0 comments by David Rogers on 12/14/2012
You might recall at the end of October when President Obama commented on the NHL lockout during an interview with Jay Leno. His statement was simple: The two sides only make money because of fan support. The two sides should be able to "figure this out". Now, almost two months later, Obama is again offering […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 12/10/2012
Happy Holidays, NHL fans! What better way to celebrate the Holiday season than by watching two greedy groups of people squabble over how to reach common ground over our favorite sport? Darren Dreger
0 comments by David Rogers on 12/7/2012
If you're not familiar with The Iron Sheik, here's what you need to know. He's a mostly retired professional wrestler from Iran that enjoyed big fame in the WWF during the 1980's. Aside from a famous match he had with Hulk Hogan, Sheik was mostly known for his angry outbursts, ones that have continued long […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 12/5/2012
The Teddy Bear Toss is easily one of the best traditions in minor league hockey. The concept is a simple one. Bring a stuffed animal (it doesn't have to be a teddy bear) to the game that has been designated the "Teddy Bear Toss" game. Wait for the home team to score their first goal. […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 12/3/2012
The Phoenix Coyotes will most likely become the Arizona Coyotes at some point in the near future, as seen in a report in the Phoenix New Times. The change, one that's been rumored for quite some time now, doesn't have a set time yet but it's possible the change could take place prior to 2013-14 […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 12/2/2012
Dustin Penner is currently out of work. Like many other hockey players he's also one very bored man. While other hockey players have shifted abroad to continue working in their area of expertise, Penner decided to go in a totally different direction. Meet the newest intern at the Conan show on TBS – Dustin Penner. […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 11/26/2012
Every hockey fan is coping with the lockout in their own way. Some have adopted foreign teams, some have shifted their attention to the AHL or even college hockey, while others have taken up unique hobbies that range from making lockout videos on YouTube to trying to get #FireBettman trending on Twitter. The Flight Network, […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 11/16/2012
Alec Martinez, defenseman for the LA Kings, will require surgery after taking a puck off the face during a game for Finland's TPS Turku. The shot, one that came from the point, struck Martinez as he tried to prevent an opposing forward from positioning himself in the crease. Video of the injury can be seen […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 11/11/2012
Alex Ovechkin has never been afraid to share his opinions. During the course of the current NHL lockout we've seen him comment on the negotiations several times, even threatening to stay in the KHL after the lockout ends. This time Ovechkin took to Twitter, calling NHL owners "clowns" after the league made negative statements to […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 11/6/2012
Wayne Gretzky was an inspiring player to follow each time he took the ice. Most hockey fans probably know that he was also an inspiring person off the ice, with several motivational quotes credited to his name. Gretzky's most iconic quote – "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take" – has been uttered […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 11/5/2012
The NHL and NHLPA are finally having serious discussions. The battle for the PR spotlight has subsided some and it appears that the two sides are intent on actually getting something done now that the Winter Classic has been removed from the schedule. Rumors are now suggesting that though the 2013 Winter Classic has been […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 11/3/2012
It's back to the bargaining table for the NHL and the NHLPA. Fresh off the news that the Winter Classic won't be happening in 2013, the two sides have finally agreed to meet in person for the first time in over two weeks. The two sides have communicated through phone calls and texts but now […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 11/2/2012
The lockout has officially claimed the 2013 Winter Classic. A report filed to ESPN states the event which would have featured the Detroit Red Wings and the Toronto Maple Leafs at the University of Michigan will not be taking place. The prized Winter Classic was one of the NHL's biggest success stories over the last […]
0 comments by David Rogers
Don Cherry loves to offer his opinion to any person willing to listen. When he was prompted on CBC's radio show about how long he thought the lockout would last, Cherry answered that he thinks odds are good that the entire season will be lost. "If I'm betting, I'd say no [NHL season]," stated Cherry, […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 10/31/2012
Gary Bettman won't be handing out any Halloween candy this year. He still hasn't figured out how to unlock his front door. Instead, he'll be taking to the streets to join in on the trick-or-treating. http://youtube.com/watch?v=l3MyE_4r844 "I'm Gary Bettman and I can do whatever I want!" We always imagined Bettman was shorter in real life […]
