Bill Guerin (F) New York Islanders ----> Pittsburgh Penguins
Conditional Draft Pick ------> New York Islanders
Great move for the veteran forward, he will probably link up with Sid The Kid in the end. This will boost the Pens to the playoffs.
It is really a slow day today.......
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------¨
Dominic Moore (d) - Toronto Maple Leafs ----> Buffalo Sabres
Carolina Hurricanes 2nd round draft pick ----> Toronto Maple Leafs
Toronto has given up this season, while Buffalo will be heading into playoffs with a strenghtened defense. It won't take them to the Cup, but it'll treat their fans to a nice ending of the season.
Derek Morris (d) - Phoenix Coyotes -----> New York Rangers
Dimitri Kalinin (d), Nigel Dawes (f), Petr Prucha (f) - New York Rangers ----> Phoenix Coyotes
Morris is a great player. But the price the Rangers had to pay for him. I wonder if it's really worth it. This is a win situation for the Coyotes, I think.
Nik Antropov (f) - Toronto Maple Leafs ----> New York Rangers
2nd round draft pick, Conditional draft pick ----> Toronto Maple Leafs
A good deal for the Rangers. A great scorer who will bring a lot of smiles to the Garden faithful. But having lost Prucha and Dawes, the Rangers could well be the losers in the end.
Daniel Carcillo (f) - Phoenix Coyotes ----> Philadelphia Flyers
Scottie Upshall (f) - Philadelphia Flyers ----> Phoenix Coyotes
Carcillo will be missed in Phoenix, but Upshall is a really talented player. Could turn out to be a good move for both teams.
Eric Christensen (f) Atlanta Thrashers -----> Anaheim Ducks
Eric O'Dell (f) Anaheim Ducks ----> Atlanta Thrashers
For the second time in two years, Eric Christensen moves on deadline day. The only loser here is Eric O'Dell who ends up outside the playoffs. But for the 09-10 season, this could prove to be a good move for him as well.
3/04/2009
Deals so far 2
Brendan Morrison (F) - Anaheim Ducks ----> Dallas Stars
Waivers
Tells us nothing really. I like Brendan as a player, since his time during the lockout in Linkoping. Hopefully he can revive his career in the Lone Star State
Olli Jokinen (F), 3rd round pick - Phoenix Coyotes -----> Calgary Flames
Matthew Lombardi (F), Brandon Prust (F), 1st round pick - Calgary Flames ---->Phoenix Coyotes
Jokinen is the biggest name so far to move. With over 800 games in the NHL and not one post-season game, Olli Jokinen will be hungry when the puck drops in the playoffs. Some say he made the Coyotes a worse team, some say he was a cancer. Some will miss him. One thing's for sure. He will be one happy man. But now, Calgary needs to get rid of someone, due to the salary cap.
Steve Montador (D) Anaheim Ducks -----> Boston Bruins
Petteri Nokelainen (F) Boston Bruins -----> Anaheim Ducks
Definetly a nice move for Nokelainen. A somewhat cheap move for the Ducks, since they acquired D-man Ryan Whitney yesterday.
Waivers
Tells us nothing really. I like Brendan as a player, since his time during the lockout in Linkoping. Hopefully he can revive his career in the Lone Star State
Olli Jokinen (F), 3rd round pick - Phoenix Coyotes -----> Calgary Flames
Matthew Lombardi (F), Brandon Prust (F), 1st round pick - Calgary Flames ---->Phoenix Coyotes
Jokinen is the biggest name so far to move. With over 800 games in the NHL and not one post-season game, Olli Jokinen will be hungry when the puck drops in the playoffs. Some say he made the Coyotes a worse team, some say he was a cancer. Some will miss him. One thing's for sure. He will be one happy man. But now, Calgary needs to get rid of someone, due to the salary cap.
Steve Montador (D) Anaheim Ducks -----> Boston Bruins
Petteri Nokelainen (F) Boston Bruins -----> Anaheim Ducks
Definetly a nice move for Nokelainen. A somewhat cheap move for the Ducks, since they acquired D-man Ryan Whitney yesterday.
Deals so far 1
Pascal Leclaire (g) + draft pick- Columbus Blue Jackets ----> Ottawa Senators
Pat Vermette (f) - Ottawa Senators ----> Columbus Blue Jackets
Good deal for the Sens. They, too, were in the need of a good goalie. In Leclaire, they have a great one. Pat Vermette will be useful for the Blue Jackets, for sure. But the big winner is the Sens.
