Candidates to replace Billy Donovan as Florida head coach

Today, now former Florida coach Billy Donovan accepted the Oklahoma City Thunder head coaching job. Here some candidates to replace Donovan.

1. Archie Miller, Head Coach, Dayton
2. Gregg Marshall, Head Coach, Wichita State
3. Chris Mack, Head Coach, Xavier
4. Anthony Grant, Assistant Coach, Florida
5. John Pelphrey, Assistant Coach, Florida
6. Richard Pitino, Head Coach, Minnesota
7. Mike White, Head Coach, Louisiana Tech
8. Jamie Dixon, Head Coach, Pittsburgh
9. Ben Jacobson, Head Coach, Northern Iowa
10. Steve Prohm, Head Coach, Murray State
11. Brad Underwood, Head Coach, Stephen F. Austin
12. Dan Hurley, Head Coach, Rhode Island
13. Larry Krystkowiak, Head Coach, Utah
14. Larry Shyatt, Head Coach, Wyoming

2015 NFL Mock Draft: Final Edition

Here is the final edition of my 2015 Mock Draft.

1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Jameis Winston, Quarterback, Florida State: Winston checks all of the boxes as the Buccaneers’ franchise quarterback. He is a polished pocket passer with the charisma and leadership skills to help the Buccaneers get over the hump in the NFC South.

2. Tennessee Titans- Marcus Mariota, Quarterback, Oregon: As we get closer to the draft, the interest in Mariota seems to be intensifying. So many teams are sending so many people to interview and work out Mariota, there has to be a high level of interest there. Because of that, it’s becoming hard to see him get past the second pick in the draft. Whether it’s actually Tennessee making the pick is another story.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars- Amari Cooper, Wide Receiver, Alabama: Giving second-year quarterback Blake Bortles the most pro-ready receiver in the draft helps Jacksonville more than adding another pass rusher to a squad that already finished sixth in the NFL in sacks a season ago.

4. Oakland Raiders- Leonard Williams, Defensive End, USC: Arguably the best defender in the draft fell into the Raiders' lap a year ago with Khalil Mack. Williams has said he would like to play for the Raiders and would complement Mack, giving Oakland its first fearsome defensive front in a long time.

5. Washington Redskins- Dante Fowler Jr., Defensive End/Outside Linebacker, Florida: With the draft's most pro-ready pass rusher still available, Washington is able to quickly replace free-agent departure Brian Orakpo -- who the club attempted to keep.

6. New York Jets- Bud Dupree, Defensive End/Outside Linebacker, Kentucky: The Jets will have its
pick of a few pass rushers here. Dupree is a high-upside athlete, who head coach Todd Bowles could mold into a cornerstone player.

7. Chicago Bears- Kevin White, Wide Receiver, West Virginia: The Bears could easily go with the best defensive player available – perhaps Washington's Danny Shelton – but a player like White is too dynamic to pass up as a Brandon Marshall replacement.

8. Atlanta Falcons- Vic Beasley, Defensive End/Outside Linebacker, Clemson: The Falcons brought in former Seahawks defensive coordinator Dan Quinn as head coach to bring some intensity and pass rush to Atlanta. Pound for pound, Beasley is the most explosive edge rusher in the draft.

9. New York Giants- Brandon Scherff, Offensive Tackle, Iowa: The Giants could be intrigued by some of the edge rushers still on the board but if Scherff -- the draft's best offensive lineman -- is available, he would make too much sense to pass up.

10. St. Louis Rams- Andrus Peat, Offensive Tackle, Auburn: There is a lot of buzz around Peat as the draft approaches. In St. Louis he could be the answer at right tackle, giving the Rams bookends along with Greg Robinson.

11. Minnesota Vikings- Trae Waynes, Cornerback, Michigan State: The Vikings continue to make strides, fulfilling the image of coach Mike Zimmer by becoming a very good defensive team. Waynes is an immediate starter and producer.

12. Cleveland Browns- DeVante Parker, Wide Receiver, Louisville: Cleveland had significant needs at the receiver position in the wake of the season-long suspension of Josh Gordon, who wasn't even that great last year whene he played. The team brought in Dwyane Bowe and Brian Hartline but none of those guys look like the answer to the problem. Parker already is a really good route-runner, has excellent size and good hands.

13. New Orleans Saints- Randy Gregory, Defensive End, Nebraska: Some project Gregory to slide all the way out of the first round, but the Saints need another pass rusher and Gregory might not slide as far as some think.

14. Miami Dolphins- Todd Gurley, Running Back, Georgia: With his surgically repaired knee reportedly earning positive reviews from NFL doctors on April 17, Gurley is likely to get a late bump up draft boards. By already investigating a trade into the top 10 for a receiver, Miami appears committed to making a big splash on draft day, similar to the aggressive move made in free agency with the signing of Ndamukong Suh.

15. San Francisco 49ers- Marcus Peters, Cornerback, Washington: Patrick Willis and Chris Borland retiring has shifted the attention in San Francisco to inside linebacker but replacing starting cornerback Chris Culliver is also a concern. Peters comes with obvious character concerns after getting kicked off the team at Washington but the Oakland native would have local support here and plays with the physicality to handle playing in the rough and tumble NFC West.

16. Houston Texans- Nelson Agholor, Wide Receiver, USC: A lot of people are connecting Agholor to the Texans, and the buzz is similar to what it was for DeAndre Hopkins and Houston in 2015. Inside linebacker is a need, but that can be found later in the draft.

17. San Diego Chargers- Melvin Gordon, Running Back, Wisconsin: Gordon has been a popular choice for the Chargers, and he would immediately be considered by most the favorite for Offensive Rookie of the Year. A right tackle like Ereck Flowers or T.J. Clemmings would be a good fit, as well. It would allow the Chargers to move D.J. Fluker to guard and give them a great pair to build around.

18. Kansas City Chiefs- Cameron Irving, Offensive Tackle/Center, Florida State: The Chiefs' offensive line needs help in a couple spots, and a player like Erving could be used at center or tackle. Wide receivers have been common picks for the Chiefs, but how often does Andy Reid target that position in the first round?

19. Cleveland Browns (via Buffalo Bills)- Arik Armstead, Defensive Tackle, Oregon: The Browns finished dead last in the NFL in run defense a year ago and have allowed over 2,000 rushing yards in 14 of the past 16 seasons -- a recipe for disaster in the black and blue AFC North. If standing pat, it is hard to imagine defensive-minded head coach Mike Pettine not pushing for help along the line of scrimmage and Armstead has the raw tools to develop.

20. Philadelphia Eagles- Breshad Perriman, Wide Receiver, UCF: This pick fills a need, with Jeremy Maclin gone to Kansas City and 2014 draftees Jordan Matthews and Josh Huff lacking the downfield skills of the Central Florida speedster.

21. Cincinnati Bengals- Jake Fisher, Offensive Tackle, Oregon: This choice is being made solely based on something I heard late Wednesday night. The Bengals could also be targeting Texas A&M's Cedric Ogbuehi as well.

22. Pittsburgh Steelers- Byron Jones, Cornerback, Connecticut: The Steelers will have a new lieutenant running the defense after the franchise parted ways with the venerable Dick LeBeau, replacing him with linebackers coach Keith Butler. The pass rush was good as always but the secondary really looked like a mess at times and could certainly use an overhaul.

23. Detroit Lions- Malcolm Brown, Defensive Tackle, Texas: The loss of Ndamukong Suh and Nick Fairley in free agency makes defensive tackle an obvious area of concern for the Lions. Brown is a quick-twitch penetrating defensive tackle whose blue-collar work ethic might be especially appreciated in Detroit after Suh took the money and ran and Fairley failed to live up to expectations.

24. Arizona Cardinals- Shane Ray, Defensive End/Outside Linebacker, Missouri: A citation for marijuana possession this week and a less-than-spectacular Pro Day has Ray's stock slipping but for an Arizona squad looking for edge rushers, the reigning SEC sack king could fit perfectly. Ray has an electric first step to beat pass blockers off the edge and if inserted into a defense as talented as Arizona's, he could quickly prove a steal.

25. Carolina Panthers- DJ Humphries, Offensive Tackle, Florida: The Panthers' need at offensive tackle matches up nicely with one of the biggest strengths in this year's draft. It just makes it a little more fun that Humphries is from Charlotte.

26. Baltimore Ravens- Jaelen Strong, Wide Receiver, Arizona State: This was initially Wake Forest corner Kevin Johnson, but switched at the last minute to Strong. He's the new deep ball threat that Joe Flacco needs in Baltimore.

27. Dallas Cowboys- Kevin Johnson, Cornerback, Florida State: Cornerback is one of the few areas of concern on an otherwise stacked roster in Dallas. Johnson, a four-year starter, has terrific agility and speed but some question his ability to handle the physicality of the NFL at 6-feet and 188 pounds, which could allow him to drop into Dallas' lap.

28. Denver Broncos- TJ Clemmings, Offensive Tackle, Pittsburgh: Clemmings is the athletic natural right tackle Denver's offensive line needs under new head coach Gary Kubiak. Drafting Clemmings would allow Manny Ramirez to move back inside, fixing two spots on Denver's line.

29. Indianapolis Colts- Ereck Flowers, Offensive Tackle, Miami: Mauler and brawler who loves to fire out and hit people. Flowers is a work in progress as a pass blocker, but the Colts could start him inside at right guard from Day 1.

30. Green Bay Packers- Erik Kendricks, Inside Linebacker, UCLA: The Packers may have been a dropped onside kick from playing in the Super Bowl but allowing 157 rushing yards to Marshawn Lynch in the NFC Championship Game didn't help. It also wasn't a one-game issue, as the Packers finished the regular season ranked 23rd in the league in run defense and have since released inside linebackers A.J. Hawk and Brad Jones. Kendricks lacks the bulk of a traditional 3-4 inside linebacker but his instincts, speed and ball skills could be the quick fix GM Ted Thompson is looking for.

