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Derek Jenkins

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  • Four Unexpectedly Good Casting Choices in Superhero Movies
    3/25/2011
    Picking an actor for a role is a hard job, but sometimes picking an actor nobody expects turns out to be the right call.
  • A look at the potential Team Russia hockey roster for the 2014 Olympics
    2/22/2011
    Looking at the potential roster for Team Russia as the play at home during the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia.
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  • A look at the potential team Sweden hockey roster for the 2014 Olympics
    2/22/2011
    Breaking down the players who could make the roster for Sweden in the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia.
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  • UFC 128: Mauricio Rua Vs. Jon Jones Preview
    2/15/2011
    Announced on short notice, 23-year-old sensation Jon Jones will step up to take a shot at Mauricio Rua's UFC Light Heavyweight title. Also featuring Urijah Faber vs. Eddie Wineland and Mirko Cro Cop vs. Brendan Schaub.
  • A look at the potential Team USA hockey roster for the 2014 Olympics
    2/11/2011
    It is still a long way out, but the excellent play of Team USA at the 2010 Winter Olympics has many excited for the future. Here is a look at the players that might get the call to represent their country in Sochi.
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  • The 5 Actors with the Most Oscar Nominations
    2/1/2011
    A look at the top five most nominated actors at the Oscars.
  • 2011-2012 Marvel Comics Movie Preview
    2/1/2011
    Taking a look at the Marvel Comics movie release slate for the next two years.
  • 5 NHL legends with tragically short careers
    1/31/2011
    Sometimes an athlete's body just can't handle the long term stress of their sport. In the case of these five NHL superstars, they were forced to retire far too early while still making an impact on the fans and even the game itself.
  • 5 UFC fighters with success in multiple weight classes
    1/26/2011
    Some fighters don't care about what weight they have to get to, they just want a fight. Read about five UFC fighters who have found success jumping between weight classes.
  • UFC 127: BJ Penn Vs. Jon Fitch Preview
    1/24/2011
    The UFC returns to Australia with BJ Penn looking to reclaim his place at the top of the welterweight division by taking on stifling wrestling attack of Jon Fitch. Also featuring Michael Bisping vs. Jorge Rivera and Carlos Condit vs. Chris Lytle.
  • Michael Cera's 3 Most Daring Film Roles
    1/24/2011
    Michael Cera is a burgeoning actor who, although extremely popular, has become typecast. Still, Cera finds a way to stretch his talents without alienating his fan base.
  • A look at the potential Team Canada hockey roster for the 2014 Olympics
    1/11/2011
    In 2014 Canada will attempt to defend their Olympic gold medal in hockey in Sochi, Russia. Which players could potentially be responsible for replicating Canada's success from 2010?
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  • UFC 126: Anderson Silva Vs. Vitor Belfort Preview
    1/9/2011
    It has been over a year in the making, but Anderson Silva and Vitor Belfort will finally face each other as they battle for the UFC Middleweight title. Also featuring Forrest Griffin taking on Rich Franklin and Jon Jones vs. Ryan Bader.
  • UFC Fight Night 23: Fight for the Troops 2 Preview
    1/8/2011
    The UFC once against pays tribute to the troops with a special shown featuring some of the most talented up-and-coming fighters the world's premier fight company has to offer, featuring Evan Dunham vs. Melvin Guillard and Matt Mitrione vs. Tim Hague.
  • 'Alice in Wonderland': The Let Down Movie of 2010
    1/3/2011
    Other movies might have been worse, but Tim Burton's "Alice in Wonderland" showed that even a great idea can come up flat.
  • 3 Great Actor/Directors
    12/23/2010
    Some members of the Hollywood elite prefer to multitask rather than resign themselves to only one job. In the case of these three stars, acting is only a small portion of what they do.
  • 3 Comedians Who Are Better Known for Dramatic Roles
    12/22/2010
    Few actors can transition between comedy and drama with ease. These three actors do so on a regular basis, making them three of the most popular actors in the world.
  • 5 active NHL players with the best chances of breaking Gretzky's records
    12/22/2010
    Wayne Gretzky set records in the 1980s that still stand today and which no player has even come close to in over two decades. Of the active roster of NHLers, who has the best shot of breaking them?
  • 3 Underrated Movies from 2010
    12/22/2010
    Every year there are movies that, despite being finely crafted, go overlooked. Here are three movies from 2010 that went underrated.
  • 'The Social Network': My Pick for Best Movie of 2010
    12/21/2010
    2010 was a great year for Hollywood, with a plethora of fantastic films being released. When it comes down to it, though, "The Social Network" is the one movie that everyone needs to see.
  • 5 fighters UFC should sign
    12/21/2010
    The UFC is always on the lookout for new stars. Here are five fighters from outside the UFC who could make an impact quickly.
  • Top 5 most popular Canadian athletes
    12/21/2010
    UFC President Dana White has sparked debate over who is the most popular Canadian athlete of all time. White says that Georges St. Pierre deserves the recognition, others say Wayne Gretzky, and there are still others contenders.
  • Top 5 UFC moments of 2010
    12/21/2010
    The UFC is coming off of the best year in the company's history, so let's look back at the moments that defined the action.
  • NHL Power Rankings as of December 20, 2010
    12/20/2010
    The NHL's Battle of Pennsylvania has quickly turned into the battle of the league's best.
  • NHL Power Rankings as of December 13, 2010
    12/13/2010
    The Detroit Red Wings have finally been knocked off the top of the NHL. Read more to find out who took over the top spot!
  • What to Expect from 'Tron: Legacy'
    12/10/2010
    "Tron" broke new ground in 1982, though it went largely unnoticed by the mainstream audience. Now, 28 years later, "Tron: Legacy" will try to build on what the original created to make the "Tron" franchise more than just a cult classic.
  • Which UFC division is the most entertaining?