Jordan Leopold (d) - Colorado Avalanche ----> Calgary Flames
Laurence Nycholat (d), Ryan Wilson (d), 2nd round draft pick -----> Colorado Avalanche
A bit of a gamble by the Flames, since Leopold will be an Unrestricted Free Agent this summer. Although, since this is his second spell at the Flames, Leopold might stay.
Mikael Tellqvist (g) Phoenix Coyotes ----> Buffalo Sabres
2nd round draft pick ------> Phoenix Coyotes
A cheap move for an under-rated keeper. Tellqvist will get his chance, thanks to the injuries on Ryan Miller. This is his big chance of making it. He will.
Pat Vermette (f) - Ottawa Senators ----> Columbus Blue Jackets
Good deal for the Sens. They, too, were in the need of a good goalie. In Leclaire, they have a great one. Pat Vermette will be useful for the Blue Jackets, for sure. But the big winner is the Sens.
Jordan Leopold (d) - Colorado Avalanche ----> Calgary Flames
Laurence Nycholat (d), Ryan Wilson (d), 2nd round draft pick -----> Colorado Avalanche
A bit of a gamble by the Flames, since Leopold will be an Unrestricted Free Agent this summer. Although, since this is his second spell at the Flames, Leopold might stay.
Mikael Tellqvist (g) Phoenix Coyotes ----> Buffalo Sabres
2nd round draft pick ------> Phoenix Coyotes
A cheap move for an under-rated keeper. Tellqvist will get his chance, thanks to the injuries on Ryan Miller. This is his big chance of making it. He will.
D-day
D-day is today, Deadline-day that is.
First off:
Sean Avery is back! He's a jackass, a free-spoken maniac who does pretty much whatever he likes. He annoyes the living hell out of pretty much everyone. And now he's back with the New York Rangers, a team which is now under the reign of John Tortorella - also a free-spoken maniac. The result could be World War III. Will it? Nope.
Broadway Sean proved his worth to the Rangers last season and is determined to do the same thing once again. Chris Drury told nhl.com: "The only two things I need to know and I think the other guys in this room need to know are: One, he wants to be here, wants to be a Ranger. And, second, he wants to win a Stanley Cup. What more could you ask for of a teammate?"
The answer is: Nothing. Avery always speaks his mind, on and off the ice. Some things are more suitable than others but over all he stands up for what he says. With no. 16 back (probably already for the Islanders clash on Thursday) and with the demolition of Colorado in fresh memory, this will boost the Rangers.
I will update this blog later today!
Stay tuned
First off:
Sean Avery is back! He's a jackass, a free-spoken maniac who does pretty much whatever he likes. He annoyes the living hell out of pretty much everyone. And now he's back with the New York Rangers, a team which is now under the reign of John Tortorella - also a free-spoken maniac. The result could be World War III. Will it? Nope.
Broadway Sean proved his worth to the Rangers last season and is determined to do the same thing once again. Chris Drury told nhl.com: "The only two things I need to know and I think the other guys in this room need to know are: One, he wants to be here, wants to be a Ranger. And, second, he wants to win a Stanley Cup. What more could you ask for of a teammate?"
The answer is: Nothing. Avery always speaks his mind, on and off the ice. Some things are more suitable than others but over all he stands up for what he says. With no. 16 back (probably already for the Islanders clash on Thursday) and with the demolition of Colorado in fresh memory, this will boost the Rangers.
I will update this blog later today!
Stay tuned
3/03/2009
Having another go
I haven't been active with the blog for ages. My last post was on Oct. 21st 2008.
Due to lack of feedback from readers, thus giving me a lack of motivation, I've been nowhere near this blog. This is going to change.
The Swedish hockey league is going into the playoffs, starting Thursday. It should be a great few weeks, possibly with the factor of some upsets for the major teams. I think Linkoping and Farjestad are the main contenders this year. Although I must post a word of warning for the oustider Timra from Sundsvall. For almost the first time since the beginning of the season, they have a full strength team.
In the main part of this blog, I'm discussing the NHL. This will be no exception today. Things have happened since my last post. The most important being the switch of coach in the New York Rangers. Tom Renney got the sack and now "the Sean Avery of coaches" is running the show: John Tortorella.
And he has managed to break a bad streak. With a slow start (losing 2-1 on penalties against the Maple Leafs). But the 6-1 demolition job against the Colorado Avalanche might be the thing turning the Rangers around again. They are still in desperate need of some luck, turning those chances into goals. But the Avalanche game was a start.