31. New Orleans Saints (via Seattle Seahawks)- Dorial Green-Beckham, Wide Receiver, Oklahoma: The Saints need another weapon since they traded away Jimmy Graham for this pick. Green-Beckham is arguably the draft's most purely talented player.

32. New England Patriots- Laken Tomlinson, Guard, Duke: The Patriots don't care about flash, and Tomlinson is one of the safest players in the draft. The Pats can certainly use some help on the offensive line.

2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs Semifinals Predictions

Here are my predictions for the Semifinals of the 2015 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Eastern Conference
(M1) New York Rangers vs (M2) Washington Capitals: This is a great divisional rivalry in which these two teams are meeting yet again in the playoffs for the fifth time in seven years. We know the star power on both teams with Alex Ovechkin and Henrik Lundqvist. Both of these teams are great from most standpoints. Brayden Holtby has improved big time for Washington, but he's no Lundqvist. Look for this series to go to distance and the Presidents Trophy winners to advance to the Conference Finals for the third time in four years.
Prediction: Rangers in seven games.

(A1) Montreal Canadiens vs (A2) Tampa Bay Lightning: We have another divisional rivalry that is happening to face each other in the playoffs for a second straight year. The Bolts swept the Habs in the regular season by going 5-0-0 against them. I think regular season starts are overrated. I really think this is Carey Price's series to lose. He's the leading candidate for the Hart and Vezina trophies and I believe he is capable of shutting down Steven Stamkos and the rest of Tampa's prolific offense. Many experts will pick Tampa Bay to win the series, but I'm rolling with Price and the Habs to advance to the Conference Finals for the second straight year.
Prediction: Canadiens in six games.

Western Conference
(C3) Chicago Blackhawks vs (WC1) Minnesota Wild: What a series we have here. For the third straight year, these division rivals will face off, but the second straight year in the semi-finals. There's a ton of star power with Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane, Zach Parise, and red-hot goalie Devan Dubnyk. This is a pretty even matchup this time, although the Hawks had goaltending issues last round. I see this going to distance, but because of the experience and the fact they find different ways to win games, the Hawks should be in their third consecutive Conference Finals.
Prediction: Blackhawks in seven games.

(P1) Anaheim Ducks vs (P3) Calgary Flames: This is a very intriguing series. Both teams know how to win from coming behind and that should be something to watch in this series. The Ducks have a lot of star power with Ryan Getzlaf and Corey Perry. The Flames are a very young team that is on the rise led by Calder Trophy front-runner Johnny Goudreau. Expect a lot of scoring in this series. Both teams are dominant on home ice and this should go to distance. I see Anaheim moving on to the Conference Finals.
Prediction: Ducks in seven games.

2015 NFL Mock Draft: 6th Edition

Here is my sixth edition of my 2015 NFL Mock Draft. With free agency really over now we can get a clear idea of what exactly every team needs.

1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Jameis Winston, Quarterback, Florida State: Winston checks all of the boxes as the Buccaneers’ franchise quarterback. He is a polished pocket passer with the charisma and leadership skills to help the Buccaneers get over the hump in the NFC South.

2. Tennessee Titans- Marcus Mariota, Quarterback, Oregon: As we get closer to the draft, the interest in Mariota seems to be intensifying. So many teams are sending so many people to interview and work out Mariota, there has to be a high level of interest there. Because of that, it’s becoming hard to see him get past the second pick in the draft. Whether it’s actually Tennessee making the pick is another story.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars- Dante Fowler Jr., Defensive End, Florida: The Jaguars would welcome a violent edge rusher with the grit, explosiveness and rush skill to dominate at the point of attack. Fowler would give Gus Bradley the disruptive playmaker the Jaguars need to bully opponents in the AFC.

4. Oakland Raiders- Amari Cooper, Wide Receiver, Alabama: Oakland needs at least one, more likely two, very good wide receivers. Cooper could be the type of player who helps quicken Derek Carr's development.

5. Washington Redskins- Leonard Williams, USC: The Titans end any discussion of Marcus Mariota landing in Washington, but no tears are shed in DC. The Redskins happily welcome the versatile defender to the nation's capital.

6. New York Jets- Bud Dupree, Outside Linebacker, Kentucky: Way too high for my tastes, but Dupree has the athletic traits that make sense in Todd Bowles' defense, and he has better size than Vic Beasley.

7. Chicago Bears- Kevin White, Wide Receiver, West Virginia: Chicago's transition to a 3-4 defense could use a nose tackle and an edge rusher, but White's traits and talent will be tough to pass on.

8. Atlanta Falcons- Vic Beasley, Outside Linebacker, Clemson: The Falcons need to find a pass rusher in the worst way and Beasley gives them legitimate burst off the corner.

9. New York Giants- Brandon Scherff, Offensive Tackle, Iowa: The Giants could really use an offensive lineman at this spot here. It is one of their bigger needs so I'm sure general manager Jerry Reese will likely use this pick on Scherff or perhaps another offensive lineman.

10. St. Louis Rams- Andrus Peat, Offensive Tackle, Stanford: Rams could go with Scherff or Peat here, but Peat gives them a fail-safe at left tackle in case Greg Robinson has to move inside or to the right side.

11. Minnesota Vikings- Trae Waynes, Cornerback, Michigan State: The Vikings continue to make strides, fulfilling the image of coach Mike Zimmer by becoming a very good defensive team. Waynes is an immediate starter and producer.

12. Cleveland Browns- DeVante Parker, Wide Receiver, Louisville: Cleveland had significant needs at the receiver position in the wake of the season-long suspension of Josh Gordon, who wasn't even that great last year whene he played. The team brought in Dwyane Bowe and Brian Hartline but none of those guys look like the answer to the problem. Parker already is a really good route-runner, has excellent size and good hands.

13. New Orleans Saints- Randy Gregory, Defensive End, Nebraska: Some project Gregory to slide all the way out of the first round, but the Saints need another pass rusher and Gregory might not slide as far as some think.

14. Miami Dolphins- La'el Collins, Offensive Tackle, LSU: Dolphins are looking for better guard play to help establish a more physical presence up front. Collins is as physical as any lineman in this draft.

15. San Francisco 49ers- Arik Armstead, Defensive Tackle, Oregon: We know the 49ers need inside linebacker help, but this isn't the spot for that pick. Armstead is the future replacement for Justin Smith.

16. Houston Texans- Breshad Perriman, Wide Receiver, UCF: Perriman won't step in and replace Andre Johnson right away, but he has the type of ceiling, with his size and speed, that will get him drafted early on.

17. San Diego Chargers- DJ Humphries, Offensive Tackle, Florida: Todd Gurley or Melvin Gordon would be an easy fill-in here, but Humphries has the talent and toughness that San Diego covets up front.

18. Kansas City Chiefs- Malcolm Brown, Defensive Tackle, Texas: Brown should be a three-down player right away for the Chiefs. He would fit right in with Justin Houston and Dantri Poe.

19. Cleveland Browns (via Buffalo Bills)- Danny Shelton, Nose Tackle, Washington: Hard to believe that the "The Big Rumbler" drops this far on draft night, but the Browns and their fans would rejoice. Two first-round picks for the second year in a row for Cleveland.

20. Philadelphia Eagles- Landon Collins, Strong Safety, Alabama: Cornerback is a possibility here, but Collins fills a major need on this Eagle defense.u

21. Cincinnati Bengals- Shane Ray, Defensive End, Missouri: Concerns over the health of Ray's foot could cause him to slide a little bit in this draft. A chance to nab him would be hard for the Bengals, who need pass-rush help, to pass up.

22. Pittsburgh Steelers- Marcus Peters, Cornerback, Washington: During the pro day process, the Steelers have been associated with some of the better cornerbacks in the draft. It stands to reason they’re going to take one high. Peters has the ability to be the best one, as long as he doesn’t get into a disagreement with coaches.

23. Detroit Lions- Eddie Goldman, Defensive Tackle, Florida State: Although the Lions traded for Haloti Ngata and signed Tyrunn Walker, the depth there can be improved. Goldman could be brought along slowly, which might be best for him. He’s inconsistent, but incredibly disruptive when he’s on.

24. Arizona Cardinals- Kevin Johnson, Cornerback, Wake Forest: The Cardinals could use a running back or a pass rusher, but Johnson is an accomplished man defender and bolsters the Cards' secondary.

25. Carolina Panthers- Cedric Ogbuehi, Offensive Tackle, Texas A&M: Personnel men tell me Ogbuehi's ACL tear doesn't worry them and that he'll be a first-round pick. Carolina happens to need an athletic tackle.

26. Baltimore Ravens- Todd Gurley, Running Back, Georgia: Ozzie Newsome took Jamal Lewis with the fifth overall pick 15 years ago. Gurley or Gordon could once again tempt Newsome to look RB in Round 1.

27. Dallas Cowboys- Melvin Gordon, Running Back, Wisconsin: DeMarco Murray's production worked wonders for Tony Romo and the Dallas offense. Gordon allows Dallas to continue along that same path.

28. Denver Broncos- Jake Fisher, Offensive Tackle, Oregon: Fisher is a scheme fit for Gary Kubiak and offers a higher floor than the tackles who might be available here.

29. Indianapolis Colts- Ereck Flowers, Offensive Tackle, Miami: Mauler and brawler who loves to fire out and hit people. Flowers is a work in progress as a pass blocker, but the Colts could start him inside at right guard from Day 1.

30. Green Bay Packers- Jalen Collins, Cornerback, LSU: The Packers could use an ILB or DL, but this might be too early to address those spots, and Ted Thompson loves CBs with speed and length. Collins has both.

31. New Orleans Saints (via Seattle Seahawks)- Nelson Agholor, Wide Receiver, USC: Rumors are hot and heavy that Agholor will be gone by the 31st pick, but if he's still on the board here, the Saints get another much-needed toy for Drew Brees and the offense.

