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John Buccigross of Sportscenter, and the most important stories in Hockey this season.
Emily and Greg wrap up the 2019-20 Season by discussing the most important stories in Hockey. Taylor Hall shocks everyone and signs with the Buffalo Sabres (5:56). ESPN's John Buccigross talks about the retirement of Mike 'Doc' Emrick (14:32). Plus, this year we learned about the new name of the NHL's newest franchise... the Seattle Kraken (35:15). Thank you to all who listened this season!
Blackhawks GM: Can't compete with top teams now
Blackhawks general manager Stan Bowman acknowledges that his roster is not good enough to compete with top teams yet, but he says he has a plan to fix that.
Can Wisconsin continue its dominance? Previewing the Big Ten West's season
Wisconsin has advanced to the Big Ten title game six of the past nine years, and although the Badgers are the favorites to make it this season, might there be a dark-horse candidate looking to end their run?
With Big Ten returning, college football still faces more of the unknown
College football is a sport governed by tradition and coached by the anal-retentive. But in 2020, it is operating on the fly, and all of us -- coaches, players, officials and fans -- are living at the mercy of a long nasal swab.
Packer & Durham Hour 1: Kyren Williams, Notre Dame RB
Notre Dame's star Running Back Kyren Williams joins the show to talk about the good start for the Irish and the impressive play from his offensive line. Plus the guys give their ACC power rankings in this week's "ACCounting" and we look back at Pack's birthday.
The CFB Pod: The guys look back at Alabama-Georgia and all of the Week 7 action. Plus, what to expect in the Big Ten's opening weekend
Herbie, Pollack and Negandhi kick off the podcast discussing Alabama’s win over Georgia, Mac Jones flying under the radar, Steve Sarkisian changing up the Tide’s offense, why defense no longer wins championship, if Stetson Bennett IV should remain the starter in Athens, Clemson dropping 73 against Georgia Tech, and what to expect from Penn State, Ohio State and Michigan in the Big Ten’s opening weekend.
AP Top 25 college football poll reaction: What's next for each ranked team?
What's next for each AP Top 25 team? Well, for starters, the Big Ten, led by No. 5 Ohio State, will finally take the field. Here's what to expect for each ranked team.
College football conference power rankings
How would you rank each team in the three Power 5 conferences that have already begun play? Let's have a look.
FiveThirtyEight: Aaron Rodgers Has A Bad Day, The Titans' Offense Keeps On Chugging, And The Bears Continue To Confound
(Sara Ziegler, sports editor): Week 6 is in the books save for two games to be played today: the regularly scheduled Monday Night Football matchup...
BBTN: Tim Kurjian on a terrific pair of game sevens and Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game
Tim Kurkjian joins Buster to discuss an exciting game seven between the Dodgers and the Braves, Mookie Betts’ brilliant defense, Dave Roberts leaving Julio UrÃas in for the 9th inning, the bright future for the Braves, Charlie Morton’s dominance in game seven against the Astros, Randy Arozarena winning the ALCS MVP, if the off days in the World Series advantages either team and the 2021 class of free agent shortstops (14:56). Plus, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game and talks about the best World Series player of all time (33:28).
2021 college football recruiting class rankings: USC, Georgia rise in top 10
Alabama and Oregon are still in the top three, but their conference rivals are moving up the recruiting class rankings.
Judging success and failure in the NFL, Jets should keep Adam Gase
Jason thinks we have to change the way we judge success and failure in the NFL this year due to the Covid pandemic. He also explains why the Jets should keep Adam Gase.
An insider's guide to the Big Ten season: Top players, teams and storylines
From Ohio State's high expectations to the conference's COVID-19 protocols, there is plenty to pay attention to when the Big Ten kicks off this week.
College football's midseason-ish awards: Top players and unbelievable moments in a season like no other
Only in 2020 can we be celebrating the midway point before the Big Ten or Pac-12 has taken the field. But with seven weeks down and eight to go until conference title weekend, let's look back on the best of the year so far.
Newcomer Impact Rankings: Which freshmen, transfers will determine team fortunes?
Several college basketball programs' fortunes will rise or fall on the play of new faces in 2020-21. Here are the players most under the microscope.
Playoffs? Chicago Bears, now 5-1, emerge as serious postseason contenders
Despite all of Chicago's numerous flaws, especially on offense, the team takes care of a Week 6 road win at Carolina to challenge for a playoff berth.
Who has the best chance to make the College Football Playoff?
The Allstate Playoff Predictor breaks down which conference has the best chance to send two teams to this season's College Football Playoff.
Projecting every bowl game, including the College Football Playoff
Alabama beat rival Georgia on Saturday night to strengthen its hold atop the SEC and College Football Playoff race. Where does the loss leave the Bulldogs come bowl season? Mark Schlabach and Kyle Bonagura unveil their latest lists.
Jeff Dickerson ESPN Staff Writer
Bears veteran nose tackle John Jenkins (thumb) came off of injured reserve this week and is active for Sunday's game vs. the Panthers. Special teams ace Sherrick McManis also returns after missing the last two weeks due to injury.
Jeff Dickerson ESPN Staff Writer
Chicago Bears inactives vs. Carolina: CB Duke Shelley, S Deon Bush, LG Arlington Hambright, WR Riley Ridley and OLB Trevis Gipson.
Alabama remains the SEC king, Trevor Lawrence remains unstoppable and more from Week 7
Saturday was business as usual for No. 1 Clemson and No. 2 Alabama. But is there cause for concern for Auburn and Notre Dame?
NBA Power Rankings, way-too-early edition: What's next for Lakers, Heat and all 30 teams
The Lakers just won the title, but how is next season shaping up? Here's a way-too-early look at where the champs and all 30 teams stand ahead of 2020-21.
College football Power Rankings for Week 7
Trevor Lawrence and Clemson put up 73 points on Sunday, but it wasn't enough to claim the top spot after Alabama's big win over Georgia. The Bulldogs don't fall far, though, while North Carolina tumbles after an upset loss in Tallahassee.
Bears at Panthers game all about the pass rush on both sides
Can the Panthers, who have not allowed a sack in two straight games, keep quarterback Teddy Bridgewater clean against Chicago's Khalil Mack?
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NBA: 2020 Central Standings Standings
MLB: 2020 NL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 34 | 26 | .567 | - | W1 |
| St. Louis | 30 | 28 | .517 | 3 | W1 |
| Cincinnati | 31 | 29 | .517 | 3 | L1 |
| Milwaukee | 29 | 31 | .483 | 5 | L1 |
| Pittsburgh | 19 | 41 | .317 | 15 | L1 |
MLB: 2020 AL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 36 | 24 | .600 | - | L1 |
| Chicago | 35 | 25 | .583 | 1 | L1 |
| Cleveland | 35 | 25 | .583 | 1 | W1 |
| Kansas City | 26 | 34 | .433 | 10 | W1 |
| Detroit | 23 | 35 | .397 | 12 | L1 |