Archive for December, 2009

Loui Eriksson’s second career hat trick sends Stars over Ducks

Loui Eriksson scored three goals for his second career hat trick, and the Dallas Stars beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-3 on Thursday night.

Flames D-men strike out in roster bid

Jarome Iginla is the only member of the Calgary Flames who will be representing Canada at the 2010 Games.

NHL Warns of Counterfeits at Winter Classic

The NHL’s annual outdoor showcase has the league on alert for fake memorabilia. When the hometown Boston Bruins host the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2010 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic at historic Fenway Park on New Year’s Day, the NHL warns that hockey fans will be targeted by counterfeiters attempting to sell unauthorized and poorly produced […]

Shawn LaLonde: Chicago Blackhawks Give Top Prospect Three-Year Deal

On Thursday morning the Blackhawks announced that they had signed 19-year-old defenseman Shawn LaLonde to a new three-year contract extension.

St. Louis disappointed with snub

Martin St. Louis didna t have to wait for Wednesdaya s midday announcement to know that he wasna t going to be part of Team Canada for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

Anaheim Ducks send Kyle Calder to AHL Toronto

Left wing Kyle Calder has cleared waivers and been assigned to the Anaheim Ducks ‘ minor league affiliate in Toronto.

Atl @ Bos

The Atlanta Thrashers will try to halt a five-game losing streak when they face the Boston Bruins in tonight’s clash at TD Garden.

Ryan O’Reilly scores winner, Avalanche beat Senators 4-3

Ryan O’Reilly scored the winning goal early in the third period, and Craig Anderson stopped 27 shots in the Colorado Avalanche’s 4-3 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night.

Roy Back At Practice

Roy was skating on the 4th line during the workout. He will play tomorrow against Atlanta.

Flames named to Finn team

Calgary Flames goalie Miikka Kiprusoff and centre Olli Jokinen were named Wednesday to Finland’s Olympic team.

Ryan, Ducks visit Big D

Anaheim so far is sending seven players to February’s Winter Olympics Games. American Bobby Ryan is putting together a solid case to be number eight.

Thrashers drop sixth straight

Byron Bitz tipped in a shot to start Boston’s three-goal first period and the Bruins warmed up for the outdoor Winter Classic with a 4-0 victory over the Atlanta Thrashers on Wednesday night.

New York Rangers (18-17-4) at Carolina Hurricanes (10-22-7), 8 p.m.

Hoping to bounce back from their most lopsided loss of the season, the New York Rangers head to Raleigh’s RBC Center tonight for the opener of a home-and-home series with the Carolina Hurricanes.

Nas @ CBJ

The good news for the Blue Jackets is that tonight’s game isn’t on the road. The bad news is that it is against the Predators.

Bruins beat Thrashers 4-0 in warmup for outdoor game at Fenway Park against Flyers

Byron Bitz tipped in a shot to start Boston’s three-goal first period and the Bruins warmed up for the outdoor Winter Classic with a 4-0 victory over the Atlanta Thrashers on Wednesday night.

Blackhawks host Devils in clash between division leaders

A pair of division leaders will face off in an interconference showdown to close out 2009 this evening at the United Center, where the visiting New Jersey Devils aim to continue their recent mastery of the Chicago Blackhawks.

Avalanche aiming for more success in Detroit

The Colorado Avalanche will try to continue their recent success against the Detroit Red Wings when the rivals meet tonight at Joe Louis Arena in the Motor City.

So It Begins: No Quick Fix for Calgary Flames As They Continue To Slide

AsA the Calgary Flames keep plummeting in the Western Conference, there is little left to do but scratch one’s head and wonder what could have been.

The Boston Bruinsa Nine Key Moments from 2009

It’s a sweet and richly-deserved deal for the longtime B’s savior, although some fear the pact could inhibit the development of rookie Tuukka Rask.

Scott Niedermayer named captain of 2010 Canadian Olympic hockey team

Scott Niedermayer, Cranbrook, B.C., skates during the Men’s National Olympic Hockey Team orientation camp in Calgary, Tuesday, Aug.

Slovakia has NHL star power in its Olympic lineup

Slovakia will sport a blend of skill and size when it takes to the ice in Vancouver next month at the Winter Games.

Analysis: ‘Disappointing’ Blue Jackets have plenty of issues

Blue Jackets players milled about in the dressing room yesterday wearing new club-issued T-shirts with a new message stamped across the back: “It Starts Now.” Apparently, “What’s Taken So Long?” or “Better Late Than Never” were deemed a little wordy.

Tim’s Take: Stafforda s patience finally pays off

Drew Stafford insisted during an involuntary one-game hiatus that he was simply waiting for an opportunity.

Gallery: Those who missed the cut

A look at the candidates who failed to make Team Canada for Vancouver 2010. A December 29, 2009 A A A A Name: Jay Bouwmeester NHL team: Calgary Flames Position: Defenceman Date of birth: Sept.

Carolina Hurricanes Not Waiting ‘Til New Year’s To Turn Season Around

I was hoping that I could hold off until New Year’s Day to write this article, so the “New Year’s Resolutions” title cliche could be worked into the title, but it seems that Eric Staal and the Carolina Hurricanes aren’t focused on catchy headlines at the moment.

Rink Rap: Bergeron makes Team Canada

Bruins center Patrice Bergeron has been named to Team Canada for the upcoming Vancouver Games.

Team Canada profiles

What a difference eight years makes. With memories of Canada’s historic 2002 gold-medal victory still fresh in the minds of an entire country, only four members of that triumphant team - Scott Niedermayer, Chris Pronger, Jarome Iginla and Martin Brodeur - will be representing the home side in Vancouver.

Three Hawks Named to Canadian Olympic Roster

Team Canada’s roster was announced today, and it included three Blackhawks: Jonathan Toews, Center: Toews is going to be one of the best young players on an absolutely loaded squad.

Blue Jackets Trade Chimera To Capitals

The Blue Jackets announced on Sunday that they would trade LW Jason Chimera to the Washington Capitals for RW Chris Clark and D Milan Jurcina.

Team Canada’s roster set, Niedermayer captain

The roster for the Canadian men’s Olympic hockey team wasn’t settled when Steve Yzerman woke up Wednesday.