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Raiders lose to struggling Jaguars 27-20

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Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. (1) tries to get past Las Vegas Raiders safety Duron Harmon (30) in Jacksonville on Sun Nov 6, 2022 (AP News photo)

Raiders Lose To Struggling Jaguars 27-20

By Barbara Mason

Last Sunday the Las Vegas Raiders (2-6) got blindsided by the New Orleans Saints 24-0. This Sunday the Raiders were looking to get back on track taking on the Jacksonville Jaguars (3-6) who have had major struggles of their own, one of them being unable to close out games.

They have lost numerous games by a single touchdown coming close far too many times. The Jags broke out of their three game losing streak with a 27-20 win over the Las Vegas Raiders in Jacksonville.

The Raiders were first up on the scoreboard in the opening quarter taking a 7-0 lead. Devante Adams caught a pass from Derek Carr for 25 yards and the lead in this game.

The Raiders would tack on more points in the second quarter off a Daniel Carlson 38 Yd Field goal to take a 10-0 lead. Las Vegas struck again in the second when Carr connected again with Adams this pass for 38 yards and a 17-0 lead. The Raiders were really rolling in the first half of this game.

With 4:50 left in the half the Jaguars got up on the board. A Travis Etienne Jr. one yard romp gave Jacksonville their first touchdown of the game still trailing the Raiders 17-7. Before the quarter ended both kickers added to their respective teams tally. The Raiders Daniel Carlson kicked a 38 yard field goal and the Jaguars Riley Patterson was good for a 44 yard field goal. At the half the score was 20-10.

Jacksonville turned this game around with their first possession in the second half. Christian Kirk caught a seven yard pass for a touchdown and the Jaguars had trimmed the Raiders lead to 20-17. Offensively Las Vegas cooled off having trouble moving the ball at all in the second half.

Jacksonville kept the pressure on scoring in the opening minute of the fourth quarter taking a 24-20 lead, their first of the game. Again it was Etienne Jr. rushing for 5 yards.

With under three minutes left in the game the Raiders had the ball with no time outs but a chance to salvage the game. The Jaguars came up with some great defensive stops and they were able to put an end to their five game losing streak. Jacksonville added insult to injury in the closing minutes of the game with a 48 Yd field goal from Patterson.

The Raiders did get the ball back with 1:01 left on the clock. In that final possession Derek Carr was sacked and intercepted. This was a great comeback win for Jacksonville. The final was 27-20.

It was indeed a tale of two halves. The Raiders had a great first half and a miserable second half. Carr had 223 passing yards in the first half and only 36 yards in the second in a stunning turnaround. Josh Jacobs finished with 67 yards rushing and 20 yards receiving. Devante Adams had a great first half with two touchdowns and 146 yards receiving but not much going on in the second half.

This was an awful loss for Las Vegas who also struggled terribly last week against the Saints. They will take on the Colts next Sunday at Allegiant Stadium in another winnable game at home. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:05 and will air on CBS.

That’s Amaury News and Commentary: Dusty’s Dream Astros Win World Series

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Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker after managing his third World Series wins his first World Series as the Astros defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in game 6 at Minute Maid Field on Sat Nov 5, 2022 (AP News photo)

Dusty’s Dream: Astros Win World Series

That’s Amaury News and Commentary

By Amaury Pi-González

Manager Dusty Baker has done it! His Houston Astros have won the 2022 World Series beating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 in 6 games. This title, his first as a manager, should cinch his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, among managers, adding to the over 2,000 wins.

This was his ultimate dream since he became a manager, a very good player as we remember, for 19 years who also won a ring in 1981 as a member of the World Champion Los Angeles Dodgers.

A career that began with the Atlanta Braves, where he was a teammate of the real home run holder Hank Aaron. Dusty had a front row at history, in Atlanta, Dusty was in the on-deck circle when Hank Aaron hit his 715th home run, passing Babe Ruth.

Winning a World Series as a player is one thing, but as a manager is totally different. A manager carries the frustration of his team. As a manager, Dusty’s frustrations were as recently as 2020 when he was coaching for the Astros he lost to the Tampa Bay Rays and was eliminated in game 7 during the American League Championship Series.

