ICYMI: USA vs Canada for Gold Today

In Case You Missed It.....Today the United States will battle Canada for the gold medal in men's ice hockey at the 2010 Vancouver Games. The teams also met for the gold in 2002, with Canada prevailing in that one. But even though hockey is considered "Canada's game" the Americans hold a 2-1 advantage in gold medals since 1952. So can Ryan Miller continue his outstanding play in net and lead the Americans to their first gold medal since 1980? Or will Sidney Crosby lead a slew of talented Canadian scorers to victory?....the one victory that matters most to the host country in these games. My predictions: 1) First goal wins. 2) USA prevails 3-2.

Sox Notes: What to do with Lowell?

The Red Sox tried unsuccessfully to trade him to Texas, signed Adrian Beltre to replace him, have Dave Ortiz, Kevin Youkilis and Beltre manning the only positions he could play....and yet Mike Lowell is stating that he's even healthier this year than he was a year ago. So what will happen with Lowell in 2010? Will he be traded? Released? Stick with the Sox? Will he be disgruntled with a bench role? Will this become a distraction? How do you see the Mike Lowell situation ending up?......this and other Sox talk is open for discussion right here.....

B's Notes: Bruins at the Olympics

Catching up with how team captain Zdeno Chara of Slovakia and other Bruins are doing at the Olympic Games......this and any other B's issues on your mind are open for discussion right here.....

MWM: Tiger to Speak Tomorrow

In this week's edition of Mid-Week Miscellaneous.....Tiger Woods has scheduled a press conference for tomorrow to speak publicly since his scandal broke. For anyone holding their breath that he will say something news worthy you are likely to be disappointed.....I may be the only one, but I think Antawn Jamison is a better pickup for the Cavs for this season than Amare Stoudamire would have been.....It's beginning to look as though Northeastern is the Bay State's only hope to have a representative in March Madness, and even they are far from a lock.....these and any other items on your sports mind are open for discussion right here in MWM.....

Ladder Challenge: Kraft vs Tippett

In this week's Ladder Challenge it is #34 Andre Tippett (0-1-0) taking on #25 Robert Kraft, who is participating in his first challenge. Full bios for both men coming soon.....

Pats Notes: Is Peppers a Possibility?

We first got excited about bringing Julius Peppers to Foxboro last offseason, but obviously that never happened. But now talks are heating up that Peppers may end up with the Pats after all. Would you like to see the Pats make a run for him? How much should they be willing to pay? Is signing Peppers more important to you than re-signing Wilfork?.....this and any other issues on your Pats mind are open for discussion right here.....

Celts Notes: What Will Danny Do?

The NBA's trading deadling is Thursday, so what does Danny Ainge plan to do before it arrives? Anything? We've heard Ray Allen and Glen Davis' names mentioned in several rumors each, so will either be exiting Boston this week? Will the Celtics make any moves? Do they need to?.....meanwhile Boston begins their post All Star schedule with 4 road games this week......these and any other items on your Celtics mind are open for discussion right here.....

ICYMI: RBSF Wins 1st U.S. Gold Medal

In Case You Missed It.....the 1st United States gold medal of the Vancouver games was earned by a true Real Boston Sports Fan. Moguls skier Hannah Kearney, a Vermont native, cruised to victory and then revealed that she is such a Red Sox fan that she wore a Jacoby Ellsbury t-shirt under her USA jacket during the opening ceremonies. Perhaps helping the US bring home the gold will make up for being shifted to left field for Jake!.....

Sox Notes: Truck Day 2010

Truck Day has taken place at Fenway Park, so spring training is just around the corner. Are you ready for Red Sox season to start up again? What are you most looking forward to? Biggest concern?.....this and any other topics on your Red Sox mind are open for discussion right here.....

2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics: Part 1

Follow the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics right here. Starting with tonight's opening ceremonies and following all of your favorite sports. Who will emerge as heroes? Will America be watching? I will....hope you'll join me!

NBA All Star Weekend '10

The NBA's All Star weekend is upon us. Follow everything from the 3-point and Slam Dunk contests to the game itself right here. Celts point guard Rajon Rondo is making his first All Star appearance and will be joined by teammates Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce, perennial selections. Chime in with your thoughts on the happenings of my favorite All Star celebration.....

B's Notes: Trade Tim Thomas?

Just a year removed from winning the Vezina Trophy there is talk that the B's are shopping Tim Thomas. What do you think they should do.....this and any other topics involving our favorite hockey team are open for discussion right here as the NHL takes a break for the Winter Olympics.....

MWM: DJ a Hall of Fame Finalist

In this edition of Mid-Week Miscellaneous we take a look at the potential members Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2010. More specifically, we look at former Celtics still waiting for the call: Dennis Johnson and Jo Jo White. Unfortunately both players are once again long shots for induction. Why? Because not only will they be battling former NBA stars Karl Malone and Chris Mullin (to name just two) for votes, but also college and high school coaches, female players and coaches, international players and coaches, owners, broadcasters, referees and probably a mascot or two as well. When will folks realize just how ridiculous this is? Although I grew disgusted with the Basketball Hall of Fame long ago, I will once again keep my fingers crossed for DJ and Jo Jo this year, hoping that a Croatian women's player, a high school coach and a WNBA ref don't get the nod over these NBA greats.....Also this week: The Winter Olympics are finally here!.....The Maple Leafs currently have the 2nd worst record in the NHL, meaning the Bruins would have no worse than the #3 pick in the draft if it were held today.....Daytona 500 this Sunday, which reminds me: a NASCAR driver (Jimmy Johnson) seriously won the AP Athlete of the Year for 2009?.....these and any other issues on your sports mind are open for discussion right here in MWM.....