Good morning, Sports fans! It’s Davey Mac here and we’ve got a fantastic Sports Report for ya! Aaron Rodgers making headlines…what does he have to say about Zach Wilson and the Jets? How did the Knicks do against the Bucks in their NBA Cup matchup? The Yankees just traded for a Red Sock! We’ll tell ya who it is! But first…
TAMPA, FLORIDA – APRIL 29: Andrei Vasilevskiy #88 of the Tampa Bay Lightning warms up during Game Six of the First Round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Amalie Arena on April 29, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
…I’m sorry…I know this is juvenile…but it’s funny. During a post-game media scrum Tampa Bay Lightning goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy, who had just recorded his 33rd career shutout in a great game, was answering questions when someone…um…cut the cheese. And while Vasilevskiy tried at first to power through the sound of flatulence…ultimately…he succumbed to the comedic power of the fart and broke out in laughter.
Needless to say…the Internet was gonna let the jokes fly as hard as the fart itself. I mean…and I’m sorry for admitting this, I really am…but unexpected audible gas at a press conference, media scrum, wedding, court case, mass, etc. is ALWAYS funny!
In any event…congrats to Vasilevskiy for stopping 25 of 25 shots last night and also for attempting to keep a straight face during a fart noise. You tried your best, Andrei. That’s all you can do. Now, on to the rest of the Sports Report!
PITTSBURGH, PA – JUNE 22: Andrei Vasilevski (C), 19th overall pick by the Tampa Bay Lightning, poses on stage with general manager Steve Yzerman (R) and team representatives during Round One of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft at Consol Energy Center on June 22, 2012 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
Rodgers Defends Wilson & Slams Jets
Let’s start with Football. Aaron Rodgers defended Zach Wison on an interview yesterday. Rodgers said that the article was unfairly portraying Wilson as quitting on the team…which Rodgers disagrees with. He also blasted the Jets organization for having, quote, “chicken-sh** leaks.”
CANTON, OHIO – AUGUST 03: Aaron Rodgers #8 and Zach Wilson #2 of the New York Jets warm up prior to the 2023 Pro Hall of Fame Game against the Cleveland Browns at Tom Benson Hall Of Fame Stadium on August 3, 2023 in Canton, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)
Knicks Lose To Bucks
Over to basketball…as the Knicks lost to the Bucks last night in the NBA Cup quarterfinals…146 to 122. Despite 41 points from Julius Randle…the Knicks simply could not deal with Giannis Antetokounmpo…as Giannis had 35 points, 8 rebounds, and 11 assists. The Knicks drop to 12 and 8 and are out of the tournament. The Bucks are now 15 and 6.
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – DECEMBER 05: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks is defended by Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half of the NBA In-Season Tournament Quarterfinal at Fiserv Forum on December 05, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
Lakers Defeat Suns
In the Western Conference…the Lakers took down the Suns in their quarterfinal matchup…106 to 103. LeBron James had 31 points, 8 rebounds, and 11 assists to lead the Lakers to victory.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 05: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers takes a shot against Jusuf Nurkic #20 and Grayson Allen #8 of the Phoenix Suns in the second half during the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament quarterfinals at Crypto.com Arena on December 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. 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 Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
NBA Tonight: Nets Vs. Hawks
Now tonight…back to non-NBA Cup games. The Nets take on the Hawks in Atlanta. The Nets are 10 and 9.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – NOVEMBER 03: Mikal Bridges #1 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on against the Chicago Bulls in the first half of the NBA In-Season Tournament at the United Center on November 03, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
76'ers Vs. Wiz
The 76’ers play the Wizards in D.C. Philly is 12 and 7.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – NOVEMBER 21: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during overtime at the Wells Fargo Center on November 21, 2023 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)
Devils Beat Canucks
Over to hockey. As the Devils outscored the Canucks last night…6 to 5…to take home the win. The Devils scored four goals in the first period. Jesper Bratt had to goals in the game for the Devils…who are now 12-10-1.
VANCOUVER, CANADA – DECEMBER 5: Jesper Bratt #63 of the New Jersey Devils scores the game-winning goal against Thatcher Demko #35 of the Vancouver Canucks during the third period of their NHL game at Rogers Arena on December 5, 2023 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (Photo by Derek Cain/Getty Images)
Rangers Fall To Senators
The Rangers lost to the Senators…6 to 2. The Rangers drop to 18-5-1.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 03: Artemi Panarin #10 of the New York Rangers celebrates a goal against the San Jose Sharks at Madison Square Garden on December 03, 2023 in New York City. The Rangers defeated the Sharks 6-5. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
Flyers Play Thursday
The Flyers were off. They next play on Thursday. The Flyers are 13-10-2.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – DECEMBER 04: Cam Atkinson #89 of the Philadelphia Flyers skates against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the Wells Fargo Center on December 04, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
Yanks Acquire Verdugo From Red Sox
Baseball. The Yankees have acquired outfielder Alex Verdugo in a rare trade between the Yanks and Red Sox. Verdugo hit .264 with 13 home runs in 142 games last year with Boston. Still no word on the Yankees getting Juan Soto…but gm Brian Cashman has let it known that the Yankees want Soto…but San Diego is asking for too steep a price right now.
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – SEPTEMBER 1: Alex Verdugo #99 of the Boston Red Sox breaks his bat on a Kansas City Royals pitch during the fifth inning at Kauffman Stadium on September 1, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Kyle Rivas/Getty Images)
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