January 27, 2012
Finding Cinderella: The Top Nominees
March Madness usually has a Cinderella or two. Here’s the first edition of many at who could spoil a bracket or two come March. SC’s Jean Neuberger takes an early look at who could be the bracket spoilers in this season’s Big Dance. Complete Story
| 01.21.12 | Occupy March Madness | By Corrie Trouw |
| 01.14.12 | Teams Revealing Who They Really Are | By Joshua Duffy |
| 01.07.12 | Becoming a True Cinderella | By Jonathan Lowe |
January 23, 2012
What Ails Us
SC’s Corrie Trouw examines the legacies of Joe Paterno, both good and bad, and how the Penn State community has changed as they remember and move on after the legendary coach’s passing. Complete Story
| 01.17.12 | Hold on a SEC | By Paul Foeller |
| 01.09.12 | Simulation Shows That BCS Got it Right | By Adam Russell |
| 12.27.11 | The State of the 2011-2012 Bowl Season | By Jean Neuberger |
January 20, 2012
Foul Territory: Tebow-ing, Rob Lowe-ing, T.O.-wning
In this Foul Territory, SC’s Jeffrey Boswell checks out Terrell Owens’ new gig, Yu Darvish’s new digs, and Hank Haney’s new tell-all book on Tiger Woods. Complete Story
| 01.06.12 | Foul Territory: Movers and Shakers | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 12.17.11 | Foul Territory: “Cage” Brawls, “Brew” Balls | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 08.26.11 | Foul Territory: Pro’s, Probes, and Problems | By Jeffrey Boswell |
November 21, 2011
The Next Tiger?
A chasm was left after Tiger Woods’ spectacular fall from fame into infamy, and who has been there to take up his mantle? SC’s Angus Saul looks to this year’s U.S. Open winner for the answer. Complete Story
| 10.10.11 | The Boys Are Back | By Angus Saul |
| 07.26.11 | A Gentlemen’s Game? | By Paul Foeller |
| 07.04.11 | History in the Making | By Paul Foeller |
January 24, 2012
A Writer Apologizes to the Kid, Gary Carter
Jeff Pearlman offers a somewhat unnecessary, but very admirable mea culpa to stricken Hall of Famer Gary Carter. SC’s Jeff Kallman can only admire and concur with what whispers out from between Pearlman’s words. Complete Story
| 01.19.12 | In-Debted MLB Owners Welcome Back Bud | By Diane M. Grassi |
| 01.06.12 | From Cy-VP to Sayonara? | By Jeff Kallman |
| 12.31.11 | 2011: Dickens Flummoxed | By Jeff Kallman |
February 3, 2012
Another Case of the Starburys?
The New York Knicks of the Carmelo Anthony era seem to be reminiscent of the team from the putrid Stephon Marbury era. SC’s Bill Hazell looks at what can save them from such a horrible fate. Complete Story
| 01.25.12 | Rookie Rubio: 2012 ROY Contenders | By Gary Flick |
| 01.23.12 | Superman Needed? | By Ross Lancaster |
| 01.19.12 | Clippers’ Time Still Not at Hand | By Bob Ekstrom |
February 2, 2012
NFL Weekly Predictions: Super Bowl XLVI
Super Bowl XLVI pits the Giants vs. the Patriots in a rematch of Super Bowl XLII. SC’s Jeffrey Boswell has a preview with thoughts on Tim Tebow, Kim Kardashian, Peyton Manning, and Madonna. Complete Story
| 02.01.12 | The Best Rookie Quarterbacks Ever | By Brad Oremland |
| 01.31.12 | Three Keys to a Super Bowl XLVI Victory | By Adam Russell |
| 01.26.12 | Super Bowl XLVI Proposition Bets | By Jeffrey Boswell |
January 10, 2012
Can Caps Find Their Way Under Hunter?
For the first few weeks under Dale Hunter, the Capitals looked like the same listless squad that sputtered in November. Now a month later, the Capitals are winning games and, more importantly, Alex Ovechkin looks more like himself. Complete Story
| 12.08.11 | Fighting, Head Hits, and New Responsibilities | By Mike Chen |
| 11.07.11 | Breaking Down NHL Attendance Woes | By Mike Chen |
| 10.12.11 | Top Five NHL Storylines of 2011-12 | By Mike Chen |
January 30, 2012
Maybe it’s Still Getting Our Goats, After All
So much for learning to forgive our sports goats. SC’s Jeff Kallman asks, “What the hell is this crap with sending Kyle Williams death threats?” Nelson Cruz, designated goat of 2011, now has some company. Complete Story
| 01.02.12 | UFC 141 and New Year’s Eve in Japan | By Brad Oremland |
| 11.23.11 | NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Week 36 | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 11.16.11 | NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Week 35 | By Jeffrey Boswell |
January 26, 2012
For Carmona, a Faustian Bargain
In this edition of the Slant Pattern, SC’s Kevin Beane wrestles with the causes and implications of Fausto Carmona’s outing as an impostor. But as tough as the ethical issues may be, it’s worth remembering a certain game he pitched in 2007. Complete Story
| 01.12.12 | Slant Pattern Mailbag | By Kevin Beane |
| 12.29.11 | Slant Pattern Year-End Odds and Ends | By Kevin Beane |
| 12.15.11 | The Best and Worst College Incumbents | By Kevin Beane |
January 13, 2012
Sports Q&A: NFL Postseason Edition
What does the future hold for Tim Tebow? Who’s likely to draft Robert Griffin III? Who fired Hue Jackson? SC’s Jeffrey Boswell takes a look at these and other NFL questions in the Sports Q&A. Complete Story
| 09.02.11 | Sports Q&A: How to Spend $100 Million | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 08.19.11 | Sports Q&A: NFL Mildly Burning Questions | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 08.05.11 | Sports Q&A: The Randy Moss Quiz | By Jeffrey Boswell |
January 25, 2012
Who is Federer’s Secret Weapon?
The Australian Open has reached its second week and the excitement has been lacking. SC’s Mert Ertunga summarizes the first week action, followed by a spotlight on the man behind the success of one of the world’s greatest athletes. Complete Story
| 01.18.12 | Murray’s Road to Grand Slam Glory | By Angus Saul |
| 12.26.11 | Tennis New Year’s Resolutions | By Tom Kosinski |
| 12.19.11 | Hollywood Roles For Tennis Stars | By Mert Ertunga |
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