TORONTO - Dallas Stars forward James Neal has been suspended two games for hitting Derek Dorsett of the Columbus Blue Jackets from behind. The NHL handed down the ban on Friday. Neal was assessed a major penalty for boarding and giv...
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Dallas Stars forward James Neal given two-game suspension from NHL
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20 Nov 2009 | 1:44 pmNHL.COM'S QUARTERLY REPORT With the 2009-10 NHL season reaching the quarter mark, NHL.com examines the trends and stories from the season's first 20 games. What we've learned through first 20 games Trophy Tracker: Hart, Richar... -
NHL suspends Stars' Neal for 2 games
20 Nov 2009 | 12:51 pmTORONTO (AP) -The NHL has suspended Dallas Stars forward James Neal two games for a boarding infraction that injured the Columbus Blue Jackets' Derek Dorsett. The NHL announced the discipline on Friday. Neal will miss games against New Jersey on... -
Breaking News: Stars' Neal suspended 2 games
20 Nov 2009 | 12:05 pmDallas Stars left wing James Neal was suspended two games by the NHL on Friday for a hit from behind on Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Derek Dorsett at 13:01 of the second period of Thursday's game. Dorsett was among a group of players battli... -
Cullen, Olczyk on NHL Live!
20 Nov 2009 | 6:52 amCarolina Hurricanes center Matt Cullen and NHL television analyst Ed Olczyk will be among the guests on Friday's edition of NHL Live!, which airs from 12-2 p.m. ET on the NHL Network and NHL.com. Also appearing with hosts Deb Placey and E.J. Hr...
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The Hockey Theme to get closer to the heart?
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Chris Clark: The Long Road to an Important Return
20 Nov 2009 | 7:05 amHis return has been long in the making. After a career-year three years ago, Capitals’ Captain Chris Clark fairly faded into obscurity. Two groin pulls, a wrist injury, and a demotion to the third line later, the captain has finally made his return from the abyss to become a critical part of Washington’s team yet again. Three seasons ago, in just the second year of his tenure with the Capitals, Clark had been placed on the same line as the league’s brightest young star, Alexander Ovechkin. The 6′0” South Windsor, Connecticut, native put together the most… -
Tara Terrific She’s Now Called
19 Nov 2009 | 3:56 pmOFB inspiration and muse, Tara Wheeler A motivating factor for my writing for the Canadian media site fadoo.ca this hockey season is my belief that HockeyWashington has so many terrific stories to tell, and I want them exported. With ‘Hockey’s Biggest Heroes Sometimes Come in the Smallest Packages,’ I’ve shared with our Canuck cousins to the North my favorite story of 2009: Tara Wheeler. And so I begin: “We’ve a hockey hero in Washington who doesn’t go by the name of Ovechkin. In fact, coming in at 5’ 7 and barely 115 pounds, she’s seriously lacking in… -
Capitals Call Carlson to the Bigs
19 Nov 2009 | 8:00 amThe Washington Capitals have recalled 6’3”, 208-pound defenseman John Carlson from Hershey. No word yet on whether Carlson will suit up when the Caps host the Montreal Canadiens Friday night, though with Milan Jurcina and Shaone Morrisonn both listed as day-to-day it seems Big John has a fair shot at hitting the ice. For more on our early impressions of Carlson, read our assessment of his performance in the Caps’ first exhibition game this season. -
Imagine an NHL Without Detroit . . . It Could Happen
19 Nov 2009 | 4:17 amI watched Wednesday night’s Detroit-Dallas game on the NHL Network within a morbid context. On my commute home last night I read ‘Detroit: A City on the Brink,’ published last month in The Week magazine. I recommend it as must-reading for all hockey fans and every American. The narrative in this piece is nothing short of harrowing. Most Americans I think have a general/vague notion of how tough times are in Michigan generally (the nation’s highest unemployment rate — by far) and Detroit most particularly. But I wonder how many know just how truly desperate times…
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IIHF.com: Too Hot To Handle
20 Nov 2009 | 8:05 amMOSCOW – In 2008, Linköpings HC shocked its fans when it announced that it had rented its three star players, Magnus Johansson, Tony Mårtensson, and Mattias Weinhandl, to the KHL. Johansson went to Atlant Mytishchi, Mårtensson to Ak Bars Kazan, and Weinhandl to Dynamo Moscow. The dynamo of Dynamo.After all, Mårtensson had won the scoring title, Weinhandl had been the runner-up and with his 35 goals in 54 games, the league’s leading goal scorer. Johansson had signed with Linköping upon his return from the NHL, but instead of taking the team back to the final, the trio chose to play in… -
Modo gets heart transplant
17 Nov 2009 | 11:29 amÖRNSKÖLDSVIK, Sweden – Peter Forsberg has crashed a few nets in his time, but on Monday, he - together with a lifelong buddy, Markus Näslund - crashed the Modo Hockey web server when it was announced that both of them would return to the team this season. Forsberg played three games early in the season, collecting four points (three goals), before taking a timeout, and to heal from a stress fracture in his foot. Näslund, on the other hand, retired from hockey after last season, and has followed Modo’s struggles this season as a board member of the club. “I will do everything in my… -
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IIHF.com: Always the bridesmaid
11 Nov 2009 | 5:25 amHELSINKI – All the Finns really ever wanted was a medal. The country had made its debut in the international stage at the 1939 World Championship in Basel, Switzerland, finished 13th, and then went to war. The real kind. Photo: Finnish Hockey Museum / Hannu LindroosWhen the World Championships resumed in 1947, Finland didn’t participate. In the following ten years, Team Finland finished 7th three times, 9th once, and 6th once in the five tournaments the country iced the team in, skipping five tournaments. Since 1957, Finland has been a part of the World Championship - and the Olympics -… -
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Jim Kelley>INSIDE THE NHL - SI.com
New York Daily NewsJim Kelley>INSIDE THE NHLSI.comAs is the case with so many things in hockey, politics may have played a role in how the end of one of the great careers in NHL history was announced. Brendan Shanahan's legacy includes helping to turn Wings aroundThe Detroit NewsShanahan leaves impressive off-ice legacyGlobe and MailShanahan still shines after retirementFOXSports.comMLive.com -RightFielders Women in Sports -The Associated Pressall 477 news articles » -
Hockey Player In Celebration Mishap - Chicago Tribune
Hockey Player In Celebration MishapChicago TribuneIt's become quite common for NHL hockey players to celebrate after scoring a goal. Some players have even taken to slamming their bodies into the glass to Swedish ice hockey: from sex toys to somersaultsThe Localall 16 news articles » -
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Globe and MailMaple Leafs top NHL's most valuable teamsNational PostSo leave it to the National Hockey League to have its most profitable year smack in the middle of a recession. During the 2008-09 campaign, Blown leads do in the Maple Leafs this time as 'Canes rally for shootout winToronto SunNever Leave Early: Canes 6, Leafs 5 in ShootoutCanes CountryHurricanes look to repeat exciting finishBurlington Times NewsBleacher Report -NHL.com -Kelowna.comall 263 news articles » -
Scene and heard: Hockey HOF fete - ESPN
CBC.caScene and heard: Hockey HOF feteESPNKay Whitmore, a former NHL goalie who works in the NHL's hockey operations department, had the unenviable task of trying to stop all four of this year's More from the center of the hockey universe on Hall of Fame dayLos Angeles TimesBlues to honor HullUSA TodayNewest class of Hockey Hall of Fame gets its ringsThe Associated PressYahoo! Sports -Reuters -Dallas Morning Newsall 577 news articles » -
Anaheim Ducks Fans Fight For Scott Niedermayer's Hockey Stick (VIDEO) - Huffington Post (blog)
Boston GlobeAnaheim Ducks Fans Fight For Scott Niedermayer's Hockey Stick (VIDEO)Huffington Post (blog)After scoring a game-winning goal in overtime against the Tampa Bay Lightning last night, Anaheim Ducks captain Scott Niedermayer skated towards some fans Ducks will be scrutinized -- for the wrong reasonsLos Angeles TimesDucks win in overtimeOCRegisterBolts still need workTampa TribuneVegasSports-Oddsall 243 news articles »
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Phillips, Leclaire help Senators pummel Pens 6-2
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Nash nets 2 in Jackets' fight-filled win over Stars
20 Nov 2009 | 1:40 pmDALLAS(AP) The Columbus Blue Jackets didn't back down in a fight-filled first period, using a pair of special-teams goals to maintain the best start in franchise history. -
OT triumphs: Ducks nip Bolts
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'Hawks hang 7 on Flames, maintain Central lead
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FanHouse: Niedermayer's stick incites fan brawl
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NCAA Hockey 101: The kids don't stand a chance, we swear
20 Nov 2009 | 1:34 pmNCAA Hockey 101 is a weekly feature on U.S. Division I college hockey. Stick around and you just might learn a thing or two. Last week I talked about some of the great traditions in college hockey, and the common theme to all of it was fan interaction. College hockey has great fans but, as I alluded to, sometimes the fans can go a little too far.Personally, I'm more than a little comfortable with profanity, and chants featuring the word [expletive], [expletive] or even [expletive] don't bother me. I get it, it's college-age kids having a good time and being vocal in support of their team at a… -
NHL gives Dallas’s James Neal 2-game suspension, rap sheet
20 Nov 2009 | 12:37 pmJames Neal(notes) of the Dallas Stars is getting a two-game suspension for his hit from behind on Derek Dorsett(notes) of the Columbus Blue Jackets last night, after a hearing earlier this afternoon. He was given a five-minute major for boarding and a game-misconduct in the Stars' 4-1 loss to the Jackets.Here's the hit and a TSN roundtable about the hit. Bob McKenzie, as Bob McKenzie does, nails it: The "optics" of the hit make this a slam-dunk suspension, according to the NHL Wheel of Discipline. High hit to the back of the head, sandwiching Dorsett's noggin against the glass, and… -
It's not the name on the back; it's Harry Truman on the front
20 Nov 2009 | 11:46 amMinor League Malarkey focuses on the goofy world of minor-league hockey; from the characters to the fights to the promotions to the die-hard fans that half-fill the stands. Know of a quirky upcoming hockey promotion? Drop us a line at puckdaddyblog@yahoo.comThere's a never-ending supply of pure comedic gold when minor league sports teams develop jerseys for special promotional nights. As we saw recently with the Bakersfield Condors of the ECHL and their Michael Jackson-inspired jerseys for "King of Pop Night", the limits on the ridiculousness of how a jersey is presented knows no… -
Puck Headlines: Why Ron Wilson is safe; calls for suspensions
20 Nov 2009 | 10:25 amHere are your Puck Headlines: A glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. • The Ari Gold Jersey Foul? Llllllllloyd! At least now he'll have something to wear when E rocks his Tavares jersey. [NHL]• In Year 2 of a four-year contract and being the coach of Brian Burke's U.S. Olympic hockey team, Toronto Maple Leafs Coach Ron Wilson could be spared the axe despite presiding over the biggest disaster in the NHL this season; and, after last night's loss, the worst team in the League. -
Does star power matter for the NHL in the U.S.?
