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Remarkable Parallels between the NHL and Big 4 Sports

Remarkable Parallels between the NHL and Big 4 Sports

March 16th, 2015 When it comes to the Big 4 North American sports leagues (NHL, NFL, MLB, NBA), many similar events and storylines unfold each season. While some of the sports couldn't be more different, many teams are eerily similar to others in how the franchise is run, the style of play, or their history. I decided to examine every NHL team, and...
NHL: Most Competitive League in North America

NHL: Most Competitive League in North America

September 8th, 2014 It is a busy time for professional sports in North America. The race towards the playoffs in Major League Baseball is approaching as we near October. The National Football League just kicked off their season this past weekend. Finally, the National Basketball Association and the National Hockey League seasons are both right around the...
Playoff Seeding & NHL Analysts: Two Severe Flaws of the NHL

Playoff Seeding & NHL Analysts: Two Severe Flaws of the NHL

April 10th, 2012 While we were all getting over the arrogant commentary presented over Philadelphia airwaves by NBC hockey analyst, Mike Milbury, other coaches and analysts felt entitled to chime in and bash Sidney Crosbyand the rest of the Pittsburgh Penguins organization. After Brooks Orpik dished out a questionable and dirty knee-on-knee hit to...
Great Parity in the NHL

Great Parity in the NHL

December 15th, 2011 The Florida Panthers are leading the Southeast Division and third in the Eastern Conference standings, which sounds new to many hockey fans. It’s no secret that the Cats have struggled for a long time, but times have changed. There is reason for optimism in South Florida as Kevin Dineen’s cast has shown. The Panthers’ success got...

Hockey, Credit Cards and Doughnuts...Smells Like Revenue Dollars To Me

Last month I wrote on this site about how the NHL has a chance to increase both their viewership and advertising dollars as a result of the current NBA lockout. It looks as if they are taking steps in that direction. Recently the league has announced that they have teamed up with the Canadian based fast-food favorite Tim Horton's and...

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