In 2021 his second season with the Astros, right after taking the helm from manager A.J Hinch and the much-publicized cheating scandal. He took that Astros team to the World Series only to lose to the Atlanta Braves in six games. At 73 years old, Dusty is now the oldest manager ever to win a World Series.

Before Dusty, it was Jack McKeon who managed the Marlins of 2003 and won the World Series at the age of 72. The Houston players are grateful and happy for Dusty Baker. He took them into a new era of Houston Astros baseball. José Altuve who was basically booed by fans all over the country, every time he came to the plate, for the cheating scandal that began in 2017.

There is the one player that was with the Astros during their bad years and then MLB conducted an investigation in 2019 after two Astros players claimed they were stealing signs. The Astros players and organization feel today like Dusty Baker was exactly the type of man they need at the helm to bring them to the ‘promised land’ and he did.

José Altuve currently has the longest tenure wearing an Astros uniform, he was with the team in 2012 when the team was in the National League Central division and they ended with a 55-107 record and the next season 2013 (the first year the Astros moved from the NL to the American League) as they ended with a dreadful record of 51-111.

After Dusty Baker, nobody enjoys this World Series Championship more than the veteran José Altuve, who called this title “a dream come true”. Altuve is the only player that was with the Astros during those very bad seasons in two different leagues. He was celebrating and happy for Dusty Baker who said “Houston is my town”.

Like many managers, Dusty had to endure all the criticism for his decisions. Dusty who was an excellent player in the majors for 19 seasons, was facing a different type of criticism as a manager. Some were brutal commentaries by prominent baseball writers of national acclaim, especially during the 2002 World Series, where Dusty’s Giants lost to the Anaheim Angels. I remember reading one; “Dusty cannot manage a bullpen”.

Today Johnnie B. “Dusty” Baker, who was born in 1949 and in 1967 was selected in the 26th round of the MLB Draft. He has been involved in baseball for the majority of his 73 years on this planet, as a player and as a manager, and is rejoicing with his players and having all the fun in the world.

Sometimes we sarcastically say “this could not have happened to a better person”, but in Dusty Baker’s case, it is true “this could not have happened to a better person”. I have been privileged to cover his career as a player and a manager. One word comes to mind that best describes the essence of this man….honesty. No wonder every player wants to play for Dusty.

Bravo Dusty!

Amaury Pi Gonzalez does News and Commentary at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast with Joe Hawkes: 49ers McCaffrey all the rage in San Francisco

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The Los Angeles Rams Derion Kendrick (left) tries to get a piece of San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (right) at SoFi Stadium on Sun Oct 30, 2022 (AP News photo)

On the 49ers podcast with Joe:

#1 The San Francisco 49ers (4-4) are really impressed with the work that running back Christian McCaffrey has done carrying 18 times, 94 yards, 5.2 per carry, and one touchdown.

#2 McCaffrey is a pass catching running back and made acrobatic nine yard touchdown catch.

#3 The 49ers have become a one dimensional team with McCaffrey carrying the offense

#4 McCaffrey was named the NFC offensive player of the week quite an honor for McCaffrey for his accomplishments

#5 Joe, it’s onto Sunday Night Football on Nov 13th against the Los Angeles Chargers (4-3) the Chargers have won three of their last four games and lost their last game to the Seattle Seahawks 37-23. This one is at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara what your prediction for this contest.

Join Joe Hawkes for the 49ers podcasts Sundays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Ducks, Stolarz edge Sharks 5-4 in overtime shootout; San Jose suffers fourth straight loss

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Anaheim Ducks center Adam Henrique, middle, is congratulated by center Trevor Zegras, left, center Ryan Strome (16) and right wing Troy Terry after scoring against the San Jose Sharks in the third period at SAP Center in San Jose on Sat Nov 5, 2022

By Daniel Dullum

Saturday, November 5, 2022

Anaheim came up with three goals in the tie-breaking overtime shootout, backed by a stellar effort from goaltender Anthony Stolarz, and defeated San Jose 5-4 Tuesday in an NHL Pacific contest at SAP Center.

It was the Ducks’ second overtime win over San Jose in the last five days.

Trevor Zegras, Mason McTavish and Adam Henrique, who scored the game-tying goal late in the third period, scored the shootout goals for Anaheim (4-7-1), Kevin Labanc and Nick Bonino scored goals in the shootout for San Jose (3-8-3).