Tomorrow, we have the busiest day in the NHL - the trade deadline. Philadelphia might look for a keeper, Calgary needs a puck-moving defensemen according to most experts and the Rangers need, as mentioned above some scoring. So, do I have any thoughts about this?
Yes, as a matter of fact, I do. With almost the whole team of the Toronto Maple Leafs being available, a few guys might move there. Also, Jay Bouwmeester of the Panthers, Chris Pronger of the Ducks, Marian Gaborik of the Wild and Keith Tkachuk of the Blues are a few guys to be mentioned as possible bricks to move tomorrow. I doubt that Gaborik will move but if Bouwmeester doesn't, I'd be very surprised. Rumour has it that he doesn't want to re-sign with the Panthers, thus making this the last chance for the Florida management to get something in exchange.
I think the Flames might make a move for Toronto defenseman Tomas Kaberle, he'd fit right into their plans if the price is right. Also, Nik Antropov might be at a new club by the end of tomorrow. But where might he go?
If the Rangers need scoring, they will need to dig deep. Only a superstar will do. And that will be costly. The Flyers might be looking for a new keeper, but who'd want to let their top goalie go? Cam Ward is out (the Hurricanes are building their team around him) unless the Flyers pay BIG. Tomas Vokoun could be the man.... Perhaps Vesa Toskala from the constantly under-achieving Maple Leafs?
Some experts say that it will be a calm day. I think not. The move of Pens defenseman Ryan Whitney to the Ducks in exchange for Chris Kunitz and Eric Tangradi, sort of set the tone for tomorrow. This is a big deal and both parts will benefit from it. I'm a big fan of Whitney and this was a bit of a surprise deal. And last night, veterfan defenseman Niclas Havelid (and minor forward Myles Stoesz) moved to New Jersey Devils in exchange for defenseman Anssi Salmela. A calm deadline day? I think not.
Stay tuned
Due to lack of feedback from readers, thus giving me a lack of motivation, I've been nowhere near this blog. This is going to change.
The Swedish hockey league is going into the playoffs, starting Thursday. It should be a great few weeks, possibly with the factor of some upsets for the major teams. I think Linkoping and Farjestad are the main contenders this year. Although I must post a word of warning for the oustider Timra from Sundsvall. For almost the first time since the beginning of the season, they have a full strength team.
In the main part of this blog, I'm discussing the NHL. This will be no exception today. Things have happened since my last post. The most important being the switch of coach in the New York Rangers. Tom Renney got the sack and now "the Sean Avery of coaches" is running the show: John Tortorella.
And he has managed to break a bad streak. With a slow start (losing 2-1 on penalties against the Maple Leafs). But the 6-1 demolition job against the Colorado Avalanche might be the thing turning the Rangers around again. They are still in desperate need of some luck, turning those chances into goals. But the Avalanche game was a start.
Tomorrow, we have the busiest day in the NHL - the trade deadline. Philadelphia might look for a keeper, Calgary needs a puck-moving defensemen according to most experts and the Rangers need, as mentioned above some scoring. So, do I have any thoughts about this?
Yes, as a matter of fact, I do. With almost the whole team of the Toronto Maple Leafs being available, a few guys might move there. Also, Jay Bouwmeester of the Panthers, Chris Pronger of the Ducks, Marian Gaborik of the Wild and Keith Tkachuk of the Blues are a few guys to be mentioned as possible bricks to move tomorrow. I doubt that Gaborik will move but if Bouwmeester doesn't, I'd be very surprised. Rumour has it that he doesn't want to re-sign with the Panthers, thus making this the last chance for the Florida management to get something in exchange.
I think the Flames might make a move for Toronto defenseman Tomas Kaberle, he'd fit right into their plans if the price is right. Also, Nik Antropov might be at a new club by the end of tomorrow. But where might he go?
If the Rangers need scoring, they will need to dig deep. Only a superstar will do. And that will be costly. The Flyers might be looking for a new keeper, but who'd want to let their top goalie go? Cam Ward is out (the Hurricanes are building their team around him) unless the Flyers pay BIG. Tomas Vokoun could be the man.... Perhaps Vesa Toskala from the constantly under-achieving Maple Leafs?
