In a recent game between the New York Rangers and the New York Islanders, tensions ran high as Rangers coach Peter Laviolette criticized the Islanders’ players for what he described as “vicious” hits. One particular hit that sparked controversy occurred with 11:09 left in the third period when Rangers center Mika Zibanejad collided with Islanders
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New Jersey Devils’ standout center Jack Hughes will be undergoing season-ending shoulder surgery on Wednesday, as announced by the team on Tuesday. This decision was made after careful consideration by Hughes, his family, representatives, and the Devils’ medical staff. The surgery will be conducted by Dr. Peter Millett in Vail, Colorado, with the expectation that
The Dallas Stars showcased their dominance in a key Western Conference matchup against the Colorado Avalanche, securing a 7-4 victory on Sunday night. Tyler Seguin led the charge with two goals, while Thomas Harley made a significant impact with assists on all three of Dallas’ power-play goals in the second period. This performance propelled the
In a devastating blow to the Colorado Avalanche, forward Mikko Rantanen will be sidelined due to a concussion, forcing him to miss an important game against the Dallas Stars. This absence breaks Rantanen’s impressive streak of playing in 161 consecutive games, highlighting his reliability and importance to the team. With only five games left in
During a recent game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Tampa Bay Lightning, longtime NHL referee Steve Kozari was involved in a dangerous collision with Lightning defenseman Haydn Fleury. The incident occurred at center ice in the third period, resulting in Kozari being stretchered off the ice and taken to UPMC Mercy Hospital for precautionary
The recently launched Professional Women’s Hockey League has introduced a new trophy for its teams to compete for during the upcoming playoffs. Named the Walter Cup after the primary financial backer, Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter, and his family, this trophy signifies a significant milestone for women’s hockey. The league made the announcement with
Minnesota Wild forward Ryan Hartman faced the consequences of his actions after the team’s overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. The NHL’s Department of Player Safety handed down a three-game suspension to Hartman following a phone hearing to address his unsportsmanlike behavior. The incident occurred when Hartman threw his stick towards officials in frustration
In a remarkable display of talent and skill, Auston Matthews made history by becoming the NHL’s first two-time 60-goal scorer in 30 years. The Toronto center’s outstanding performance in the Maple Leafs’ 3-0 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night solidified his status as one of the league’s elite goal scorers. By achieving this
Nathan MacKinnon’s impressive 35-game home points streak came to an end in a hard-fought 3-2 shootout loss to the New York Rangers at Ball Arena. This streak, which saw MacKinnon amass 29 goals and 77 points, placed him second in NHL history behind Wayne Gretzky’s 40-game streak set during the 1988-89 season. Additionally, MacKinnon’s 19-game
Recently, there has been a significant development in the career of goaltender Ivan Fedotov. CSKA Moscow, the team in Russia’s KHL with whom Fedotov was under contract, made a surprising announcement regarding the termination of his contract. This unexpected move has opened up the possibility for Fedotov to potentially join the Philadelphia Flyers in the
The hopes of bringing the NHL’s Washington Capitals and the NBA’s Washington Wizards to northern Virginia were crushed as the city of Alexandria announced on Wednesday that negotiations had come to an end. This decision effectively ended the proposal to create a development district with a new arena for the teams. Virginia’s House speaker, Don
The Colorado Avalanche made a strategic move by signing goaltender Justus Annunen to a two-year contract extension through the 2025-26 season. This signing not only secures the team’s future but also showcases their confidence in Annunen’s abilities. At just 24 years old, Annunen has already proven himself to be a valuable asset to the team
The Pittsburgh Penguins made an announcement regarding the missing shipment of Jaromir Jagr bobblehead dolls, declaring that the bobbleheads are no longer missing. This missing shipment was reported as stolen on March 14. After diligent efforts, the team was able to secure the missing cargo of bobblehead dolls. Penguins president of business operations, Kevin Acklin,
Sam Reinhart had an impressive performance scoring two goals against the Philadelphia Flyers, reaching a total of 50 goals in the season. This milestone goal helped the Florida Panthers secure a 4-1 victory over their opponents. Reinhart’s achievement puts him in an elite class of players in the NHL, showcasing his skill and talent on
T.J. Oshie, a key player for the Washington Capitals, made a crucial return to the lineup just in time for a significant milestone in his career. His return comes at a pivotal juncture of the season, with the Capitals vying for a spot in the playoffs. Oshie had missed the previous two games due to
The recent six-game suspension handed down by the NHL Department of Player Safety to Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson has once again put a spotlight on his on-ice behavior. The suspension came as a result of a high stick to the head of Toronto Maple Leafs forward Noah Gregor during a game on Wednesday night.
In a highly anticipated matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Washington Capitals, Auston Matthews managed to outshine his childhood idol, Alex Ovechkin. With a remarkable performance, Matthews scored his NHL-leading 56th and 57th goals of the season, further solidifying his place as one of the top scorers in the league. Despite Ovechkin’s impressive
The Arizona Coyotes are facing a critical moment in their future as an NHL team. The upcoming land auction for a 95-acre parcel in north Phoenix will determine whether the Coyotes can secure a location for their new arena. The success or failure of this auction could ultimately decide whether the Coyotes remain in the