Category Archives: Battle News

Going from 5-on-5 straight to 3-on-3 overtime absurd

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Derek

I was just browsing when I stumbled upon the general managers new overtime proposal. According to TSN’s Bob McKenzie, the plan is to go straight to 3-on-3 for the five-minute overtime. Apparently, the NHLPA was against imitating the AHL by … Continue reading →

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NHL Draft June 26-27

Posted on June 19, 2015 by Derek

The NHL Draft is a week away. Set to take place at BB&T Center in Sunrise Florida June 26-27, the league announced the draft order for the big event next weekend. The first round will take place next Friday on … Continue reading →

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Sweet Home Chicago: Blackhawks Win Stanley Cup

Posted on June 16, 2015 by Derek

For the third time in six years, the Blackhawks are Stanley Cup champions. They are officially a modern day dynasty after defeating the Lightning 2-0 in Game 6 at loud United Center where they celebrated their first Cup win on … Continue reading →

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Sather not certain to return as Rangers GM

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Derek

According to a exclusive report from New York Post’s Larry Brooks, Rangers GM Glen Sather is uncertain about returning as team general manager. Asked whether he would be returning for his 16th year as GM, or whether he had yet … Continue reading →

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Girardi and Staal have successful surgery

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers announced today that both Dan Girardi and Marc Staal had successful surgery Thursday. Girardi underwent a procedure for a bursa excision on his ankle and Staal had a bone chip removed from his ankle. Both defensemen are expected … Continue reading →

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Lundqvist Tweets On Postseason, Thanks Fans

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Derek

Six days following a disappointing ending to the season, Henrik Lundqvist tweeted his thoughts on the postseason which didn’t result in a Stanley Cup. As usual, the classy 33-year old Rangers netminder expressed how fans are feeling. Obviously, the all-time … Continue reading →

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Battle Of New York Poll: Do You Agree With Vigneault’s Game 7 Lineup?

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Derek

In light of the criticism coach Alain Vigneault has received since the Rangers were eliminated by the Lightning 2-0 in Game 7 Friday, I’ve put up a little interactive poll. It’s simply stated. Did he put the best lineup out … Continue reading →

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Injuries rocked Blueshirts with Zuccarello suffering a small fracture and brain contusion

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers revealed that Mats Zuccarello had a small head fracture and brain contusion. That wasn’t all as injuries to a depleted D hurt team. Continue reading →

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Agonizing Summer Ahead For Blueshirts

Posted on May 30, 2015 by Derek

They said all the right things following last night’s bitter disappointment. Instead of advancing to play for the Cup a second consecutive year, the Blueshirts will pack their bags for an agonizing summer ahead. They’ll be left to wonder how … Continue reading →

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Maple Leafs beat out Sabres for Babcock

Posted on May 20, 2015 by Derek

The Sabres lost out on Mike Babcock to the Leafs and their money. But it might be for the best. Continue reading →

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