Tag Archives: Hockey

September marks the return of hockey

Posted on September 1, 2023 by Derek

It’s finally here. The first day of September means two things. Back to school. The return of hockey. It also means football. There will be plenty of excitement for both the Jets and Giants. Especially if you root for Gang … Continue reading →

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Long summer nears completion, hockey on deck

Posted on August 22, 2023 by Derek

It’s been a long summer. If you’re a hockey fan anyway. The off-season can feel like two parts. The first is like a bolt of lightning before a storm. That describes the beginning of free agency. In one word, chaotic. … Continue reading →

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Sabres mourn the loss of legendary broadcaster Rick Jeanneret

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Derek

On Thursday, longtime Sabres broadcaster Rick Jeanneret passed away at the age of 81. The voice of the Buffalo Sabres for over half a century is being mourned by the organization and by the hockey world. Your voice will echo … Continue reading →

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A dark cloud hangs over 2023 Hall of Fame Class, Lundqvist earns well deserved honor

Posted on June 22, 2023 by Derek

To say that I’ve been thinking about yesterday’s announcement regarding the 2023 Hockey Hall of Fame Class would be an understatement. On Wednesday, the Hall Committee again revealed their list of inductees who will be honored in Toronto this November. … Continue reading →

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Rangers and Devils will participate in 2024 Stadium Series

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Derek

Confirming the rumor that had been discussed, both the Rangers and Devils will participate in the 2024 NHL Stadium Series next year. It’ll be held at Met Life Stadium in February 2024. I’m told the NHL is going to host … Continue reading →

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Improvement of young Blueshirts a key to second half, Lafreniere struggles continue, Kreider back to face league best Bruins

Posted on January 19, 2023 by Derek

A few hours leading up to what amounts to a big game at 33rd and 7th when the Rangers host the league-leading Bruins in a battle of Original Six with plenty of history, let’s look into a few young Blueshirts … Continue reading →

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Ovechkin makes history with hat trick to join Howe and Gretzky as the third member of the 800 Goal Club

Posted on December 15, 2022 by Derek

NO. 8️⃣0️⃣0️⃣‼️ OVI KEEPS CLIMBING 📈 pic.twitter.com/DVQQqOYk1V — ESPN (@espn) December 14, 2022 On Tuesday night in Chicago at the United Center, Alexander Ovechkin launched himself into NHL history by becoming only the third player to join the 800 Goal … Continue reading →

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HARD HITS: Mitchell Miller fiasco not worth it for Bruins

Posted on November 5, 2022 by Derek

On the ice, the Bruins have been the class of the NHL. Winners of seven in a row and boasting a league best 10-1-0 record entering Saturday’s game at Toronto, they have lit it up so far. After erupting for … Continue reading →

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ESPN Plus exclusive for Original Six rivalry irks viewers

Posted on November 3, 2022 by Derek

Normally, a big early game highlighting the Bruins and Rangers would have me excited. Unfortunately, I’m not the only one who won’t be watching the classic Original Six rivals do battle at MSG. https://twitter.com/Tucker__93/status/1588237785089167360?t=1P1Sfcp9Rbd_vK-szAsBFA&s=19 Due to ESPN Plus having an … Continue reading →

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HARD HITS: Tkachuk blockbuster trade involving Huberdeau a rarity, the uncomfortable direction the NHL is headed

Posted on July 23, 2022 by Derek

Once the first domino fell when Johnny Gaudreau left Calgary for Columbus by taking less money to uproot his family back to the States, it was pretty much a foregone conclusion that Matthew Tkachuk would not remain a Calgary Flame. … Continue reading →

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