#5 Las Vegas Aces to get six nationally televised games in 2022
The Las Vegas Aces have been a force to be reckoned with over the last few seasons, and it seems their success is leading to more mainstream media attention. In fact, the organization is set to have six games broadcast on National television in 2022, giving fans from around the country a chance to see just what this team is capable of.
Here's the schedule:
- May 8: Seattle Storm on ESPN2
- May 21: Phoenix Mercury on ABC
- May 28: Chicago Sky on ABC
- May 31: Connecticut Sun on ESPN2
- July 17: Connecticut Sun on ABC
- Aug 7: Seattle Storm on ABC
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r28HsnpAmQA
#4 Las Vegas Golden Knights goalie sent home for further evaluation
It's no secret that Las Vegas Golden Knights have had an up-and-down season, and that trend has continued now that starting goalie Robin Lehner was sent home after an undisclosed injury. The only word the team would offer was that it had nothing to do with the previous injury to his lower body. Lehner was sent home ahead of the Golden Knights' game against the Buffalo Sabres. This marks the second time in just over a month that the veteran goaltender has fallen victim to an untimely injury.
Coach Pete Deboer stated that Lehner would be sent home for further evaluation on his undisclosed injury, putting the Golden Knights in a very interesting situation. This is because their only suitable backups are Laurent Brossoit and Logan Thompson, who are not nearly the caliber of goalie that Lehner is. What makes this worse is that they are heading down the final stretch of the season and could probably use Lehner's net-keeping skills.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Axmak0O1jOI
#3 Las Vegas Raiders restructure contracts for Kolton Miller and Kenyan Drake
The 2022 NFL free agency period is almost upon us, meaning all 32 teams are in the process of making moves to free up cap space. The Las Vegas Raiders are no different and quietly worked on restructuring the contracts of both Kolton Miller and Kenyan Drake, according to ESPN. The rumored move cleared up a reported $32-36 million, which should give the organization some breathing room.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2MYNR8VK4c
#2 Kyle Busch and Alex Bowman clear the air after controversial finish at Las Vegas Speedway
While Kyle Busch worked hard in the closing laps of the Penzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway to capture his first win of the season, it ultimately wasn’t meant to be. In fact, a late caution would erase Busch’s lead over second-place and force Rowdy down pit road along with most of the leaders. Unfortunately for Busch, he made the mistake of taking four tires during the caution, moving him back to fourth place in the running order.
Hendrick Motor Sports driver Alex Bowman, however, managed to restart on the front row and got a good push to the lead. He did have to battle in the final two laps with fellow Hendrick Motorsports teammate, Kyle Larson, but ended up capturing his first Checkered flag of the season. Busch wasn’t very happy about the series of events and ranted about the young driver over the radio.
"The same f------ guy that backs into every f------ win that he ever f------gets, backs into another f------win. F---! F----!" Busch was heard saying over the team radio.”
Despite this exchange on the radio, Bowman reported later in the week that Busch had taken the time to call and apologize for his words.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLvSxM2tIRc
#1 Las Vegas Raiders are not getting Devontae Adams
The Las Vegas Raiders were supposedly going after Devontae Adams in free agency, but that seems like a pipe dream now. This is because Green Bay Packers Quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, signed a new deal to keep Adams with the team. The Packers placed the Franchise tag on Adams last week, meaning he isn't going anywhere for at least another year.
The Raiders need to look elsewhere for a wide receiver that can help Derek Carr move the chains. Of course, Adams isn't the only receiver on the market, and Las Vegas could still make a big splash at the position; it's just about finding the right piece.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7SFsAMi1_Y