SportsFilter: The Tuesday Huddle

Eight of the 16 teams in the first round of the NHL playoffs have hit the score-6-goals prop. Goaltenders are going to need to play Tetris after some of these games.

posted by rcade at 01:21 PM on April 29

SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle

Remember when Deion said he would intervene if the wrong team picked his son Shedeur?

Shilo saw how that went and he did his own intervention.

When you fire your dad and take up with the agent that got fired by Terrell Owens, that is a high score on the drastic meter.

Shilo and Travis Hunter end up on warm weather teams, like Deion said he wanted.

Shedeur, who was the main subject of Deion's management focus, ends up looking at Lake Erie up close.

posted by beaverboard at 05:32 PM on April 28

What in the Shedeur Sanders Is Going On Here?

I fully expected the Sanders watch party being streamed worldwide to erupt in a cheer of "U-F-A!, U-F-A!".

posted by beaverboard at 01:44 PM on April 27

SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle

Seven picks came off the NFL draft board while Mel Kiper indulged in his pants wetting over Shedeur Sanders finally being drafted in the fifth round.

posted by beaverboard at 10:20 AM on April 27

SportsFilter: The Saturday Huddle

Jor-El and Lara alert: Titans draft Kalel.

posted by beaverboard at 04:38 PM on April 26

What in the Shedeur Sanders Is Going On Here?

There are a lot of reasons.

One is the limited coaching spectrum. It's tough to go from just your dad right to a NFL staff. Especially a staff that is seen as on the hot seat (Daboll et al.).

I think some teams just don't want him in their locker room. Or they think he'll crumble in their locker room (Steelers have some guys in their room that set the tone).

Some teams saw how the LaVar Ball factor played out in the NBA and said to themselves: That's the junior varsity. Deion Sanders is the varsity. Who needs it?

I think only a few pro teams would consider hiring Deion as a HC at this point. He needs a bigger body of non-insular work at Colorado or elsewhere in D1. He already said he doesn't want to coach pros because of the money factor. He feels that grown men with millions won't buy into his way of handling things. But he's already handling millionaires at the college level.

Deion was so sure of himself about all this and thought he could dictate trajectory because in his mind the value was so high. Said he didn't want his men to go to cold weather teams. He and his guys are lost in a fog of their own image and branding bedazzlement.

He got his wish with Travis. I still think the Jags overpaid, but it'll be fun to watch.

Stephen Smith and Rich Eisen may join Mel Kiper in a clinical wing if this continues deep into Day 3.

posted by beaverboard at 02:07 PM on April 26

SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle

I'm starting a Go Fund Me to buy a big gold chain for Shedeur Sanders on behalf of a grateful nation in the event that he goes undrafted and Mel Kiper has a massive coronary.

posted by beaverboard at 01:03 AM on April 26

SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle

Am I wrong in seeing Pittsburgh attempting to rebuild the Steel Curtain with their pick?

posted by NoMich at 10:33 PM on April 24

SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle

Looking at the teams left in the draft after Denver and Pittsburgh, I don't see any other QB, let alone Shadeur Sanders, being picked in the 1st.

posted by NoMich at 10:19 PM on April 24

SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle

The Jags having many needs...I don't know, seems like they overpaid a bit to move up to #2.

Unless they plan to win the division and their 2026 first rounder won't be as juicy as this year's pick.

posted by beaverboard at 09:22 PM on April 24

SportsFilter: The Saturday Huddle

I love the idea of discussing those under-the-radar sports stories! Recently, I stumbled upon a fascinating game called block breaker, which really got me thinking about strategy and teamwork in sports. It's interesting how different activities can reflect the same principles we see in our favorite games.

posted by bevisandrew at 11:54 PM on April 23

SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle

I'm voting for Pierbattista Pizzaballa. So, rcade, it's time to get on that URL

posted by NoMich at 12:55 PM on April 21

SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle

I love how sports can bring out unexpected stories and moments that often go unnoticed. Just the other day, while reflecting on some lesser-known plays, I stumbled upon an interesting experience that reminded me of taking an iq test free. It's fascinating how analyzing these plays can sharpen our thinking, much like those tests do. Let's keep the conversation going and share some hidden gems from the sports world!

posted by kieranathelstan at 07:07 AM on April 21

Enter the SportsFilter NHL Playoff Pickem

My picks:

Jets in 6
Avalanche in 6
Hurricanes in 6
Maple Leafs in 7
Golden Knights in 6
Capitals in 7
Kings in 6
Lightning in 7
Top goals: L. Dreiseitl (EDM)
Top goalie (save %): C. Hellebuyck (WIN)
Team scoring 6 goals: Avalanche
Team shutout: Lightning

posted by NoMich at 04:09 PM on April 19

Enter the SportsFilter NHL Playoff Pickem

It's going to be interesting to see how Landeskog keeps up for the Avalanche. No games in 3 years because of injury is almost unheard of I think. Yes Stars have their hands full.

Oilers haven't clicked all year so this may be the Kings' year. St Louis will be tough for the Jets.

