27-4-2014 World Championships semifinals
World Championships have reached semifinal stage. In the first semifinal on April 29th, Team Czech will meet Team Canada . In the second clash, Team USA will challenge Team Russia. Winners from both games will meet on April 31st in the final game to decide the 2014 World Champion of icehockey.
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27-4-2014 Player of the week: Matt Read (R)
NHL has awarded Matt Read (R) of Philadelphia Flyers as Player Of The Week He registered 3 goals and 1 assists for 4 points in 2 games last week. He also had 1 game winning goal.
A native of Canada, Matt Read, was originally signed as a free agent to the NHL. He has appeared in 161 NHL games during his career, notching 42 goals and adding 45 assists along with 74 penalty minutes. The 27 year old right wing has played 82 games with the Philadelphia Flyers this season, totalling 18+22=40 with 62 PIM.
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25-4-2014 World Championships quarterfinals
World Championships have reached quarterfinal stage. Here are the final standings for the starting groups.
Group A PTS GF GA Group B PTS GF GA
Czech 6 18 9 USA 5 17 9
Russia 4 17 10 Canada 5 17 9
Belarussia 2 12 15 Germany 2 11 14
Ukraine 0 7 20 Austria 0 6 19
Group C PTS GF GA Group D PTS GF GA
Sweden 6 19 8 Finland 6 18 9
Switzerland 4 15 12 Slovakia 4 16 11
France 2 11 16 Norway 2 11 17
Japan 0 9 18 Poland 0 10 18
For quarterfinals, the pairs are:
Czech-Slovakia
Finland-Russia
USA-Switzerland
Sweden-Canada
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25-4-2014 NHL nominates players for NHL Awards
The NHL has released the annual list of award nominees. For each category in which the winner is voted, there are three nominees. The annual NHL Awards Ceremony is held right after the Stanley Cup Finals.
Here are the candidates for season 2013-14:
Jack Adams Award
1. Jacques Martin, Ottawa Senators
2. Ivan Hlinka, Pittsburgh Penguins
3. Marc Crawford, Vancouver Canucks
Annual award given to the NHL coach adjudged to have contributed the most to his team's success
Calder Memorial Trophy
1. Brendan Gallagher, Montreal Canadiens
2. Jonathan Huberdeau, Florida Panthers
3. Cory Conacher, Ottawa Senators
Annual award given to the player selected as the most proficient in his first year of competition in the National Hockey League
Hart Memorial Trophy
1. Joe Thornton, San Jose Sharks
2. Jonathan Toews, Chicago Blackhawks
3. Johan Franzen, Detroit Red Wings
Annual award given to the player judged to be the most valuable to his team
Lady Byng Memorial Trophy
1. Johan Franzen, Detroit Red Wings
2. Jonathan Toews, Chicago Blackhawks
3. Bobby Ryan, Anaheim Mighty Ducks
Annual award given to the player adjudged to have exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability
James Norris Memorial Trophy
1. Duncan Keith, Chicago Blackhawks
2. Alexander Edler, Vancouver Canucks
3. Erik Karlsson, Ottawa Senators
Annual award given to the defense player who demonstrates throughout the season the greatest all-round ability in the position
Frank J. Selke Trophy
1. James Wright, Winnipeg Jets
2. Brandon Prust, Detroit Red Wings
3. Martin Hanzal, Phoenix Coyotes
Annual award given to the forward who best excels in the defensive aspects of the game
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23-4-2014 Playoff news
Philadelphia Flyers have won their series against the New York Rangers. They have been awarded $1 000 000 as prize money.
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22-4-2014 Playoff news
Dallas Stars have won their series against the Los Angeles Kings. They have been awarded $1 000 000 as prize money.
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20-4-2014 Player of the week: Stephen Weiss (C)
NHL has awarded Stephen Weiss (C) of Florida Panthers as Player Of The Week He registered 3 goals and 4 assists for 7 points in 3 games last week. He also had 1 game winning goal.
A native of Canada, Stephen Weiss was originally drafted to the NHL by the Florida Panthers in the 1st round of the 2001 entry draft. He has appeared in 719 NHL games during his career, notching 173 goals and adding 285 assists along with 297 penalty minutes. The 31 year old center has played 82 games with the Florida Panthers this season, totalling 29+39=68 with 9 PIM.
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20-4-2014 Playoff news
Phoenix Coyotes have won their series against the Chicago Blackhawks. They have been awarded $1 000 000 as prize money.
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19-4-2014 Playoff news
Florida Panthers have won their series against the Boston Bruins. They have been awarded $1 000 000 as prize money.
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19-4-2014 Playoff news
Ottawa Senators have won their series against the Washington Capitals. They have been awarded $1 000 000 as prize money.
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19-4-2014 Playoff news
Pittsburgh Penguins have won their series against the Tampa Bay Lightning. They have been awarded $1 000 000 as prize money.
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18-4-2014 World Championships 2014
Icehockey World Championships 2014 in Czech start in just two days. There are 16 nations battling for the championship in the following two weeks. Many believe that the team of Canada will make a good run for the gold.
Here are the starting groups:
Group A Group B
Russia
Czech
Belarussia
Ukraine
USA
Canada
Germany
Austria
Group C Group D
Switzerland
Sweden
Japan
France
Slovakia
Finland
Norway
Poland
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18-4-2014 Playoff news
Vancouver Canucks have won their series against the Anaheim Mighty Ducks. They have been awarded $1 000 000 as prize money.
