Good morning, Sports fans. It’s your pal Davey Mac here and we’ve got a big Sports Report for ya today. But first…Mississippi State football head coach Mike Leach died unexpectedly on Monday night. He was 61 (heart issues have been the diagnosis thus far).
Leach was famous for being one of the great offensive innovators of this century. From Alabama’s Nick Saban to the Arizona Cardinals’ Kliff Kingsbury…football insiders in both college and the pro’s credit Leach for creating a more contemporary, airborne brand of football.
He had breakthrough seasons and big-time success with Texas Tech, Washington State, and presently Mississippi State. But in addition to his football prowess…Leach was also known to be one of the most candid and humorous interviews of any coach in any Sports.
Whether Leach was talking about his favorite candies, which mascot would win in a fight, and why eloping is better than a wedding…Leach was like the Mark Twain of football. Extremely popular with players, fellow coaches, schools, and fans…Leach was a true college football legend and will be missed.
Check out a few of Coach Leach’s most memorable interviews…and RIP, Mike.
– Davey Mac
Mike Leach on candy…
Mike Leach on candy corn…
Mike Leach on which mascot would win in a fight…
Mike Leach on weddings…
Mike Leach on who would win: Vikings or Pirates?
Mike Leach ’60 Minutes’ interview
Devils Lose To Stars
The Devils lost to the Stars last night…4 to 1. The loss drops the Devils to 21-6-2.
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – DECEMBER 13: Akira Schmid #40 of the New Jersey Devils makes the second period pad save against the Dallas Stars at the Prudential Center on December 13, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
Flyers Fall To Avs
The Flyers fell to the Avalanche…3 to 2. The Flyers are now 9-14-7.
Goaltender Carter Hart #79 of the Philadelphia Flyers (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Ovechkin Gets To 800
The Washington Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin scored the 800th goal of his career last night…becoming the third player in NHL history to reach the milestone…joining Wayne Gretzky and Gordie Howe. The Caps beat the Blackhawks, 7 to 3.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – DECEMBER 13: Alex Ovechkin #8 of the Washington Capitals celebrates after scoring his 800th career goal during the third period against the Chicago Blackhawks at United Center on December 13, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
76'ers Defeat Sacramento
The 76’ers beat the Kings last night…123 to 103. Joel Embiid had 31 points and 7 rebounds for Philly…and James Harden added 21 points, 15 assists, and 5 steals in the game. The Sixers improve to 15 and 12.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – DECEMBER 13: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers shots over Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center on December 13, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
Knicks Vs. Bulls Tonight
Tonight the Knights take on the Bulls in Chicago. Julius Randle has averaged just over 22 points and 8.7 a game this year in a comeback season. The Knicks are over .500 at 14 and 13 and have won four in a row.
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – DECEMBER 09: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks reacts during the second half of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on December 09, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)
Nets Play Friday
The Nets were inactive. They next play on Friday against the Raptors in Toronto. The Nets are 17 and 12 this season.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 2: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts with teammate Kevin Durant #7 against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Barclays Center on December 2, 2022 in New York City. The Nets won 114-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)
Argentina In World Cup Finals
Argentina is heading to the World Cup Finals, thanks to a 3 to 0 win over Croatia yesterday. Argentina won its only World Cup back in 1986, and will face either France or Morocco in the final this time around. Argentina’s legendary Lionel Messi now gets to play in his first World Cup Final ever.
LUSAIL CITY, QATAR – DECEMBER 13: Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates the team’s 3-0 victory in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 semi final match between Argentina and Croatia at Lusail Stadium on December 13, 2022 in Lusail City, Qatar. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
Cards' Murray Out For Season
Fantasy Football Players…the Arizona Cardinals have announced that Kyler Murray has a torn ACL and will have season-ending surgery. Nightmare season for the Cards…they made the playoffs last year and were expected to do so again…but now they’re 4 and 9 and they’re out.
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 12: Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals is carted off the field after being injured against the New England Patriots during the first quarter of the game at State Farm Stadium on December 12, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
Yankees Still In Hard On Rodon
The New York Yankees are still intensely pursuing left-handed ace Carlos Rodon…according to the New York Post’s Jon Heyman…Heyman reports that Rodon is looking for a contract in the area of seven years and $200 million, while the Yanks have preferred to stay within the five-six year range. It’s also being reported that other teams have outbid the Yankees…but that Rodon would prefer to sign with the Yanks.
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 14: Carlos Rodon #16 of the San Francisco Giants pitches against the Atlanta Braves in the second inning at Oracle Park on September 14, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
That's Today's Davey Mac Sports Report!
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