May 2009
30 posts
Magic make the Cavs disappear
The Orlando Magic are headed to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1995, handling the Cleveland Cavaliers, 103-90, and winning the series, 4-2. The Magic were led by Dwight Howard, who turned in a monster performance with 40 points, 14 boards, and an impressive 12-16 at the line.
When you think of the Magic, the names of Howard, Lewis, and Turkoglu, often come to mind. But, make no...
Dice-K is wild in loss, 4-2
Joe Nathan notched his second save (8) in as many nights, and Kevin Slowey pitched six innings (5 K’s), as the Minnesota Twins beat the Boston Red Sox, 4-2. Slowey is now 7-1 on the season. Denard Span also led the Twins cause with a 4 for 4 day at the plate, to go along with a stolen bag.
The story of the night came from Red Sox starter Daisuke Matsuzaka (5 IP, 9 H, 3 R, 3...
3-run shot by Morneau lifts Twins over Red Sox,...
Joe Nathan picked up his 7th save of the year, as the Minnesota Twins defeated the Boston Red Sox, 5-2. Justin Morneau broke open a 2-1 lead when he took Jon Lester deep in the fifth inning for a three-run shot (14), and the Twins never looked back.
Lester was pitching well prior to the fifth inning, but, like most of his outings this season, it has come down to that one inning where he seems...
Red Sox hold on to beat Twins, 6-5
The Boston Red Sox were able to survive a late rally, and beat the Minnesota Twins, 6-5. The Red Sox held a 6-3 advantage going into the bottom of the ninth. Jonathan Papelbon was one out away from picking up the save in clean fashion, but, for the second time in as many appearances, Cinco-Ocho would give up a two-run homer. This time it was Joe Mauer who found the sweet-spot against the...
Red Sox blast Mets to avoid sweep, 12-5
The bats came alive for the Boston Red Sox yesterday, as they erupted for 12 runs, and avoided being swept by the New York Mets. The Sox were able to get it going in the fifth inning when they scored 3 runs to take a 6-5 lead. Insurance was provided from that point on.
The Red Sox had many contributors to the winning cause. J.D. Drew went 4 for 5 with an RBI, Mike Lowell and Kevin...
Mets comeback in ninth to beat Red Sox, 3-2
Omir Santos ripped the hearts out of Red Sox Nation, as he took Jonathan Papelbon deep in the ninth inning to give the New York Mets a 3-2 win. Papelbon walked Gary Sheffield to start the ninth, but struck out the next two batters, bringing the Fenway Faithful to their feet… That all changed with one swing of the bat.
Josh Beckett was lights-out for the Sox, throwing 8 innings, striking...
Mets knock off Red Sox, 5-3
The New York Mets took game 1 from the Boston Red Sox, 5-3, as Johan Santana tossed seven solid innings, striking out eight, en route to the victory.
Dice-K made his return to the mound, and pitched effeciently despite the losing effort. Matsuzaka (5 IP, 5 H, 4 ER, 2 BB, 4 K) had a 1-2-3 first, but Gary Sheffield changed that when he led off the second with a home run (3) into the...
Red Sox sweep Blue Jays, 5-1
The Boston Red Sox completed an impressive sweep of the Toronto Blue Jays last night, winning 5-1, and outscoring the Jays 15-5 during this three game-set. The Sox trailed the Jays by 3.5 games entering this series, and now find themselves a half game out of first, with a game up in the loss column.
Jason Bay continued his supremacy with the lumber, hitting a two-run shot (13) in the first...
Red Sox blast 5 home runs in rout of Jays, 8-3
It may have taken 136 at bats, but David Ortiz is officially in the home run column after belting a two-run shot to straight-away center field. The crowd broke into a frenzy, and Big Papi would make his first curtain call of the season. You could feel the weight being lifted off Ortiz’s shoulders with one swing of the bat. It looked like we were in store for his second homer of the...
