Author Archives: Derek

TSN ran a feature on top American draft prospect Seth Jones. The 18-year old from Plano, Texas grew up watching his Dad Popeye Jones play in the NBA for the Dallas Mavericks. He was a solid power forward who rebounded … Continue reading →

In a surprising move, Team USA announced that they’d cut forward Stefan Matteau. The son of Ranger folk hero Stephane Matteau was drafted in the first round by the Devils last June. He was expected to be a lock for … Continue reading →

In another warm up for the WJC2013, Team USA got a wake up call from Finland in a 5-1 blowout defeat today at Helsinki. The Finns erupted for four goals in the third period breaking open a game that was … Continue reading →

As Hasan already noted in a previous entry that covers every aspect of the World Junior Hockey tournament (WJC2013), it doesn’t officially get underway until after Christmas. However, both Team Canada and Team USA had exhibition games yesterday. Canada lost … Continue reading →

With the 2013 NHL season still on life support, the under-20 World Junior Hockey Championship tournament in Russia (starting next Wednesday) has taken on added importance for hockey fans across all of North America.  If you’re a hardcore hockey fan, … Continue reading →

Today, more games were canceled. This time, it’s through January 14, 2013. … I’m past the point of no return. I really tried. I thought there would be a season already. I was tricked into believing the faulty leadership would … Continue reading →

The World Junior Championships are officially on deck with exhibitions starting up. While Team USA sorts through their roster, Team Canada already announced who made the cut for the exciting 2013 Prospect Tournament. Returning from last year’s bronze medal team … Continue reading →

Dear NHL/NHLPA: I write this with mixed emotions on what you’ve done to the game of hockey. Entering the lockout, I believed you would eventually come to your senses and reach agreement on a new CBA by Thanksgiving. In my … Continue reading →

On Monday and early Tuesday, I was getting excited for Opening Night again with reports of a deal being close.  You had to think one was, after Bill Daly and Steve Fehr‘s buddy-buddy press conference Tuesday night following progress reportedly … Continue reading →