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Whoa!  The sports world is going crazy right now!  So much going on and it is all too exciting to miss.  To catch up with the sports world I have harnessed all the major news/results from the recent events.  I am going to briefly hit on each sport and give a few predictions for the Masters, MLB, NBA, and NHL.  Ready?  Lets go!

NHL

Seems like the season just started but it will shortly be coming to an end.  But I guess that's what happens when you are in a shortened and compressed 46 game season.  Thanks lockout.  The story early on in the season was the winning streak by the Chicago Blackhawks and then both the Anaheim Ducks and Pittsburgh Penguins went on their own winning streaks.  Although no one has matched a start like the Blackhawks, it seemed for a while like the Penguins might be the best team.  Now that Crosby is out the battle for best appears to be between the Ducks and Blackhawks.

Seriously, is there anything better than the NCAA Tournament?  Throughout the world there are sporting events that capture excitement and majesty in the performance of excellence.  Some say the Super Bowl is the greatest event.  Others might contend that the Olympics or the World Cup represents the best that organized sport has to offer.  A fan representative from every major sport could file an argument for their sport's top event.

Most times we are consumed with professional athletes and for good reason.  Pro athletes are at the top of their game and talent levels across the board are much higher than that of any amateur league.  However, there is just something special about college basketball.

Sure some of the pageantry has been lost over the years from players leaving college early.  And yes there are a litany of dirty coaches in college but at the end of the day these players should be allowed to receive compensation.  Tax friendly of course.  The only obvious problem is the disparity between schools and the pocket books of their boosters.  But until the NCAA cleans up their act that is a conversation for another day.  For now we just get to enjoy the amazingly competitive basketball we have had the pleasure of watching all season.

Well its that time of year again.  MLB spring training is running rampant through Florida and Arizona, and the college kids are just hitting their stride in the young season.  The 2012 season is only a few weeks old but teams are already gearing up for their run to College World Series in Omaha, NE.  Take a look at the latest poll from USA Today:

Before each team heads to the Final Four, they must survive the Regional Finals. Be there in Phoenix, Boston, Atlanta, or St. Louis to see each team punch their ticket to the 2012 Final Four!

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With the addition of the Nebraska Cornhuskers early this spring, the Big 10 will now have a conference championship game for the first time.   On December 3, the winner of each division will play in Indianapolis at Lucas Oil Stadium to determine the Big 10 champion!

The Leaders & Legends divisions will comprise the Big 10 conference with 6 teams each.  Iowa, Michigan, Michigan State, Minnesota, Nebraska, & Northwestern make up the Legends division. The Leaders division includes Illinois, Indiana, Ohio State, Penn State, Purdue, & Wisconsin.

The city of Indianapolis will be the center of attention to determine who will be playing in the Rose Bowl or possibly the BCS Championship.  The atmosphere inside Lucas Oil Stadium for the inaugural Big 10 Championship Game will be more intense than it will be on TV.  Don't miss out on your opportunity to see this once in a lifetime event.

Sports Traveler is offering Big 10 Championship Game Packages for this inaugural event. 

The College World Series begins on June 18 in Omaha, Nebraska. This season marks the inaugural year the tournament will be played at the new TD Ameritrade Ballpark. This new venue includes many upgrades from Rosenblatt Stadium including more seats, better concessions, and superior views of the field.

College World Series Packages are now available during the Championship Round. All packages can be purchased today with the following inclusions:

On September 3, the LSU Tigers will play the Oregon Ducks at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas. This game will feature a match-up between two of the most elite programs in college football today.

LSU vs. Oregon Travel Packages are now available today to see this great match-up. Start booking your package today with these inclusions:

- Accommodations in Arlington near Cowboys Stadium
- Guaranteed Tickets to the LSU vs. Oregon Game
- Ticket holder and lanyard
- All taxes and services

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After last night's thriling win by South Carolina, the College World Series is saying goodbye to Rosenblatt Stadium.  The College World Series has been held at Rosenblatt Stadium since 1950.  Beginning in 2011, the tournament will be held at the brand new TD Ameritrade Ballpark.  The new ballpark is located in the heart of Omaha and will have many upgrades from Rosenblatt Stadium.

College World Series Tickets & Packages will be available soon.  Visit our website for updated information or call our office at 888-654-7755 to be added to our notification list.

On November 20, the Northwestern Wildcats will be "hosting" the Univeristy of Illinois Fighting Illini at Wrigley Field in Chicago.  This has been a great Big 10 rivalry for many years, but this may be the biggest yet.  This will mark the first football game played at Wrigley Field since 1970 when the Bears were still calling it home. 

Wrigley Field has been the home to the Cubs since 1914 and has held many other events besides baseball and football.  Most recently, Wrigley Field was the host for the 2009 Winter Classic between the Blackhawks and Red Wings.

Sports Traveler will be offering tickets and travel packages to this great event.  Packages will include hotel accommodations in downtown Chicago, tickets to the game, transportation, and much more.  Check with Sports Traveler for updates on when the packages and game tickets will be available.

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Congratulations to Duke and Butler for an incredible finale to the 2010 Final Four. Next year the Final Four heads to Houston, Texas and the fantastic Reliant Stadium.

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