20 Nov 2009 | 8:34 amIf were to make an all-injured player all-star team, it's probably Daniel Sedin(notes), Eric Staal(notes) and Marian Hossa(notes) up front; Andrei Markov(notes) and Rob Blake(notes) on the blue line; and Cam Ward(notes) between the pipes. Which is to say that there are some pretty damn good players watching the game form the press box right now (though Hossa and Sedin are nearly back).This infirmary-on-skates was a topic for both the Globe & Mail and the Sun this morning, as the NHL reaches the quarter pole; with Mike Zeisberger of the latter publication writing that the injuries have a…
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End of the Week, Hockey Night in Canada Open Thread and Announcers
20 Nov 2009 | 1:00 pm7PM, Washington vs. Toronto, CBC Full Network, NHL Net Play by Play: Jim Hughson Color: Craig Simpson Inside the Glass: Glenn Healy Reporter: Elliotte Friedman 7PM, Detroit vs. Montreal, CBC Quebec Play by Play: Bob Cole Color: Greg Millen and Guy Carbonneau Reporter: Cassie Campbell 7PM, Buffalo vs. Ottawa, CBC Ottawa Play by Play: Dean Brown Color: Gary Galley 10PM, Chicago vs. Edmonton, CBC Full Network Play by Play: Mark Lee Color: Kevin Weekes Reporter: Scott Oake -
NHL Network Featured Schedule Next Week
20 Nov 2009 | 11:00 amMonday, Nov. 23 12:00 NHL Live 4:00 NHL Power Play 6:30 Off the Ice: Rick Nash, Tim Thomas, Victor Hedman 8:00 NHL On the Fly Tuesday, Nov. 24 12:00 NHL Live 4:00 NHL Power Play 8:00 NHL On the Fly Wednesday, Nov. 25 12:00 NHL Live 4:00 NHL Power Play 8:00 NHL On the Fly Thursday, Nov. 26 12:00 NHL.com Viewer’s Choice Game 2:00 NHL.com Viewer’s Choice Game 4:00 NHL Power Play 6:00 NHL.com Viewer’s Choice Game 8:00 NHL On the Fly Friday, Nov. 27 4:00 NHL Power Play 8:00 NHL On the Fly 9:30 NCAA Hockey: St. Cloud State vs. Denver 12:00 NHL On the Fly Saturday, Nov. 28 6:30… -
VERSUS-DirecTV Fight Could See End in RSN Battles
20 Nov 2009 | 9:00 amJohn Ourand of SportsBusinessJournal Reports: Comcast and DirecTV are engaged in a series of RSN carriage battles that potentially could help the Comcast-owned Versus secure a deal with the satellite operator within the next several months. DirecTV is carrying four of Comcast’s RSNs out of contract. Meanwhile, Comcast’s deals with three Liberty Media RSNs expire at the end of the year, about the same time DirecTV is expected to take control of Liberty’s regional networks. Given the way cable operators and programmers typically conduct business, it’s not a stretch to believe that… -
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Strachan Unhappy with Firing
19 Nov 2009 | 11:00 amWilliam Houston Reports: Al Strachan, who was fired from Hockey Night In Canada a few weeks ago, has sent a lawyer’s letter to the CBC stating that he was unfairly dismissed. Strachan was removed from his spot on the Hotstove panel after the CBC learned that his new book, Why The Leafs Suck, identified him on the cover as “from Hockey Night In Canada.” Permission had not been given to the publisher, Harper Collins, to use the show’s name. Hockey Night markets its own publications and did not want its brand appearing on a competitor’s book. Strachan’s letter states that he was an…
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Shots on Goal:Goalie Photography
20 Nov 2009 | 8:39 amGoalie Mask, Tuukka Rask Earlier in the season, I tried to get some close up shots of Tuukka Rask's mask while shooting a Bruins practice. Unable to get what I wanted at the time, I decided to wait until another opportunity presented itself. That opportunity came this past Monday at the Bruins, Islanders game. During a second period timeout, Rask skated over to where I was shooting and I was able to finally get the shots of his mask I wanted. Later this weekend I'll put up some shots of Dwayne Roloson's mask. -
Another New Mask for Flames’ Kipper
19 Nov 2009 | 10:51 pmI don't know Mikka Kiprusoff at all but I'm beginning to think he has a closet full of clothes and a serious sense of fashion. Just a few weeks after we debuted the photos of his Flames' 30th anniversary mask by David Arrigo - his second mask of the year - tonight we bring you the first shots of another new mask. This one is by his traditional artist Todd Miska of Miska Designs. This is another great take on Kipper's trademark look, and it's nice to get a glimpse of the artist himself in action as well! -
AHL Goalie News — Wednesday, Nov. 18
18 Nov 2009 | 1:55 pmFeatures Brent Krahn is the #1 goalie in the AHL at the moment and here's a bit of audio from him, thanks to the Texas Stars: Krahn on the Stars upcoming road trip Meet Chad Johnson, who's been a delightful surprise for the Rangers organization so far this season. (SNY Rangers Blog) The Cory Schneider report from Manitoba. Pretty cool, though, that the Moose held a skills competition for their fans. People eat that stuff up, so I'm not sure why more clubs don't do this. (Winnipeg Sun) Transactions Michal Neuvirth has been recalled by the Caps in light of Jose Theodore's leave of absence. -
Shot on Goal:Goalie Photography
18 Nov 2009 | 6:35 amNew York Islanders vs Boston Bruins It is with great pleasure that I bring to the readers of inGoal Magazine some NHL goalie shots. Before doing so, I'd like to thank the Boston Bruins for granting me the privilage of shooting in the Garden. For me, growing up a Bruins fan, shooting the B's in the Garden is definately a highlight in my life. If all works out, I hope to add more NHL shots in the future. As for the game, the Bruins have been in a bit of a scoring slump lately, and that continued Monday night against the Islanders with a 4-1 loss. Goalie Dwayne Roloson picked up his sixth win… -
Saves of the Week
17 Nov 2009 | 9:49 pmAs always, this week's saves of the week feature the best goalies with the most amazing saves that keep us all coming back for more. From great glove saves to goalies making remarkable scrambling saves, you'll find something to like for sure in here!
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Matthew Barry: No Manchester Callup???
20 Nov 2009 | 2:21 pmCalgary got waxed last night so expect them to rebound against the Kings tomorrow afternoon. Rob Scuderi isn't going to play and there's no replacement for Ryan Smyth. The Kings will have no depth and Peter Harrold, a defenseman/utility player and his whopping one point will skate as a forward. Terry Murray is moving Raitis Ivanas to the 3rd line with Michal Handzus and Wayne Simmonds. That'... -
Celebrity Guests: Ken Beckett: Lecavalier, St. Louis, Stamkos and team Canada?
20 Nov 2009 | 12:23 pmBy Ken Beckett At Team Canadaâs summer orientation camp in Calgary, 46 were players were invited. Two of those players were Vincent Lecavalier and Martin St. Louis. Both Lecavalier and St. Louis are of course teammates on the Tampa Bay Lightning and have been so for ten seasons now. They were also teammates at the 2006 Winter Olympics when Team Canada finished a disappointing seventh place.... -
Mike Augello: HOCKEYBUZZ LIVE @ 5PM
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The Fan Blog: Depuis les hauteurs du Centre Bell-Max Lamontagne
20 Nov 2009 | 11:35 amJâétais vêtu de mon chandail bleu, blanc et rouge. Accompagné de plusieurs personnes qui me sont chères, je me dirigeais vers le Centre Bell pour ce qui allait probablement être ma seule partie LIVE des Canadiens cette saison. « Les Hurricanes, easy! On va avoir droit à tout un spectacle! Ils sont derniers dans la Ligue! », pensai-je. Belle naïveté⦠Câest ce que jâaime... -
Shawn Gates: Scoring in your own net: The "Taking Your Hot Cousin To Prom" of Hockey
20 Nov 2009 | 10:11 amHockey Den: The Premier Hockey Card and Memorabilia Destination Visit us at www.hockeyden.net and check out the 2008-09 Upper Deck Series 2 box break! Then enter to win your choice of a card from the break (Patrick Roy Jersey card anyone?)! Itâs a Mitch Fritz-tastic break!! __________________________________________________________________________________ There is no more embarrass...
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Scouts always are on the road to somewhere
20 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm"The great thing about the scouting industry and different cities, towns, you end up finding the little local places, the little local eateries that people never hear about and people will go there and the guys (fellow scouts) will go the... -
U.S. team defensemen top CSS prelim rankings
20 Nov 2009 | 1:19 pmDid you really expect Kurt Kleinendorst to spend the previous nine seasons with the New Jersey Devils' organization and not know the value of defense? Kleinendorst, in his first season as coach of the U.S. National Team Development Pro... -
Hossa's fast-approaching return is exciting news
20 Nov 2009 | 12:30 pmFantasy Forecast for Friday, November 20 The best fantasy coverage on the net isn't taking weekends off anymore. Every Saturday, Matt Cubeta will provide a comprehensive recap of the night's action from a fantasy perspective, highlight... -
Fantasic freshmen, super sophomores and amazing finishes highlight the NHL's opening quarter
20 Nov 2009 | 12:25 pmNEW YORK -- Fewer than five months after hearing their names called as first-round selections at the National Hockey League Entry Draft, John Tavares of the New York Islanders, Victor Hedman of the Tampa Bay Lightning, Matt Duchene of the ... -
20 questions -- and answers -- 20 games in
20 Nov 2009 | 9:33 amHOCKEY 411 • Times flies, eh? Seems like just yesterday when the puck dropped on the season, but now we're a quarter of the way in. NHL.com takes a snapshot of the season so far with in-depth looks at the teams, players and stats. REA...
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Detroit’s No Goal Call
I've touched on this topic last season when the Blues got ripped off by the when the ref intends to blow the whistle rule, and now it's come up again this season. I just read the article over at nhl.com where NHL Senior Vice President of Hockey Operations Mike Murphy explains ... -
Battle Of The Blades Finale
This weekend is going to mark the finale of CBC's most popular show ever. Yes, even more so than the Leafs on Hockey Night in Canada every weekend ;) For those of you that haven't been following along, eight pairs of female figure skaters and male hockey players were teamed up, ... -
My Name It’s Kovy
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Hockey Remembrance Day
This post at exactly the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month is to commemorate the hockey players that fell during World War I and World War II. I know this can't possibly be a concise list as surely there are more than three, but it's the ... -
Flames Jump H1N1 Line
Yeah this is old news, as old as yesterday, but it's still getting on my nerves. It has nothing to do with it being the Calgary Flames, it could have been any team that did this and I would feel the same way. If you didn't hear the story, the Flames ...
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Mike Lange Reveals His Secrets to Broadcasting
12 Nov 2009 | 8:29 pmThere are 3 generations of Pittsburgh hockey fans who know the comfortability that comes with Penguins broadcaster Mike Lange. His unique style his his trademark on the game which, in my opinion, transcends the game to the point that it never really feels like a Penguins game without him.But even though the seasons have piled up on the veteran broadcaster, Lange still keeps up with the changing -
NHLPA Gets Help from Fehr
12 Nov 2009 | 6:53 pmWhile the state of the National Hockey League is in disaray, retiring MLBPA union leader Donald Fehr has made himself available to the new commitee trying to find a suitable leader as well as revising the Union constitution."Hopefully, my experience at the MLBPA will be of help as the NHLPA members consider the reorganization of their union," Fehr said. "You have an organization of professional -
NHL Average Franchise Value Rises
11 Nov 2009 | 8:33 pmThe Annual assessment by Forbes, the leading business publishing and media company, have released their values for each of the 30 NHL hockey franchises as well as operating income.For the fourth straight year, the Toronto Maple Leafs are the NHL's most valuable franchise estimated to be worth $470 million dollars - an increase of 5% from last year. But As the numbers break down, the report shows -
Millionare Players Are Targets For Scams
11 Nov 2009 | 4:20 pmWhile NHL players are debating on the safety on the ice, some players are also speaking out about the ways players have fallen victim to scam artists as well as false investment schemes.Tom Reed of the Columbus Dispatch has a great article that highlights budding NHL superstar Rick Nash putting up with as well as some risky business investments.At least twice a month, Nash estimates, he is asked -
COHF to Provide Content for Fadoo.ca Hockey Website
19 Oct 2009 | 2:00 pmWhat a great hockey season it has become for the COHF blog! I am proud to announce the working agreement to provide original content for Bob McCown's Fadoo.ca I have been a real fan of Bob's broadcasts because they were always discussing hockey in a round table format. His tinted sunglasses view and grizzled attitude won me over along with the interaction he got from his guests and panelists. If
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Blackhawks Recall Bickell From Rockford
18 Nov 2009 | 7:16 amThe Chicago Blackhawks have recalled left wing Bryan Bickell from the American Hockey League’s Rockford IceHogs. Bickell, 23, has recorded a +2 plus/minus rating in three games with the Blackhawks this season. He also recorded four penalt... -
Blackhawks Announce Partnership With PrivateBank
17 Nov 2009 | 11:00 amThe Chicago Blackhawks announced today a partnership with The PrivateBank for the 2009-10 season. Under the partnership, The PrivateBank becomes the presenting sponsor of each first-row seat on the 100 level of the United Center at Blackhawks gam... -
Huet's Save Against Phoenix Voted Play Of The Week (11/1-7)
17 Nov 2009 | 7:00 amWith 43.5 percent of the fan vote, Cristobal Huet's save against Phoenix's Keith Yandle on Nov. 5 was selected as chicagoblackhawks.com's Play of the Week for Nov. 1-7. Results: Huet's save at PHX: 43.5% Versteeg's goal at PHX: 22.2% Niem... -
Blackhawks Reassign Bickell To Rockford
16 Nov 2009 | 7:33 amThe Chicago Blackhawks have reassigned left wing Bryan Bickell to the American Hockey League’s Rockford IceHogs. Bickell, 23, has recorded a +2 plus/minus rating in three games with the Blackhawks this season. He also recorded four penalt... -
Blackhawks Recall Bryan Bickell
15 Nov 2009 | 9:55 amThe Chicago Blackhawks have recalled left wing Bryan Bickell from the American Hockey League’s Rockford IceHogs. Bickell, 23, has been held scoreless in two games with the Blackhawks this season. He also recorded four penalty minutes ...
