Monthly Archives: June 2016

Wacky Wednesday alters Devils franchise

Posted on June 29, 2016 by hasan4978

Two days before the official beginning of free agency, Devils GM Ray Shero dropped the first of what would be a series of bombs to significantly alter the NHL landscape this afternoon by trading former #4 overall pick (2011) defenseman … Continue reading →

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The madness continues: Subban for Weber, Stamkos stays

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Derek Felix

In a stunning day which will be long remembered, P.K. Subban went for Shea Weber and Stamkos re-signed with the Lightning. June 29, 2016 madness. Continue reading →

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Devils make a splash acquiring Taylor Hall from Oilers for Adam Larsson

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Derek Felix

The Devils have made a huge splash two days before the free agent frenzy. Needing to bolster their offense, general manager Ray Shero has acquired Taylor Hall from the Oilers for Adam Larsson. In a stunning move that shook up … Continue reading →

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Lindros headlines 2016 Hall of Fame Class

Posted on June 28, 2016 by Derek Felix

After a long wait, Eric Lindros is finally going into the Hockey Hall of Fame with Sergei Makarov, Rogie Vachon and Pat Quinn. Mark Recchi was snubbed. Continue reading →

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Rangers draft six and acquire Nick Holden, uncertain future remains

Posted on June 25, 2016 by Derek Felix

The Rangers did okay with their six draft picks going for 2 D, 3 F and a goalie. But what exactly is the plan to improve the team? Continue reading →

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Devils complete draft weekend with ten additions

Posted on June 25, 2016 by hasan4978

Going into this weekend’s draft the Devils had nine picks for the seven rounds of the NHL draft, and after yesterday’s minor trade down with Ottawa they added a tenth pick.  After all the speculation on what the Devils would … Continue reading →

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Devils trade down, select McLeod at 12

Posted on June 25, 2016 by hasan4978

After Day One of the NHL Draft, there were no surprise moves from GM Ray Shero – yet.  With six rounds (and nine picks for the Devils) left today and free agent ‘interviews’ starting at midnight this morning, there should be more … Continue reading →

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Yandle signs with Panthers for 7 years, $44.45 million

Posted on June 23, 2016 by Derek Felix

In the what the heck are they thinking department, the Florida Panthers have signed Keith Yandle to a seven-year contract worth a reported $44.45 million. ESPN’s Pierre LeBrun just broke the story and probably Twitter. Here is the tweet: As … Continue reading →

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Patrick Kane sweeps Hart and Lindsay in Awards

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Derek Felix

The NHL Awards went as expected with Patrick Kane sweeping league MVP and the Lindsay. Here’s the breakdown on each winner and the voting. Continue reading →

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Sabres renew rivalry with Canadiens in season opener

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Derek Felix

Jack Eichel and the Sabres look to rise in 2016-17 but face a challenging schedule. Continue reading →

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