    12/7/2010
    A look at what UFC division brings the most excitement through examining the history of Fight of the Night, Submission of the Night and Knockout of the Night awards.
  • NHL Power Rankings as of December 6, 2010
    12/6/2010
    The Detroit Red Wings take the top spot yet again, but competition from a pair of Pennsylvania teams could threaten that perch.
  • 5 unlikely UFC title challengers
    12/6/2010
    Fighters sometimes toil for years in the UFC without ever getting a shot at a title. Sometimes, though, hard work pays off and fighters you would never expect to be fighting for a title end up in that exact situation.
  • 5 active 40-year-old NHL players
    12/6/2010
    Hockey is a young man's game, but don't tell these five long-time all-stars as they play some of the best hockey of their careers despite being past their prime.
  • UFC 125: Resolution - Frankie Edgar Vs. Gray Maynard Preview
    12/2/2010
    UFC Lightweight champion Frankie Edgar returns to the Octagon to try to defend his title for a second time - this time to the only man he has ever lost to: Gray Maynard. Also featuring Chris Leben vs. Brian Stann and Brandon Vera vs. Thiago Silva
  • 5 Great Movie Fist Fights
    11/30/2010
    A look at five great movie fist fights.
  • NHL Power Rankings as of November 29, 2010
    11/29/2010
    The NHL season is entering December, the month where teams have traditionally either solidified their spots as contenders or sunk to the bottom.
  • 5 Hollywood Blockbusters that Changed the World
    11/29/2010
    Blockbusters have become commonplace, with rarely a month going by without a notable movie being released. A few select films have, over time, eclipsed even the title of "blockbuster" to become something different.
  • NHL Power Rankings as of November 22, 2010
    11/22/2010
    The Detroit Red Wings move into the top spot thanks to a host of veterans still playing great hockey.
  • 5 Great Hollywood Voice Actors
    11/17/2010
    The visual stars get most of the recognition, but some of Hollywood's top talents are actually voice actors. Here are five performers you have definitely heard, even if you have not heard of them.
  • NHL Power Rankings as of November 15, 2010
    11/14/2010
    The Los Angeles Kings move into the top spot with some solid, if under the radar, play.
  • UFC 124: Georges St. Pierre Vs. Josh Koscheck Preview
    11/9/2010
    Another season of "The Ultimate Fighter" comes to a close with a battle between rival coaches Georges St. Pierre and Josh Koscheck with the UFC Welterweight title on the line.
  • NHL Power Rankings as of November 8, 2010
    11/8/2010
    Another week in the NHL has the real contenders emerging.
  • Top 5 NHL offensive defensemen
    11/3/2010
    One of the hottest commodities in the NHL is a defensemen who can become a force at both ends of the ice. A select few defensemen have turned scoring from the point an art form to set themselves apart from their peers.
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  • NHL Power Rankings as of November 1, 2010
    11/1/2010
    Another week down, and the real contenders are starting to emerge.
  • 5 Great Movie Moustaches
    11/1/2010
    Looking at some of the greatest film moustaches as a way to celebrate "Movember"
  • 5 Great Directors Who Have Never Won an Oscar
    10/27/2010
    The Oscars are the most prestigious awards in Hollywood. As such, sometimes the greatest get excluded simply by circumstance, as was the case in these five great directors.
  • UFC 123: Lyoto Machida Vs. Quinton Jackson Preview
    10/25/2010
    Coming off of losses, Lyoto Machida and Quinton "Rampage" Jackson will try to climb back into the UFC Light Heavyweight title picture with an impressive win. Also featuring Matt Hughes taking on BJ Penn.
  • NHL Power Rankings as of October 25, 2010
    10/25/2010
    Three weeks in to the NHL season and it looks as though teams are settling in nicely to the roles they will hold over the next six months.
  • NHL awards: The five year post-lockout edition
    10/22/2010
    There will always be debate as to who the best players in the NHL are, so to offer a different take here are the NHL awards as they would have been given out had the performance from each of the five post-lockout NHL seasons were taken into consideration.
  • 2011 Winter Movie Preview: January-February
    10/19/2010
    A new year is about to begin with a slate of films that could turn out to be better than expected in a busy winter season.
  • UFC 122: Nate Marquardt Vs. Yushin Okami Preview
    10/18/2010
    The UFC returns to Germany after nearly a year and a half away to put on an exciting night of fights featuring Nate Marquardt vs. Yushin Okami, Jorge Rivera vs. Alessio Sakara and Amir Sadollah vs. Peter Sobotta.
  • NHL Power Rankings as of October 18, 2010
    10/18/2010
    The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to dominate the NHL in 2010.
  • Best places to watch NHL games in Winnipeg, Manitoba
    10/15/2010
    Living in Winnipeg and need a great place to watch NHL games while enjoying a few drinks? Check out these three great sports bars.
  • The complete history of the NHL
    10/14/2010
    The NHL is just beginning its 93rd season, meaning it is as good a time as ever to look back on how the NHL has been shaped into the league it is today since 1917.
  • Find NHL tickets cheap online
    10/14/2010
    Watching a major league sports game can often be quite expensive. Thanks to several websites, though, you can enjoy professional NHL games for ridiculously low prices.
  • NHL Power Rankings as of October 10, 2010
    10/11/2010
    The NHL season has begun and it looks like the rookies are going to be the story of the season.
  • Fan perspective: Anaheim Ducks 2010-11 NHL season preview
    10/8/2010
    Teemu Selanne originally joined the Anaheim Ducks in the 1995-96 NHL season. 14 years later it looks like Selanne might be playing his final season, leaving the Anaheim Ducks young stars like Ryan Getzlaf to lead the way.
  • Top five NHL team captains
    10/7/2010
    The NHL is full of great leaders, but a few players stand out as naturals to guide their team to greatness.
