Leafs' Komarov ejected for elbowing McDonagh Leo Komarov could be facing a suspension from the NHL. (MSG) Ryan McDonagh just returned to the New York Rangers' lineup after he was sidelined with a concussion. The concussion came from a punch to the head by Philadelphia Flyers forward Wayne Simmonds that did not result in a suspension from the NHL, angering Rangers coach Alain Vigneault. On … [Read more...]

Leo Komarov ejected for nasty head-shot on Ryan McDonagh (Video) Ryan McDonagh returned to the New York Rangers’ lineup on Wednesday night in their loss to the Chicago Blackhawks. He had missed four games after suffering a concussion at the hands – well, the gloved fist –  of Wayne Simmonds of the Philadelphia Flyers.  On Thursday night in Toronto, McDonagh was hit in the head again. This … [Read more...]

P.K. Subban vs. Michel Therrien: Where top dog meets lame duck It’s gotten to the point where one legitimately wonders what, exactly, would warrant Michel Therrien’s firing this season from the Montreal Canadiens.  Would he get fired for going 8-23-1 since Dec. 3? No, he’s very much not fired at the moment, and that is in fact the Habs’ record since Dec. 3. Would he get fired for … [Read more...]

Dennis Wideman to appeal 20-game suspension to arbitrator Calgary Flames defenseman Dennis Wideman will appeal his 20-game suspension for cross-checking a linesman. The decision on whether to keep the suspension at 20 games will now go to a neutral arbitrator. The NHLPA announced the decision after NHL commissioner Gary Bettman reaffirmed Wideman’s suspension following a Feb. 10 hearing. … [Read more...]

Blackhawks present President Obama with United Center parking pass In what’s been a regular occurrence during his term in office, the Chicago Blackhawks celebrated a Stanley Cup championship by visiting President Barack Obama at the White House on Thursday. While congratulating the team, the president gave special recognition to Blackhawks head coach Joel Quenneville, who just moved into … [Read more...]

Marek Vs. Wyshynski: Punchable NHL coaches with Dave Lozo! (Podcast) It's a Wednesday edition of Marek vs. Wyshynski podcast featuring Dave Lozo, in which we discussed:  - Which NHL coaches have the most punchable faces? - The Tampa Bay Lightning, Steven Stamkos and his potential future homes. - The goalie tier system and where Brian Elliott falls on it.  - Are the St. Louis Blues primed to … [Read more...]

Michel Therrien rips late P.K. Subban turnover in loss at Avalanche Montreal Canadiens defenseman P.K. Subban lost his footing in the offensive zone late in a tie-game at the Colorado Avalanche. Avs forward Mikhail Grigorenko pounced on the turnover, rushed up ice in an odd-man situation, a play that was finished with a goal by Colorado forward Jarome Iginla with 2:03 left in the third … [Read more...]

John Scott scores first goal since NHL All-Star Game (Video) St. John’s IceCaps forward John Scott scored his first goal of his 2015-16 professional hockey season. The big enforcer pushed a power play goal past Syracuse Crunch goaltender Kristers Gudlevskis in a 3-2 St. John’s win Wednesday. The game was the 33-year-old Scott’s seventh of the year in the AHL, and his third since winning the … [Read more...]

Did Ben Scrivens sell goalie interference call on Jarome Iginla? (Video) A Jarome Iginla goal was disallowed Wednesday night in a game between the Colorado Avalanche and Montreal Canadiens for goaltender interference. But did Iginla actually interfere with Canadiens netminder Ben Scrivens? At the 13:51 mark of the second period Iginla corralled a rebound off a shot by Erik Johnson and pushed … [Read more...]

Leaving hockey games early? Here’s why you do or don’t (Mailbag) Do you leave hockey games early?  We asked the question on Monday, established some scenarios where it might be acceptable, and then put the question to you. And your answers provided a clear indication that if you want to enjoy the entire game, you should (a) live near the arena and (b) never, under any circumstances, have … [Read more...]