Posts About "Dougie Hamilton"
The NHL's Top 5 Defenses
January 10th, 2021 Defense wins championships. It’s a saying as old as hockey itself, but there is truth to this wisdom. A stout defense can both limit the opponent’s scoring chances while placing additional pressure on them in the offensive zone. When a defense is playing near perfection, it also helps ease some of the burdens on both the goaltender...
Hurricanes Chasing Milestones in 2020-21 Season
December 11th, 2020 The 2020-21 hockey season is nearly set after much bickering between the NHL and the Players Association. The new season is expected to begin on Jan. 13, 2021, and will be played in a condensed, 56-game schedule. https://twitter.com/wyshynski/status/1336358018053791744 As everyone gets ready for the new year and new hockey,...
3 UFA Defensemen the Red Wings Should Target in 2021
December 4th, 2020 It is only December, and most years, it'd be taboo to begin exploring the group of unrestricted free agents available next offseason. However, nothing in 2020 has been norma,l so I am going to hope that Detroit Red Wing fans allow me to look toward the group of upcoming defensemen that will reach UFA status in 2021. As my esteemed...
NHL Rumors: Hurricanes, Canucks, Oilers, NHL Fans at Games, More
November 17th, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, what kind of deal are the Carolina Hurricanes looking at for Dougie Hamilton? Who will start in goal for the Vancouver Canucks when the season starts? Are the Edmonton Oilers having financial struggles? Finally, what's the latest on when the season will start and will we see fans in attendance at NHL games...
Hurricanes' 2020-21 Defense Pair Projections
November 17th, 2020 The Carolina Hurricanes went into the 2020 offseason with few options and even less in cap space. After a second-straight playoff departure at the hands of the Boston Bruins, the plan for president and general manager Don Waddell seemed to retain as many young pieces as he could and continue to develop a promising...
NHL Rumors: Hurricanes, Red Wings, Canadiens, Lightning, More
November 13th, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, there is news that the Carolina Hurricanes will look to get an extension done with Dougie Hamilton as soon as possible. Meanwhile, forward Bobby Ryan detailed why he chose the Detroit Red Wings in free agency and could a former Montreal Canadiens forward return to the NHL? If he does, it won't be as a...
Did the Bruins Lose the Kessel Deal?
September 15th, 2020 Public opinion of the Phil Kessel trade has swung back and forth dramatically over the years. Dealing a 22-year-old potential superstar, fresh off of a 36-goal season, initially received a lukewarm reception. Faced with a trade request, and staring down a potential cap crunch, Boston Bruins’ general manager (GM) Peter Chiarelli made...
NHL Rumors: Hurricanes, Penguins, Oilers, Bruins, More
September 4th, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, there is an update on contract negotiations between the Carolina Hurricanes and Dougie Hamilton, the Pittsburgh Penguins have said they'll be moving on from one of their defensemen, and are the Edmonton Oilers a team that could make a deal with the Penguins for an available goaltender? Finally, Torey Krug...
Hurricanes Must Forget Game 1 "Crime Scene" and Regroup for Game 2
August 13th, 2020 Rod Brind'Amour doesn't mince words. The Carolina Hurricanes' bench boss certainly didn't hold back following their 4-3 overtime loss to the Boston Bruins Wednesday. After a frustrating afternoon that featured several instances of Hurricanes players jawing with the referees - most notably regarding a controversial second-period goal...
Hurricanes Seek Revenge Against Slumping Bruins
August 11th, 2020 Revenge will be fresh on the minds of the Carolina Hurricanes as they prepare for a rematch of last year's Eastern Conference Final against the Boston Bruins. The Hurricanes were on a tear, having just swept the New York Islanders, but they ran out of gas against a juggernaut Bruins team and wound up the victims of a four-game sweep...
NHL Rumors: Lightning, Blue Jackets, Predators, Hurricanes, More
August 9th, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, the Blue Jackets got good news when it comes to a couple of potentially injured players, while the Tampa Bay Lightning got potentially bad news when it comes to their star defenseman. The New Jersey Devils officially picked up two extra draft picks and the Nashville Predators are looking at ways to improve...
Hurricanes Face Daunting Challenge Against Rangers
July 29th, 2020 Anticipation is building as the NHL approaches its return to play on Aug. 1, and it'll be the Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers who kick things off with a Saturday afternoon 12 p.m. drop of the puck. The playoff-qualifying series will be best of five, with the winner advancing to the official 16-team playoff bracket. The...
Former Bruins That Boston Could Meet in 2020 NHL Playoffs
July 28th, 2020 The 2020 NHL Postseason is about to begin and the Boston Bruins are scheduled to play in a round-robin tournament to determine their seeding for the official first round of the playoffs. While the majority of teams in the postseason will be competing in a play-in tournament, the Bruins will get a chance to get their feet wet without the...
