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Oshie completes hat trick as Caps beat Pens in overtime

Posted on April 29, 2016 by Derek

If every game of this second round series is played like tonight, it’ll be enjoyable to watch. In a wild and action packed first game, the Caps prevailed over the Pens 4-3 in overtime to get the jump on the … Continue reading →

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Rangers-Pens: Big performances lead to 4-2 win in Game 2

Posted on April 17, 2016 by Derek

The Rangers responded with a big 4-2 win over the Pens in Game 2 to even the best-of-seven first round series. Continue reading →

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Pens fire Johnston

Posted on December 12, 2015 by Derek

Earlier this afternoon, the ax finally fell on Pens coach Mike Johnston. After losing to the Kings in a shootout 3-2 at home Friday night, Pittsburgh GM Jim Rutherford finally decided a change was needed. “I felt it was time … Continue reading →

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Ranking the Metro Division’s Top 10 Centers

Posted on September 4, 2015 by Derek

The Metro Division features some of the league’s best centers. In fact, some marquee stars make up the top five. It consists of former Hart winners and finalists for MVP. With a strong crop along with some emerging stars, it’s … Continue reading →

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The Metro Division Best

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Derek

The Metro Division has a list of superb players who are some of the best the NHL has to offer. Over the next few days, we’ll take a look at who they are by position. Rather than ranking each team … Continue reading →

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Lundqvist not in The Hockey News top 20

Posted on August 21, 2015 by Derek

The Hockey News recently came out with their top 50 list. Curiously, Henrik Lundqvist didn’t make the top 20. Here is a screen shot. A screen shot of THN’s top 20 which omitted Henrik Lundqvist. Two goalies made the cut. … Continue reading →

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The Metro Best

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Derek

Who are the Metro’s best players? We’ll be going by position over the next week. Continue reading →

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My Overtime Experience

Posted on April 25, 2015 by Derek

Playoff overtime is nerve racking for both players and fans. My OT experience at the bar. Continue reading →

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Purple Hayes Delivers The OT Winner

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Derek

Kevin Hayes needed a goal. At least that was the sentiment expressed by MSG’s Steve Valiquette. One I agreed with. Hayes’ first career playoff goal couldn’t have come at a better time. His goal at 3:14 of overtime lifted the … Continue reading →

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Rangers need killer instinct against chippy Pens

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Derek

When the puck drops for Game 4 at Consol Energy Center, the Rangers will look to win their second straight road game from the Penguins. If they can, they’ll be able to return to MSG for Game 5 Friday with … Continue reading →

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