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By Bob Long on March 6, 2014
In this week’s BLS Radio Show, with Bob Long and Sean Hannon, we discuss the biggest stories in college basketball, including Syracuse’s struggles (Start-13:45), then interview Matt Trabold, the National Analyst for City of Basketball Love (13:45-40:30). After the interview, we continued to evaluate the top teams in the country as well as the bubble […]
Posted in College Basketball, National Hockey League, Podcast | Tagged Arizona, Buffalo Sabres, City of Basketball Love, Dallas Stars, Duke, Florida Gators, Madison Capitals, Martin St. Louis, New York Rangers, NHL Trade Deadline, North Carolina, Notre Dame, Pittsburgh Panthers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Ryan Callahan, Ryan Kesler, Ryan Miller, St. Louis Blues, Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay Lightning, Thomas Vanek, Tim Thomas, Villanova, Wichita State |
By Bob Long on October 6, 2011
Hockey season begins tonight, and with it comes expectations of success from Vancouver to Tampa Bay. The beginning of hockey season is one of the most exciting times of the year, which is why we at Bob Long Sports decided to give our predictions for the 2011-2012 season. EASTERN CONFERENCE Northeast Division Winner: Bob: Boston […]
Posted in National Hockey League | Tagged Alex Ovechkin, Antti Niemi, Anze Kopitar, Boston Bruins, Brad Marchand, Brad Richards, Chicago Blackhawks, Corey Crawford, Dan Bylsma, David Krejci, Detroit Red Wings, Drew Doughty, Dustin Brown, Evgeni Malkin, Henrik Lundqvist, Jack Johnson, Jeff Carter, Joe Pavelski, Joe Thornton, Jonathan Quick, Jordan Staal, Justin Williams, Los Angeles Kings, Marc-Andre Fleury, Michael Neuvirth, Mike Knuble, Mike Richards, Nashville Predators, New York Rangers, NHL, Nicklas Lidstrom, Patrick Kane, Patrick Marleau, Pavel Datsyuk, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Roberto Luongo, Ryan Kesler, Ryan Miller, San Jose Sharks, Sidney Crosby, Simon Gagne, Stanley Cup, Tampa Bay Lightning, Tim Thomas, Vancouver Canucks, Washington Capitals, Zdeno Chara |
By Bob Long on June 1, 2011
On Wednesday, June 1st, the Vancouver Canucks and the Boston Bruins will compete in the Stanley Cup Finals for a chance to raise Lord Stanley’s Cup. Game 1 will be play in Vancouver, beginning at 8PM EST, and here are the biggest questions for both teams entering the series. BOSTON Can Boston stay out of […]
Posted in National Hockey League | Tagged Alexandre Burrows, Boston Bruins, Daniel Sedin, Henrik Sedin, Ryan Kesler, Stanley Cup, Stanley Cup Finals, Tim Thomas, Vancouver Canucks, Zdeno Chara |
By Bob Long on May 15, 2011
Eastern Conference 3) Boston Bruins vs. 4) Tampa Bay Lightning The biggest question for the Boston Bruins is, “Can the team score enough?” When the team is in its defensive scheme, the Bruins are the toughest team in hockey to beat. Scoring against the Bruins is very difficult due to the combination of strong defense, […]
Posted in National Hockey League | Tagged Antti Niemi, Boston Bruins, Daniel Sedin, Dwayne Roloson, Henrik Sedin, Martin St. Louis, Roberto Luongo, Ryan Kesler, San Jose Sharks, Sean Bergenheim, Steven Stamkos, Tampa Bay Lightning, Teddy Purcell, Tim Thomas, Vancouver Canucks, Vincent Lacavalier, Zdeno Chara |
By Bob Long on April 13, 2010
The first round of the NHL playoffs begins Wednesday with 4 games. 82 regular season games has dwindled the field to 16 teams, and here are my predictions for the first round: IN THE EAST: 1] Washington Capitals beat 8] Montreal Canadiens in 4 games The Capitals have been the best team in the league […]
Posted in National Hockey League | Tagged Alexander Ovechkin, Alexander Semin, Alexei Kovalev, Boston Bruins, Brian Boucher, Buffalo Sabres, Canada Olympic Hockey, Chicago Blackhawks, Chris Osgood, Chris Phillips, Colorado Avalanche, Daniel Alfredsson, Daniel Sedin, Detroit Red Wings, Henrik Sedin, Ilya Kovalchuk, Jonathon Quick, Jonathon Teows, Los Angeles Kings, Marc-Andre Fleury, Marian Hossa, Martin Brodeur, Montreal Canadiens, Nashville Predators, New Jersey Devils, NHL, Nicklas Backstrom, Ottawa Senators, Patrick Kane, Patrick Sharp, Pavel Datsyuk, Philadelphia Flyers, Phoenix Coyotes, Pittsburgh Penguins, Roberto Luongo, Ryan Elliot, Ryan Kesler, Ryan Miller, San Jose Sharks, Tim Thomas, Tomas Holstrom, USA Olympic Hockey, Vancouver Canucks, Washington Capitals |
By Bob Long on February 28, 2010
Today, the Men’s Hockey Olympic Gold Medal Game was played between the United States and rival Canada. The US was the #1 seed entering the game, and the Canadians were the #6 seed. The two teams had played earlier in the tournament during pool play, and the United States defeated the Canadians 5-3, in what […]
Posted in National Hockey League, Olympics | Tagged Brian Rafalski, Canada Olympic Hockey, Joe Pavelski, Jonathon Teows, Martin Brodeur, Mike Richards, Patrick Kane, Roberto Luongo, Ryan Kesler, Ryan Miller, Ryan Suter, Sidney Crosby, USA Olympic Hockey, Zack Parise |
By Bob Long on February 22, 2010
In the final game of pool play, the United States played rival Canada for what would likely decide who would get a bye in the medal round. It was the most anticipated game for the United States hockey team in 4 years, and where was it broadcasted? MSNBC. That’s right, MSNBC. They broadcasted alpine skiing on […]
Posted in National Hockey League, Olympics | Tagged Brian Rafalski, Canada Olympic Hockey, Chris Drury, Dany Heatley, Finland Olympic Hockey, Jamie Langenbrunner, Martin Brodeur, Russian Hockey Team, Ryan Kesler, Ryan Miller, Sidney Crosby, Slovakia Olympic Hockey, Swedish Olympic Hockey, USA Olympic Hockey |