  • Pixar Movies: Worst to Best
    10/6/2010
    Over the past decade and a half Pixar Animation Studios has released a steady string of critically acclaimed films. Here is an attempt to rank them from worst to best.
  • NHL Power Rankings: 2010 Pre-Season Edition
    10/4/2010
    It is almost time to begin the 2010-11 NHL Season, meaning it is also time to start throwing teams under the microscope to judge their performance.
  • UFC 119: Frank Mir Vs. Mirko Cro Cop Review
    9/26/2010
    The UFC made their Indianapolis, Indiana debut with an exciting night full of fights featuring Frank Mir vs. Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic, Ryan Bader vs. Antonio Rogerio Nogueira and Matt Serra vs. Chris Lytle.
  • UFC 121: Brock Lesnar Vs. Cain Velasquez Preview
    9/22/2010
    Brock Lesnar looks to defend the UFC Heavyweight title for a third time against the undefeated Cain Velasquez. Also, Tito Ortiz returns to fight former protege Matt Hamill and Jake Shields debuts against Martin Kampmann.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Detroit Red Wings
    9/21/2010
    Once again the Detroit Red Wings find themselves a serious contender heading into a new NHL season.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Boston Bruins
    9/21/2010
    The Boston Bruins are going to be looking for big things in the 2010-11 NHL season after unceremoniously being eliminated from the 2010 NHL playoffs by the surging Philadelphia Flyers.
  • The five worst coaches from "The Ultimate Fighter"
    9/20/2010
    Just because you are good at what you do does not mean you can teach. On the UFC's "Ultimate Fighter" reality show some of the best UFC fighters show that it takes a special kind of person to teach, especially in a sport as complex as MMA.
  • Top 10 "Ultimate Fighter" alumni
    9/20/2010
    A lot of fighters launched successful UFC careers from "The Ultimate Fighter" reality show. Some fighters have used that opportunity to become world class fighters and constant UFC title threats.
  • Marvel Movies: Worst to Best
    9/20/2010
    Marvel Comics has transferred from comic book juggernaut to top notch film studio. Over the past twelve years Marvel has released 21 films, and here they are counting down the worst to the very best.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: New York Rangers
    9/19/2010
    The New York Rangers stumbled, somewhat surprisingly, in the 2009-10 NHL Season. Now, they look to rebound with a vastly improved roster.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Vancouver Canucks
    9/16/2010
    With star players like Roberto Luongo, Ryan Kesler and the Sedin twins, the Vancouver Canucks look like they have a serious shot at winning the Stanley Cup in 2011.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Philadelphia Flyers
    9/14/2010
    The Philadelphia Flyers shocked the hockey world in 2010 by upsetting the Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens on their way to the Stanley Cup Finals. The Flyers were not successful there, but they could be in 2011.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Buffalo Sabres
    9/13/2010
    Never flashy, the Buffalo Sabres always seem to fly under the radar to record another great season. Can they do it again in 2010-11?
  • Edward Norton's 5 Most Daring Movie Roles
    9/10/2010
    Edward Norton likes to choose psychologically focused roles for the films he stars in, but a few have pushed the boundaries of who he is to create one of the finest careers in Hollywood.
  • Matt Damon's 5 Most Daring Movie Roles
    9/9/2010
    A look at five movie roles that challenged Matt Damon's talent and dedication to acting.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: New Jersey Devils
    9/9/2010
    The New Jersey Devils are consistently one of the best teams in the NHL. Though their star goaltender Martin Brodeur is aging, a young core of offensive forwards are breaking through at exactly the right time.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: St. Louis Blues
    9/8/2010
    The St. Louis Blues have all the potential in the world, but will the 2010-11 NHL Season be the place where the St. Louis Blues use it?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Calgary Flames
    9/7/2010
    The Calgary Flames stumbled for the first time in years in 2009-10, but will be looking to rebound in the 2010-11 NHL Season.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: San Jose Sharks
    9/5/2010
    The San Jose Sharks always rank among the best teams in the NHL, but they never pull it all together in the playoffs. Will 2011 finally be the year that the Sharks break down that wall?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Phoenix Coyotes
    9/5/2010
    The Phoenix Coyotes surprised everyone by finishing with over 100 points for one of the best seasons in franchise history. Will it be another good year for the Desert Dogs?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Chicago Blackhawks
    9/4/2010
    The Chicago Blackhawks final broke their NHL-leading 49 year streak without winning the Stanley Cup. Thanks to young players like Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane and Duncan Keith it looks like the Chicago Blackhawks will continue to find success.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Anaheim Ducks
    9/4/2010
    The Anaheim Ducks faltered last season due to injuries to key players like Ryan Getzlaf. The Olympics also led to an exhausted roster unable to compete. Those distractions won't exist in the 2010-11 NHL season, and the Ducks will be more dangerous.
  • Five biggest UFC upsets of all time
    9/3/2010
    Being the underdog in sports is usually not a position someone would like to be in, but every now and then a competitor takes that label and runs with it. The UFC might be the best medium for an unexpected athlete to take the reigns on their own career.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Los Angeles Kings
    9/2/2010
    The Los Angeles Kings were a fantastic team in 2009-10 and they have the bonus of fielding almost the exact same roster one year later. Will the Kings be able to make the playoffs two years running?
