It’s almost Thanksgiving, which means it’s November and that the New York Islanders should be in the midst of some sort of record-setting losing streak. Well thanks to the additions of Johnny Boychuk and Nick Leddy on October fourth, plus the recently stellar play of goaltender Jaroslav Halak and secondary scoring that has been there all season, the Islanders are playing like … [Read more...] about Islanders Look To Make Another Statement
Los Angeles Kings
Los Angeles Kings crown jewel of fancy stats
The Los Angeles Kings are good, lucky (maybe), and fancy stats royalty. No matter the situation, they find a way to come out on top. It’s amazing to watch and frustrating to comprehend. For two consecutive seasons, the Los Angeles Kings have led the NHL in close-score Fenwick, which measures a team’s share of all unblocked shots put on either net during a game in relation to … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Kings crown jewel of fancy stats
Chicago Blackhawks eliminated in part by themselves
The heart-pounding is over, but the pain is just settling in for Chicago Blackhawks fans. The Los Angeles Kings saved themselves the trouble of fighting from behind in a third consecutive series by taking a commanding 3-1 series lead and took care of business during the 11th hour. There is enough to think about in the immediate aftermath of Chicago’s elimination just short of … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks eliminated in part by themselves
Chicago Blackhawks-L.A. Kings: Part Deux
The Chicago Blackhawks and Los Angeles Kings meet again. Just like in 2013, the Hawks and Kings will play for the chance to represent the Western Conference in the Stanley Cup Final. Both teams faced stiff competition to get to this point. The Kings took out the top two seeds in the Pacific Division in Anaheim and San Jose. The Blackhawks beat everyone’s “darling” St. Louis … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks-L.A. Kings: Part Deux
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?
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
2013 NHL Season Predictions and Projections
Finally, after months and months of everyone involved being morons, causing 113 days, 625 games, and the biggest outdoor hockey game in history to be cancelled, hockey fans can finally say "Game On!" The NHL has a new 10-year labor agreement, and is set to start the shortened, 48 game 2013 season on Saturday, January 19. Find out what you need to know … [Read more...] about 2013 NHL Season Predictions and Projections
2013 NHL Western Conference Preview And Projections
Finally, after months and months of everyone involved being morons, causing 113 days, 625 games, and the biggest outdoor hockey game in history to be cancelled, hockey fans can finally say "Game On!" The NHL has a new 10-year labor agreement, and is set to start the shortened, 48 game 2013 season on Saturday, January 19. Find out what you need to know … [Read more...] about 2013 NHL Western Conference Preview And Projections