Category: NHL Hockey

Sharks stung in overtime by Pearson, Kings

SAN JOSE >> Goalie Martin Jones gave the Sharks every opportunity to win Tuesday’s game with the Los Angeles Kings in regulation time. Tanner Pearson scored 58 seconds into overtime, taking a pass from Jeff Carter on a 2 on 1 and beating Jones with a one-timer to give the Kings a 2-1 win over the Sharks at SAP Center.

Columbus Blue Jackets fan ‘Dancing Kevin’ loses 160 pounds

The Columbus Blue Jackets fan known as the obese “Dancing Kevin” who displays his painted belly at hockey games has lost more than 160 pounds. Kevin Schroeder tells The Columbus Dispatch he weighed more than 370 pounds a year ago, had distanced himself from his friends, and considered letting “nature take its course.”

Winter Classic brought a buzz to St. Louis, says Hall of Famer Hull

Former St. Louis Blues’ Brett Hull warms up during the winter classic alumni outdoor hockey game against the Chicago Blackhawks at Busch Stadium, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in St. Louis. Former St. Louis Blues’ Brett Hull skates the puck into his offensive zone as former Chicago Blackhawks’ Adam Burish follows behind during the winter classic alumni outdoor hockey game at Busch Stadium, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in St. Louis.

Coyotes claim Burmistrov off waivers from Winnipeg

The Arizona Coyotes have claimed centre Alexander Burmistrov from the Winnipeg Jets and recalled defenceman Kevin Connauton from the Tucson Roadrunners of the AHL. Burmistrov had two assists in 23 games with the Jets this season and has 30 goals with 51 assists in 298 career games.

Sunday’s NHL Capsules

Auston Matthews scored in regulation and overtime in his first outdoor game, leading the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 5-4 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday in the Centennial Classic. In a game delayed 30 minutes at the start because of sun on the ice at BMO Field, Matthews won it with the 20th of his rookie season after the Maple Leafs blew a three-goal lead in the third period.

Bettman still down on Olympics; NHLPA’s Fehr ‘more optimistic now than I ever have been’

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, left, and Wayne Gretzky speak to the media before the Toronto Maple Leafs play against the Detroit Red Wings during the NHL Centennial Classic in Toronto on Sunday, January 1, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, left, and Wayne Gretzky speak to the media before the Toronto Maple Leafs play against the Detroit Red Wings during the NHL Centennial Classic in Toronto on Sunday, January 1, 2017.

Malkin’s OT winner propels Pens past Canadiens-Image1

Pittsburgh Penguins’ Ian Cole collides with Montreal Canadiens’ Brian Flynn during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016. Pittsburgh Penguins’ Sidney Crosby collides with Montreal Canadiens’ Chris Terry during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016.

Equipment manager gets in game at goalie for Hurricanes

Carolina equipment manager Jorge Alves played the last 7.6 seconds of the Hurricanes’ 3-1 loss Saturday night to the Tampa Bay Lightning after signing a professional tryout contract to be the backup goalie in place of Eddie Lack, who is ill. “It’s special, it’s unbelievable,” said Alves, who didn’t face a shot.

Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand has 10 goals and

Bruins’ Brad Marchand stands up to Twitter user who used homophobic slur Marchand says this struck home because he has a “few friends that are in same-sex relationships.” Check out this story on lakecountrynow.com: http://usat.ly/2hDYIL5 BOSTON – Bruins winger Brad Marchand is standing up to a Twitter user who attacked him with a homophobic slur.

Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand has 10 goals and

Bruins’ Brad Marchand stands up to Twitter user who used homophobic slur Marchand says this struck home because he has a “few friends that are in same-sex relationships.” Check out this story on lakecountrynow.com: http://usat.ly/2hDYIL5 BOSTON – Bruins winger Brad Marchand is standing up to a Twitter user who attacked him with a homophobic slur.