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16-4-2014 Playoff news
Detroit Red Wings have won their series against the Colorado Avalanche. They have been awarded $1 000 000 as prize money.
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13-4-2014 Player of the week: Dustin Byfuglien (D)
NHL has awarded Dustin Byfuglien (D) of Florida Panthers as Player Of The Week He registered 1 goals and 4 assists for 5 points in 2 games last week.
A native of USA, Dustin Byfuglien was originally drafted to the NHL by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 8th round of the 2003 entry draft. He has appeared in 489 NHL games during his career, notching 97 goals and adding 167 assists along with 445 penalty minutes. The 29 year old defenseman has played 82 games with the Florida Panthers this season, totalling 10+39=49 with 12 PIM.
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8-4-2014 Jason Pominville reaches a milestone !
Jason Pominville(
) scored the 500th point of his career in tonight's game against the Colorado Avalanche on a feed by Mikko Koivu. You've got to hand it to the other guys in the room though, they gave it their all tonight, he said with a wink.
A native of USA, Jason Pominville was originally drafted to the NHL by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2nd round of the 2001 entry draft. He has appeared in 622 NHL games during his career, notching 208 goals and adding 292 assists along with 139 penalty minutes. The 31 year old right wing has played 81 games with the Minnesota Wild this season, totalling 33+36=69 with 0 PIM.
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6-4-2014 Player of the week: David Backes (C)
NHL has awarded David Backes (C) of Minnesota Wild as Player Of The Week He registered 5 goals and 3 assists for 8 points in 4 games last week. He also had 1 game winning goal.
A native of USA, David Backes was originally drafted to the NHL by the St. Louis Blues in the 2nd round of the 2003 entry draft. He has appeared in 527 NHL games during his career, notching 160 goals and adding 186 assists along with 605 penalty minutes. The 29 year old center has played 81 games with the Minnesota Wild this season, totalling 34+40=74 with 4 PIM.
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5-4-2014 Media criticises the Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens are spinning in a 8 game winless streak. Montreal Canadiens right wing Colby Armstrong commented about their recent play: It seems like everything is going wrong now. It's not the best of times for us right now...
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2-4-2014 Patrick Kane injured.
Patrick Kane (
) suffered ankle injury during the game in an incident with Zenon Konopka (
). He is expected to be sidelined for more than a month. I'm just hoping it's nothing serious and the docs will let me play in a month or two again, he said when he was taken off the ice.
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2-4-2014 Media praises the Dallas Stars
The Dallas Stars are flying high with a 8 game undefeated streak. Dallas Stars right wing Ray Whitney commented about their recent success: We're all kind of excited, we just can't hide it. I hope we continue to play like this in the future...
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2-4-2014 Alex Galchenyuk injured.
Alex Galchenyuk (
) suffered groin injury during the game in an incident with Luke Adam (
). He is expected to be sidelined for more than a month. Now I need to rest for the time being but a month or two of rest will do the job, he said in a TV interview.
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1-4-2014 League suspends George Parros
The league board has suspended Florida Panthers player George Parros for 3 fighting three times in a game against Boston Bruins.
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1-4-2014 Sergei Gonchar reaches a milestone !
Sergei Gonchar(
) scored the 800th point of his career in tonight's game against the Carolina Hurricanes on a goal by Jakub Voracek. I hope this will get me in Don Cherry's good books, he said as camera flashes went off..
A native of Russia, Sergei Gonchar was originally drafted to the NHL by the Washington Capitals in the 1st round of the 1992 entry draft. He has appeared in 1210 NHL games during his career, notching 228 goals and adding 572 assists along with 925 penalty minutes. The 39 year old defenseman has played 78 games with the Ottawa Senators this season, totalling 14+38=52 with 8 PIM.
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1-4-2014 Player of the month: Alexandre Burrows (R)
NHL has awarded Alexandre Burrows (R) of Vancouver Canucks as Player Of The Month He registered 10 goals and 13 assists for 23 points in 16 games last month. He also had 2 game winning goals.
A native of Canada, Alexandre Burrows, was originally signed as a free agent to the NHL. He has appeared in 600 NHL games during his career, notching 168 goals and adding 163 assists along with 829 penalty minutes. The 32 year old right wing has played 78 games with the Vancouver Canucks this season, totalling 29+32=61 with 58 PIM.
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1-4-2014 Rookie of the month: Jonathan Huberdeau (C)
NHL has awarded Jonathan Huberdeau (C) of Florida Panthers as Rookie Of The Month He registered 9 goals and 9 assists for 18 points in 15 games last month. He also had 3 game winning goals.
A native of Canada, Jonathan Huberdeau was originally drafted to the NHL by the Florida Panthers in the 1st round of the 2011 entry draft. He has appeared in 78 NHL games during his career, notching 23 goals and adding 36 assists along with 2 penalty minutes. The 20 year old center has played 78 games with the Florida Panthers this season, totalling 23+36=59 with 2 PIM.
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30-3-2014 Player of the week: Rick Nash (R)
NHL has awarded Rick Nash (R) of New York Rangers as Player Of The Week He registered 6 goals and 3 assists for 9 points in 4 games last week. He also had 2 game winning goals.
A native of Canada, Rick Nash was originally drafted to the NHL by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 1st round of the 2002 entry draft. He has appeared in 751 NHL games during his career, notching 323 goals and adding 292 assists along with 572 penalty minutes. The 29 year old right wing has played 77 games with the New York Rangers this season, totalling 34+34=68 with 4 PIM.