32. New England Patriots- Laken Tomlinson, Guard, Duke: The Patriots don't care about flash, and Tomlinson is one of the safest players in the draft. The Pats can certainly use some help on the offensive line.

Candidates to replace Scott Brooks as Thunder head coach

Earlier today, the Oklahoma City Thunder fired head coach Scott Brooks today. Here are some candidates to replace Brooks.

1. Kevin Ollie, Head Coach, Connecticut
2. Billy Donovan, Head Coach, Florida
3. Mike D'Antoni, Former Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks, and Los Angeles Lakers Head Coach
4. Tom Thibodeau, Head Coach, Chicago Bulls
5. Mike Malone, Former Sacramento Kings Head Coach

Candidates to replace Todd McLellan as Sharks head coach

Earlier today, it was announced that the San Jose Sharks had parted ways with head coach Todd McLellan after a disappointing season. Here are some candidates to replace McLellan as Sharks head coach.

1. Jeff Blashill, Head Coach, Grand Rapid Griffins (AHL)
2. Dan Bylsma, Former Pittsburgh Penguins Head Coach
3. Randy Carlyle, Former Anaheim Ducks & Toronto Maple Leafs Head Coach
4. Marc Crawford, Former Los Angeles Kings & Dallas Stars Head Coach
5. Kevin Dineen, Assistant Coach, Chicago Blackhawks
6. Paul MacLean, Former Ottawa Senators Head Coach
7. Dale Hunter, Head Coach, London Knights (OHL)
8. John Hynes, Head Coach, Wilkes Barre/Scranton Penguins (AHL)
9. Adam Oates, Former Washington Capitals Head Coach
10. Mike Babcock, Head Coach, Detroit Red Wings
11. Larry Robinson, Assistant Coach, San Jose Sharks

Candidates to replace Craig Berube as Flyers head coach

Earlier today, the Philadelphia Flyers had fired head coach Craig Berube after a disappointing season. Here are some candidates to replace Berube.

1. Mike Babcock, Head Coach, Detroit Red Wings
2. Todd McLellan, Head Coach, San Jose Sharks
3. Claude Julien, Head Coach, Boston Bruins
4. Dan Bylsma, Former Pittsburgh Penguins Head Coach
5. John Stevens, Assistant Coach, Los Angeles Kings
6. John Tortorella, Former Tampa Bay Lightning & New York Rangers Head Coach
7. Terry Murray, Head Coach, Lehigh Valley Phantoms (AHL)
8. Andy Murray, Head Coach, Western Michigan
9. Kevin Dineen, Assistant Coach, Chicago Blackhawks
10. Dallas Eakins, Former Edmonton Oilers Head Coach
11. Luke Richardson, Head Coach, Binghamton Senators (AHL)
12. Guy Boucher, Former Tampa Bay Lightning Head Coach
13. Pete DeBoer, Former New Jersey Devils Head Coach
14. Jeff Blashill, Head Coach, Grand Rapid Griffins (AHL)
15. Mike Stothers, Head Coach, Manchester Monarchs (AHL)
16. Paul MacLean, Former Toronto Maple Leafs Head Coach
17. Ron Wilson, Former San Jose Sharks & Toronto Maple Leafs Head Coach

Candidates to become the Devils next head coach

The New Jersey Devils fired now ex-coach Peter DeBoer midseason and GM Lou Lamerillo took over behind the bench. Here are some candidates to become the Devils next head coach.

1. Scott Stevens, Former New Jersey Devils Defenseman
2. Adam Oates, Former Washington Capitals Head Coach
3. Dave Tippett, Head Coach, Arizona Coyotes
4. Guy Boucher, Former Tampa Bay Lightning Head Coach
5. Dan Bylsma, Former Pittsburgh Penguins Head Coach
6. Randy Carlyle, Former Anaheim Ducks & Toronto Maple Leafs Head Coach
7. Ron Wilson, Former San Jose Sharks & Toronto Maple Leafs Head Coach
8. Mike Babcock, Head Coach, Detroit Red Wings
9. Todd McLellan, Head Coach, San Jose Sharks
10. Paul MacLean, Former Ottawa Senators Head Coach
11. John Stevens, Assistant Coach, Los Angeles Kings
12. Doug Houda, Assistant Coach, Boston Bruins
13. John Tortorella, Former Tampa Bay Lightning & New York Rangers Head Coach
14. Ulf Samuelsson, Assistant Coach, New York Rangers
15. Marc Crawford, Former Los Angeles Kings & Dallas Stars Head Coach

Candidates to replace Peter Horachek as Maple Leafs head coach

The Toronto Maple Leafs had fired interim head coach Peter Horachek and GM Dave Nonis earlier this week after a dismal season. Here are some candidates to replace Horachek.

1. Mike Babcock, Head Coach, Detroit Red Wings
2. Todd McLean, Head Coach, San Jose Sharks
3. Dallas Eakins, Former Edmonton Oilers Head Coach
4. John Tortorella, Former Tampa Bay Lightning & New York Rangers Head Coach
5. Ted Nolan, Former Buffalo Sabres Head Coach
6. Joe Sacco, Former Colorado Avalanche Head Coach
7. Paul MacLean, Former Ottawa Senators Head Coach
8. Guy Boucher, Former Tampa Bay Lightning Head Coach
9. Claude Noel, Former Winnipeg Jets Head Coach
10. Dan Bylsma, Former Pittsburgh Penguins Head Coach

Candidates to replace Ted Nolan as Sabres head coach

The Sabres had fired Ted Nolan as head coach earlier in the week after a disastrous season of tanking. Here are some candidates to replace Nolan.

1. Todd McLean, Head Coach, San Jose Sharks
2. Luke Richardson, Head Coach, Binghamton Senators (AHL)
3. Mike Babcock, Head Coach, Detroit Red Wings
4. Dan Bylsma, Former Pittsburgh Penguins Head Coach
5. Claude Julien, Head Coach, Boston Bruins
6. John Tortorella, Former Tampa Bay Lightning & New York Rangers Head Coach

2015 NBA Awards

Here are my awards for the 2014-15 NBA season.

MVP- Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors: Curry is on the leagues best team, that is the Warriors. I understand the improved play of many of his teammates certainly helped his teams success, but Curry is the best player on a team that had a historically great season. He is the most fun player to watch in the league as well. I expect Curry to be great in the playoffs as well.
Runner up: James Harden, Houston Rockets

Defensive Player of the Year- Draymond Green, Golden State Warriors: Green is also in the conversation for Most Improved, but he had a tremendous season on the defensive end, especially for a forward. Green has a lot of work cut out for him come playoff time when he has to guard the likes of Anthony Davis.
Runner up: Kawhi Leonard, San Antonio Spurs

Rookie of the Year- Andrew Wiggins, Minnesota Timberwolves: Yes, the Wolves were the NBA's worst team this season, but Wiggins had an excellent rookie season. The team deserves credit for actually getting something great back for Kevin Love. I believe Wiggins has a bright future ahead of him and his rookie season showed for it.
Runner up: Nikola Mirotic, Chicago Bulls

Most Improved Player- Jimmy Butler, Chicago Bulls: Bulter made a massive leap this season and he has the chance to place himself in the games elite with a great playoff performance. It's ironic since he had this type of season in a contract year. I do expect Butler to be great in the postseason and he'll show for it.
Runner up: Rudy Gobert, Utah Jazz

Sixth Man of the Year- Isaiah Thomas, Boston Celtics: Danny Ainge deserves a lot of credit for acquiring Thomas at the trade deadline. He has done a great job coming off the bench and giving the C's a scoring punch off the bench. Expect Thomas to be great in the postseason for Boston.
Runner up: Lou Williams, Toronto Raptors

Coach of the Year- Mike Budenholzer, Atlanta Hawks: Atlanta has exceeded all expectations this season and here they are as the one-seed in the Eastern Conference. There aren't superstars on this team, but the Hawks have players that fit what their identity and know all of their roles. Budenholzer deserves credit for getting a lot out of this club.
Runner up: Steve Kerr, Golden State Warriors

2015 NBA Playoffs TV Schedule & Announcers

Here is the TV schedule for the 2015 NBA playoffs with announcers.

