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Lockout thoughts – the pros and cons of a work stoppage

With the news a couple of days ago that negotiations have broken off between the NHL and NHLPA just two weeks before the start of training camp, it seems as if we’re heading down an all-too-familiar road as hockey fans…preparing … Continue reading

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A passionate pucker

With so much free time, I’ve been thinking a lot about what makes me so passionate about hockey. Having been a fan for 25 years dating back to my teens, I have always enjoyed how fast the game is. The … Continue reading

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Relaunch: New York Puck

Welcome to our latest creation. If you’ve followed us before, we used to be Battle Of New York. For five years running thanks to originator Steve Lepore, we covered the metro area in hockey spanning the Rangers, Devils, Islanders with … Continue reading

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Untitled: The thoughts of a hockey fan

I’m not real sure on a title for this. So I called it, “Untitled: The thoughts of a hockey fan.” As August nears conclusion with no solution to another potential lockout causing more heartache and headaches, I just don’t have … Continue reading

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Atlantic Division Preview: New York Islanders

John Tavares and Evgeni Nabokov lead the way for the Islanders in 2012-13. Last season, the Islanders finished 34-37-11 with 79 points finishing last in the Atlantic Division and 14th in the Eastern Conference. It was another retooling year under … Continue reading

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Dubinsky, Anisimov, Erixon part of Columbus rebuild

There are always two sides to a deal. Even if everyone believes the Rangers stole Rick Nash, the Blue Jackets still received two solid NHLers who can contribute right away to their rebuild. Brandon Dubinsky is an established two-way forward who … Continue reading

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Predators match to retain Weber

A day following the Rangers big trade for Rick Nash, there was more news regarding Shea Weber. With a day left to decide, the Predators opted to match the gigantic frontloaded 14-year $110 million offer sheet Weber signed with the … Continue reading

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Visnovsky files grievance

Last month, the Islanders filled a need by adding blueline help- acquiring veteran Lubomir Visnovsky from the Ducks for a 2013 second round pick. A few weeks later, the 35-year old Czech defenseman filed a grievance against Anaheim for trading … Continue reading

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Potential Lines

With an eye towards 2012-13, it’s time to look at our roster. While it should be easy to fill out the top two lines, the hard part remains the third and fourth where a number of players will try to … Continue reading

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Looking Ahead: Nash, Rangers aim for Cup

A day later and the hockey world is still buzzing about yesterday’s trade for Rick Nash, who after months of speculation finally landed on Broadway. The 28-year old power forward will team with Brad Richards and Marian Gaborik to bolster … Continue reading

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