2013 NHL Draft Top 60 Alternative Rankings – Fall Edition Ryan Pike | October 17, 2012 Every year, hockey fans and pundits alike pour over spreadsheets, scorecards and any number of other resources in an effort to determine which junior-aged prospects will enter the National Hockey…
Cory Conacher Named AHL Player Of The Week Roger Gorbet | October 17, 2012 A year ago the name Cory Conacher had a slightly different ring to it. A talented player, no doubt, but a young player looking to establish himself in the professional…
The NHL Around The AHL Michael Gwizdala | October 15, 2012 Fans, players and NHL commissioner Gary Bettman may not see eye-to-eye all the time, on issues surrounding the sport. One thing he did get right, the fans will be there,…
Providence Bruins’ Goaltender Michael Hutchinson Looks to Seize Opportunites Bob Mand | October 13, 2012 Despite falling to the Manchester Monarchs 3-1 on opening-night, Providence Bruins’ goalie Michael Hutchinson is looking forward to a hopefully breakthrough campaign at the Dunk. After the game Providence Head…
Jared Knight Ready to Drop the Puck on His Pro Career with the Providence Bruins Bob Mand | October 12, 2012 Few members of the Providence Bruins enter this season as highly-touted as forward Jared Knight. Knight, the Boston Bruins second pick in 2010 – 32nd overall – spent each of…
Stoking the Fire – Abbotsford Heat Coach Raises Expectations for Year Two Ryan Pike | October 12, 2012 A year ago, veteran minor league coach Troy G. Ward inherited the position of head coach of the Abbotsford Heat from departing bench boss Jim Playfair. An assistant for one…
Connor McDavid Impresses Early: What Makes Him Exceptional? David OConnor | October 11, 2012 As unbelievable as it may sound to some, a 15-year-old is making his mark just a few games into his OHL career. And yet, to those who know the name of Connor McDavid, it really isn’t much of a surprise.
Providence Bruins 2012-13 Season Preview Bob Mand | October 11, 2012 Friday, the Providence Bruins will open the season at home against the Manchester Monarchs. After missing the playoffs just twice in their first seventeen years of existence, the P-Bruins…
Texas Stars Poised For Enormous Season Derek Neumeier | October 10, 2012 Although a preseason is never an entirely accurate way of predicting a regular season, if you’re a fan of the Dallas Stars or their AHL affiliate, the Texas Stars, it’s…
The Next Undrafted Gems? Andrey Makarov & Michael Houser Anatoliy Metter | October 9, 2012 Andrey Makarov and Michael Houser were glossed over during the 2012 NHL Entry Draft, but that doesn’t mean they won’t strive to be NHL players one day.
Where Should Boston Bruins Fans Turn Their Attention During NHL Lockout? Wayne Whittaker | October 8, 2012 The crisp autumn chill has hit New England, which generally brings with it the usual seasonal staples: foliage, pumpkin versions of everything and the start of hockey season. This year,…
The Next Ones 2013 NHL Draft Preliminary Rankings Christopher Ralph | October 6, 2012 2013 marks the 50th anniversary of the NHL Entry Draft. With an immense amount of talent to be had, this installment of hockey’s version of Christmas is shaping up to…