Although it is coming a little later than usual, the playoffs are finally here. The Western Conference, in typical fashion, was decided on the last day of games and has plenty of salivating match ups. Chicago Blackhawks (1) vs Minnesota Wild (8) [caption id="attachment_13652" align="aligncenter" width="600"] via blackhawks.nhl.com[/caption] Chicago was nothing short of spectacular, starting out the season w ...

Five months ago, it appeared Gary Bettman and the owners would cancel the NHL season for the second time in less than 10 years, as sides could not make any progress on a new collective bargaining agreement.  Luckily, for fans and players alike, they patched things up quickly enough to make a shorter season and all 30 teams hit the ice with a fresh slate. Now that winter turned to spring, the playoffs are fi ...

Three Stars of the Week 1. Phil Kessel (Toronto Maple Leafs) Toronto has been one of the surprises of the National Hockey League this season and now sit in a playoff spot after missing the postseason last year, while playing in one of the toughest divisions in the league.  The veteran lethal sniper is a big reason why.  Boasting a laser of a wrist shot, Kessel netted five goals and two assists in just three ...

Playoff hockey and Hockey Town go together like peanut butter and jelly. Detroit hasn't missed the playoffs in 21 years. Even more impressive is that they have gotten knocked out in the front round just three times since 1995. This year however, the Red Wings are feeling blue. [caption id="attachment_13374" align="alignright" width="381"] Photo Credit: ASSOCIATED PRESS[/caption] Currently they sit on the cu ...

One of the most underrated parts of sports is the uniform. They have the ability to make or break a fan base. We have all been there before, either wondering how in the world someone produced that hideous jersey or praising the genius that designed those awesome sweaters. It’s time to take a look at the best jerseys in the league as well as the ones that should probably be burned. Top 5 5. Rangers Home Ah A ...

Three Stars of the Week 1. Alexander Ovechkin (Washington Capitals) I predicted that Ovi was going to break out a couple weeks ago, and now the world is seeing what was expected: Alex Ovechkin with his confidence and toothless swagger is back.  Ovi is now tied with Steven Stamkos for the league lead in goals, courtesy of his obscene seven…SEVEN…goals in the past calendar week.  Just wow.  In four games agai ...

With a little over two weeks to go in the shortened NHL season, the Los Angeles Kings have a huge decision to make. Last season’s hero, Jonathon Quick, is struggling more than usual this year after a rushed return from offseason back surgery. Here is a quick look at his decline from last season till now (see what I did there). Record GAA Save Percentage Shutouts 35-21-13 1.95 .929 10 13-11-3 2.49 .898 1 Qui ...