  • UFC 120: Michael Bisping Vs. Yoshihiro Akiyama Preview
    9/2/2010
    The UFC returns to England after nearly a year a way. Filling the card are some of the UFC's top European talents in a card that promises to be one of the most entertaining of the year. Michael Bisping vs. Yoshihiro Akiyama headlines.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Atlanta Thrashers
    9/2/2010
    The Atlanta Thrashers made sweeping changes to their line-up during the 2010 NHL off-season. Can this new look Thrashers team show that the playoffs are a realistic goal in the post-Ilya Kovalchuk era?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Washington Capitals
    8/31/2010
    The Alex Ovechkin-led Washington Capitals will once again have the best offensive squad in the NHL, but can they bring a strong defensive game and sort out a sure to be messy situation in net to find the same success as last year?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Edmonton Oilers
    8/31/2010
    The Edmonton Oilers suffered through the worst season in franchise history last year, where injuries and underachieving players decimated the team. With a host of young talent in their system, the Oilers stand a good chance of shooting up the rankings.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Minnesota Wild
    8/31/2010
    The Minnesota Wild are looking for direction after the departure of head coach Jacques Lemaire's defensive minded system. With the recent additions that have been made, defense might play a much bigger role in the system this year than anyone expects.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins
    8/31/2010
    After finding great success over the past few seasons, the Pittsburgh Penguins look like they have taken a step back thanks to a defensive shakeup and a lack of wingers to complement Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Columbus Blue Jackets
    8/31/2010
    The Columbus Blue Jackets looked like they had finally taken the next step in 2008-09 when they made the NHL playoffs for the first time. Last year they went back to their bottom feeder ways. Which team should we expect on the ice for 2010-11?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Ottawa Senators
    8/30/2010
    The Ottawa Senators rebounded after a terrible 2008-09 season to once again qualify for the playoffs in 2009-10. Can they continue to find success, or are there still too many lingering issues?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Colorado Avalanche
    8/30/2010
    The Colorado Avalanche surprised the hockey world by making the playoffs despite an inexperienced team, an unproven goaltender and a rookie head coach. Can they match the success of 2009-10, or will the Avalanche stumble in 2010-11?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Florida Panthers
    8/30/2010
    It has been a full decade since the Florida Panthers last made the playoffs. For the 2010-11 NHL Season the Panthers appear to have the best team in several years. Can they finally break the longest streak of missing the playoffs in the NHL?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Tampa Bay Lightning
    8/30/2010
    The Tampa Bay Lightning have had to battle through underperforming athletes and a tumultuous ownership situation for several years now. With the addition of new GM Steve Yzerman it looks like the Tampa Bay Lightning might finally regain their form.
  • UFC 118: Frankie Edgar Vs. BJ Penn II Review
    8/29/2010
    Frankie Edgar shocked the world at UFC 112 when he stole the UFC Lightweight title from BJ Penn. In a rematch of that title fight, BJ Penn attempts to reclaim his throne as Frankie Edgar tries to show the world that his victory was no fluke.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Toronto Maple Leafs
    8/29/2010
    The Toronto Maple Leafs are still looking for their first taste of post season action since the NHL lockout ended in 2005. Under the leadership of Brian Burke, it looks as though the Leafs are finally making strides in the right direction.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Dallas Stars
    8/27/2010
    For the first time in the existence of the Dallas Stars they will play a season without Mike Modano in the line-up. How will this huge absence effect what happens on the ice for a team that used to be one of the best in the NHL.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Montreal Canadiens
    8/27/2010
    The Montreal Canadiens shocked the hockey world in the spring of 2010 by upsetting the heavily favored Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins on their way to the NHL Eastern Conference Finals. Can they repeat that surprising success?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Nashville Predators
    8/26/2010
    The Nashville Predators are almost always counted out before the season starts, but more often than not they find a way to sneak into the playoffs. Can they do it yet again in 2010-11?
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: Carolina Hurricanes
    8/26/2010
    The Carolina Hurricanes have shocked the hockey world three times in the past decade by making it to the Eastern Conference Final or further. Every other season, the Hurricanes are a complete non-factor and one needs to wonder if they can break the trend.
  • Top 10 Movies Hitting Theatres in Fall 2010
    8/26/2010
    Fall is typically seen as a slow time for movies, but 2010 will see some interesting films hit theatres as Hollywood prepares for Oscar season.
  • 2010-11 NHL Season Preview: New York Islanders
    8/26/2010
    The New York Islanders have failed to make the playoffs in each of the past three seasons. Thanks to a developing core of young players, the Islanders are inching closer to a playoff berth but can they get past injury troubles to succeed?
  • The Best American Players in the NHL
    8/26/2010
    American hockey players are known for their gritty play and excellent training. What most often gets overlooked is that most Americans are character players, willing to play in all situations while also leading their teams to greatness.
  • The Best Canadian Players in the NHL
    8/25/2010
    Canadians are well known for their prowess on the ice rink. From the time they're old enough to skate, Canadian kids are bred to be hockey players. Some take that training and run with it to stand head and shoulders above a country full of hockey greats.
  • Winnipeg Needs a New Stadium
    8/23/2010
    The debate recently has been all about the proposed stadium David Asper hopes to build for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. While Asper's involvement is currently in question, the fact remains that Canad Inns Stadium will need to be replaced soon.
  • The Best Fight Finishers in the UFC
    8/23/2010
    There is a saying in MMA: "Don't leave it to the judges." Sometimes that is unavoidable, but some fighters consistently ensure that the winner of the fight is never in question.
  • The Best UFC Fighters Age 35 and Older
    8/23/2010
    Age is only a number for these elite UFC superstars as they continue to dominate the UFC landscape past their theoretical prime.
  • The Best Movie X-Men
    8/19/2010
    Four movies into the X-Men movie franchise, and with several more on the way, several actors have created memorable interpretations of classic X-Men characters. Which ones rank above the rest?
  • UFC Fight Night 22: Nate Marquardt Vs. Rousimar Palhares Preview
    8/19/2010
    Injuries have forced drastic changes to the UFC's upcoming Fight Night, with Nate Marquardt vs. Rousimar Palhares replacing Demian Maia vs. Alan Belcher in the main event, while Efrain Escudero replaces Mac Danzig against Matt Wiman.
  • The Best UFC Fighters Age 25 and Younger
    8/19/2010
    Young athletes typically have a hard time breaking their way into professional sports. They lack the veteran savvy and the maturity to really make an impact. A select few UFC upstarts are bucking the trend and making a name for themselves.
