Posts About "Rick DiPietro"
2000 NHL Draft: 21 Goalies Selected Before Henrik Lundqvist
August 18th, 2019 Based on Henrik Lundqvist's career statistics, one might think that the New York Rangers goaltender was a top pick in the NHL Draft. However, some might be hard pressed to believe that the Are, Sweden native was selected in the seventh round of the 2000 NHL Draft. Today, most scouts and team executives can only utter the phrase...
Top 5 Goalies from 2000 NHL Draft
October 13th, 2017 The 2000 NHL Draft is one of the more infamous drafts in NHL history. The New York Islanders made history by picking a goaltender first overall. It was the first time this had happened since the Montreal Canadiens selected Michel Plasse first overall in 1968. Rick DiPietro was the consensus top goalie available in that draft, but history...
Top 10 Worst Mike Milbury Moves
February 18th, 2017 Many might remember Mike Milbury as the hockey player who jumped into the MSG stands and beat a fan with his own shoe. Others might remember Milbury for his many controversies on and off the ice, but New York Islanders fans are imprinted with other not-so-fond memories of their former general manager and coach. Even though...
The Biggest Draft Busts in NHL History: 2000-10
November 24th, 2015 Each June, NHL teams look forward to the opportunity of drafting exciting and highly talented new players to their respective organizations. Of course, those selected in earlier rounds are determined to be of the highest skill and potential, while those selected in later rounds are typically viewed as long shots of becoming everyday NHL...
5 Biggest Busts in NHL Draft History: 2000-2010
June 23rd, 2015 With the 2015 NHL Entry Draft commencing this Friday, June 26, fans are looking to mock drafts to see who their team's new future superstar will be. At this point, everyone expects the prospects to go on to have very successful NHL careers, or else they wouldn't be ranked so high. Of course, there's no denying that one of the top...
Called Up to the Show: Hockey Players and Rock Stars
March 5th, 2015 In many ways, a hockey game plays out like a song. Each member must participate in the harmonious rhythm to find success together. Each game possesses its own timbre and tempo. A big hit or fight is the peak of a crescendo. The pitch rises with each goal and lowers after a blown call. Some teams show up late and only know how to play...
