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Flyers work towards a deal with Bryzgalov this week, must wait to make corresponding moves
Jun 18, 2011, 12:14 AM EDT
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The Philadelphia Flyers have now met face to face with free-agent-to-be Ilya Bryzgalov. But even if they can agree to a contract, the Flyers will have to make a few moves before they can bring Bryzgalov into the fold.
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Boston officials expect one million fans to flood the downtown streets for the Bruins’ Stanley Cup parade on Saturday.
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Report: New Jersey Devils file for arbitration with Zach Parise
Jun 17, 2011, 9:43 PM EDT
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Unable to agree on a long-term contract, the New Jersey Devils have filed for arbitration with left wing sniper Zach Parise.
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Canucks GM Mike Gillis explains Vancouver’s postseason injuries
Jun 17, 2011, 8:44 PM EDT
Vancouver GM Mike Gillis met with the media and explained just how many injuries the Canucks were dealing with in the playoffs.
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A few general managers attempted to acquire Tim Thomas before the season started. Can you imagine if he were wearing a Flyers or Capitals jersey this postseason?
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Even though home-ice advantage has been important, the team that scores first has been the most telling statistic throughout the entire playoffs.
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The Columbus Blue Jackets have informed Craig Rivet, Ethan Moreau, and Chris Clark that they will not be returning to Ohio next season.
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Restricted free agent to-be Andrew Ladd flew up to Winnipeg to check out the Thrashers new home. If GM Kevin Cheveldayoff gets his way, it’ll be Ladd’s new home as well next season.
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After losing pivotal Game 5, can the Bruins overcome overwhelming odds?
Jun 11, 2011, 11:04 PM EDT
When a Stanley Cup Final series is tied 2-2, the winner of Game 5 has won the championship 71% of the time. Will the Boston Bruins be able to buck the trend?
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Lightning agree to terms with 2010 1st rounder Brett Connolly
Jun 11, 2011, 10:00 PM EDT
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The Tampa Bay Lightning look to the future by signing 2010 1st round pick Brett Connolly to an entry-level contract.
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Claude Julien responds to Luongo’s comments about Tim Thomas’ goaltending
Jun 11, 2011, 8:16 PM EDT
Claude Julien says the Bruins are not using Roberto Luongo’s Game 5 post-game comments as motivation for Game 6 in Boston; but it’s clear the remarks have rubbed members of the Bruins organization the wrong way.
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Question: Would Horton still be playing if the NHL handled things earlier in the Cup Final?
Jun 8, 2011, 9:00 AM EDT
Did the league contribute to a toxic atmosphere in Game 3 when Aaron Rome leveled Nathan Horton or was Rome’s hit completely unrelated to the rest of the series? Different journalists around the country have differing opinions.
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Blue Jackets start reshuffling front office, “strive to build a championship-caliber team”
Jun 8, 2011, 2:18 AM EDT
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The Columbus Blue Jackets fired their Director of Pro Scouting and assistant General Manager (in charge of scouting) as they strive to build a championship-caliber team. Will a few changes in the front office be enough to re-energize Columbus?
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Krys Barch regarding Maxim Lapierre: “I don’t know if he has an ounce of man in him”
Jun 8, 2011, 1:10 AM EDT
Dallas Stars’ enforcer Krys Barch took to twitter and the airwaves to blast Maxim Lapierre for his actions in the Stanley Cup Finals. Apparently, it’s not just fans who are upset with his antics.
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Binghamton Baby Sens beat Houston Aeros to win Calder Cup, Lehner wins MVP
Jun 7, 2011, 11:37 PM EDT
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The Ottawa Senators’ AHL affiliate Binghamton Baby Sens beat the Houston Aeros to capture their first title in 29 years.
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Mike Murphy consulted with Brian Burke before issuing Rome’s 4-game suspension
Jun 7, 2011, 10:23 PM EDT
Mike Murphy consulted with former league disciplinarian (and former Canucks GM) prior to issuing 4-game suspension to Aaron Rome. Yet again, the NHL has faces more questions with another conflict of interests.
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The Flyers opted to be a proactive participant in this year’s free agent festivities by acquiring the rights to Ilya Bryzgalov from the Phoenix Coyotes. But will they be able to sign him?
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After years and years of trying to acquire an NHL team, it looks like Gary Bettman and the league has finally given Jim Balsillie reason to hope that he may finally get what he desperately wants.
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Plenty of Canucks fans buying tickets in Boston, Bruins fans not as willing to travel to Vancovuer
Jun 1, 2011, 4:43 AM EDT
Plenty of numbers breaking down exactly how much tickets are for this year’s Cup Final; including statistics that show Canucks fans are far more willing to travel to Boston than Bruins fans are willing to buy tickets for games at Rogers Arena.
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Stars, Devils, Senators, and Wild still looking to fill coaching vacancies
Jun 1, 2011, 3:35 AM EDT
After the Florida Panthers found their man in Kevin Dineen, four teams are still looking for their new boss. Here are some of the candidates that the Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild, New Jersey Devils, and Ottawa Senators are considering.
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Stanley Cup Final could pump $15 million into Boston’s economy
Jun 1, 2011, 1:33 AM EDT
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Boston expects at least a $5 million boost to the local economy for each and every Stanley Cup Final game played in TD Banknorth Garden.
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What are the most likely scenarios for Southeast Division realignment?
Jun 1, 2011, 12:49 AM EDT
Realignment will have to wait for at least a season, but will Detroit, Columbus, or Nashville end up in the Eastern Conference with the NHL shakes up the Southeast Division?
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Andrew Ladd will be first test for Winnipeg signing their own players
May 31, 2011, 10:21 PM EDT
One of the first orders of business for the team in Winnipeg is to lock-up their new captain, restricted free agent Andrew Ladd.
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Vezina finalists Luongo and Thomas set to duel in Stanley Cup Final
May 31, 2011, 8:30 PM EDT
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After last year’s Stanley Cup Final, there were fans and pundits who claimed that goaltending wasn’t as important as it used to be. The Blackhawks thought Antti Niemi was replaceable after winning the Stanley Cup and the Philadelphia Flyers came within two games of a championship with a goaltender that ended up playing most of…
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Looking for last minute Stanley Cup Finals tickets? They’ll cost you
May 31, 2011, 9:00 AM EDT
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No matter how big the game is, fans can always find tickets if their willing to pay a little extra. For fans in Vancouver, they’ll have to pay much more for Stanley Cup Finals tickets.