  • The Best Atlanta Thrashers Team in NHL History
    8/6/2010
    The Atlanta Thrashers have been underachievers ever since they entered the NHL in 1999. However, for one year they managed to shake that label and compete with the elite in the NHL playoffs.
  • 5 Best UFC Fights from the First Half of 2010
    8/4/2010
    The UFC is well known for putting on some of the most exciting fighting events in the history of mixed martial arts. 2010 started with several bouts that left fans in awe.
  • 5 Great Actresses Who Have Never Won an Oscar
    8/4/2010
    To win an Academy Award you need to be the very best the acting world has to offer. Unfortunately, that also means a lot of very deserving actresses have been left without an Oscar despite great careers.
  • The Best Anaheim Ducks Team in NHL History
    8/3/2010
    When looking back over the history of the NHL each team has assembled a roster of players that define that team for decades. For the Anaheim Ducks it was their 2006-07 team which found themselves hoisting Lord Stanley's Mug.
  • 4 Ageless Athletes
    8/3/2010
    Most athletes peak around 30 years old. Others, however, manage to find a way to continue being successful well past the point when most people would have seen their body break down. What athletes have found the most success past their prime?
  • Hollywood's Great Action Heroes
    8/3/2010
    Everyone like a good summer blockbuster. The explosions, fighting and scope of the films bring about a big event feel that is amazing to be a part of. Over the years a select few characters have managed to time and again bring about that big time feeling.
  • UFC Live: Jon Jones Vs. Vladimir Matyushenko Review
    8/2/2010
    UFC Light Heavyweight prospect Jon "Bones" Jones comes up with the biggest victory of his career with a defeat over the always tough Vladimir Matyushenko.
  • UFC 119: Frank Mir Vs. Mirko Cro Cop Preview
    7/29/2010
    Stepping up for an injured Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic, who will take on Frank Mir in a premier Heavyweight match up. Also featuring Antonio Rogerio Nogueira vs. Ryan Bader and Matt Serra vs. Chris Lytle.
  • UFC Fight Night 22: Demian Maia Vs. Alan Belcher Preview
    7/28/2010
    The UFC returns to Spike TV with its 22nd Fight Night event. Coming off of an embarrassing loss to Anderson Silva, Demian Maia hopes to rebound by defeating emerging contender Alan Belcher. Also featuring the rematch between Matt Wiman and Mac Danzig.
  • Can Hollywood Get Away with Endless Reboots?
    7/26/2010
    "Reboot" is the most popular buzz word among the Hollywood elite, but will restarting franchises kill the established fanbases that these once popular franchises enjoy?
  • 5 Great Actors Who Have Never Won an Oscar
    7/26/2010
    Winning an Oscar is the pinnacle of acting, but sometimes the most talented actors get passed over or ignored for whatever reason. Here are five actors with great careers who have never received that ultimate acclaim.
  • The Best Early Punk Rock Bands
    7/26/2010
    Punk rock has come to be known as an all encompassing term for nearly every band these days, but back in the 1970s and 80s it was an underground sensation. Here are the early bands that forced their way into relevance.
  • Why Are These Players Not in the NFL Hall of Fame?
    7/23/2010
    The NFL Hall of Fame is an incredibly exclusive group, but some players get overlooked because of the restrictive rules needed for entry. Here are some players who deserve to be inducted.
  • 10 Biggest Draws Fighting for the UFC
    7/16/2010
    The UFC has a lot of superstars these days, but a few fighters stand above the rest in the eyes of the fans, leading to some of the biggest events in the sport's history.
  • 5 Possible Replacements for Edward Norton in the Avengers
    7/12/2010
    It was recently reported that Edward Norton would not reprise his role as Dr. Bruce Banner when Marvel teams up their characters for "The Avengers." A replacement is needed, but who could possibly slip into the role?
  • CFL Legends with Great NFL Careers
    7/9/2010
    The CFL and NFL, for all the similarities, are two very different games. Players often have trouble switching between the two leagues. The few players that do successfully transition end up being some of the all time greats.
  • 5 UFC Fighters Who Always Deliver Exciting Fights
    7/8/2010
    Some UFC fighters live and die by the fan reactions. When these fighters enter the infamous Octagon, take notice because it is sure to be a can't miss event.
  • UFC 118: Frankie Edgar Vs. B. J. Penn II Preview
    7/8/2010
    In a rematch of their surprising UFC Lightweight title fight from UFC 112, Frankie Edgar and B. J. Penn battle it out to see if the last fight was a fluke. Also, former pro boxer James Toney fights UFC legend Randy "the Natural" Couture.
  • Top 5 WSOP No Limit Texas Hold'em Final Tables
    7/7/2010
    Reaching the final table at the World Series of Poker No Limit Texas Hold'em tournament is one of the hardest feats to achieve in the world of poker. Competing against hundreds or even thousands there always seems to be some big names left standing.
  • 4 Animated Movies Guaranteed to Make You Shed a Few Tears
    7/6/2010
    Animated movies are often viewed as child's play, but some play on a deeper level by appealing to your emotions. The ones that are finely crafted are guaranteed to ear a few tears. WARNING: CONTAINS SPOILERS.
  • 5 Actors Who Built Careers on Oscar Nominated Movies
    7/6/2010
    The Oscars are a special time of year for actors. Everyone who tackles a movie role hopes to someday take home the coveted prize. For some, though, winning an Oscar is just par for the course.
  • UFC 116: Brock Lesnar Vs. Shane Carwin Review
    7/3/2010
    Following a year long layoff, UFC Heavyweight Champion Brock Lesnar returned to the Octagon to battle number one contender Shane Carwin. Also, late replacement Chris Leben takes on Yoshihiro Akiyama.
