Mason to backstop rookies in NHL YoungStars game
(Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:15:28 PST)
Rookie goalie Steve Mason has shown the Columbus Blue Jackets that he is ready for the NHL. Now he has a chance to prove it on a much bigger stage. Mason has taken the Blue Jackets' starting job away from injured Pascal Leclaire and run with it. In his first 23 games this season, Mason went 13-9-1 with five shutouts and posted a stellar 1.82 goals-against average.
Puck Headlines: Jagr would take 'minimum salary' for Mario
(Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:59:52 PST)
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Panthers Team Report
(Fri, 09 Jan 2009 03:13:10 PST)
The Panthers won their second straight game Thursday and picked up two points on a team they are chasing in the standings. It was a game coach Pete DeBoer and his players were bound and determined to win.
The Panthers haven't had much success against the Hurricanes in the past, but have now won two of four against Carolina and are trying to pull past them and take second place in the Southeast Division.
The Panthers will now play seven straight games in Florida, with only two trips—and two extended breaks—scheduled for the month of January. The Panthers entertain Atlanta on Saturday afternoon, then don't play again until the following Friday. A victory against the Thrashers is needed to add points as other teams play while the Panthers take a...
Puck Headlines: Jordan Staal signs, and East all-star snubs
(Thu, 08 Jan 2009 09:18:44 PST)
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Puck Headlines: Some bald dude ready to play for Vancouver
(Wed, 07 Jan 2009 15:19:32 PST)
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Ideas for saving the NHL All-Star Game
(Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:05:36 PST)
Craig Custance asked a few of the most creative people he knows to submit one change they'd make to liven up the NHL All-Star Game.
Bruins' Zdeno Chara has that Norris Trophy look
(Tue, 06 Jan 2009 17:36:16 PST)
It's fair to say the Norris Trophy short list always starts with Nicklas Lidstrom. But the Bruins believe Zdeno Chara will offer serious competition this season.
Panthers recall C Matthias
(Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:49:01 PST)
The Florida Panthers recalled center Shawn Matthias from Rochester of the American Hockey League prior to Tuesday's game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Puck Headlines: Philadelphia Flyers, Washington Capitals ready to go 'Patrick Division' on each other
(Tue, 06 Jan 2009 15:44:46 PST)
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After championship defeat, video embarrassments for Sweden
(Tue, 06 Jan 2009 06:35:34 PST)
The last Swede to win Olympic gold in men's platform diving was Erik Adlerz back in 1912.
NHL Power Poll: Teams set sights on playoffs
(Mon, 05 Jan 2009 11:07:01 PST)
Toronto coach Ron Wilson noticed it while playing Ottawa this week. The intensity is rising for teams getting...
Florida's McLean claims Sidney Crosby is lying about their fight
(Sun, 04 Jan 2009 15:45:13 PST)
After his "fight" with Brett McLean of the Florida Panthers yesterday, Pittsburgh Penguins star...
Saturday's three stars: Ellis steps up big for Buffalo
(Sat, 03 Jan 2009 22:41:18 PST)
No. 1 star, Matt Ellis, Buffalo Sabres : Matt Ellis has played less than 100 career games, but none will...
Fight Video: Sidney Crosby really earns his instigator penalty
(Sat, 03 Jan 2009 14:18:15 PST)
Frustration, thy name is the Pittsburgh Penguins . Unless you consider a Sidney Crosby fight off the faceoff and...
When Vince met Gary and other celebrities at the Winter Classic
(Fri, 02 Jan 2009 13:30:00 PST)
Vince Vaughn hasn't looked this thrilled since the reviews for "Fred Claus" were published.
Blackhawks invited to open 2009-10 season in Europe
(Fri, 02 Jan 2009 05:01:36 PST)
The Chicago Blackhawks were on display on a North American stage for the Winter Classic at Wrigley Field.
Wednesday's three stars: Samsonov turns on offense
(Wed, 31 Dec 2008 20:40:06 PST)
No. 1 star: Sergei Samsonov, Carolina Hurricanes The shifty forward figured in the scoring of all three Carolina...
Comrie nets 2; Isles rally to beat Panthers 4-2
(Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:09:04 PST)
It isn't often the New York Islanders have such a comfortable lead they can afford to think about anything other than winning. Yet, on New Year's Eve before a long flight out west, Doug Weight had his sights set on his 1,000th NHL point. That milestone wasn't reached Wednesday, but the Islanders headed to the airport feeling good about a solid 4-2 victory over the Florida Panthers.
Monday's three stars: Nystrom's shorthanded speed tops Wild
(Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:38:35 PST)
No. 1 star: Eric Nystrom, Calgary Flames With the game tied 1-1 in the third period, a Calgary shorthanded...
Puck Headlines: Could Detroit get shut out of all-star starters?
(Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:10:55 PST)
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The year of Puck Daddy 2008: Slimy octopi to sloppy seconds
(Mon, 29 Dec 2008 13:15:24 PST)
Puck Daddy started publishing on Yahoo! Sports in April, at the cusp of a very entertaining Stanley Cup playoffs...
NHL Power Poll: Bruins take over top spot
(Mon, 29 Dec 2008 11:26:36 PST)
The best story of the week might be the Boston Bruins, who have won eight straight games to catch San Jose at the top of the NHL standings.
’08 NHL stories: Youth and snow
(Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:02:00 PST)
Young talent, the Winter Classic and overseas games are just a few reasons why hockey rose in 2008.
