Atlanta Thrashers
The Atlanta Thrashers Franchise Four
March 2nd, 2016 The Franchise Four. The Mount Rushmore. Four players who tell the story of an organization. For criteria, I’m choosing one forward, defenceman, goaltender and a wild card from any position.Entering the NHL in 1999, the Atlanta Thrashers reached the postseason one...
The Winnipeg Jets in a 48 Game Season
December 13th, 2012 If a season is to happen at all the pundits and observers believe the number of games played will be approximately 48, a similar situation to the return of hockey in 1995 after a 4 month lockout. Do hot starts or strong play in what has traditionally been the...
Atlanta Thrashers Hockey: Oh, What Could Have Been...
November 20th, 2012 On April 12, 2007, the Atlanta Thrashers skated in their first ever postseason contest. The building was sold out that night, as over 18,000 Georgia residents packed the stands of Philips Arena, most sporting light blue attire. While that event took place more than five and...
Atlanta Thrashers Never “Had a Fair Shake”
November 19th, 2012 Some people run the same routine for certain events. Whether it’s the way that someone straps on their goalie pads or even how someone brushes their teeth, routines are a big part of what we do every day. For Saul Lekherzak, attending a Thrashers game 41 times a...
How the Devils Stole Ilya Kovalchuk From Atlanta
November 14th, 2012 Usually when trades are made, each team tries to give the other team something of value - something they want - if only to be able to make a deal with that team again. But in reality, your team is trying to rob the other team blind -- kind of like what happened to the...NHL Lockout 2012: Should Guaranteed Contracts Be Abolished?
The NHL Lockout hit day 43 on Saturday. With every passing day the chances of a full 82-game season are rapidly eroding. And while the loss of the 2012-13 season will sting at all levels, the loss of the biggest Winter Classic in NHL history between the Toronto Maple Leafs...
