Matt

Matt

Like many of you, I have a passion for the game of hockey and the equipment used. You can typically find me searching for and sharing details about new and upcoming gear. Follow me on twitter at @matthwb.

Datsyuk Lifts Gagarin Cup on Return to KHL

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When Pavel Datsyuk returned to the KHL last summer, many thought that would be the start of a steady decline that would eventually see him retire. Good individual point totals and a Gagarin Cup would suggest otherwise though and it…

NHL Reveals Final 2017 Draft Rankings

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The NHL’s Central Scouting Department has released the final version of their 2017 draft rankings. There is no surprise at the top, Nolan Patrick heads the North American skater list while Nico Hischier and Casey Mittelstadt round out the top…

Hitchcock and Gallant Lead Early NHL Coaching Changes

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While the entire NHL fan base and half the teams in the league focus on the Stanley Cup playoffs, teams elsewhere have quickly started to prepare for the future. The Dallas Stars changed their coach after failing to make the playoffs,…

Bickell Ends Career with Shootout Goal

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After announcing to the hockey world that he had been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in November, Bryan Bickell played the final game of his career in Philadelphia last night. The end of the game was fitting, with Bickell netting a…

Brad Marchand Faces Disciplinary Hearing Thursday

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The Boston Bruins will find out what, if any, disciplinary action will be taken against Brad Marchand on Thursday. The timing of his hearing is not ideal, just hours before a crucial game against the Ottawa Senators that could decide…

Sharks Dealt Blow As Thornton Injures Leg

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The San Jose Sharks were dealt a blow just ahead of the playoffs when first line center Joe Thornton left last night’s game with a leg injury. The veteran forward will be a big loss to the Sharks as he…

Red Wings Miss Playoffs, End 25 Season Streak

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One of the most remarkable, proudest streaks in the sporting world came to an end last night when the Detroit Red Wings were eliminated from making the NHL playoffs. That ended their 25 season streak of making the playoffs, a…

Matthew Tkachuk Suspended for Elbow on Drew Doughty

Matthew Tkachuk has been suspended for two games following a flagrant elbow to the face of Drew Doughty. The incident occurred on March 19th while the Kings were visiting Calgary. Late in the first period, both Tkachuk and Doughty headed…

Zachary Aston-Reese Signs With Penguins

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Zachary Aston-Reese may not be a household name quite yet, but the college free agent who signed his first NHL contract today will hope to change that when he suits up for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Aston-Reese was passed by in…