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Sharks Lose 3-2 to Hurricanes, Kunin Scores Twice

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San Jose Sharks Barclay Goodrow (32) can’t control the puck against the Carolina Hurricanes Sean Walker (26) and Shane Gostisbehere (4) at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh NC on Tue Dec 10, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Mary Walsh

The San Jose Sharks fell 3-2 to the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday. Shayne Gostisbehere, Brent Burns and Jalen Chatfield scored for the Hurricanes. Pyotr Kochetkov made 21 saves for the win. Luke Kunin scored twice for the Sharks and Vitek Vanecek made 25 saves in the loss.

This was the Sharks first game after the trade of Mackenzide Blackwood to the Colorado Avalanche on Monday. Vitek Vancecek was in net, with his last appearance being in the first period in Tampa Bay two games ago. After Tuesday’s game, Luke Kunin said, of Vanecek: “He was great, he’s been great for us all year. Kept us in that one early. Yeah, our goaltending’s been phenomenal.”

William Eklund also credited Vanecek with keeping them in the game despite the team’s regrettable third period: “It’s just, obviously we’ve had good third periods this year. That’s been our thing I felt like. And today it wasn’t our thing. We shoot ourselves in the foot a little bit.”

Shayne Gostisbehere scored the first goal of the game at 4:26. As Gostisbehere skated in from the blue line, he caught a pass from Wiliam Carrier in the slot and snapped the puck past Vanecek. Assists went to Carrier and Jack Roslovic.

Luke Kunin tied the game at 18:51. Macklin Celebrini brought the puck in and then found Kunin with a pass to the slot. Kunin snapped it by Kochetkov. Assists went to Celebrini and Cody Ceci.

There were no penalties called in the first period. The Hurricanes outshot the Sharks 11-9.

Kunin scored again to give the Sharks a lead at 11:44 of the second period. William Eklund took the puck below the goal line and behind the net before sending it back up to Kunin. Kunin was just arriving by the net and tapped it past the goaltender.

The teams were very close in shots during the second period, 8-7 Hurricanes. The Sharks took three penalties and the Hurricanes took two.

Brent Burns tied the game back up at 4:11 of the third period. A turnover at the Hurricanes blue line sent the home team racing the other way. Sebastian Aho’s pass found Brent Burns approaching the Sharks net with Vanecek unable to get across. Assists wet to Aho and Martin Necas.

Jalen Chatfield scored the game winner at 17:21 of the third period. He intercepted a failed clearing attempt and sent it back to the net through traffic.

The Sharks next play on Thursday in St. Louis against the Blues at 5:00 PM PT.

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Tony Renteria: Raiders hope to snap 8 game skid face Falcons on Monday Night Football

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell (12) looks to heave the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay on Mon Dec 9, 2024 (AP News photo)

#1 The Las Vegas Raiders (2-11) once again were on their opponents heels late in a game but once again the game got away from them in the fourth quarter. This time against the the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-6) the Raiders had a 14-10 but the Bucs pulled ahead with a touchdown in the fourth quarter that pretty much put the kibosh on any chance for the Raiders to come back losing to Tampa Bay 21-10.

#2 Once again the Raiders played a close game quarterback Aidan O’Connell didn’t throw anywhere close to 200 yards and if the Raiders were able to get just that much more offense just maybe they would have been able to get the lead.

#3 The Raiders scored twice in the second quarter with O’Connell rushing for a one yard touchdown at 8:07 making it 14-7 and with a 25 yard field goal at 4:28 by kicker Daniel Carlson cutting Tampa Bay’s lead to four points 14-10 at the half..

#4 Fourth quarter the Bucs added Rachaad White carried for three yard touchdown to pull ahead 21-10, Carlson for the Raiders booted a 27 yard field goal 21-13 at 3:05 and the Bucs put the final touches on scoring Sunday with a quarterback Baker Mayfield 29 yard pass to Jalen McMillan 1:56 giving the Bucs a 28-13 win.

#5 Sunday’s loss is the Raiders eighth consecutive. This has been a struggling effort by the Raiders just to get back in the win column a place they have not been since Sep 29th when they defeated the Cleveland Browns. The Raiders take that eight game skid into their next game at Allegiant Stadium against the Atlanta Falcons on Monday Night Football on Dec 16th. The Falcons lost to the Minnesota Vikings Sunday and the Falcons drop below .500 at 6-7. How do you see this game next week Monday?

