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Kane lifts Blackhawks past Predators

Patrick Kane said his last-minute goal came on "one of those close-your-eyes-and-shoot plays." John Madden called his second goal "lucky." Chicago coach Joel Quenneville said his team was fortunate to win after a "crazy" third period.

Luminaries inducted into Calif. Hall of Fame

Slain gay rights activist Harvey Milk, "Star Wars" creator George Lucas and feisty football commentator John Madden are among those entering the California Hall of Fame.

Madden to serve as special adviser to Goodell

Hall of Fame coach John Madden will serve as a special adviser to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.

Milk, Lucas named to California Hall of Fame

Slain gay rights activist Harvey Milk, "Star Wars" creator George Lucas and feisty football commentator John Madden will be among the newest inductees to the California Hall of Fame.

John Madden welcomes Favre, Vick to his video game

It's been a busy week in professional football, with a couple of big, controversial stars — Brett Favre and Michael Vick — joining NFL rosters. No worries, though, for John Madden, because both men are already set to take the field in "Madden NFL 10," his namesake video game.

What they're saying about John Madden

"There is one thing football fans have agreed on for decades: they all love John Madden.

Curran: Madden leaves at the top of his game

“Boom!” will never be the same.

Famed NFL broadcaster John Madden retires

John Madden's last game as a football announcer was a thrilling Super Bowl decided in the final seconds.

Controversial goal powers Devils

John Madden scored a controversial goal to help the New Jersey Devils overcome a third-period deficit and beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 on Friday night.

John Madden to skip this weekend's game

John Madden will miss calling an NFL game this weekend after working 476 in a row.

Devils Back in Series With Game 3 Win

Jaromir Jagr warned time and again that the New York Rangers' two wins in New Jersey were rooted more in good fortune than stellar play.

Madden Lifts Devils Into 1st in East

John Madden backhanded a rebound under goalie Brent Johnson's left leg pad with 50 seconds remaining in overtime, and the New Jersey Devils moved into the first place in the Eastern Conference with a 2-1 victory Sunday over the Washington Capitals.

Devils Score 3 in 2nd to Top Sharks 3-2

John Madden and Sergei Brylin scored 1:10 apart during New Jersey's three-goal second period, and the Devils took advantage of backup goalie Thomas Greiss and beat the San Jose Sharks 3-2 Wednesday night.

Madden, Brodeur Lead Devils Over Leafs

John Madden scored two goals and goalie Martin Brodeur did just enough, helping the New Jersey Devils beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 on Sunday.

Madden, Brodeur Lead Devils Over Flyers

John Madden scored two goals and Martin Brodeur made 29 saves, including a game-turning penalty shot stop, to lead the New Jersey Devils to a 4-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Sunday.

Devils Top Leafs on Short-Handed Goal

John Madden scored a short-handed goal to break a tie with 4:12 to play and Zach Parise added what proved to be a much-needed insurance tally minutes later to lead the New Jersey Devils to a 3-2 victory over Toronto on Friday night.

Devils Give Sutter First Coaching Win

John Madden scored twice in the New Jersey Devils' 4-1 victory over the Florida Panthers on Saturday night, giving Brent Sutter his first NHL coaching victory.

Devils Regain Atlantic Division Lead

First it was Patrik Elias, then John Madden and now Brian Gionta. The injured stars have returned to the New Jersey Devils' lineup in the past week and have given them a chance to win the Atlantic Division and to make a big postseason run.

White Leads Inductees Into NFL Hall

The glory of the newest Hall of Famers' achievements was punctuated by a steady stream of tears and a singular chant:

Madden Going Into Hall of Fame As Coach

Before the video games, the athlete's foot commercials, the announcing booth and the six-legged Thanksgiving turkeys, John Madden was a football coach. And, as Madden the announcer might put it, he was a pretty darn good one.

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Madden to serve as advisor to Goodell
Source: Seattle news, sports, events, entertainment | seattlepi.com - Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Hall of Fame commentator and coach John Madden will serve as a special advisor to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, the league announced on Thursday.

"We All As Americans Come Together As One - Teuta Dedvukaj
Source: FOX News Network, LLC

Attention Rap, Hip Hop, & Our Pop Culture Artists - The Major Leagues Require Better Lyrics!

