Category Archives: Battle News

Thank You Captain Cally

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Derek

  When a player fans idolize is traded, it’s hard to put into words. For the Rangers and their fans, Ryan Callahan epitomized what it means to be a Ranger. Since the day he was drafted, Callahan has been a … Continue reading →

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Captain for Captain: Rangers trade Callahan for St. Louis

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Derek

  In an absolute blockbuster of epic proportions, the Rangers have traded Ryan Callahan to the Lightning for Martin St. Louis. Astonishingly, the much ballyhooed rumor WFAN’s Boomer Esiason first leaked following the Olympic Break has actually happened. The deal … Continue reading →

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Islanders send MacDonald to Flyers

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Derek

The Islanders have dealt Andrew MacDonald to the Flyers for a 2014 third round pick and a 2015 second rounder. The 27-year old defenseman tallied four goals and 20 assists with two power play goals and two game-winners in 63 games … Continue reading →

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McKenzie: Callahan and Rangers nearing extension

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Derek

It looks like Ryan Callahan could be staying. According to TSN’s Bob McKenzie, Callahan and the Rangers are close to reaching agreement on a new deal. In the final year of a contract that pays him $4.275 million, he’ll turn … Continue reading →

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The Final Sendoff for Brodeur?

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Derek

Is this really it? Nobody knows what will happen with Martin Brodeur. The legendary Devils goalie is scheduled to start tonight’s home game against the Red Wings in Newark. It could be the final time he plays for the only … Continue reading →

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Sabres had to trade Miller

Posted on March 1, 2014 by Derek

When it comes to the business aspect of sports, sometimes you have to make hard decisions. For the Buffalo Sabres, unfortunately that time came Friday when they traded Ryan Miller. The popular franchise goalie was packaged with captain Steve Ott … Continue reading →

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Sabres shopping Ryan Miller

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Derek

As the March 5 trade deadline nears, the Sabres could be saying goodbye to Ryan Miller. The 33-year old American goalie returned to action last night making 36 saves in Buffalo’s 3-2 home win over Carolina. He even contributed offensively with … Continue reading →

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O Captain! My Captain!

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Derek

O CAPTAIN! my Captain! our fearful trip is done; The ship has weather’d every rack, the prize we sought is won; The port is near, the bells I hear, the people all exulting, While follow eyes the steady keel, the … Continue reading →

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Following Olympics, trade deadline looms

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Derek

Now that the Olympics have concluded, the NHL has resumed activity. In fact, Carolina at Buffalo are the only game tonight on the schedule. More than the playoff race is on the line the final month and a half. The … Continue reading →

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Islanders get good news: Tavares won’t need surgery

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Derek

For once, the Islanders received some good news. John Tavares won’t need knee surgery. The star center will need approximately eight to 12 weeks to recover. He also revealed that it was the second time he’s suffered a left knee … Continue reading →

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