Posts About "Radim Vrbata"
Panthers Approaching Anemic Trade Deadline
January 25th, 2018 As the 2017-18 National Hockey League season chugs along, it is readily apparent the Florida Panthers will not be making the playoffs. Even with four games in hand on the Pittsburgh Penguins, occupants of the second and final wild-card spot, the Panthers still sit 11 points back with only 36 games to go. That’s a tall order,...
Florida Panthers’ Disappointing Depth
January 7th, 2018 As we begin the second half of the 2017-18 National Hockey League season, the Florida Panthers sit seven points out of a playoff spot, with five teams standing in their way of the postseason. Despite a tremendous top line and strong play at the centre position, the Panthers struggle to score goals (tied for 24th in the league) and suffer...
Panthers Budgeting or Blowing It?
July 20th, 2017 What are the Florida Panthers doing? Summertime is upon us, yet this question persists. Even now the dust of free agency has settled, we are no closer to understanding the plan for the beleaguered franchise. There has been movement, yes; hirings and firings, signings and buyouts. It cannot be said the Panthers stayed idle after a...
Panthers Sign Radim Vrbata and Micheal Haley
July 1st, 2017 as not immediatley The Florida Panthers have signed winger Radim Vrbata to a one-year contract worth $2.5 million, per TSN's Pierre LeBrun. The deal also includes $1.25 million in potential bonuses. The Panthers' official Twitter account also announced the signing, albeit without the salary...
Boston Bruins Free Agent Targets
July 1st, 2017 The Boston Bruins' number-one priority this offseason should be re-signing restricted free agent David Pastrnak to the contract he rightfully deserves. But what about after that? July 1 is fastly approaching and general manager Don Sweeney needs to come to a decision on what he wants to do before then. This year's group of free agents is...
5 UFAs That Could Land with Isles
May 16th, 2017 With the offseason quickly approaching, the New York Islanders will look to improve in a variety of areas. After re-signing Dennis Seidenberg and with their host of youngsters in Bridgeport, the Islanders' defense is shored up for years to come. On offense, however, the Isles are in desperate need of secondary scoring. Without another...
Dvorak, Domi Among Forwards Trending Up in Arizona
April 21st, 2017 Another season is in the books for the Arizona Coyotes, and that means it's time to look back on the year that was. We'll start by taking a look at Dave Tippett's forward group - Arizona used 22 forwards over the course of the 2016-17 season, but we'll focus only on those who played significant roles with the club. Trending Up There...
Doan's Return Could Be Complicated
April 11th, 2017 Arizona Coyotes captain Shane Doan could not hide the anguish that was clearly visible Monday. That’s when Doan met with the Arizona media and tried to answer the question on everyone’s mind. Will Doan return for his 21st NHL season in 2017-18? That dilemma is not reserved for reporters who cover this team on a regular basis, but...
Coyotes' Education Continues
March 17th, 2017 The result was disappointing and there was little solace from Arizona Coyotes’ coach Dave Tippett afterwards. Then again, this may be expected from a hockey club laden with rookies and short on experience. Tippett would be the first to admit that Thursday night’s 5-4 shootout loss to the Detroit Red Wings before 15,036...
Perlini's Scoring Signals the Future
March 14th, 2017 The wait may be longer, but the results are likely encouraging, That’s because draft selections of the Arizona Coyotes are beginning to transition into production. Sure, this team is buried near the bottom of the NHL’s Western Conference and the light at the end of the tunnel was extinguished long ago. In particular, left wing...
Monday Morning Howl: 3 Points & Vrbata Milestone
March 13th, 2017 Following their disappointing 2-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Mar. 5, the Arizona Coyotes enjoyed a three-day break from game action before getting back to work on Thursday against the Ottawa Senators. Despite holding a 2-1 lead after two periods, the Coyotes were unable to pick up the victory as two-time Norris Trophy winner Erik...
Coyotes' Season of Missed Opportunities
March 10th, 2017 If one game could represent a microcosm of the Arizona Coyotes' forgettable season, circle the March 9 home encounter against the Ottawa Senators. Two words from coach Dave Tippett, after the 3-2 overtime loss to the Sens, reflected this defeat and the season: “missed opportunities.” The combination of lost leads and an...
Duclair's Curious Disappearance
March 6th, 2017 It’s rather rare that a player disappears as abruptly as Anthony Duclair of the Arizona Coyotes. Considered a dynamic performer with speed, puck awareness and the physical tools to finish plays, Duclair represented a core composite of the quintessential hockey player. Though the New York Rangers gave up on him in a deal to Arizona...