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N.H.L. Roundup: Devils Drop Another on the Road, Losing in a Shootout
20 Nov 2009 | 12:37 amMike Santorelli and Martin Erat scored shootout goals for Nashville against the Devils, who got two goals in regulation from Zach Parise. -
NHL Standings
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Niedermayer's OT Goal Lifts Ducks
19 Nov 2009 | 10:20 pmANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Scott Niedermayer scored a power-play goal 52 seconds into overtime and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Thursday night after blowing a three-goal lead. -
Blackhawks Rout Flames in Playoff Rematch
19 Nov 2009 | 9:50 pmCALGARY, Alberta (AP) -- Kris Versteeg scored two power-play goals in Chicago's five-goal second period to help the Blackhawks rout the Calgary Flames 7-1 on Thursday night in a rematch of a first-round playoff series. -
NHL Standings
19 Nov 2009 | 8:31 pmAll Times EST EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division.
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Andre Ward vs Mikkel Kessler - World Boxing Classic open workout photo gallery and quotes
17 Nov 2009 | 10:53 amANDRE WARD PREPARES FOR SATURDAY'S WORLD BOXING CLASSIC MAIN EVENT ANDRE WARD WBC OPEN WORKOUT AT KING'S GYM IN OAKLAND 2004 OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST ANDRE WARD ANSWERS QUESTIONS FROM THE MEDIA A block off of Interstate 880 in a nondescript section of East Oakland sits one of the classic boxing gyms in the country. King's Gym, owned by Charles A. King, trains nearly 300 local amateur and professional boxers. Among them is 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist Andre Ward. Ward (20-0, 13KOs), trainer Virgil Hunter and promoter Dan Goossen hosted a collection of North American and Danish media Monday… -
Miami Retains No. 1 Ranking in USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine Men's College Hockey Poll
17 Nov 2009 | 9:54 amA press release from USAhockey.com: Miami University Retains No. 1 Ranking in USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine Men's College Hockey Poll COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Miami University retains the No. 1 ranking in the USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine Men's College Hockey Poll for the seventh consecutive poll. The RedHawks, who improved to 8-1-3 on the season, collected 507 points and 31 of 34 first-place votes. This Week's Top-15 Match-ups: Thursday, November 19 No. 14 Notre Dame at No. 6 Michigan State No. 11 Massachusetts at No. 9 Yale Friday, November 20 No. 2 North Dakota at No. 3 Denver Saturday,… -
Darryl Hunt: WorSharks Blanked by Hartford, 4-0
15 Nov 2009 | 5:49 amThe Worcester Sharks losing streak reached four games after a 4-0 loss to the Hartford Wolf Pack Saturday night at the DCU Center in Worcester, Massachusetts in front of 5,107 clearly disappointed fans. After a scoreless first period where Worcester outplayed the Wolf Pack for large portions of the stanza, Hartford would grab the eventual game winner just 49 seconds into the second period. Ilkka Heikkinen and Corey Locke would exchange passes just inside the WorSharks blueline, with Heikkinen finding a seam and beating Worcester goaltender Alex Stalock high to the glove side for the 1-0 Wolf… -
Andre Ward-Mikkel Kessler World Boxing Classic conference call quotes and transcript, 'the Viking boats have landed'
13 Nov 2009 | 8:53 amMIKKEL KESSLER STARES DOWN ANDRE WARD IN OAKLAND - PHOTO JON SWENSON Earlier this week current WBC Super Middleweight champion Mikkel "the Viking Warrior" Kessler (42-1-0, 32KOs) and 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist and current NABF/NABO Super Middleweight champion Andre "S.O.G." Ward (20-0, 13KOs) held a conference call with the local, national and international media. The Danish-born Kessler will travel to Ward's home town November 21st to complete the first round of the 6-man World Boxing Classic Super Six tournament at Oracle Arena in Oakland. The second edition of Fight Camp 360's World Boxing… -
ESPN panel debates whether this is the 'Year of the Shark'
12 Nov 2009 | 6:38 pmE.J. Hradek, Barry Melrose and Matthew Barnaby discuss whether this year is the Year of the Shark in a panel discussion on ESPN. One problem with Barnaby's analysis, if you do not want to see another regular season game out of the Sharks this year you are going to miss some very good hockey. There are no more 'Big 4' or 'Big 2' teams in the Western Conference as parity has come abruptly to the fore. Eleven teams are within 10 points of first place almost a quarter of the way into the season. That being said, the return from injury of Joe Pavelski, Devin Setoguchi and Ryan Vesce add more speed…
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Brian Gionta Out With Broken Foot
19 Nov 2009 | 1:33 pmWinger, Brian Gionta, will be out of the Montreal Canadiens lineup indefinitely due to a broken foot. This isn’t great news for the team, obviously, but coach Jacques Martin is hoping it will inspire the rest of the Habs to step up their effort. image: TSN “The players will have to raise their game to try to make up for it,” coach Jacques Martin said. “It opens a door for someone. We’ve been waiting for that since the start of the season.” Gionta is tied with fellow newcomer, Mike Cammalleri, for the most goals on the team (8) and was signed to a… -
Is This The Worst Call of the Season?
19 Nov 2009 | 1:24 pmAlmost every hockey fan has seen a seriously bad call made by the officiators but this one is probably the worst I’ve seen in a long time. The Detroit Red Wings were looking for a game-tying goal and they got it. The only problem was that it was deemed a non-goal and I can’t understand how anyone could make this call. It’s clearly in the net, fricking Alex Auld has to scoop in and dig it out and they still claim it wasn’t conclusive? It’s pretty obvious that it was a goal but the Red Wings ended up losing 3-1 and I totally believe this is the reason for it. -
Theodore Takes Personal Leave of Absence
17 Nov 2009 | 10:56 amJose Theodore left his team to fly back to Washington for personal reasons. They take on the New York Rangers tonight and will have Semyon Varlamov between the pipes but have called up Michal Neuvirth from the AHL to serve as a backup. image: TSN The Washington Capitals did not elaborate on what is going on with Theodore but, considering how much he’s been through over the years, it really could be anything. Let’s review: His dad and brothers pleaded guilty a few years ago on loansharking charges, among other things. His father-in-law, a well-known Quebec music producer, was… -
Markus Naslund is No Longer Retired
17 Nov 2009 | 10:33 amI’m guessing Markus Naslund didn’t enjoy the retired life since he’s reactivated himself and will be joining Modo, his first pro club. He seems to be done with the NHL after 15 years so I hope he enjoys himself over in Europe. image: TSN It would appear that Peter Forsberg’s announcement about playing for Modo was a motivator for Naslund who said: “I will do anything to get in shape and hope I can add something on the ice, but as everybody understands it’s not just to get on the ice and perform. I’m really looking forward to play with Modo again… -
Craig Simpson Wins “Battle of the Blades”
17 Nov 2009 | 10:24 amI have to confess – I didn’t watch most of Battle of the Blades partly out of embarrassment since everyone else in my house thought it was lame and partly because I’ve just been so flipping busy. Either way, I have been keeping an eye on it since it’s really like Dancing With the Stars but on ice, featuring former hockey players. Last night, the winner was crowned and, apparently, it was no surprise to the show’s many viewers (it did so well that CBC is ordering up a second season!). Olympic pairs gold-medalist, Jamie Sale, and ex-Oiler/Hocker Night in Canada…
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Flames lose top scorer Bourque
20 Nov 2009 | 1:06 pmRene Bourque, who leads the Calgary Flames with 21 points in 20 games, will miss at least two contests with an undisclosed injury, coach Brent Sutter said Friday. -
Sarajevo stories move Goals and Dreams team
20 Nov 2009 | 1:00 pmThe narratives conveyed to ex-NHLers Rob Zamuner and P.J. Stock as well as NHLPA employees Matt Langen and Devin Smith when they visited Sarajevo, Bosnia, on Thursday as part of the NHLPA's Goals and Dreams tour were overwhelming. -
NHL suspends Stars' Neal 2 games
20 Nov 2009 | 12:52 pmThe NHL suspended Dallas Stars left winger James Neal two games on Friday for a nasty hit on Columbus' Derek Dorsett during Thursday's 4-1 Blue Jackets victory, the league said on its website. -
Flyers, Sharks no strangers to great hockey
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Ovechkin comes home as Habs visit Caps
20 Nov 2009 | 9:49 amWashington welcomes back Alex Ovechkin on Friday as the Captials host the Montreal Canadiens.
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Dallas Stars forward James Neal given two-game suspension from NHL
20 Nov 2009 | 1:40 pmTORONTO - Dallas Stars forward James Neal has been suspended two games for hitting Derek Dorsett of the Columbus Blue Jackets from behind.The NHL handed down the ban on Friday -
Thursday's NHL scoring summaries
20 Nov 2009 | 12:10 amPenguins 2 at Senators 6First Period1. Pittsburgh, Staal 6 (Dupuis, Guerin) 1:092. Ottawa, Carkner 2 (Fisher, Foligno) 12:16Penalties - Talbot Pgh (tripping) 1:48, Carkner Ott (hooking) 19:45 -
Scott Niedermayer scores power-play goal in overtime, Ducks beat Lightning 4-3
19 Nov 2009 | 10:10 pmANAHEIM, Calif. - Scott Niedermayer scored a power-play goal 52 seconds into overtime as the Anaheim Ducks beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Thursday night after blowing a three-goal lead -
Hockey transactions
19 Nov 2009 | 9:50 pmMovements in the world of hockey Thursday:National Hockey LeagueANAHEIM DUCKS-Assigned F Erik Christensen to Manitoba (ECHL) for conditioning -
Kris Versteeg scores twice as Blackhawks hammer Calgary Flames 7-1
19 Nov 2009 | 9:30 pmCALGARY - With a nearly unstoppable power play, the Blackhawks easily cruised to their fifth straight victory Thursday night.Kris Versteeg scored a pair of goals as Chicago went 4-for-5 with the extra man in a 7-1 rout of the Calgary Flames
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THN.com Blog: Russians favorite to take home gold
19 Nov 2009 | 6:31 amTeam Russia's elite skill level coupled with the pressure on the Canadians to win at home will result in a championship for Ovie and Friends -
THN.com Blog: Backstrom backstops new Minnesota system
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THN.com Blog: Michael Liambas suspension fits the crime
4 Nov 2009 | 12:38 pmThe season-ending suspension to the Erie player will cause a debate, but it will hopefully send a message that demands respect. - After doing his due diligence in assessing Michael Liambas’ hit on Ben Fanelli, Ontario League commissioner David Branch has sent a clear message that attempts to injure will not be tolerated and those who are found guilty of such actions will pay a steep price -
THN.com Blog: Skrastins playing big 'D' for Stars during Latvian Olympic year
29 Oct 2009 | 6:35 amThe shot-blocking defender from Latvia talks about choosing to play in Dallas and the expectations for the Latvian team in Vancouver. - Karlis Skrastins isn’t a name that shows up on the scoresheet often – his point-per-game average is just 0 -
THN.com Blog: Young Bogosian helping Thrashers take flight
22 Oct 2009 | 6:31 amThe third overall pick in 2008 missed a chunk of last season due to injury, but there's no doubt he is quickly learning how to be a successful NHLer
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NHL with EJ Hradek
20 Nov 2009 | 9:40 amWelcome to SportsNation! On Tuesday, ESPN The Magazine's EJ Hradek will stop by to chat about the NHL season.Hradek is a senior writer at ESPN... -
NHL with EJ Hradek
14 Nov 2009 | 10:01 amWelcome to SportsNation! On Tuesday, ESPN The Magazine's EJ Hradek will stop by to chat about the NHL season.Hradek is a senior writer at ESPN... -
This finally could be Sharks' year
10 Nov 2009 | 2:59 am...you. Here is this week's mailbag. Hey EJ: With all the injuries occurring and with the...at playing full time four-on-four. Mr. Hradek: Is there any chance the Carolina Hurricanes can... -
NHL with EJ Hradek
7 Nov 2009 | 8:29 amWelcome to SportsNation! On Tuesday, ESPN The Magazine's EJ Hradek will stop by to chat about the NHL season.Hradek is a senior writer at ESPN... -
Mailbag: Carlyle's coaching future in Anaheim
3 Nov 2009 | 4:20 am...again) to make a final decision. Stay tuned. Hradek: Is [Anaheim Ducks coach] Randy Carlyle on a...defense and a 29th-ranked penalty-killing unit. EJ: After a couple of nice wins, I don...
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Wild's Clutterbuck defines hockey toughness
18 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmJust as a society benefits from the diversity of its citizenry, hockey teams benefit from a diversity of skill sets. A team needs a goalie who can stop pucks, players who can pass, shoot and score, and players who can defend their teammate... -
Ennis awoke in Portland, scored in Philadelphia
16 Nov 2009 | 10:18 am"I thought the kid played great and helped us win a hockey game. He gave us some energy and he made a couple of great plays. He could have had a couple of goals in the game and made several other good plays. He was responsible, and even t... -
Flyers wary of Ryan Miller
14 Nov 2009 | 10:43 am"He's capable of great performances and we know that so we have to be good defensively ourselves. We have to get a lot of pucks to the net and make him work. We were able to do that last game and we're going to have to do that tonig... -
Proper fitting the key to protection
12 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm"I always recommend that a player put on all his protective equipment and then, before you put on your pants and sweater, look in the mirror and make sure that all vulnerable areas are covered." -- Chris Scoppetto The name of... -
Emery faces Ottawa for the first time
12 Nov 2009 | 11:09 amIN AND OUT Flyers forward Danny Briere, who has missed the last four games with a pulled muscle in his leg, will play Thursday against Ottawa. Coach John Stevens likely will start Briere at right wing on a line centered by Jeff Carter....
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U.S. Olympic team not afraid to match work with skill
13 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmTeam USA General Manager Brian Burke makes no secret about the kind of hockey he wants to see the Americans play in Vancouver this February. "If you look at the course of a hockey game, there are jobs that a player is called upon t... -
GM meetings set groundwork for future deals?