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30-3-2014 Media attacks the Edmonton Oilers
The media is disappointed by the team's 5 game losing streak. Most of the critic is addressed to the work of general manager fhj and headcoach Craig MacTavish
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30-3-2014 Dany Heatley reaches a milestone !
Dany Heatley(
) scored the 800th point of his career in tonight's game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on a feed by Jonathan Huberdeau. In a game like this, it was nice to set that milestone, the happy player said in a hockey magazine.
A native of Canada, Dany Heatley was originally drafted to the NHL by the Winnipeg Jets in the 1st round of the 2000 entry draft. He has appeared in 828 NHL games during his career, notching 372 goals and adding 428 assists along with 594 penalty minutes. The 33 year old right wing has played 77 games with the Florida Panthers this season, totalling 23+35=58 with 0 PIM.
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30-3-2014 Media glorifies the Florida Panthers
The media is impressed by the team's 11 game winning streak. Much of the credit is granted to the good work of general manager dj and headcoach Terry Murray
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28-3-2014 Henrik Zetterberg reaches a milestone !
Henrik Zetterberg(
) scored the 700th point of his career in tonight's game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on a goal by Ryan Smyth. All of them are special, but I'm going to remember this one the most, he commented during a post game radio interview..
A native of Sweden, Henrik Zetterberg was originally drafted to the NHL by the Detroit Red Wings in the 7th round of the 1999 entry draft. He has appeared in 744 NHL games during his career, notching 284 goals and adding 416 assists along with 281 penalty minutes. The 33 year old left wing has played 76 games with the Detroit Red Wings this season, totalling 32+44=76 with 10 PIM.
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28-3-2014 Media attacks the New York Islanders
The media is disappointed by the team's 10 game losing streak. Most of the critic is addressed to the work of general manager uklt and headcoach Butch Goring
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27-3-2014 Derek Roy reaches a milestone !
Derek Roy(
) notched the 300th assist of his career in tonight's game against the St. Louis Blues on a goal by Alexandre Burrows. It's always nice to give a good pass..., he said after the game in the dressing room..
A native of Canada, Derek Roy was originally drafted to the NHL by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2nd round of the 2001 entry draft. He has appeared in 624 NHL games during his career, notching 185 goals and adding 300 assists along with 363 penalty minutes. The 30 year old center has played 75 games with the Vancouver Canucks this season, totalling 24+34=58 with 32 PIM.
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26-3-2014 Media criticises the Los Angeles Kings
The Los Angeles Kings are stumbling in a 6 game winless streak. Los Angeles Kings right wing Linden Vey commented about their recent play: This is bad. It's one of those streaks that you don't want to remember when you're old.
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26-3-2014 Zdeno Chara reaches a milestone !
Zdeno Chara(
) scored the 500th point of his career in tonight's game against the Winnipeg Jets on a feed by Nathan Horton. It is just part of my job, he said to the press.
A native of Slovakia, Zdeno Chara was originally drafted to the NHL by the New York Islanders in the 3rd round of the 1996 entry draft. He has appeared in 1081 NHL games during his career, notching 148 goals and adding 352 assists along with 1483 penalty minutes. The 37 year old defenseman has played 74 games with the Boston Bruins this season, totalling 11+30=41 with 12 PIM.
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24-3-2014 Sena Acolatse released.
San Jose Sharks released Sena Acolatse to free agency.
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24-3-2014 Anze Kopitar reaches a milestone !
Anze Kopitar(
) scored the 500th point of his career in tonight's game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on a goal by Brayden Schenn. All of them are special, but I'm going to remember this one the most, was the comment released to the press after the game..
A native of Slovenia, Anze Kopitar was originally drafted to the NHL by the Los Angeles Kings in the 1st round of the 2005 entry draft. He has appeared in 545 NHL games during his career, notching 190 goals and adding 310 assists along with 136 penalty minutes. The 26 year old center has played 70 games with the Chicago Blackhawks this season, totalling 27+39=66 with 2 PIM.
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23-3-2014 Player of the week: Brian Elliott (G)
NHL has awarded Brian Elliott (G) of St. Louis Blues as Player Of The Week He registered 3 wins and allowed 1 goals in 3 games last week. He also had 2 shutouts.
A native of Canada, Brian Elliott was originally drafted to the NHL by the Ottawa Senators in the 9th round of the 2003 entry draft. He has appeared in 253 NHL games during his career, booking 24 career shutouts and allowing 639 goals. The 28 year old goaltender has played 73 games with the St. Louis Blues this season, allowing 207 goals on 1565 while booking 6 shutouts.
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22-3-2014 Olli Jokinen reaches a milestone !
Olli Jokinen(
) notched the 400th assist of his career in tonight's game against the Florida Panthers on a goal by Chris Thorburn. My kids attended this game so it is extra special for me, he joked..
A native of Finland, Olli Jokinen was originally drafted to the NHL by the Los Angeles Kings in the 1st round of the 1997 entry draft. He has appeared in 1115 NHL games during his career, notching 300 goals and adding 400 assists along with 969 penalty minutes. The 35 year old left wing has played 73 games with the Winnipeg Jets this season, totalling 8+9=17 with 2 PIM.
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22-3-2014 Olli Jokinen reaches a milestone !
Olli Jokinen(
) scored the 700th point of his career in tonight's game against the Florida Panthers on a goal by Chris Thorburn. The puck has been bouncing for me lately, were his words after the game..