Red Sox top Blue Jays, 2-1
Tim Wakefield cruised through 8 innings last night, keeping the Blue Jays bats in check, on his way to a one run, three strikout performance. Jonathan Papelbon recorded his eleventh save in as many opportunities, and the Red Sox have taken the first meeting of the season from their Canadian counterparts.
On a night where Jeff Bailey and George Kottaras provided the only offense, Wakefield...
Will David Ortiz turn things around?
The artist formerly known as Big Papi is off to rough start, to say the least. The once 50+ home run machine, and hero of their first World Series title in 86 years, has all of a sudden become an anemic .208 hitter, with 0 home runs in 134 at bats.
His fall from grace is unlike anything I have ever seen before. I realize when a player is past their prime, their production declines. But, in...
Celtics vs. Magic: Game 7 Recap
The Boston Celtics finally ran out of Magic, as they were eliminated from the playoffs, 101-82. It marks the first time in franchise history that the Celtics have lost a series in which they led 3-2 (32-1 all-time). The Orlando Magic will advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 1996, where they will meet the Cleveland Cavaliers.
It just wasn’t meant to be, as...
Bruins vs. Hurricanes: Game 7 Recap
The Boston Bruins season has come to an end, as their historic comeback fell short, losing to the Carolina Hurricanes, 3-2 in overtime. Carolina will advance to the Eastern Conference Finals to take on the Pittsburg Penguins.
This pill was tough to swallow, as the winning goal came from Canes villain Scott Walker. The same guy that Bruins fans wanted to see his skull cave in after he...
Celtics vs. Magic: Game 6 Recap
For the fourth time in the last two seasons, the Boston Celtics will be hosting a game 7, as the Orlando Magic reversed fortunes, and made a comeback of their own, beating the Celts, 83-75. Game 7 will be played Sunday night at 8.
Last night’s game was hardly a thing of beauty, the Magic only shot 36% from the field, but the C’s made up the difference with a staggering 22...
Bruins vs. Hurricanes: Game 6 Recap
There will be a game 7, in the city where champions are made, as the Boston Bruins dumped the Carolina Hurricanes, 4-2. The Bruins started the game strong, and never looked back, taking a 2-0 lead into the first seven minutes.
The Canes scored early in the second period, but the Bruins overcame the pressure and scored two crushing goals before the period ended. Despite relentless Carolina...
Celtics vs. Magic: Game 5 Recap
The Boston Celtics ended the game on a 17-3 run, capping a great comeback, and beating the Orlando Magic, 92-88. The C’s now hold a 3-2 series advantage, as game 6 looms Thursday night in Orlando.
The Common theme for the Magic in this series, and basically the playoffs, has been their disappearing act in the 4th quarter. The Magic blew 4th quarter leads of 14 (8:48), 10 (5:39), and 8...
Bruins vs. Hurricanes: Game 5 Recap
Just when you thought this series was dead… Bang! a 4-0 win later, and a cheap shot from Canes scum bag Scott Walker, and all of a sudden we have ourselves an inferno.
The killer B’s were led by Phil Kessel’s two goals, as Boston returned to form by waxing the Caroliona Hurricanes, 4-0. Milan “the pit bull” Lucic added a goal to go along with his rabid play on the...
Celtics vs. Magic: Game 4 Recap
Sorry for the late recap, I had my last final today and had to study my ass off yesterday since I hadn’t looked at the material yet. Not to mention the internet has been down at my house for the last 24 hours… oops, ripping the modem out of my wall probably didn’t help, but hey, that’s why we have local libraries, and that’s where I am currently blogging.
All I got to say is Big Baby!!!...
Bruins vs. Hurricanes: Game 4 Recap
The Boston Bruins have their backs against the walls, as the Carolina Hurricanes won their third straight in this series, defeating the B’s, 4-1. The Canes can wrap up the series tonight with a win in Boston.
The scoring got started when Eric Staal scored the first of his two goals in the first period on the powerplay. Marc Savard would tie matters at one in the second when he found the...