12 Nov 2009 | 12:23 pm"I think we all have hundreds of trades that run through our head. I know I do. Even if they don't happen, it's still fun to think about them." -- Don Waddell TORONTO -- This week's NHL General Managers Meeting here produced ... -
Komisarek endures tough start; out 3 weeks
11 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pmMike Komisarek knows a little bit about pressure. In seven NHL seasons, he has had just two homes, and each is in the running for the most demanding place to play in the NHL. Komisarek, an American from West Islip, N.Y., broke into the ... -
New measurements will bring goalies down to size
11 Nov 2009 | 11:48 am"No matter what we do, the goaltenders have to feel that it is fair from one end of the rink to the other and I think that is all that goalies ever asked from Day 1." -- Kay Whitmore, manager of hockey operations for the NHL ... -
GMs opt for status quo on goalie trapezoid
10 Nov 2009 | 3:46 pm"Does everybody like (the trapezoid)? Probably not. Does everybody like that you can't shoot the puck over the glass? Probably not. But, the whole package is there and the package says that in 2003 goal-scoring was down, our 100-point men...
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A look at some numbers at the quarter mark
20 Nov 2009 | 7:17 amIt may seem like the NHL season started a couple of days ago, but we reach the one-quarter mark during tonight's six-game schedule. Many teams already have passed the one-quarter mark of their schedule; the rest will reach it in the next few days.... -
Pacific: Ducks glad to be back home after tough trip
19 Nov 2009 | 7:10 amJuggling act for Stars The injuries that wiped out the Dallas Stars in 2008-09 may be contributing to the team's early success this season. Losing players such as Brenden Morrow and Brad Richards for extended periods forced the Stars to... -
Zetterberg, Kovalchuk, Miller top NHL's 3 Stars
16 Nov 2009 | 9:00 amIt took Henrik Zetterberg a while to find his scoring touch. But the 2008 Conn Smythe Trophy winner is now on a roll -- and so are the Detroit Red Wings. Zetterberg capped his best week of the season with the best night of his career Sa... -
First period continues to be tough for scorers
13 Nov 2009 | 7:03 amDoes it seem like your favorite team has trouble scoring in the first period? You're probably right. Through the season's first 261 games, far fewer goals have been scored in the first period than in either of the other two. Just 401 goals were... -
Howard's goaltending leads Wings past Canucks 3-1
12 Nov 2009 | 9:48 pmJimmy Howard is showing the Detroit Red Wings he's capable of handling the role of backup goaltender just fine. Howard got an easy win Wednesday when he was in goal for Detroit's 9-1 victory at Columbus. He had to work a lot harder on T...
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Love the Game, Don't Like Puck Bunnies
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Russian Machine Out of Service: Ovechkin Week-to-Week
2 Nov 2009 | 8:05 pmWashington Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin has been listed week-to-week, a downgrade from day-to-day, after sustaining an upper-body strain when he collided with Columbus Blue Jackets’ Raffi Torres on Sunday.Ovechkin is expected to miss the fifth game of his five-year career, the third due to injury, on Wednesday at New Jersey.“Russian machine never breaks," often quips Ovechkin.Well the machine is -
Piatakovas Hosts Caps Chat on CSN Washington
1 Nov 2009 | 12:04 pmChasta Piatakovas will host the Caps Chat on CSN Washington from the press box during Columbus Blue Jackets vs. the Washington Capitals at Verizon Center. The chat starts at 4:45 pm: join the chat. -
Number 13 Unlucky, Lucky for Washington Capitals
31 Oct 2009 | 3:00 amThe number 13 is considered bad luck, and perhaps for the Washington Capitals when Glen Hanlon became the team’s 13th head coach (2003-07).Several players are superstitious, but fearlessly Bates Battaglia (2003-04), Jiri Novotny (2006-07) and Joey Tenute (2005-06) wore #13.However, the number 13, with a recognized phobia, triskaidekaphobia, is considered a special number for the franchise as Joe -
H1N1 Hits Caps Locker Room
29 Oct 2009 | 6:41 amWith nearly every state reporting swine flu cases, it’s clear that the H1N1 virus doesn’t discriminate.The H1N1 flu has even spread into the NHL, including the Capital’s locker room. Forward Quintin Laing is the fourth reported player to be diagnosed with the illness, causing an obvious concern for the Caps.Laing has been quarantined from the team as well as his wife and two small sons.With -
From the Press Box: Philadelphia Flyers vs. Washington Capitals
27 Oct 2009 | 8:41 pmThe Phone Booth filled with the Rocking-the-Red faithful who braved the cold and drizzling rain to see the second of four meetings this season between the Washington Capitals (6-2-2) and the Philadelphia Flyers (5-3-1).Déjà vu—the same weather for press coverage of Flyers vs. Capitals in January. The Capitals went into the game with 14 points to top the Southeast Division. The Flyers are fourth
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Doyle: Belleville trades Matt Tipoff to Kitchener
20 Nov 2009 | 10:11 amThe rebuilding Belleville Bulls have made another trade, moving one of their veterans to the Kitchener Rangers. Read more »Original post blogged on b2evolution. -
Sapurji: Sullivan says 'I guess I was lucky'
19 Nov 2009 | 12:07 pmThere's good news and bad news in my return from my vacation in Vegas. Since I always like hearing the bad news first: it is with great sadness I must report that I will not be buying the Kingston Frontenacs anytime soon. I tried really, really hard too. Read more »Original post blogged on b2evolution. -
Doyle: Seguin tops NHL Draft eligibles in OHL
17 Nov 2009 | 11:06 amNHL Central Scouting has put out its first set of rankings for the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. Read more »Original post blogged on b2evolution. -
Doyle: Two recent OHL grads traded for each other
17 Nov 2009 | 10:55 amWe do not usually report on ECHL trades, but this one caught our fancy considering the names involved. Read more »Original post blogged on b2evolution. -
Doyle: Sam Lofquist officially joins Guelph Storm
12 Nov 2009 | 11:06 amA story we originally broke here late Monday night has been officially wrapped up. Read more »Original post blogged on b2evolution.
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Canadiens-Capitals: Game No. 22 -- Pre-game Notes
20 Nov 2009 | 9:28 amPre-game notesBrian Gionta is out indefinitely with broken bone in his foot.Greg Stewart has been sent to the Hamilton Bulldogs for a two-week conditioning stint.Former London Knight John Carlson will make his NHL debut tonight for the Capitals and will be paired with Tom Poti.While Washington and Montreal have similar goals against numbers, the Caps have scored 29 more goals and have double the number of power play goals.Capitals have won three games in a row at home.Canadiens have scored two or fewer goals in six of eight road games with a 2-6-0 record.Game time is 7:00 pm. EST. at the… -
Canadiens: Stewart to Hamilton for conditioning purposes
19 Nov 2009 | 9:57 amMontreal CanadiensThursday, 19.11.2009 / 12:15 PMPRESS RELEASEMONTREAL – The Montreal Canadiens announced today that left winger Gregory Stewart has been assigned to the AHL Hamilton Bulldogs for conditioning purposes. Stewart will join the Bulldogs today in Winnipeg for the first of a 2-game series against the Manitoba Moose on Friday, November 20.Stewart, 23, was the Canadiens’ seventh pick (eighth round, 246th overall) of the 2004 NHL Entry Draft. The 6’02’’, 197 lbs forward was held pointless in five games with the Canadiens this season. He also recorded four shots on goal and… -
RDS: The Fears are Confirmed
18 Nov 2009 | 10:20 amfrom RDS.ca (translated)The Canadiens will be without the services of Brian Gionta for an indefinite period due to a broken bone in his left foot.We feared the worst in the case of Gionta, who has missed the last two games. The diminutive striker was forced to withdraw before the Habs game against the Nashville Predators on Saturday."It's very frustrating," admitted Gionta told reporters. "I am disappointed not to help my teammates. But we have great depth and good young players can elevate their game a notch.""Waiting for the start of the season than anyone else stands out," said head coach… -
Canadiens: Habs assign Mathieu Carle to the Bulldogs
18 Nov 2009 | 8:31 amThis move clears the way for a return by Ryan O'Byrne. He should be in the line-up against Washington on Friday night.Line combinations during practise on Wednesday morning were as follows:Gomez, Metropolit, CammalleriPlekanec, Pacioretty, Andrei KostitsynWhite, Moen, Pyatt Lapierre, Laraque, LatendresseWednesday, 18.11.2009 / 10:58 AM / NewsMontreal CanadiensPRESS RELEASEMONTREAL – The Montreal Canadiens announced today that defenseman Mathieu Carle has been assigned to the AHL Hamilton Bulldogs. Carle will join the Bulldogs Wednesday in Abbotsford, B.C., for the second of a 2-game series… -
Hurricanes-Canadiens: Price, Kostitsyn Bailout Weak Habs' Effort
17 Nov 2009 | 7:37 pmMontreal 3 Carolina 2 (Bell Centre) posted by RocketAll HabsWow! Andrei Kostitsyn scored with just over two minutes left in the third period to tie the game. In overtime Carey Price was brilliant as Carolina outshot Montreal 7-to-1. Price shut down each of the six Hurricanes' shooters making some spectacular saves in the shootout. Maxim Lapierre scored the lone shootout goal for the win.Bell Centre fans left happy and the Canadiens had two points, their first win at home in November.But, wait a minute. Prior to the shootout, overtime, and last three minutes of the third period, this game was…
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Meet the Muppets: Brought to You by the Letter B
8 Nov 2009 | 2:50 pmHello hello, hockey fans. Jack “Guy Smiley” Edwards—New England’s favorite hockey host—here. How are ya? Great, good to have you here in the Sesame Street Studio for another segment of Meet the Muppets, er, Boston Bruins. We’ve got a half dozen of them for you. But first, here’s Rene Rancourt to sing the “Sesame Street Anthem”. Take it away, Rene.“Sunny day, sweepin’ the clouds away...A-OK…where the air is sweet…can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street?”Merci Rene. Our guests are eager to get started, so away we go. Up first is Shawn “Cookie Monster”… -
On the Shelf, Part IX: Living the Hockey Dream
31 Oct 2009 | 8:56 am(Continued from Part VIII)I haven’t retired (as one faithful reader has suggested), but this unyielding injury has kept me off the ice and on the shelf. So here’s another review of a hockey book (one of about five dozen on my bookshelf.)The beguiling beauty in Brian Kennedy’s Living the Hockey Dream is the diversity of stories. Amidst the unique insights into the Gretzkys and Granatos and Hulls and Howes, Kennedy presents profiles of unheralded hockey people such as an animated arbiter, meandering minor leaguers, and a hoarder of hockey sweaters. Whether his subjects are male or female,… -
The Hockey Show(s)
24 Oct 2009 | 9:16 amThanks, the callers say to 98.5’s The Hockey Show hosts, for finally bringing hockey talk to Boston radio.I’m glad that the Sports Hub has Dave “Left to Right Across Your Radio” Goucher and Bob “Blueliner” Beers—the B’s announcers since 2000—to dispense their vast and intimate knowledge to a wider audience. B’s fans deserve it.But hockey talk on the radio is not new to Boston.I miss the New England Hockey Journal Radio Show (NEHJRS) and hosts Mick “Doc5 Hole” Colageo and Kevin Paul “Hub of Hockey” Dupont. These lads lamented and lauded the local club on ESPN Boston… -
Loose Pucks: Pukka, Tuukka, and the Joys of Hockey (and Donuts)
4 Oct 2009 | 10:44 amA dozen recent observations:Tired of the regular donut routine? Try the fresh apple cider donuts at Honey Pot Hill Orchard, where the AMHL Photographer and I stood in just the right place to savor these little beauties, their scent streaming out of the store/donut factory.Last Sunday’s Boston Globe was fortified by irony: Vladimir Sobotka was the star not of the sports section but of Jan Freeman’s “The Word” in Ideas. In the Metro section was an ad for travel to places such as Quebec and Newfoundland. And below the “Here and there” heading in Globe West, Martin Pave mentions the… -
Hybrid Hockey, Part III: Kicking the Tires
19 Sep 2009 | 5:35 pm(Continued from Part I) image courtesy of RussBowling at flickr.comThree games into the preseason, the B's are still "kicking the tires." But expect management to go the distance with this fleet of forwards.Patrice “Escape” Bergeron: Bergie (the name my wife and I awarded to our Ford Escape) has suffered a few dings (as has our car), but is no worse for the wear. Expect Msr. Bergeron to regain his scoring touch without sacrificing the power or fuel efficiency he demonstrated during last season’s test drive. Don’t believe me? Ask Maxim Lapierre.Blake “Buick Roadmaster” Wheeler:…
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22 Is Keeping me off the Ledge
18 Nov 2009 | 5:21 pmI am not going to turn this blog into on the ledge off the ledge dot com. The Bruins are frustrating right now, almost as frustrating as the fact I taped the Senators and Leafs game last night, and inexplicably when I went to watch it this morning, the recording was black. So, I missed the battle of Ontario, and from what I understand, it was a doozy. Figures. Anyway, I want to focus on a Bruins positive. Shawn Thornton came to the Bruins fresh off winning the Stanley Cup with Anaheim 2 years ago. He was instantly my favorite Bruin, and after this season, he’s gaining more and more fans… -
Ledge is all yours Carolina
8 Nov 2009 | 1:14 pmI’m not sure if it’s because all the Carolina fans are jumping off the ledge, and any that haven’t jumped yet are thinking about it now that Cam Ward is hurt, but I see a lot of Bruins fans coming in off the ledge. I wrote earlier in the week about what they need to get done. Saturday night, they did 2 of the three things. Amazing what happens when the Power Play is working, and playing with a truculent attitude eh? Looks like the blue print for success moving forward. While it wasn’t exactly a knock down, drag em out affair, it was markedly more physical of a game last night. Shawn… -
In off the ledge Please
4 Nov 2009 | 4:46 pmIn off the ledge Bruins fans. In off the ledge. It is way too early to panic. The Bruins will make the playoffs with their current configuration. They play in a fairly week division and can get it done. Look at how they have played over the last three games, and it’s easy to see a club that is working hard, but has a bit of a goal scoring problem. Having said that, here are three things the Bruins need to do to win their division and possible make a run at Lord Stanley. 1. Get an immediate return for Phil Kessel. The Boston Front Office did a very nice job jettisoning a malcontent that… -
Matt Carkner has Arrived!