Tony Renteria does the Raiders podcasts Tuesdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast: How Soto improves Mets World Series chances; Phils to take a chance on Romano; plus more news

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New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto in the sunset will he improve the Mets chances to get into the World Series for 2025? (photo from Stable Diffusion Online)

On That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast:

#1 The New York Mets odds to make the 2025 World Series went from +1200 to +750 after acquiring Juan Soto on Sunday night. What is your take away on the Mets chances to make the World Series with Soto in the line up and does the Yankees chances diminish now that Soto has left the Bronx?

#2 The Philadelphia Phillies have come to a one year agreement with Jordan Romano. Romano pitched in the 2024 for the Toronto Blue Jays but was suffered injuries and missed some relief duties and later had to have arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow. Romano had four strong seasons pitching before 2024 and was one of the best relief pitchers in baseball with a 2.29 ERA in 200 2/3 innings, 251 strike outs. Romano is taking a physical if he passes he’ll be relieving for the Phillies in 2025.

#3 Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki was posted to Major League teams and will be able to sign as a free agent on Tue Dec 10 to Thu Jan 23. Chiba Lotte Marines waited for the deadline until they were able to post Sasaki to a Major League team.

#4 Former Pittsburgh Pirate Dave Parker and former Chicago White Sox Dick Allen were elected to the Cooperstown Hall of Fame. Parker was the 1978 National League MVP and Allen was the 1972 American League MVP. Parker hit .290, 339 home runs, 1493 RBIs from 1973-1991. Allen who passed away in 2020 hit .292, 351 home runs, 1119 RBIs.

#5 Their jumping ship in San Francisco for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Outfielder Michael Comforto has signed a one year $17 million contract with the Dodgers. Comforto hit .238, 35 home runs, and 124 RBIs in 255 at bats and played left and right field for the Giants. Comforto is second ex Giant to leave for the Dodgers along with pitcher Blake Snell.

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Deebo says “Not Struggling at all just not getting the ball” on X

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel says he’s not getting enough touches on his X account although he’s second behind Jordan Mason carries (photo from the San Francisco 49ers)

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 On Monday San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel said on X “Not struggling at all just not getting the ball” is he right is he not getting enough chances or is he wrong he’s not producing from the chances that he’s given.

#2 Samuel had 97 yards from scrimmage in his last four games, is second in touches behind Jordan Mason. Against the Bears last Sunday Samuel carried for 35 yards from scrimmage five yards on two carries.

#3 49ers host the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday Night Football at Levi Stadium at 5:15pm PST. The Rams are second in the NFC West , they have won their last two games, and have won four of their last six games. Do you see the Rams being a much tougher customer than the Bears were?

David Zizmor does the San Francisco 49ers podcasts each Wednesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Sacramento Kings podcast with Barbara Mason: No Mercy Rule for Jazz; Kings blow out Utah 141-97 at Golden 1

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Guard De’Aaron Fox (5) and forward Domantas Sabonis (11) of the Sacramento Kings are please with how things are going against the Utah Jazz on Sun Dec 8, 2024 at Golden 1 Center (AP News photo)

On the Sacramento Kings podcast with Barbara Mason:

#1 Barbara, talk about how important Kevin Huerter was for the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night leading with 26 points as the Kings demolished the Utah Jazz at Golden 1 Center 141-97.

#2 The Kings are on a roll with their scoring they have won by 140 or more in their last two games. They defeated the San Antonio Spurs last Friday 140-113.

#3 The Jazz on the other hand have lost six of their last seven games and it showed how much Utah is struggling as the Kings had their way with the Jazz scoring at will.

#4 The Kings never let up they scored 43 points in the third quarter and De’Aaron Fox even beat the buzzer to give the Kings a 31 point lead going into the fourth quarter.

#5 The Kings face another struggling team the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Arena in New Orleans on Thursday night. The Pelicans are last in the Western Conference with a 5-20 record and the Kings are 12th with a 12-13 record. It’s a one game road trip as Sacramento returns home Mon Dec 16th against the Denver Nuggets. Barbara how do you see this Kings-Pelicans match up on Thursday night?

