now 50+ writers strong ...and over 6400 Twitter followers
Welcome to The Hockey Writers (THW), one of the most popular hockey sites around. Featuring behind the scenes information, player profiles, draft guides and much more. To stay right on top of our Best Stories why not sign up for our Free Newsletter?The clock is ticking down to Philadelphia Flyers training camp. The dust has [...]
Jim Neveau, THW Roving Reporter In the post-lockout world of the NHL, victories for the league, big or small, have been rare feats. The league’s victories certainly include the success of the Winter Classic, the resurrection of franchises like the Pittsburgh Penguins and Chicago Blackhawks, and the increasing possibility that the league’s television rights may [...]
It’s no secret that hockey players lose a lot of teeth. Some guys sacrifice their bodies in front of the net, others catch a random high-stick, and sometimes guys are just made the better of when the gloves drop. Here’s a list of some of the most memorable mugs of the NHL.
The Nathan Horton rumours have officially begun. Possible trade destinations for the big winger.
The 2009-2010 NHL season is officially in the books, with the Chicago Blackhawks coming out of the playoff grind as Stanley Cup champions. There’s still the NHL awards, the NHL Entry Draft and free agency to look forward to, but as for the on ice action, that will be on break until the exhibition season [...]
Well, since my addiction to hockey is a pretty strong one I figured why fight it? After the Flyer loss in Game 6 I was just sitting in my seat numb knowing that the Stanley Cup Playoffs and this miraculous Flyers run had just ended. As the Stanley Cup was being awarded I zoned out [...]
This one really hurts for the Philadelphia Flyers. The storybook ending of winning the Stanley Cup probably would have been enough for someone to make a movie about this team. The guys they showed. The heart they showed. It’s tough for me to write this article right now. I am so proud of these guys [...]
Third time was the charm for Marian Hossa, as he and his Chicago Blackhawks teammates celebrated the franchises first Stanley Cup victory in 49 years. The game didn’t disappoint, as Chicago looked poised to win in regulation before giving up the tying goal late in the third period. The dramatics were set up perfectly. The [...]
Michael Leighton is one of the best stories of the postseason. He’s a lifelong journeyman, a player waived 4 times in his a career, a guy who was drafted by Chicago, played for the Flyers, and then was picked up again on waivers by Philly earlier this season. He helped lead the Flyers to the [...]
Jim Neveau, Blackhawks Correspondent Wednesday night can’t come soon enough for hockey fans in the Windy City. With the Chicago Blackhawks on the cusp of winning their first Stanley Cup since 1961, the city is awash with a passion for the sport of hockey that hasn’t been seen since the mid to late 90′s when [...]
Recent Comments