Category: NHL Players

Predators Subban dealing with new injury, feels better daily

P.K. Subban is dealing with something he’s never had before but is seeing daily improvement with the upper-body injury that has kept the Norris Trophy winner out of the Predators’ lineup since Dec. 15. “It’s difficult, but at the same token I’m optimistic,” Subban said Tuesday . “I’ve been pretty lucky my whole career to play in pretty much all the games and just so happens that this is just the way it went for me this time.

Maple Leafs bring back the past to inspire young lineup

In this Jan. 1, 2017 file photo, Toronto Maple Leafs center Mitch Marner celebrates his goal with teammates James van Riemsdyk , Tyler Bozak and Nikita Zaitsev during the third period of the NHL Centennial Classic hockey game in Toronto. The franchise is celebrating its 100th year while also trying to move past half a century without a championship.

Thomas Chabot leads the way for Team Canada’s defence

Thomas Chabot #5 of Team Canada skates the puck against Tomas Soustal #15 of Team Czech Republic during the 2017 IIHF World Junior Championship quarterfinal game at the Bell Centre on January 2, 2017 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Thomas Chabot #5 of Team Canada skates the puck against Tomas Soustal #15 of Team Czech Republic during the 2017 IIHF World Junior Championship quarterfinal game at the Bell Centre on January 2, 2017 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Lightning’s Erne makes NHL debut

LW Adam Erne learned he was making his NHL debut Tuesday when he reached the locker room before morning skate and say his number included on the board of those who would dress for the game against the Jets. Erne, the Lightning’s second pick in the 2013 draft, was recalled Sunday because of the lower body injury to C Brian Boyle .

Sharks looking for response in Tuesday’s rematch with Kings

Defenseman Mirco Mueller will make his NHL season debut Tuesday night at SAP Center as the Sharks face the Los Angeles Kings in what should be another lively affair between the two California rivals. Mueller, who was recalled on Monday, will likely be paired with Dylan DeMelo as the Sharks look get a measure of redemption after Saturday’s 3-2 loss to the Kings at Staples Center.

Blackhawks trade rumors 2017: Chicago interested in Jarome Iginla?

The Chicago Blackhawks are reportedly looking for help at wing, and it’s possible they’ve considered Jarome Iginla as an option. The pairing was first brought up Tuesday by Bleacher Report’s Adrian Dater, and then the Chicago Sun-Times’ Mark Lazerus followed up to mention Iginla’s name “has been thrown around a bit.”

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.

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.

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.

New Year’s Resolutions for the Lightning

As we say goodbye to 2016 and transition into the new year, I think it’d be appropriate to make a list of New Year’s Resolutions for the Lightning . Though the season isn’t past the halfway point yet, there are still adjustments that can be made and changes in the way the team handles different opponents.

New Year’s Resolutions for the Lightning

As we say goodbye to 2016 and transition into the new year, I think it’d be appropriate to make a list of New Year’s Resolutions for the Lightning . Though the season isn’t past the halfway point yet, there are still adjustments that can be made and changes in the way the team handles different opponents.

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.

Wild, Blue Jackets to make win-streak history Saturday

When the Wild hosts the Blue Jackets today, it will be the first time in North America’s four major pro sports that teams with concurrent winning streaks of at least 12 games meet, the Elias Sports Bureau says. The Wild has won a team-record 12 straight games and is a franchise-best 13-0-1 in its past 14. The Blue Jackets have a franchise-record 14-game winning streak, tied for fourth longest in NHL history, that started with a 5-1 win against the Lightning on Nov. 29. The previous best winning-streak matchup was 11 versus 11 when the Lakers visited the Trail Blazers on Feb. 29, 2000.

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 …

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.