Questioning the NHL’s Move to Las Vegas Joseph Robin | February 24, 2015 When Tony Gallagher of The Province reported back in August that the NHL’s quest for expansion in Las Vegas was a “done deal” there was quite the commotion from fans…
Commentary: Stadium Series Should Be an Event, Not an Afterthought Jeff Ponder | February 24, 2015 Saturday evening was just another night for me. I ate an early dinner, shaved and headed to the Scottrade Center to cover the Pittsburgh Penguins and St. Louis Blues game…
10 Reasons Why the NHL Must Expand to Seattle Walter McLaughlin | February 18, 2015 The expansion of choice has become an explosion of choice — Sheena Iyengar Ever since investor Chris Hansen exploded on the scene three years ago vowing to build an arena…
It’s Time The NHL Changes The Points System Mark Scheig | February 10, 2015 There are some things in the NHL that don’t make a lot of sense. One of the biggest things that doesn’t make sense, is the current points system that the…
Time for a Change? Examining the NHL’s Point System. Matt Brauckmann | February 9, 2015 There’s always talk among hockey fans about what can be done to change the game. Some ideas are radical, some actually happen, and others just fade away. Some people feel…
World Cup of Hockey, an Olympic Replacement? Andy Dudones | January 28, 2015 The World Cup of Hockey is returning in 2016 with a bit of a twist. Not only will the tournament be held in one location (Toronto), a pair of hybrid…
NHL Salary Cap: Should It Be Abolished? Corey Spina | January 26, 2015 The NHL salary cap has been a hot topic of discussion since it was first initiated into the league after the 04-05 lockout, but is it time for a new…
Columbus Center Stage for All-Star Skills Competition, More Andy Dudones | January 25, 2015 Columbus could really get used to this. The NHL All-Star Weekend host city welcomed in the Commissioner, hosted a Red Carpet gathering, and watched a team of their own, Team…
NHL to Seattle: The NBA Blocks the Shot Walter McLaughlin | January 25, 2015 The simmering topic of NHL expansion to the city of Seattle may have plenty of support, but also its share of detractors. Those in favor of adding an expansion team…
5 Things the NHL Needs to Change in 2015 Matt Brauckmann | January 13, 2015 1. Goaltender Interference Here’s the official ruling on what can be reviewed, via NHL.com, under Rule 38.4: “(viii) The video review process shall be permitted to assist the Referees in…
Why Buffalo Deserves Another Winter Classic Tim Olewniczak | December 22, 2014 On New Year’s Day back in 2008, the first game of the Winter Classic series was played at Ralph Wilson Stadium. Ralph Wilson Stadium is located in the suburb of…
NHL Continues Efforts to Lower Its Environmental Impact Andrew Davis | December 19, 2014 Earlier this week, the NHL announced that they have named Constellation its official preferred energy provider. Together, the NHL and Constellation will conduct energy efficiency analyses and recommend energy management…