Tag Archives: nhl

10.06.14
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The NHL is back!

By Ken Reischmann

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Could it be because the MLB playoffs are just starting to heat up? Or that the NFL is finally getting back into full swing and putting the off field issues in the rear view mirror? Or is it because the NBA just had media day and it’s exciting to see LeBron back in Cleveland? While those things may get a rise out of you, nothing is more exciting about early October than the drop of the puck for some NHL action.

photo by USA Today

photo by USA Today

Last season the NHL continued it’s resurgence, solidifying it’s place amongst it’s advisories as a “Big 4” sport. Attendance is on the rise almost unanimously across the board. Television ratings continue their steady climb back to consistency and competitiveness as NBC Sports grows with the league. And maybe most importantly, it was another record setting year in terms of revenue for the league itself.

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04.16.14
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NYSM Sports Blast on the NHL playoffs, Red Sox-Yankees, NBA playoffs and UConn

Kevin and Pete discuss West Conference Playoffs and 2014 Stanley Cup Finals Prediciton

Kevin and Pete discuss NHL Eastern Conference 1st round 2014 playoffs

The guys come back from the first set to discuss the songs, and the crazy weather. Coming up, Gripps Greatest PIcks (Part Deux) featuring “Bullet with Butterfly Wings” by Smashing Pumpkins, and “18 and Life” by Skid Row

“A-B Conversation” with Carlo and Benzino
NBA playoffs preview

The controversy with instant replay so far Redsox manager getting ejected for arguing calls, MLB news

“Faz Fest” – NHL Playoffs Begin

“The Law Firm” focuses on the upcoming NHL postseason with our predictions to win each round as well as the Stanley Cup

Joe D and John F break down the NCAA men’s basketball championship game. What’s next for Kentucky and UCONN? Who has a shot at the title next season?