Duncan Keith of the Chicago Blackhawks made a nasty slash on the LA Kings Jeff Carter during game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Finals. Watch the video here of Duncan Keith making a nasty swipe with his stick. To his credit, he did apologize twice to Carter afterward. But the damage was done. … [Read more...] about Duncan Keith suspended for his slash on Jeff Carter (Video)
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Chicago Blackhawks to see L.A.’s goon squad?
The Chicago Blackhawks took care of business at home in games 1 and 2 in the Western Conference Finals. The next two will take place in L.A., where the Kings will look to get back in the series. The Los Angeles Kings has won 14 consecutive games at home, and should look different than what fans have seen early in this series. The difference may very well be the rough … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks to see L.A.’s goon squad?
Stanley Cup Eastern Conference Finals – Penguins vs. Bruins
I offer my analysis of the Eastern Conference finals Stanley Cup playoff series by analyzing the playoff series between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Boston Bruins. … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup Eastern Conference Finals – Penguins vs. Bruins
LA Kings Twitter account: funniest official account around
Most official sports teams Twitter accounts are very dry and dull. And/or overly positive all the time. The LA Kings Twitter account is an exception. At times it can be quite funny, snarky and irreverent. They're actually redefining sports and social media. As the home town Chicago Blackhawks prepare to meet the LA Kings in the NHL Western Conference Finals this weekend, … [Read more...] about LA Kings Twitter account: funniest official account around
Sexual assault joke made by LA Kings Twitter Account
An unfortunate, off-color sexual assault joke was tweeted on the LA Kings Twitter account tonight. Most official sports teams Twitter accounts are very dry and dull. And/or overly positive all the time. The LA Kings Twitter account is an exception. At times it can be quite funny, snarky and irreverent. Unfortunately, the LA Kings went a little too far by letting Kevin Ryder, … [Read more...] about Sexual assault joke made by LA Kings Twitter Account
Chicago Blackhawks vs defending champion L.A. Kings preview
The Chicago Blackhawks finished a comeback against the rival Detroit Red Wings that had players and fans bracing for any and everything. Welp, forget it all. Sending Detroit off to the Eastern Conference after being down 3-1 in the series was a splendid site, but dwelling now could put Chicago at a deficit. Hard to believe that as you read this, the players and coaching staff … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks vs defending champion L.A. Kings preview
Chicago Blackhawks stave off elimination in game six
The Chicago Blackhawks waited until the third period to turn on the desperation, but hey, whatever works. The Blackhawks did well to score first on the road against the Detroit Red Wings, but were outplayed going into the third period. The unlikely trio of Michal Handzus, Bryan Bickell, and Michael Frolik scored consecutively to lead the Blackhawks to a 4-3 win. … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks stave off elimination in game six
Blackhawks: Presidents Trophy curse and Elimination Ambivalence
For the Chicago Blackhawks, or any NHL team, the Presidents' Trophy is a meaningless piece of hardware. In hockey, the Stanley Cup tournament of elimination is what truly matters. For whatever reason, the Stanley Cup playoffs lends itself to #8 seeds commonly upsetting #1. We've never had a #16 seed beat a #1 seed in March Madness, the national college basketball single … [Read more...] about Blackhawks: Presidents Trophy curse and Elimination Ambivalence
Blackhawks choke on Wings; hey Detroit was going to win 1 at least
Hey, you knew the Detroit Red Wings were going to win one of these games; at least. The Chicago Blackhawks weren't going to sweep them. This is the Western Conference semi-finals; this is where we separate the wheat from the chafe. At least Kaner found the net today. It's kind of important to get Patrick Kane going in these NHL Playoffs. … [Read more...] about Blackhawks choke on Wings; hey Detroit was going to win 1 at least
Chicago Blackhawks Stalberg benched for game one
Chicago Blackhawks head coach Joel Quenneville announced after the team’s morning skate that forward Viktor Stalberg will not play game one versus the Detroit Red Wings. While Quenneville did not disclose any information on his decision, Chicago Tribune’s Chris Kuc tweeted that Stalberg questioned his role with the team. If this is true, the benching is warranted and could … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Stalberg benched for game one