22 Oct 2009 | 1:28 pmMighty Matt Carkner was signed to a 2-yr deal by the Ottawa Senators this week, just a few short days after his first-ever NHL goal. He also soundly beat the snot out of Steve Downie on the 15th. To say it’s been an incredible month for the man would be an obvious understatement. I have gotten to know Matt a little - as we’re both residents of Westport, Ontario - and it couldn’t have happened to a nicer guy. The Cove, a classy Westport Hotel has organized the CarkBus for all of us proud residents this evening, and I have to wrap this up if I’m going to make it down… -
I feel good. I feel great. I feel Wonderful.
18 Oct 2009 | 12:53 pmSo, the beloved Bruins are the feel bad story of the year so far. One minute they look like world beaters, the next they look as if Perkins School for the Blind would give them a run for their money. I think what they need is a real good knockdown, drag em out divisional game to get back on the path to glory. I’m not here to talk feel bad though, let’s talk feel good. I watched the game Friday with some buddies, and we discussed where Brian McGrattan was. “In Calgary.” I said. Riveting eh? Anyway, Friday night McGrattan recorded a Gordie Howe Hat Trick in just 5:55 of ice time against…
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Oilers may make HUGE offer for Semin or Kovalchuk
20 Nov 2009 | 8:26 amGreetings from the Orlando airport for the annual family jaunt to the in-laws. I just landed and went through my texts and two sources, from different ends of the continent have told me that they are hearing that the Oilers are putting a huge package together to try and draw either Alexander Semin or Ilya Kovalchuk to Edmonton. The package would be some serious picks, prospects and 2 top six -
My Picks for Team USA forwards (and who they compare to from the past)
19 Nov 2009 | 9:45 amAs many of you remember, I attended Team USA Camp in Chicago and I left with three major impressions: #1. Brian Burke was building a team. Burke himself said that he wasn't looking for the 23 most talented Americans, he was looking for the 23 Americans that could best help this team compete in the Olympic Games in Vancouver. That meant two scoring lines and then grit. If you were generally c -
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Kane, Toews, and Keith Update: Why they are waiting to make a Splash.
18 Nov 2009 | 1:20 pmNews broke in the Tribune and then Vanished. It is all very odd. Here is what I have heard. They have been close for sometime to a deal with Kane and Toews, Keith is more complicated. So why are the three linked together you may ask? Well it is tricky of course, but this is the new Blackhawks, so it should be rather obvious. The Hawks have always been an image conscious team. Even goin -
Pisani Rumors> Sabres, NYI, NYR Ponikarovsky moving West? Chicago?
18 Nov 2009 | 10:03 amQuick hits with another update this afternoon prior to 3pm on the Chicago situation. Talking to sources all day trying to get to the bottom of the Hawks rumors. I was rather surprised to hear two players being talked about in the rumor mill today... Fernando Pisani. Edmonton's own. Obviously, he is not being traded while he is hurt, but you would be surprised at the interest teams have
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Reading Hockey Blogs the Easy Way.
17 Nov 2009 | 5:32 amThe internet is awesome, isn’t it? I mean, we have all sorts of things to keep us occupied, like hockey blogs, and hockey podcasts, and… other hockey blogs! But clicking around the internet is tedious work, and disappointing when you visit a site over and over only to find it looks exactly the same as before. Or what if the site itself just plain looks bad, makes it hard to read (fonts too small, bad color choices, eye straining or distracting flash banners and ads), or is so chock full of advertisements that you can barely tell the ads from the good stuff. An unreadable site… -
The Perfect Third Jersey Comment
16 Nov 2009 | 11:11 pmThis was so spot on, I thought it deserved it’s own post. Mark from Alaska wrote this comment about the Avs 3rd jersey: They look like a replica of an old fashioned sweater using new technology/fabrics. I don’t buy into the fact that a sleek fabric makes a player better or faster. Constant gut-checks, love of the game and a hatred of failure makes players better…RBK doesn’t really help or assist, it only makes them look worse in the process. I’m pretty sure the goal leaders in the NHL won’t be thanking RBK for their great season unless contractually obliged… -
Thin Air: Hockey Thoughts on a Sunday Afternoon, November 15th, 2009
15 Nov 2009 | 10:42 amStuff that would normally go into the ether, were I still dealing with twitter. - I went to a Spokane Chiefs game with Jason Cohen, author of Zamboni Rodeo, still one of my top five hockey books. Jason was a lot of fun, and I thank him for showing up. Now, if only the Kamloops Blazers had shown up. - The Colorado Eagles are 7-0-1 so far this season, putting them first in the Conference with the least amount of games played. We will see what happens when they hit the road, but for now, things are looking pretty good in Ft. Collins. - The same can’t be said for the Avalanche. You know,… -
Avalanche Unveil 3rd Jersey… Which I Won’t Be Buying
12 Nov 2009 | 11:48 pmThe Colorado Avalanche finally showed off their latest abomination to the hockey world powered by Reebok 3rd jersey to the world, and while it has elements of the original 3rd, it really isn’t any match. (the picture is from Icethetics, who got it somewhere else) Great, the Avs will be playing in a Snuggie. Look, I’ve made no secret of my dislike to the RBK EDGE jerseys, and the Avs home and away jerseys aren’t my favorites. These? Add them to the list. I’m really not sure what the point of having a photo negative of the previous 3rd jersey is. Perhaps it’s just… -
Thin Air: November 5th, Late Edition
5 Nov 2009 | 11:36 pmOh yes, another night of hockey highlights. I have the Ducks – Predators game on the DVR, but I can’t get motivated to watch. I mean, the point was to see what the problem with the Predators is, but I can’t do it. Not tonight. - T-Squared? OK, Kevin Weekes. You can call Tim Thomas whatever you like. Still, Weekes is a solid commentator on NHL On the Fly. He doesn’t do stunned-by-the-moves all that well, but then again, he speaks with authority when he has to, and like a fan when I want him to. Good job, Kevin. - I will be losing the NHL Network next week. I can’t…
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Possible 3rd Jersey For Panthers
20 Nov 2009 | 7:33 pmfrom George Richards of On Frozen Pond, So many of you have been asking to see what these new third jerseys look like, well, this is pretty close. I think. The team has done a good job of being secretive about these jerseys and this is what I would call an ‘’artists’’ rendition*. continued -
The Play Of Tomas Fleischmann Goes Unnoticed
20 Nov 2009 | 7:27 pmfrom Pierre LeBrun of ESPN, How does a player start his season with 11 points in 10 games and barely get noticed around the league? By playing on a team with Alex Ovechkin, Alex Semin, Nicklas Backstrom and Mike Green, that’s how. Sorry Tomas Fleischmann, but you’re getting some national recognition now from ESPN.com. “It’s OK, you can keep it quiet,” the Capitals forward said on the phone from Washington, laughing all the while. He can afford to laugh. A few months ago, he was told his career might be over. Doctors discovered a blood clot in his leg after he… -
Neal Suspended Two Games
20 Nov 2009 | 5:16 pmvia NHL.com, Dallas Stars left wing James Neal was suspended two games by the NHL on Friday for a hit from behind on Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Derek Dorsett at 13:01 of the second period of Thursday’s game. Dorsett was among a group of players battling along the wall for the puck when Neal came charging in. Neal appeared to leave his feet to deliver a blow to Blue Jackets defenseman Marc Methot, but instead he hit Dorsett in the back. The force of the blow drove Dorsett face-first into the glass. He fell to the ice and could not get up. In case you missed the hit, watch it here. -
The NHL At The Quarter Mark
20 Nov 2009 | 5:11 pmNEW YORK (November 20, 2009)—Fewer than five months after hearing their names called as first-round selections at the National Hockey League Entry Draft, John Tavares of the New York Islanders, Victor Hedman of the Tampa Bay Lightning, Matt Duchene of the Colorado Avalanche and Evander Kane of the Atlanta Thrashers have helped key turnaround performances by their teams in the first quarter of the NHL season. As the 1,230-game schedule passes the quarter mark with tonight’s games, seven clubs that did not qualify for the 2008-09 Stanley Cup Playoffs currently hold a top-eight… -
Paul Kelly Goes Back To College
20 Nov 2009 | 5:00 pmfrom Kevin Allen of Mucking and Grinding, Former NHL Players Association Executive Director Paul Kelly fulfilled his wish to stay in hockey by accepting a job as executive director of the newly-formed College Hockey, Inc. The Hockey Commissioners Association created the organization for the purpose of raising the profile of Division I hockey. Kelly will be in charge of that mission. continued
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TONY MARINARO’s REBUILDING PLAN FOR MONTREAL CANADIENS.
19 Nov 2009 | 9:58 amThoughts? Analysis: When Bob Gainey took over this team, they were small at center, lacked a powerforward and lacked NHL depth. Seven years later, the same problems exist. During the past couple of years, Bob has let assets like: Souray, Streit, Komisarek, Ryder, Koivu, Tanguay, Kovalev, and others move on to other teams without getting anything in return. Imagine the draft picks and/or prospects he could have accumulated. The goal is to win a Stanley Cup. Under Gainey, this team never won more than two games of Round 2. As for 2009-10, with Gionta and Markov out longterm, Montreal will… -
Game 21: Habs/Canes
17 Nov 2009 | 3:58 pmTonight the Habs take on the basement dwelling Hurricanes. They would do well to take this game very seriously however, as we all know that letting points slip against lesser competition is the fast-track to the bottom. And while we could surely stand a few high draft picks at this point – none of us wants to go through that mess. Go Habs Go!!! -
Game 20: Habs/Preds
14 Nov 2009 | 4:09 pmOne game winning streak. Can we make it two? Latendresse is in the press box tonight so Pactum gets his wish haha. Game time is 8pm! Wouldn’t you love to see AK46 score like the picture? -
Game 19: Habs/Coyotes
12 Nov 2009 | 4:05 pmHabs take on the Coyotes tonight at 9ET. Question is, can we beat the Coyotes? We all would have said yes before the season, and yet the Coyotes (10-7) are in 6th in the West while the Habs (8-10) struggle to keep pace in the East. Would you have believed me if I told you that through 18 games the Canadiens would manage only ONE regulation win. This team has no killer instinct. Until we can boast about a regulation win against someone other than the Islanders, my cup remains half-empty. Lets hope the Smurfs can get some help from the new line of Kostitsyn, Pyatt and Plex. Carey starts. Go… -
Game 18: Habs/Flames
10 Nov 2009 | 4:13 pmI’ve always hated the Flames. Probably because they made me cry when I was 8. I still hate them, and Lanny McDonald’s dumb ass moustache. Halak is in net tonight, I wonder if his agent has any stats for his previous record against Cowtown? Go Habs Go!!!
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Happy?
