The New York Rangers exploded out of the gate and have vaulted to a 5-0 record in the NHL’s regular season. But while they have yet to face a loss on the ice, there was some tragic news for the team yesterday when it was reported that top prospect Alexei Cherepanov had collapsed during a game in the Russian Kontinental Hockey League. He later passed away.
Last season the Minnesota Wild won their first ever Northwest Division title but were ousted in the first round of the playoffs by the Colorado Avalanche. The big question for the Minnesota Wild this season is the whether or not they picked up enough goal scorers to make up for the players they lost in free agency. Here’s a quick rundown off who came and went, along with their scoring numbers from last year.
Recently, there was an article in the National Post on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 regarding hockey goons. They tackled the question of fighters like Jarod Boll and George Parros being overpaid and over supported. Dr. John P. Haisken-DeNew, an economist at the Ruhr and Pestphalian Institute for Economic Research concluded research that showed some players who fight a lot may not be getting points but are still being paid a substantial amount of money. Basically he is saying they are being paid to fight. He thought the players who fought would be penalized financially but this is not the case.
The 2006-2007 NHL trade deadline had just as many transactions, but few of the superstar names. This year, with over 25 trades made in a day, and a busy month of February, some teams scored big–others, not so much. We look at some of the better deals and how helpful they will be.
Jack Todd of The Montreal Gazette wonders if the Montreal Canadiens would consider pursuing Washington Capitals forward Alexander Ovechkin should he become a restricted free agent this off-season.
Wes Goldstein of CBSSports.com takes a look at a number of high profile pending unrestricted and restricted free agents and their situations as the February 26 trade deadline approaches.
According to Jack Todd of The Montreal Gazette, the idea of Washington Capitals pending restricted free agent forward Alexander Ovechkin playing for the Montreal Canadiens may not be as far fetched as some may think.
According to Mike Brophy of The Hockey News, the Washington Capitals would be well advised to explore the possibility of trading pending restricted free agent forward Alex Ovechkin.
Are the Maple Leafs planning on making Alexander Ovechkin an offer he can’t refuse? Are the Hurricanes on the verge of major roster changes? Will Marian Hossa stay in Atlanta? When will the Ducks start negotiating with Corey Perry? Will the Lightning going to keep their Big 4?
Is Peter Forsberg done? Does Alexander Ovechkin want a better deal than Sidney Crosby? Are the Panthers looking for help? Has Teemu Selanne officially retired?
Are the Lightning shopping Brad Richards for Ilja Bryzgalov? Does Alex Ovechkin want more money than the Capitals are willing to offer? Is Glen Murray being pursued? Would Ducks trade Mathieu Schneider if Scott Niedermayer or Teemu Selanne return this season?
Are the Thrashers searching for a trading partner? Have the Thrashers discussed a new deal for Marian Hossa? Do the Blue Jackets want Peter Forsberg? Are the Capitals trying to lock up Alexander Ovechkin? Do the Sabres still intend to sign Nolan Pratt? Has Peter Bondra retired from the NHL?
According to Jim Matheson of The Edmonton Journal, Washington Capitals pending restricted free agent forward Alexander Ovechkin will be looking to sign a contract similar to the one handed out by the Pittsburgh Penguins to forward Sidney Crosby this summer.
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