Archive for September, 2010
Carolina Downgraded To Tropical Depression Following 6-2 Game 3 Loss
The Carolina Hurricanes were downgraded to a tropical depression following tonight’s embarrassing loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Cam Ward who might be replaced with the empty net in Game 4 considering that the empty net has only allowed two goals in the series was strong at times but the relentless Penguins attack proved too much once again for him to stand up against.
Carolina drew first blood with a powerful attack early on when Cullen 3 was able to put the puck behind MarcAndre Fleury. But after that the Penguins put the pedal down but Cam Ward could not make the saves to keep Carolina ahead. Not three minutes later Malkamania ran wild as Malkin 11 buried the tying goal on a powerplay. After back and forth play for the rest of the period Crosby 14 and Malkin 12 each scored in the final minute of play to dart the Penguins out to a 31 lead.
That would be the way the game remained until the third period. Samsonov 5 scored less than two minutes in to draw the Hurricanes to within one. But the Penguins played hard and Fleury made some great saves to keep the lead. Then it turned. Fedotenko 5 scored after Malkin dropped the puck to him in the slot and the score was 42. Then Craig Adams 2 scored his second of the playoffs off a face off with Cam Ward pulled. Off the face off the puck raced down the ice and into the net to extend the lead to 52 with just under two minutes to play. But it was not over.
Forty seconds later on the power play Bill Guerin 6 beat Ward again and when it all ended the score was 62 and Carolina was down in the series 30.
Fleury was both sharp AND lucky at times as pucks that had him beat drifted wide of the goal by inches a couple times. However he did made 32 of 34 saves. Cam Ward stopped just 34 of 39.
Game 4 is Tuesday night and the Hurricanes are far behind the eight ball now.
About the writer: Jeff Jackson is the owner of hockeyburghusa.com a Pittsburgh Penguins fan site.
Betting On The Kentucky Derby
This is one race that has it all. A great heritage with lots of press on hand and tons of celebrities over flowing everywhere the eye can see. If you were ever going to attend just one horse race in your lifetime this would be the one that you should see.
So how does one go about betting at the Kentucky Derby? The answer to that for lack of a better couple words is carefully and large.
This is one race where people drop more money than an average middleincome home mortgage for a few moments of time on a race. Sure you can bet as you would at any other race but this is the Kentucky Derby. You should come prepared to wager like a rock star.
This is one race that is so easy to bet; that it’s a wonder the entire world does not make at least a small bet on it. You can bet several months in advance if you desire or you can wait until ten minutes before the race to plant your bet. That way you have the freedom to do all the research that your heart desires before laying out the hard earned cash.
The deal with betting months in advance is that the pool of bets generally pays quite well. The main downfall is that if the horse that you pick to win does not run in the race you get no refund and you are just out the money. Most betters will wait until the actual day of the race to make sure the horse is capable of running before they bet.
If you are looking to make a big score and have faith in the horse that you want place your money on that horse to win. If you are at all queasy about that you can spread the bet out over several horses.
It would be wise of you to keep tabs on the horse for at lease several weeks before the derby. See how he is doing and how he is running. Watch some races he is in and make sure he is running well and if you are betting the day of the derby check television and watch that mornings workouts.
Take the time well in advance to figure out whether you will be one of the thousands attending it live at Churchill Downs or at your favorite watering hole or OTB facility.
If you are going to watch at somewhere other than the physical race be sure that at least a week before the race you set yourself up with a legal betting account.
If you are at the downs or a facility that simulcasts the event you can shuffle up the window and place your bet. The way you do this is very important you must tell them the track name which is Churchill Downs the number of the race your wager amount and the program numbers of the horses.
That’s it now just watch the race and be sure to hang on to your tickets until such time as the race is declared official.
About the writer: Simon M Skinner has worked in the online gaming industry since 2000. He has worked for some of the top online sportsbooks and now runs internet marketing for BetAmerica the top online US horse betting website.
Advice On Orange County Tee Times
OC Golf CoursesCome Where the Fun and Sun Are!
There are a wide variety of OC Tee Times suited to meet every golfer’s needs. Public and private courses are available with a range of amenities to help you enjoy your time out on the greens. Come see the fun you can have at OC Golf Courses!
Coyote Hills Golf Course
This course is set on 250 acres of some of the most pristine landscape that you will see in Orange County California. You can enjoy eighteen holes of challenging golf and delight in the high level of customer service that you will receive on this and other OC Golf Courses.
San Dimas Canyon Golf Course
OC Golf Courses such as the one in San Dimas offer a true retreat from the workaday world. From its home in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains you will enjoy the vibrant scenery and the nearby hills home to wildlife such as coyote and deer offer a sultry backdrop for an exciting day or evening of play. This challenging course will revitalize your playing as you work your way around the eighteen hole par 72 course. You can also have fun on the driving range or putting greens and in the clubhouse you can eat a meal or even host a major event like a wedding business meeting or golf tournament.
Scholl Canyon Golf Course
From this wonderful course you can catch a glimpse of the city while playing around the deep canyons and large greens. Scholl Canyon Golf Course offering a par 60 eighteen hole course is just one of several OC Golf Courses that will make you feel as if you have taken a vacation even if you live in our home city of Glendale.
SeaCliff Country Club
SeaCliff Country Club located in Huntington Beach is within easy sight of the bountiful Pacific Ocean and truly epitomizes the best of OC Golf Courses. Here you can experience the beauty of the lakes the greens and the trees that line the fairways of this outstanding eighteen hole par 72 championship course. After your game enjoy working out in our fabulous fitness center practice your swimming strokes in the pool or tennis out on the courts and then top it off with an elegant meal in our stylish clubhouse. If you have always wanted a stunning outdoor venue for a wedding look no further than SeaCliff Country Club. Suitable for everything from the rehearsal dinner to the reception dance you will find everything you need for the wedding or other special event of your dreams at SeaCliff Country Club.
Come for the warm weather year round or come for the geography but most of all come to Orange County for the outstanding OC Golf Courses.
About the writer: Jonathan Blocker loves to play golf. He plays all around the country and some of his favorite courses are in California.