Monthly Archives: June 2018

Tavares decision looming on eve of Canada Day

Posted on June 30, 2018 by Derek

On what’s already been a intriguing day due to a wild and crazy World Cup soccer match won by France over disappointing Argentina 4-3 in the knockout stage, it’s also decision time for John Tavares. What will he decide? It’s … Continue reading →

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Calm before…the calm? Crickets going into FA weekend

Posted on June 29, 2018 by hasan4978

Usually FA binge day isn’t on the weekend, the last time I remember being home for July 1 was an ill-fated FA period for the Devils in 2012.  Granted, they didn’t lose key FA Zach Parise till the actual holiday … Continue reading →

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Rangers linked to Komarov, Nash may not play next year

Posted on June 28, 2018 by Derek

It looks like the Rangers could be actually adding someone to the roster. They’ve been reportedly linked to soon to be former Maple Leaf Leo Komarov. The New York Rangers have been in talks with forward Leo Komarov on a … Continue reading →

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Brodeur and St. Louis highlight 2018 Hockey Hall of Fame Class with Willie O’Ree

Posted on June 27, 2018 by Derek

Congratulations to the Class of 2018! #HHOF #HHOF2018 pic.twitter.com/KSwDIUKHQM — Hockey Hall of Fame (@HockeyHallFame) June 26, 2018 Yesterday, the phone call came for Martin Brodeur. The all-time winningest goalie and shutout leader will be inducted into the Hockey Hall … Continue reading →

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What J.T. Miller’s new contract could mean for Hayes

Posted on June 26, 2018 by Derek

Earlier today, the Lightning announced on Twitter that they had re-signed J.T. Miller to a new contract. The restricted free agent who the Rangers included in a selloff with Ryan McDonagh at the trade deadline, received a five-year contract worth … Continue reading →

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Tavares Watch continues

Posted on June 26, 2018 by Derek

As the school year officially comes to a close, July 1 is fast approaching. Though I can’t recall the first day of the free agent frenzy ever coming out on a Sunday. It will this weekend with the usual assortment … Continue reading →

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NHL Draft: Rangers go heavy on D, pass up Wilde for 17-year old goalie Lindbom

Posted on June 23, 2018 by Derek

Day Two of the NHL Draft was mostly about defense for the Rangers. Of the six players selected, four were D meaning that the team totaled six blueliners over the two days. Six of the ten picks are D. While … Continue reading →

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Rangers pass on Wahlstrom to take Kravtsov ninth overall, trade up for K’Andre Miller and grab Nils Lundkvist in wild first round

Posted on June 23, 2018 by Derek

The first round of the NHL Draft was completed Friday night in Dallas. It marked the first time they hosted one. Maybe it should be the only instance with some unruly fans booing commissioner Gary Bettman as he spoke about … Continue reading →

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Report: Islanders and Trotz close in

Posted on June 21, 2018 by Derek

The expected is about to happen. Once Barry Trotz left his post with the Capitals after guiding them to their first Stanley Cup, he was going to become the next coach of the New York Islanders. The only question was … Continue reading →

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Taylor Hart Hall wins MVP on emotional Awards night

Posted on June 21, 2018 by Derek

https://twitter.com/ardaocaltv/status/1009621521164189696?s=21 This wasn’t your normal Awards show. Once again, the NHL celebrated its best in Las Vegas. In a longer than usual show, there was plenty of emotion and tears for hockey fans, players, etc. The highlight for me was … Continue reading →

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