The Islanders need to think about stopgaps that can help them bridge the next few weeks until Bo Horvat returns. … [Read more...] about The Islanders’ next few weeks could get dicey — here’s how they can navigate it
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Islanders demote struggling Travis Mitchell, replacement up in air
The Islanders will change up at least one element of their lineup on Friday vs. Vancouver after sending defenseman Travis Mitchell to AHL Bridgeport. … [Read more...] about Islanders demote struggling Travis Mitchell, replacement up in air
NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Looking to Acquire Veteran Centre
Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re inching closer to the Christmas Break, and the standings, particularly in the Eastern Conference, couldn’t be any closer. The Atlantic Division specifically has just nine points separating the division leader from the last-place team. The Montreal Canadiens are sitting in a wildcard spot … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Looking to Acquire Veteran Centre
Toronto Maple Leafs Look to Build Momentum Following Late Comeback Win Over Blackhawks
The Toronto Maple Leafs bounced back in a big way Tuesday night, defeating the Chicago Blackhawks in a game that felt like a must-win. Coming off an embarrassing loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Hockey Night in Canada, the Leafs had something to prove to management, to the fans, and to themselves. Head coach Craig Berube had openly challenged the team’s leaders to be better, and … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Look to Build Momentum Following Late Comeback Win Over Blackhawks
The Pittsburgh Penguins Appear to be Sold to Investment Firm Family
It appears the Pittsburgh Penguins ownership has shifted around. Sources say that the Fenway Sports Group has agreed to sell the Penguins to the Hoffmann family. This group is led by David Hofmann. Let’s check out some of the details. Sources say @FenwaySportsGrp has reached an agreement to sell the #NHL’s @penguins to the Hoffmann family, a Chicago-based investment group led … [Read more...] about The Pittsburgh Penguins Appear to be Sold to Investment Firm Family