A native of Finland, Olli Jokinen was originally drafted to the NHL by the Los Angeles Kings in the 1st round of the 1997 entry draft. He has appeared in 1115 NHL games during his career, notching 300 goals and adding 400 assists along with 969 penalty minutes. The 35 year old left wing has played 73 games with the Winnipeg Jets this season, totalling 8+9=17 with 2 PIM.
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21-3-2014 Daniel Alfredsson reaches a milestone !
Daniel Alfredsson(
) notched the 700th assist of his career in tonight's game against the Phoenix Coyotes on a goal by Jason Spezza. Whatever I can do to help the team is okay by me. As long as we get the 2 points that's the main thing, the happy player said in a hockey magazine..
A native of Sweden, Daniel Alfredsson was originally drafted to the NHL by the Ottawa Senators in the 6th round of the 1994 entry draft. He has appeared in 1203 NHL games during his career, notching 449 goals and adding 700 assists along with 469 penalty minutes. The 41 year old right wing has played 72 games with the Ottawa Senators this season, totalling 33+34=67 with 2 PIM.
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21-3-2014 Daniel Brière reaches a milestone !
Daniel Brière(
) scored the 300th goal of his career in tonight's game against the New York Rangers on a feed by Simon Gagné. This is an unbeliveable feeling, i don't know what else to say, he said after the game.
A native of Canada, Daniel Brière was originally drafted to the NHL by the Phoenix Coyotes in the 1st round of the 1996 entry draft. He has appeared in 885 NHL games during his career, notching 300 goals and adding 385 assists along with 690 penalty minutes. The 36 year old right wing has played 72 games with the Philadelphia Flyers this season, totalling 20+22=42 with 4 PIM.
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20-3-2014 Media attacks the New York Islanders
The media is disappointed by the team's 7 game losing streak. Most of the critic is addressed to the work of general manager uklt and headcoach Butch Goring
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20-3-2014 Media criticises the Toronto Maple Leafs
We dug ourselves in a hole... commented Toronto Maple Leafs GM Pat Quinn after today's game against the Boston Bruins. This brings their current streak to 5 games winless.
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17-3-2014 Media attacks the New York Islanders
The media is disappointed by the team's 5 game losing streak. Most of the critic is addressed to the work of general manager uklt and headcoach Butch Goring
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17-3-2014 Jaromir Jagr reaches a milestone !
Jaromir Jagr(
) scored the 1700th point of his career in tonight's game against the Washington Capitals on a goal by Patrice Bergeron. My parents came to see this game so I just had to deliver, he said after signing autographs for some kids..
A native of Czech, Jaromir Jagr was originally drafted to the NHL by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 1st round of the 1990 entry draft. He has appeared in 1416 NHL games during his career, notching 689 goals and adding 1011 assists along with 957 penalty minutes. The 42 year old left wing has played 70 games with the Boston Bruins this season, totalling 24+23=47 with 20 PIM.
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16-3-2014 Player of the week: Erik Cole (R)
NHL has awarded Erik Cole (R) of Dallas Stars as Player Of The Week He registered 5 goals and 2 assists for 7 points in 4 games last week. He also had 1 game winning goal.
A native of USA, Erik Cole was originally drafted to the NHL by the Carolina Hurricanes in the 3rd round of the 1998 entry draft. He has appeared in 773 NHL games during his career, notching 244 goals and adding 263 assists along with 609 penalty minutes. The 35 year old right wing has played 71 games with the Dallas Stars this season, totalling 25+31=56 with 4 PIM.
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15-3-2014 League suspends Dale Weise
The league board has suspended Vancouver Canucks player Dale Weise for 3 fighting three times in a game against Detroit Red Wings.
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10-3-2014 Alexei Ponikarovsky injured.
Alexei Ponikarovsky (
) suffered wrist injury during the game in an incident with Scott Hartnell (
). He is expected to be sidelined indefinitely. We all accept the risk of playing this great sport, I've just got to take it easy and concentrate on a solid rehab plan so I can return to my old form, he said in a TV interview.
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9-3-2014 Player of the week: Joe Thornton (C)
NHL has awarded Joe Thornton (C) of San Jose Sharks as Player Of The Week He registered 7 goals and 4 assists for 11 points in 4 games last week. He also had 3 game winning goals.
A native of Canada, Joe Thornton was originally drafted to the NHL by the Boston Bruins in the 1st round of the 1997 entry draft. He has appeared in 1145 NHL games during his career, notching 358 goals and adding 793 assists along with 973 penalty minutes. The 34 year old center has played 68 games with the San Jose Sharks this season, totalling 34+39=73 with 10 PIM.
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8-3-2014 Olli Jokinen reaches a milestone !
Olli Jokinen(
) scored the 300th goal of his career in tonight's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins on a feed by James Wright. As long as the team wins I'm happy. The personal records don't mean anything to me if they aren't a part of winning the Cup, our record breaker told a Hockey Night in Canada reporter.
A native of Finland, Olli Jokinen was originally drafted to the NHL by the Los Angeles Kings in the 1st round of the 1997 entry draft. He has appeared in 1108 NHL games during his career, notching 300 goals and adding 398 assists along with 969 penalty minutes. The 35 year old left wing has played 66 games with the Winnipeg Jets this season, totalling 8+7=15 with 2 PIM.
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8-3-2014 Thomas Vanek reaches a milestone !
Thomas Vanek(
) scored the 500th point of his career in tonight's game against the Carolina Hurricanes on a goal by Blake Wheeler. This one is for the fans who are paying my salary, was his only comment for the media..