Celtics/Magic Game 4 Preview
Celtics vs. Magic: Game 3 Recap
Rashard Lewis scored 28 points (3-7 3pt) and Hedo Turkoglu added 24 points (8-12 fg), as the Orlando Magic stomped the Boston Celtics, 117-96. The win gives the Magic a 2-1 advantage in the series.
The Magic looked like a better team with the return of Courtney Lee (11 pts), who played in his first game since suffering a fractured sinus in the Sixers series. They also got sound play...
Celtics vs. Magic: Game 2 Recap
The Boston Celtics thumped the Orlando Magic last night, 112-94, tying the series at 1. The Celtics started the game strong, and appeared focused to not be denied on their homecourt for the second straight game.
The story of the night came from Eddie House, who poured in a game-high 31 points on 11-14 shooting (4-4 3pt). Eddie was unconscious, tormenting Magic defenders as he ran around...
Bruins vs. Hurricanes: Game 3 Recap
Last night, the Carolina Hurricanes outlasted the Boston Bruins in overtime, 3-2. The Canes now hold a 2-1 series advantage heading into Friday nights game 4 showdown. Game 4 will need to be viewed as a must-win for the Bruins, as they can’t afford to go down 3-1.
What has happened to the Bruins since their convincing 4-1 victory in game 1? This question can be answered in two parts:...
Red Sox take 5 against the Yanks
The Red Sox are off to a great start against their arch-rivals, winning the first five meetings of the season. It started with a three-game sweep in Fenway 10 days ago, and continued with a two-game sweep in the Bronx.
By the way, whats up with the “New Yankee Stadium”, are the seats really that expensive? I know the seats located behind home plate cost somewhere in the...
Celtics vs. Magic: Game 1 Recap
For the second straight game 1 in this year’s playoffs, the Boston Celtics have squandered home-court, losing last night to the Orlando Magic, 95-90. This loss shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise, considering the Celtics just finished a seven 3/4 game series with the Bulls, and had to play the Magic in less than 48 hours after their game 7 triumph.
Both teams seemed a little...
Bruins vs. Hurricanes: Game 2 Recap
The Bruins gave up home ice Sunday night, as they lost for the first time in this year’s playoffs to the Carolina Hurricanes, 3-0. The series is now tied at 1 heading down to Raleigh for game 3 Wednesday night.
The Hurricanes established their will from the drop of the puck. It was apparent that the Canes looked a lot different than they did in game 1. They played with a lot more...
Celtics vs. Bulls: Game 7 Recap
One of the best playoff series’ in history has come to an end, as the Boston Celtics defeated the Chicago Bulls, 109-99. The win adavances the Celtics into the next round to face the Orlando Magic.
This series had it all… from four overtime games, to plenty of blood being spilled, to the good friendship that had to be put on hold between Doc Rivers and Vinny Del Negro… I...
Bruins vs. Hurricanes: Game 1 Recap
The Boston Bruins showed no signs of rust as they easily disposed the Carolina Hurricanes, 4-1. The Bruins hadn’t played since last Wednesday. The prevailing thought was Boston may have had too much rest, while Carolina was at full speed from their dramatic seven game series with the New Jersey Devils. So much for that thought.
The B’s were in control from the opening drop of the puck. ...
Celtics vs. Bulls: Game 6 Recap
Wow! Just when you thought this series couldn’t get any better…boom! Game 6 comes along and gives us three overtimes, the physicality of a hockey game, and heart palpatations throughout all of New England.
Last night, the Chicago Bulls flexed their muscles and outlasted the Boston Celtics in triple overtime, 128-127. The Bulls victory ties this series at 3, and sets up a game...
Bruins vs. Hurricanes Tonight
I hope everyone’s jacked up about the Bruins - Hurricanes game tonight (7:30PM @ The Garden). Don’t let the Bruins 4-0 record against the Canes this season fool you, Carolina has been the hottest team in the NHL down the stretch and this should be a great series. Not only do these guys match up pretty well against our boys, but they have the verteran leadership that that is esential...