Category Archives: Battle News

NHL Draft Summary: Sabres and Islanders Hit Home Runs Early

Posted on June 27, 2015 by Derek

It was a big night for Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel. But the Sabres stole the show trading for Ryan O’Reilly and Isles GM Garth Snow was up to his usual tricks trading into the first round twice. Continue reading →

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Sabres acquire Robin Lehner

Posted on June 26, 2015 by Derek

The Sabres have a new goalie. It’s not Cam Talbot but instead Robin Lehner. Continue reading →

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Rangers 2015-16 schedule released

Posted on June 26, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers 2015-16 schedule is up highlighted by 17 back-to-backs with some classic rivalries and good tests. Continue reading →

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Rangers visit Blackhawks on Opening Night

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers open up at Chicago and then play Columbus twice including the MSG home opener to start 2015-16. Continue reading →

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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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