Barbara Mason does the Sacramento Kings podcasts Mondays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Jose Barracuda podcast with Marko Ukalovic: Barracuda has Firebirds on the run both clubs meet again Thursday night

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San Jose Barracuda celebrate their win over the Coachella Valley Firebirds at Tech CU in San Jose on Sun Dec 8, 2024 (San Jose Barracuda photo)

San Jose Barracuda podcast with Marko Ukalovic:

#1 The San Jose Barracuda edged the Coachella Valley Firebirds on Sunday afternoon 2-1 at Tech CU Arena in San Jose. The Firebirds Nikolaus Brouillard scored his second goal of the season at 9:36 in the first period to put the Firebirds on the scoreboard to kick things off 1-0. It was early but the Firebirds are a good club were there any fears or worries from the Barracuda bench?

#2 At 15:17 the Barracuda’s Thomas Bordeleau scoring his fourth goal of the season to tie up the game in the first period.

#3 Oh yes nice job by goaltender Georgi Romanov stopped 32 shots nice work in keeping the Birds out of the net.

#4 Game hero Barracuda Donavan Houle scored the go ahead goal at 10:32 making it 2-1.

#5 The Firebirds are a tough a club but for head coach John McCarthy and company to take a two game sweep from the Firebirds the Barracuda in second place moved four points on the third place Firebirds in the standings.

#6 The Barracuda take on the Firebirds at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert this Thu Dec 12th at 7:00pm PST. You got to see both clubs on Saturday and Sunday how do you see this match up in the desert this Thursday?

Join Marko Ukalovic for the San Jose Barracuda podcasts each Monday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Stanford Cardinal podcast with Michael Roberson: Stanford takes commanding win over Cal 89-81 at Haas Pavilion

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Stanford Cardinal forward Maxime Raynaud (42) with arms out stretched tied as leading scorer with 20 points against the Cal Bears at Haas Pavilion in Berkeley on Sat Dec 7, 2024

On the Stanford Cardinal podcast with Michael Roberson:

#1 Stanford Cardinal (8-2) Maxime Raynaud converted almost 50% of his shots leading the Cardinal with 20 points he was getting the open shot quite often today against the Cal Bears (6-3).

#2 The Cardinal pretty much were having their way in the first half outscoring Cal 47-31.

#3 The Cardinal defense held the Cal Bears to single digits the Bears Andrej Stojakovic and and Javon Blacksher were the only two players to get into double figures.

#4 Talk about Stanford’s defense they were able to keep the Bears at arms length for most of the game. The closest that Cal they tied it up but just couldn’t take the lead at any point in the contest.

#5 Stanford hosts the Merrimack Warriors (3-6) at Maples Pavilion on Tue Dec 17th. Merrimack has won their last two games but lost six in a row before that. How do you see this match up on Tuesday night?

Michael Roberson does the Stanford Cardinal podcasts Thursdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

That’s Amaury News and Commentary: Soto breaks the bank signs an MLB record 15 year $765 million deal with Mets

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Juan Soto models his New York Mets uniform as he joins the Mets on a 15 year, $765 million contract he signed on Sun Dec 8, 2024 (photo by SNY)

Soto breaks the bank

That’s Amaury News and Commentary

By Amaury Pi Gonzalez

On Sunday, December 8, 2024, Juan Soto, a free agent, signed a 15-year deal with the New York Mets for $765 Million. Soto, born in the Dominican Republic, now has the most significant contract in professional American sports, more than the previous holder of that distinction, Japanese two-way star LA Dodgers Shohei Ohtani, who recently won the NL Most Valuable Player for the third time.

Juan Soto beat Ohtani by $65 million. To put Juan Soto’s contract/salary in perspective, the Dominican Republic, where Juan Soto was born 26 years ago, on an island of 11 million people. The average salary in this Caribbean nation is $7,272 per year or about $606 per month.

However, if you think the Dominican Republic is the poorest island in the Caribbean, you are mistaken. Cuba, which is the largest island in the Caribbean, according to all available data, the average salary of a Cuban citizen is around $30 to $40 US dollars per month or roughly 4,000 Cuban Pesos per year.

The reason is straightforward: Cuba’s government is a communist system where the communist leaders set the wages, they put the prices, and they distribute the wealth. This was not the case for Cuba until 1960 when the island was one of the most prosperous and advanced countries in the Caribbean and all of Latin America.

Unsurprisingly, the Mets, not the Yankees, Dodgers, Blue Jays, Red Sox, Giants, or any other baseball team, signed Mr.Soto. It was the New York Mets, whose owner, Steven A. Cohen, is considered one of, if not the wealthiest, MLB owners, with an estimated net worth of $16 to 20 billion.

