2014 Stanley Cup Playoffs Schedule: First Round
The first round of the Eastern Conference gets underway on Wednesday April 16th with games in Tampa Bay and Pittsburgh. The first round of the Western Conference gets underway on Wednesday April 16th with the Ducks hosting the Stars.
Morning Hits: Ovechkin, Jovanovski, Waivers, Brygalov and the Maple Leafs
Katie Carrera: Alex Ovechkin: “It’s not about me or Backy or somebody else. It starts on top and if they want to change, they have to change.” Clarifying quote: He's saying it's not up to him if they make changes, but he…
NHL Rumors: Sabres, Canucks, Penguins, Kings, Panthers, Senators and Maple Leafs
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Sabres GM Tim Murray is willing to trade almost anyone. He's been shopping Chris Stewart, Christian Ehrhoff, Luke Adam and Drew Stafford. They will also listen to offers on Marcus Foligno, Johan Larsson and…
NHL Injuries: Rangers, Blues, Canadiens, Jets, Bruins, Islanders and Sharks
Andrew Gross: Rangers Alain Vigneault said that Ryan McDonagh will skate on his own today, and will take the morning skate on Saturday before determining if he'll play on Saturday. Jeremy Rutherford: Blues David Backes had a boot on his…
Morning Hits: Halak, Awards, Niemi, Playoffs Streaks and Starting Goalies
Renaud Lavoie: Jaroslav Halak's agent Allen Walsh: "Jaro never at anytime said he didn't want to start against St. Louis. A private conversation between a player and coach should stay private and not be discussed with the media. I am bewildered that…
NHL Rumors III: Jones, Michalek, Gaborik, Leino and McKenzie on NHL Live
Robert Tychkowski of the Edmonton Sun: Oilers Ryan Jones when asked where he'll be playing next season: “Not here.” “When you look at the team and you look at me, it’s that time for both,” said the 29-year-old. “They haven’t said…
Canucks Fire Mike Gillis As Their President and General Manager
Vancouver Canucks: The Canucks relieved Mike Gillis as their team President and General Manager. "On behalf of my entire family, I would like to sincerely thank Mike Gillis for his hard work and the many contributions he made on and…
Morning Hits: Buyouts, Awards, Canadiens and Murray Not Worried About Draft Lottery Change
David Pagnotta: "Players signed to new deals under new CBA can be bought out this summer, but don't count towards compliance buyouts." Bob McKenzie: Talked to 16 coaches about some NHL awards. Jack Adams: 11 of 16 voted for Patrick Roy, finishing…
NHL Video: Flyers Zac Rinaldo Suspended For An Illegal Check To The Head
Philadelphia Flyers Zac Rinaldo was suspended for four games for an illegal check to the head of Buffalo Sabres Chad Ruhwedel. Do you think the suspension was enough? Should he have received more than four games?
Morning Hits: Torts, Ovechkin Responds, Klesla, Blue Jackets Viewership and the Preds want an ASG
Elliott Pap: Canucks coach John Tortorella on GM Mike Gillis' comments: "I not going to comment on what happened yesterday. That's a discussion Mike and I will have internally." Katie Carrera of the Washington Post: Alex Ovechkin on Adam Oates' comments…
Morning Hits: Stewart, Petrov, Gillis Not Sure If He’ll Be Back and HC at Noon Discusses
Jeremy Rutherford: Sabres Chris Stewart on his trade to Buffalo: "It was pretty plain and simple. They wanted a big goalie and I got voted off the island. I was a casualty. It sucks, but that's the business." Igor Eronko: Islanders…
Afternoon Hits: Injuries, Scratches, Lines and Some Starting Goalies
Tracey Myers: Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville said that Patrick Kane could start skating "as early as tomorrow." Andy Strickland: Blues Alex Steen (upper-body) and Barrett Jackman (lower-body) are day-to-day. Their injuries are not serious, but they won't play tonight. Mike…