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Colin Pineau

Detroit Red Wings writer for The Hockey Writers and Michigan State hockey writer for spartanavenue.com

Jordin Tootoo: Just What The Red Wings Needed

Colin Pineau | February 1, 2013

Each time the Red Wings new gritty bottom-sixer Jordin Tootoo has fought in a game this season, the Red Wings have won that game. Whether you like Tootoo’s rough and…

Categories Detroit Red Wings

Who Could Help the Hurting Detroit Red Wings Defense?

Colin Pineau | January 29, 2013

After the tough 6-0 shut out loss to St. Louis in the season opener, the offensive wheels have finally begun moving in the motor city. The big offensive players like…

Categories Detroit Red Wings, Injury Report

Why Jochen Hecht’s Return To Buffalo Will Benefit The Sabres

Colin Pineau | January 14, 2013

Despite mixed feelings from fans, Jochen Hecht is back in Buffalo on a one-year, $1.25 million contract. No, I’m not Jochen-around. The 35-year old forward spent most of the 2011-12…

Categories Buffalo Sabres

Buffalo Sabres Prospects Update: Strong World Juniors Performance

Colin Pineau | January 10, 2013

Now that the NHL lockout and the World Junior Championships are behind us, Buffalo Sabres fans have a lot to look forward to. Four of the Sabres top prospects participated at…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Prospects, QMJHL, World Junior Hockey Championship

Has Lindy Ruff Overstayed His Welcome In Buffalo? The Saga Continues, For Now Anyway

Colin Pineau | December 15, 2012

 Lindy Ruff’s time in Buffalo is best described as a saga. 14 years as the Sabres head coach has made Ruff the longest tenured coach in NHL history and the winning-est coach…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Hockey History

Buffalo Sabres Off-Season Grade: B

Colin Pineau | November 29, 2012

After a disappointing 2011-12 season, the Buffalo Sabres went into the off-season with some pressing needs. General Manager Darcy Regier addressed those needs through the draft, free agency, and trading. The Draft…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Previews and Predictions
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