Monthly Archives: October 2011

Today is the third NHL Saturday. And for each Battle club, they take to the ice looking to get the ‘W.’ Devils at Penguins– A day removed from a tough 4-3 shootout defeat to San Jose that saw the teal … Continue reading →

The super soph was at it again. A game removed from breaking out with a goal and assist, Ryan McDonagh continued his rapid improvement by stunning the Flames at the last split second. After exchanging four goals and fisticuffs in … Continue reading →

In this league, you’re only as hot as your goalie. Especially when in the early going, the Rangers had struggled to score goals until a four-goal third period explosion- stunning Roberto Luongo and the Canucks 4-zip. It was their first … Continue reading →

They try again later tonight in British Columbia. A place that once treated them well. It really is imperative that the Rangers get in the ‘W’ column sometime during this crucial four-game Canadian trip that includes stops at Calgary, Edmonton … Continue reading →

It’s already Week 3. Even though technically, it’s not till later this week, it’s never too early to start looking at trends. How are our teams faring? What are the early stories? Is it Toronto’s perfect start highlighted by Phil … Continue reading →

It’s already been busy for the Battle clubs (Buf, NJD, NYI, NYR). Injuries, demotions, call-ups and early surprises are in the offing. So let’s get to it! –Devils recall G Keith Kinkaid. Due to Martin Brodeur’s right shoulder injury, the … Continue reading →

John Tavares’ hat trick victimized Marian Gaborik during the Isles’ 4-2 win. Round One was a TKO by John Tavares. Led by the third-year star, the Islanders won the first big match-up between blood rivals- doubling up on the Rangers … Continue reading →

Being down 2-0 with twenty minutes left against one of the NHL’s top defense-goaltender combos on the road isn’t an ideal position to be in. Certainly the Predators’ Pekka Rinne was on his game last night, making 39 saves. And … Continue reading →

Last night’s game certainly wasn’t a must-win for the Devils, not in October. Realistically though, it’s important for this team to get off to a good start – both because of the start we had last year and because of … Continue reading →

The Rangers and Flyers are being followed around by HBO cameras for the award winning series 24/7, which was such a success in its debut leading up to last year’s Winter Classic. Based on one week, it appears Sidney Crosby … Continue reading →