In the world of sports, hockey is considered to be one of the most famous winter sports next to basketball. Although it is not too popular in the United States where football and basketball dominates the field, hockey has a very wide range of followers from Canada and from the northern part of the US. During winter when nobody can play football or basketball outdoors, hockey dominates the ice-covered fields and even the well ventilated gymnasiums. Looking at the history of hockey, this is a modern sport that [...]

The Ottawa Senators Continue Their Downward Spiral The Ottawa Senators broke their slump in a big way against the Islanders last night, with a 6-4 victory over the New York Islanders. But the Senators celebration will be brief. One good game does not resolve the bigger issues that have been plaguing the team. We’re talking about a team that has only scored more goals than the New Jersey Devils. Previous to their win the Senators had lost 6 games in a row, the general manager may or may [...]

In the world of sports, hockey is considered to be one of the most famous winter sports next to basketball. Although it is not too popular in the United States where football and basketball dominates the field, hockey has a very wide range of followers from Canada and from the northern part of the US. During winter when nobody can play football or basketball outdoors, hockey dominates the ice-covered fields and even the well ventilated gymnasiums. Looking at the history of hockey, this is a modern sport that [...]

Believe it our not, we’ve reached the end of another year. 2010 has been quiet a year for sports. There were some stunners, some disappointments, and some absolutely unforgettable moments. We began the year wallowing smack dab in the middle of the Tiger Woods mistress parade. But we rode high with the Vancouver’s amazing hosting of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. And who could forget the mind dumbing, ear splitting vuvuzela soundtrack accompanying this year’s FIFA World Cup? This year we saw LeBron James break the hearts of [...]

Bettors nowadays become more and more educated when it comes to betting. Being too impetuous would not bring any bettor to an advantage during sports betting. Here are a few tips and tricks which are proven effective by educated bettors, and the good things is you can apply these tips not only during hockey games but to any other sport as well. Tip on Sports Betting Number 1 – Money Matters This is the most important aspect to be considered before even deciding which team one would be [...]

Is it just me, or has there been a lot of skate injuries on the NHL ice lately? Sure the game is getting faster, but I wouldn’t say that it’s any more brutal. There were thugs on the ice when I was a kid in the 80s playing and there are just as many thugs on the ice now. And the skate cut injuries are all accidental, like a trip over stray stick kind of accident. Hockey helmet safety’s been getting a lot of air time in the [...]

It seems another Hockey player is making headlines for his off-ice fighting.  Early Thursday morning, or late Wednesday night depending on when the drinking started, Calgary Flames centre Brett Sutter was arrested and charged with assault. It would seem that Sutter forgot he wasn’t on the ice and found himself in a bar brawl at in Scottsdale, Arizona hot spot, American Junkie. According to an arrest report from Scottsdale police, Sutter, 23, was booked and charged with assault after being arrested at 2 a.m. Police say punches were [...]

The NHL’s short offseason was one big party in the Windy City as fans of the Chicago Blackhawks finally were able to celebrate a Stanley Cup. Last year’s squad ended a 49-year championship drought thanks to six-game Cup finals win over the Philadelphia Flyers. The Hawks weren’t seriously threatened in last year’s playoffs, never getting extended to seven games and sweeping the West No. 1 seed Sharks in the conference finals. Led by the likes of Jonathan Toews (25 goals, 43 assists), Patrick Kane (30 goals, 58 assists), [...]

Everyone in the NHL is expecting the Washington Capitals to repeat as regular-season champions. Everyone around Washington hopes the Capitals don’t repeat as first-round flops in the postseason. The Capitals have won three consecutive Southeast Division crowns. Anything short of a divisional crown this year would be a shock considering this team’s ability and the rest of the division’s shortcomings. But the regular season is not the endgame in Washington. The Capitals’ regular-season point total has increased from 94 in 2007-08, to 108 in 2008-09 and finally 121 [...]

Having just returned from Vancouver, I can tell you that the fans there are definitely optimistic about this team. Sickeningly optimistic, really – like optimistic enough to be planning the Stanley Cup parade route already. Fact is, they have every reason to be excited. They are the only legitimate contender in this division, and are perhaps the best team in the entire conference. The biggest challenge this team faces is living up to their expectations. The Canucks have often come into seasons with high hopes, but they have [...]