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…
University of Denver senior Will Butcher was named the Hobey Baker award winner as the NCAA player of the year on Friday. With the honor, Butcher becomes the first defenseman to win the award since 2009, and just the sixth…
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…
Despite yesterday’s announcement that the NHL will not participate in the 2018 Winter Olympics, Washington Capitals superstar Alexander Ovechkin plans to represent Russia no matter what. “I’m going,” said Ovechkin. “It’s the biggest opportunity in your life to play in…
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…
“Quite frankly we don’t see what the benefit is from the game standpoint or the League standpoint with respect to Olympic participation.”- Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly When all is said and done, the owners who write the checks have spoken. Citing…
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…
June 17 is a day hockey fans and fantasy hockey geeks will be looking forward to. The NHL will have its first expansion draft this summer since 2000 when Columbus and Minnesota entered the league. The Vegas Golden Knights will begin…
Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos, who hasn’t played since undergoing arthroscopic surgery for a lateral meniscus tear in his right knee on Nov. 17, could return to the lineup as early as this Saturday. Stamkos reportedly practices on a…
The U.S. Women’s National Team has agreed to terms on a new four-year deal with USA Hockey, effectively ending a boycott by the women’s team that threatened their participation in the upcoming world championships. “Today reflects everyone coming together and…