NHL News and Notes from Monday, December 16th, 2019

NHL News and Notes from Monday, December 16th, 2019   News: The Los Angeles Kings have placed forward Ilya Kovalchuk on unconditional waivers for the purpose of having his contract terminated. Los Angeles Kings' Release   The New Jersey Devils have traded forwards Taylor Hall and Blake Speers to the Arizona Coyotes for Arizona's 2020 … Continue reading NHL News and Notes from Monday, December 16th, 2019

Bombs Away in Columbus, Caps Shutout for First Time: Post-Game

Washington Capitals (24-6-5; 53 pts) v. Columbus Blue Jackets (13-14-6; 32 pts)TLDR; Joonas Korpisalo hands the Capitals their first shutout loss of the season, Oliver Bjorkstrand tallies two, Washington still leads Metro. As has been customary for the Capitals, the first 20 minutes were slow and rambling. Caps' goaltender Braden Holtby was challenged early, forced … Continue reading Bombs Away in Columbus, Caps Shutout for First Time: Post-Game

Breaking News: Devils trade Taylor Hall to Arizona

After all the rumors and speculation the last few weeks or so, the New Jersey Devils have finally traded star winger Taylor Hall to the Arizona Coyotes. The Coyotes beat out competitors such as the Colorado Avalanche, Florida Panthers, and Edmonton Oilers amongst others. The move was completed right before the NHL's roster freeze which … Continue reading Breaking News: Devils trade Taylor Hall to Arizona

NHL Three Stars of the Week for Dec. 9th – 15th

Today the National Hockey League announced their Three Stars of the Week for the week of December 9th through 15th.   First Star – Max Pacioretty (LW, Vegas Golden Knights) Pacioretty would lead all skaters in the NHL with eight points (5g, 3a) in four games played for the Golden Knights. Pacioretty would open the … Continue reading NHL Three Stars of the Week for Dec. 9th – 15th

Have A (Cannon)Ball; Washington Capitals vs Columbus Blue Jackets

Washington Capitals (24-5-5) vs Columbus Blue Jackets (12-14-6)  Predicted GoaltenderRecordGAA / SV% / # SOWashington CapitalsBraden Holtby15-2-42.78 / .910 / 0Columbus Blue JacketsJoonas Korpisalo12-10-22.73 / .906 / 1 The Washington Capitals lost to the Columbus Blue Jackets just one week ago at Capital One Arena. This time, the Caps’ are looking to rewrite that narrative, … Continue reading Have A (Cannon)Ball; Washington Capitals vs Columbus Blue Jackets

NHL News and Notes from Saturday, December 14th, 2019

NHL News and Notes from Saturday, December 14th, 2019   Game Recaps: Columbus Blue Jackets v. Ottawa Senators - 1p EST Start Time In Ottawa the Senators would host the Columbus Blue Jackets for an early afternoon matinee. In the first period Cam Atkinson would score for the Jackets, but the Senators would get a … Continue reading NHL News and Notes from Saturday, December 14th, 2019

Game Recap – 12/14/2019 – Washington Capitals v. Tampa Bay Lightning

Washington Capitals (23-5-5 51pts) v. Tampa Bay Lightning (16-11-3 35pts)   Game Recap: The Washington Capitals are back on the road, and they start their little road trip in Tampa Bay as they look to tame the Lightning. In the first period after facing some early pressure from the Lightning, the Capitals would force Tampa's … Continue reading Game Recap – 12/14/2019 – Washington Capitals v. Tampa Bay Lightning

NHL News and Notes from Friday, December 13th, 2019

NHL News and Notes from Friday, December 13th, 2019   News: The Philadelphia Flyers have announced that forward Oskar Lindbolm has been diagnosed with Ewing's sarcoma. Lindbolm is not expected to return this season as he will be undergoing further testing and begin treatment as early as next week. https://twitter.com/NHLFlyers/status/1205620587730735104?s=20   Game Recaps: Vegas Golden … Continue reading NHL News and Notes from Friday, December 13th, 2019

On The Road Again: Washington Capitals vs Tampa Bay Lightning

Washington Capitals (23-5-5) vs Tampa Bay Lightning (16-11-3)   Predicted Goaltender Record GAA / SV% / # SO Washington Capitals Ilya Samsonov 7-2-1 2.42 / .917 / 0 Tampa Bay Lightning Andrei Vasilevskiy 12-8-1 2.82 / .910 / 0 After a brief two-game home stand, the Washington Capitals will hit the road and head to … Continue reading On The Road Again: Washington Capitals vs Tampa Bay Lightning