Rangers, Devils remind us why NHL coaches’ challenges are a necessity

8 February 2012, 11:04 pm

There's an inherent conflict between my New Jersey Devils fandom and my dogma/world view/philosophical bull[crap] about the National Hockey League. I'm an advocate for personality and flair; the Devils won three Cups as the antithesis of such things. I loathe the shootout with the fury of a ... Read More »

Slow starts have hurt Florida Panthers

8 February 2012, 9:25 pm

Like most teams in the National Hockey League, the Panthers are more comfortable playing with the lead and have been very successful in games in which they have scored first.... Read More »

For outdoor game, Hunwick and Moffatt are all in

8 February 2012, 9:07 pm

With the National Hockey League scheduled to make a “major announcement” in Detroit on Thursday, members of the Michigan hockey team reacted with enthusiasm to the news that the Winter Classic is expected to be held in Ann Arbor next January. read more... Read More »

Top 11 salary cap hits in the NHL

8 February 2012, 11:28 am

Breaking down the top 11 salary cap hits in the National Hockey League and seeing which team is getting the best bang for their buck.... Read More »

Red Wings, Toronto Maple Leafs expected to play ‘Winter Classic' at Michigan Stadium

8 February 2012, 11:08 am

The National Hockey League has scheduled a press conference for 10:30 a.m.... Read More »

National Hockey League Game Capsules

7 February 2012, 7:38 pm

New York, NY (Sports Network) - Martin Brodeur extended his NHL record with the 117th shutout of his career, as the New Jersey Devils made a first period goal stand up in a 1-0 win over the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden.... Read More »

Chris Doyle Named Sher-Wood Hockey ECHL Player of the Week

7 February 2012, 1:51 pm

STOCKTON, Calif. - The Stockton Thunder, proud ECHL affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers and San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League, announced in conjunction with the ECHL that center Chris Doyle has been named Sher-Wood Hockey ECHL Player of the Week for Jan. 30-Feb. 5.... Read More »

Recent Philadelphia Flyers Game Evokes Memories of Legendary Enforcer Dave Schultz: Fan Rewind

6 February 2012, 9:07 pm

The Philadelphia Flyers once had a player who was accurately labeled "The Hammer" in the 1970s. But, Dave Schultz was more than an enforcer. He was a one-man demolition squad. Allowing players to police the game One of the reasons that the National Hockey League has seen...... Read More »

Philadelphia Flyers Greatest Voice Still Resonates: Fan Rewind

6 February 2012, 3:51 pm

The Philadelphia Flyers first entered the National Hockey League in 1967-68 . There weren't many hockey fans in the region back then. But, one man taught the masses about the game that he and they grew to love. His name was Gene Hart.... Read More »

The Learning Network Blog: Should the National Hockey League Ban Fighting? Students Share Their Thoughts

3 February 2012, 8:49 am

It's the best of the readers' comments on The Learning Network Reading Club's latest article, "Derek Boogaard: Learning to Brawl." A live Facebook chat with the reporter John Branch will be on Feb. 15 at 8 p.m. Eastern time. Bring your classes!... Read More »