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Yann Danis Making a Strong Case

The Hockey Writers | February 8, 2009

After four straight wins, the drive for five ended once again with two straight losses to the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning. The Islanders have had their bright spots…

Another (Great) Day In Hockey History: The Meaning of February 7th

The Hockey Writers | February 7, 2009

Sample a handful of hockey moments from this day in hockey’s history. Take a look back at some of the things that have happened on this most random but special of days, try your hand at some February 7th trivia, and fill your brain with more of the game!

New York Rangers: Clock Ticking for Tom Renney

The Hockey Writers | February 6, 2009

After a little more then three years as coach of the New York Rangers, Tom Renney’s job is finally on the line. The Rangers have played a stretch of terrible…

Proof that Watching Rangers Hockey Can Improve Vocabulary

The Hockey Writers | February 5, 2009

All season long the New York Rangers have struggled so one might think that there aren’t any positive rewards of being a fan of this great franchise. When you watch…

Is Jean-Sebastian Giguere’s Time Running Out In Anaheim?

The Hockey Writers | February 1, 2009

While Giguere pines away on the bench, searching for a way to break his puck stopping issues Hiller is stealing the show, and the starting job.

What Ramifications Does Kaberle Injury Have On Potential Trade?

The Hockey Writers | January 31, 2009

With Tomas Kaberle sidelined with a broken hand, Derek Harmsworth takes a look at what it could mean going forward for the Leafs.

Wild Update: Backs, Schedule, Calder Cal and Offense

The Hockey Writers | January 29, 2009

On Backstrom: The guy is just playing great right now. No, he doesn’t see a ton of shots, nor does he see a bunch of scoring chances. But he is…

Weighing The Maple Leafs Options As Deadline Day Nears (Part One)

The Hockey Writers | January 26, 2009

In his debut article with The Hockey Writers, Derek Harmsworth takes a look at some of Toronto’s most interesting options as the NHL trade deadline approaches.

Rick DiPietro Out for Remainder of Season

The Hockey Writers | January 21, 2009

Rick DiPietro, the injury-plagued starting goaltender, of the New York Islanders has been officially declared done for the season. DiPietro missed the start of the year, however over the course…

Caggy’s Rumor Mill: Jovanovski to the Rangers is a Strong Possibility

The Hockey Writers | January 20, 2009

Before I get to the actual rumor, I first want to give you a little run down on this new series of mine called “Caggy’s Rumor Mill”. First let me…