10 Reasons Why the Tampa Bay Lightning are Better than Your Team Brent Lemon | November 16, 2011 Un-entertaining. Ruinous to hockey. A shameful resurrection of infamous ‘Dead Puck’-era play. Yup, the Tampa Bay Lightning’s 1-3-1 defensive system has provoked some venomous claims, particularly in the wake of…
Movember Tribute to The Best Mustaches In The NHL Andrew Sykes | November 2, 2011 It is highly probable that many of our male readers have begun to allow for some extra growth on their upper lips now that the calendar has turned to November.…
Diagnosis: Hangover – Boston Bruins Bob Mand | October 29, 2011 A Message from the Surgeon General: Are you a resident of the Boston Metropolitan Area? In recent weeks, have you experienced: Fatigue, Depression, Nausea, Confusion, Decreased Libido, Hallucinations and…
How do you solve a problem like Sean Avery? Jas Faulkner | October 28, 2011 Long before the possible effects of blows to the head and the prospect of the game having a body count took over discourse within the sport, there were other issues that the Godfathers of the Ice saw as dangers to the game. Back in the primeval mists of 2008, the Powers That Be honestly believed that what would eventually bring down the National Hockey League was Sean Avery’s mouth.
The Zoo Crew: NHL Mascots Speak Out Jas Faulkner | October 21, 2011 Among the usual emails about new sponsorships, roster moves and promotions was an AHL recall notice. This time it was from Winnipeg. Unlike the announcements about some phenom with a deadly arm or netminder with superhuman flexibility getting a seat at the big boys table, this press release reported the return of a familiar face to Manitoba’s professional hockey arena. Mick E. Moose would be stepping up as the Jets’ mascot.
If it all goes wrong: The 2011-2012 Montreal Canadiens Jared Book | October 4, 2011 This article is what we might be reading at the end of this season if it all goes wrong for the Habs. The author is not a complete pessimist though,…
New NHL Social Media Guidance Shouldn’t Be a Problem for Preds George Scoville | September 15, 2011 The National Hockey League has released a new social media policy for players and teams, effectively putting teams in blackout mode on game day. ESPN.com (!) has the skinny on…
Top 10 Things to Look Forward to in the Nashville Predators 2011-2012 Season George Scoville | September 12, 2011 Greetings, THW readers! I’m pleased to be joining the slate of contributors here, bringing you insightful and (hopefully) funny takes on one of the NHL’s whipping boys — my boys…
LL Cool H: Washington’s Club Scarlet Proves Ladies Love Ice Hockey Jas Faulkner | August 29, 2011 The Capitals’ Hockey and Heels events are what glue gun goddess Martha Stewart would call “a good thing”. They have always provided a strong turnout and a nice bit of change for the club’s charitable foundation. After all, what’s so positive about robust sales, positive press and feelgood moments for women who love The Kremlin on the Potomac? Everything.
“Cabbie” Is The New NHL’s Best Friend Joe Pack | August 29, 2011 Have you ever wanted to get to know your favourite hockey player? “Get to know”, as in grab a beer, play some shinny, share feelings about the collective bargaining agreement…
Sidetracked: Lucic celebrates with the Cup, and these Russian players shouldn’t fight Tom Yawney | August 16, 2011 Milan Lucic celebrates with the Cup Milan Lucic recently had his day with the Stanley Cup. The Vancouver resident went around the city celebrating and he also went to the…
Optimus Reim: Goaltending As Performance Art Joe Pack | August 7, 2011 A near-empty arena on a cold, Sunday night hosts an average men’s hockey league matchup. The skating leaves much to be desired, pucks fly well wide of the net, and…