 +0000

Jeremy Lin keeps defying the odds, leading the New York Knicks to victory after impressive victory, and fans all over the country are caught up in the phenomenon known as Linsanity. That’s led to a massive increase in tickets sales, and not just for games at Madison Square Garden in NYC — [...]

Pacers to Face Bobcats and Hornets: Tickets Still Available

Rex Cowan — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 20:58:43 +0000

The streak is over. The Indiana Pacers snapped their five-game losing streak on Thursday night, beating the New Jersey Nets 93 – 86 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse (the Nets now own an eight-game losing streak). The game was tied 50-50 at the half, and Pacers fans in attendance were [...]

Detroit Red Wings Win Streak Reaches 21

JimBiringer — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:53:17 +0000

Detroit is known as Hockeytown, USA and for good reason. The Red Wings have a history of winning. But now Detroit is known for one more achievement in setting a new record. The Detroit Red Wings won their 21st consecutive game at home Tuesday night as they beat the Dallas Stars 3-1. [...]

NHL Playoff Preview: An Early Look

JimBiringer — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:21:38 +0000

The National Hockey League standings are updated after every game. Fans like to look at the standings every minute of every day to see how their favorite team is doing. They will boast about how Detroit is better than Chicago or New York is better than Philadelphia. As [...]

2013 Winter Classic Set for The Big House at Michigan University

JimBiringer — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:00:48 +0000

Even before the puck dropped on the 2012 NHL Winter Classic between the New York Rangers and Philadelphia Flyers, rumors were flying around that the 2013 Winter Classic would be played at the Big House on the campus of Michigan University. That rumor has taken a major step towards [...]

2012 NHL Playoff Races Heating Up

JimBiringer — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:23:03 +0000

The National Hockey League season is starting to wind down, and the playoff races are starting to heat up in both conferences. The top teams in both the Western and Eastern Conferences are relatively close. The race will be for the finals spots in both conferences. Right now in the Eastern conference [...]

New York Giants Crowned Super Bowl XLVI Champions

JimBiringer — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:09:29 +0000

For the second time in five years, the New York Giants defeat the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl. Giants won Super Bowl XLVI by a score 21-17 over the Patriots. Once again, Eli Manning led the Giants on a game winning touchdown drive. It all started when Manning hit Mario [...]