Posts About "Scott Darling"
Blackhawks & Hurricanes: Trade Winds Blowing
June 13th, 2018 Chicago Blackhawks general manager Stan Bowman made two huge moves prior to the 2017 NHL Entry Draft when he traded with the Arizona Coyotes and Columbus Blue Jackets, completely changing the look of his team. As we approach this year’s draft, Bowman could be working on another big deal with a familiar trading partner. New Hurricanes...
Goalies Making Things Tougher Than They Should Be
May 29th, 2018 Goaltenders are always in the spotlight during an NHL game and their mistakes seem to loom longer than their success. The action gets crazy around the net and goalies either make a great save or get scored on. They nearly always get blamed for a loss even though, as Carolina Hurricanes co-captain Justin Faulk told me, "their job...
Canes' Ward Worthy of Hanging in the Rafters
May 21st, 2018 When he has finally hung up his skates and pads, put away the blocker and big glove, Cam Ward should be seriously considered for a spot in the rafters at Raleigh, North Carolina's PNC Arena, the Carolina Hurricanes' home venue. More specifically, his jersey should be. The longtime Hurricanes goalie has put together a career in the NHL...
2 Crucial Lessons Hurricanes Can Learn From Vegas
May 19th, 2018 Fans of the Carolina Hurricanes are watching other teams in the NHL playoffs, as they have done now for nine seasons in a row. This can be a difficult time, as frustration with the home team reaches new levels every year. But, it can also be a learning experience for the Hurricanes, especially if their coaches and players are watching....
Hurricanes Next Netminder Could Be 'Ned'
May 14th, 2018 Alex Nedeljkovic is currently the goaltender for the Charlotte Checkers. His play this season and in particular in the Calder Cup playoffs has moved him into a place of conversation about playing at the next level. The Carolina Hurricanes need to fix their challenges in goal and Nedeljkovic could be the answer, or at least part of the...
Hurricanes' Faulk on Darling & Defense
April 16th, 2018 There were many times this season where it appeared that the Carolina Hurricanes defense loafed on goaltender Scott Darling. More times than I can recall I read fans voicing their observations that said, "The defense is hanging Darling out to dry." To be honest, at times it did look like the effort being expended on the ice when Darling...
