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MONTREAL, QC – OCTOBER 20: David Backes #42 of the St. Louis Blues skates during the NHL game against the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre on October 20, 2015 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The Montreal Canadiens defeated the St. Louis Blues 3-0. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images)

Trading David Backes would be an “injustice” to Blues players

The St. Louis Blues are one of the teams expected to be buyers at the trade deadline. Thanks to injuries across the roster plaguing some of the club’s best players, the Blues might be in a difficult position when it comes to improving their lineup. Rumors have swirled, but so far no deals have been […]

Video: Chris Chelios boos the fans who are booing him

Think Red Wings and Avalanche fans have forgiven and forgotten the incredible old rivalry between the two clubs? Not a chance. During the introductions of the alumni game between the two teams, fans took every opportunity to boo the players who played the biggest roles in what were some fierce games. What did Brendan Shanahan […]

Blue Jackets pay tribute to Seinfeld with game day poster

The Columbus Blue Jackets have released some incredible game day posters this season, but this one released ahead of their matchup against the New Jersey Devils takes the cake. This tribute to Seinfeld is brilliant and would even make David Puddy proud. Who can forget Puddy’s insane love for the Devils? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftUR6AFTNMA High five! Great scene […]

The San Jose Sharks are giving away Chia Burns

A lot of NHL teams have some pretty special and unique giveaways. None are as special and as amazing as the San Jose Sharks giving away Chia Burns. Remember Chia Pets, the pottery that grows? Now you can try to grow your best beard on a Chia Brent Burns. Via the Sharks promotions page, here’s […]

The 5 best hockey fights from Week 20

Our weekly look at hockey fights is back and this time there’s going to be quite a few familiar names. Antoine Roussel, Cody McLeod, Chris Neil and Zack Kassian all make appearances (two from Roussel) and they’re involved in some great fights.

NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 21: Henrik Lundqvist #30 of the New York Rangers leaves the ice following a victory against the Detroit Red Wings at Madison Square Garden on February 21, 2016 in New York City.The Rangers defeated the Red Wings 1-0 in overtime. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Henrik Lundqvist hopes the NHL will participate in the Olympics

The NHL’s future with the Winter Olympics remains uncertain. Ever since the league announced the return of the World Cup of Hockey, the involvement of NHL skaters in the Olympics appeared to be in jeopardy. The World Cup of Hockey is scheduled to take place between September 17th and October 1st in Toronto and it’s […]

Video: Ryan Reaves ejected for knocking out Matt Tennyson

Ryan Reaves has thrown some huge hits in his career, but this one against Matt Tennyson crossed a line. Reaves crunched Tennyson’s head against the boards, knocking out the Sharks defenseman. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXbGImeqevw Reaves will likely hear from the Department of Player Safety after this one.

COLUMBUS, OH – JANUARY 24: A general view of the NHL logo prior to the 2015 Honda NHL All-Star Skills Competition at the Nationwide Arena on January 24, 2015 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

An anonymous NHL GM had a weird pregnancy analogy for trading top picks

Every season, the NHL trade deadline brings out plenty of the usual statements and analogies from players and general managers. It’s as if the league handed everyone the same script. As teams issue their various statements about their intentions ahead of the deadline, one anonymous general manager made a rather bizarre analogy for trading away […]

Video: IceCaps skater makes amazing diving empty net save

One of the best saves of the season may have taken place in the AHL last night. The St. John’s IceCaps had an empty net against the Binghamton Senators and the game looked to be iced when the Senators fired on the vacated crease. IceCaps forward Bud Holloway did his best Superman impression and made an insane […]

GIF: Brad Marchand tries to kiss Patrick Eaves

Brad Marchand has some slick moves and great hockey talent, but at his core he’s an instigator. Marchand falls into an elite group in the instigating department, rivaling Milan Lucic and a handful of others as the player best capable of getting under an opponent’s skin. Against the Dallas Stars, Marchand tried to mess with […]

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – FEBRUARY 20: Head coach Joel Quenneville of the Chicago Blackhawks speaks with Dennis Rasmussen #70 and Erik Gustafsson #52 during practice day at the 2016 Coors Light Stadium Series on February 20, 2016 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Blackhawks believe they “deserve” to play in outdoor games due to their popularity

The Chicago Blackhawks are pretty familiar with competing in outdoor games. Their Stadium Series game against the Minnesota Wild is their fourth outdoor game and their third in as many seasons. With rumors suggesting the Blackhawks will compete in the 2017 Winter Classic against the St. Louis Blues, some hockey fans are voicing their displeasure […]

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – FEBRUARY 18: Head coach Peter Laviolette yells at an official during the third period of a game against the Boston Bruins at Bridgestone Arena on February 18, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)

Predators “comfortable” not making any trades

The Nashville Predators are a team trying to find their identity as the trade deadline approaches. That statement rings true for many teams around the NHL, but the Predators are publicly discussing their intentions when it comes to make any transactions prior to the cutoff. In summary, the club is more than content to stand […]

Video: Leo Komarov ejected for elbowing Ryan McDonagh in the head

Here’s a nasty hit from the Rangers and Maple Leafs game on Thursday night. Leo Komarov delivered a brutal blow to the head of Ryan McDonagh, picking up a match penalty for his efforts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfyZ15fd8IQ Another look: McDonagh is just returning after missing time with a concussion and it’s safe to assume this hit isn’t going to […]

NASHVILLE, TN – JANUARY 31: John Scott #28 of the Arizona Coyotes looks on during the 2016 Honda NHL All-Star Final Game between the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference at Bridgestone Arena on January 31, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)

The John Scott movie is actually happening

The John Scott saga surrounding the 2016 NHL All-Star Game in Nashville was a truly memorable story. The ordeal to get Scott voted into the game and the following drama which unfolded with his trade, demotion and ultimate success in the game had many drawing parallels to different underdog movies. It turns out that Scott’s story is […]

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