Calgary doesn't see Connor McDavid as issue in Edmonton rivalry ANAHEIM – Edmonton’s winning the 2015 draft lottery and the right to pick Connor McDavid sent collective groans around the hockey world. But there was one team that probably spewed the loudest vitriol, internally at least. That would be the Calgary Flames, Edmonton’s hated rival that has always scoffed at Edmonton’s “City of … [Read more...]
Marek vs. Wyshynski Podcast: Ken Daneyko on Lou Lamoriello’s departure as GM
Marek vs. Wyshynski Podcast: Ken Daneyko on Lou Lamoriello's departure as GM LISTEN HERE! [And if that doesn't work, try here.] It's a Tuesday 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: Ken Daneyko on the departure of Lou Lamoriello. • Caps vs. Rangers. • Ray Shero takes over the Devils. • … [Read more...]
Daily Picks: Wild get back into series vs. Hawks
Daily Picks: Wild get back into series vs. Hawks Zach Parise and the Wild face a crucial Game 3 against the Blackhawks. (USATSI) Welcome to the Stanley Cup Playoffs Daily Picks, where CBS hockey writers Chris Peters and Adam Gretz get you ready for every game every day of the postseason and share their predictions for each. Chicago leads series 2-0 The Minnesota Wild's best chance to get back in … [Read more...]
Another Rick Nash playoff dilemma for New York Rangers
Another Rick Nash playoff dilemma for New York Rangers During Game 1 of the New York Rangers’ series against the Washington Capitals, NBC analyst Mike Milbury said that Rick Nash was playing a “marshmallow soft” brand of hockey, which wasn’t exactly fair, considering that marshmallows are visible. Through eight playoff games, Nash has one goal and four assists. Against the Capitals, he has … [Read more...]
Will Ray Shero hire Dan Bylsma to coach NJ Devils?
Will Ray Shero hire Dan Bylsma to coach NJ Devils? When Lou Lamoriello shocked the world by handing his New Jersey Devils general manager gig to Ray Shero on Monday, one of the first things Shero mentioned on his to-do list was finding the team’s next head coach. Please recall that after Pete DeBoer was fired last season, Lamoriello joined Adam Oates and Scott Stevens in convoluted coaching … [Read more...]
Caps shut out Rangers in Game 3, go up 2-1
Caps shut out Rangers in Game 3, go up 2-1 Jay Beagle scored Game 3's only goal as the Capitals took the series lead.(USATSI) 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 the Rangers and Capitals. New York Rangers vs. … [Read more...]
Braden Holtby, Capitals win Game 3 over Rangers
Braden Holtby, Capitals win Game 3 over Rangers The Washington Capitals and New York Rangers played and energetic and entertaining Game 3. In the end, it was a fluky goal and a brilliant goalie that made the difference. Jay Beagle scored off the skate of Rangers defenseman Keith Yandle at 7:31 of the second period, and Braden Holtby made 30 saves as the Capitals topped the Rangers, 1-0 on … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Capitals shut down Rangers in Game 3
NHL Three Stars: Capitals shut down Rangers in Game 3 No. 1 Star: Braden Holtby, Washington Capitals The Caps goalie made 30 saves to win Game 3 against the New York Rangers, 1-0. It’s his second career shutout, with his first coming two years ago to the day. No. 2 Star: Jay Beagle, Washington Capitals Beagle scored his first of the playoffs after a strong forechecking sequence by the … [Read more...]
Ryan Getzlaf, Andrew Ladd and Jonathan Toews named finalists for the Mark Messier Leadership Award
Ryan Getzlaf, Andrew Ladd and Jonathan Toews named finalists for the Mark Messier Leadership Award Ryan Getzlaf of the Anaheim Ducks, Andrew Ladd of the Winnipeg Jets and Jonathan Toews of the Chicago Blackhawks are the three finalists for the 2014-15 Mark Messier Leadership Award presented by a tire company to “the player who exemplifies great leadership qualities to his team, on and off … [Read more...]
Conn Smythe Watch: Corey Perry feeling ducky; Blackhawks’ terrific trio
Conn Smythe Watch: Corey Perry feeling ducky; Blackhawks’ terrific trio Welcome to the latest edition of 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. Corey Perry, Anaheim Ducks Perry has 13 points in six … [Read more...]