Category Archives: Battle News

Why the NHL made a mistake with this round of Expansion

Posted on July 9, 2016 by Pan Karalis

In a long anticipated move, the NHL awarded their 31st franchise to Las Vegas almost exactly a year to the day after formally opening the expansion process in June of 2015, to begin play in the 2017-18 season. After 16 … Continue reading →

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Devils re-sign Palmieri for five years, $23.5 million

Posted on July 7, 2016 by Derek

Ray Shero continued a good summer getting RFA Kyle Palmieri to a new five-year contract. Continue reading →

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Islanders look to experience and prospects in future

Posted on July 3, 2016 by Derek

When the Isles lost Okposo, Nielsen and Martin, they went in a different direction with vets Ladd, Chimera and Parenteau. But the future is bright due to their top prospects. Continue reading →

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Sabres acquire Anders Nilsson

Posted on July 2, 2016 by Derek

Fact: All 3 Buffalo goalies are from Sweden. Lehner, Nilsson and Ullmark. Continue reading →

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Okposo believes Sabres can win Stanley Cup

Posted on July 2, 2016 by Derek

A big reason Kyle Okposo signed with Buffalo is he believes they can get to the Stanley Cup quicker than the Islanders. Continue reading →

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Rangers sign Clendening and Paliotta, Rookie Camp ends

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Derek

On a day they added depth for the fourth line, the Rangers signed two minor league defensemen. Rookie camp concludes. Jeff Beukeboom is the new assistant coach. First look at projected lines. Continue reading →

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Islanders say goodbye to Okposo, sign Ladd and Chimera on hectic Canada Day

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Derek

The July 1 free agent frenzy has begun. For the Islanders, it’ll be a different look this Fall. After bidding adieu to Kyle Okposo, they reached agreement on a seven-year deal worth a reported $38.5 million with unrestricted free agent … Continue reading →

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The madness continues: Subban for Weber, Stamkos stays

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Derek

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

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

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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