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Justin Halbersma

Born in the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia, and living in Port Williams, Nova Scotia, Justin has been involved with hockey for over 15 years. He has written for local newspapers from 1994-2009. He brings a combination of passion and humor to his articles that frame his love of hockey. His style includes opinion pieces and historical fact. He finds game reviews "boring on their own" and aims to bring each piece to life in its own way. He currently owns www.openingfaceoff.net, and is looking forward to contributing regularly to thehockeywriters.com.

How the Carolina Hurricanes Were Built

Justin Halbersma | January 20, 2014

Today we take a look at how the current Carolina Hurricanes roster was built.  This is the story of how a Hurricane is formed. Carolina Roster:  Goaltenders Cam Ward is…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Carolina Crowding: Hurricanes’ Goalie Jam

Justin Halbersma | January 13, 2014

The Carolina Hurricanes have been one of the NHL’s hottest teams of late, sporting a 5-1 record in their last six games.  Their latest effort, a 3-0 loss to the…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, NHL Goaltending

Carolina Hurricanes: Midseason Report Card

Justin Halbersma | January 7, 2014

The Carolina Hurricanes are forty-three games into the 2013-14 NHL regular season.  They carry an 18-16-9 record, and sit two points behind the Toronto Maple Leafs for one of the…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Hockey Not Immune To Time

Justin Halbersma | December 19, 2013

It’s a Canadian tradition…one that may be a bit frayed these days. Hockey Night in Canada.  Names like Bob Cole,  Harry Neale,  Dick Irvin Jr.,  Ron MacLean, Don Cherry,  Chris…

Categories NHL News

Flashback Friday: Ray Bourque

Justin Halbersma | December 13, 2013

When pictures of excellence come to mind in the hockey world, one’s thoughts often turn to the likes of Mario Lemieux, Wayne Gretzky, Maurice Richard, and Bobby Orr; and rightfully…

Categories Boston Bruins, Colorado Avalanche, Hockey History

The Icing Line–Looking Back At Paul Laus

Justin Halbersma | July 13, 2012

Paul Laus patrolled the Florida Panthers’ blue line from 1993-2002.  He was tough, rugged, and knew his role on the team.  He could hit.  He would fight.  He defended the…

Categories Florida Panthers, Hockey East, Hockey History, NHL News, Player Profiles

Should The Senators Acquire Roberto Luongo?

Justin Halbersma | July 8, 2012

It’s no secret that Roberto Luongo has indirectly (or directly) tipped the Vancouver Canucks’ hand by stating his time in British Columbia is done. In fact what most sports betting…

Categories Ottawa Senators, Vancouver Canucks

Senators Make Moves On Day One Of Free Agency

Justin Halbersma | July 1, 2012

The first day of the annual feeding frenzy known as NHL Free Agency has begun. It has been classed as a weak free agency class this time around.  Very few…

Categories Ottawa Senators

Two Minutes with Cody Ceci

Justin Halbersma | June 28, 2012

The Ottawa Senators have a ton of reasons to be optimistic heading towards the future.  2012 draft pick Cody Ceci is one of the biggest. Ceci, a 6’2”, 200-lb defenseman…

Categories NHL Prospects, OHL, Ottawa Senators

Senators Giving Ottawa Fans Hope

Justin Halbersma | June 27, 2012

The Ottawa Senators are supposed to be rebuilding.  Someone forgot to tell that to the team itself. Most hockey experts had the Senators pegged for dead in the 2011-12 season. …

Categories NHL News, Ottawa Senators, Previews and Predictions

2012 NHL Prospect Brandon Whitney

Justin Halbersma | June 27, 2012

Nova Scotia isn’t known for being a high producer of top quality hockey talent.  Until recently, the claim to fame for Nova Scotia has been Sidney Crosby, arguably the best…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, CHL, National Juniors, NHL Prospects, QMJHL

Looking At The Kings: Their Playoff History

Justin Halbersma | June 12, 2012

The Los Angeles Kings are Stanley Cup champions. The Kings defeated the New Jersey Devils in six games to claim hockey’s ultimate prize.  After two one goal, overtime wins in…

Categories Hockey History, Los Angeles Kings, NHL News
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