0 comments by David Rogers on 3/14/2016
The addition of the coach’s challenge in the NHL has produced mixed results. While the ability to challenge a contested call has helped reverse incorrect decisions, the system has some glaring flaws the NHL needs to address before anyone would label it a success. From the tiny size of the screen/tablet used by the officials […]
SUNRISE, FL – MARCH 7: Shawn Thornton #22 of the Florida Panthers and Adam McQuaid #54 of the Boston Bruins fight during the second period at the BB&T Center on March 7, 2016 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)
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This week’s edition of Hockey Fights of the Week features some names you’re probably pretty used to seeing as well as a couple which might take you by surprise. Kyle Clifford, Tom Wilson and Adam McQuaid are regulars while Filig Forsberg seems a but out of place. 5. Filip Forsberg (NSH) vs Jake Virtanen (VAN) – […]
BOSTON – JANUARY 07: Niklas Hjalmarsson #4 of the Chicago Blackhawks passes the puck with his hand after he collided with Miroslav Satan #81 of the Boston Bruins on January 7, 2010 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
0 comments by David Rogers on 3/13/2016
In the quest to create more offense in the NHL, there have been a variety of proposals placed on the table. Larger nets and smaller goalie equipment appear to be the two most popular concepts, but the league’s general managers are also planning to talk about allowing hand passes in the offensive zone as another […]
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Jaromir Jagr’s training regimens are almost the thing of legend. Stories of him training after games and being given keys to the arena so he can arrive before everyone else to workout are likely a big reason why he’s still so effective in the NHL at age 44. Another secret to his success? Working out […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 3/12/2016
Calgary’s Lance Bouma had a big hit lined up on Phoenix defenseman Zbynek Michalek, but things didn’t go according to plan. Michalek pulled up just short of the Calgary bench, causing Bouma to flip into his own bench and make a rather speedy, unplanned line change. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wUfhneRPmk Bouma is actually pretty lucky he didn’t hurt himself […]
DENVER, CO – NOVEMBER 03: Dennis Wideman #6 of the Calgary Flames skates against the Colorado Avalanche at Pepsi Center on November 3, 2015 in Denver, Colorado. The Avalanche defeated the Flames 6-3. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)
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An independent arbitrator recently ruled that Dennis Wideman’s 20-game suspension for hitting an official should be reduced to 10 games. Wideman had already severed 19 games of his suspension, but the ruling did return a large portion of the salary he was going to forfeit ($282,258 of the $564,516 total) and it did send a […]
NEWARK, NJ – FEBRUARY 09: NHL commisioner Gary Bettman addresses the fans during a ceremony for former New Jersey Devils goaltender Martin Brodeur as his jersey is retired in a ceremony before the game between the New Jersey Devils and the Edmonton Oilers on 9, 2016 at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
0 comments by David Rogers on 3/11/2016
Plenty of players and fans have voiced their criticism over the NHL’s 3-on-3 format in overtime. Recently, Tuukka Rask aired his complaints about 3-on-3 play and back in October Dustin Byfuglien called it a “terrible part of hockey.” What does Gary Bettman think about the critics? He wants them to shut up. That’s a pretty […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 3/10/2016
P.K. Subban was stretchered off during the Canadiens-Sabres game after a bad collision with his own teammate. After falling to his knees, Subban was left in a precarious position as Alexei Emelin skated by, making contact with Subban’s head. Watch as Subban’s neck bends back during the collision. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOP7KuIpfME Things looked pretty bad, but it sounds […]
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau invited Gary Bettman to a state dinner during his visit to the United States, but he probably didn’t expect to be mocked about Canada’s inability to win the Stanley Cup during his trip. That ridicule wasn’t from Bettman, but the honor came from President Obama himself. The Cup currently resides with […]
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Minor league hockey is awesome for countless reasons. Teams in the minors have the ability to run some pretty wild promos and themed nights, which inevitably leads to creative uniforms. The USHL’s Muskegon Lumberjacks will have a Beach Night on March 12th and with it comes some insane uniforms. It’s pretty rare to see a uniform mimic a […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 3/9/2016
NHL officiating is pretty awful. If you need a reminder of that fact, watch this hit from Ryan Reaves on Christian Ehrhoff. This shoulder-to-shoulder hit was ruled a charge which earned a five-minute penalty and a game misconduct for Reaves. At most, this was a two-minute charge but that may have even been harsh. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUxN0893GZU That’s […]
0 comments by David Rogers on 3/8/2016
It’s been a bad week for NHL officials. Mark Fayne recently nailed one in the head with the puck and now Blake Wheeler sent a linesman tumbling when their skates got tangled up. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaZN0No5RnA That’s a pretty bad spill. Both individuals are lucky there wasn’t a more serious injury on the play.
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Goalie masks are awesome. We’ve seen tributes to The Rock, LEGOs and countless other pop culture references. Richard Bachman may not see much playing time in Vancouver, but his goalie mask deserves some praise as he honors The Shining. Another great creation from DaveArt: All work and no play makes Richard a dull boy.
CALGARY, AB – MAY 5: Fans of the Calgary Flames pass around a large flag prior to Game Three against the Anaheim Ducks in the Western Conference Semifinals during the 2015 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Saddledome on May 5, 2015 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Derek Leung/Getty Images)
0 comments by David Rogers on 3/7/2016
There are a few guarantees in life and one of those is that ticket prices to attend sporting events will inevitably rise every season. It’s a fact you come to accept if you purchase season tickets or if you regularly attend games. Regardless of record, you’re going to pay more to go to a game next […]
during the NHL game at Gila River Arena on March 3, 2016 in Glendale, Arizona.
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Once again it’s time to drop the mitts and watch a bunch of hockey players beat each other up. This week we have an outstanding collection of five fights which are some of the best of the season. Playoff races are heating up and so too is the anger on the ice. 5. Micheal Haley (SJ) vs […]