April 18th- Game 1, ECQF: Wizards vs Raptors; 12:30, ESPN: Mark Jones, Doris Burke, JA Adande
April 18th- Game 1, WCQF: Pelicans vs Warriors; 3:30, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Lisa Salters
April 18th- Game 1, ECQF: Bucks vs Bulls; 7:00, ESPN: Dave Pasch, Jon Barry, Israel Gutierrez
April 18th- Game 1, WCQF: Mavericks vs Rockets; 9:30, ESPN: Mike Tirico, Hubie Brown, Heather Cox
April 19th- Game 1, ECQF: Celtics vs Cavaliers; 3:00, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Lisa Salters
April 19th- Game 1, ECQF: Nets vs Hawks; 5:30, TNT: Marv Albert, Chris Webber, David Aldridge
April 19th- Game 1, WCQF: Trail Blazers vs Grizzlies; 8:00, TNT: Kevin Calabro, Brent Barry, Lewis Johnson
April 19th- Game 1, WCQF: Spurs vs Clippers; 10:30, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, Jaime Maggio
April 20th- Game 2, ECQF: Bucks vs Bulls; 8:00, TNT: Brian Anderson, Steve Smith, Allie LaForce
April 20th- Game 2, WCQF: Pelicans vs Warriors; 10:30, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, Tracy Wolfson
April 21st- Game 2, ECQF: Celtics vs Cavaliers; 7:00, TNT: Marv Albert, Chris Webber, Rachel Nichols
April 21st- Game 2, ECQF: Wizards vs Raptors; 8:00, NBATV: Ian Eagle, Grant Hill, Allie LaForce
April 21st- Game 2, WCQF: Mavericks vs Rockets; 9:30, TNT: Brian Anderson, Steve Smith, Rebecca Haarlow
April 22nd- Game 2, ECQF: Nets vs Hawks; 7:00, NBATV: Spero Dedes, Mike Fratello, David Aldridge
April 22nd- Game 2, WCQF: Trail Blazers vs Grizzlies; 8:00, TNT: Kevin Calabro, Brent Barry, Lewis Johnson
April 22nd- Game 2, WCQF: Spurs vs Clippers; 10:30, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, Jaime Maggio
April 23rd- Game 3, ECQF: Cavaliers vs Celtics; 7:00, TNT: Marv Albert, Chris Webber, Rachel Nichols
April 23rd- Game 3, ECQF: Bulls vs Bucks; 8:00, NBATV: Ian Eagle, Grant Hill, Allie LaForce
April 23rd- Game 3, WCQF: Warriors vs Pelicans; 9:30, TNT: Brian Anderson, Steve Smith, Allie LaForce
April 24th- Game 3, WCQF: Rockets vs Mavericks; 7:00, ESPN: Mike Tirico, Hubie Brown, Heather Cox
April 24th- Game 3, ECQF: Raptors vs Wizards; 8:00, ESPN2: Mark Jones, Doris Burke, JA Adande
April 24th- Game 3, WCQF: Clippers vs Spurs; 9:30, ESPN: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Lisa Salters
April 25th- Game 3, ECQF: Hawks vs Nets; 3:00, TNT: Marv Albert, Chris Webber, David Aldridge
April 25th- Game 4, ECQF: Bulls vs Bucks; 5:30, TNT: Brian Anderson, Steve Smith, Allie LaForce
April 25th- Game 4, WCQF: Warriors vs Pelicans; 8:00, ESPN: Dave Pasch, Jon Barry, Israel Gutierrez
April 25th- Game 3, WCQF: Grizzlies vs Trail Blazers; 10:30, ESPN: Ryan Ruocco, PJ Carlesimo, Chris Broussard
April 26th- Game 4, ECQF: Cavaliers vs Celtics; 1:00, ABC: Mike Tirico, Hubie Brown, Heather Cox
April 26th- Game 4, WCQF: Clippers vs Spurs; 3:30, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Lisa Salters
April 26th- Game 4, ECQF: Raptors vs Wizards; 7:00, TNT: Ian Eagle, Grant Hill, Allie LaForce
April 26th- Game 4, WCQF: Rockets vs Mavericks; 9:30, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, Jaime Maggio
April 27th- Game 4, ECQF: Hawks vs Nets; 7:00, NBATV: Spero Dedes, Mike Fratello, David Aldridge
April 27th- Game 5, ECQF: Bucks vs Bulls; 8:00, TNT: Brian Anderson, Steve Smith, Rebecca Haarlow
April 27th- Game 4, WCQF: Grizzlies vs Trail Blazers; 10:30, TNT: Kevin Calabro, Brent Barry, Lewis Johnson
April 28th- Game 5, WCQF: Mavericks vs Rockets; 8:00, TNT: Marv Albert, Chris Webber, David Aldridge
April 28th- Game 5, WCQF: Spurs vs Clippers; 10:30, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, Jaime Maggio
April 29th- Game 5, ECQF: Nets vs Hawks; 7:00, TNT: Spero Dedes, Mike Fratello, David Aldridge
April 29th- Game 5, WCQF: Trail Blazers vs Grizzlies, 9:30, TNT: Kevin Calabro, Brent Barry, Lewis Johnson
April 30th- Game 6, ECQF: Bulls vs Bucks; 7:00, TNT: Brian Anderson, Steve Smith, Allie LaForce
April 30th- Game 6, WCQF: Clippers vs Spurs; 9:30, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, Jaime Maggio
May 1st- Game 6, ECQF: Hawks vs Nets; 8:00, ESPN: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
May 2nd- Game 7, WCQF: Spurs vs Clippers; 8:00, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Chris Webber, Jaime Maggio
May 3rd- Game 1, ECSF: Wizards vs Hawks; 1:00, ABC: Mike Tirico, Hubie Brown, Lisa Salters
May 3rd- Game 1, WCSF: Grizzlies vs Warriors; 3:30, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
May 4th- Game 1, ECSF: Bulls vs Cavaliers; 7:00, TNT: Marv Albert, Chris Webber, Rachel Nichols
May 4th- Game 1, WCSF: Clippers vs Rockets; 9:30, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, Tracy Wolfson
May 5th- Game 2, ECSF: Wizards vs Hawks; 8:00, TNT: Ian Eagle, Brent Barry, David Aldridge
May 5th- Game 2, WCSF: Grizzlies vs Warriors; 10:30, TNT: Brian Anderson, Steve Smith, Lewis Johnson
May 6th- Game 2, ECSF: Bulls vs Cavaliers; 7:00, TNT: Marv Albert, Chris Webber, Rachel Nichols
May 6th- Game 2, WCSF: Clippers vs Rockets; 9:30, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, Tracy Wolfson
May 8th- Game 3, ECSF: Cavaliers vs Bulls; 8:00, ESPN: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Lisa Salters
May 8th- Game 3, WCSF: Rockets vs Clippers; 10:30, ESPN: Mike Tirico, Hubie Brown, Doris Burke
May 9th- Game 3, ECSF: Hawks vs Wizards; 5:00, ESPN: Dave Pasch, PJ Carlesimo, Chris Broussard
May 9th- Game 3, WCSF: Warriors vs Grizzlies; 8:00, ABC: Mike Tirico, Jon Barry, Heather Cox
May 10th- Game 4, ECSF: Cavaliers vs Bulls; 3:30, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Lisa Salters
May 10th- Game 4, WCSF: Rockets vs Clippers; 8:30, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, Tracy Wolfson
May 11th- Game 4, ECSF: Hawks vs Wizards; 7:00, TNT: Ian Eagle, Brent Barry, David Aldridge
May 11th- Game 4, WCSF: Warriors vs Grizzlies; 9:30, TNT: Brian Anderson, Steve Smith, Lewis Johnson
May 12th- Game 5: ECSF: Bulls vs Cavaliers; 7:00, TNT: Marv Albert, Chris Webber, Rachel Nichols
May 12th- Game 5: WCSF: Clippers vs Rockets; 9:30, TNT: Kevin Harlan, Reggie Miller, Tracy Wolfson
May 13th- Game 5: ECSF: Wizards vs Hawks; 8:00, TNT: Ian Eagle, Brent Barry, David Aldridge
May 13th- Game 5: WCSF: Grizzlies vs Warriors; 10:30, TNT: Brian Anderson, Steve Smith, Lewis Johnson
May 14th- Game 6: ECSF: Cavaliers vs Bulls; 8:00, ESPN: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Lisa Salters
May 14th- Game 6: WCSF: Rockets vs Clippers; 10:30, ESPN: Mike Tirico, Jon Barry, JA Adande
May 15th- Game 6: ECSF: Hawks vs Wizards; 7:00, ESPN: Dave Pasch, PJ Carlesimo, Chris Broussard
May 15th- Game 6: WCSF: Warriors vs Grizzlies; 9:30, ESPN: Mike Tirico, Hubie Brown, Heather Cox
May 17th- Game 7: WCSF: Clippers vs Rockets; 3:30, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Lisa Salters
May 19th- Game 1: WCF: Rockets vs Warriors; 9:00, ESPN: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
May 20th- Game 1: ECF: Cavaliers vs Hawks; 8:30, TNT: Marv Albert, Reggie Miller, Chris Webber, David Aldridge, Rachel Nichols
May 21st- Game 2: WCF: Rockets vs Warriors; 9:00, ESPN: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
May 22nd- Game 2: ECF: Cavaliers vs Hawks; 8:30, TNT: Marv Albert, Reggie Miller, Chris Webber, David Aldridge, Rachel Nichols
May 23rd- Game 3: WCF: Warriors vs Rockets; ESPN: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
May 24th- Game 3: ECF: Hawks vs Cavaliers; 8:30, TNT: Marv Albert, Reggie Miller, Chris Webber, David Aldridge, Rachel Nichols
May 25th- Game 4: WCF: Warriors vs Rockets; ESPN: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
May 24th- Game 4: ECF: Hawks vs Cavaliers; 8:30, TNT: Marv Albert, Reggie Miller, Chris Webber, David Aldridge, Rachel Nichols
May 25th- Game 5: WCF: Rockets vs Warriors; 9:00, ESPN: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
June 4th- Game 1: Finals: Cavaliers vs Warriors; 9:00, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
June 7th- Game 2: Finals: Cavaliers vs Warriors; 8:00, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
June 9th- Game 3: Finals: Warriors vs Cavaliers; 9:00, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
June 12th- Game 4: Finals: Warriors vs Cavaliers; 9:00, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
June 14th- Game 5: Finals: Cavaliers vs Warriors; 8:00, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke
June 16th- Game 6: Finals: Warriors vs Cavaliers; 9:00, ABC: Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson, Doris Burke

2015 NBA Playoffs Quarterfinals Predictions

Here are my predictions for the NBA playoff Quarterfinals.

Eastern Conference
(E1) Atlanta Hawks vs (E8) Brooklyn Nets: Atlanta had a tremendous year and they are basically a poor-mans Spurs from a standpoint of how they play. Brooklyn was a dissappointment for most of the season, but thanks to a win on Wednesday night and a Pacers loss, they are in the playoffs and not in the lottery, in which they would have gave their pick to the Hawks to complete the trade for Joe Johnson. Now with Paul Milsap back from injury and the inconsistancy of the Nets, I expect the Hawks to win a shore series.
Prediction: Hawks in five games.

