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What Went Wrong: A Season Ends, but So Does a Legendary Career
After the Eastern Conference's Final Four was filled up, it was the West's turn to start the possible process of thinning out their numbers. The first of the three West Game Sixes that took place was between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Minnesota Wild, and that was a series that saw a split in the first two games in Vegas. The Wild took Game Three, and looked like they would take Game Four, only for overtime to be forced, and Ivan Barbashev to strike. Thanks to an offside call against Minnesota in Game Five, overtime was needed again, and it was Brett Howden who struck for Vegas.
By Clyde E. Dawkins9 months ago in Unbalanced
What Went Wrong: Little Brother Complex
A wild Thursday saw four Game Sixes played. Four teams looking to advance, while four others looked to stay alive. The first of the four Game Sixes took place in Ottawa, though it really shouldn't have. The Battle of Ontario series, the first since 2004, was done and buried. The Toronto Maple Leafs had won the first three games. It was over. Then the Senators won Game Four in OT. OK. It was in Ottawa, they had to give the home fans something, and they got it. Game Five was back in Toronto. It would be finished off there, right?
By Clyde E. Dawkins9 months ago in Unbalanced
“The Last Audition”
Ethan Grant had always believed he was meant for the stage. From his first high school play to his college acting courses, people told him he had “the look,” “the voice,” and “the presence.” Encouraged by every compliment, he left his small hometown in Ohio for New York City with a suitcase, $2,000 in savings, and a heart full of hope.
By MD BILLAL HOSSAIN9 months ago in Unbalanced
A Look Back: The Triple H/Batista Rivalry (Part II: Backlash)
When we last left this rivalry, Batista had done it. He had reached the top and captured the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 21's main event against Triple H, who had been Batista's longtime mentor in Evolution. It was a long road for Batista, which saw him win the Royal Rumble and left with a tough decision; one that became much easier once it was uncovered that Triple H tried his damnedest to send in the direction of SmackDown's WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield.
By Clyde E. Dawkins9 months ago in Unbalanced
What Went Wrong: How Badly Did the Avalanche Break This Team?!
Well, Tampa Bay Lightning, I'm about to say some words that are long overdue: Consider your Stanley Cup window shut. I'll say this. The Bolts did surprise a few people with their late season surge. After all, the team was coming off a very embarrassing first round loss to their in-state rivals, the Florida Panthers. They also lost Steven Stamkos to the Nashville Predators during the offseason, and they were actually on the verge of possibly missing the playoffs by January. But a funny thing happened. They won games. And kept winning. The Bolts actually made it to 2nd place and had a good chance of winning the Atlantic. They didn't, but still, 2nd place means home ice.
By Clyde E. Dawkins9 months ago in Unbalanced
What Went Wrong: Les Habitants Ousted in Five
On the eleventh day of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, we finally saw an elimination, and it was the New Jersey Devils who were eliminated on Tuesday by the Carolina Hurricanes. One elimination down, 14 more to go. So who would be #2? Maybe I should just give it away and say "deux." Game Five saw the Montréal Canadiens back in DC looking to extend their series against the Washington Capitals. When this series matchup was made, my mind shifted back to 2010. We all remember that year. Caps were the Presidents' Trophy winners, and the Habs were pretty much "also rans." Yet Montréal took out Washington in seven games and went on a wild and long run.
By Clyde E. Dawkins9 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Wins Big Over Eastchester
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons or my venmo is @Rich-Monetti A great beginning to the 2025 season already, the John Jay offense did start pretty slow on Monday, April 7 at Contest Field. Two sputtering drives, the girls had the luxury thanks to the defense. “Playing aggressive, putting pressure on the quarterback, forcing errors, that’s what we’ve been doing,” said Head Coach Jimmy Clark. And after Eastchester was the latest to find out, the John Jay offense caught up to the defense for good on possession three.
By Rich Monetti9 months ago in Unbalanced
Stating the Obvious: The NBA Playoffs Severely Lack Parity
Yesterday marked four years that I've been writing on Vocal. I've written over 1600 stories, and I've written a lot of sports stories. Those who really know my writing notice that while I write about the NFL, NHL, MLB, and even the CFL, I don't really mention the NBA a lot. If you take away the NBA Finals game recaps I write, I almost never write about the NBA. There's a reason: the NBA isn't as exciting as it was when I was a kid, and that has a lot to do with the fact that there is next to no parity in the Association.
By Clyde E. Dawkins9 months ago in Unbalanced
Perfect Your Shooting Form with Expert Online Basketball Coaching
I remember clearly my first time on a basketball court, brimming with both enthusiasm and anxiety and Holding the ball, I prepared to shoot, quickly realizing the importance of mastering my shooting form. Online basketball coaching played a key role in my skill improvement, elevating my game. This blog will both guide and help you on how to refine your shooting form with expert online coaching, leading to enhanced performance.
By Hooper Fiko9 months ago in Unbalanced
Pakistan and India hint at imminent military action over Kashmir. A look at the nuclear rivals
**Pakistan and India Hint at Imminent Military Action Over Kashmir: A Look at the Nuclear Rivals** In the heart of South Asia lies a region that has ignited wars, fueled nationalistic fervor, and driven two nuclear-armed nations to the brink of catastrophe. Kashmir, often referred to as “Heaven on Earth,” continues to be the flashpoint between India and Pakistan. Recent developments, inflammatory rhetoric, and cross-border skirmishes have once again raised alarms over potential military escalation between these long-time adversaries.
By Praloy Rakshit9 months ago in Unbalanced
Jamal Murray’s 43-Point
On a chilly April night in Denver, Jamal Murray reminded the NBA why he’s one of the most electrifying playoff performers of his generation. The Denver Nuggets’ point guard erupted for 43 points in Game 5 against the Los Angeles Clippers, leading his team to a commanding 131-115 win and a 3-2 series advantage. With the victory, the Nuggets are now one win away from advancing to the Western Conference semifinals, where the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder await .
By AB C9 months ago in Unbalanced
What Went Wrong: Devils are 1st Team Out, but Made it Interesting
You know, what I'm about to say can be saved for another story, but as I watched the manic playoff action from both the NHL and NBA, it hit me. Both leagues' playoffs started on the same day, and this was Day 11. The NBA already had four eliminations, but at the time, the NHL, no eliminations yet. This was still true when the Ottawa Senators won Game Five to stay alive yet again. The New Jersey Devils were looking to do the same. They were down 3-1 in the series, but they put up three goals in the first period of Game Five against the Carolina Hurricanes.
By Clyde E. Dawkins9 months ago in Unbalanced