The news of Soto signing this incredible contract hit the Dominican Republic like a thunderbolt, and all the media reported it as Breaking News with great pride and admiration. One colleague from the Dominican Republic told me “Nos sentimos muy orgullosos de ser el pais con el pelotero con el salario más grande en la historia” Trans: “We feel very proud to be the country with the baseball player with the largest contract in history”

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

Kings down Jazz 141-97 in blowout win

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Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox (5) drives the lane as forward Domantas Sabonis (11) sets the pick and the Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (center) can’t reach Fox at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento on Sun Dec 8, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Jeremiah Salmonson

SACRAMENTO–The Sacramento Kings were back in action on Sunday night, returning home after a brief two-game road trip. Their journey took them through Memphis and San Antonio, where the Kings suffered a 115-110 loss to the Grizzlies but rebounded with a 140-113 victory over the Spurs on Friday night.

The win against San Antonio was much needed as the Kings fought to stay around the .500 mark. Focused and determined, the Kings entered Sunday’s game looking to win two in a row for the first time since November 4th and 6th. Coming into the matchup, the Kings (11-13) hosted the Utah Jazz (5-17) at 7 PM PST. The Kings ultimately dominated, defeating the Jazz 141-97.

In the first quarter, neither team played particularly clean basketball. The Kings committed three turnovers, giving up five points, while the Jazz had five turnovers, also resulting in five points. Kevin Huerter got off to a hot start for the Kings, shooting 3-of-4 and scoring eight points in the quarter. The Jazz struggled offensively, shooting just 35% and scoring 23 points. Meanwhile, the Kings managed 26 points to take a slim early lead.

The Kings brought strong energy into the second quarter, starting with an 8-2 run fueled by quick baskets from Keon Ellis and Kevin Huerter, prompting the Jazz to call a timeout with 10:10 left. The Kings didn’t let up for the rest of the quarter, outscoring the Jazz 36-22 to take a commanding 62-45 lead into halftime. Kevin Huerter led the Kings’ charge, while Keyonte George paced the Jazz with 14 points at the break.

It felt like a breakout half for the Kings, who needed to sustain their momentum in the second half.

In the third quarter, the Kings continued to pour it on offensively, outscoring the Jazz 43-29. The Kings appeared to have rediscovered their identity, scoring 140 points on Friday and putting up 105 through three quarters on Sunday—a welcome sight for fans. Heading into the final frame, the Kings led 105-74.

The fourth quarter could best be described as garbage time. The Kings extended their lead to as much as 44 points with 5:30 remaining. They outscored the Jazz 36-23 in the final period, sealing an emphatic 141-97 victory. Kevin Huerter led the Kings with 26 points, while Keyonte George topped the Jazz with 25 points in a losing effort. The Kings improved to 12-13 as the Jazz fell to 5-18 on the season.

After the game, coach Mike Brown praised the Kings’ ability to play at a high level, stressing the importance of committing to “every possession.” Brown repeated the phrase so many times during his postgame press conference that the media couldn’t help but chuckle as he asked, “Is that clear?” Message received, Coach. The question now is whether the Kings can build on this performance and go on a winning streak.

Fun Note: Doug McDermott gave fans a reason to cheer in garbage time, shooting 6-of-7 from three-point range.

Up Next: The Sacramento Kings will hit the road to face the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday at 5 PM PST. With Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram likely to be out, the Kings will need to capitalize on the opportunity.

San Francisco Decimates Chicago 38-13; 49ers snap 3 game skid

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) rolls out against the Chicago Bears at Levi Stadium on Sun Dec 8, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Barbara Mason

After suffering two losses in the past couple of weeks playing on the frozen tundra of Green Bay and Buffalo, the San Francisco 49ers took the field Sunday against the Chicago Bears looking like Super Bowl contenders. They had it all going on offensively and defensively.

The Bears were outplayed at every turn. They did play a better second half but it was too little too late. San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy threw for 325 yards and two touchdowns.

The 49ers had three rushing touchdowns courtesy of Isaac Guerendo with two of them and Patrick Taylor Jr. with one. George Kittle finished the game with 151 receiving yards. Jauan Jennings received for 90 yards. The final was 38-13 in a most lop-sided game.

Game recap: San Francisco lost no time establishing the running game in the first quarter driving downfield on their first possession. Brock Purdy came out in this game firing on all cylinders connecting with Jauan Jennings for seven yards and the first score of the day 7-0.