(E2) Cleveland Cavaliers vs (E7) Boston Celtics: Cleveland is no question the team to beat in the Eastern Conference as they try to make their first postseason run since before LeBron left for Miami. Boston on the other hand has been one of the surprise teams of the Eastern Conference and coach Brad Stevens deserves credit for the turnaround. I believe this will be a short series as well, but a competitive one as Stevens will get his team to play well, but fall short to a much better Cavs teams with LeBron, Kyrie Iriving, and Kevin Love leading the way.
Prediction: Cavaliers in five games.

(E3) Chicago Bulls vs (E6) Milwaukee Bucks: Chicago hopes to have their team healthy for what should be a fascinating playoffs for them. Milwaukee has overachieved this season and here they are in the postseason. Even with their health issues, Chicago should get by Milwaukee and this is a huge opportunity for Derrick Rose to get going. Jason Kidd will be in the conversation for coach of the year for the job he has done with this team. I think Chicago wins a short series, but expect a breakout performance from budding star Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Prediction: Bulls in five games.

(E4) Toronto Raptors vs (E5) Washington Wizards: Both of these squads (Washington in particular) has struggled over the last couple of months. Toronto has built on last seasons success and looks poised to take the next step. Washington wants to get out of their funk, but I just don't see it. Randy Wittman has coached this team poorly and he might just lose his job if the Wiz lose this series. I do believe this will be a competitive series, but I expect the Raps to move on.
Prediction: Raptors in six games.

Western Conference
(W1) Golden State Warriors vs (W8) New Orleans Pelicans: Golden State had a historical regular season and their poised for a deep playoff run. New Orleans, behind an MVP caliber season from Anthony Davis and taking advantage of the Thunder's injury situation, are here in the playoffs. Expect Davis to have a tremendous series, but Golden State is the by far the better team with MVP favorite Stephen Curry leading the way. I would be surprised if the Dubs lost more than one game in this series.
Prediction: Warriors in five games.

(W2) Houston Rockets vs (W7) Dallas Mavericks: This should be a tremendous series considering this is an in-state rivalry. Houston, led by MVP candidate James Harden, wants to take the next step by avoiding a first-round exit for the third straight year. Dallas has been playing mediocre basketball down the stretch, but this team led by Dirk Nowitzki, normally have a knack for playing well in the postseason. This series is smells a seven and I believe Harden and Dwight Howard will lead the Rockets to the second round.
Prediction: Rockets in seven games.

(W3) Los Angeles Clippers vs (W6) San Antonio Spurs: This is the best series of the first round. Both teams have been playing tremendous basketball down the stretch. It sucks that one of these two teams will lose in the first round. The Clippers have a great starting five and a weak bench. San Antonio is arguably the best team in the league when everyone is healthy and that is indeed the case. I'm curious to see if Gregg Popovich has Kawhi Leonard defend Chris Paul in this series. If that's the case, it should be great. This is going to be an outstanding series, but San Antonio should win the series with their core healthy.
Prediction: Spurs in six games.

(W4) Portland Trail Blazers vs (W5) Memphis Grizzlies: This should be a fairly interesting series. Portland hasn't been healthy for the past few months, epically with Wesley Matthews being out for the season with a torn ACL. Memphis hasn't played very well the past few months because Marc Gasol and Mike Conley tailed off offensively. Considering the health of the Blazers, I like the Grizzlies to turn on their defense and take the series.
Prediction: Grizzlies in six games.

2015 NHL Awards

Here are my awards for the 2014-15 NHL Season.

Hart Trophy- Carey Price, Montreal Canadiens: If it weren't for Price, who knows where the Canadiens would be. Price had a historical season behind the net and I expect Price to be great in the playoffs. I would be stunned if Price doesn't win this.
Runner up: Alex Ovechkin, Washington Capitals

Vezina Trophy- Price: See above.

Norris Trophy- Eric Karlsson, Ottawa Senators: Karlsson was outstanding this season on both ends. He is one of the games best and his play is a huge reason for Ottawa's resurgence into the postseason. This Norris Trophy pick was a tough call, but I decided to go with Karlsson.
Runner up: Shea Weber, Nashville Predators

Calder Trophy- Johnny Goudreau, Calgary Flames: "Johnny Hockey" has been terrific all season long. His play is a huge reason why Calgary has defied the odds and exceeded all expectations this season. Expect Goudreau to shine in the postseason.
Runner up: Aaron Ekblad, Florida Panthers

Jack Adams Award- Bob Hartley, Calgary Flames: No one saw Calgary making the playoffs before the season as they were predicted the Western Conference cellar-dwellers. Hartley got a lot out of this team and don't be surprised if they make some noise during the playoffs.
Runner up: Paul Maurice, Winnipeg Jets

Selke Trophy- Patrice Bergeron, Boston Bruins: Bergeron is a great defensive forward who is very valuable to his team. The B's did not qualify for the postseason, but that doesn't stop a player who's great at face-offs and plays great defense from winning this award.
Runner up: Jonathan Toews, Chicago Blackhawks

2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs Quarterfinals Predictions

Here are my predictions for the Quarterfinals of the 2015 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Eastern Conference
(M1) New York Rangers vs (WC2) Pittsburgh Penguins: Two division foes heading in opposite directions as the regular season ended will face off in round one, almost a year after a seven game semi-finals matchup. The Rangers have been on an incredible run since mid December and Pittsburgh has been a .500 team over the last few months. Despite having a great scoring duo threat in Sidney Crosby and Evengi Malkin, Pittsburgh is missing three of its top four defenseman and have a goaltender in Marc Andre Fleury who cannot be trusted in the postseason. The Presidents Trophy winning Rangers are just an overall better team at this point on all ends.
Prediction: Rangers in five games.

(M2) Washington Capitals vs (M3) New York Islanders: This should be a great series between these two division foes. Two of the leagues best players in Alex Ovechkin and John Tavares going against eachother is the top storyline of this series. Washington has been playing well down the stretch meanwhile the Isalnders, who got off to a great start this season, have faltered down the stretch. To me this series comes down to goaltending in this series and Braden Holtby has been great this season while Jaroslav Halak has been awful of late after a great start to the season. These are evenly matched teams, but give me the Caps.
Prediction: Capitals in seven games.

(A1) Montreal Canadiens vs (WC1) Ottawa Senators: This should be a great series between these division foes who met in the postseason two years ago. Ottawa was fourteen points out of a playoff spot at the All-Star break and they went on incredible run and ended up in the first Wild Card spot. Everyone knows about Andrew Hammond (The Hamburglar) by now, but Ottawa has a solid core on both ends. Montreal has a great goalie in Carey Price with a great defense behind him led by PK Subban. Montreal's offense isn't great, especially with Max Pacioretty not being one hundred percent. This series should be great, but Price will carry Montreal to the second round.
Prediction: Canadiens in six games.

(A2) Tampa Bay Lightning vs (A3) Detroit Red Wings: This should be a fun series to watch between these two division foes. Tampa Bay is a great offensive team with Steven Stamkos leading the way. Their defense has been dealing with injury issues of late. Detroit is a team that hasn't played great down the stretch, but they can't be underestimated with the great coaching by Mike Babcock and this team plays with a ton of pride and heart. Both teams starting goalies in Ben Bishop and Petr Mrazek have yet to play a playoff game. Although the Detroit can't be counted out, Tampa Bay's offense might be too much to Detroit to overcome.
Prediction: Lightning in six games.

Western Conference
(P1) Anaheim Ducks vs (WC2) Winnipeg Jets: Who saw Winnipeg making the playoffs before the season? I didn't. But it turns out, this is a pretty good hockey club. So is Anaheim, who owns the top seed in the Western Conference. Anaheim has a great offensive core led by Ryan Getzlaf and Corey Perry. Winnipeg has a solid core of players as well such as Dustin Bufglyen, who is coming off a four game suspension. The goaltending for both teams is not very trustworthy, but with that said Anaheim is just the better team.
Prediction: Ducks in six games.

(P2) Vancouver Canucks vs (P3) Calgary Flames: Like Winnipeg, who saw these two teams making the postseason before the season started? Especially Calgary, who was pegged as a cellar dweller in the preseason predictions. Vancouver has a good offensive core led by the Sedin twins, Henrik and Daniel. Calgary has a solid offense led by Calder Trophy favorite Johnny Gaudreau and Jiri Hudler. Vancouver is missing Ryan Miller, although Eddie Lack has been great filling in. Karri Ramo has been great for Calgary as well. Both of these teams are well coached and this has the potential to be a better series than people think. That said, I like Calgary in this series.
Prediction: Flames in six games.

(C1) St. Louis Blues vs (WC1) Minnesota Wild: I really love this series between these division foes and this has the potential to be a classic. St. Louis is a great all around team on both ends and so is Minnesota. Offensively, Vladimir Tarasenko had a breakout year for St. Louis and Zach Parise had a solid year in Minnesota. Defensively, Alex Pietrangelo and Ryan Suter lead the way for their respective teams. From a goaltending standpoint, Jake Allen and Devan Dubnyk have been great down the stretch, Dubnyk in particular. This is a tough series to predict, but St. Louis should get by with home ice advantage.
Prediction: Blues in seven games.

(C2) Nashville Predators vs (C3) Chicago Blackhawks: This should be a great series between two division foes. Nashville had a great regular season under new head coach Peter Laviolette and Chicago is looking to get Patrick Kane back from injury, which could very well happen in this series. Both teams have great goaltending in Pekka Rinne and Corey Crawford respectively. The defenses are also great led by Shea Weber in Nashville and Duncan Keith in Chicago. Both teams are solid offensively as well led by Mike Riberio in Nashville and Kane and Johnathan Toews for Chicago. That said, with Kane coming back, Chicago should take the series.
Prediction: Blackhawks in six games.

2015 Stanley Cup Playoff TV Schedule & Announcers

Here is the TV Schedule and Announcers for the 2015 Stanley Cup playoffs.


