Versus further legitimizing itself

The Versus Network is gaining credibility in my eyes. I've noticed of late that they have an ESPN-style bottom line running on their screen with updates from the major sports coming in. The updates aren't like the amateur updates that you'll see from some upstart networks either, you know the ones that are way behind on the scores compared to where the actual games are.

Versus has had NHL coverage for some time now and is finally doing something that has long been overdue: having a show on a nightly basis that covers the NHL, giving highlights and analysis. To me this shows that Versus is getting more professional and more serious about the NHL. ESPN has shows specifically dedicated to the major sports it covers and now Versus has followed suit. It is also a plus that Versus was able to put an end to the contract dispute they had with DirecTV last year. If you want to be a recognized network, you need to be available on all the cable and satellite systems. With these changes, it wouldn't surprise me if Versus makes a play to acquire more games in more sports in the coming years.

Happy New Year

Happy New Year to everyone and I just have to say that I was happy to see TCU top Wisconsin in the Rose Bowl 21-19 to give further credence to the argument for a college football playoff. Who are we kidding? It needs to happen and soon. I also enjoyed taking in the Winter Classic between the Penguins and the Capitals and hope the NHL continues to hold the event. More to come in what will hopefully be a great year, not to mention a great year for blogging.