Stolarz stopped a career-high 48 of 52 San Jose shots in 64 minutes and 18 seconds. Sharks netminder James Reimer made 21 saves on 25 shots.

Trailing 4-2 midway through the third period, Anaheim scored twice in the final four minutes to force overtime. The Sharks’ Tomas Hertl scored his second goal of the season on an assist from Timo Meier at 9:33 of the third period.

At 15:58 of the third period, Mason McTavish tallied for Anaheim, and, at 18:32, Henrique notched the equalizer for the Ducks.

Kevin Labanc’s second goal of the season at 3:54 of the first period opened the scoring. The Ducks responded with goals by Brett Leason at 12:06 and Max Comtois at 17:20, taking a 2-1 lead into the first intermission.

The Sharks surged ahead 3-2 in the second period with goals by Meier, his fifth of the year at 8:09, and a power-play goal by Luke Kunin at 16:35. Erik Karlsson extended his point streak to five games with the assist on Kunin’s goal.

San Jose was 1-7 on the power play, while the Ducks were 0-3.

After a five-day break, the Sharks start a five-game road trip on Friday at St. Louis, followed by stops at Dallas, Minnesota and Vegas,

Sacramento Kings podcast Jeremiah Salmonson: Fox hits buzzer beater from half court in OT for Kings win over Magic 126-123

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The Sacramento Kings Malik Monk (left) and De’Aaron Fox (right) both jump for joy after Fox’s overtime buzzer beater from half court to defeat the Orlando Magic on a three pointer in Orlando on Sat Nov 5, 2022 (AP News photo)

On the Kings podcast with Jeremiah:

#1 The Sacramento Kings De’Aaron Fox hit a key overtime buzzer beater that won it 126-123 over the Orlando Magic in Orlando.

#2 The win was the Kings third win in their last four games and second win on this road trip.

#3 The sequence that we talked about the Kings were up 123-121 after Jalen Suggs hits two free throws, the Magic’s Chuma Okeke got a two point thrown down to make it 123-123 to tie it up. With no time left in front of the half court line Fox took a jumper and hit a overtime buzzer beater for the three point win 126-123.

#4 Not to mention Fox had a great offensive night running off 37 points and this is not only great for Fox being on the top of the leaderboard but he’s been a huge help in some of these road wins.

#5 The Kings head to Chase Center in San Francisco to face the Golden State Warriors who have lost five straight games can the Kings get a win at Golden State?

Join Jeremiah Salmonson Fridays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Stanford Cardinal podcast with Michael Roberson: Stanford is just what the doctor ordered as Washington State snaps 3 game losing streak

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Stanford Cardinal quarterback Tanner McKee looks for a friendly face to pass to during first half action at Stanford Stadium against the Washington State Cougars on Sat Nov 5, 2022 (AP News photo)

On the Cardinal podcast:

#1 Washington State Cougars (5-4) quarterback Cameron Ward had himself quite an afternoon at Stanford Stadium with two touchdown passes and one keeper as the Cougars ran away with a 52-14 win against the Stanford Cardinal (3-6) on Saturday afternoon.

#2 It was an important win for the Cougars they came to Stanford with a three game losing streak and put their shoulder into this one with a convincing win against the Cardinal to snap the three game losing streak.

#3 Michael, it was another offensive struggle for Stanford quarterback Tanner McKee who threw for 23 for 40 for 236 yards, problem was Tanner didn’t throw for any touchdowns.

#4 It was Stanford running back Ashton Daniels who provided all the offense the Cardinal would get for the afternoon and who carried for two touchdowns in seven carries averaging 14 yards a carry.

#5 The Cardinal in their last four games are playing .500 ball having lost two of their last four games. The Cardinal hope to put this game with Wazoo behind them and get ready for the Utah Utes (7-2) in Utah. The Utes are running hot having won three straight games. Tell us Michael how you see this match up this coming Sat Nov 12th.

Join Michael for Stanford Cardinal podcasts heard Wednesdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

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Washington State Claws Stanford on the Farm, 52-14

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Washington State running back Nakia Watson (25) runs for a 41-yard touchdown against Stanford during the first half at Stanford Stadium on Sat Nov 5, 2022 (AP News photo)

By Michael Roberson

STANFORD, Calf.– The Stanford Cardinal (3-6, 1-6 Pac 12) suffers another conference loss, this time in blowout fashion to the Washington State Cougars (5-4, 2-4 Pac 12), 52-14.

