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The Best Hockey Sticks for Defensemen
No two hockey players are the same; and indeed, no two positions or skills require the same strengths. Were this the case, all hockey players would use the same stick. Rather, finding the best stick for the player is a matter of personal preference and skill. Some major aspects of their equipment the best NHL defensemen of all time probably considered are stick handling, kick point, and an open or closed face heel curve, among others. With these kinds of considerations in mind, the best hockey sticks for defensemen has a range of prices and particularities that each player should consider before skating out onto the ice.
By Nicola P. Young7 years ago in Unbalanced
Week 12 Picks Against the Spread
The streak is over. After going over .500 for about a month with my picks, last week was the first sub .500 week in a while. I would like to thank the Atlanta Falcons for screwing me once again. I went against my own rule of never backing the Falcons and it came back to bite me, because of course it did.
By Aaron Tobin-Hess7 years ago in Unbalanced
Andrew Luck for Comeback Player of the Year?. Top Story - November 2018.
Many experts and fans didn't know coming into the 2018 season how Colts QB Andrew Luck would fare this season. After missing the entire 2017 season due to shoulder surgery in his throwing shoulder, there were a lot of murmurs wondering if he will be the same QB again. Luck reassured fans and experts that he will come back better than he was, and his actions are reflecting that statement. Luck has once again threw the Colts into playoff contention, and it's safe to say that he should win the comeback player of the year award.
By William Ricks7 years ago in Unbalanced
Prediction: Adrien Broner Will Beat Pacquiao and Shock the World
Understandably, people have jumped off the Adrien Broner bandwagon. The antics and trouble with the law have been headlining news articles more than his accomplishments in boxing. As a follower of the sport, I’m well aware of this. So you may be asking how someone sees the American fighter coming out of this fight victorious. Well here’s how I see it. For one Pacquiao lately has been a part-time boxer. He’s more politician than fighter. At the end of the day, he’s still human. Balancing two important jobs like this has to take its toll. Sure he’s been winning, but you can only go to the well so many times till it starts to run dry.
By Jeffrey Fontanos7 years ago in Unbalanced
NHL Tough: The Inspiring Story of Brian Boyle
On Monday, November 5, 2018, an NHL player scored a hat-trick for the New Jersey Devils in their game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Devils would later go on to beat the Penguins by a score of 5-1. Now, of course, every hat trick is special simply because they help a team beat another team. But this hat trick was notably special. Besides the valuable distinction of scoring three goals in one game, it was completed by one Brian Boyle, and it was the first hat trick of his 11-year career and came after 705 career games. However, even with all of that, there is still more to the story of this hat trick by Brian Boyle. What else is there, you ask?
By Vaden Chandler7 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Basketball Shoes for Shooting
I don't want to scare you, but ankle sprains are an extremely common injury among point guards. Every athlete runs the risk of rolling an ankle, but jumping, juking, and sprinting over a hard surface is part of the job description when you're a point guard.
By James Porterson7 years ago in Unbalanced
The Best Basketball Shorts for Athletes
Take a look at what you're wearing right now. I'd wager there's a 50 percent chance you've got on basketball shorts, whether or not you're actually a basketball player. Basketball shorts have become a staple item of clothing, not just for basketball players and other athletes, but for average Joes as well. Today, there are probably thousands of different varieties of basketball shorts produced and sold, by just about any clothing brand you can think of. The right pair can help you perform your best on the court, but a great pair can also follow you on any of your daily adventures. With just a little bit of research, you can find the best basketball shorts for your needs.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick7 years ago in Unbalanced
Game #10: Winnipeg Jets vs Toronto Maple Leafs
With a huge signing in the off-season of Jonathan Tavares to the Toronto Maple Leafs, some people in the hockey world are touting the team as early cup contenders. However, just as many, after seeing how well the Winnipeg Jets did during their playoff run this past season, are also predicting the Jets to be strong favourites. The October 24 game between these two team, which have turned out to be Canada's two strongest contenders to lift the silverware up in the spring of 2019 was the first of two regular season games between the pair of hockey powerhouses before they potentially meet again in the post season.
By Marjorie Roden7 years ago in Unbalanced
NFL Week 11 Picks Against the Spread
Week 11 NFL. Can't believe we are already here; the season is flying by. And you know what? Time needs to slow down and chill the fuck out for a bit. Seriously time, how about you relax? It seems like a two weeks ago it was still somewhat warm outside in New York. Now it is fucking freezing, and I am not handling this well. I shouldn't have to wear a winter coat in mid-November—brutal. I need to get somewhere warm and get myself a tan ASAP.
By Aaron Tobin-Hess7 years ago in Unbalanced
