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Leading Canadian neurosurgeon recommends ban on body checking in hockey until age 18

By | November 13, 2022 |
Leading Canadian neurosurgeon recommends ban on body checking in hockey until age 18

In light of the revelation about the mishandling of Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s concussion, conversations about the role of concussions in many sports, especially youth hockey, have been reinvigorated. Dr. Charles Tator, a prominent Canadian neurosurgeon, Order of Canada recipient, and director of the Canadian Concussion Centre (CCC) at Toronto Western Hospital, spoke with…

Former Denver Standout Peter McNab Passes Away at Age 70

By | November 8, 2022 |
Former Denver Standout Peter McNab Passes Away at Age 70

Peter McNab, who had a standout college career at Denver before playing in the NHL, passed away Sunday at the age of 70. After his playing career, McNab became a television analyst, most recently with the Colorado Avalanche. He battled cancer in 2021, but had announced in February 2022 that it was in remission… More…

Dubnyk retires from NHL after 12 seasons

By | October 31, 2022 |
Dubnyk retires from NHL after 12 seasons

Selected by the Edmonton Oilers in the first round (No. 14) of the 2004 NHL Draft, Dubnyk was 253-206-54 with a 2.61 GAA, .914 save percentage and 33 shutouts in 542 games (514) starts with the Oilers, Nashville Predators, Arizona Coyotes, Minnesota Wild, Sharks and Avalanche… More…

Jagr performs ceremonial puck drop at Global Series in Prague

By | October 10, 2022 |
Jagr performs ceremonial puck drop at Global Series in Prague

Jagr, whose 766 NHL goals are fourth on the career list behind only Wayne Gretzky, Gordie Howe and Alex Ovechkin, received a warm ovation from the Czech crowd as he stepped onto the ice… More…

NHL brings back taxi squads to keep season going

By | December 27, 2021 |
NHL brings back taxi squads to keep season going

The NHL will emerge from an extended holiday break with taxi squads and other roster revisions to guard against more disruptions to the season. More…

Great Saving on Off-ice Gear

By | November 19, 2021 |
Great Saving on Off-ice Gear

Only members have been given access to an article and a link about a place where I’ve often purchased off-ice kinds of gear, at a low price and in quantity. Here’s a link to that article about “where to find great gear” — they’re just now advertising 30% off. And remember, I don’t gain any…

Former BC Star Jimmy Hayes Dead at 31

By | August 23, 2021 |
Former BC Star Jimmy Hayes Dead at 31

Former Boston College forward Jimmy Hayes died today at the age of 31. The cause of death has still not been confirmed… More…

Rangers Legend Rod Gilbert Passes Away at 80

By | August 22, 2021 |
Rangers Legend Rod Gilbert Passes Away at 80

Rod Gilbert, the New York Rangers’ all-time points leader, has passed away.  The club confirmed Gilbert’s death on Sunday at the age of 80. Gilbert will forever be remembered as the first player to ever have their jersey retired by the historic club… More…

Evander Kane Accused of Gambling on His Own Games by Wife

By | August 1, 2021 |
Evander Kane Accused of Gambling on His Own Games by Wife

In an Instagram post on Saturday, Evander Kane’s wife accused him of gambling on his own NHL #hockey games.Anna Kane also accused him of taking vacations and partying while she and his baby were at home without enough money for formula. More…

Coronavirus Conundrum: The Challenges of Playing Hockey in a Pandemic

By | June 11, 2021 |
Coronavirus Conundrum: The Challenges of Playing Hockey in a Pandemic

The pandemic forced several top NHL prospects to play in unusual places – and in some cases to not play at all. But it also created a few unforeseen benefits, too. More…