A native of Austria, Thomas Vanek was originally drafted to the NHL by the Buffalo Sabres in the 1st round of the 2003 entry draft. He has appeared in 614 NHL games during his career, notching 257 goals and adding 243 assists along with 349 penalty minutes. The 30 year old left wing has played 67 games with the Florida Panthers this season, totalling 27+26=53 with 11 PIM.
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8-3-2014 Ilya Kovalchuk reaches a milestone !
Ilya Kovalchuk(
) notched the 400th assist of his career in tonight's game against the Vancouver Canucks on a goal by Teddy Purcell. My line mate is so good I just have to throw it his direction and it's in the net. Anyone can look good playing with this guy, he said while posing for photo's..
A native of Russia, Ilya Kovalchuk was originally drafted to the NHL by the Winnipeg Jets in the 1st round of the 2001 entry draft. He has appeared in 846 NHL games during his career, notching 429 goals and adding 400 assists along with 502 penalty minutes. The 30 year old right wing has played 67 games with the New Jersey Devils this season, totalling 23+21=44 with 4 PIM.
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6-3-2014 Martin Havlat reaches a milestone !
Martin Havlat(
) scored the 600th point of his career in tonight's game against the Montreal Canadiens on a goal by Joe Thornton. When you come to play, good things happen, he replied before ducking into the dressing room..
A native of Czech, Martin Havlat was originally drafted to the NHL by the Ottawa Senators in the 1st round of the 1999 entry draft. He has appeared in 726 NHL games during his career, notching 243 goals and adding 357 assists along with 360 penalty minutes. The 32 year old right wing has played 66 games with the San Jose Sharks this season, totalling 27+34=61 with 6 PIM.
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6-3-2014 Shane Doan reaches a milestone !
Shane Doan(
) notched the 500th assist of his career in tonight's game against the Nashville Predators on a goal by Oliver Ekman-Larsson. It's always nice to give a good pass..., he said after viewing the play on the TV studio monitor..
A native of Canada, Shane Doan was originally drafted to the NHL by the Phoenix Coyotes in the 1st round of the 1995 entry draft. He has appeared in 1264 NHL games during his career, notching 351 goals and adding 500 assists along with 1079 penalty minutes. The 37 year old right wing has played 66 games with the Phoenix Coyotes this season, totalling 33+30=63 with 8 PIM.
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6-3-2014 Martin Erat reaches a milestone !
Martin Erat(
) scored the 500th point of his career in tonight's game against the New York Islanders on a goal by Mike Ribeiro. I just want to thank this great organization for presenting me with the opportunity to play in the NHL, the happy player said in a hockey magazine..
A native of Czech, Martin Erat was originally drafted to the NHL by the Nashville Predators in the 7th round of the 1999 entry draft. He has appeared in 752 NHL games during his career, notching 184 goals and adding 316 assists along with 424 penalty minutes. The 32 year old right wing has played 65 games with the Washington Capitals this season, totalling 25+15=40 with 24 PIM.
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4-3-2014 Erik Cole reaches a milestone !
Erik Cole(
) scored the 500th point of his career in tonight's game against the Boston Bruins on a goal by Evander Kane. I'm not out here to set records, but it's always nice to get the points, he commented during a post game radio interview..
A native of USA, Erik Cole was originally drafted to the NHL by the Carolina Hurricanes in the 3rd round of the 1998 entry draft. He has appeared in 767 NHL games during his career, notching 239 goals and adding 261 assists along with 609 penalty minutes. The 35 year old right wing has played 65 games with the Dallas Stars this season, totalling 20+29=49 with 4 PIM.
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3-3-2014 Petri Vehanen released.
Pittsburgh Penguins released Petri Vehanen to free agency.
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3-3-2014 Tim Brent claimed off waivers.
Winnipeg Jets claimed Tim Brent, who had been with Carolina Hurricanes, off waivers.
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3-3-2014 Willie Mitchell claimed off waivers.
Calgary Flames claimed Willie Mitchell, who had been with Los Angeles Kings, off waivers.
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3-3-2014 Michal Rozsival claimed off waivers.
Boston Bruins claimed Michal Rozsival, who had been with Chicago Blackhawks, off waivers.
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3-3-2014 Cristopher Nilstorp claimed off waivers.
Pittsburgh Penguins claimed Cristopher Nilstorp, who had been with Dallas Stars, off waivers.
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3-3-2014 Mike Ribeiro reaches a milestone !
Mike Ribeiro(
) scored the 600th point of his career in tonight's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins on a goal by John Erskine. You've got to hand it to the other guys in the room though, they gave it their all tonight, our record breaker told a Hockey Night in Canada reporter..
A native of Canada, Mike Ribeiro was originally drafted to the NHL by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2nd round of the 1998 entry draft. He has appeared in 801 NHL games during his career, notching 189 goals and adding 411 assists along with 346 penalty minutes. The 34 year old center has played 64 games with the Washington Capitals this season, totalling 16+24=40 with 2 PIM.
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3-3-2014 Media praises the Washington Capitals
The Washington Capitals are flying high with a 8 game undefeated streak. Washington Capitals defenseman Tomas Kundratek commented about their recent success: We're playing like a team out there. The whole team has really bought into our system and not one player is slacking off.
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2-3-2014 Player of the week: Patrik Elias (L)
NHL has awarded Patrik Elias (L) of New Jersey Devils as Player Of The Week He registered 6 goals and 1 assists for 7 points in 4 games last week. He also had 2 game winning goals.