The drive took all of 2 minutes and 20 seconds. The Niner defense was equally ready for this game forcing the Bears to go three and out twice in the opening quarter. The Bears had hit a brick wall in the first quarter unable to move the ball against the 49er defense.

They had a number of interception chances but came up empty. As the first quarter began to wind down, the 49ers struck again. Isaac Guerendo rushed for one yard and San Francisco’s first rushing touchdown of the game. They took a 14-0 lead into the second quarter.

The second quarter remained tough for Chicago as San Francisco continued to bulldoze their offense. They just couldn’t move the ball at all. The 49ers extended their lead 21-0, a 12 play, 71 yard drive culminating in a Brock Purdy 16 yard pass to Juan Jennings, his second touchdown of the day, and the 21-0 lead.

San Francisco was getting the job done in the air and on the ground a vast contrast to their last two outings. The first penalty of the game could not have come at a worst time for the 49ers. Ricky Pearsall was called for holding calling back San Francisco’s would be fourth touchdown of the game. Unable to find the end zone the 49ers were forced to settle for the field goal. Jake Moody kicked a 23 yard field goal for a 49er halftime lead of 24-0.

The first half stats were stunning. Brock Purdy finished the first half 16 of 18 with 258 passing yards and two touchdowns. San Francisco had a total of 65 rushing yards. George Kittle was having a banner game with 138 receiving yards after only the two quarters.

The Bears on the other hand had some miserable stats. Quarterback Caleb Williams was sacked four times erasing the 27 yards he passed for. Chicago had a total of seven rushing yards on four carries and 27 yards receiving. San Francisco had totally dominated the game from the very first play back in the first quarter and the Bears never knew what hit them.

The Bears were able to move the ball in the third quarter, on the ground and in the air. In their first third quarter possession they had already surpassed their entire first half passing and receiving stats.

They drove down inside the San Francisco ten yard line culminating in a Williams to Rome Odunze four yard pass. Odunze made an incredible catch in the corner of the end zone for the six points, their first of the day.

The two-point conversion attempt failed and Chicago was at least up on the scoreboard 24-6. San Francisco could not move the ball and Chicago was back in business on downs.

The third quarter ended quietly but the fourth started with a bang, a 49er bang, extending their lead to 31-6. Isaac Guerendo celebrated his second rushing touchdown of the game, a four yard scamper scored at 14:57.

The Bears answered at 11:48 when quarterback Caleb Williams connected with Rome Odunze (his second touchdown of the day) for 14 yards and the Cairo Santos kick was good. Trailing 31-13 in the final quarter, the Bears were faced with an impossible task.

That task became even more impossible when at 5:15 San Francisco scored their fifth touchdown of the day. Patrick Taylor Jr. rushed for three yards and this game was all but done with San Francisco leading 38-13. That would be the final score.

Despite missing some key players San Francisco did not miss a beat. They dominated from start to finish. Brock Purdy had an amazing game going 20 of 25 for 325 yards and two touchdowns. Juaan Jennings finished the day with two receiving touchdowns and Isaac Guerendo had two rushing scores.

San Francisco finally played the kind of game they had been searching for. They now have their work cut out for them and they will need some help. They looked like Super Bowl contenders in today’s game but it may prove to be too late with four games left in the season.

Game notes: Sunday afternoon the 49ers were back home at Levi’s Stadium taking on the Chicago Bears. This game was played under sunny skies and 67 degrees a far cry from their last two games in Green Bay and Buffalo.

With this favorable weather conditions, San Francisco took the chance to get back on track despite being without some key players. Nick Bosa, Jordan Mason and Trent Williams will be out for this game and Christian McAffrey is out for at least the remainder of the regular season with a torn PCL suffered last week against Buffalo.

The Bears will be played under interim coach Thomas Brown who took over after the firing of head coach Matt Eberflus. This is the first time in franchise history that a Bear’s coach was fired mid-season. This firing came as a result of Chicago’s six game losing streak while San Francisco came into the season favorites to go back to the Super Bowl. Both teams are reeling from horrible setbacks this season.

Next Thursday night the nationally televised game will feature the San Francisco 49ers playing their rival the Los Angeles Rams. Sunday the Rams pulled an upset over the Buffalo Bills 44-42 giving Los Angeles a 7-6 record a full game ahead of the 49ers.

Right now there is a tie for third place in the National Football Conference between the 49ers and the Cardinals and Los Angeles has taken sole possession of second place. Kickoff for that game is scheduled for Thursday at 5:15 PM and can be viewed on Prime Video.