I don't see any complete lopsided odds this year. Even the Habs have a chance.

posted by rumple at 01:55 PM on April 19

Enter the SportsFilter NBA Playoff Pickem

Revised picks:

Knicks in 5

posted by rcade at 08:59 AM on April 19

Enter the SportsFilter NHL Playoff Pickem

My picks:

Jets in 6
Avalanche in 7
Hurricanes in 6
Maple Leafs in 5
Wild in 7
Capitals in 6
Kings in 7
Lightning in 7
Top goals: Ovechkin
Top goalie (save %): Hellebuyck
Team scoring 6 goals: Capitals
Team shutout: Jets

posted by rumple at 01:44 AM on April 19

Enter the SportsFilter NBA Playoff Pickem

Revised picks:

Thunder in 5

posted by rcade at 12:05 AM on April 19

Enter the SportsFilter NBA Playoff Pickem

My picks:

Bucks in 6
Nuggets in 5
Knicks in 5
Lakers in 5
Thunder in 6
Celtics in 5
Cavaliers in 4
Warriors in 6
Top point scorer: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Top rebounder: Nikola Jokic
Most points per game: Thunder
Least opponent points per game: Thunder

posted by werty at 10:28 PM on April 18

Enter the SportsFilter NHL Playoff Pickem

Revised picks:

Top goals: Leon Draisaitl
Top goalie (save %): Connor Hellebuyck

posted by rcade at 09:51 PM on April 18

NBA Pickem Champion: rcade

Well done, rcade, a nice slightly belated birthday gift for you.

posted by Howard_T at 09:33 PM on April 18

Enter the SportsFilter NBA Playoff Pickem

My picks:

Bucks in 7
Clippers in 6
Knicks in 6
Lakers in 6
Thunder in 4
Celtics in 5
Cavaliers in 4
Rockets in 7
Top point scorer: Luka Doncic
Top rebounder: Jarrett Allen
Most points per game: Cavaliers
Team giving up fewest points: Thunder

I am adopting the Pacers and the Thunder for these playoffs. Fire Nico.

posted by rcade at 05:36 PM on April 18

NBA Pickem Champion: rcade

Final Standings

posted by rcade at 08:24 PM on April 17

Vladdy Jr gets tossed under the bus

Great breakdown. Jomboy is really consistently on it.

posted by werty at 12:05 AM on April 17

George Foreman, heavyweight boxer who became lovable champion, dies at 76

His playing style is extremely word hurdle admirable.

posted by Chris79 at 12:36 PM on April 16

SportsFilter: The Tuesday Huddle

Great read, thanks for posting.

posted by beaverboard at 11:26 AM on April 16

Rory McIlroy wins Masters in playoff to earn career Grand Slam

I like seeing a player win that way because Augusta starts its playoffs right at the same hole that you may have just messed up on, so if you win the way Rory did, you are deserving.

I like that Justin Rose guy, what a class individual, I wish he was 10 years younger so we could see more of him in his prime.

Every year that goes by, more and more people learn more about how Augusta operates and become more disenchanted. I'm just tired of all the pettiness and control freakism.

And CBS - the bird calls you piped in when they were getting ready to tee off at 18 at the start of the playoff were way over the top. Ridiculous Gilligan's Island shit. I'm going to Ace Hardware to decompress with the parakeets.

posted by beaverboard at 11:57 AM on April 14

SportsFilter: The Saturday Huddle

Last Sunday, April 6, rcade asked if "Luke Kornet is always this funny?". There's a definite answer to be found, but first it needs a bit of explanation.

After each Celtics game, on the NBC Sports Boston post-game broadcast, the "Tommy Award" winner is announced. This award is named after the late Tommy Heinsohn, a hall of fame coach and player, and a long time broadcast analyst for the Celtics. During games, Heinsohn would give out "Tommy Points" to players who made exceptional hustle plays. This eventually grew into the Tommy Award, given to the player who showed the outstanding hustle performance, over and above the norm, during the game. It has now become an informal annual award, and Luke Kornet wants it. Go to YouTube and search for "Luke Kornet Tommy Award ad". Kornet's whimsical nature is revealed.

There are a number of Luke Kornet clips on YouTube that reveal his carefree attitude. He's naturally funny.

posted by Howard_T at 06:12 PM on April 12

SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle

Or he sold his controlling stake in SpoFi to Patrick Dumont.

I heard rcade and his friends made $2Billion, $2Billion ++ in the sale!!

posted by tommybiden at 08:08 PM on April 11

NBA Pickem Week 22: All the Marbles

Revised picks:

Knicks by 11 (slam dunk)
Lakers by 8 (slam dunk)

posted by Ufez Jones at 05:05 PM on April 11

NBA Pickem Week 22: All the Marbles

Revised picks:

Grizzlies by 9

Too late for Cavs vs Pacers Would have taken Indy by 6.

posted by Howard_T at 07:32 PM on April 10

NBA Pickem Week 22: All the Marbles

Revised picks:

Kings by 6

posted by Ufez Jones at 06:59 PM on April 09

NBA Pickem Week 22: All the Marbles

Revised picks:

Lakers by 11
Kings by 6

Tough call on Lakers vs Mavericks. Doncic returns (he was ejected last night with 2 techs), and Davis faces his old team. Going with Lakers because they have a little more than Dallas.

Nuggets have gotten rid of their coach and GM. Evidently Mr. Kroenke has made spiritual contact with Red Auerbach, and considers himself the reigning expert on basketball. I like the Kings' chances.

posted by Howard_T at 03:57 PM on April 09

SportsFilter: The Wednesday Huddle

(added link to the text)

posted by NoMich at 08:20 AM on April 09

NBA Pickem Week 22: All the Marbles

Revised picks:

Knicks by 3

Feels like Boston is going to rest a bunch of players tonight.

posted by rcade at 05:40 PM on April 08

The Denver Nuggets have fired head coach Michael Malone with three games left in the regular season

American Pokemon 2025: Gotta Ditch 'Em All.

posted by beaverboard at 04:53 PM on April 08