Report: Retired NFL players planning to sue EA and Madden for royalties
Source: Joystiq

A story on GamePolitics recently pointed our attention to the blog of NFL retiree Dave Pear, where fellow former football player Bernie Parrish announced that a number of retired NFL players are planning to sue Electronic Arts and John Madden for using their likenesses in a numbe …

Madden retires after 30 seasons in broadcast booth
Source: nfl.com

John Madden has definitely made his mark on football. Will be a different season without him.

John Madden to take Sunday off; first time in 28 years
Source: Yahoo! Sports

John Madden will take next Sunday off, ending a run of 476 consecutive NFL weekends in which he has called a game.

NFL Hall of Famer Jim Brown sues video game companies for Madden; EA, Sony
Source: videogames.yahoo.com

According to Bloomberg, Brown has filed suit against Sony Computer Entertainment America and Electronic Arts over using his likeness in the popular Madden football series.

What The F' Is Brett Favre Thinking?

As a fan of the Minnesota Vikings my antipathy for the Green Bay Packers knows no bounds but that said I've always admired the franchise for its storied history, the many fine contests it has given my Vikings over the years in one of the league's best rivalries and that admiratio …

The Biggest Game in Football: a Video Game (Madden '09)
Source: ABC News

an early anniversary party at a midtown Manhattan nightclub. The release on August 12 of "Madden '09" will mark the 20th year of the record-setting EA Sports series, which is both the longest-running and highest-selling sports video game of all-time.

No John Madden in Madden '09? EA Promises New Game Announcers.
Source: Sports Wrap

A potential bombshell has been dropped by EA audio director Aubrey Hodges. In an interview with Louis Bedigian of Gamezone, Hodges seems to suggest that John Madden may not be one of the game announcers in Madden 09:

John Madden lauds Bill Belichick's special ways
Source: The Boston Herald

John Madden isn't a Hall of Fame coach merely for his mastery of X's and O's. The former Oakland Raiders coach and longtime TV analyst also was skilled in the art of motivation.

Tailgating Tips For This Sports Season - And A Grandstand Appetizer
Source: http://www.CookingWithKimberly.com

Tailgating is so exciting. I just love all of the great food and enjoying each other...Oh yeah, the football is awesome too (Go Cleveland!)... I can't wait to have our first tailgate of the yr!

Madden NFL 08 Screenshots
Source: gameinfowire.com

Madden NFL 08 will be available in August on the Xbox 360 and Xbox videogame and entertainment systems, PLAYSTATION 3 and PlayStation 2 computer entertainment systems, Nintendo GameCube, Nintendo DS, Wii, PC, PSP (PlayStation Portable) handheld entertainment system.

Favre breaks down - Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears - Final Hurrah?

Green Bay Packers 26 Chicago Bears 7 The final game of the 2006 NFL season.  Had the Packers won just one more game, they'd probably be headed for the playoffs.  Brett Favre breaks down during the final game of the season.  With tears flowing he tells the NB …

Reggie Bush: Greatest Video Game Football Player Ever? - A Men's Magazine: Manroom Online
Source: manroomonline.com

Tecmo Bowl's Bo Jackson is arguably the greatest video game football character of all time, but Madden 2007's Reggie Bush has a legitimate shot at becoming the new king of digital NFL players.

Worst Player In Madden 2007 Responds
Source: mjock.com

Washington Redkins deep snapper Ethan Albright isn't getting much love from John Madden this year, courtesy of EA Sports. Albright is ranked an appalling 53 in Madden '07, which pegs him as worst in the NFL.

From Canada To Canton: Moon's Import Endures
Source: blackathlete.net

Warren Moon is enshrined in Canton. If not for Warren Moon, maybe Michael Vick is carrying the rock as a tailback for the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb is not a brand name uttered in the same breath as Campbell's Soup

NFL Preseason-The Buzziest Talking Points

The NFL preseason gets set to kick off in few weeks. Here are some of the Buzziest talking points.

Madden Thinks Favre Wants to be Traded
Source: wbay.com

I don't agree with his assumption, considering Favre has stated on several occasions that he'll never play for another team, but John Madden seems to think that Favre wants a trade.

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