Jörgen Jönsson's brief NHL career with the New York Islanders and Anaheim Ducks, contrasting his success in Europe with struggles in North America. [ more ]
Rangers should target Anthony Duclair as the 1RW at the trade deadline - Blue Seat Blogs
Rangers are involved in trade rumors with the Anaheim Ducks, potentially looking at players like Adam Henrique and Frank Vatrano.
The Rangers are exploring various trade options to find a winger to play alongside Mika Zibanejad and Chris Kreider, with Anthony Duclair being a more cost-effective option. [ more ]
Ducks welcome the woeful Sharks with chance to end a two-game skid
The Anaheim Ducks have lost two straight games but have a chance to bounce back against the San Jose Sharks, who are one of the worst teams in the NHL.
The Sharks have won their last two games but have struggled this season with many losses.
The Ducks need to work on reducing turnovers and improving their coverage to improve their chances of winning. [ more ]
The Capitals are huge underdogs in 'way too early' betting odds to win Stanley Cup next season
The Washington Capitals are coming off their worst full, 82-game season in 16 years, finishing 25th overall in the league standings.That sort of abject failure - on top of a rookie head coach and a year older core - has heavily impacted the team's betting odds for next season.The Caps are tied for the eighth-worst odds to win the Stanley Cup in 2023-24.
Here we are.Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final kicks off tonight at 8:00 p.m. It's going to be a great battle between two southern teams, surely irritating Canadians-and that may be the best part.I certainly don't think the league should have waited this long, but alas.On the home front, silence remains.
Jeff Halpern reportedly to arrive in DC this week for interview, hiring process could be sped up by offers to Spencer Carbery
The Washington Capitals are still without a head coach after mutually parting ways with Peter Laviolette a month and a half ago and the next step of their process is expected to get going this week.Hockey insider Elliotte Friedman reports on the 32 Thoughts Podcast that the Caps are supposed to bring current Tampa Bay Lightning assistant Jeff Halpern in for his interview at some point in the coming days.
Toronto Maple Leafs Former Top Goalie Prospect Retiring
A former Toronto Maple Leafs top goalie prospect has announced that he is retiring from hockey this past weekend.Justin Pogge who was drafted in the third round of the 2004 NHL Entry Draft by the Toronto Maple Leafs was once thought of as being the future number-one goalie for the organization, but was never ever able to live up to the hype.
New York Rangers latest team to reportedly ask permission to interview Spencer Carbery
Toronto Maple Leafs assistant coach Spencer Carbery appears to be a hot commodity on the coaching market.The Washington Capitals have reportedly already asked permission to interview him for a head coaching position, and he's seemingly already had an interview with the Anaheim Ducks.Now, it looks like the New York Rangers are considering Carbery's services.
Spencer Carbery reportedly gets interview with Anaheim Ducks about open head coach position
Spencer Carbery is one of the rising coaching prospects around the league.The Washington Capitals reportedly asked to speak to him about their open head-coaching position.Now, the former Hershey Bears' head coach is speaking to another team.Wednesday, the Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli reported that the Anaheim Ducks interviewed the 41-year-old for their open position after firing head coach Dallas Eakins at the end of the regular season.
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman will meet with Joel Quenneville after the playoffs to review the veteran coach's status with the league, TSN reported Friday.Quenneville has been out of the NHL since October 2021, when he resigned as Florida Panthers coach.His resignation came after an independent investigation into how the Chicago Blackhawks handled a sexual assault allegation in 2010 implicated Quenneville and other then-Blackhawks leaders for their inaction in the case.
Sharks Should Avoid Trading Up in the 2023 NHL Draft
The San Jose Sharks are a little over a month away from making their selection in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft.Despite a rather dreadful season, they received no help from the lottery.As of now, they are slated to select fourth overall on June 28.While it is certainly upsetting that the Sharks did not win the lottery, they still have a top-five pick in an absolutely insane draft.
Where the Nashville Predators will pick in 2023 NHL Draft; who won No. 1 pick
With the 15th pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, the Nashville Predators will select ... That blank will be filled at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on June 28, when the two-day entry draft will begin.On Monday, the league's non-playoff teams learned the order in which they will pick after the draft lottery was conducted in New Jersey.
