The NHL commissioner Gary Bettman made a decision to uphold a five-game suspension for Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly. This suspension stems from a cross-check against Ottawa Senators forward Ridly Greig during a game in February. Rielly’s actions occurred in the closing seconds of the game and he was immediately penalized with a match
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New York Rangers rookie forward Matt Rempe made history on Sunday, as he became the first player ever to make his NHL debut in a regular-season outdoor game. The game took place at MetLife Stadium, where Rempe wasted no time in trying to make an impression on the New York Islanders by engaging in a
The New Jersey Devils managed to secure a crucial 6-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers in front of a record-breaking crowd at MetLife Stadium. Captain Nico Hischier emphasized the significance of this victory, stating that it was a game that brought the team together. With the Devils now within striking distance of the Flyers in
The recent injury to Blake Wheeler, a 37-year-old seasoned veteran, has left the New York Rangers reeling as they head into their upcoming Stadium Series game against the New York Islanders. Wheeler’s absence from the team not only affects their lineup on the ice but also has an emotional impact on his teammates. As Captain
In a thrilling match against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Blackhawks rookie center Connor Bedard made his highly anticipated return to the ice after a 14-game absence due to a broken jaw. Despite the Blackhawks’ 4-1 loss, Bedard’s performance stood out as he immediately made an impact, providing an assist on Philipp Kurashev’s second-period goal. This impressive
The Columbus Blue Jackets made a shocking announcement recently, firing Jarmo Kekalainen, the longest-tenured general manager in the franchise’s history. This decision comes as a result of the team’s disappointing performance this season, with the Blue Jackets currently possessing the worst record in the Eastern Conference. In this article, we will delve into the details
The NHL Department of Player Safety has imposed a five-game suspension on Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly for a cross-check to the head of Ottawa Senators forward Ridly Greig. The incident occurred after Greig scored an empty-net goal with just a few seconds remaining in the game. The NHL deemed Rielly’s actions as an
The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing the possibility of playing several games without their top defenseman, Morgan Rielly. The 29-year-old is scheduled for an in-person hearing with the NHL’s department of player safety in New York, which could result in a lengthy suspension. Rielly’s actions during a game against the Ottawa Senators on Saturday night
San Jose Sharks winger Tomas Hertl is facing a significant setback as he will be sidelined for several weeks after undergoing surgery to remove loose cartilage in his left knee. The team made the announcement on Monday, but no specific timeline for Hertl’s return has been established yet. This comes as a blow to the
The Carolina Hurricanes received unfortunate news regarding their goaltender Antti Raanta. Coach Rod Brind’Amour announced on Saturday that Raanta will be out for a minimum of two weeks due to a lower-body injury. This comes as a blow to the team as they rely on Raanta’s skills and experience to anchor their defense. Raanta, who
In a heated showdown between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Ottawa Senators, All-Star defenseman Morgan Rielly found himself at the center of controversy. With just 5.1 seconds left on the clock, Ottawa’s Ridly Greig raced into the Maple Leafs’ zone and unleashed a powerful slap shot into an empty net, securing a 5-3 victory
The Colorado Avalanche experienced a disappointing 4-0 loss to the Florida Panthers on Saturday night, but the bigger concern for the team is the injury to their All-Star player, Nathan MacKinnon. MacKinnon’s departure from the game came after a headfirst fall that resulted in his chin hitting the ice in the third period. This incident
The Minnesota Wild showcased their prowess on the ice as they triumphed over the Pittsburgh Penguins in a thrilling 3-2 victory on Friday night. However, the real highlight of the game was the celebration of Marc-Andre Fleury’s impressive career. Fleury, who recently surpassed Patrick Roy’s win record, was honored in a pregame ceremony, solidifying his
The Boston Bruins received a major blow as rookie center Matthew Poitras will miss the remainder of the regular season due to a right shoulder injury that required surgery. This announcement came from the team on Wednesday, leaving fans and management disappointed. Poitras, who is only 19 years old, had already made a significant impact
RALEIGH, N.C. — Playing for a new team in a familiar building worked out just fine for Vancouver’s Elias Lindholm on Tuesday night. Lindholm scored two power-play goals in similar fashion in his debut with the Canucks and J.T. Miller provided the winning goal in a 3-2 victory against the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday night.
Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov has entered the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program, leaving the team to prepare for the remainder of the season without him. Kuznetsov will be away from the team indefinitely as he seeks the necessary care. Although his absence poses a challenge for the Capitals, the priority is to support Kuznetsov and
In a shocking turn of events, a 2018 case has resurfaced and has led to sexual assault charges against five current and former NHL players. Carter Hart of the Philadelphia Flyers, Michael McLeod and Cal Foote of the New Jersey Devils, Dillon Dube of the Calgary Flames, and former NHL player Alex Formenton are all
The NHL All-Star weekend in Toronto was a moment of glory for the Maple Leafs and their fans. Auston Matthews, the league’s leading goal scorer, stole the show during the All-Star Game tournament, earning the MVP title in Team Matthews’ 7-4 victory over Team McDavid. The game took place at Scotiabank Arena, the Maple Leafs’