NHL in Seattle: Arena owner open to hockey tenant before NBA team Seattle cleared away a major stumbling block toward the construction of a downtown arena on Thursday when the long-awaited Final Environment Impact Study found nothing that would prevent the project from moving forward. "We’re one step closer to bringing NHL hockey and NBA basketball to Seattle,” said Seattle Mayor Ed Murray. … [Read more...]
Marek Vs. Wyshynski Podcast: Dave Andreychuk on Bolts! Michael Russo on Wild!
Marek Vs. Wyshynski Podcast: Dave Andreychuk on Bolts! Michael Russo on Wild! LISTEN HERE! [And if that doesn't work, try here.] It's a Thursday edition of Marek vs. Wyshynski beginning at 2:00 p.m. ET/11:00 a.m. PT, and we're talking about the following and more: Special Guest Stars: Dave Andreychuk on the Lightning, and Michael Russo on the Wild! • The Capitals take command. • The Jack … [Read more...]
Conn Smythe Watch: Tyler Johnson vs. Corey Perry for current MVP
Conn Smythe Watch: Tyler Johnson vs. Corey Perry for current MVP Welcome to our Conn Smythe Watch, which chronicles the ever-changing race for playoff MVP. Keep in mind that we factor in the probability of a long playoff run into these choices. Who are the current favorites for playoff MVP? Glad you asked. 1. Tyler Johnson, Tampa Bay Lightning (2) He scored the latest regulation goal in … [Read more...]
Listen to Minnesota Wild playoff anthem ‘Raise The Cup’ before it’s too late
Listen to Minnesota Wild playoff anthem ‘Raise The Cup’ before it’s too late The Minnesota Wild’s playoff journey could end on Thursday night, which is a shame, because that means KFAN won’t be able to create another high-energy crowd pump-up song like “Raise the Cup.” Wait, check that: It’s actually a nap-inducing country noodle that doesn’t make you want to raise the Cup but flip it over … [Read more...]
Tampa Bay Lightning fan arrested for bringing gun to arena seat (Video)
Tampa Bay Lightning fan arrested for bringing gun to arena seat (Video) In Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Tampa Bay Lightning witnessed a Detroit Red Wings fan allegedly attempt to light their giant fan flag on fire as it was passed over the crowd. She was subsequently booked on an arson charge. As you know, the deeper we go in the playoffs, the more the drama increases. And so … [Read more...]
Tyler Johnson’s Game 3 buzzer beater puts Canadiens on the brink
Tyler Johnson's Game 3 buzzer beater puts Canadiens on the brink There are few types of losses that are more back breaking and soul crushing than a last second defeat in the playoffs. Especially for the Montreal Canadiens, who seemed ready to go to overtime in Game 3, and now face an 0-3 deficit thanks to Tampa forward Tyler Johnson. Look at Johnson’s goal, which just barely beat the buzzer … [Read more...]
Burakovsky (2 goals), Caps go up 3-1 on NYR
Burakovsky (2 goals), Caps go up 3-1 on NYR The Capitals pushed the Rangers to the brink of elimination in Game 4. (Getty Images) Every night during the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Eye On Hockey writers Adam Gretz and Chris Peters will bring you up to speed everything you need to know about all of the action around the NHL. Here's what you need to know about Capitals vs. Rangers, Game 4. New York … [Read more...]
Braden Holtby stops penalty shot, stuffs Rangers in Caps’ Game 4 win
Braden Holtby stops penalty shot, stuffs Rangers in Caps' Game 4 win Braden Holtby was up to his dominant tricks against the New York Rangers in Game 4 on Wednesday. A third period potentially game-tying penalty shot on Carl Hagelin? No worries! Save. Various other high quality chances? A stop here, a stop there. The Washington netminder stuffed 28 of 29 Rangers shots on goal to give the … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Holtby clamps Rangers; Johnson strikes Habs
NHL Three Stars: Holtby clamps Rangers; Johnson strikes Habs No. 1 Star: Braden Holtby, Washington Capitals Stopped 28 of 29 Rangers shots on goal in Washington’s 2-1 victory. The win for the Caps gives them a commanding 3-1 series lead over New York. Holtby has been Washington’s best player, allowing five goals in four games against New York. One of his saves Wednesday was a penalty shot. … [Read more...]
Game 4 is a must-win for the New York Rangers
Game 4 is a must-win for the New York Rangers So is Game 4 of the New York Rangers’ series against the Washington Capitals a must-win for the Blueshirts? “I look at it like every game in the playoffs is a must-win,” center Derick Brassard said. Well that’s boring. “You could say that our backs are against the wall here," he said, "but we’ve responded whenever we’ve been in that position, so … [Read more...]