This week we look at the Hurricanes' goaltending, plus the Rangers rise in our rankings. … [Read more...] about NHL Power Rankings: Hurricanes’ surprising strength; Rangers on the rise
DeJong hits 2 of Cardinals' 5 HRs in 12-5 win at Nationals
WASHINGTON (AP) — Paul DeJong hit two of the St. Louis Cardinals’ five homers in a 12-5 victory at the Washington Nationals. DeJong hit a solo shot in the second inning and a grand slam in the fifth. Tommy Edman and Paul Goldschmidt went deep back-to-back off Nationals starter Joe Ross. Justin Williams homered off Ross’ replacement, Kyle Finnegan. Ross had not … [Read more...] about DeJong hits 2 of Cardinals' 5 HRs in 12-5 win at Nationals
Ray Lankford applied big bang theory to Phillies
Like a pinball careening across a slick surface, Ray Lankford dived, slid and sped his way into and around the bases, culminating his hyperactive journey with a colossal crash. Thirty years ago, on April 21, 1991, Lankford scored the winning run for the Cardinals against the Phillies when he raced from second base to the plate on an infield out, barreling into Darren Daulton … [Read more...] about Ray Lankford applied big bang theory to Phillies
Five Things You Didn’t Know About Colton Parayko
Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports Colton Parayko is a star defenseman for the Blues, but there’s more to him than professional hockey. Blues defenseman Colton Parayko has become a fan favorite since being drafted 86th overall in the third round in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft. He subsequently signed a two-year, entry-level contract with the Blues. He played college hockey for the … [Read more...] about Five Things You Didn’t Know About Colton Parayko
Bats Reignite in Cards’ 12-5 Win over Washington
Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images The offense’s feast-or-famine trend continued as the Cardinals notched four home runs, including a DeJong grand slam. The Cardinals continued their road trip on Monday night, beginning a series in Washington with the Nationals. Jack Flaherty took the hill for the Cards while Joe Ross got the start for the Nats. Flaherty labored … [Read more...] about Bats Reignite in Cards’ 12-5 Win over Washington