Tag Archives: Wild

Hard Hits: A Hall of a Hart race

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Derek

HARD HITS By Derek Felix As March rolls in with thunder snow courtesy of the latest, craziest bomb cyclone that dumped between 10 inches to over a foot of the white stuff Wednesday, there’s a similar storm brewing for the … Continue reading →

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Young Blueshirts no match for Eric Staal and Wild

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Derek

The losing streak is now up to six. That’s six consecutive games without a point. The younger Blueshirts are learning how hard it is to succeed at the highest level. Even though the effort was better than Thursday night, it … Continue reading →

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The Latest on eve of July 1: Sabres acquire Scandella, Devils all in on Shattenkirk

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Derek

As July 1 approaches, the Devils are after Shattenkirk and Sabres make a move getting Scandella and Pominville. Continue reading →

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Rangers quiet before roster freeze for Vegas Expansion Draft

Posted on June 17, 2017 by Derek

The last two days, plenty of trade rumors were the focus with the roster freeze coming in anticipation of the Las Vegas Expansion Draft. The Golden Knights will begin selecting players from all 30 NHL rosters beginning tomorrow. The expansion … Continue reading →

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Blues advance over Wild in OT, Vezina candidates named

Posted on April 22, 2017 by Derek

Before puck drop for a huge Game 6 between the Canadiens and Rangers at MSG, here are a couple of notes to pass along. The Blues eliminated the Wild by defeating them 4-3 in overtime at Excel Energy Center in … Continue reading →

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Ducks Quack the Flames

Posted on April 20, 2017 by Derek

One team has advanced. The Ducks quacked their way past the Flames by winning 3-1 at the Calgary Saddledome in Game 4 to complete a four-game sweep. So, my Stanley Cup pick is looking Mighty good right now. The difference … Continue reading →

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NHL announces first round schedule: Rangers and Canadiens start Wednesday

Posted on April 10, 2017 by Derek

The NHL released its first round schedule. The 2017 NHL Playoffs get underway on Wednesday, April 12. Five of eight series will begin with three in the Eastern Conference and two in the Western Conference. That includes the Rangers and … Continue reading →

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What determines a coach’s challenge?

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Derek

The NHL messed up a coach’s challenge costing #Avalanche in loss to #Blackhawks. My take. Continue reading →

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The Road Warriors bounce back with 3-2 win over Minnesota

Posted on March 19, 2017 by Derek

Hawk and Animal were the Road Warriors. #NYRangers are the NHL version. Continue reading →

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The art of a trade

Posted on February 28, 2017 by Derek

With the trade deadline approaching, the Caps are all in landing Kevin Shattenkirk. Who else will move? #TradeDeadline Continue reading →

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