The 25 Ugliest Jerseys in Hockey History
Alternate jerseys were introduced to the NHL in 1992, when the Original Six clubs wore throwback jerseys in the league’s 75th inaugural year. They’ve taken on a life of their own in today’s NHL, where clubs release new alternate sweaters every few years. This may bother those purists who believe that it’s just a cash cow […]
NHL 2012 Lockout : Can the NHL survive?
The sound you hear is the steady marching of feet, at a plodding yet undeniable pace. Many feet shuffling toward the cliff of no return, this 42nd day of the fourth NHL lockout in 20 years. One of the greatest sports in Northern American history is imploding before our very eyes. Make no mistake, this […]
San Jose Sharks : Top 3 Reasons why Sharks should pass on JVR
Kevin Kutz from CSN Bay Area recently wrote a piece that hinted at James van Riemsdyk being a good target for the San Jose Sharks, rather than Rick Nash. We’ve reviewed the potential Rick Nash trade, and the many points as to why we do not need him especially for the price tag (Logan Couture ++++) that Scott […]
San Jose Sharks Sign Brad Stuart – New look Defense the Answer?
As expected, defenseman Brad Stuart has signed with the San Jose Sharks to the tune of 3.6 million per for 3 years. It was no small secret that Stuart wanted to return “home” to his wife and daughter, who had to live in California during Stuart’s Red Wing tenure. Stuart had 21 points and a […]
San Jose Sharks trade for Brad Stuart’s rights – Win, Lose or Draw?
In an early and surprising move, the San Jose Sharks sent forward Andrew Murray and a conditional seventh-round draft pick to the Detroit Red Wings for the rights to unrestricted free agent defenseman Brad Stuart ( according to CSN Bay Area ) Brad Stuart Vitals : Brad Stuart, Defenseman #23 32 Years Old (November 6, 1979) 6’2″, 215 […]
NHL Playoffs 2012 : Five Reasons the Kings Sweep the Canucks
Canada’s lost sons, the Vancouver Canucks may be getting their leading scorer in Daniel Sedin back in the lineup after quite an absence. Having lost their last six playoff games, a seventh loss means the Canucks will be golfing a tad earlier than they had planned. While the Canucks put up a great effort in […]
NHL Playoffs 2012 : Raffi Torres to spin the NHL Wheel of Morality
We’ve all seen the signs, the disturbing hits and cheap shots that have seemed to ramp up lately in the NHL. Things that cross the line of competitive fire and balance, into an ugly gray area of dirty play, cheap shots and intent to injure. It’s been a disturbing trend of declining respect among their […]
NHL Playoffs 2012 : Byron Bitz spins the NHL Wheel of Morality!!
Vancouver Canucks right wing Byron Bitz was suspended for two games today for his hard hit along the boards Wednesday night on Kings wing Kyle Clifford. Yes, just 24 hours after their latest disciplinary gaffe, the NHL felt as though there wasn’t enough outrage or backlash to suffice. In order to restore balance to the […]
San Jose Sharks Game Day #82 – Winning the Pacific Division. I said it.
It’s easy to spout out any number of sports clichés when you think about the magnitude of the last game of the season. It’s also incredibly predictable, so to spare you the trouble feel free to insert any “game of the season” clichés you wish. It’s a game San Jose wants to win in order […]
San Jose Sharks Game Day #79 – Shooting out the Stars
San Jose shutdown the Stars last Saturday 3-0, allowing them to leapfrog into the 8th spot in the Western Conference. Things got chippy between the two rivals late, and you can expect more of the rough stuff tonight. With a 4-0-1 record against the Stars this year, San Jose has taken care of business both […]