Usual suspects give Chicago a 2-0 series lead on Minnesota The Chicago Blackhawks gave up a big lead in Game 1. They weren't going to allow that to happen again in Game 2. After a scoreless first period, the Blackhawks found themselves on the penalty kill midway through the second. Marian Hossa swiped the puck from Ryan Suter along the boards and found Jonathan Toews streaking in to the … [Read more...]
Brandon Prust rips official Brad Watson for alleged on-ice comments
Brandon Prust rips official Brad Watson for alleged on-ice comments Brandon Prust might as well just write the NHL a blank check (or cheque) now because he's about to be out of some money. Following Montreal's 6-2 loss to Tampa Bay, the excitable forward was quite vocal in his criticism of veteran referee Brad Watson, and the way the official reacted to Prust's actions in the final two … [Read more...]
Dominant Ducks crush Calgary 3-0 in Game 2
Dominant Ducks crush Calgary 3-0 in Game 2 ANAHEIM – Don’t tell the Ducks they’ve dominated the Calgary Flames through two games of the second round of the playoffs. They'll try to convince you otherwise. By all metrics, because we have to look at ALL of them when we write about Calgary, this series has been no contest. After a 3-0 Game 2 win, the Ducks have out-scored the Flames 9-1. … [Read more...]
Ducks up 2-0, keep Flames in check again
Ducks up 2-0, keep Flames in check again Despite Karri Ramo's best efforts the Ducks earned a 2-0 series lead with a win in Game 2. (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. Anaheim Ducks vs. Calgary Flames, Game 2 Ducks 3, Flames 0 | Ducks … [Read more...]
Steven Stamkos breaks through in Tampa Game 2 drubbing over Montreal (Video)
Steven Stamkos breaks through in Tampa Game 2 drubbing over Montreal (Video) Welcome to the playoffs Steven Stamkos. Where have you been? Actually he has played every game for the Tampa Bay Lighting but hasn’t scored a goal (drum roll please …) UNTIL NOW! Behold the awesome and wonderful glory of Stamkos’ first score this postseason, on a breakaway on Montreal’s Carey Price in Sunday’s Game … [Read more...]
Calgary Flames try to use outsider doubt as power against Ducks
Calgary Flames try to use outsider doubt as power against Ducks ANAHEIM – The Calgary Flames relish the underdog role. It’s almost like their fuel … doubt them and they’ll come out with a stronger performance to prove you wrong. If that’s the case, losing Game 1 by the score of 6-1 to the Anaheim Ducks in their second round series was the perfect way to create seeds of uncertainty. But … [Read more...]
Daily Picks: Habs, Wild, Flames eye rebounds
Daily Picks: Habs, Wild, Flames eye rebounds Carey Price will need to be sharp again in Game 2 vs. the Lightning. (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. Tampa Bay Lightning at Montreal Canadiens, 6 p.m. ET, NBCSN, Game 2 Tampa Bay … [Read more...]
Ryan Kesler good for Anaheim Ducks in spite of villain role
Ryan Kesler good for Anaheim Ducks in spite of villain role ANAHEIM – There’s a distinct and noticeable difference between regular season Ryan Kesler with the Anaheim Ducks and playoff Ryan Kesler in Southern California, at least from the time when he’s visible to the media. In the regular season, he was relaxed. He was laid back. Ask him a question and he’ll quip, he’ll give insight, he’ll … [Read more...]
Flames get Hudler back for Game 2; Giordano cleared for limited contact
Flames get Hudler back for Game 2; Giordano cleared for limited contact Two bits of good news for the Calgary Flames coming off their 6-1 rout by the Anaheim Ducks in Game 1 Friday night. First, Jiri Hudler, who left the game in the second period and didn’t return, will be good to go for Game 2 on Sunday. Bob Hartley also sounded optimistic at the possibility of Micheal Ferland's return … [Read more...]
Derick Brassard goes from penalty box to Game 2 hero for Rangers
Derick Brassard goes from penalty box to Game 2 hero for Rangers NEW YORK – Derick Brassard felt terrible. The New York Rangers forward tried to slow down Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals with a little good ol’ fashioned interference, which is a bit like trying to lasso a freight train. The referees caught Brassard and sent him to the penalty box at 3:57 of the third period, giving … [Read more...]