Tag Archives: Flyers

The Trotz Islanders getting it done against the Vigneault Flyers

Posted on August 30, 2020 by Derek

#Isles take Game 3, 3-1, and a 2-1 series lead over the Flyers. Last time the Islanders won two games in a second-round series was 1993. — Mollie Walker (@MollieeWalkerr) August 30, 2020 The last time the Islanders were in … Continue reading →

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An Islanders Summer?

Posted on August 25, 2020 by Derek

As exciting as the Rangers winning the NHL Draft Lottery is with top rated prospect Alexis Lafreniere on tap this October 9, Blueshirt fans now have another concern. One which we don’t want to think about. Picture the bitter blood … Continue reading →

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Feisty Habs not ready to bid adieu, Canucks put Blues on brink

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Derek

The first round of these Stanley Cup Playoffs have been fascinating to follow. Even for heavy favorites such as the Golden Knights, Lightning ang Bruins, who all advanced in five games, they were tested. Only the high powered Avalanche weren’t … Continue reading →

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Corey Crawford stands on head for Blackhawks

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Derek

Yesterday, there were five games in the latest installment of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The bubble in Edmonton and Toronto was quite busy. You had a lot of hockey to pick and choose from. Three of the five games went … Continue reading →

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Horvat leads Canucks past Blues

Posted on August 15, 2020 by Derek

Captain Canuck: Bo Horvat celebrates his overtime winner to put the Canucks up 2-0 on the defending champion Blues. AP photo via Getty Images With one great Quinn Hughes outlet and one splendid Bo Horvat breakaway goal past Jordan Binnington, … Continue reading →

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Lightning overcome playoff record 85 saves from Korpisalo in five overtime epic over Blue Jackets

Posted on August 12, 2020 by Derek

Sudden death hero Brayden Point is mobbed by Lightning teammates after his winner in five overtimes gave them a unreal 3-2 win over the Blue Jackets, who got a NHL record 85 saves from Joonas Korpisalo. AP Photo credit Tampa … Continue reading →

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Picking The First Round and Beyond

Posted on August 11, 2020 by Derek

The most unique Stanley Cup Playoffs begins now. For half the field of the Sweet Sixteen, they got a head start by earning the right to be here. In a expanded format due to the pause in play on March … Continue reading →

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Feeling a playoff tournament, Sabres chaos

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Derek

In a chaotic time that won’t change anytime soon, believe it or not, playoff hockey is inching closer. With Phase 2 finally about to hit in NYC, players will start reporting to training camp. This all seems very strange. Normally … Continue reading →

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Shesterkin getting close as Rangers face a must win versus Caps

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Derek

Losers of three straight, the Rangers desperately need tonight’s game versus the Caps. With 16 games remaining, they trail the second wildcard Islanders by four points. By virtue of a point in a 3-2 overtime loss at Calgary, the Blue … Continue reading →

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Henrik Lundqvist turns 38 today

Posted on March 2, 2020 by Derek

AP Photo credit Flyers via Getty Images A day later, Henrik Lundqvist blows out 38 candles on his birthday. You wonder what he’s feeling today after losing his first start since Feb. 3. In actuality, it was his first appearance … Continue reading →

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