The Baltimore Ravens have their first opportunity to clinch a playoff birth in week 16. The Ravens are in a must win if they wish to remain in contention to win the AFC north, and keep pace with the Cincinnati Bengals. The Ravens have several scenarios in which they can clinch a playoff birth so lets take a look at all the possible ways the Ravens can return to the playoffs in … [Read more...] about Ravens Week 16 Playoff Scenarios
Washington Commanders VS New York Giants Week 15 Preview
The Commanders and Giants play each other for the second time within three weeks. The Commanders are coming off a bye, so they will be playing the Giants in back to back games. This should help Washington since they have only been game planning for the Giants the last few weeks. The Giants are coming off a blowout loss to Eagles last week 48-22. The Commanders defense will … [Read more...] about Washington Commanders VS New York Giants Week 15 Preview
As Nick Backstrom continues to progress back from injury, predicting where he would fit
Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom has been back practicing with the Capitals and has been progressing since getting hip surgery in the offseason. Backstrom finally wore a normal practice jersey during Saturdays practice, skating as an extra. Reports are that Backstrom is still a ways away from returning to the Capitals, as he needs to see his hip holds up in … [Read more...] about As Nick Backstrom continues to progress back from injury, predicting where he would fit
Gustafsson, Capitals rake in Maple Leafs in 5-2 win
After a hard fought loss in their previous game, the Washington Capitals stormed back into the win column against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Once again they had to deal with chaotic lineup shuffling due to injuries–both before and during the game. But they came out on the winning end after a hat trick by defenseman Erik Gustafsson plus another top-notch goaltending performance … [Read more...] about Gustafsson, Capitals rake in Maple Leafs in 5-2 win
Nick Vespi to pitch for Italy in the World Baseball Classic
Baltimore Orioles reliever Nick Vespi will pitch for Italy in the World Baseball Classic, he announced yesterday. Vespi was up and down between the Orioles and AAA Norfolk Tides last season as a rookie. Vespi’s numbers were solid with a five win and zero loss record and a 4.10 era in 25 games for the Orioles. For the Tides, Vespi’s numbers were even more impressive where … [Read more...] about Nick Vespi to pitch for Italy in the World Baseball Classic