What's It Going to Take to Win?

Seattle Rallies to Win 32-20

You would normally figure it is going to turn out alright when your team is leading 17-0. But not for the Detroit Lions. Coming into Qwest Field the Lions were looking to double their win total taking on a Seahawks team that was marginally worse at only 2 victories themselves, but, Detroit played Tom Turkey a bit too early in the month and served it up. Lots of gravy on the side. This nearly completed another disastrous sports weekend for local sports fans - but the Pistons actually beat Philadelphia so it was not a sweep....................

What a Waste of Talent

Purdue Hangs On to Win 38-36



It actually was a gorgeous day. Up until the 3rd quarter. The Michigan "D" broke down again and the Boilermakers made history for themselves, much to the delight of their band. The Wolverines (5-5, 1-5 Big Ten) still need a victory to become bowl eligible, and it does not look very likely. Michigan has a tough task ahead with games at No. 24 Wisconsin next Saturday followed by a home game against No. 15 Ohio State in the regular-season finale. Maybe next year??

Good Shark Hunting

Wings Snap San Jose Win Streak in OT

Turnabout is fair play. And to be honest, it comes one you least expect it. Detroit entertained San Jose Thursday night at the Joe, and their string of overtime heartbreaks is now a distant memory. This one was sweet. Down 1-0 early in the 3rd, Zetterberg finally cleared a gaggle of clashing sticks to net a goal with 14:41 to go. And then, the heavens opened up and smiled and the Red Wings came through in the shootout to win 2-1.

Sweet.

Refreshing!! Pistons and Wings Victorious

Pistons Stuff Magic 85-80

This was a pleasant return to the Palace, for a change. Detroit showed off some good stuff Tuesday night, even with key starters out with illness and/or injury. Are they starting to develop a little more depth? NOTE: Detroit travels to Orlando for another game this week on Friday - Can they do it again?? Join us here at CUBS' AC to watch the game.

Red Wings Blank Boston 2-0

Anytime you beat the Bruins it's a good thing. But to shut them out is a dream. Chris Osgood notched his 50th shutout in the net. This is very refreshing, indeed. After THREE overtime/PS losses last week, the Wings are showing a little character and bringing Detroit Sports Fans' focus out of the miserable month of October 2009.........

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Lions Lose Toilet Bowl

St. Louis Breaks Losing Streak - Win 17-10

If you grew up a Detroit Lions fan in the last 64 years you have the distinction of rooting for the worst performing team in NFL history. St. Louis came into Ford Field on Sunday with a winless season record (sound familiar?) and went out as the winners of the "2009 Toilet Bowl." Who is going to claim the worst spot? You guessed it.

Detroit did, however, set a new record for lowest attendance at a home game. The most exciting thing about Sunday was getting an extra hour of sleep............

Pretty Scary....................

Illini Embarrass Wolverines 38-13

It was not pretty at all in Champaign. Just scary.

In fact, it was both horrible and horrifying. The Illini were on track for a seat at the bottom of the conference, but the Wolverines just might beat them there this season.

Sigh............

All Wet, Banged and Bruised

Penn State Routs Wolverines 35-10
Tate Forcier is nearly tackled in the end zone for a safety.

It started out alright with a touchdown drive on the first possession. And then it starting raining. And it rained. And it rained.

Michigan was hoping to flex some muscle in Big Ten Conference play against the Nittany Lions, but it ended up being another training session (spanking?) for the youngsters wearing maize and blue. Interceptions, dropped balls and fumbles, a seemingly listless pass defense - all add up to another big "L" in the season statistics column. Ouch.

And it was still raining.

Coach Rodriguez and the staff have a lot of work left to do, but there are only 4 games left and the Wolverines have not qualified for a bowl game invitation, yet.

Plus............the Red Wings were slapped in the face by Colorado and the Spartans watched a miracle comeback by Iowa to complete the miserable day. Ohhhh......

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