Weekend Recap: Monday Morning Links
The Winterhawks aren’t just on a hot streak right now. They’re simply unstoppable. They beat Vancouver on Saturday 7-4 to notch their record-setting 16th consecutive victory. The previous record was 15 games set in both 1978-79 and 1997-98. The Hawks have not lost since January 10th. The Winterhawks return to the ice on Tuesday when […]
The Moment I Realized I Wasn’t 22 Anymore
It sounded like a gunshot. A loud “pop” erupted so quickly and unnaturally that there’s no way it could have come from my own body. It echoed off the walls of the indoor soccer arena for all to hear. It was so freaking loud. It had to be some kid’s toy or something. But as […]
Winterhawks Win 14th Straight, Clinch Playoff Berth
The Portland Winterhawks (40-12-2-3) clinched a playoff spot with their 14th straight win Wednesday when they earned a 6-4 road victory over the Prince George Cougars (24-28-2-5). The 14 straight wins are one shy of the franchise record of 15, set in both the 1979-80 and 1997-98 seasons. The playoff spot marks the team’s fifth […]
Portland Fishing Report: The Salmon Have Arrived
This time of year, an angler’s focus is typically on steelhead. But with the snow melting and the waters rising quickly, most systems will be blown out and unfishable this weekend However, if you just cannot wait to get out onto the water in search of some winter chrome, look to the smaller coastal streams […]
Thunder Sign Portland State’s WR Justin Monahan
The Portland Thunder have been assigned former Portland State University wide receiver Justin Monahan. “It’s great to get more of that Northwest football talent,” said Head Coach Matthew Sauk. “Justin has great hands and a great attitude – he’s ready to come in, play hard, and prove he can play professional football.” Monahan (6-3, 205), […]
Is it Good for Damian Lillard to Compete in All Five All-Star Events?
Often times, the NBA All-Star Week is about finding other things to do besides watch basketball. But fans of the Portland Trail Blazers will have someone to cheer for during all five of the All-Star Week’s main events, as Damian Lillard will be putting the “all” in All-Star Week, appearing in the BBVA Compass Rising […]
Winterhawks Knock off Prince George for 13th Win in a Row
The Portland Winterhawks (39-12-2-3) made it 13 straight wins with an 8-4 victory in Prince George Monday against the Cougars (24-27-2-5). The 13 consecutive wins are two behind the franchise record of 15 set in both the 1979-80 and 1997-98 seasons. The Hawks also had a 14-game streak last season. Chase De Leo tied a […]
Timbers Announce Renamed Stadium: Providence Park
The Portland Timbers and Providence Health & Services today announced a new deeply integrated community partnership. The multiyear deal is founded in health and wellness initiatives and events throughout the region as well as a name change of the Major League Soccer (MLS) club’s historic downtown home venue to Providence Park, which annually plays host […]
Winterhawks Extend Winning Streak to 12
The Portland Winterhawks (38-12-2-3) extended their winning streak to 12 games with a 5-3 victory over the Everett Silvertips (26-21-7-1) Saturday at Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The 12 straight wins sets a new season-high, and is three behind the franchise record of 15 set in both the 1979-80 and 1997-98 seasons. The Hawks also had a […]
What is Wrong with the Blazers?
The Portland Trail Blazers started the season at a torrid pace. The scoring and wins they accumulated impressed teams and pundits around the league. Being seen as one of the best teams in the league is both a blessing and a curse. Blessing, because this team is a clear-cut playoff team, whereas before the season […]