The visiting Cougars wasted no time in pouncing on the Cardinal, as they scored 21 straight points within the first ten minutes of the game. Washington States scoring in the initial stanza was: A three yard rushing touchdown by freshman receiver, Leyton Smithson.

Sophomore quarterback Cameron Ward threw a seven yard touchdown to receiver Anderson Grover, and scored one himself on a 15-yard scramble to paydirt. Stanford did manage to score before the first quarter expired, when backup freshman quarterback Ashton Daniels rushed for a one-yard touchdown, 21-7 WSU

Washington State was not finished scoring, as they tacked on another 21 points on their opponent. Stanford’s three fumbles helped a great deal too in Washington State’s prolific scoring. Ashton Daniels fumbled, which was recovered by freshman safety Jaden Hicks for a 17-yard touchdown.

Cameron Ward tossed another touchdown for nine yards to sophomore Donovan Ollie. With less than a minute to go in the half, Cougars’ junior running back Nakia Watson exploded through the line for a 49-yard touchdown. 42-7 WSU

After the mid game break, Stanford scratched the scoreboard with another touchdown by Ashton Daniels, on a two yard rush. Washington State countered with a 22-yard field goal by sophomore kicker Sean Janikowski. After 45 minutes of play, 45-14 WSU.

The final period had the Cougars, backup freshman quarterback getting into the action. John Mateer hurled the pigskin 27 yards to fellow freshman Orion Peters for the final tally of the contest. Washington State surpassed the half-century mark, 52-14 over the hosting Stanford Cardinal.

Stanford will take their two-game losing streak to Salt Lake City and battle the Utah Utes Saturday, November 15, while Washington State hosts Arizona State on the same date.

Cardinal quarterback Tanner McKee threw for 236 yards and no TD’s, while his backup, Ashton Daniels rushed for two touchdowns.

Cougars’ QB, Cameron Ward threw two TD’s and rushed for another, while his backup, John Mateer converted a touchdown pass himself. Running Back Nakia Watson rushed for 166 yards and scored a 49-yard touchdown.

Stanford’s next home game will be a non conference battle against the Brigham Young University Cougars Thanksgiving Weekend, Saturday, November 26.

NHL podcast with Matt Harrington: Senators put team up for sale; Bruins Miller has not apologized to racial bullying victim says victim’s mother; plus more NHL news

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The late Eugene Melnyk (left), daughters Olivia (center) and Anna (right) owners of the Ottawa Senators. Olivia and Anna and the Senators ownership have put the team up for sale. (NBC Sports file photo)

On the NHL podcast with Matt:

#1 Matt, the Ottawa Senators are selling the team but with one stipulation that the team remains in Ottawa. Galatioto Sports Partners has a financial advisor who is initiating the sale of the team. Eugene Melnyk who was the original owner of the Senators since 2003 and passed away on March 28th at age 62. Melnyk’s daughters Anna 23 and Olivia 20 have been overseeing the team.

#2 The Boston Burins signed Mitchell Miller who is a goon or a bully of sorts and is coming to the Bruins as a prospect from the Arizona Coyotes. Miller admitted that when he was in the eighth grade at the age of 14 with friends swiped a push pop in a urinal and gave it to Isaiah Meyer-Crothers then 14 who black and disabled. Miller ended up in juvenile detention for actions and according to Crother’s mother Mitchell to this day has never apologized to Crothers who is now in his 20s. Fans and talk shows have expressed anger and disappointment over Mitchell’s signing with the Bruins.

#3 Alex Ovechkin tied a scoring goal mark with former NHL star Gordie Howe with his 786th career goal a second period goal with 12:19 remaining in Detroit against the Red Wings on Thursday night.

#4 Mikko Rantanen got a hat trick for the Colorado Avalanche on the way to defeating the Columbus Blue Jackets at Tampere Finland. Rantanen was playing in his home country in the 2022 NHL Global Series at Nokia Arena on Friday for the 6-3 win.

#5 Sebastian Aho scored a hat trick and an assist for the Carolina Hurricanes to help defeat the Buffalo Sabers in Raleigh. Martin Necas got a goal and two assists in the Canes winning 5-3 effort at PNC Arena in Carolina on Friday night.

