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The Roots of the Beard

“Nobody can be successful if he doesn’t love his work, love his job.” – David Sarnoff
And yes, I love this job. Thanks to Alin Mateescu and staff for bringing me to RMT.

Arguably, the best fan-centric franchise in the NHL resides at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. In their fledgling nine years, as [...]

The play of Steve Mason

After being drafted in the third round, 69th overall of the 2006 NHL entry draft, people were questioning whether Mason has the talent and skill to be a starter in the NHL. In order to start for an NHL franchise, a goalie was must have quick reflexes, know each team’s strenghs and weaknesses with the [...]

Devils Trade Brookbank to Ducks

The Devils traded defenseman Sheldon Brookbank to the Anaheim Ducks for the rights to center David McIntyre. The trade of Brookbkank opens up a spot for the Devils to add another player to their roster before the trade deadline.

Islanders Week In Review

I’ll be updating this column on a  weekly basis, tracking the season of the New York Islanders.
Games:
10/27/08- Islanders 2, New York Rangers 4
10/30/08- Islanders 3, Philadelphia Flyers 4
11/01/08- Islanders 4, Montreal Canadiens 5
New and Notes:
- The Islanders suffered one of the worst meltdowns in franchise history against the Canadiens, allowing Montreal to score four goals [...]

Draft Day Frenzy

The 2008 entry draft is two days away. At this point too many things are happening to believe no trades will take place. Here are some final rumours.

If you were The San Jose Sharks’ GM Doug Wilson…

…would you move guys like Patrick Marleau or Joe Thornton? Anything a GM does is an attempt to make his team better, but would that be the move to help the Sharks gain some depth?

Blue Jackets to overhaul blueline?

Aside from signing a couple of free agent forwards to bolster their attack, Aaron Portzline of The Columbus Dispatch reports that the Columbus Blue Jackets will also try to re-shape their blueline.

Carter, Peca, Miller, Tucker, Halak, Murray, and Ranger

Why were the Flyers willing to deal Jeff Carter? Will Blue Jackets re-sign Michael Peca? Will Ryan Miller play for the Red Wings in 2009-10? Should the Maple Leafs buy out Darcy Tucker? Which teams may want to sign Jaroslav Halak to offer sheets? Are Glen Murray’s days with the Bruins numbered? Is Paul Ranger an untouchable in Tampa Bay?

Blue Jackets to be center of attention this summer?

According to Aaron Portzline of The Columbus Dispatch, the Columbus Blue Jackets will try to land two centers in the off-season.

Emery, Raycroft, Stuart, Leclaire, Sutter, and Hossa

How much will it cost the Senators to buy out Ray Emery? Will Maple Leafs buy out Andrew Raycroft? Does Brad Stuart want to sign with Western Conference team only? When will the Blue Jackets start contract talks with Pascal Leclaire? Are the Hurricanes trying to sign Brandon Sutter? Why did Marian Hossa leave the Thrashers?

Peca, Marleau, Campbell, and pending UFAs

Are the Blue Jackets trying to re-sign Michael Peca? Will the Blue Jackets try to acquire Patrick Marleau? Can Brian Campbell get more than $8 million per season on the open market? Which UFAs could land big deals this summer? Which team will try to make big moves this off-season?

Ramble’s of Rob

A little rambling about the ‘09 NHL Winter Classic and Franchise Relocation.

Blue Jackets, Bernier, Avery, and Lecavalier

Will the Blue Jackets sign, or deal for a front-line center? Did the Sharks offer Steve Bernier to the Rangers? How much are the Rangers are willing to pay Sean Avery? Are the Lightning planning on re-signing Vincent Lecavalier long-term?

Hejda, Campbell, and Avery

Are the Blue Jackets trying to re-sign Jan Hejda before the season’s out? Will Senators try to replace Wade Redden with Brian Campbell in the off-season? How much is Sean Avery looking for?

Blue Jackets, Hainsey won’t talk contract until season’s end

Aaron Portzline of The Columbus Dispatch reports that the Columbus Blue Jackets and pending unrestricted free agent defenseman Ron Hainsey have agreed to put contract talks on hold until the end of the season.

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