Jeff Blay

Sharks rookie update from Penticton Youngstars Tournament

Jeff Blay | September 15, 2011

PENTICTON, B.C. – For the second straight year, the San Jose Sharks rookie squad has taken part in the NHL Youngstars Tournament hosted by the Vancouver Canucks in Penticton, British…

The Next Ones – Ty Rattie – NHL 2011 Draft Prospect Profile: ‘Rattie’ to Go

Jeff Blay | June 13, 2011

Please “Click Here” for “Notes Up Front” and the “Legend” for various topics covered below in my “Live Updated” NHL 2011 Draft Preview article – The Next Ones. Ty Rattie…

NEW: New York Rangers agree to terms with Niagara IceDogs graduate Jason Wilson

Jeff Blay | May 12, 2011

NEW YORK – New York Rangers president and general manager Glen Sather announced that the team has agreed to terms with 21-year-old forward Jason Wilson, who played the 2011 season…

Tie Domi’s Son Max Turning Heads In Future Watch

Jeff Blay | May 4, 2011

Tie Domi was known mostly for his fighting abilities and physical play throughout junior career and tenure in the NHL. Unlike his father, Tie’s son, Max Domi, is creating quite…

San Jose Sharks: Prospects Report

Jeff Blay | April 25, 2011

Here is an update on what I believe to be the San Jose Sharks Top 10 prospects, currently playing in major junior or the NCAA. These reports are based on…

If you think Sean Avery is bad…

Jeff Blay | March 21, 2011

Amidst the aftermath of the most recent Matt Cooke head shot, I got thinking of a time when Sean Avery was the most hated player in the NHL because of…

Head shots not only an issue in the NHL…

Jeff Blay | March 18, 2011

Several suspensions have been levied in the National Hockey League following the recent General Managers meeting held in Boca Raton, Fla. Dany Heatley of the San Jose Sharks was suspended…

Hello, His Name is Ryane Clowe…

Jeff Blay | March 11, 2011

When we think of gritty power forwards, some of the big names that come to mind are Mike Richards, Brenden Morrow and Milan Lucic, just to name a few. Although…

Leafs Coming Together At The Right Time

Jeff Blay | March 3, 2011

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off of a huge overtime win over the Pittsburgh Penguins last night, putting them two points behind the 9th place Buffalo Sabres, and four…

Getting To Know Recent Maple Leafs Acquisition Jake Gardiner

Jeff Blay | February 11, 2011

Toronto Maple Leafs most recent acquisition, Jake Gardiner, shows plenty of potential, but still has a lot of work to do to get NHL-ready. Coming to Toronto via trade with Joffrey Lupul in exchange for Francois Beauchemin, the young blue-liner has Leaf fans anticipating his development.

Maple Leafs Prospect Jerry D’Amigo Makes Immediate Impact in the OHL

Jeff Blay | February 7, 2011

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Jerry D’Amigo has made an immediate impact with the Kitchener Rangers since his NHL club announced they would be loaning him to the Ontario Hockey League team last Thursday.

Top Ten Late-Round Picks From 2000-Present

Jeff Blay | February 2, 2011

A list of the Top 10 Late-Round Picks Since 2000. I have selected ten players from rounds seven-nine (when applicable) since the year 2000 that have been a consistent contributor towards their respective team’s success. They are in order of the year, and then draft number.