  • World Series of Poker: No Limit Texas Hold'em Championship Guide
    7/1/2010
    The World Series of Poker annually gathers the world's best poker players to take part in a massive No Limit Texas Hold'em Championship. For the winner it means being named the world's best and millions of dollars in prizes.
  • Top 5 World Series of Poker Champions
    7/1/2010
    There have been many great poker champions crowned in the history of the World Series of Poker, but none can match these five legends.
  • UFC 117: Anderson Silva Vs. Chael Sonnen Preview
    7/1/2010
    Anderson Silva prepares to defend his UFC Middleweight title for an unprecedented seventh time against the loud-mouthed Chael Sonnen. Also featuring Matt Hughes vs Ricardo Almeida, Jon Fitch vs Thiago Alves and Junior dos Santos vs Roy Nelson.
  • Movie Review: Die Another Day
    6/30/2010
    Pierce Brosnan returns for a fourth time as infamous MI6 agent 007: James Bond is Die Another Day. Bond battles a British playboy who is a mirror image of himself as the world is put in danger by a giant death ray.
  • Movie Review: The Dark Knight
    6/30/2010
    Director Christopher Nolan brings Batman to the big screen yet again in the grittiest Batman movie to date. Starring Christian Bale as Batman, Heath Ledger as the Joker and Aaron Eckhart as Two Face.
  • 2010 Fall Movie Preview: November-December
    6/29/2010
    The end of the year movie season has become the landing ground for several surprise hits that somehow manage to escape the Summer. Anchored by the second-to-last entry of the Harry Potter franchise, 2010 could finish with a bang!
  • Top 3 Musician Cameos in Frat Pack Movies
    6/28/2010
    The Frat Pack - consisting of Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Steve Carell, Jack Black, Will Ferrell, Vince Vaughn and Luke Wilson - are well known for featuring cameo appearances in their movies. Some of the best have come from their musician friends.
  • Top 5 NHL Free Agent Goaltenders 2010
    6/27/2010
    This year the NHL has a plethora of superstar goaltenders about to enter the free agent market. Which of these net minders will be the most sought after?
  • Top 5 NHL Free Agent Defensemen 2010
    6/27/2010
    The NHL Free Agent Frenzy begins on July 1st and there are lot of solid, if under appreciated defensemen that could be moving to a new home.
  • Top 5 NHL Free Agent Forwards 2010
    6/27/2010
    With the NHL's Free Agent Frenzy only days away, which forwards will be the most sought after by general managers?
  • Fabricio Werdum Submits Fedor Emelianenko at Strikeforce: Fedor Vs. Werdum
    6/26/2010
    In one of the most shocking sports upsets of all time, feared Russian Sambo fighter Fedor Emelianenko was defeated by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Fabricio Werdum.
  • Movie Review: Daredevil
    6/26/2010
    Marvel Comics' Daredevil comes to the big screen with Ben Affleck in the title role as he battles the villainous Kingpin (Michael Clarke Duncan) and hired assassin Bullseye (Colin Farrell) as he tries to win over the sexy Elektra (Jennifer Garner).
  • Movie Review: Slap Shot
    6/26/2010
    A review of the iconic 1977 classic Slap Shot. Starring Paul Newman and the quirky, childish Hanson Brothers.
  • Movie Review: Dan in Real Life
    6/23/2010
    Steve Carell stars in this sad story of a love starved widow who meets the love of his life, his brother's girlfriend. Also featuring Dane Cook, Dianne Wiest and Juliette Binoche.
  • Armond White Has Nothing to Offer Movie Goers
    6/22/2010
    Armond White is well known in the film community for offering a negative opinion on any movie deemed great and showing support for films that are otherwise universally panned. Does he really believe in his reviews?
  • UFC Live: Jones Vs. Matyushenko Preview
    6/21/2010
    In a battle between generations Jon "Bones" Jones takes on Vladimir "the Janitor" Matyushenko as the UFC returns to Versus. Also featuring Joe Stevenson taking on former Pride lightweight Takanori Gomi and Mark Munoz facing off with Yushin Okami.
  • 2010 Fall Movie Preview: September-October
    6/21/2010
    Traditionally the resting place for films that either couldn't hack it in the highly competitive Summer months or the critic frenzy that is Oscar season, Fall movie season lives or dies by the whims of a fickle marketplace.
  • Movie Review: Charlie Wilson's War
    6/20/2010
    Tom Hanks stars as US Congressman Charlie Wilson, a hard partying womanizer who somehow becomes the only person capable of saving millions of people living in Afghanistan during the Cold War.
  • Movie Review: Click
    6/20/2010
    Adam Sandler stars as a man whose life is suddenly turned upside-down when he comes into possession of a remote control that controls everything around him. Christopher Walken, Kate Beckinsale and David Hasselhoff co-star.
  • UFC Undisputed 2010 Review
    6/20/2010
    The UFC returns to video games with a follow up to their highly successful UFC Undisputed 2009. With numerous upgrades and some new features, UFC Undisputed looks to be building on the success of the original.
  • The Ultimate Fighter: Team Liddell Vs. Team Ortiz Finale Review
    6/20/2010
    Concluding the 11th season of the UFC's hit reality show "The Ultimate Fighter," middleweight finalists Court McGee and Kris McCray face off to determine the latest Ultimate Fighter. In other action Keith Jardine takes on Matt Hamill.
  • Movie Review: Cast Away
    6/17/2010
    Tom Hanks stars as a FedEx employee who crash lands on a remote island and is forced to fend for his life against starvation and the elements in order to survive.
  • Movie Review: The Break-Up
    6/17/2010
    Vince Vaughn and Jennifer Aniston, along with a few more familiar faces, team up for a comedy about a couple that breaks up and fights over who gets to keep the apartment.
