The Nashville Predators have made a significant move by bringing back longtime goalie guru Mitch Korn as their director of goaltending. This decision reunites him with former general manager Barry Trotz, with whom he has worked together at several coaching stops around the NHL. Korn’s impressive resume and expertise in developing elite goaltenders make him
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In a recent announcement, the Seattle Kraken revealed their decision to name Dan Bylsma as the second head coach in franchise history. Bylsma, who has been coaching the Kraken’s AHL affiliate, the Coachella Valley Firebirds, for the past two seasons, will be taking over the reins from Dave Hakstol, who was recently dismissed after three
The New York Rangers found themselves in a tough spot during Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Florida Panthers. With a two-goal lead entering the third period, the Panthers managed to tie the game 4-4, putting the Rangers on the defensive. However, coach Peter Laviolette’s decision to call a timeout turned the
New York Rangers forward Jimmy Vesey is facing a major setback as he is classified as week-to-week with an upper body injury, according to coach Peter Laviolette. This comes after Vesey took a hard hit from Florida Panthers’ forward Ryan Lomberg during Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Final. Vesey did not return for the
In a thrilling Game 2 of the Eastern Conference final, Barclay Goodrow stepped up for the New York Rangers, scoring the game-winning goal at 14:01 of overtime. His snap shot from above circled over goalie Sergei Bobrovsky’s right shoulder, igniting the Madison Square Garden crowd and evening the series against the Florida Panthers. After being
Scott Arniel, a former player for the Winnipeg Jets in the 1980s, has been appointed as the new head coach of the team. Despite interviewing other candidates, Arniel was a front runner for the position due to his previous experience with the franchise, the city, and his tenure as an associate coach for the past
Rick Tocchet, the coach of the Vancouver Canucks, was recently named the NHL’s coach of the year. This prestigious award came after he led the Canucks to their second playoff berth in nine years. Tocchet received 82 first-place votes and appeared on 109 of the 114 ballots submitted by members of the NHL Broadcasters’ Association.
The Eastern Conference finals of the 2024 Stanley Cup playoffs will see the New York Rangers facing off against the Florida Panthers. The experts are divided in their predictions for this matchup, with some leaning towards the Panthers and others favoring the Rangers. The consensus pick seems to be the Rangers, but with close calls
The Edmonton Oilers have once again showcased their prowess on the power play throughout the playoffs. With a success rate of 36.8%, the Oilers had the best power-play unit in the NHL heading into Game 7. Players like Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid have been instrumental in this success, with Draisaitl scoring six power-play goals
The Edmonton Oilers’ journey to the Western Conference finals was anything but smooth sailing. With a three-goal lead that eventually shrunk to just one goal in the dying minutes of Game 7 against the Vancouver Canucks, the Oilers displayed a mix of nerves and resilience. Despite the close call, the Oilers managed to secure a
Vancouver Canucks fans were left disappointed as news broke that right wing Brock Boeser would not be able to play in Game 7 of their second-round series against the Edmonton Oilers. This was due to a blood-clotting issue, according to a source who confirmed the report to ESPN. The Canucks, however, have not provided a
In a thrilling match at the ice hockey world championship, Canada managed to rally past Switzerland with a final score of 3-2. Dylan Cozens emerged as a key player for Canada, scoring two goals and providing an assist during the game. With this victory, Canada maintained its flawless record in the tournament, securing its sixth
It was announced on Saturday that Mike Sullivan, the two-time Stanley Cup champion coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins, has been selected to lead the U.S. team at the 2026 Milan Olympics. This decision comes as no surprise, as Sullivan’s coaching prowess and experience make him a solid choice to guide the American squad in their
In a stunning turn of events, Phillip Di Giuseppe made a triumphant return to the Vancouver Canucks after missing the past two games for the birth of his son. Di Giuseppe, who had struggled to make an impact in the playoffs prior to Game 5, scored his first career playoff goal and played a crucial
Connor Ingram, the talented goaltender who has overcome his struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder and alcoholism, has been honored with the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy for his perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have shown exceptional perseverance in the face of adversity, and Ingram’s story is a true testament to
Canada faced an intense matchup against Austria in the ice hockey world championship, where they had a commanding 6-1 lead going into the third period. However, Austria shocked everyone by mounting an incredible comeback, scoring five goals in the final period to force the game into overtime. This turn of events highlighted the importance of
The New York Rangers faced an unexpected challenge in Game 5 against the Carolina Hurricanes as they failed to close out the series at home. The team’s captain, Jacob Trouba, acknowledged that the loss presented an important character test for the Rangers. Despite holding a 3-1 series lead, the Rangers faced a setback with a
The decision to replace goaltender Stuart Skinner with Calvin Pickard after the second period of a 4-3 loss to the Vancouver Canucks has raised concerns about the Edmonton Oilers’ goaltending situation. Skinner, who has been the starter throughout the playoffs, allowed four goals on 15 shots in Game 3, prompting the coaching staff to make