Playing It Safe for a Bonus Point in the N.H.L.
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With N.H.L. divisional races so close, the bonus point has often resulted in third periods in which teams playing not to lose instead charging for victories.
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Cracking down on holding by defensive backs has been one of the central storylines this season, and it had its roots in the Patriots' AFC title game win over the Colts last year.
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Here's a little trick that can make all the difference.
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Teams with the ability to wear down opponents and remain fresh can reap the benefits come November.
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One of the continuing trends in the major leagues is how diligent teams have become about safeguarding young pitchers like the Yankeesâ Joba Chamberlain and Bostonâs Clay Buchholz.
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There's a lot to consider when planning the entertainment for an NFL game: keeping the mascot in line, making sure the fake smoke doesn't choke anybody, finding the right D to go with the fence.
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Ryan Smyth is already feeling comfortable in his new surroundings and the New York Islanders' power play is benefiting from his presence.
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There are times when it's good to have a blowhard/glory hog on your roster. This is one of those times.
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The Washington Capitals are within a point of first place.
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Life in the New England secondary isn't necessarily a ticket out of town, but a career as a Patriot pass snatcher is a sure path to perdition.
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Improved safety and lobbying can lead to improved performance.
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DETROIT -- The incentives were on the wall. Literally. Before yesterday's game at Joe Louis Arena against the mighty Detroit Red Wings, the club with the second-best home record in the NHL, the numbers went up on the grease board in the visiting dressing room.
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Patriots left guard Stephen Neal is a good listener. Neal yesterday remembered instructions from coach Bill Belichick that when a player is running after an opponent who is going toward the end zone, he should knock the ball toward the end zone because it'll be a touchback if it goes through it.
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With No. 14 Minnesota trying to become the seventh Big Ten member to earn a Bowl Championship Series berth, it&#39;s a good time to point out that - in an age of conference expansion - staying small has its advantages.
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The irony of players being less interested in being protected than the people charged to protect them is just one of the challenges facing the N.F.L. as it deals with player concussions.
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HALIFAX, Nova Scotia -- It is a thankless job. Play limited minutes. Bring energy when you're on the ice. Grind in the corners and in front of the net. Drop the gloves to defend a teammate.
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MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. -- A game plan is good. Everyone knows you need a good game plan.