Howden happy to sign with Tampa Bay Lightning

… they’re telling me how I can improve my game, how I can help the team and what’s coming ahead.” Randy Palmer is a sports reporter with the Moose Jaw Times-Herald. You can reach him at 306-692-1257, by email at sports@mjtimes.sk.ca or on Twitter …

Howden happy to sign with Tampa Bay Lightning

… they’re telling me how I can improve my game, how I can help the team and what’s coming ahead.” Randy Palmer is a sports reporter with the Moose Jaw Times-Herald. You can reach him at 306-692-1257, by email at sports@mjtimes.sk.ca or on Twitter …

Flyers’ Konecny benched; Pronger returning to ice

In a surprising move, speedy rookie left winger Travis Konecny, who had two assists in Wednesday’s 6-3 loss in St. Louis, was benched Friday against San Jose. It was the first benching of the season for Konecny, who has four goals, 14 assists, 18 points, and a minus-2 rating in 37 games.

NHL still searching for reason to play at 2018 Winter Games

NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly says the league lacks a compelling reason to have its players compete in the next Winter Olympics in South Korea NHL still searching for reason to play at 2018 Winter Games NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly says the league lacks a compelling reason to have its players compete in the next Winter Olympics in South Korea Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2iNFzEd Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn, left, congratulates teammate center Devin Shore after Shore scored a goal against the Colorado Avalanche during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Dallas, Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016. The Stars won 4-2.

The Noon Number: Throwing Away Their Shot

That checks in as the highest shot total in a loss since suffering a similar 2-1 defeat at the hands of the Sabres in November 2014, and the 14th-highest shot total in a loss since the start of the Alex Ovechkin era. It’s also just the tenth time over that span in which they’ve had at least 44 shots and just one goal .

Wild win 12th in a row, 6-4 against Islanders

… the first time in NHL history two teams have had concurrent win streaks of at least 12 games, according to the Elias Sports Bureau. “They have a will to win,” Minnesota coach Bruce Boudreau said of his team. “I mean, they like this. I’m sure …

Blue Jackets win 14th straight, on to historic game vs. Wild

Columbus Blue Jackets’ Brandon Saad scores on Winnipeg Jets goaltender Michael Hutchinson as Dustin Byfuglien and Mathieu Perreault defend during the first period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016, in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky makes a save against the Winnipeg Jets during the first period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016, in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

What if ?????

This summer, the Islanders lost two key players to free agency, and there were many reports that a trade could have been made for an elite winger, as well. Using Franchise Hockey Manager 3, let’s see what might have happened if I had replaced Garth Snow and these deals actually happened: These moves left the Isles with only 5 defensemen on the 23 man roster, so I made the following moves: I then had the CPU assistant GM set the organization up using the CPU’s values.

Toronto Maple Leafs loan veteran goalie Enroth to AHL’s Marlies squad

Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Jhonas Enroth’s stick is stuck on his net during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the New Jersey Devils, Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2016, in Newark, N.J. The Leafs loaned goaltender Enroth to the AHL’s Toronto Marlies on Wednesday.THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Julio Cortez Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Jhonas Enroth’s stick is stuck on his net during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the New Jersey Devils, Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2016, in Newark, N.J. The Leafs loaned goaltender Enroth to the AHL’s Toronto Marlies on Wednesday.THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Julio Cortez Enroth, 28, has appeared in six games with the Maple Leafs .

World Juniors 2017 Daily: Russia Gets Back On Track

Remember two days ago, when Canada ran out to a 4-1 lead over Russia and people were wondering what in the world was happening to the Russian team and whether it could make good on its expected deep run at the 2017 World Juniors? Yeah, never mind. Granted, Latvia isn’t the most imposing opposition, but the Russians served notice that they won’t be a pushover and face a very intriguing matchup with the United States tomorrow.

Own the Sabres

… franchises. I’m applying basic project management ideals here (cause I’m an IT PM) and overlaying those concepts onto sports franchising. I’m sticking with the ownership of the Sabres in this blog but many of the principles here can be applied to …

A (New York Rangers) Christmas Carol

“Bah humbug,” he growled, sipping at his lukewarm coffee. The Rangers post game played softly in the background, the illumination of the television acting as the only light in the room — flashing distorted shadows all over the walls.