A native of Czech, Patrik Elias was originally drafted to the NHL by the New Jersey Devils in the 2nd round of the 1994 entry draft. He has appeared in 1107 NHL games during his career, notching 384 goals and adding 553 assists along with 487 penalty minutes. The 37 year old left wing has played 65 games with the New Jersey Devils this season, totalling 23+20=43 with 12 PIM.
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1-3-2014 Player of the month: Ray Whitney (R)
NHL has awarded Ray Whitney (R) of Dallas Stars as Player Of The Month He registered 7 goals and 9 assists for 16 points in 13 games last month. He also had 3 game winning goals.
A native of Canada, Ray Whitney was originally drafted to the NHL by the San Jose Sharks in the 2nd round of the 1991 entry draft. He has appeared in 1293 NHL games during his career, notching 387 goals and adding 671 assists along with 447 penalty minutes. The 41 year old right wing has played 64 games with the Dallas Stars this season, totalling 22+33=55 with 0 PIM.
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1-3-2014 Rookie of the month: Charlie Coyle (R)
NHL has awarded Charlie Coyle (R) of Detroit Red Wings as Rookie Of The Month He registered 2 goals and 9 assists for 11 points in 11 games last month. He also had 1 game winning goal.
A native of USA, Charlie Coyle was originally drafted to the NHL by the San Jose Sharks in the 1st round of the 2010 entry draft. He has appeared in 40 NHL games during his career, notching 11 goals and adding 21 assists along with 0 penalty minutes. The 21 year old right wing has played 40 games with the Detroit Red Wings this season, totalling 11+21=32 with 0 PIM. He has also played 25 games with the Grand Rapids Griffins this season, totalling 7+8=15 with 2 PIM.
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27-2-2014 Media criticises the Buffalo Sabres
It isn't the happiest time for the Buffalo Sabres as they are on a 8 game winless streak. Buffalo Sabres coach Lindy Ruff had little to say about the way things are going: I don't know. Nothing seems to work...
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26-2-2014 Rick Nash reaches a milestone !
Rick Nash(
) scored the 600th point of his career in tonight's game against the Ottawa Senators on a goal by Henrik Sedin. I hope this will get me in Don Cherry's good books, he commented to the media..
A native of Canada, Rick Nash was originally drafted to the NHL by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 1st round of the 2002 entry draft. He has appeared in 735 NHL games during his career, notching 314 goals and adding 286 assists along with 570 penalty minutes. The 29 year old right wing has played 61 games with the New York Rangers this season, totalling 25+28=53 with 2 PIM.
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24-2-2014 Wade Redden claimed off waivers.
Florida Panthers claimed Wade Redden, who had been with Los Angeles Kings, off waivers.
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24-2-2014 Hugh Jessiman claimed off waivers.
Dallas Stars claimed Hugh Jessiman, who had been with Ottawa Senators, off waivers.
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24-2-2014 Brett Sutter released.
Carolina Hurricanes released Brett Sutter to free agency.
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24-2-2014
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Dallas Stars traded Loui Eriksson to Carolina Hurricanes for Jeff Skinner
A native of Canada, Jeff Skinner was originally drafted to the NHL by the Carolina Hurricanes in the 1st round of the 2010 entry draft. He has appeared in 207 NHL games during his career, notching 68 goals and adding 87 assists along with 134 penalty minutes. The 21 year old left wing has played 61 games with the Carolina Hurricanes this season, totalling 17+31=48 with 32 PIM.
A native of Sweden, Loui Eriksson was originally drafted to the NHL by the Dallas Stars in the 2nd round of the 2003 entry draft. He has appeared in 514 NHL games during his career, notching 161 goals and adding 217 assists along with 112 penalty minutes. The 28 year old right wing has played 61 games with the Dallas Stars this season, totalling 23+27=50 with 6 PIM.
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24-2-2014
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Chicago Blackhawks traded Corey Crawford and Patrick Kane to Los Angeles Kings for Anze Kopitar, Christopher Gibson and
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A native of Slovenia, Anze Kopitar was originally drafted to the NHL by the Los Angeles Kings in the 1st round of the 2005 entry draft. He has appeared in 534 NHL games during his career, notching 185 goals and adding 304 assists along with 136 penalty minutes. The 26 year old center has played 59 games with the Los Angeles Kings this season, totalling 22+33=55 with 2 PIM.
A native of Finland, Christopher Gibson was originally drafted to the NHL by the Los Angeles Kings in the 2nd round of the 2011 entry draft. He has not yet played at NHL level. The 21 year old goaltender has not yet played for the Los Angeles Kings this season. He has played 36 games with the Manchester Monarchs this season, totalling 0+2=2 with 0 PIM.
A native of Canada, Corey Crawford was originally drafted to the NHL by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2nd round of the 2003 entry draft. He has appeared in 136 NHL games during his career, booking 5 career shutouts and allowing 342 goals. The 29 year old goaltender has played 14 games with the Chicago Blackhawks this season, allowing 52 goals on 277 while booking 0 shutouts.
A native of USA, Patrick Kane was originally drafted to the NHL by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 1st round of the 2007 entry draft. He has appeared in 461 NHL games during his career, notching 152 goals and adding 277 assists along with 186 penalty minutes. The 25 year old center has played 62 games with the Chicago Blackhawks this season, totalling 26+34=60 with 4 PIM.
