Back in November, I wrote a two-part article titled ‘Who’s to Blame for Columbus Blue Jackets’ Mess?’ In Part One, I identified senior Blue Jackets management as the primary culprit to the mess. However, team majority owner John P. McConnell has expressed his full support of Blue Jackets team president Mike Priest and General Manager (GM) Scott Howson during … [Read more...] about How to fix the Columbus Blue Jackets’ mess
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‘Occupy Nationwide’ a Resounding Success
Yesterday, approximately 300 fans gathered in front of Nationwide Arena, the home of the Columbus Blue Jackets. They gathered to express both their love for the team and their disdain for the announcement that, in spite of easily holding the NHL’s worst record at 13-30-6 despite also possessing the NHL’s 9th highest team payroll, that Blue Jackets Team President Mike Priest … [Read more...] about ‘Occupy Nationwide’ a Resounding Success
Patrick Kane Wins Shootout Contest With Superman Homage
The NHL All-Star Game, as is the case with the rest of professional sports' mid-season clashes, is often derided as being a meaningless exhibition that people take way too seriously, but for those fans that can appreciate the fun that the players have with it, it is actually a cool spectacle. … [Read more...] about Patrick Kane Wins Shootout Contest With Superman Homage
‘Occupy’ Movement Has Carried Over To Columbus Blue Jackets Fans
It is said that if you push a person so far, they will eventually push back - that believe has now become reality for Columbus Blue Jackets fans. The Blue Jackets easily occupy the 30th position in the National Hockey League (NHL), posting a horrid record of 13-30-6. Were the Blue Jackets a rebuilding team with a limited team payroll that would be understandable. However, … [Read more...] about ‘Occupy’ Movement Has Carried Over To Columbus Blue Jackets Fans
Stanley Cup MVP Declines Obama White House Visit Due to Political Differences
Should Ken Hitchcock win the Jack Adams Award?
The St. Louis Blues have ascended to the top of both the Western Conference and NHL rankings, a feat more remarkable considering their struggles at the beginning of the season and during the prior two disappointing seasons. While the Blues possess a solid mix of gritty veterans and young players, their success has directly been related to a sole personnel move: the … [Read more...] about Should Ken Hitchcock win the Jack Adams Award?
Sunday’s Three Stars: Shaw, Stalberg Shine in Win Over Sharks
Patrick Sharp has been out of the Chicago Blackhawks' lineup for the past four games, but it hasn't slowed them down one bit. Buoyed by performances from guys up and down the roster, the Hawks have been scoring goals, playing solid defense, and most importantly, picking up points. This weekend was no different, as they got a point yesterday against the Detroit Red Wings, a team … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Three Stars: Shaw, Stalberg Shine in Win Over Sharks
Blackhawks’ Late Surge Gains Pity Point, But Wings Prevail
Some sporting events have momentum swings that seem to occur in nearly every minute of action, but the tilt between the Detroit Red Wings and Chicago Blackhawks was not one of those events. Through the first 40 minutes of Saturday afternoon's matinee between the Red Wings and Blackhawks, there was little doubt as to who the better team was on the ice. Sure, the Hawks got a … [Read more...] about Blackhawks’ Late Surge Gains Pity Point, But Wings Prevail
Will Firing Scott Arniel Make a Difference or is it just not Enough?
The Columbus Blue Jackets fired head coach Scott Arniel this morning. Through one and half seasons as the Blue Jackets head coach, Arniel posted an overall record of 45-60-18 but since his 14-6-0 start posted a record of 31-54-18. Additionally, the Blue Jackets have posted only eight regulations wins in their past 63 games. Former Minnesota Wild head coach and current Blue … [Read more...] about Will Firing Scott Arniel Make a Difference or is it just not Enough?
Sharp Out 3-4 Weeks; Is it Panic Time for Stan Bowman?
After going largely unscathed on the injury front for the first half of the season, the Chicago Blackhawks have been getting bitten by the bug in a big way in recent weeks. You have Marcus Kruger out with a concussion (although he is skating now and should be back soon), Daniel Carcillo down with a knee injury that he sustained on his incredibly stupid hit on Tom … [Read more...] about Sharp Out 3-4 Weeks; Is it Panic Time for Stan Bowman?