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A couple of days after opting to retain Brad Richards, it looks like the Rangers won’t be able to keep Ryane Clowe. The rugged forward obtained from the Sharks at the deadline for a 2013 second round pick and 2014 … Continue reading →

The Islanders also made headlines at the Draft in Newark. They acquired gritty forward Cal Clutterbuck from the Wild in exchange for prospect Nino Niederreiter. The 25-year old Clutterbuck is a human wrecking ball who plays a similar physical style … Continue reading →

The Devils stunned the hockey world by trading their No.1 pick to the Canucks for Cory Schneider. Today’s NHL Draft hasn’t had as much sizzle as expected. However, the host Devils made quite a move dealing away their first pick … Continue reading →

Tomorrow, the NHL Draft will take place at The Prudential Center. Newark will be the scene for one of hockey’s most exciting days capping off a great season. Who will go first? Who’s on the block? Which prospective free agents … Continue reading →

With a busy off season already in full swing, the Rangers made an important decision Friday not to buyout Brad Richards. They could’ve amnestied him to free up more room this summer. Instead, the former Conn Smythe winner stays put … Continue reading →

From The Office Of A Long And Suffering Buffalo Sabres FansSouthern Calfornia Attention: Terrence Pegula, Owner, Buffalo SabresOne Seymour H. Knox PlazaBuffalo, NY 14203 Dear Terry, I hope this letter finds you well. We write to you today because we … Continue reading →

The Blackhawks pose for a team photo with the Stanley Cup.Getty Images/Charles Krupa The Blackhawks are Stanley Cup champions for the second time in four years. They stunned the Bruins by coming back to win Game Six 3-2 in epic … Continue reading →

On the day the Rangers introduced new coach Alain Vigneault, it looks like their former employee has landed on his feet in Vancouver. According to multiple reports, John Tortorella is expected to take over the Canucks replacing Vigneault. Basically, the … Continue reading →

It took a while to start. Once the anticipated press conference did, new Rangers coach Alain Vigneault was introduced by Garden CEO Jim Dolan and Team President and General Manager Glen Sather. Before the 35th coach in franchise history addressed … Continue reading →