  • Toy Story is the Greatest Trilogy of All Time
    6/16/2010
    Movie fans constantly debate what is the greatest movie trilogy of all time. With strong contenders like Lords of the Ring, the Godfather, Spider-Man, and countless others it would be hard to imagine one franchise would stand out. One does.
  • 3 Things "The Avengers" Needs to Be Successful
    6/14/2010
    Marvel Studios is in the middle of one of the most ambitious movie making processes of modern times. Combining Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, the Hulk and others, The Avengers might turn out to be a great time or a massive waste of time.
  • The Ultimate Fighter: Team Liddell Vs. Team Ortiz Finale Preview
    6/14/2010
    After months of build up the UFC prepares to decide the winner of the eleventh season of the Ultimate Fighter. Court McGee faces Kris McCray for the TUF Middleweight title while Matt Hamill battles Keith Jardine in a fight between former TUF contestants.
  • UFC 115: Liddell Vs. Franklin Review
    6/13/2010
    Former UFC Light Heavyweight champion Chuck Liddell returns to the UFC after more than a year to take on former UFC Middleweight champion Rich "Ace" Franklin. Also, Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic fights Pat Barry.
  • When Love
    6/11/2010
    A short poem about when you know you've found love.
  • Movie Review: Cannibal! the Musical
    6/10/2010
    Long before South Park ever took America by storm, co-creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker filmed a rough movie during their time as film students at the University of Colorado. Cannibal! The Musical is the little-known result.
  • Stanley Cup Final Review
    6/9/2010
    A review of the Stanley Cup winning game in which the Chicago Blackhawks edged out the Philadelphia Flyers to become to 2010 Stanley Cup Champions!
  • Movie Review: Casino Royale
    6/8/2010
    James Bond is rebooted with a grittier, more realistic take on the iconic MI6 agent. Daniel Craig becomes the sixth actor to tackle the role as James Bond faces off against Le Chiffre.
  • UFC Beginner's Guide, Part I
    6/7/2010
    The UFC is the front runner for mixed martial arts, a sport rapidly growing in popularity throughout the world. Several new viewers are not offered any information aside from one guy wants to hurt the other, so this should held ease new viewers in.
  • Movie Review: Cars
    6/7/2010
    Another year, another enjoyable movie from Pixar Animation Studios. Cars, starring Owen Wilson, Paul Newman and Bonnie Hunt, tells the tale of a hot shot race car learning to slow down thanks to small town life.
  • 9 Potential UFC Fights so Obvious It's Amazing They Haven't Happened Yet
    6/7/2010
    The UFC has a good track record of entertaining, balanced fights. Sometimes, though, obvious match-ups fall through the cracks as fighter schedules, injuries and other factors lead two fighters to miss the chance to fight.
  • Top 10 NHL Players Drafted Second Overall
    6/7/2010
    There is always a debate about what player should have been picked first in the NHL Entry Draft. Sometimes, the best choice gets overlooked, leading to some fantastic picks second overall.
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  • Top 10 NHL Playoff Performers
    6/7/2010
    Every hockey player dreams of winning the Stanley Cup. For some, the thought of having the Cup within 16 victories means better play, higher scoring and unexpected superstar status. Read to see what players excel under pressure.
  • Movie Review: Bruce Almighty
    6/7/2010
    Jim Carrey stars as a man endowed with all of the powers of God, played here by Morgan Freeman, as he tries to work his way up to being an anchorman. Also featuring Jennifer Aniston and Steve Carell.
  • Movie Review: Burn After Reading
    6/7/2010
    The Coen Brothers return after the Academy Award-winning No Country For Old Men with Burn After Reading, a comedy movie featuring an impressive all-star cast including Brad Pitt, John Malkovich and George Clooney.
  • Movie Review: Bowling for Columbine
    6/6/2010
    Michael Moore's breakthrough documentary Bowling For Columbine, which documents the 1999 Columbine High School massacre as well as the culture of fear that has developed in the United States.
  • Movie Review: Bottle Rocket
    6/4/2010
    Owen and Luke Wilson each make their feature film debut in this quirky movie about two wannabe thieves. Director by Wes Anderson.
  • Movie Review: Blazing Saddles
    6/4/2010
    A review of Mel Brooks' iconic 1974 comedy about a black sheriff in the Old West. Starring Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder and Harvey Korman.
  • Camping: The Ultimate Summer Activity
    6/1/2010
    Summer is here and it is time to get out to enjoy the sun. What better way to do that than by rounding up some hot dogs, s'mores and a tent to go live for a couple days in the wildness.
  • UFC 116: Lesnar Vs. Carwin Preview
    5/31/2010
    Brock Lesnar's year long layoff due to illness finally comes to an end when he defends the UFC Heavyweight championship against interim champion Shane Carwin. Also featuring Wanderlei Silva vs. Yoshihiro Akiyama.
  • UFC 115: Liddell Vs. Franklin Preview
    5/30/2010
    Two UFC legends face-off in an interesting dream match. Chuck Liddell returns after over a year of inactivity to face off against former UFC Middleweight champion Rich Franklin. Also, Mirko Cro Cop meets Pat Barry and Paulo Thiago faces Martin Kampmann.
  • UFC 114: Rampage Vs. Evans Review
    5/30/2010
    The UFC returned to Las Vegas to stage one of the most anticipated grudge matches in UFC history. Former UFC Light Heavyweight champions Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and "Suga" Rashad Evans squared off to finally settle their score.
  • Movie Review: Blades of Glory
    5/28/2010
    Will Ferrell teams up with Napoleon Dynamite star Jon Heder in a comedy about two figure skating rivals who team up to compete as the first male-male pair in figure skating history.
  • Movie Review: The Bourne Ultimatum
    5/28/2010
    Matt Damon again returns as Jason Bourne for the final installment of the Bourne Trilogy.
