Brandon Erickson Article Archive

  1. Minnesota Twins: A Look at 2010 and Beyond

    So, the Twins have suffered a sweep to the New York Yankees at home Sunday losing 4-1. In a season marked by ups and downs, the Twins have shown us their heart in an epic feat. Coach Ron Gardenhire should not be disappointed...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about about 1 month ago 251 reads 4 comments

  2. Umpire Phil Cuzzi Showed Us Why Instant Replay on Fair/Foul Balls Is Needed

    I sat at a local pub this Friday night taking in Game Two of the ALDS of the Minnesota Twins and New York Yankees. I thought it would be an interesting game, to be sure...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about about 1 month ago 681 reads 8 comments

  3. Battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe: Minnesota Gophers Vs Wisconsin Badgers

    Paul Bunyan's Axe is a symbol of one of the most heated rivalries in college football, representing the oldest and most-played rivalry in Division I-A football, with 118 editions dating back 1890...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 503 reads 13 comments

  4. Kip's NFL Gameday (Power Rankings) Reveiw: 32 Comments On Week Three

    In a week three of surprises, the NFL was shook up after two interesting weeks to open up 2009. At this point, who would've thought that the Denver Broncos would be 4-0? Who would have thought ...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 42 reads 0 comments

  5. Minnesota Golden Gophers Top Northwestern Wildcats 35-24

    Duane Bennett had a response to the critics who doubted Minnesota's rushing attack. He had a stellar day behind Minnesota quarterback Adam Weber. Bennett led the team in a day of tension and risk of high scoring at every turn...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 35 reads 0 comments

  6. Tale of the Tape: Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Northwestern Wildcats

    After 2-1 performances in their non-conference schedules, the Gophers and Wildcats are hungry to start their Big Ten schedules off well. Here's a quick look at the matchup taking place in Evanston this weekend...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 180 reads 0 comments

  7. Minnesota Twins: A Premature Look at the 2010 Pitching Rotation and Bullpen

    As the Twins head down the stretch and fight to play on into October, one has to see the success of certain players that are stepping up...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 302 reads 23 comments

  8. Even When Brett Favre Isn't a Factor, He Is

    As we now have entered the third week of the regular season, the NFL has begun revolving; deciding early fates of teams with playoff hopes and dreams. Those dreams have bits and pieces that are decided by one or two players...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 820 reads 18 comments

  9. What Are the Minnesota Golden Gophers' Top Five Priorities After Week Three?

    At this point, the Gophers need significant help in some areas more than others. After an abysmal breakdown in the fourth quarter against Cal, some insurance must be made before the Gophers can really be evaluated with the likes of the top of the Big Ten.

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 153 reads 5 comments

  10. Gophers-Bears: Jahvid Best, Late Picks Cost Gophers, Cal Defeats Minnesota 35-21

    Glen Mason handed the Gophers an opportunity this past week that he had put in motion way back in 2002 when he still coached the maroon and gold of Minnesota...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 65 reads 0 comments

  11. Tale of the Tape: Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. No. 8 California Golden Bears

    In a game that defines a lot, the Golden Gophers and Golden Bears are set to meet in a golden game on a golden stage...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 124 reads 7 comments

  12. Despite Being Written Off, The Minnesota Twins Are Still In The Rearview Mirror.

    Let's get the obvious and painful truths out of the way. The Twins have been five-and-a-half games back and hovering at .500 for what seems like all season...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 84 reads 0 comments

  13. Money in the Bank: Gophers 20 - Falcons 13

    In a night of firsts, the Golden Gophers enjoyed many great things at their new home at TCF stadium. The first home game on 2009, the first ever sell out at TCF Stadium, the first points scored ...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 53 reads 2 comments

  14. Breaking News: Appeals Court Rules, Williams Wall Will Stand

    The Associated Press reported at 10:26 this morning central time that the Appeals Court ruled in favor of the Vikings defensive linemen, Pat and Kevin Williams (not related)...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 119 reads 3 comments

  15. Minnesota Vikings: Cut Veteran Wide Receiver Bobby Wade, Sign Greg Lewis

    In a move many considered shocking, the Vikings released veteran wide receiver Bobby Wade despite reorganizing his contract last week, taking a $1.5 million cut to his contract for this year according to his agent, Jerome Stanley...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 379 reads 9 comments

  16. MarQueis Gray: The Golden Gophers Version Of Michael Vick

    When MarQuies Gray committed to Minnesota last year, many saw him as the future of the Gophers team. The four-star prosepct (by Rivals...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 203 reads 4 comments

  17. Minnesota Golden Gophers: Syracuse Game Recap & Five Things the Gophers Need to Address Before Their Home Opener Against Air Force

    In the first game of true measure for the Golden Gophers this season, we haven't learned anything new of a critical nature about the boys in maroon and gold, however, the Gophers have much to ...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 2 months ago 141 reads 8 comments

  18. Dear Packer Fans, Are You Done Whining So We Can Play Football Now?

    After seeing the scenario unfold in August of 2008, Brett would head over to training camp and make a public display there. Out of frustration and just being pestered, Green Bay sent Favre to the New York Jets...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 3 months ago 723 reads 61 comments

  19. Minnesota Twins: Who Was Better 2009, Joe Crede or Casey Blake ?

    It was prior to the 2009 season that the Minnesota Twins faced an issue that needed to be addressed—a legitimate third basemen. The Twins have been without an offensive power at third base since Corey Koskie played for Minnesota in 2001...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 3 months ago 243 reads 9 comments

  20. Minnesota Golden Gophers: The Big Ten's Darkhorse in 2009

    After a year to forget for head coach Tim Brewster, the Golden Gophers came out in 2007 and flopped on their faces to 1-11 record in the wake of Brewsters' claimed return to the Rose Bowl and days of Minnesota being a national contender...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 3 months ago 472 reads 30 comments

  21. What to Expect of Brett Favre in One Half vs Houston Texans

    Game day is marching towards us as the third week of preseason is now setting in. Brett is now also entering his second week of work with the boys in purple and all that the Viking faithful know ...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 3 months ago 274 reads 0 comments

  22. A Cupcake Schedule and M&Ms: Why Minnesota's the Tasty Pick To Win the A.L. Central

    Not many teams at the record of 61-63 and third place in their division can say they're "still in the hunt" in late August. The Minnesota Twins however, may have the upperhand in the arguably 2009's 'weakest division...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 3 months ago 304 reads 6 comments

  23. Brian Duensing Has Solid Outing, Twins Defeat Royals 8-7

    In only his second start for the Twins, young Brian Duensing was coming in to help a demolished starting rotation. He made the most of it by giving a solid outing the Twins desperatly needed...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 3 months ago 41 reads 0 comments

  24. Brett Favre Debuts; Tarvaris Jackson Keeps Job; Vikings Beat Chiefs

    On a day that both Minnesota sports teams defeated a Kansas City sports team with the Twins defeating the Royals 5-4 in 10 innings and the Vikings denying the Chiefs victory in the final seconds ...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 3 months ago 441 reads 1 comments

  25. Tarvaris Jackson's Top Five Landing Spots

    With Brett Favre's signing, one thing is certain, the Vikings have too many chickens in the coop. Someone's gotta go and word is that Tarvaris Jackson is the one on his way out...

    Brandon Erickson Written by Brandon Erickson about 3 months ago 933 reads 3 comments

 


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