LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 25: Ryan Kesler #17 of the Anaheim Ducks looks on against the Los Angeles Kings at Staples Center on September 25, 2014 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

Ryan Kesler was disappointed with the lack of excitement at the World Cup

Team USA was ousted early in the World Cup of Hockey, but that’s not the only thing Anaheim Ducks forward Ryan Kesler is sour about. Speaking with the O.C. Register, Kesler expressed discontent with the lack of buzz in Toronto for the tournament. “It was weird,” American forward Ryan Kesler said of the tournament’s atmosphere, […]

TORONTO, ON – SEPTEMBER 27: NHL icon Wayne Gretzky attends the unveiling the league’s Centennial celebration plans for 2017 during a press conference at the World Cup of Hockey 2016 at Air Canada Centre on September 27, 2016 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images)

Video: Wayne Gretzky tells the hilarious story of his secret Hall of Fame visit

Wayne Gretzky’s name is littered throughout the NHL record books and his accomplishments are well recorded and praised at the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto. You’d think that after all of the games and records that Gretzky might be tired of the hockey scene and would have no interest visiting the Hall of Fame. […]

CHICAGO, IL – JANUARY 17: Artemi Panarin #72 of the Chicago Blackhawks takes a break during a time-out against the Montreal Canadiens at the United Center on January 17, 2016 in Chicago, Illinois. The Blackhawks defeated the Canadiens 5-2. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Report: Artemi Panarin seeking six-year deal worth over $6 million per season

The Chicago Blackhawks will have to get creative to re-sign Artemi Panarin as his reported asking price may put the club in a tricky financial situation. [link_box id=”22277″ site_id=”17″ layout=”link-box-third” alignment=”alignright”]Panarin is seeking a six-year deal worth more than $6 million annually according to the

NEWARK, NJ – JANUARY 21: Vladimir Sobotka #17 of the St. Louis Blues takes the puck in the first period against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center on January 21, 2014 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Report: Vladimir Sobotka isn’t returning to the Blues, will stay in KHL

Vladimir Sobotka isn’t coming back to the NHL for the 2016-17 season. Reports on the former St. Louis Blues forward pinballed back-and-forth this offseason in regards to a potential return to the league. In late March, “all indications” pointed to Sobotka returning to the Blues from Avangard Omsk of the KHL. In late July, the reports got […]

BOSTON, MA – DECEMBER 13: Brad Marchand #63 of the Boston Bruins falls to the ice after he is called for a penalty against the Ottawa Senators during the first period of an NHL hockey game on December 13, 2014 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The Senators won 3-2 in a shootout. (Photo by Rich Gagnon/Getty Images)

Brad Marchand signs long-term deal with Bruins, but is he worth it?

Brad Marchand is one of the best known pests in the league and has a way of getting under your skin. It doesn’t matter if it is a big hit or a big goal, Marchand will take care of it for you and is obviously a coach’s dream as a result. He will now be […]

TORONTO, ON – SEPTEMBER 20: Dustin Byfuglien #33 and Max Pacioretty #67 of Team USA combine to take down Matt Duchene #9 of Team Canada during the first period during the World Cup of Hockey tournament at the Air Canada Centre on September 20, 2016 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Dustin Byfuglien didn’t enjoy the World Cup of Hockey

As the World Cup of Hockey reaches its conclusion, feedback is pouring in from fans, analysts and players regarding the success of the tournament. Most would agree there were plenty of positives (looking at you, Team North America), but there’s also a lot of room for improvement. [link_box id=”22277″ site_id=”17″ layout=”link-box-third” alignment=”alignright”]Dustin Byfuglien was recently asked […]

DALLAS, TX – JANUARY 15: Mathieu Perreault #85 of the Winnipeg Jets during the first period against the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center on January 15, 2015 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Mathieu Perreault blasts Jacob Trouba’s trade request: “How much more does he want?”

It’s safe to say Mathieu Perreault isn’t a fan of Jacob Trouba’s recent request to be traded from the Winnipeg Jets. [link_box id=”22277″ site_id=”17″ layout=”link-box-third” alignment=”alignright”]Trouba released a statement through his agent on Saturday, asking to be traded from Winnipeg due to his role and the Jets’ strong defense core. The restricted free agent didn’t […]

Sportsnet broadcast throws shade at Team Europe’s style of play

Team Europe has been the forgotten child during the World Cup of Hockey. An amalgamation of countries coming together for the sole purpose of the NHL making some money. No one ever thought they would make it out of the group round, let alone win a game. Naturally, against all odds, they have made the […]

Ilya Bryzgalov compares 2010 Canadian Olympic team to Orcs from The Hobbit

Ilya Bryzgalov has never been one to mince his words. When describing one of the most lopsided victories in the Olympic Games, the Russian quote machine did not disappoint. Speaking with Craig Custance of ESPN.com, the former Philadelphia Flyers goaltender discussed Canada’s 7-3 shellacking of Russia during the quarterfinals of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. […]

PITTSBURGH, PA – MAY 04: Matt Murray #30 of the Pittsburgh Penguins stretches before the game in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Second Round during the 2016 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at Consol Energy Center on May 4, 2016 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)

Matt Murray injured 3-6 weeks with broken hand, goalie controversy coming?

The hype around Team North America is dissipating and with it, some of the exciting players are heading back to training camp. One player is returning to training camp with an injury sustained at the tournament. Matt Murray has reportedly broken his hand and will be out 3-6 weeks depending on the recovery time. That […]

TORONTO, ON – NOVEMBER 4: Jacob Trouba #8 of the Winnipeg Jets skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during an NHL game at the Air Canada Centre on November 4, 2015 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Jets defeated the Maple Leafs 4-2. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images)

Jacob Trouba requests trade from Winnipeg Jets

Jacob Trouba’s contract negotiations with the Winnipeg Jets have taken a sour turn. The restricted free agent was set to begin camp without a contract, but Trouba has requested a trade from the Jets organization. [link_box id=”22277″ site_id=”17″ layout=”link-box-third” alignment=”alignright”]In a statement obtained by Sportsnet.ca, Trouba’s agent Kurt Overhardt said the request was more about opportunity […]

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