Monthly Archives: September 2015

As camp opens this week, life with a rebuilding team sets in

Posted on September 14, 2015 by hasan4978

Although training camp doesn’t officially open for another couple of days with the Devils, this weekend’s rookie tournament in Buffalo with Sabres and Bruins prospects felt like an early, unofficial open of camp.  Admittedly, as time goes on I find it harder … Continue reading →

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Sabres add blueline depth with Cody Franson

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Derek

Less than a week before training camp, the Sabres went out and added a defenseman to bolster their blue line. They signed free agent Cody Franson to a multi-year deal worth an average of $3.325 million per season. The 28-year … Continue reading →

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Islanders sign Steve Bernier to tryout

Posted on September 10, 2015 by Derek

The Islanders signed Steve Bernier to a professional tryout. After struggling in ’13-14, the 30-year old ex-Devil forward bounced back with 16 goals and 16 assists for 32 points in 67 games. The 16 markers were a new career best … Continue reading →

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2016 World Cup of Hockey brings excitement

Posted on September 9, 2015 by Derek

Next year, the World Cup of Hockey returns. Today, the schedule was announced. The 2016 World Cup takes place between September 17 to October 1. It’ll feature eight teams- Team Canada, Team Czech Republic, Team Finland, Team Russia, Team Sweden, … Continue reading →

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Ranking the Metro Division’s Top 10 Centers

Posted on September 4, 2015 by Derek

The Metro Division features some of the league’s best centers. In fact, some marquee stars make up the top five. It consists of former Hart winners and finalists for MVP. With a strong crop along with some emerging stars, it’s … Continue reading →

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The Metro Division Best

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Derek

The Metro Division has a list of superb players who are some of the best the NHL has to offer. Over the next few days, we’ll take a look at who they are by position. Rather than ranking each team … Continue reading →

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Bryce Salvador retires after 14 seasons

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Derek

After 14 seasons, former Devils defenseman Bryce Salvador announced his retirement. A key member of the 2011-12 Devils that lost to the Kings in the Stanley Cup Finals, Salvador came over from the Blues on February 26, 2008 in a … Continue reading →

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Raanta upset with treatment from Blackhawks

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Derek

If you believe a story printed by Puck Daddy’s Greg Wyshynski, new Rangers backup Antti Raanta was upset with how the Blackhawks treated him this past season. In a story that appeared on a Finnish site, Raanta revealed that he … Continue reading →

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