Editorials
Justin Abdelkader is one of the Detroit Red Wings’ biggest hitters, a role that has been diminished the past several weeks as he has spent time on the top line with Pavel Datsyuk scoring goal. But Abdelkader made his presence…
The NHL Playoffs, what could be better? Tonight starts the first round of the NHL Playoffs as three Western Conference pairings lace ’em up and duke it out, with more games starting tomorrow. However, before everything shakes down, here are…
Games are few and points are scarce as we near the end of the 2012 – 2013 NHL season. Teams are not only vying for a playoff spot, but some are fighting for home-ice advantage by winning their division outright.…
While I preface that this piece is indeed slightly biased, I still hold that readers should take heed to not bet on the Boston Bruins going far come playoffs. The story begins before the season started. I, a homegrown Detroit…
[dropcap]A[/dropcap]s of this morning, the Washington Capitals were 10th place in the Eastern Conference. They sat two points behind the Rangers in 8th, but have played an extra game. Only five points separate them from the Winnipeg Jets, however, who…
In a shortened season that has seen many firings, add Tampa Bay Lightning Head Coach Guy Boucher to the list. “Guy has poured his heart and soul into the Lightning organization for these past three years and we appreciate all…
For those of you hoping for some major fireworks at the trade deadline this year, don’t hold your breath. With the 2013 NHL trade deadline about a week and a half away, teams are hesitant to designate themselves as “sellers”…
We’ve had this conversation before, when a NHL player or coach comes out and complains about the size of goalie equipment. We’ve been at this for close to 15/16 years since the days of Patrick Roy wearing a poncho for…
A season plagued with disappointments, the Buffalo Sabres seem to be turning into a soap opera. The most recent drama revolves around netminder Ryan Miller’s response to comments made by forward Patrick Kaleta. For most, Kaleta was unknown until after…
I absolutely love me some fantasy hockey. There is nothing quite like beating your buddy and talking trash while doing so. While it provides the opportunity to pay attention to multiple teams throughout the league, opposed to only your hometown…