0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/28/2015
As a hockey player, you are asked to be cerebral and to use your good hockey sense to your advantage. Tyler Myers on the other hand probably wasn’t anticipating having to use his head – twice – to preserve a shutout. A slower look: The utter intestinal fortitude it takes to do what he did […]
0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/26/2015
A 4-2 win against team Canada would often be time for celebration but for Alex DeBrincat his time in the game was mostly spent in a locker room for this spear on first round pick of the Philadelphia Flyers, Travis Konecny. DeBrincat, who is projected to be a first-round pick next summer, made one of […]
0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/24/2015
Playing in the NHL is about making a difference, whether it is on the ice or off the ice. Whether or not athletes want to be role models isn’t a choice they get to make. In the case of the Bruins and Canadiens, we get a taste of some of their exploits off the ice […]
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Many of you have extremely strong opinions of P.K. Subban, the hockey player. While I could debate for hours about why he is one of the best in the league, I am here for a different reason. I am here to share with you the tale of P.K. Subban, the humanitarian. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPGLy-Jv0lI&feature=youtu.be If you didn’t […]
at Pepsi Center on October 8, 2015 in Denver, Colorado.
0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/22/2015
Recently it was announced by the Minnesota Wild that they signed defenseman Jared Spurgeon to a four year deal worth $20.75 million. The undersized player is the unsung hero of the Wild as he has played most of his time this year with Ryan Suter, the big ticket signing from a few years ago. So, what […]
0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/20/2015
The Red Wings AHL affiliate has been known as a breeding ground as a place for young players to develop into fantastic NHL stars. In this case, they are showing that they may have a little more up their sleeve.
PHILADELPHIA, PA – APRIL 06: Steve Mason #35 of the Philadelphia Flyers plays the puck in the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at Wells Fargo Center on April 6, 2014 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Buffalo Sabres 5-2. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/18/2015
res·ur·rec·tion (rĕz′ə-rĕk′shən) noun 1.The condition of having been restored to life. In recent memory, the NHL has had some amazing rookies but it’s difficult to remember a goalie coming on the scene like Steve Mason did in the 2008-09 season for the Columbus Blue Jackets. At 20 years of age, he nearly single-handedly took one of the […]
0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/17/2015
As the NHL moves into its second year of “Road to the Winter Classic” with Epix, not a lot has changed from the first year. The NHL used to have a 24/7 series on HBO that was loved by fans and writers alike. Many last year turned their nose to this product but that doesn’t […]
0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/16/2015
Intermission usually delivers either a fun mini-game between children or a silly contest for a fan. This minor league game provided the former … but this was a mites game which was certainly different from the rest as a massive line brawl broke out. A couple of awesome notes. First, the mascot picking up a […]
CALGARY, AB – JANUARY 22: Mike Smith #41 of the Phoenix Coyotes makes a save against the Calgary Flames during an NHL game at Scotiabank Saddledome on January 22, 2014 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The Flames defeated the Coyotes 3-2. (Photo by Derek Leung/Getty Images)
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Recently it was announced that Mike Smith has a core muscle injury and would miss 8-10 weeks after having surgery. Smith is one of the more perplexing players in the NHL, due to his pedigree and the perception he has around the NHL. You can see the year which resulted in the Coyotes putting the investment into him. That […]
OTTAWA, ON – NOVEMBER 14: Jarret Stoll #26 of the New York Rangers talks to a team mate prior to a face off against the Ottawa Senators during an NHL game at Canadian Tire Centre on November 14, 2015 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Jana Chytilova/Freestyle Photography/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jarret Stoll
0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/15/2015
Today it was announced that Jarret Stoll was claimed off waivers by the Minnesota Wild. The New York Rangers placed him on waivers so they could call up defensemen Brady Skjei, a young promising defenseman. The claim is interesting because apparently a couple of teams put in claims for the veteran center. This begs the […]
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For whatever reason, people enjoy painting Evander Kane in a negatived light. Recently, Kane was able to make one young girl’s day, reminding fans that there’s a lot more to life than just what happens out on the ice. The current hashtag #FightForKylee is in support of this young woman and to raise awareness for her fight against […]
0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/14/2015
The Detroit Red Wings have long been held as the gold standard in the NHL for their asset management and drafting ability. It looks like they may have found a hidden gem in Adam Marsh of the St. John Sea Dogs of the QMJHL, as evidenced by this goal. What a sublime celebration from Marsh. […]
NASHVILLE, TN – DECEMBER 05: Justin Faulk #27 of the Carolina Hurricanes opens the scoring at 23 seconds of the first period against the Nashville Predators at the Bridgestone Arena on December 5, 2013 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
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It may be tough to be a Hurricane’s fan being in the warm confines of the Carolinas and having a team that hasn’t been competitive as of late. Justin Faulk is giving Canes fans something to cheer about though. The record is made all the more impressive by the fact that this record isn’t just […]
TORONTO, ON – FEBRUARY 8: The current Toronto Maple Leafs team take in a ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Leafs 64′ Stancley Cup before action between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Vancouver Canucks during NHL action at the Air Canada Centre February 8, 2013 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Abelimages/Getty Images)
0 comments by Sam Blazer on 12/13/2015
Today it was announced by SportsLogos.net that the Toronto Maple Leafs would be getting a new logo for the first time in over 45 years. This announcement comes just in time for the 100th anniversary of the franchise. Many traditionalists may scoff at the idea of a new logo especially since the Leafs are one of the most […]
