Posts About "Bryan Allen"
Goodbye Bryan: Will Rene Bourque Help The Anaheim Ducks?
November 21st, 2014 Bryan Allen Traded Bryan Allen's days as a member of the Anaheim Ducks are officially over. With the return of Francois Beauchemin and solid outings by Josh Manson, any observer would be hard pressed to argue that Allen will be missed out on the ice. In trading him, the Ducks part ways with a slow and lumbering defenseman that...
With Bourque Trade, Bergevin Looks Towards the Future
November 21st, 2014 Just when it seemed like Rene Bourque was stuck in AHL purgatory after going unclaimed on waivers, Bergevin managed to pull another trade out of his sleeve by dealing Bourque to the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for defenceman Bryan Allen. No such thing as too many defencemen Bergevin has said repeatedly you can never have too many...
Q&A With Anaheim's Bryan Allen
November 12th, 2014 Anaheim Ducks defenseman Bryan Allen was recently assigned to the Norfolk Admirals, the Ducks AHL affiliate, for a brief conditioning stint that lasted two games. The 34-year-old suffered an upper body injury that kept him out of an NHL line-up until November 9th. During his brief stay with Norfolk, THW’s Ted Warren...
What the Islanders Should Do This Off-Season (Part 1)
May 11th, 2012 There is a big difference in what the New York Islanders "should" do this off-season and what they probably "will" do. However, as fans on the outside looking in, we can only hope for the best. With several veterans coming off the books this summer, the Islanders front office will be looking to fill some holes on the roster. ...
Kirk Muller Winning Over Hurricanes Locker Room
February 29th, 2012 RALEIGH, N.C.—Many people in Carolina knew that the Hurricanes were capable of becoming a winning hockey team. But no one thought it would happen this quickly. The Canes had taken a firm grasp on last place in the Eastern Conference under the guidance of Paul Maurice, and with an 8-14-4 record, effectively eliminated themselves from...
NHL Rumors Galore: Deadline Edition Part 2
February 24th, 2012 With only about 72 hours before the February 27 NHL trade deadline, rumors are swirling all over the Internet, and especially on Twitter, as fake insiders try to get the attention of hockey fans by spreading out false trade rumors. I will try to dissect some of the hottest rumors around and tell you which players are most likely...
NHL Rumors Galore: Deadline Edition Part 1
February 24th, 2012 With only about 72 hours before the February 27 NHL trade deadline, rumors are swirling all over the Internet, and especially on Twitter, as fake insiders try to get the attention of hockey fans by spreading out false trade rumors. I will try to dissect some of the hottest rumors around and tell you which players are most likely...
Minnesota Wild: Playoff Hopes Still Alive as NHL Trade Rumors Swirl
February 20th, 2012 With the NHL trade deadline less than 2 weeks away, the Minnesota Wild are trying to keep pace in the Western Conference playoff race. The Wild were mired in a 7 game losing streak, during which they only managed to gain 2 out of 12 possible points. Teams such as Calgary, Colorado, and Dallas all jumped Minnesota in the standings during...
Five Potential Trade Deadline Targets for the Boston Bruins
February 18th, 2012 By Bob Mand, Contributing Editor With the 2012 NHL Trade Deadline just over a week away, the Boston Bruins are undoubtedly considering all of their options. Despite the elevated prices at this year’s deadline, there are a few names the Bruins should consider when attempting to fill holes in their lineup and solidify...
Pittsburgh Penguins Trade Deadline: The Options
February 17th, 2012 If I had only one move to make and price to acquire was not a factor, Bryan Allen is the guy I get. He's the type of depth pickup that will win someone a Stanley Cup.
NHL Rumors Galore part 1
January 17th, 2012 With only 5 weeks before the February 27 NHL trade deadline, rumors are swirling all over the Internet, and especially on Twitter, as fake insiders try to get the attention of hockey fans by spreading out false trade rumors. I will try to dissect some of the hottest rumors and tell you which players are likely available. According to...
Tim Gleason, Bryan Allen carrying Carolina's defense
October 28th, 2011 RALEIGH, N.C. -- Early in the third period of an energetic contest between the Hurricanes and Blackhawks, the star-studded and always dangerous Chicago power-play was on the attack and poised to tie the game. Tim Gleason, fighting desperately to preserve his team's 1-0 lead, stuck to 'Hawks forwards like glue. He skated hard, remained in...
Spring cleaning, Dale Tallon style!
March 2nd, 2011 Long before the start of this season, Dale Tallon introduced his blueprint for success. One of his key points..."execute smart trades and negotiations." Wow! He wasn't kidding. As Monday's trade dead-line approached, the Panthers cleaned house! As the Panthers are facing a possible decade without making the Stanley...
