Sweater numbers are synonymous with players. Most hockey fans can instantly tell you a great player by the number they wear on their back. There are many different stories about how players became associated with the famous numbers. Many odd and interesting facts surround these numbers as well. As we count down the start of the 2023-24 NHL season, we take a look at the story … [Read more...] about Behind the Sweater Number: No. 67
Archives for August 2023
Washington Capitals Sign Forward To Contract Extension
Tom Wilson has a new contract. The 29 year old winger has finalized a new deal with the Washington Capitals. He will remain in the Nations Capital for the next seven years and has an AAV of $6.8 million. This is a good deal for the player and the team moving forward. WILLY'S HERE TO STAY The Washington Capitals have re-signed forward Tom Wilson to a seven-year, $45.5 million … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Sign Forward To Contract Extension
Friday Bird Droppings: Buck is back in Baltimore
Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports The beloved former Orioles manager is back in town for the first time since his departure from the Birds, but with one of the most underachieving teams in baseball. Good morning, Camden Chatters. The Orioles continued to cruise yesterday, beating the Blue Jays, 6-1, to take three out of four in the series (and six out of seven in Toronto … [Read more...] about Friday Bird Droppings: Buck is back in Baltimore
Orioles minor league recap 8/4: Cade Povich shines, Josh Lester blasts walk-off homer
Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports Cade Povich and Josh Lester both provided memorable performances in a walk-off win for Norfolk Triple-A: Norfolk Tides 3, Charlotte Knights (White Sox) 1 — F/10 Josh Lester stepped up in the bottom of the tenth with the winning run on second base. A base hit would have done the trick, but Lester launched a game-winning blast to the … [Read more...] about Orioles minor league recap 8/4: Cade Povich shines, Josh Lester blasts walk-off homer
Ryan Mountcastle can hit, and not just against the Blue Jays
John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports Ryan Mountcastle’s northern dominance only amplified an impressive stretch after returning from the injured list. He’s got your picture, he’s coming with you, Dear Maria, count him in! Ryan Mountcastle traveled north of the border and pop-punk’d the Blue Jays over a four game set. The Florida native continued his dominance over … [Read more...] about Ryan Mountcastle can hit, and not just against the Blue Jays