Bruins end uncertainty: Julien back for '15-16 Claude Julien will remain behind the Bruins' bench next season. (USATSI) One of the big loose ends at the end of the 2014-15 regular season was officially tied up Friday. After months of uncertainty, the Boston Bruins have opted to retain head coach Claude Julien and his staff for the 2015-16 season. After general manager Peter Chiarelli was let … [Read more...]
Victor Hedman says Andrew Shaw bite isn’t gnawing at him
Victor Hedman says Andrew Shaw bite isn’t gnawing at him TAMPA – Victor Hedman couldn’t remember the last time another person bit him before Andrew Shaw allegedly chomped him in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. “I’m sure I was when I was a kid. But I haven’t really thought about it,” he said. On Wednesday night, Hedman got into a scrum with Shaw, the Chicago Blackhawks physical forward. … [Read more...]
Should Teuvo Teravainen get more ice time? (Trending Topics)
Should Teuvo Teravainen get more ice time? (Trending Topics) It's at once easy and difficult to find reasons to criticize Joel Quenneville over the last few years. The management of his roster has been strange to say the least — at times, anyway — but at the same time, you'd have to say it's working. Chicago is three wins away from a third Stanley Cup in six years, which is an unthinkable … [Read more...]
Lightning learn costly lesson in Game 1 loss
Lightning learn costly lesson in Game 1 loss TAMPA — The message was clear and simple coming out of the Tampa Bay Lightning dressing room after their 2-1 Game 1 loss in the Stanley Cup Final: you can’t sit back against the Chicago Blackhawks with a lead. Via War on Ice, here’s how the possession game drastically changed after the third period began: The gameplan Tampa brought for the … [Read more...]
Hawks stun Bolts with late rally in Final opener
Hawks stun Bolts with late rally in Final opener Antoine Vermette's goal helped the Blackhawks earn a Game 1 win. (USATSI) Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Chicago Blackhawks, Stanley Cup Final Game 1 Blackhawks 2, Lightning 1 | Blackhawks lead series 1-0 | Game 2 Saturday Game 1 in a nutshell: The Tampa Bay Lightning owned the first period, kicked off by a dominant opening five minutes which included a … [Read more...]
Alex Killorn opens scoring in Game 1 with amazing deflection (Video)
Alex Killorn opens scoring in Game 1 with amazing deflection (Video) The Tampa Bay Lightning came out aggressive early in the first period in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. Alex Killorn had the best chance within the game’s opening minute, but his shot went wide of the Chicago Blackhawks net. But Killorn wouldn’t have to wait long to capitalize on an opportunity. Just 4:31 into the first … [Read more...]
Bettman says Coyotes, Panthers safe from relocation; NHL expansion possible
Bettman says Coyotes, Panthers safe from relocation; NHL expansion possible TAMPA – The Arizona Coyotes and the Florida Panthers are safe. That’s according to NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, who spoke about the plights of the NHL clubs scrutinized by those who believe the relocation of a struggling franchise is inevitable. The Coyotes operating losses continue to mount, and there has been … [Read more...]
Comedian Rob Riggle will host NHL Awards, Daughtry to perform musical act
Comedian Rob Riggle will host NHL Awards, Daughtry to perform musical act Rob Riggle is hosting the NHL Awards. Well, at least a lot of us know who that is. Ever Seen “21 Jump Street” or “Step Brothers?” He’s played bit parts and not had the starring role but man, was he good. Behold from Step Brothers: The NHL will then sanction a charter to the Catalina Wine Mixer shortly after. Just … [Read more...]
Ben Bishop’s approach has helped him step up when needed
Ben Bishop's approach has helped him step up when needed TAMPA — Ben Bishop became a goaltender by chance. Growing up, everyone on his team got an opportunity to tend net. Turned out he was pretty good at it and he liked the fact that goalies don’t come off the ice regularly during a game like skaters. He played other sports like baseball and football, but hockey was the one that led him to … [Read more...]
How Marian Hossa is an ageless wonder for Chicago Blackhawks (Trending Topics)
How Marian Hossa is an ageless wonder for Chicago Blackhawks (Trending Topics) When you're over 30 and still in the National Hockey League, people — understandably — begin to check their watches. The wheels come off for everyone at some point, even Nicklas Lidstrom, and the modern game is very much a young man's. Today's NHL is based on speed, if we're to believe the swirling fetishism … [Read more...]