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Josh Smith

Josh is a life-long hockey fan. He grew up as a fan of the New York Rangers, but thanks to their general mismanagement and years of mediocrity, has developed a great appreciation for every team across the league. He’s been writing about hockey on various sites since 1995. In addition to his work at The Hockey Writers, he also keeps tabs on the referees over at ScoutingTheRefs.com.

Rock Out for the Lockout: “The Hockey Song” by Stompin’ Tom Connors

Josh Smith | January 16, 2013

With the NHL lockout concluded and training camps set to get underway, we gladly take this opportunity to bring a fitting end to the 113-day long lockout – and our…

Categories Hockey History, Videos

Canadiens’ Erik Cole Considering Retirement Over New CBA

Josh Smith | January 14, 2013

Erik Cole is happy to be back playing hockey.   He is not, though, happy about the new CBA. In fact, he’s so unhappy with the deal that he’s considering…

Categories Montreal Canadiens

The 2013 New York Rangers: How The Team Was Built

Josh Smith | January 14, 2013

As the Blueshirts prepare to take to the ice for this lockout-shortened 2013 season, it’s the perfect time to look back and see how the players currently on the roster…

Categories Hockey History, New York Rangers, Trades Contracts and Transactions

NHL Goalie Update: Post-Lockout

Josh Smith | January 11, 2013

During the lockout, NHL goalies were on their own, most even without a place to play.  While scrimmages can accommodate as many as twenty skaters, there’s only room for two goaltenders. European clubs,…

Categories NHL News

Rock Out for the Lockout: The Ballad of Wendel Clark

Josh Smith | January 4, 2013

With the NHL lockout firmly in place and both sides entrenched for what may be a long, drawn out battle, we’re taking this opportunity to explore the musical side of…

Categories Hockey History, Toronto Maple Leafs

Mozyakin Tops KHL Players of the Week

Josh Smith | January 3, 2013

Each week, the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) salutes their Players of the Week. The top forward, defenseman, goaltender, and rookie are selected based on their statistics and performance, as determined…

Categories KHL

Malkin Leads KHL Players of the Month for December

Josh Smith | January 2, 2013

The Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) recognizes the top forward, defenseman, goaltender, and rookie each month.  Selections are made by the KHL Statistics and Information Bureau based upon both statistical results…

Categories KHL

Malkin and Datsyuk Lead KHL All-Star Game Voting

Josh Smith | December 18, 2012

The KHL All-Star Game is slated for the weekend of January 12-13 in Chelyabinsk, home of the KHL’s Traktor.  The starting lineups for the annual event were selected via fan balloting,…

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Rock Out for the Lockout – Happy Holidays!

Josh Smith | December 17, 2012

With the NHL lockout firmly in place and both sides entrenched for what may be a long, drawn out battle, we’re taking this opportunity to explore the musical side of…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Hockey History, Humor, New York Rangers, San Jose Sharks

KHL Players of the Week – December 12

Josh Smith | December 12, 2012

Each week, the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) salutes their Players of the Week. The top forward, defenseman, goaltender, and rookie are selected based on their statistics and performance, as determined…

Categories KHL

KHL Players of the Month – November

Josh Smith | December 7, 2012

The Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) recognizes the top forward, defenseman, goaltender, and rookie each month.  Selections are made by the KHL Statistics and Information Bureau based upon both statistical results…

Categories Columbus Blue Jackets, KHL, Tampa Bay Lightning

Top Ten NHL Podiums

Josh Smith | December 6, 2012

At Wednesday night’s CBA negotiation sessions, both sides appeared to be nearing a deal. Discussions were intense, with back-and-forth sessions and lots of break-offs into smaller discussions. It appeared things…

Categories Hockey History, Humor
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