Shuffle puts Nash in middle
Blue Jackets captain Rick Nash has been searching for a quality center to play on his line for about six years.
Archive for October, 2008
Kane has goal and two assists in Blackhawks’ win
October 31, 2008 - 10:16 p.m. Patrick Kane had a goal and two assists, leading the Chicago Blackhawks to a 5-2 win over the Dallas Stars on Friday night.
Dallas Stars at Boston Bruins preview
Zdeno Chara Battles in front of the net aren’t quite as physical as they once were, but these two power players should wage a pretty decent war, especially when the Stars are on the power play.
Dollars and sense deal
In the context of that complicated four-year, $21.6-million contract extension signed by the Ottawa Senators’ Daniel Alfredsson this past week, the question - of what constitutes a “good” contract in today’s …
Ovechkin will miss another game
Alex Ovechkin’s consecutive games streak ended at 203 earlier this week. Reigning NHL scoring champion and MVP Alex Ovechkin will miss a second straight game as he visits his ailing grandfather in Russia.
Stars call up left wing, place center on IR
The Dallas Stars have recalled left wing Chris Conner of the American Hockey League’s Peoria Rivermen and placed center Joel Lundqvist on injured reserve.
Blue Jackets’ Boll suspended for one game after fighting
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Jared Boll has been suspended for one game after fighting during their win over Colorado Avalanche, the NHL said on Friday.
Chicago Blackhawks: Players Under The Radar
The Blackhawks of this season are a different looking bunch. Gone are names like Sergei Samsonov, Tuomo Ruutu, Patrick Lalime, and Robert Lang.
The Leafs’ season so far? It looks awful but it works
Matt Stajan was a healthy scratch for the third game of the season, while Alexei Ponikarovsky was demoted to the fourth line early on.
‘Canes sign former Sabre Ryan
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed free agent forward Michael Ryan to a one-year contract, according to President and General Manager Jim Rutherford.
Brophy: Rink reflections
Oct. 30: Psst, do you know if guys get kickbacks for appearing in the gallery on Sportsnet.ca? Check it out.
#20 Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers are owned by Daryl Katz , who bought them in 2008 for $170 mil .
At the second intermission: Flames 0 Avalanche 0
The Flames and Avs have played some wild and eventful games in recent seasons a ‘ the 5-4 Calgary victory two weeks ago at the Saddledome was one of them a ‘ but tonight’s affair has been, to say the least, …
Hurricanes sign Ryan
The Carolina Hurricanes signed forward Michael Ryan to a one-year contract on Friday.
Blackhawks Welcome Stars To Windy City
The Chicago Blackhawks will try to avoid a third straight loss when they welcome the Dallas Stars to the Windy City for tonight’s battle at the United Center.
Blue Jackets’ Boll suspended
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Jared Boll was suspended for one game by the National Hockey League on Friday.
Ducks beat Wings on OT goal
Francois Beauchemin batted in a rebound 1:39 into overtime Teemu Selanne scored three goals for his 21st NHL hat trick and Ryan Getzlaf had five assists to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a 5-4 victory over the …
Pesky Leafs fight back to beat Bruins
BOSTONa ‘It’s all but official now: Luke Schenn has made the Leafs as a teenage defenceman.
Canucks-Ducks Preview
That should have the Vancouver Canucks more than a little worried. Coming off his first three-goal game of the season, Selanne will try to lead the Ducks to their sixth straight win on Friday night when they …
Tallinder and Rivet Return to Ice
It appears the Buffalo Sabres are finally starting to get healthier. The Sabres are already getting forward Paul Gaustad back for Thursday night’s game with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Thrashers-Rangers Preview
Having tied the best 12-game start in franchise history and with the highest point total in the NHL, the New York Rangers look to keep their roll going when they face a team that’s tied for the fewest points in …
Sharks Beat Red Wings 4-2 for McLellan
Jamie McGinn scored his first career goal during a three-goal outburst midway through the second period that helped the San Jose Sharks beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-2 Thursday night in coach Todd McLellan’s …
At the second intermission: Flames 0 Avalanche 0
The Flames and Avs have played some wild and eventful games in recent seasons a ‘ the 5-4 Calgary victory two weeks ago at the Saddledome was one of them a ‘ but tonight’s affair has been, to say the least, …
Blackhawks-Wild: Huet and Blackhawks Look To Continue Points Streak
The Chicago Blackhawks will take their six game point streak into Minnesota to take on the Wild.
Dallas Stars planning to tighten things up on road trip
Two of the most important mantras in hockey are: You always play better defense on the road; and you always play better defense for the backup goalie.
Ward stops 19 shots to help Carolina beat Blues
Carolina goalie Cam Ward stopped 19 shots and Tuomo Ruutu scored in the third period, helping the Hurricanes to a 1-0 victory Thursday over the St.
Heatley, Kelly lift Senators over Panthers 2-1
Dany Heatley and Chris Kelly scored third-period goals to help the Ottawa Senators rally for a 2-1 win over Florida on Thursday night.The victory was Ottawa’s second in a row following a four-game losing …
Game Day
Outscored 7-3 in the first 20 minutes of the previous eight games they’ve played, a better start is essential for the Oilers.
Ovechkin’s return uncertain
General manager George McPhee spoke to the NHL’s reigning MVP on the telephone but as of Thursday afternoon did not have an updated timetable for Ovechkin’s possible return.
Atlanta D Bogosian out indefinitely
Atlanta Thrashers rookie defenseman Zach Bogosian is out indefinitely after breaking his leg in Tuesday’s loss to the Philadelphia Flyers.