April 15th- Game 1, ECQF: Senators vs Canadiens; 7:00, NHLN: Paul Romanuk, Mike Johnson, Glenn Healy, David Amber (CBC feed)
April 15th- Game 1, ECQF: Islanders vs Capitals; 7:00, USA: Kenny Albert & Pierre McGuire
April 15th- Game 1, WCQF: Blackhawks vs Predators; 8:30, NBCSN: Gord Miller & Joe Micheletti
April 15th- Game 1, WCQF: Flames vs Canucks; 10:00, USA: Chris Cuthbert & Brett Hedican
April 16th- Game 1, ECQF: Penguins vs Rangers; 7:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick & Pierre McGuire
April 16th- Game 1, ECQF: Red Wings vs Lightning; 7:30, CNBC: John Forslund & Andy Brickley
April 16th- Game 1, WCQF: Wild vs Blues; 9:30, NBCSN: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
April 16th- Game 1, WCQF: Jets vs Ducks; 10:30, CNBC: Dave Randorf, Garry Galley, Cassie Campbell-Pascall (Sports Net feed)
April 17th- Game 2, ECQF: Senators vs Canadiens; 7:00, CNBC: Chris Cuthbert & Brett Hedican
April 17th- Game 2, ECQF: Islanders vs Capitals; 7:00, NBCSN: Kenny Albert & Pierre McGuire
April 17th- Game 2, WCQF: Blackhawks vs Predators; 9:30, NBCSN: Gord Miller & Joe Micheletti
April 17th- Game 2, WCQF: Flames vs Canucks; 10:00, CNBC: Jim Hughson, Craig Simpson, Scott Oake (CBC feed)
April 18th- Game 2, ECQF: Red Wings vs Lightning; 3:00, NBC: John Forslund & Andy Brickley
April 18th- Game 2, WCQF: Wild vs Blues; 3:00, NBC: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
April 18th- Game 2, ECQF: Penguins vs Rangers; 8:00, NBC: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
April 18th- Game 2, WCQF: Jets vs Ducks; 10:30, NBCSN: Dave Randorf, Garry Galley, Cassie Campbell-Pascall (Sports Net feed)
April 19th- Game 3, ECQF: Capitals vs Islanders; 12:00, NBC: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
April 19th- Game 3, WCQF: Predators vs Blackhawks; 3:00, NBC: Kenny Albert, Brian Engblom, Joe Micheletti
April 19th- Game 3, ECQF: Canadiens vs Senators; 7:00, NBCSN: Chris Cuthbert & Bret Hedican
April 19th- Game 3, WCQF: Canucks vs Flames; 10:00, NBCSN: Jim Hughson, Craig Simpson, Scott Oake (CBC feed)
April 20th- Game 3, ECQF: Rangers vs Penguins; 7:00, NBCSN: Gord Miller & Pierre McGuire
April 20th- Game 3, WCQF: Blues vs Wild; 8:00, CNBC: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
April 20th- Game 3, WCQF: Ducks vs Jets; 9:00, NHLN (JIP NBCSN after NYR/PIT): Dave Randorf, Garry Galley, Cassie Campbell-Pascall (Sports Net feed)
April 21st- Game 3, ECQF: Lightning vs Red Wings; 7:00, NBCSN: John Forslund & Andy Brickley
April 21st- Game 4, ECQF: Capitals vs Islanders; 7:00, USA: Kenny Albert & Pierre McGuire
April 21st- Game 4, WCQF: Predators vs Blackhawks; 9:30, NBCSN: Gord Miller & Joe Micheletti
April 21st- Game 4, WCQF: Canucks vs Flames; 10:00, USA: Chris Cuthbert & Bret Hedican
April 22nd- Game 4, ECQF: Canadiens vs Senators; 7:00, USA: John Forslund & Andy Brickley
April 22nd- Game 4, ECQF: Rangers vs Penguins; 7:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick & Pierre McGuire
April 22nd- Game 4, WCQF: Blues vs Wild; 9:30, NBCSN: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
April 22nd- Game 4, WCQF: Ducks vs Jets; 9:30, USA: Chris Cuthbert & Bret Hedican
April 23rd- Game 4, ECQF: Lightning vs Red Wings; 7:00, NBCSN: John Forslund & Andy Brickley
April 23rd- Game 5, ECQF: Islanders vs Capitals; 7:00, CNBC: Kenny Albert & Pierre McGuire
April 23rd- Game 5, WCQF: Blackhawks vs Predators; 9:30, NBCSN: Gord Miller & Joe Micheletti
April 23rd- Game 5, WCQF: Flames vs Canucks; 10:00, CNBC: Jim Hughson, Craig Simpson, Scott Oake (CBC feed)
April 24th- Game 5, ECQF: Penguins vs Rangers; 7:00, NBCSN: Gord Miller & Pierre McGuire
April 24th- Game 5, ECQF: Senators vs Canadiens; 7:00, CNBC: Paul Romanuk, Mike Johnson, Glenn Healy, David Amber (CBC feed)
April 24th- Game 5, WCQF: Wild vs Blues; 9:30, NBCSN: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
April 25th- Game 6, ECQF: Capitals vs Islanders; 3:00, NBC: Chris Cuthbert & Joe Micheletti
April 25th- Game 5, ECQF: Red Wings vs Lightning; 6:00, NBCSN: John Forslund & Andy Brickley
April 25th- Game 6, WCQF: Predators vs Blackhawks; 8:00, NBC: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
April 25th- Game 6, WCQF: Canucks vs Flames; 9:00, NBCSN: Jim Hughson, Craig Simpson, Scott Oake (CBC feed)
April 26th- Game 6: WCQF: Blues vs Wild; 3:00, NBC: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
April 26th- Game 6: ECQF: Canadiens vs Senators; 6:00, NBCSN: Paul Romanuk, Mike Johnson, Glenn Healy (CBC feed)
April 27th- Game 6: ECQF: Lightning vs Red Wings; 7:00, CNBC: John Forslund & Andy Brickley
April 27th- Game 7: ECQF: Islanders vs Capitals; 7:30, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
April 29th- Game 7: ECQF: Red Wings vs Lightning; 7:30, NBCSN: Doc Emrick & Pierre McGuire
April 30th- Game 1: ECSF: Capitals vs Rangers; 7:30, NBCSN: John Forslund & Pierre McGuire
April 30th- Game 1: WCSF: Ducks vs Flames; 10:00, NBCSN: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
May 1st- Game 1: ECSF: Lightning vs Canadiens; 7:00, NBCSN: Kenny Albert & Joe Micheletti
May 1st- Game 1: WCSF: Wild vs Blackhawks; 9:30, NBCSN: Doc Emrick & Pierre McGuire
May 2nd- Game 2: ECSF: Capitals vs Rangers; 3:00, NBC: Kenny Albert, Joe Micheletti, Pierre McGuire
May 3rd- Game 2: ECSF: Lightning vs Canadiens; 6:00, NBCSN: Kenny Albert & Joe Micheletti
May 3rd- Game 2: WCSF: Wild vs Blackhawks; 8:30, NBCSN: Doc Emrick & Pierre McGuire
May 3rd- Game 2: WCSF: Flames vs Ducks; 10:00, CNBC: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
May 4th- Game 3: ECSF: Rangers vs Capitals; 7:30, NBCSN: John Forslund & Pierre McGuire
May 5th- Game 3: WCSF: Blackhawks vs Wild; 8:00, NBCSN: Kenny Albert, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 6th- Game 3: ECSF: Canadiens vs Lightning; 7:00, USA: Chris Cuthbert & Joe Micheletti
May 6th- Game 4: ECSF: Rangers vs Capitals; 7:30, NBCSN: John Forslund & Pierre McGuire
May 6th- Game 3: WCSF: Ducks vs Flames; 9:30, USA: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
May 7th- Game 4: ECSF: Canadiens vs Lightning; 7:00, NBCSN: Kenny Albert & Joe Micheletti
May 7th- Game 4: WCSF: Blackhawks vs Wild; 9:30, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 8th- Game 5: ECSF: Capitals vs Rangers; 7:00, NBCSN: John Forslund & Pierre McGuire
May 8th- Game 4: WCSF: Ducks vs Flames; 9:30, NBCSN: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
May 9th- Game 5: ECSF: Lightning vs Canadiens; 7:00, NBCSN: Kenny Albert & Joe Micheletti
May 10th- Game 6: ECSF: Rangers vs Capitals; 7:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 10th- Game 5: WCSF: Flames vs Ducks; 10:00, NBCSN: Dave Strader & Brian Engblom
May 12th- Game 6: ECSF: Canadiens vs Lightning; 7:30, NBCSN: Kenny Albert, Joe Micheletti, Pierre McGuire
May 13th- Game 7: ECSF: Capitals vs Rangers; 7:30, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 16th- Game 1: ECF: Lightning vs Rangers; 1:00, NBC: Doc Emrick & Pierre McGuire
May 17th- Game 1: WCF: Blackhawks vs Ducks; 3:00, NBC: Kenny Albert, Joe Micheletti, Brian Engblom
May 18th- Game 2: ECF: Lightning vs Rangers; 8:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 19th- Game 2: WCF: Blackhawks vs Ducks; 9:00, NBCSN: Kenny Albert, Joe Micheletti, Brian Engblom
May 20th- Game 3: ECF: Rangers vs Lightning; 8:00, NBCSN: John Forslund, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 21st- Game 3: WCF: Ducks vs Blackhawks; 8:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 22nd- Game 4: ECF: Rangers vs Lightning; 8:00, NBCSN: Kenny Albert, Joe Micheletti, Brian Engblom
May 23rd- Game 4: WCF: Ducks vs Blackhawks; 8:00, NBC: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 24th- Game 5: ECF: Lightning vs Rangers; 8:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 25th- Game 5: WCF: Blackhawks vs Ducks; 9:00, NBCSN: Kenny Albert, Joe Micheletti, Brian Engblom
May 26th- Game 6: ECF: Rangers vs Lightning; 8:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 27th- Game 6: WCF: Ducks vs Blackhawks; 8:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 29th- Game 7: ECF: Lightning vs Rangers; 8:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
May 30th- Game 7: WCF: Blackhawks vs Ducks; 8:00, NBC: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
June 3rd- Game 1: SCF: Blackhawks vs Lightning; 8:00, NBC: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
June 6th- Game 2: SCF: Blackhawks vs Lightning; 7:00, NBC: Doc Emrick & Pierre McGuire
June 8th- Game 3: SCF: Lightning vs Blackhawks; 8:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
June 10th- Game 4: SCF: Lightning vs Blackhawks; 8:00, NBCSN: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
June 13th- Game 5: SCF: Blackhawks vs Lightning; 8:00, NBC: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire
June 15th- Game 6: SCF: Lightning vs Blackhawks; 8:00, NBC: Doc Emrick, Eddie Olczyk, Pierre McGuire

2015 MLB National TV Schedule

Here is the 2015 MLB National TV Schedule.

