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NHL Round of 16 Preview and Analysis
Qualifying Round Recap First, before I briefly recap all of the qualifiers, I would like to state that I regret picking the New York Rangers and Winnipeg Jets. I really thought New York was better than that on defense. This is where you laugh at me and all the New York Rangers’ fans. After those
What The Qualifying Round Results Mean For The New Jersey Devils’ Draft Picks
Introduction The qualifying round of the NHL’s return-to-play initiative is complete. And, although home like the rest of us, the Devils’ organization had a ton riding on its results. The Devils could have had anywhere from one to three first-round picks in the upcoming NHL entry draft. This was all dependent on the results of
Previewing The NHL’s Qualifying Round Playoffs: Western Conference
You can find the Eastern Conference preview, that was posted yesterday, here. (5) Edmonton Oilers (37-25-9) vs. (12) Chicago Blackhawks (32-30-8) Season series: 2-1 Blackhawks As you read this, Gary Bettman is probably salivating at the thought of Connor McDavid taking on a 30-win Chicago Blackhawks team in the ultimate five-game qualifying series. In all
Preview The NHL’s Qualifying Round Playoffs: The Eastern Conference
Introduction The most important tournament in sports, featuring potentially forty hockey game over eight days, begins August 1st. So, I took it upon myself to break it down series-by-series, offering the best statistical analysis hockey has to offer. Additionally, I picked a winner for each series and also included picks made by our Editorial Staff.
Why the NHL’s Round-Robin is Must-Watch TV
Introduction This past week, the NHL released a finalized schedule for qualifying and round-robin play. This ultimately has created a buzz around the hockey community unlike ever before. The Eastern Conference But, seeing as we have time before the play begins. I wanted to draw attention to the round-robin tournament that features the league’s eight
Devils Draft Series: Brendan Brisson, College-Bound Playmaking Centerman
Profile Brendan Brisson is an 18-year-old, dual-citizen of the United States and Canada. He is listed as five-foot-ten and 179 pounds. The left-handed centerman has played his junior hockey career in the United States. After spending this season with the Chicago Steel of the USHL, Brisson is scheduled to attend the University of Michigan and
Devils Should Honor the Negro League’s Newark Eagles
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Negro Leagues of professional baseball. Several high profile athletes, politicians, and celebrities have taken part in celebrations, namely the “tipping the cap” videos that have been shared on Twitter. The celebration was initiated by the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, Missouri. Long before there was
Devils Hire Ruff: Overreaction Not Necessary
Introduction The wait is finally over. Yesterday it was announced who the New Jersey Devils are expected to make the team’s head coach and general manager. Surprisingly, it is expected that the Devils plan on hiring current New York Rangers’ assistant coach Lindy Ruff as the team’s next head coach. It was also announced the
What to Watch Part 2: Waiting for NHL’s August 1st Return
Yesterday, the NHL came out with specific dates to carry on with their return-to-play plan, announcing that official training camps will begin July 13th, and the qualifying tournament will commence Aug. 1. In that light, I decided it was appropriate to release the second and final “What to Watch ‘Till Hockey’s Back” guide. American Soccer