1 Nov 2009 | 10:31 amI read today that Toskala is “happy” with his performance and said it was his best start of the year. That is saying a lot about how far Vesa has come since platooning with Raycroft two seasons ago. Raycroft and Toskala were easily the two most deluded goaltenders in the league when they played together. It was never a reflection on them when they lost and they always felt “great” about their performance. If I had that first goal scored against me in NHL 10, I would be emailing EA and saying there was a glitch in the game and could they please fix it. No NHL caliber… -
How Quickly They Forget
31 Oct 2009 | 1:02 pmJust one short week ago the Maple Leafs were winless and at the bottom of the league. Well, they are still at the bottom of the league, but have put together three solid games, one win and two OT losses. I’m not sure what part of that modest success would make Niklas Hagman think that he needs to do a pass across the middle of the ice from a prime shooting position with bodies going to the net. There are WAY too many drop passes for a team with maybe 3 players that could be classified as “skill players”. Seriously, let’s keep it simple stupids. Hit the net… -
No Gaborik, but Wild use strong 2nd period to earn 3-2 home victory over the NY Rangers
30 Oct 2009 | 8:04 pmLast season, it was supposed to be the big payoff season for Marian Gaborik as he attempted to raise his value for what was likely going to be the most lucrative contract of his NHL career. We were told that Gaborik took the time to prepare himself properly to have a strong and healthy season. Yet before the season started, then Wild General Manager Doug Risebrough tendered one last big money offer for Gaborik. Gaborik and his agent decided to pass and at that point many wondered if it would be prudent to deal the sniper just in case he might get hurt. As Wild fans know all too well,… -
From Out Of Nowhere
30 Oct 2009 | 11:41 amOne of the reasons it’s sometimes hard to be a Leafs fans is the level of expectation that comes with an over-saturation of information. Being a sports fan in general is all about the unexpected things that can happen within an environment bound by strict rules. One thing Leafs fans don’t really get to see is something happen that wasn’t already thought about, predicted, reviewed, panned or just plain-old bitched about. Other NHL teams have had small surprises, like the Oilers’ Sam Gagner on 2007/08. Or huge surprises, like Steve Mason winning the Calder trophy with… -
Game #13: Minnesota Wild vs New York Rangers, Friday October 30, 2009 at 7:00pm (CDT), Xcel Energy Center [GAME PREVIEW]
30 Oct 2009 | 9:16 amMinnesota Wild (3-9-0) 6pts 5th in Northwest Division 2.08 Goals per Game (29th in NHL) 3.25 Goals Against per Game (22nd in NHL) 22.8% Power Play (11th in NHL) 86.7% Penalty Kill (1st in NHL) Top 5 Scorers: 1. #15 Andrew Brunette ~ 7G 3A = 10pts 2. #9 Mikko Koivu ~ 3G 7A = 10pts 3. #25 Eric Belanger ~ 2G 8A = 10pts 4. #3 Marek Zidlicky ~ 0G 6A = 6pts 5. #9 Brent Burns ~ 2G 3A = 5pts Top 3 Penalty Minutes: 1. #34 Shane Hnidy ~ 18PIM’s 2. #36 John Scott ~ 16PIM’s 3. #3 Marek Zidlicky ~ 12PIM’s Goaltenders: 1. #32 Niklas Backstrom ~…
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PuckUpdate :: The Hockey Blog
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Pittsburgh Tired; Vultures Circle Ducks
20 Nov 2009 | 3:14 amA tough night for Pittsburgh in Ottawa last night. The Penguins had Max Talbot and Sergei Gonchar back and they still blew an early lead to the Senators. Pittsburgh looked tired. It could just be the time of season or it could be all of the injuries the healthy players have had to compensate for over the course of the season. Someone asked Dave Molinari if he thought poor conditioning was behind all of the Penguins injuries. Molinari said going deep into the playoffs so frequently could end up taking a physical toll on the team. So Pittsburgh could literally wind up a victim of its own… -
Bettman: ‘This Team Only Played on Sundays; They Played an Older Chuch-Going Lady, I Believe’
18 Nov 2009 | 3:01 amI love that the NHL owns the Coyotes. Now, whenever NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman talks about the viability of the team, it has the desperation of someone trying to unload a used car they can’t afford to keep for any extended amount of time. Bettman was in Phoenix this week, just so he knew at least one person would be at the game. When asked about the team, he went straight into the pitch: I think the progress on the ice has been terrific…The team is playing extremely competitive hockey. It’s early in the season but clearly in the playoff hunt…I like the fact that John… -
Thibault Phones-A-Friend; Redden Reclamation Project Continues
17 Nov 2009 | 2:54 amI know this is hardly the most important story of the day, but I have to point out Jocelyn Thibault’s goaltending consultancy gig in Colorado: Rather than being with the team full time, as goaltending coach Jeff Hackett was the past few seasons, Thibault still lives in Montreal and is spending occasional stretches with the team in Denver and on the road. He is empowered to pick up the phone and speak with either Anderson or backup Peter Budaj. So is it me, or is Thibault getting paid to hang out with the team? And is he also getting paid to call his goaltending friends on the phone? I… -
Being the Line Change Not Always a Great Idea
13 Nov 2009 | 3:12 amMike Heika did his weekly question-and-answer session with his readers and while it’s all usually really good, I wanted to spotlight one of this week’s answers from Heika: Q: What do you feel are the reasons for the Stars’ road success this year? And why hasn’t that success been duplicated at home? HEIKA: Those are two good questions. My guess is the Stars have been able to turn off their brains a little more on the road and just play simple hockey. The team at home gets its choice for matchups on line changes, and I think coaches and players get wrapped up in that… -
NHL Is a Two Financial Tier League
12 Nov 2009 | 2:53 amForbes released their annual NHL franchise valuations and things actually look pretty good for the league. Or at least for some of the franchises. The average operating profit was $6.1 million, aggregate income increased, as did average franchise value. Unfortunately, this wasn’t an across the board thing for the all of the franchises. While successful teams like Pittsburgh, Washington, and Chicago are doing great (as one might expect), other franchises like Nashville, Atlanta, the Islanders, and, of course, the Coyotes, are struggling. Here is the Forbes valuation chart. One thing the…
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This Week in D-I Women's Hockey: November 20, 2009
19 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmRagging the puck while waiting for the Qwest Tour to hit the Granite State … Ten Years of Title-hunting Taking note that Minnesota-Duluth will be celebrating its 10th anniversary in womens' hockey this weekend - “A Decade of Dominance” - when Minnesota State hits the Iron Range. Talk about an illustrious program. What Shannon Miller has built in Duluth has been innovative and always entertaining. ... -
This Week in D-III Women's Hockey: November 20, 2009
19 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmThe Champs are Back in Town It’s been a long seven-and-a-half-month wait for Jim Plumer and the Amherst Lady Jeffs after winning last year’s NCAA championship in thrilling fashion with a 4-3 overtime victory over Elmira. However, this Saturday the wait is finally over as the Lady Jeffs hit the ice for the first time in the 2009-2010 season with a pair of NESCAC league games against Wesleyan. Due ... -
This Week in MIAC: Nov. 19, 2009
19 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmWeekend Roundup If anyone had any doubts as to how wide open the MIAC is this season, the opening weekend of conference play dispelled them. Only one team managed to win both games this weekend and of the eight games played only two were decided by more than two goals. Bethel topped St. John’s 5-3 on Friday in a close game. The Royals scored three third period goals, including an empty ... -
This Week in ECAC Hockey: Nov. 19, 2009
18 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm'Gate Crashing Colgate University. You remember it, right? Hamilton, N.Y., ... the Raiders. They used to win stuff back in the day. Bulletin: The Raiders are back, and big-time. The Maroon & Gray are 5-2-4, but more pertinently, they're 3-0-1 in ECAC Hockey and riding the nation's second-longest unbeaten streak (six, one behind Michigan State). "We've found a way to win a couple games ... -
This Week in the CHA: Nov. 19, 2009
18 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmNiagara wishes all its games could be on Wednesday night at home. After putting an "0-fer" on the board through the first six weeks of the season, the Purple Eagles finally got in the win column with a 4-1 win over RPI at home on Wednesday. "To come out and play a full 60-minute game against a good team feels great," NU coach Dave Burkholder said. "Our third period really put a big exclamation ...
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Bennett's Return: Back From College Hockey Purgatory
19 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmBy Joseph Edwards The old adage says, if you love it, let it go -- if it returns it's yours forever. The college hockey world must have some serious emotions for Brett Bennett. The junior goalie, in his first year at Wisconsin, is making a solid, if not yet loud comeback after splashing his way onto the scene at Boston University three years ago. As a highly-touted recruit out of the USNTDP, Bennett ... -
Like Miami, Princeton Looks to Soothe the Pain
18 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmIt would be difficult to script a season’s ending more devastating than the one that met the [[Princeton]] Tigers last season -- a script also used by Miami in the national championship game. Up 4-2 with less than a minute remaining in their NCAA quarterfinals matchup against Minnesota-Duluth, the Tigers surrendered a pair of goals just thirty-nine seconds apart, the second of which coming with ... -
Team of the Week: Michigan State
17 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmJust two years removed from a national championship, Michigan State suffered through a wretched 2008-09 season. Everything that could've gone wrong, did. The injuries hit early, there were defections, and then a mid-year suspension of two players for the rest of the season after an ugly incident at Michigan. The numbers were ugly too. The team couldn't score, and MSU lost all five meetings to the ... -
Colorado College Reveling Underdog Role
17 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmJoe Howe may not be the next Richard Bachman, but he’s certainly held his own in replacing the Colorado College stalwart so far. Bachman was just one of many key losses the Tigers were dealt with entering the season. The Tigers lost Eric Walsky and Chad Rau to graduation and then lost Brian Connelly and Bachman to pro contracts. For the first time in a while the Tigers were picked to finish ... -
You Gotta Have Heart
16 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pmSenior Corey Laurysen arrived at Sacred Heart’s first meeting of the year much like he had the previous three years — excited and ready for the season to begin. "Everyone just thought it was the regular first of the year meeting," Two-time captain Laurysen said. "We have a meeting like that every year. “But [coach Shaun Hannah] was late and he was never late. This ...
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How the slash of a skate severed a nose, altered a life
1 Nov 2009 | 12:47 pmOn Feb. 9, 2008, veteran NHL linesman Pat Dapuzzo suffered career-ending and life-altering injuries when he was accidentally struck in the face by the skate blade of Flyers forward Steve Downie during a game in Philadelphia against the New York Rangers. The damage to Dapuzzo’s face and head was far more serious than simply cosmetic. In his own words, as told to writer Christopher Botta of FanHouse.com, the 50-year-old Dapuzzo recounts his memories of the incident, the countless surgeries, the deep depression, the support of the NHL community and his determination to live a normal life… -
Hall of Fame referee Bill Chadwick dies at age 94
25 Oct 2009 | 12:46 amBill Chadwick, the longtime NHL referee and television analyst who earned the nickname "The Big Whistle" has died at age 94. His death was announced by son Bill and confirmed by John Halligan, a family friend and hockey historian. Chadwick had been in declining health for a number of years and died while in hospice care. MSG Network, for whom Chadwick served as an analyst for 14 years, reported his death during the second period of the New York Rangers' game in Montreal on Saturday night. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1964, Chadwick is the man who first used hand signals to make… -
Erie native Kaval to officiate 2010 World Junior hockey tournament
23 Oct 2009 | 10:54 amErie native Keith Kaval, an on-ice official in the AHL, ECHL and most recently the OHL, has been selected to officiate in the 2010 IIHF World Junior Championship Dec. 26 through Jan. 5 in Saskatoon and Regina, Saskatchewan. Kaval has worked three previous international competitions. He officiated in the IIHF World Under-18 Championship's IA Division in Torum, Poland, in April 2008; the Four Nations Cup in Lake Placid, N.Y., in November 2008; and the IIHF World Under-18 Championship in Fargo, N.D., this past April. Original Article -
CHL On-Ice Officials Introduced
23 Oct 2009 | 10:53 amThe Central Hockey League (CHL) announced today the gentlemen that will serve as the league's full-time on-ice officials for the 2009-10 season. Of the 14 full-time referees and linesmen, eight are new to the CHL this season. The new faces are referees Dan Dreger, Justin Greene, Ryan Hersey and Jon McIssac and linesmen John Grandt, Bill McGoldrick, Cory Piche and Jon Shaw. Returning full-time officials include referees Kevin Graber and Tom Steinel and linesmen Jordan Crowell, Benjamin Dupuis, Chris Petrin and Pat Smith. "We are excited about the young men we have in the fold this season as… -
Refs divided on Warren case
18 Oct 2009 | 12:10 pmTwo senior National Hockey League referees are divided on whether Dean Warren should have been fired by the league."I'll be frank: he was horse shit," said Paul Devorski, a 21-year referee who regularly works Stanley Cup Finals."Dean Warren is a good ref," countered 30-year veteran Kerry Fraser, who has to a certain extent fallen out of favour with the NHL, having not been assigned a playoff game in several seasons.Warren was fired by the NHL last year, and after an unsuccessful appeal through the NHL Officials' Association has taken his cause to the Ontario Labour Relations Board. In…
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Penguins more than measuring stick for Thrashers
20 Nov 2009 | 1:51 pmThe Thrashers will get an indication of how far they’ve come as a hockey team Saturday. The defending Stanley Cup champion can be a pretty good measuring stick. -
Anderson's system still a work in progress
19 Nov 2009 | 8:07 pmIt took the Thrashers most of last season to adjust to coach John Anderson ’s system. While Anderson admits the team still isn’t “firing on all cylinders," the Thrashers are off to a much better start this season and are 10-6-2 after Thursday's shootout loss to Boston. -
Thrashers' win streak snapped in shootout loss
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Pavelec to start Thursday, Hedberg to start Saturday
18 Nov 2009 | 3:26 pmAs the Thrashers continue to use their two-goalie rotation of late, Ondrej Pavelec will start Thursday against Boston, and Johan Hedberg is scheduled to start Saturday against Pittsburgh. -
The Art of the Faceoff
18 Nov 2009 | 1:17 pmThe faceoff. It’s hockey’s version of the jump ball -- yet it can happen 70 times a game.
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The Steel City Sports Fan (Penguins Edition)
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Off-Day Notes
20 Nov 2009 | 2:38 pmCrosby did not participate in practice today (a "maintenance" day for him)honestly, I'm not surprised by this (and wouldn't be surprised if he's injured) as my husband and I were talking during last night's game that he hasn't been playing "like Sid / himself" and that he may be hurt and with all the injuries on the team, he may just be playing through itBrooks Orpik left practice early; he had a cut that needed stitches, but is OKNate Guenin was re-assigned back to the baby Pens -
20 Nov 2009 | 3:05 am
20 Nov 2009 | 3:05 amPens(14-8-0, 28 points) Pens - 2, Sens - 6 Ottawa Senators webpageRECAP (11/19/2009)The IntelligencerSens goals don't impess Bylsma (11/20/2009)National PostPhillips waits 800 games for double (11/20/2009)cbc.caSenators sock it to Penguins (11/20/2009)The Globe and MailSenators pick apart Penguins in third period (11/20/2009)Senators roll past Penguins (11/19/2009)Ottawa CitizenSens soar over flightless Penguins (11/19/2009)Game file: Senators vs. Penguins (11/19/2009)Senators' Kovalev to leave for Russia after game agains Pens (11/19/2009)Faceoff.comSenators pick apart Penguins in third… -
PENGUINS PLAYLIST -- Kris Letang
20 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am(these playlists also appear as a widget on the right-hand side of this blog)!!Tangers enjoys pretty heavy music for seemingly such a soft-spoken guy!SONG / ARTIST:Wherever I May Roam -- MetallicaSad But True -- MetallicaAround the World -- Red Hot Chili PeppersFor Whom the Bell Tolls -- MetallicaWelcome Home (Sanitarium) -- MetallicaFreak On a Leash -- KornFalling Away from Me -- KornWhat I'm hoping to do eventually is find a widget that I can just load the songs of each player on my blog, so check back soon (I remember seeing / using one before, it's just a matter of finding it again!)!!I… -
Talbot and Gonchar BOTH Return!!!!