April 5th- Cardinals vs Cubs; 8:00, ESPN2: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
April 6th- Blue Jays vs Yankees; 1:00, ESPN: Sean McDonough, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
April 6th- Mets vs Nationals; 4:00, ESPN: Karl Ravech, John Kruk, Curt Schilling, Buster Olney
April 6th- Indians vs Astros; 7:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
April 6th- Giants vs Diamondbacks; 10:00, ESPN2: Dave Flemming, Dallas Braden
April 8th- Red Sox vs Phillies; 7:00, ESPN2: Dave O'Brien, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
April 8th- Padres vs Dodgers; 10:00, ESPN2: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
April 10th- Red Sox vs Yankees; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, John Smoltz, Sam Ryan
April 11th- Red Sox vs Yankees; 1:00, FS1: Joe Buck, Harry Reynolds, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
April 11th- Royals vs Angels; 9:00, FS1: Kenny Albert, Eric Karros, Jon Morosi
April 12th- Red Sox vs Yankees; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
April 13th- Yankees vs Orioles; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
April 15th- Mariners vs Dodgers; 10:00, ESPN2: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
April 18th- Orioles vs Red Sox; 4:00, FS1: Kenny Albert, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
April 18th- Yankees vs Rays; 7:00, FS1: Justin Kutcher & Brian Anderson
April 19th- Reds vs Cardinals; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
April 20th- Yankees vs Tigers; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
April 22nd- Cardinals vs Nationals; 7:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
April 24th- Mets vs Yankees; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, Jim Kaat, Sam Ryan
April 25th- Indians vs Tigers; 1:00, FS1: Joe Davis & Eric Karros
April 25th- Mets vs Yankees; 4:00, FS1: Kenny Albert, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
April 26th- Mets vs Yankees; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
April 27th- Nationals vs Braves; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
April 29th- Phillies vs Cardinals; 7:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville, Eduardo Perez, Eric Wedge
May 2nd- Angels vs Giants; 4:00, FS1: Joe Buck, Tom Verducci, Harold Reynolds, Ken Rosenthal 
May 2nd- Reds vs Braves; 7:00, FS1: Justin Kutcher & CJ Nitkowski
May 3rd- Yankees vs Red Sox; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
May 4th- Cubs vs Cardinals; 8:00, ESPN: Sean McDonough, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
May 6th- Orioles vs Mets; 7:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
May 7th- Orioles vs Yankees; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, Jim Kaat, Tom Verducci
May 9th- Royals vs Tigers; 1:00, FS1: Joe Davis & Eric Karros
May 9th- Braves vs Nationals; 4:00, FS1: Justin Kutcher, CJ Nitkowski, Ken Rosenthal 
May 10th- Royals vs Tigers; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
May 11th- Braves vs Reds; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
May 12th- Mets vs Cubs; 8:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, Jim Kaat, Tom Verducci
May 13th- Mets vs Cubs; 8:00, ESPN: Karl Ravech, Curt Schilling, Doug Glanville
May 16th- Braves vs Marlins; 1:00, FS1: Justin Kutcher & Cliff Floyd
May 16th- Pirates vs Cubs; 4:00, FS1: Joe Davis, CJ Nitkowski, Ken Rosenthal
May 17th- Tigers vs Cardinals; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
May 18th- Cardinals vs Mets; 7:00, ESPN: Dave Flemming, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
May 20th- Rangers vs Red Sox; 7:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
May 22nd- Angels vs Red Sox; 7:00, MLBN: Jim Kaat, Tom Verducci, Sam Ryan
May 23rd- Brewers vs Braves; 4:00, FS1: Brian Anderson & CJ Nitkowski
May 23rd- Angels vs Red Sox; 7:15, FOX: Joe Buck, Tom Verducci, Harold Reynolds, Ken Rosenthal 
May 23rd- Cardinals vs Royals; 7:15, FOX: Matt Vasgersian, John Smoltz, JP Morosi 
May 23rd- Orioles vs Marlins; 7:15, FOX: Joe Davis & Eric Karros
May 24th- Rangers vs Yankees; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
May 25th- Royals vs Yankees; 1:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
May 25th- Tigers vs Athletics; 4:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
May 26th- Nationals vs Cubs; 7:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
May 26th- Braves vs Dodgers; 10:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
May 29th- Dodgers vs Cardinals; 8:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, John Smoltz, Tom Verducci
May 30th- Diamondbacks vs Brewers; 4:00, FS1: Brian Anderson & Bob Brenly
May 30th- Red Sox vs Rangers; 7:15, FOX: Kenny Albert, Eric Karros, JP Morosi
May 30th- Dodgers vs Cardinals; 7:15, FOX: Joe Buck, Tom Verducci, Harold Reynolds, Ken
Rosenthal 
May 30th- Royals vs Cubs; 7:15, FOX: Len Casper & CJ Nitkowski (RAINED OUT)
May 31st- Tigers vs Angels; 8:00, ESPN2: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
June 1st- Brewers vs Cardinals; 8:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
June 3rd- Dodgers vs Rockies; 8:00, ESPN2: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville, Eric Wedge, Eduardo Perez
June 5th- Angels vs Yankees; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, John Smoltz, Sam Ryan
June 6th- Rangers vs Royals; 2:00, FS1: Steve Physioc & Eric Karros
June 6th- Pirates vs Braves; 7:00, FOX: Kenny Albert & CJ Nitkowski
June 6th- Tigers vs White Sox; 7:15, FOX: Matt Vasgersian & John Smoltz
June 6th- Angels vs Yankees; 7:15, FOX: Joe Buck, Tom Verducci, Harold Reynolds, Ken Rosenthal
June 7th- Cardinals vs Dodgers; 8:00, ESPN: Karl Ravech, Mark Mulder, John Kruk, Buster Olney
June 10th- Red Sox vs Orioles; 7:00, ESPN: Adnan Virk, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
June 11th- Giants vs Mets; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, John Smoltz, Tom Verducci
June 13th- Yankees vs Orioles; 7:15, FOX: Kenny Albert, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
June 13th- Reds vs Cubs; 7:15, FOX: Len Casper & CJ Nitkowski
June 13th- Diamondbacks vs Giants; 7:15, FOX: Joe Davis & Bob Brenly
June 14th- Reds vs Cubs; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
June 15th- Braves vs Red Sox; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Eduardo Perez, Mark Mulder, Alex Cora
June 17th- Rays vs Nationals; 7:00, ESPN2: Dave Flemming, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
June 18th- Brewers vs Royals; 8:00, FS1: Brian Anderson & Eric Karros
June 19th- Tigers vs Yankees; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, Jim Kaat, Tom Verducci
June 21st- Giants vs Dodgers; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
June 22nd- White Sox vs Twins; 8:00, ESPN2: Sean McDonough, Mark Mulder, Eduardo Perez
June 23rd- Cardinals vs Marlins; 7:00, FS1: Joe Davis, Cliff Floyd, Ken Rosenthal
June 24th- Dodgers vs Cubs; 8:00, ESPN2: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
June 26th- Cubs vs Cardinals; 8:15, MLBN: Bob Costas, Jim Kaat, Tom Verducci
June 27th- Indians vs Orioles; 7:15, FOX: Gary Thorne & Cliff Floyd (RAINED OUT)
June 27th- Mariners vs Angels; 7:15, FOX: Matt Vasgersian, Eric Karros, JP Morosi
June 27th- Cubs vs Cardinals; 7:15, FOX: Kenny Albert, Tom Verducci, Harold Reynolds, Ken Rosenthal
June 28th- Cubs vs Cardinals; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
June 29th- Rangers vs Orioles; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O’Brien, Eduardo Perez, Mark Mulder
June 30th- Cubs vs Mets; 7:00, ESPN: Adnan Virk, Eduardo Perez, Dallas Braden
July 1st- Yankees vs Angels; 7:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
July 2nd- Padres vs Cardinals; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas & Tim McCarver
July 3rd- Marlins vs Cubs; 2:15, ESPN2: Kark Ravech, Eduardo Perez, Dallas Braden
July 3rd- Giants vs Nationals; 6:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
July 3rd- Mets vs Dodgers; 10:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
July 4th- Rays vs Yankees; 1:00, FS1: Joe Davis & Brian Anderson
July 4th- Marlins vs Cubs; 7:15, FOX: Matt Vasgersian & John Smoltz
July 4th- Brewers vs Reds; 7:15, FOX: Brian Anderson & Eric Karros
July 4th- Twins vs Royals; 7:15, FOX: Aaron Goldsmith & Bret Blyleven
July 4th- Mets vs Dodgers; 7:15, FOX: Kenny Albert, Tom Verducci, Harold Reynolds, Ken Rosenthal
July 4th- Phillies vs Braves; 7:15, FOX: Tom McCarthy & CJ Nitkowski
July 5th- Giants vs Nationals; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
July 6th- Cardinals vs Cubs; 8:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Aaron Boone, Mark Mulder
July 8th- Cardinals vs Cubs; 8:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
July 10th- Yankees vs Red Sox; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, John Smoltz, Tom Verducci
July 11th- Tigers vs Twins; 4:00, FS1: Joe Davis & CJ Nitkowski
July 11th- Cardinals vs Pirates; 7:15, FOX: Matt Vasgersian & John Smoltz
