Windows matter. Not the ones you roll down to blast your favorite Jurassic 5 song in the summer, but the ones that dictate your opportunity to win the Stanley Cup. The “window” is what brings you the Martin St. Louis trade, the Ryan Miller deal, and the Jarome Iginla acquisition last year. Your window can […] READ MORE
Tag: Patrick Marleau
Internet Hostove: San Jose Sharks
Internet Hotstove is a series where Last Word On Sports asks the opinions of respected bloggers from around the internet about their team’s chances in the 2013-14 NHL Playoffs. The goal is to get a broad view of opinion from around the league as an alternative to other playoff previews. For several years now the […] READ MORE
Chris Kunitz the Wrong Choice for Team Canada
Don’t get me wrong, Chris Kunitz is a good player. He has won Stanley Cups with Pittsburgh and Anaheim, has been a great in his role as a solid, top-six contributor over the years, usually good for around 60 points per season. The last two years he has stepped it up a notch, scoring over […] READ MORE
Sochi Preview: Canada Looks For Another Golden Goal
Four years have passed since Sidney Crosby scored the most famous goal in Canadian Olympic History. The goal which slipped through the legs of American Goaltender Ryan Miller was immediately dubbed The Golden Goal by commentator Chris Cuthbert, and set off celebrations in Canada from coast-to-coast. The win was the icing on the cake for […] READ MORE
Sharks lock up Thornton and Marleau for Three More Years
Two of the most recognizable names for the San Jose Sharks have signed three-year contract extensions with the club, as Joe Thornton and Patrick Marleau will remain with the club instead of testing the NHL’s free agent waters this July. Thornton’s deal is worth $20.25 million ($6.75 million AAV) and Marleau’s deal is worth just […] READ MORE
Team Canada Announces Roster for Sochi Olympics
Today Steve Yzerman and Hockey Canada announced their 25 man roster for the Sochi Olympics. Forwards: Patrice Bergeron (BOS), Jeff Carter (LAK), Sidney Crosby (PIT), Matt Duchene (COL), Jamie Benn (DAL), John Tavares (NYI), Ryan Getzlaf (ANA), Chris Kunitz (PIT), Patrick Sharp (CHI), Jonathan Toews (CHI), Patrick Marleau (SJ), Rick Nash (NYR), Corey Perry […] READ MORE
Making The Case For Patrick Sharp On Team Canada
The Americans announced their men’s ice hockey team for the 2014 Olympics in Sochi, Russia shortly after the conclusion of this year’s Winter Classic. While some of the choices were obvious, there were one or two players not named to the team that would appear to be, from this observer’s view, glaring omissions. If only […] READ MORE
Joe Thornton's Response to Those Who Criticize Tomas Hertl for Showboating
Warning the following article contain language that may offend some Discretion is advised. There has been a ton of talk around the NHL about Tomas Hertl’s between the legs goal against the New York Rangers on Tuesday Night. Many have criticized the youngster, and Capitals coach Adam Oates called it disrespectful to […] READ MORE
Another Kick at the Can for the 2013-14 San Jose Sharks
Welcome back to Puck Drop: NHL Preview 2013-14, where our hockey department gives you a detailed look at each team from around the NHL leading to the start of this hockey season. Check back often as new teams are added to our Puck Drop page. Today we take a look at the 2013-14 San Jose Sharks. Last […] READ MORE
Lots of Questions Surrounding NHL's 2014 UFA Class
With the 2013 NHL free agent frenzy all but over and the summer lull in full swing, some fans have turned their attention to next year’s UFA class. It’s going to be an interesting one, with lots of big names and lots of implications for the teams involved. While some like Penguins defenseman Kris Letang […] READ MORE
