Michael Augello

Columnist & webcast host for http://Hockeybuzz.com covering the NHL, Toronto Maple Leafs & Toronto Marlies.
153 Articles

Rink Rumblings: Blue Jackets, Ducks and Hurricanes

The middle of October is normally too early for NHL teams to be contemplating roster or coaching changes, but a pair of teams unexpectedly stumbling out of the gate may force the hand of their general managers. Goodbye, Columbus? The…

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Washington Capitals 2015-16 Season Primer

Looking at the Washington Capitals heading into this season – outlook, potential lines, roster, top prospects, draft history, stats and season schedule. Washington Capitals 2014-15 Record: 45-26-11, 101 points (2nd Place in Metropolitan Division, 4th in the East, 9th overall)…

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Pittsburgh Penguins 2015-16 Season Primer

Looking at the Pittsburgh Penguins heading into this season – outlook, potential lines, roster, top prospects, draft history, stats and season schedule. Total Cap Hit: $69,392,916 Total Salary: $71,143,750 Cap Space: $2,007,084 Source: General Fanager In: Matt Cullen, LW/C (FA - Nas), Adam Clendening, D…

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Philadelphia Flyers 2015-16 Season Primer

Looking at the Philadelphia Flyers heading into this season – outlook, potential lines, roster, top prospects, draft history, stats and season schedule. 2014-15 Record: 33-31-18, 84 points (6th place in Metropolitan Division, 12th in the East, 24th overall) 2014-15 Outcome:…

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New York Rangers 2015-16 Season Primer

Looking at the New York Rangers heading into this season – outlook, potential lines, roster, top prospects, draft history, stats and season schedule. New York Rangers 2014-15 Record: 53-22-7, 113 points (1st Place in Metropolitan Division, President’s Trophy Winner) 2014-15…

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New York Islanders 2015-16 Season Primer

Looking at the New York Islanders heading into this season – outlook, potential lines, roster, top prospects, draft history, stats and season schedule. New York Islanders 2014-15 Record: 47-28-7, 101 points (3rd Place in Metropolitan Division) 2014-15 Outcome: Lost in Eastern…

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New Jersey Devils 2015-16 Season Primer

Looking at the New Jersey Devils heading into this season – outlook, potential lines, roster, top prospects, draft history, stats and season schedule. New Jersey Devils 2014-15 Record: 32-36-14, 78 points (7th Place in Metropolitan Division) 2014-15 Outcome: Missed Playoffs…

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Columbus Blue Jackets 2015-16 Season Primer

Looking at the Columbus Blue Jackets heading into this season – outlook, potential lines, roster, top prospects, draft history, stats, and schedule. Projected 2015-16 Range: Playoff Chances: Bubble 2014-15 Record: 42-35-5, 89 points (5th Place in Metropolitan Division) 2014-15 Outcome: Missed…

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Carolina Hurricanes 2015-16 Season Primer

Our first look into the Metropolitan division. Carolina Hurricanes 2014-15 Record: 30-41-11, 71 points (8th Place in Metropolitan Division, 26th overall) 2014-15 Outcome: Missed Playoffs Total Cap hit: $59,161,665 Total Salary: $58,995,833 Salary Cap Space: $12,238,335 Source: Generel Fanager In: T.J. Hensick, C (FA-Minors),…

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