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24-2-2014
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Washington Capitals traded Matt Hendricks to New York Rangers for Darroll Powe
A native of Canada, Darroll Powe, was originally signed as a free agent to the NHL. He has appeared in 346 NHL games during his career, notching 30 goals and adding 33 assists along with 209 penalty minutes. The 28 year old center has played 60 games with the New York Rangers this season, totalling 2+5=7 with 22 PIM.
A native of USA, Matt Hendricks was originally drafted to the NHL by the Nashville Predators in the 5th round of the 2000 entry draft. He has appeared in 277 NHL games during his career, notching 26 goals and adding 42 assists along with 330 penalty minutes. The 32 year old center has played 62 games with the Washington Capitals this season, totalling 4+14=18 with 38 PIM.
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24-2-2014
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Carolina Hurricanes traded Daniel Altshuller and Erik Karlsson to Boston Bruins for Chris Kelly
A native of Canada, Chris Kelly was originally drafted to the NHL by the Ottawa Senators in the 3rd round of the 1999 entry draft. He has appeared in 600 NHL games during his career, notching 100 goals and adding 128 assists along with 298 penalty minutes. The 33 year old right wing has played 31 games with the Boston Bruins this season, totalling 3+5=8 with 2 PIM. He has also played 12 games with the Providence Bruins this season, totalling 1+6=7 with 10 PIM.
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24-2-2014
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New York Rangers traded Brad Richards and Derek Stepan to Vancouver Canucks for Daniel Sedin and Henrik Sedin
A native of Sweden, Daniel Sedin was originally drafted to the NHL by the Vancouver Canucks in the 1st round of the 1999 entry draft. He has appeared in 920 NHL games during his career, notching 309 goals and adding 465 assists along with 370 penalty minutes. The 33 year old left wing has played 61 games with the Vancouver Canucks this season, totalling 30+26=56 with 6 PIM.
A native of Sweden, Henrik Sedin was originally drafted to the NHL by the Vancouver Canucks in the 1st round of the 1999 entry draft. He has appeared in 953 NHL games during his career, notching 203 goals and adding 610 assists along with 518 penalty minutes. The 33 year old center has played 61 games with the Vancouver Canucks this season, totalling 32+34=66 with 8 PIM.
A native of Canada, Brad Richards was originally drafted to the NHL by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the 3rd round of the 1998 entry draft. He has appeared in 914 NHL games during his career, notching 268 goals and adding 567 assists along with 201 penalty minutes. The 33 year old left wing has played 60 games with the New York Rangers this season, totalling 23+30=53 with 2 PIM.
A native of USA, Derek Stepan was originally drafted to the NHL by the New York Rangers in the 2nd round of the 2008 entry draft. He has appeared in 224 NHL games during his career, notching 61 goals and adding 88 assists along with 44 penalty minutes. The 23 year old center has played 60 games with the New York Rangers this season, totalling 23+30=53 with 2 PIM.
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24-2-2014
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Vancouver Canucks traded Kevin Bieksa and Evan McEneny to Chicago Blackhawks for Nick Leddy
A native of USA, Nick Leddy was originally drafted to the NHL by the Minnesota Wild in the 1st round of the 2009 entry draft. He has appeared in 190 NHL games during his career, notching 10 goals and adding 55 assists along with 14 penalty minutes. The 22 year old defenseman has played 62 games with the Chicago Blackhawks this season, totalling 3+18=21 with 0 PIM.
A native of Canada, Kevin Bieksa was originally drafted to the NHL by the Vancouver Canucks in the 5th round of the 2001 entry draft. He has appeared in 486 NHL games during his career, notching 46 goals and adding 176 assists along with 670 penalty minutes. The 32 year old defenseman has played 61 games with the Vancouver Canucks this season, totalling 4+27=31 with 20 PIM.
A native of Canada, Evan McEneny, was originally signed as a free agent to the NHL. He has not yet played at NHL level. The 19 year old defenseman has not yet played for the Vancouver Canucks this season.
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24-2-2014 Jamie Tardif released.
Boston Bruins released Jamie Tardif to free agency.
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24-2-2014 Jared Gomes released.
Boston Bruins released Jared Gomes to free agency.
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24-2-2014
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Boston Bruins traded
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A native of Canada, Gianluca Curcuruto was originally drafted to the NHL by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 7th round of the 2012 entry draft. He has not yet played at NHL level. The 19 year old defenseman has not yet played for the Columbus Blue Jackets this season.
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24-2-2014 Media praises the Vancouver Canucks
As a coach, if you can get your team to work hard every night, then you've done your job, commented Vancouver Canucks coach Marc Crawford after today's game against the Edmonton Oilers. This brings their current streak to 14 games undefeated.
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24-2-2014 League suspends Chris Stewart
The league board has suspended St. Louis Blues player Chris Stewart for 3 fighting three times in a game against San Jose Sharks.
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23-2-2014 Player of the week: Nicklas Bäckström (C)
NHL has awarded Nicklas Bäckström (C) of Washington Capitals as Player Of The Week He registered 3 goals and 6 assists for 9 points in 3 games last week.
A native of Sweden, Nicklas Bäckström was originally drafted to the NHL by the Washington Capitals in the 1st round of the 2006 entry draft. He has appeared in 426 NHL games during his career, notching 128 goals and adding 305 assists along with 188 penalty minutes. The 26 year old center has played 61 games with the Washington Capitals this season, totalling 27+39=66 with 4 PIM.