Join Matt Harrington for the NHL podcast each Saturday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

It’s Five Straight loses For Golden State; Warriors lose to Pelicans 114-105; Warriors now have 0-6 road record

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New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) drives to the basket between Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) and forward JaMychal Green (1) in first half action in New Orleans on Fri Nov 4, 2022 (AP Ne

It’s Five Straight For Golden State Losing to Pelicans 114-105

By Barbara Mason

Friday night the Golden State Warriors (3-7) finished up their road trip taking on the New Orleans Pelicans (5-3) in the “Big Easy” and wound up dropping their fifth straight game 114-105.

It has been a road trip that no-one saw coming. Golden State has not win a single road game this season and looked for a win tonight against a very tough Pelican team. New Orleans had some great starters which of course included Zion Wiliamson along with CJ McCollum, Brandon Ingram and Jonas Valanciiunas. With Williamson completely healthy for this game under the best of circumstances would be a challenge.

Tonight’s game featured a new look for the Warriors. Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green rested and watched the game from the bench. This was an absolute opportunity for the young guys to get on the floor and exercise their skills.

Game recap: The first quarter was a solid one for Golden State leading after the first 12 minutes 27-26. Ryan Rollins got his first three in the NBA in the quarter. Kevon Looney, Jordan Poole, Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody and Anthony Lamb were the starters for the game.

In the second quarter the turnovers were starting to mount with seven in the early going. After trailing by 11 points Golden State climbed back into the game trailing by a single point 50-49 with under three minutes left in the half. The youngsters were giving the elite Pelicans a run for their money.

New Orleans made a push in the final minute of the second quarter leading 61-54 going into the locker room. Despite trailing it was an impressive showing by the kids. At the half Poole had 12 points, Kuminga had 11 and Lamb also had double digits with 10 points.

With 3:79 left in the third quarter the Warriors had tied up the game at 70. Golden State remained competitive throughout the quarter. A tough sequence in the final minute gave the Pelicans an 88-79 lead going into the final quarter. Brandon Ingram was having a great game with 25 points supported by Williamson and McCollum each with 14.

The Warriors hung in this game for three quarters and made a push in the fourth quarter trailing 93-89 with eight minutes left in the game. Golden State was just looking to keep this game close. The Pelicans put up a real push in the final minutes and finished off the Warriors in the final game of this road trip. The final was 114-105.

The kids had some great moments. They struggled with traveling and turnovers but this was a terrific opportunity to play for these guys. They played a scrappy game and no doubt learned an awful lot. Poole finished with 20 points, Ty Jerome and Kuminga had 18, Lamb with 16 and Moody 14 points. Not bad for a bunch that hasn’t played together. The Warriors will head home with a five game losing streak.

The Warriors will have some time off before they take on the Sacramento Kings at Chase Center Monday night. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM.

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Grand jurors say they were followed and surveilled after grand jury report critical of 49ers

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Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gillmor is running against 49ers backed candidate Anthony Becker in the mayoral race for the City of Santa Clara. Gillmor is running for re-election in this Tue Nov 8, 2022 election (Business Journal file photo)

On the 49ers podcast with David:

#1 A grand juror report that said the San Francisco 49ers handling of their legal issues with the City of Santa Clara over their stadium management revenue was called a “hatchet job” and “contained dozens or lies” according to 49ers spokesman Rahul Chandhok. Chandhok said the grand jury had “stacked” the report with Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gillmor’s allies who the Niners are trying to unseat in the upcoming Tuesday mayoral election. Chandhok said that the grand jury were a “kangaroo court” and “a partisan group of cronies co-opting the justice system” will the voters take the 49ers side or Mayor Gillmor’s side in the grand jury event.

#2 Former San Mateo County Superior Court Judge Quentin Kopp said that Chandhok’s comments are “rife with personal innuendoes.” Kopp said if he was the grand jury judge he would ask the Niners “why they shouldn’t be held in contempt of court?”

#3 There have been members of the grand jury who said they have been followed or surveilled after the 49ers report came out.

David Zizmor filled in for Marko Ukalovic for the 49ers podcast at http://www.sportsradioservice.com. Marko podcasts Fridays and David on Wednesdays on the 49ers.