  • Steve Yzerman - History Will Be Made
    5/27/2010
    In the 1996 NHL playoffs, Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings battled the St. Louis Blues for the right to advance to the Western Conference Finals. In the second overtime of Game 7, Steve Yzerman made history.
  • Movie Review: The Bourne Supremacy
    5/27/2010
    Matt Damon returns as Jason Bourne, an amnesiac former spy/assassin being hunted by his former employers in his search for answers.
  • Movie Review: The Bourne Identity
    5/25/2010
    Matt Damon plays Jason Bourne, a highly trained super spy that can't remember a thing about his past. Hunted by people looking to kill him, Bourne enlists the help of a German woman as he evades capture and certain death.
  • Movie Review: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
    5/25/2010
    Bill Hader and Anna Faris star in this unique animated film about an inventor who finds a way to turn water into food.
  • Movie Review: Blade II
    5/25/2010
    Wesley Snipes turned unknown comic property Blade into a surprise hit in 1998. This sequel re-unites that main cast with significant upgrades to the story and action for an enjoyable, if forgettable, film.
  • Chicago Blackhawks Vs. Philadelphia Flyers - Stanley Cup Final Preview
    5/24/2010
    The long road is done, leaving only the Chicago Blackhawks and Philadelphia Flyers to duke it out for hockey's biggest prize.
  • Mario Lemieux - History Will Be Made
    5/24/2010
    Mario Lemieux broke into the NHL during the 1980s to show the world that not only Wayne Gretzky could shatter records at an unbelievable pace. In 1991, Lemieux led the Pittsburgh Penguins to their first Stanley Cup over the Minnesota North Stars.
  • Bobby Orr - History Will Be Made
    5/24/2010
    History was made on May 10, 1970 when Bobby Orr scored one of the most sensational goals in NHL history to win the Stanley Cup for the Boston Bruins.
  • Phoenix Coyotes Returning to Winnipeg
    5/22/2010
    Over the past year the Phoenix Coyotes have struggled through bankruptcy, ownership troubles and arena lease negotiations. With no buyers stepping up in the NHL's attempt to keep hockey in Arizona, Winnipeg might just get their team back.
  • 2010 NHL Conference Final Preview
    5/15/2010
    The 2010 NHL playoffs have been a shocking display of hockey, with many upsets leading to surprising teams facing off in the Conference Finals. Only eight victories stand between any of these teams and the Stanley Cup.
  • Quinton "Rampage" Jackson - UFC Fighter Profile
    5/14/2010
    A profile of the former UFC Light Heavyweight champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, one of the most beloved fighters that the sport of mixed martial arts has ever seen.
  • Movie Review: Black Sheep
    5/14/2010
    Chris Farley and David Spade team up in a comedy about the brother of the Governor of Washington as he hurts his brother's chances of winning an election.
  • Movie Review: Billy Madison
    5/13/2010
    Adam Sandler kicks off his film career playing the quirky, juvenile title role in Billy Madison. For fans, it is an hilarious movie that deserves repeat viewings, but some will not feel the same way.
  • Movie Review: Beetlejuice
    5/13/2010
    Beeltejuice is the film that elevated Tim Burton to cult status, bringing an awesome visual aesthetic to the screen that combined perfectly with starring turns from actors like Michael Keaton, Alec Baldwin and Winona Ryder.
  • Movie Review: Bee Movie
    5/13/2010
    Jerry Seinfeld makes his long awaited return to the public eye with Bee Movie, a charming animated movie about a bee suing humans because they steal honey.
  • Washington Capitals All-Time All-Star Team
    5/12/2010
    Thanks to dynamic players like Alexander Ovechkin, the Washington Capitals have recently become one of the most competitive teams in the NHL. With a history of crushing disappointments, it could be only a matter of time before they hoist the Stanley Cup.
  • Movie Review: Be Kind, Rewind
    5/11/2010
    Jack Black and Mos Def team up for an surprisingly enlightening comedy about two friends who decide to remake famous movies after they accidentally wipe out every video at Be Kind, Rewind Video.
  • San Jose Sharks All-Time All-Star Team
    5/11/2010
    The San Jose Sharks have become a perennial Stanley Cup contender thanks to an amazing array of some of the NHL's best players.
  • UFC 114: Rampage Vs. Evans Preview
    5/10/2010
    The highly anticipated match-up between The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights coaches Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and "Sugar" Rashad Evans finally happens, with the winner receiving a shot at the UFC LIght Heavyweight title.
  • Movie Review: Be Cool
    5/10/2010
    A decade after Get Shorty, John Travolta returns to the role of Chili Palmer to head an all-star cast that make the most out of what they are given.
  • Movie Review: Batman Begins
    5/10/2010
    After an eight-year hiatus, Batman returns to the big screen in a re-telling his his original story. Helming the film is Christopher Nolan, while Christian Bale suits up as the iconic Caped Crusader.
  • Movie Review: Batman Returns
    5/9/2010
    Tim Burton and Michael Keaton return for a second try at the Batman franchise after 1989's Batman. Joining them are Danny DeVito as the demented Penguin and Michelle Pfeiffer as the incredibly sexy Catwoman.
  • UFC 113: Machida Vs. Shogun 2 Review
    5/9/2010
    UFC Light Heavyweight champion Lyoto "the Dragon" Machida defends his title against Mauricio "Shogun" Rua for a second time after a controversial decision victory at UFC 104. Also, Josh Koscheck faces off against Paul "Semtex" Daley.
  • Movie Review: Batman
    5/7/2010
    Nearly twenty years before The Dark Knight was released in 2008, Tim Burton released the first Batman film of the modern era, featuring Michael Keaton in the title role and Jack Nicholson as the Clown Prince of Crime himself: the Joker!
  • Movie Review: Iron Man 2
    5/7/2010
    The countdown to the Avengers 2012 release has officially began as Robert Downey Jr. suits up as Iron Man for a second time.
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