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23-2-2014 Media criticises the Buffalo Sabres
The Buffalo Sabres are stumbling in a 6 game winless streak. Buffalo Sabres defenseman Jake McCabe commented about their recent play: We don't even want to think about it anymore. We need to find our game and get out of this.
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21-2-2014 Martin St. Louis reaches a milestone !
Martin St. Louis(
) scored the 900th point of his career in tonight's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins on a feed by Steven Stamkos. That's one for the books, were his words after the game.
A native of Canada, Martin St. Louis, was originally signed as a free agent to the NHL. He has appeared in 991 NHL games during his career, notching 342 goals and adding 558 assists along with 266 penalty minutes. The 38 year old right wing has played 60 games with the Tampa Bay Lightning this season, totalling 19+29=48 with 0 PIM.
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20-2-2014 Media attacks the Los Angeles Kings
The media is disappointed by the team's 7 game losing streak. Most of the critic is addressed to the work of general manager éé and headcoach Andy Murray
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19-2-2014 Media praises the Vancouver Canucks
Let's see your headlines now..., commented Vancouver Canucks GM Brian Burke after today's game against the Anaheim Mighty Ducks. This brings their current streak to 12 games undefeated.
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19-2-2014 Media glorifies the Chicago Blackhawks
The media is impressed by the team's 6 game winning streak. Much of the credit is granted to the good work of general manager heth and headcoach Alpo Suhonen
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17-2-2014 Jussi Jokinen claimed off waivers.
Phoenix Coyotes claimed Jussi Jokinen, who had been with Los Angeles Kings, off waivers.
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17-2-2014 Nicklas Bäckström reaches a milestone !
Nicklas Bäckström(
) notched the 300th assist of his career in tonight's game against the Montreal Canadiens on a goal by John Carlson. It's always nice to give a good pass..., the player said in an interview..
A native of Sweden, Nicklas Bäckström was originally drafted to the NHL by the Washington Capitals in the 1st round of the 2006 entry draft. He has appeared in 423 NHL games during his career, notching 126 goals and adding 300 assists along with 188 penalty minutes. The 26 year old center has played 58 games with the Washington Capitals this season, totalling 25+34=59 with 4 PIM.
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16-2-2014 Player of the week: Patrick Kane (C)
NHL has awarded Patrick Kane (C) of Chicago Blackhawks as Player Of The Week He registered 4 goals and 3 assists for 7 points in 4 games last week. He also had 1 game winning goal.
A native of USA, Patrick Kane was originally drafted to the NHL by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 1st round of the 2007 entry draft. He has appeared in 457 NHL games during his career, notching 151 goals and adding 274 assists along with 186 penalty minutes. The 25 year old center has played 58 games with the Chicago Blackhawks this season, totalling 25+31=56 with 4 PIM.
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16-2-2014 Media praises the Pittsburgh Penguins
When we were healthy, we were one of the best teams in the league, commented Pittsburgh Penguins coach Ivan Hlinka after today's game against the Philadelphia Flyers. This brings their current streak to 6 games undefeated.
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16-2-2014 Henrik Zetterberg reaches a milestone !
Henrik Zetterberg(
) notched the 400th assist of his career in tonight's game against the St. Louis Blues on a goal by Valtteri Filppula. Hey, I'm just happy it went in the net. Wins are more important than assist records for us right now, was all he could say after the game..
A native of Sweden, Henrik Zetterberg was originally drafted to the NHL by the Detroit Red Wings in the 7th round of the 1999 entry draft. He has appeared in 726 NHL games during his career, notching 279 goals and adding 400 assists along with 281 penalty minutes. The 33 year old left wing has played 58 games with the Detroit Red Wings this season, totalling 27+28=55 with 10 PIM.
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15-2-2014 Media glorifies the Florida Panthers
The media is impressed by the team's 5 game winning streak. Much of the credit is granted to the good work of general manager dj and headcoach Terry Murray
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15-2-2014 Media praises the Vancouver Canucks
Let's see your headlines now..., commented Vancouver Canucks GM Brian Burke after today's game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. This brings their current streak to 10 games undefeated.
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12-2-2014 Scott Gomez reaches a milestone !
Scott Gomez(
) scored the 700th point of his career in tonight's game against the Edmonton Oilers on a feed by Tom Gilbert. I've seen my idols break records and now I am doing the same, he commented during a post game radio interview.
A native of USA, Scott Gomez was originally drafted to the NHL by the New Jersey Devils in the 1st round of the 1998 entry draft. He has appeared in 957 NHL games during his career, notching 175 goals and adding 525 assists along with 604 penalty minutes. The 34 year old left wing has played 55 games with the San Jose Sharks this season, totalling 6+8=14 with 24 PIM.
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11-2-2014 Simon Gagné reaches a milestone !
Simon Gagné(
) scored the 300th goal of his career in tonight's game against the New York Rangers on a feed by Daniel Brière. You can't worry about the personal achievements - it's the W's that count, he said after the game in the dressing room.
A native of Canada, Simon Gagné was originally drafted to the NHL by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 1st round of the 1998 entry draft. He has appeared in 815 NHL games during his career, notching 300 goals and adding 313 assists along with 320 penalty minutes. The 33 year old left wing has played 54 games with the Philadelphia Flyers this season, totalling 17+15=32 with 4 PIM.
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10-2-2014 Torrey Mitchell claimed off waivers.
Calgary Flames claimed Torrey Mitchell, who had been with Minnesota Wild, off waivers.
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