Thrashers 09-10 Season Preview The Hockey Writers | August 30, 2009 There is little argument that the 2009 offseason is the most important offseason in franchise history for the Thrashers. Captain Ilya Kovalchuk will enter the final year of his contract, and General Manger Don Waddell is desperate to keep the team’s most recognizable name on the squad long-term.
Thrashers Fans are the Worst The Hockey Writers | August 30, 2009 The Thrashers have the worst fans in the league. At least this is according to Derek Felska, a blogger for The State of Hockey News, a Minnesota Wild blog. Three teams managed to finish worse than the Thrashers in 2008-2009, yet somehow, the city of Atlanta has the worst hockey fans.
Top 10 NHL 2009 Entry Draft Scouting Performances Christopher Ralph | July 7, 2009 Christopher Ralph is a hockey writer with a focus on prospects and the entry draft, as well as the Leafs’ correspondent here at THW. Well over a week has…
The Thrashers Offseason: It’s Now or Never (Part 1) The Hockey Writers | June 22, 2009 Atlanta is heading into the single most important offseason since their inception in 1999. For the Thrashers, it doesn’t start with free agency or the draft. It starts with #17, and it’s a daunting task for general manager Don Waddell. What will the Thrashers need to do this offseason to become a contender?
Overlooked and Underrated: Chris Thorburn Rafal Ladysz | June 20, 2009 What is more significant in the working world: a job that pays well or one that simply makes you happy? Usually, it’s the second option that is preferred albeit a…
One-On-One With Shawn McEachern Rafal Ladysz | June 17, 2009 Mario Lemieux, Jaromir Jagr, Ron Francis, Bryan Trottier and Larry Murphy were an imperious offense together. Add Tom Barrasso, Kevin Stevens, Ulf Samuelsson and Rick Tocchet. You’ve got yourself a…
#7 Magnus Paajarvi-Svensson – The Hockey Spy’s 2009 NHL Entry Draft Rankings Christopher Ralph | June 16, 2009 Christopher Ralph is a hockey writer with a focus on prospects and the entry draft, as well as the Leafs’ correspondent here at THW. “Full Potential” Prospect Profile: Please “Click Here”…
#5 Evander Kane – The Hockey Spy’s 2009 NHL Entry Draft Rankings Christopher Ralph | June 16, 2009 Christopher Ralph is a hockey writer with a focus on prospects and the entry draft, as well as the Leafs’ correspondent here at THW. “Full Potential” Prospect Profile: Please…
Dany Heatley’s Ottawa Departure Could be Marian Hossa’s Doing Rafal Ladysz | June 10, 2009 The Cash Line in Ottawa will be in desire of a fresh H it appears. Dany Heatley recently expressed his wishes to be traded by the Senators. The trio of…
Top 20 Bounce-Back Performances of the 2008/2009 NHL Season Rafal Ladysz | May 2, 2009 Slumping seasons happen to the best of them. Even Wayne Gretzky had the odd season here and there with fewer than 100 points. Injuries which resulted in games missed were…
Six-cess; Thrashers Making, Breaking Records The Hockey Writers | March 17, 2009 Let’s give a shout-out to the statistically unsung hero in the NHL. He stands between the pipes, and saves while doing somersaults. His name is Kari Lehtonen, and every game…
Warning: Don’t Take These Thrashers Lightly The Hockey Writers | March 12, 2009 There are 10 teams in the NHL that should take this advice for the remainder of the season: Do not play your backup netminder against the Thrashers. Do not water…