What the NHL Draft Lottery Means for the Toronto Maple Leafs
The NHL held the draft lottery on Monday.It's huge news for all the teams who were contending for the top pick.For the Toronto Maple Leafs, they remain firm in their position.The 2023 NHL mock draft gives perspective of what is to come when the general managers gather at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee on June 28 and 29, including what the Toronto Maple Leafs might do.
Adam Fantilli will be so perfect for the Anaheim Ducks
Times are tough for the Anaheim Ducks.They entered the 2023 NHL Draft Lottery with the best odds to win the Connor Bedard Sweepstakes.Their 25.5 percent chance was over ten percent better than the next closest team.Well, they didn't win him.In fact, they now have come in second place in both the Connor Bedard and Sidney Crosby lotteries.
Tom Wilson named nominee for 2023 King Clancy Trophy as player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice
Tom Wilson was announced as the Washington Capitals nominee for the 2023 King Clancy Trophy on Tuesday.The award is given to the player "who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community."The Capitals, in a tweet, said that Wilson "actively gives back to the community through two player programs as well as by being involved in additional initiatives throughout the season."
Capitals to pick 8th in 2023 NHL Draft after standing pat in lottery
Lady Luck was not kind to the Washington Capitals after their worst full season in sixteen years.The Capitals gained no spots in the NHL Draft Lottery and will select 8th overall in the 2023 NHL Draft.The Capitals finished the season as the eighth-worst team in the league.The Chicago Blackhawks won the lottery and will pick first overall.
Anaheim Ducks Owners Swap Offices for Homes Near Arena
The owners of the Anaheim Ducks are revising plans for a retail village by adding more homes and reducing the office space.
The OCVibe project, managed by the Samuelis, aims to transform the area surrounding the Honda Center arena into a bustling urban retail village. [ more ]
How to Watch the Ducks vs. Sharks Game: Streaming & TV Info - February 29
The Ducks and Sharks will face off on February 29 with a losing streak, Ducks ranked low in goals against and scoring, while Sharks have the worst defensive record in the league. [ more ]
Frank Vatrano scores late in OT to lift Ducks past Sharks, 3-2
Troy Terry ties the game with 1:01 left in regulation and assists on Frank Vatrano's game-winning goal in overtime.
Vlasic scores his fifth goal in nine games, becoming the fourth NHL defenseman age 36 or older in the last 10 years to have a three-game goal streak. [ more ]
Bruins' Management Happy With Matt Grzelyck's Season In Boston
Boston Bruins defenseman Matt Grzelyck was supposed to miss more of the beginning of the season than he did while he recuperated from offseason surgery.But in reality, he only needed four games before making his debut against the Anaheim Ducks on October 20.After acquiring defenseman Dmitry Orlov prior to the trade deadline, Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery had planned on rotating the defensive core as a way to keep guys healthy heading into the postseason.
Sharks, facing Rangers, eye first 3-game win streak of season
The New York Rangers will try to gain a split of their four-game western road trip on Tuesday night when they visit the team with the fewest points in the NHL, the San Jose Sharks.
New York won their last game against the Anaheim Ducks with a stunning four-goal comeback in the final 10 minutes of the game. [ more ]
Simon Holmstrom scored the tiebreaking goal for the New York Islanders with 1:33 left in regulation, helping them secure their fourth straight win.
The Islanders are on a hot streak, with a 6-0-1 record in their last seven games and trailing the first-place New York Rangers by just four points in the Metropolitan Division. [ more ]
The Anaheim Ducks will be monitoring five players on the injury report for their game against the San Jose Sharks.
The Ducks have a slightly better scoring record than the Sharks, but the Sharks have a worse goal differential and concede more goals per game. [ more ]
The Anaheim Ducks will be monitoring five players on the injury report for their game against the San Jose Sharks.
The Ducks have a slightly better scoring record than the Sharks, but the Sharks have a worse goal differential and concede more goals per game. [ more ]
Toronto Maple Leafs Front Office Needs to Be Reshuffled
The Toronto Maple Leafs are in line for changes to their lineup this off-season.I think it's time to shake up the front office as well.The regime of Brendan Shanahan (President), Kyle Dubas (GM), and Brandon Pridham (Asst.GM) have not lived up to the hopes of Toronto Maple Leafs fans.A complete overall is not needed, but rather, some reshuffling.