WHL brings U.S. Challenge Cup to Seattle area in attempt to attract more U.S. players
By Andy Eide KENT – Some of the top youth hockey players in Western North America will be descending on the Seattle area in February as the Western Hockey League announced Tuesday the formation of the inaugural WHL U.S. Challenge Cup. The Cup will be a premier tournament for Bantam AAA (players under 14-years-old) hockey […]
Weekly One-Timers: Hockey looks in the mirror and more
By Andy Eide It turns out that the firing of Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock set off a series events that has the hockey world reeling and in the midst of self-reflection. In the days following Babcock’s dismissal, a story broke in the Toronto Sun detailing an incident between Babcock and then rookie […]
Weekly One Timers: Maple Leafs do a thing, Coyotes, and more
By Andy Eide What was a tranquil and pleasant Wednesday in the hockey world had a tub of kerosene thrown on it and sparked into a raging inferno by the afternoon. The Toronto Maple Leafs announced that they had relieved head coach Mike Babcock of his duties. Toronto is in the midst of a five-game […]
Weekly One-Timers: No hangovers for Bruins and Blues
By Andy Eide Enduring through the grind of a full NHL season and playoffs all the way to a Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final can take a toll on a team. That’s what the Boston Bruins did last season as they lost to St. Louis in the end. This offseason the Bruins didn’t […]
For indigenous players Roddy Ross and Conner Roulette, hockey is more than just a game
By Andy Eide When goalie Roddy Ross joined the Seattle Thunderbirds last January, he was sporting a nondescript mask. It was painted plain white with no markings other than the manufacturer’s name. After a few successful outings it was clear that Ross, who would eventually get drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers, was going to be […]
Weekly One-Timers: Islanders and Canucks hot, injuries, and more
By Andy Eide With a 1-0 shutout of the Buffalo Sabres Saturday night, the New York Islanders extended their win streak to nine straight and remain the hottest team in the NHL. Coming into the season the general consensus among the NHL pundits were that the Islanders could take a step back this season. They […]
Weekly One Timers: Some hot, some cold, snow and comebacks
By Andy Eide Whether you’re a fan of outdoor games or feel that they’re a gimmick whose intrigue has been run dry, it was hard not to love Saturday’s Heritage Classic in Regina. The Winnipeg Jets and Calgary Flames played an entertaining game in the dark, cold, and snow. The Jets won 2-1 on an […]
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