19 Nov 2009 | 10:33 amThe Penguins recalled defenseman Chris Lee (Penguins are reporting that Mark Eaton left practice early yesterday and did not participate this morning due to back spasms and will be a gametime decision after warmups) - if Eaton is out, that would mean ALL SIX of their starting defenseman are out - WOW!! AND (for some GOOD news!) ...both Talbot and Gonchar will be in tonight's lineup against the Ottawa Senators -- YEESSSSSSSSS!!!It IS official!! -
Pre-Game Notes (Pittsburgh VS Ottawa)
19 Nov 2009 | 6:50 amGONCHARAll over the internet / news yesterday, people were reporting that it's likely that Gonchar will be returning to the lineup tonight against Ottawa (also making it sound more probable then Talbot); I have yet to see anything about this on the Penguins webpage - even a mention. The only thing I have seen is HC Bylsma reporting his hope that either Gonchar or Orpik would be in tonight's lineup, so take it for what it's worth (I would think Gonchar would be more likely than Orpik for a return since Orpik just returned to practice yesterday) - even so, there haven't been any headlines on…
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Tenders Lounge
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50th Anniversary of the Goalie Mask: A Celebration of Goalie Artwork
1 Nov 2009 | 9:32 pmNovember 1st marks the 50th anniversary of the first time a goalie, Jacques Plante, wore a mask in an NHL game. Not quite the same as Willie O’Ree breaking the NHL’s color barrier, or even the addition of the forward pass – a rule cursed by goalies ever since – but a landmark event in [...] -
Bernie Parent Talks About His “New” Mask
27 Oct 2009 | 9:39 amBernie Parent just launched an authorized version of his famous mask and took time to talk to TendersLounge about masks, Ray Emery and Pearl Jam. Parent’s mask is iconic for its simplicity and he is now offering an exact replica of the mask he wore for the Flyers’ first Stanley Cup to his fans. Why [...] -
Only 80 Games Remaining; It’s Time to Panic
6 Oct 2009 | 10:28 amThe sky is falling in Toronto and Vancouver, and things are not much better in the rest of Canada for that matter. The fans in Toronto are clamouring for coach Ron Wilson to make Swedish rookie Jonas Gustavsson the starter after two lackluster performances by Vesa Toskala. In Vancouver the Stanley Cup parade plans have [...] -
Top Ten Goalie Questions for 2009-10 Season
1 Oct 2009 | 11:24 pm10. Is Craig Anderson ready for prime time? He showed he could be the go-to guy when Tomas Vokun was hurt last year in Florida and now he gets the chance to prove it in Colorado. But Peter Budaj is ready to show he can still be the guy if Anderson falters. 9. Who’s the real [...] -
Canucks Go Long with Luongo
4 Sep 2009 | 6:56 pmMaintaining a blog while working long hours at a funded internet startup is difficult; trying to do so with a new baby at home is close to impossible. You may have noticed (I know some of you have because you’ve made me aware of it) little activity recently on TendersLounge, but today I am obligated [...]
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See You Later, Dater
20 Nov 2009 | 1:54 pmAdrian Dater, the Avs beat writer for the Denver Post, has deleted his Twitter account. In his blog post titled “So long Twitter“, Dater attributes his departure mostly to the controversy surrounding his tweet about the alleged shouting match involving Flames defenseman Dion Phaneuf and another member of the team. The information in the [...] -
The Avs Third Jersey is Here
12 Nov 2009 | 8:56 pmYes, I realize this is old news thanks to some pretty accurate leaks. However, now that the Avalanche have an *official* third jersey, I’d like to offer my opinion. This is a pretty poor excuse for a jersey. It recycles many current and past elements and offers nothing new or notable. The color scheme is just [...] -
Tyler Arnason – A Look Back
10 Nov 2009 | 11:43 amRemember Tyler Arnason? Of course you do. As forgettable a hockey player as he was here in Colorado, that’s exactly what made him so unforgettable. He was a slow, ineffective, and seemingly indifferent player that put up modest numbers at best. He was the butt of many jokes and stood out as the worst player [...] -
Record Setting Attendance
5 Nov 2009 | 10:22 amHow bout them Avs? They set yet another record for attendance last night against the Coyotes. Their 11012 butts in the seats is the worst showing ever for the team. Many of you may wonder how this could happen with the Avs being the best team in the Western Conference. Yes, the economy can be [...] -
News and Notes for 11/4
4 Nov 2009 | 7:51 am- Peter Budaj is all better, and will start tonight against Phoenix. Adrian Dater of the Denver Post also reports that McLeod will play too. - After the Vancouver/Colorado game at GM Place on November 1, a little fight broke out and an Avs fan got a little stabby. Puck Daddy reminds us that hockey is [...]
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I Bleed Black 'n Gold
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No More Malkin...For 2-3 Weeks
29 Oct 2009 | 12:35 pmYou have to take the good with the bad sometimes and in the case of last nights 6-1 win over the Habs, Crosby's hat trick comes with a heavy price, Malkin is out for 2-3 weeks with a shoulder injury. For the full story check out the Pens site.With all the injuries and Tyler Kennedy and Chris Kunitz not attending practice, we'll have a chance to see some of the depth within the system shine. -
Top Ten Pens Related Costumes
29 Oct 2009 | 4:03 amThe Pens are playing some great hockey coming off the Stanley Cup win. What better way to commemorate the best team in the NHL than dressing up as one of your favorites for Halloween?Over the past 42 years of the Penguins existence, we have welcomed countless great characters to our charished system. Some gruesome, some handsome, some..uhhh...unique and some flat out nasty! In the tradition of All Hallows' Eve, we decided to piece together a list of the top ten Penguins-related Halloween costumes.Without further adieu...here you have it:10. Mike Lang9. The Jazz Man8. Brooks Orpik7. Frank… -
How to Add a Pens Logo To Twitter
13 Oct 2009 | 10:51 amSo you want to show your Pens fandom to the entire Twitterverse?Adding a team logo to your Twitter avatar only takes a couple of minutes. The steps below detail how to add a Pens logo to your Twitter profile picture.1. Locate the image you would like to apply the logo to.If you would like to use your existing Twitter avatar, follow these steps:Head over to http://twitter.comLogin to your account and select the 'profile' linkRight-click on your avatar on the page and select 'save image as' 2. Download one of the avatar logo images below.Right-click the image of your choice and select 'save… -
Heinous Hartnell
9 Oct 2009 | 8:28 amLast night the Pens met the Flyers for the first of many great hockey games to come. It's too bad Philly plays like dirtballs when they are losing because the game was high scoring and action packed for three full periods.The Pens looked great right from the first puck drop. Crosby won 88% of face offs, they were connecting passes on every line, and Fedotenko put the pressure on in front of the Flyers net that led to them scoring on their own goal. The only problem the Pens had throughout the evening, again, was penalties.The real story happened with a second left in the third period when… -
Pens HD Radio: So Far So Good
7 Oct 2009 | 8:11 amSince launching 10/1, 105.9 HD2 has been live and streaming Pens content all day everyday. So far the station is greatly surpassing my expectations.Prior to going up, one could have easily imagined that this was just going to be an advertising centric channel with useless information to lure listeners in. As an avid listener of sports talk radio, I have to admit that I didn't think it would be all that great. To my surprise, the content is pretty good. As a fan, you are always eager to listen and learn news, stories, information and insight into your team. I should have known the Pens…
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NY Islanders 7th Woman
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Good Morning St. Paul!
20 Nov 2009 | 4:42 amThe Islanders wake up this morning in St. Paul for the first of three games in four nights in three cities. Not an easy schedule, but one the young team doesn't seem to have a problem keeping.It's a mini-holidy home-coming for Minnesota native Kyle Okposo as he will be swamped by family and friends. But the party won't last long as they head out for St. Louis immediately after.On Tuesday, I caught up to Bruno Gervais and veteran NHLer Jon Sim to ask if these condensed road trips are a problem. Check it out on HockeyBuzz. Puck drop tonight at 8 pm, pre-game I am assuming is 7:30 pm. Join us on… -
Matt & Frans Meet the Fans & Fend off Offers
19 Nov 2009 | 6:30 pmIt was the longest line I had seen for a signing at the mall. I actually couldn’t see the end of it. I was in awe. There were Islanders reps trying to manage the line and keep count. They knew it was going to be difficult, and sadly, not everyone would be able to get an autograph. This was a one hour signing window and people had started to line up at 4 pm for the 6:30 start. Yeah. We don’t have any fans. Right.I recognized some familiar faces in the line, made small talk and went in the store to annoy, interview Matt Moulson for a few minutes. My interview mission got sidetracked by the… -
Newsday Falls Flat on Islanders "Slippery Surface"!
