Category Archives: NHL

Patrick Marleau makes NHL history by passing Gordie Howe for the most games ever played

Posted on April 20, 2021 by Derek Felix

An emotional Patrick Marleau acknowledges the crowd in Vegas at T-Mobile Arena after playing in his NHL record 1,768th game to surpass hockey legend Gordie Howe. The San Jose Shark has been the epitome of class and durability during an … Continue reading →

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Load management? Not in our league (thankfully)

Posted on April 15, 2021 by hasan4978

Growing up I was more of an NBA fan than an NHL fan until around the time of this famous SI cover in 1994. It was around the timeperiod where the Nets had young, exciting teams with stars such as … Continue reading →

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One year ago – then and now

Posted on March 12, 2021 by hasan4978

Coming up on the first anniversary of when the world as we know it changed in a dramatic way, I was debating whether to do a blog on the impact of our ongoing battle with the COVID-19 virus that stopped … Continue reading →

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Canadiens become first team to make coaching change by firing Julien

Posted on February 24, 2021 by Derek Felix

In a big shakeup, the Canadiens announced this morning that they’d relieved head coach Claude Julien and assistant Kirk Muller. The Canadiens have appointed Dominique Ducharme interim head coach and have added Alex Burrows to the coaching staff. Claude Julien … Continue reading →

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The COVID-19 Concern

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Derek Felix

As we reach Super Bowl weekend in February, there is a harsh reality for hockey. They’re facing something different this season. Much like the NFL and NBA, the NHL has adversity due to the virtual unknown. Unlike last summer when … Continue reading →

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Legendary voice of hockey Doc Emrick hangs up the microphone

Posted on October 19, 2020 by Derek Felix

To the Voice of Hockey, HOF broadcaster, and friend, congratulations on an amazing career! Enjoy your retirement! #ThankYouDoc pic.twitter.com/dfnTavFvjK — Martin Brodeur (@MartinBrodeur) October 19, 2020 The year has been a trying one for so many people. In spite of … Continue reading →

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Devils’ season ends as the NHL rolls out its ‘return to play’ format

Posted on May 27, 2020 by hasan4978

More than two months after the world came to a screeching halt due to a global pandemic, many entities (including the NHL) are trying to slowly begin a return to normal, or whatever our new normal will be when this … Continue reading →

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NHL suspends season due to coronavirus

Posted on March 12, 2020 by Derek Felix

We won’t be seeing cool goal celebrations like this anytime soon. AP Photo via Getty Images As expected today, the NHL decided to suspend the season due to the Coronavirus. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused every sports league to pause … Continue reading →

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NHL and its fans adjusting to a new normal

Posted on March 11, 2020 by hasan4978

    Statement from the #SJSharks.https://t.co/tjUEexvhUW pic.twitter.com/WklubYLu4n — San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) March 10, 2020 I don’t really want to write this blog but feel compelled to, because let’s face it – whether you have it or not, Coronavirus is … Continue reading →

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Leafs fire Babcock, hire Sheldon Keefe

Posted on November 20, 2019 by Derek Felix

In a move that wasn’t a surprise, the Maple Leafs fired coach Mike Babcock earlier this afternoon. The 56-year old veteran bench boss was brought in from Detroit in 2015 where he took over the Leafs. He got an eight-year … Continue reading →

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