Pacific Division Anything But Pacified Walter McLaughlin | December 11, 2011 On paper, this was to be one of the strongest, most competitive divisions in the NHL this year. It’s a good thing “paper” is now a euphemism for pixels, as…
Current NHL Standings Using New Realignment Brendan Ross | December 6, 2011 On Monday afternoon the NHL’s Board of Governors agreed to implement the proposed four conference re-alignment beginning for the 2012-2013 National Hockey League season. The new format will divide the…
What Does the new NHL Alignment Mean for the Winter Classic? Monica McAlister | December 6, 2011 There is a great deal more in creating or reestablishing old rivalries between teams. One of the most heated sports rivalries took place between the Red Wings and the Colorado Avalanche; however, these two teams were not selected to be in a conference together. How great would a Red Wings vs. Avalanche Winter Classic be though?
Checking In on Former Toronto Maple Leafs Mark Ascione | December 6, 2011 Without question, Brian Burke’s 3 years in Toronto has seen a number of players shipped out of town. The moves seem to have paid dividends in 2011-12, as the Leafs find…
The Calgary Flames Jarome Iginla and Dallas Stars Unique Trade Connection Christopher Ralph | November 30, 2011 Gord Stellick in his book Stellicktricity coupled with recent trade speculation (and I emphasize speculation!) reminded me of a great series of connections when it comes to the Calgary Flames…
First Quarter Findings… James Phieffer | November 29, 2011 With all 30 teams having reached the 20 game mark, the unofficial quarter mark of the NHL season, it’s time to take a hard look at the story so far,…
New Ownership for the Dallas Stars Breathes Life into the Franchise Tim McQuade | November 22, 2011 After two years of unpredictability, the Dallas Stars have a new owner who is committed to winning. A bankruptcy court in Delaware approved the sale of the Stars to Tom…
Falling Stars: Dallas in a Tailspin Tim McQuade | November 21, 2011 After starting the season 11-3, the Dallas Stars have fallen off a precipice. The Stars have lost five straight and no longer look like the dominating force they were in…
Memories of Dougie, The Eagle and Nieuwy Mark Ascione | November 20, 2011 The 2011 Hockey Hall of Fame induction class had a distinct Toronto flavor to it, as all 4 of the player inductees saw their careers pass through the city. That’s…
Ladies and Gentlemen, Please Rise… Jas Faulkner | November 18, 2011 by Jas Faulkner, senior correspondent author’s note: Stick taps to the nice people at The National Film board of Canada for their assistance and for creating the lovely tribute that…
Inducting the Eagle. Ed Belfour Enters the Hockey Hall of Fame Stephen Stoneman | November 14, 2011 He will go down as one of the best goalers of all time. Tonight, Ed Belfour will take his place into the Hockey Hall of Fame alongside other greats Joe Nieuwendyk,…
Top Five 2011 Free Agent Steals Derek Neumeier | November 14, 2011 Heading into this past summer’s 2011 free agent frenzy, most of the anticipation and speculation from fans and media alike was focused on the big-name, big-money catches like Brad Richards,…