19 Nov 2009 | 3:46 amOnce again, I have to stop writing about what I should be writing about (Yesterday's Team Store Meet & Greet) in order to vent about an article in this morning's paper. Please excuse the possible profanity laced rant as well as the grammatical errors.I am not quite sure if James Bernstein (james.bernstein@newsday.com) wrote the article on the LI Business page, as his is the only by-line on the page, but there are three features on pg A44. All I know is that while it may be accurate in it's regurgitation of the recent Forbes "Business of Hockey" report, it failed dismally to explore the… -
Talk-Talk: Playoffs & Little Niki
18 Nov 2009 | 4:12 amWhoa! What's going on here? My Google alerts has article after article with nothing but GOOD things to say about the NY Islanders? How did that happen?I'll tell you how it happened... Hard Work and misfortune that made them good.As Billy Jaffe said on NHL Live a few weeks ago, sometimes a team has to get really, really BAD before they can get good. Well, last season, through a series of bad luck and injuries, the Islanders were bad enough to be last. The prize in that Cracker Jack box was JT. And what a prize he is turning out to be. How many times have the NY Islanders had players on the… -
WHO ARE THESE GUYS? Isles 4 - Bruins 1
17 Nov 2009 | 3:58 amWhen Scott Gordon said he only wanted to be "okay" on the road, did he really see this coming? The Islanders currently have 23 points and sit at 7th place, until more games are played today, of course. But STILL! That's the same number of points at the NY Rangers. Ahem, ahem.The team that lost a handful in a row and had many of us, myself included, chanting "Taylor Hall" is now making us all question "Playoffs?" It went so far as hearing that questioned possibility on the Bill Watters show yesterday on AM640 Toronto. Don't you just LOVE when our NY Islanders shock the pants off the pundits? I…
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Macleans Interviews Gary Bettman
18 Nov 2009 | 11:52 amIn 16 years as NHL commissioner, Gary Bettman has shaped pro hockey in numerous ways-U.S. expansion, two lockouts, rule changes, the salary cap, the participation of NHL players in the Olympics. The past year, however, counts among the most troubled of his tenure. The league's tug-of-war with billionaire Jim Balsillie for control of the Phoenix Coyotes put Bettman at odds with many fans, highligh4 Vote(s) -
Top 10 NHL Goals For November 17, 2009
18 Nov 2009 | 6:29 amHere are the top 10 goals from around the NHL for the week of November 8 - 14, 2009.4 Vote(s) -
Top 10 NHL Hits Of The Week For November 17, 2009
18 Nov 2009 | 6:28 amHere are the top 10 hits from around the NHL for the week of November 8 - 14, 2009.4 Vote(s) -
Brendan Shanahan Retires From The NHL
17 Nov 2009 | 12:23 pmBrendan Shanahan, who scored big on and off the ice during his 21 NHL seasons, Tuesday announced his retirement. Shanahan leaves the game with 656 goals and 1,354 points in 1,524 games. He's 11th all-time in goals and 23rd in points. He's also the only player in NHL history with at least 600 goals and 2,000 penalty minutes.4 Vote(s) -
Bettman Meets With Glendale Officials
17 Nov 2009 | 7:29 amNHL commissioner Gary Bettman met with city officials on Monday to discuss the process of keeping the Phoenix Coyotes in Glendale, Ariz. "We weren't in town to negotiate with the City of Glendale," Bettman said before the Coyotes' game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. "It was a session where we updated them on the process of finding a new owner." Neither Bettman nor a spokesman for the city4 Vote(s)
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On the Forecheck
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A call for nominations: Nashville Predators MVP, 1st Quarter
20 Nov 2009 | 12:17 pmMore photos » by Frederick Breedon - AP The Nashville Predators have relied upon contributions from several players this season, but which ones deserve to be nominated as the team's MVP for the first quarter? Browse more photos » Over the course of the weekend, the Nashville Predators will hit the quarter-pole of this 2009-10 NHL regular season, which makes a fine point to consider which players have stood out from the rest in carrying the team to its 11-8-1 record. On Monday, I'll open a poll so that the collected readers here at OtF can make just such a selection, but in order… -
Reminder: Support the "Not Alone" program at Monday's Predators/Red Wings game
20 Nov 2009 | 11:18 amI wanted to post a reminder this afternoon about the special fundraiser that the Nashville Predators are supporting, the "Not Alone" program which helps soldiers and their families deal with the effects of combat stress as they return home from service abroad. Mike Jones from Not Alone was interviewed earlier this week on the Thom Abraham Show to talk about the program and its background. You can listen to the interview here. For $75 (updated), you get a lower-bowl center seat for Monday's big game against the Detroit Red Wings and a t-shirt, with the proceeds going to Not Alone. If you can't… -
Friday's notes: Reaction to the Preds win over New Jersey, and more "intent to blow"
20 Nov 2009 | 7:57 amMore photos » by Mark Humphrey - AP As one fan shouted recently from the stands at a Predators game, "Let's go Marty, it's time to party!" Browse more photos » Beating elite teams from each conference does wonders for your confidence, and the stream of activity in Nashville Predators blogging circles shows just that. After the jump, we've got a host of recaps from the Devils win, a 2-part look at the long-term trend in Nashville under David Poile and Barry Trotz, and another "intent to blow" ruling that denied a goal in last night's Toronto-Carolina game... Predators News They Are… -
Martin Erat's shootout goal gives Nashville 3-2 win over New Jersey
19 Nov 2009 | 8:46 pmMore photos » by Mark Humphrey - AP about 19 hours ago: Nashville Predators right wing Martin Erat (10), of the Czech Republic, scores on New Jersey Devils goalie Martin Brodeur (30) in the shootout of the Panthers' 3-2 win in an NHL hockey game in Nashville, Tenn., Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey) Browse more photos » Having come under heavy criticism for a lack of offensive production, Nashville Predators winger Martin Erat picked a fine time to score his first critical goal of the season, a shootout winner over Martin Brodeur that lifted the Preds to… -
Predators Game Thread #20: New Jersey @ Nashville
19 Nov 2009 | 4:30 pmDate: November 19, 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Time: 7:00 PM Arena: Sommet Center TV: FS-TN SBN Affiliate: In Lou We Trust Radio: 104.5 FM Season Series 0-0-0 Can Nashville's best cast out the Devils tonight? Read up on your Game Day Preview, and join us in the comments below. Remember, if you're at the game, mobile commenting is available on most cell phone platforms...
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THZTV #33: The Art of the Grinder
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THZTV #32: Who will stay hot: Avs, Sabres or Kings?
Adrian and I take no prisoners talking about the Avs, Kings and Sabres. We discuss which teams will continue their good play and which teams will falter and why. If you think Chris and/or Ade are drinking to much Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens "kool aid", let them know how you feel! -
THZTV #31 - Rookie Faceoff: Tavares vs Del Zotto
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THZTV #30 - Who are the most annoying fans in the NHL?
Adrian and I stir the pot this week. We throw daggers at the fans we think are the most annoying in the NHL. If you are one of those fans, don't back down, stand up for your team! -
Habs Weekly Mashup - Week 1
Hosted by THZTV's co-host and former pro hockey player Chris Nadeau, “Habs Weekly Mashup” covers all the Habs weekly happenings. Also, each episode Chris will select his 3 stars from each week. Habs fans, you can agree or let Chris know what you think. Heck, maybe some other fans will drop by with their thoughts as well.
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2010 Olympic Hockey Preview: Sweden
14 Nov 2009 | 10:22 am2006 finish in Torino Games: 1st; Gold medalists Top 15 Projected Roster Selections for Vancouver in February 1. N. Lidstrom - D, Detroit 2. H. Zetterberg - C, Detroit 3. H. Lundqvist - G, New York (R) 4. D. Alfredsson - RW, Ottawa 5. N. Backstrom - C, Washington 6. D. Sedin - LW, Vancouver 7. H. Sedin - C, Vancouver 8. M. Ohlund - D, Tampa Bay 9. J. Franzen - RW, Detroit 10. M. Samuelsson - RW, Vancouver 11. N. Kronwall - D, Detroit 12. T. Holmstrom - RW, Detroit 13. V. Hedman - D, Tampa Bay 14. P.J. Axelsson - LW, Frolunda 15. N. Havelid - D, Linkopings Status uncertain: M. Sundin, P. -
HOF “Class of ‘09″ begins with “Class”
9 Nov 2009 | 3:28 pmFour players, each of whom’s NHL career spanned three decades, will deservedly take a place alongside the game’s immortals in Toronto this week: Steve Yzerman, Luc Robitaille, Brett Hull, and Brian Leetch. Each man left his name on Lord Stanley’s Cup and authored countless indelible memories for hockey fans from L.A. to New York. Additionally, the game of hockey could not ask for four more honorable or classy gentlemen as community ambassadors. The following are my top memories of each legend: Leetch : Simply put, Leetch must be counted among the top four skating defensemen… -
THE FINAL COUNTDOWN! Game 7…
12 Jun 2009 | 4:36 pmThis is drama, this is life, this is hockey: Game 7. I’ve gained such an appreciation for Detroit’s Swedes over the past few seasons. Nick Lidstrom plays one of the toughest positions in sports so effortlessly, and Henrik Zetterberg conjures memories of my favorite player ever, and perhaps his very own boyhood idol, Peter Forsberg (sorry Wings fans, but he was THE best and you know that’s why you loved to hate him!). In Sweden, there is one way to play hockey: completely. Accountable on both ends of the ice, to your team, to yourself. The reigning gold medalists and Cup… -
Good Morning, Stockholm!
30 Apr 2009 | 7:19 amThe reigning Stanley Cup Champion Detriot Red Wings are on a collision course with the Vancouver Canucks in the NHL’s Western Conference. This should come as no surprise to fans of international hockey. Team Sweden runs the most effective system in the entire world of hockey. Predicated on puck possession, speed, and defensive discipline, “Tre Kronor” perfected their style of play in the early 1970’s while competing against the dominant Soviet Red Army empire. Even today, Sweden remains a force on the international scene having won the most recent Olympic gold at… -
Thin Air and Seeing Red: 2009 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview
26 Mar 2009 | 7:20 amHere are two ‘out of the box’ theories on playoff hockey to consider this spring: Historically, thin air in cities with high altitudes (Calgary, Denver) gives the home team a competitive advantage in a 7 game series. You might think this is a pile of bull, but here’s a quick story. A friend of mine played NCAA hockey in the East, and one season he went to Colorado Springs for a road game at Air Force. The teams were equally conditioned and talented, and played tight first and second periods. Though the third period began with a tie score, the boys from the East were…
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Headshots, Injuries and a Possible Solution
16 Nov 2009 | 6:00 amVery early in the 2009-2010 NHL season we have already experienced more controversy about head shots, more injuries to star players, and with that comes more speculation about what the league can do in order to protect players without sacrificing the excitement of the game. The league’s players are getting bigger, stronger and faster at an astounding rate. With that, we look at the general principles of physics which says that Force equals Mass X Acceleration (F=ma). Update: From Kevin in the comments F=MA is the amount of force required to get an object moving, once the object is moving it… -
Was Branch too Harsh on Liambis?
5 Nov 2009 | 8:18 amI think public opinion is pretty one-sided against the punishment handed down to Erie player Michael Liambas. In fact, I have not seen anyone in favor of Branch’s punishment. I’m going to take the opposite side of this argument. This penalty to Liambas was harsh, sure, but it was appropriate. It was a new benchmark for reckless play. Fanelli literally got his head crushed. That CANNOT be met with shrugs and the classic “that’s good, hard hockey” mentality. No, there has to be more discussion than this. There has to be something. For those who have not seen it,… -
Easton S19 Hockey Stick
1 Nov 2009 | 4:00 amEaston S19 Hockey Stick After using the new Easton S19 stick for a couple of weeks, I have come to the conclusion that it is much improved from the previous Easton S17 stick and definitely deserves some attention from those who may have dismissed Easton and the new S19 after troubles they may have had with the S17. Improved: S19 vs. S17 One of the main issues that many players reported with the Easton S17 stick was the fact that the stick did not perform as indicated by the flex pattern. That is to say that a 100 Flex played more like an 85 Flex. And, those of you who play a lot of hockey… -
Bauer 4 Roll Hockey Gloves
27 Oct 2009 | 4:00 amThe following is a guest equipment review written by Mark Russo. The saying “What once was old is new again” certainly applies to the hockey glove category these days. While styles of gloves in recent years have moved to more ergonomic and streamlined looks, there has also been a movement among hockey purists to return to the basic, old-school designs that many of us grew up using, while still providing some of the enhanced safety built into the newer styles. Bauer (formerly Nike-Bauer Hockey) first introduced their version of the classic 4 roll glove in 2008, and their newest version in… -
Mike Richards Hits David Booth
25 Oct 2009 | 8:29 amLast night Mike Richards of the Philadelphia Flyers leveled an unsuspecting David Booth with a shoulder to the head and knocked Booth out. In my opinion the hit was not a charge and certainly was not elbowing. Richards squared up and led with his shoulder and followed through on a hit to Booth, who had just made a drop pass. Booth wasn’t looking and Richards made him pay. This is a prime example of the need to keep your head up and not admire your pass. Yes, Richards hit Booth in the head with his shoulder. Now, was it intentional? I would say no. However, intentional or not, the NHL…
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Weekly Goalie Outlook for November 16th to November 22nd (Week 7)
16 Nov 2009 | 2:51 pmHere is a look at each team’s goaltending situation heading into week 7 of the fantasy season (November 16th - November 22nd). Atlantic Division Team Goaltenders Opponents Advice New Jersey Devils 1. Brodeur 2. Danis @Philadelphia, @Nashville, @Dallas Safe to Start. The Devils are playing fantastic right now. No reason to change anything here. New York Islanders 1. Roloson 1a. Biron @Boston, @Minnesota, @St. Louis Use Caution. The Isles play all three games away from home this week but they have been a bit better of late. Due to the platooning situation, though, it’s tough to say… -
“Hired Guns” for November: Shots On Goal
11 Nov 2009 | 3:06 pmFantasy hockey is dynamic in the sense that you have to adjust your drafting and acquisition strategies based on the statistical categories that your league has. There are certain managers that try and test the skills of those in their leagues by adding in categories that aren’t found in standard fantasy hockey formats. For those fantasy hockey managers who are leagues that have some specialty categories, there are players hanging out on the waiver wire that could be of some use to you. This article looks at the category of shots on goal and who in the league could offer you the most bang… -
Weekly Goalie Outlook for November 9th to November 15th (Week 6)
9 Nov 2009 | 7:18 pmHere is a look at each team’s goaltending situation heading into week 6 of the fantasy season (November 9th - November 15th). Atlantic Division Team Goaltenders Opponents Advice New Jersey Devils 1. Brodeur 2. Danis Anaheim, @Pittsburgh, Washington Safe to Start. Brodie is on a tear right now. Don’t even think about benching him even with the 2 tough games to close out the week. New York Islanders 1. Roloson 1a. Biron Edmonton, @Buffalo, @New Jersey, Atlanta Safe to Start. Despite an up and down week 5, consider playing Roloson or Biron in the final two games of the week. They… -
Weekly Goalie Outlook for November 2nd to November 8th (Week 5)
2 Nov 2009 | 2:33 pmHere is a look at each team’s goaltending situation heading into week 5 of the fantasy season (November 2nd - November 8th). Atlantic Division Team Goaltenders Opponents Advice New Jersey Devils 1. Brodeur 2. Danis Washington, New York Islanders, @Ottawa Safe to Start. Yann Danis was able to sneak on ice and grab a win last week. That should have given Brodie enough rest to take the next 6 or 7 games. Look for him all this week, and if you’re looking for a high percentage win opportunity, consider the games against New York and Ottawa New York Islanders 1. Roloson 1a. Biron… -
“Hired Guns” for November: Face-Offs
1 Nov 2009 | 10:52 amFantasy hockey is dynamic in the sense that you have to adjust your drafting and acquisition strategies based on the statistical categories that your league has. There are certain managers that try and test the skills of those in their leagues by adding in categories that aren’t found in standard fantasy hockey formats. For those fantasy hockey managers who are leagues that have some specialty categories, there are players hanging out on the waiver wire that could be of some use to you. This article looks at the category of face-off wins and who in the league could offer you the most bang…