July 11th- Yankees vs Red Sox; 7:15, FOX: Kenny Albert, Tom Verducci, Harold Reynolds, Ken Rosenthal
July 11th- Nationals vs Orioles; 7:15, FOX: Gary Thorne & FP Santangelo
July 12th- Yankees vs Red Sox; 1:30, TBS: Ernie Johnson & Ron Darling
July 12th- Cardinals vs Pirates; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
July 17th- Dodgers vs Nationals; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, Jim Kaat, Tom Verducci
July 18th- Dodgers vs Nationals; 4:00, FS1: Kenny Albert, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
July 18th- Indians vs Reds; 7:00, FS1: Joe Davis & CJ Nitkowski
July 18th- Dodgers vs Nationals; 1:30, TBS: Ernie Johnson, Cal Ripken, Ron Darling
July 19th- Red Sox vs Angels; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
July 20th- Mets vs Nationals; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Aaron Boone, Dallas Braden
July 22nd- Orioles vs Yankees; 7:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
July 23rd- Dodgers vs Mets; 7:00, MLBN: Matt Vasgersian, Jim Kaat, Sam Ryan
July 25th- Athletics vs Giants; 4:00, FS1: Aaron Goldsmith & Eric Karros
July 25th- Braves vs Cardinals; 7:15, FS1: Joe Davis, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
July 26th- Dodgers vs Mets; 1:00, TBS: Brian Anderson & Ron Darling
July 26th- Tigers vs Red Sox; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
July 27th- Yankees vs Rangers; 8:00, ESPN: Dave Fleming, Aaron Boone, Dallas Braden
July 28th- Yankees vs Rangers; 8:00, FS1: Kevin Burkhardt & Tom Verducci
July 29th- Angels vs Astros; 8:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville, Eduardo Perez, Eric Wedge
July 31th- Nationals vs Mets; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, Johm Smoltz, Sam Ryan
August 1st- Angels vs Dodgers; 4:00, FS1: Victor Rojas & Mark Gubiciza
August 2nd- Yankees vs White Sox; 2:10, TBS: Dick Stockton & Ron Darling
August 2nd- Nationals vs Mets; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, Aaron Boone, Buster Oln
August 3rd- Cubs vs Pirates; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O’Brien, Aaron Boone, Dallas Braden
August 5th- Red Sox vs Yankees; 7:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
August 7th- Dodgers vs Pirates; 7:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
August 8th- Dodgers vs Pirates; 4:00, FS1: Justin Kutcher & Preston Wilson
August 8th- Cardinals vs Brewers; 7:00, FS1: Aaron Goldsmith, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
August 9th- Giants vs Cubs; 2:15, TBS: Brian Anderson & Cal Ripken
August 9th- Dodgers vs Pirates; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
August 10th- Tigers vs Royals; 8:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Dallas Braden, Eduardo Perez, Pedro Gomez
August 11th- Tigers vs Royals; 8:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, Jim Kaat, Sam Ryan
August 12th- Pirates vs Cardinals; 8:15, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
August 15th- Angels vs Royals; 7:00, FS1: Joe Davis, Mark Gubicza, Ken Rosenthal
August 15th- Nationals vs Giants; 10:00, FS1: Aaron Goldsmith & C.J. Nitkowski
August 16th- Pirates vs Mets; 1:00, TBS: Brian Anderson & Ron Darling
August 16th- Angels vs Royals; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk, Buster Olney
August 17th- Giants vs Cardinals; 8:00, ESPN: Dave Flemming, Aaron Boone, Dallas Braden
August 18th- Tigers vs Cubs; 8:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, John Smoltz, Tom Verducci
August 19th- Tigers vs Cubs; 8:00, ESPN: Sean McDonaugh, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
August 22nd- Giants vs Pirates; 4:00, FS1: Kenny Albert & Sean Casey
August 22nd- Rangers vs Tigers; 7:00, FS1: Joe Davis & CJ NItkowski
August 23rd- Dodgers vs Astros; 2:00, TBS: Ernie Johnson & Cal Ripken
August 23rd- Giants vs Pirates; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Curt Schilling, John Kruk
August 24th- Cardinals vs Diamondbacks; 10:00, ESPN2: Dave O'Brien, Dallas Braden, Jessica Mendoza
August 25th- Astros vs Yankees; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, John Smoltz, Sam Ryan
August 26th- Cubs vs Giants; 10:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville, Eduardo Perez, Eric Wedge
August 29th- Red Sox vs Mets; 4:00, FS1: Kenny Albert, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
August 29th- Yankees vs Braves; 7:00, FS1: Justin Kutcher & CJ Nitkowski
August 30th- Red Sox vs Mets; 1:00, TBS: Brian Anderson & Ron Darling
August 30th- Cubs vs Dodgers; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Jessica Mendoza, John Kruk, Buster Olney
August 31st- Yankees vs Red Sox; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Dallas Braden, Aaron Boone
September 1st- Yankees vs Red Sox; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, Jim Kaat, Tom Verducci
September 2nd- Nationals vs Cardinals; 8:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
September 5th- Rays vs Yankees; 1:00, FS1: Aaron Goldsmith, Brian Anderson, Ken Rosenthal
September 5th- Pirates vs Cardinals; 4:00, FS1: Dan McLaughlin & Ricky Horton
September 6th- Rays vs Yankees; 1:00, TBS: Brian Anderson, Ron Darling, Cal Ripken
September 6th- Pirates vs Cardinals; 8:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Aaron Boone, Jessica Mendoza, Buster Olney
September 7th- Orioles vs Yankees; 1:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Dallas Braden, Eduardo Perez
September 9th- Mets vs Nationals; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Dallas Braden, Aaron Boone
September 9th- Angels vs Dodgers; 10:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
September 11th- Blue Jays vs Yankees; 7:00, MLBN: Matt Vasgersian, John Smoltz, Sam Ryan
September 12th- Cardinals vs Reds; 1:00, FOX: Aaron Goldsmith, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
September 12th- Royals vs Orioles; 1:00, FOX: Gary Thorne & Dan Wilson
September 12th- Blue Jays vs Yankees; 1:00, FOX: Matt Vasgersian, John Smoltz, JP Morosi
September 12th- Tigers vs Indians; 7:00, FS1: Matt Underwood & CJ Nitkowski
September 13th- Blue Jays vs Yankees; 1:00, TBS: Ernie Johnson & Ron Darling
September 13th- Royals vs Orioles; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Jessica Mendoza, John Kruk, Buster Olney
September 15th- Astros vs Rangers; 8:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Dallas Braden, Aaron Boone
September 16th- Cubs vs Pirates; 7:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Eduardo Perez, Doug Glanville, Pedro Gomez
September 18th- Yankees vs Mets; 7:00, MLBN: Bob Costas, John Smoltz, Sam Ryan
September 19th- Yankees vs Mets; 1:00, FOX: Matt Vasgersian, John Smoltz, JP Morosi
September 19th- Cardinals vs Cubs; 1:00, FOX: Len Casper, Eric Karros, Ken Rosenthal
September 19th- Royals vs Tigers; 7:00, FS1: Aaron Goldsmith & Tom Verducci
September 20th- Cardinals vs Cubs; 2:20, TBS: Ernie Johnson & Cal Ripken
September 20th- Yankees vs Mets; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Jessica Mendoza, John Kruk, Buster Olney
September 22nd- Yankees vs Blue Jays; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Dallas Braden, Aaron Boone
September 23rd- Yankees vs Blue Jays; 7:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Dallas Braden, Aaron Boone
September 23rd- Diamondbacks vs Dodgers; 10:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Eduardo Perez
September 24th- Indians vs Twins; 8:00, FS1: Dick Bremer & Bert Blyleven (FS North simulcast) 
September 25th- Rangers vs Astros; 8:00, ESPN2: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
September 26th- Pirates vs Cubs; 1:00, FOX: Matt Vasgersian, John Smoltz, J.P. Morosi
September 26th- Rangers vs Astros; 1:00, FOX: Aaron Goldsmith, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
September 26th- Brewers vs Cardinals; 7:15, FS1: Brian Anderson & CJ Nitkowski
September 27th- Rangers vs Astros; 2:00, TBS: Ernie Johnson, Cal Ripken, Ron Darling
September 27th- Pirates vs Cubs; 8:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, Jessica Mendoza, John Kruk, Buster Olney
September 28th- Cardinals vs Pirates; 7:00, ESPN2: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
September 29th- Red Sox vs Yankees; 7:00, ESPN: Dan Shulman, John Kruk, Jessica Mendoza, Buster Olney
September 29th- Athletics vs Angels; 10:00, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Dallas Braden, Aaron Boone
September 30th- Cardinals vs Pirates; 7:00, ESPN: Karl Ravech, Mark Mulder, Eduardo Perez
September 30th- Dodgers vs Giants; 10:15, ESPN: Dave O'Brien, Dallas Braden, Aaron Boone
October 1st- Red Sox vs Yankees; 7:00, ESPN2: Dan Shulman, John Kruk, Jessica Mendoza, Buster Olney
October 2nd- Angels vs Rangers; 8:00, ESPN: Jon Sciambi, Rick Sutcliffe, Doug Glanville
October 3rd- Angels vs Rangers; 1:00, FOX: Matt Vasgersian, John Smoltz, J.P. Morosi
October 3rd- Royals vs Twins; 1:00, FOX: Aaron Goldsmith, Tom Verducci, Ken Rosenthal
October 4th- Angels vs Rangers; 3:00, TBS: Ernie Johnson, Ron Darling, Cal Ripken