Some experts say that it will be a calm day. I think not. The move of Pens defenseman Ryan Whitney to the Ducks in exchange for Chris Kunitz and Eric Tangradi, sort of set the tone for tomorrow. This is a big deal and both parts will benefit from it. I'm a big fan of Whitney and this was a bit of a surprise deal. And last night, veterfan defenseman Niclas Havelid (and minor forward Myles Stoesz) moved to New Jersey Devils in exchange for defenseman Anssi Salmela. A calm deadline day? I think not.
Stay tuned
10/21/2008
Turning?
First of all, I'm sorry for not being here for a while. But I've had loads of stuff to do.
Not too much to cut off the good old hockey but way too much to be able to write about it.
So, I got a bit cocky last time and said: "Bring on the Sabres.."
And they did. Since I wrote that line there hasn't been a full time victory for the Rangers. Loss against the Sabres, OT win vs. Toronto, OT loss vs. Red Wings and a loss against the Stars last night.
According to the live reports from the Garden last night, it took about 25 seconds before Broadway Sean (Avery) got his: "Avery SUCKS!" from the Garden Faithful. Well, Sean, if you're not with us.....
Last night, there was a brother vs. brother fight in the Garden. King Henrik Lundqvist vs twin brother Joel. And it was Joel who came out as a winner. He didn't score but the Stars still won. Much thanks to Swedish super rookie Fabian Brunnstrom. This exceptional talent, who thought of quitting hockey at the age of 15 and played in the Swedish third league two years ago, is off to an amazing start in the NHL. He scored a hat trick in his debut and he has now got four goals and one assist in five games, I belive. Impressing!
Sure, I'm a Rangers fan but still, it's fun to see how the Swedes are doing over there. I hope Fabian can go free from injuries this season. If he does, could he be Rookie of the Year? In the Brunnstrom Saga, nothing surprises me anymore.
I'll try to write more frequently!
Not too much to cut off the good old hockey but way too much to be able to write about it.
So, I got a bit cocky last time and said: "Bring on the Sabres.."
And they did. Since I wrote that line there hasn't been a full time victory for the Rangers. Loss against the Sabres, OT win vs. Toronto, OT loss vs. Red Wings and a loss against the Stars last night.
According to the live reports from the Garden last night, it took about 25 seconds before Broadway Sean (Avery) got his: "Avery SUCKS!" from the Garden Faithful. Well, Sean, if you're not with us.....
Last night, there was a brother vs. brother fight in the Garden. King Henrik Lundqvist vs twin brother Joel. And it was Joel who came out as a winner. He didn't score but the Stars still won. Much thanks to Swedish super rookie Fabian Brunnstrom. This exceptional talent, who thought of quitting hockey at the age of 15 and played in the Swedish third league two years ago, is off to an amazing start in the NHL. He scored a hat trick in his debut and he has now got four goals and one assist in five games, I belive. Impressing!
Sure, I'm a Rangers fan but still, it's fun to see how the Swedes are doing over there. I hope Fabian can go free from injuries this season. If he does, could he be Rookie of the Year? In the Brunnstrom Saga, nothing surprises me anymore.
I'll try to write more frequently!
10/14/2008
"You can't beat us..."
I was wrong, at the same time I was right. I was right in saying that the Rangers would win. But man, I was wrong about the score. 4-1....
I mean, it's like I can taste it.
Sure, good old Marty fumbled a bit when the first puck hit the net. But then the Rangers show began. It wasn't until the second period the Devils got back in the game. But there he was, Henrik Lundqvist. Unwilling to let anything pass him. It wasn't until the end of the second period, John Madden (I love that name...) found the net with a rebound after a magnificent Lundqvist save.
Aaron Voros, that's a guy that keeps impressing on me. Two goals last night. Both of them coming Holmstrom-style. In front of Brodeur he was, fighting and earning those goals. He will be vital for the Rangers during tis season.
Also, a good game from Dubinsky. 2 goals and 1 assist. The assist was to the empty netter by Ryan Callahan. Dubinsky could have gone for goal himself, thus earning a hattrick but he passed and let Callahan finish the job. Good boy!
This was the Rangers 8th victory in 9 matches against the Devils and when the match was nearing the end, the Garden Faithful just chanted: "You can't beat us!" Very nice.
Before the game there was a moment to honour the memory of Rangers draft pick Alexei Cherepanov, 19 years old, who died during a game with his Russian side Avangard Omsk yesterday. The Russian collided with former captain Jaromir Jagr. The hit itself didn't look that harmful but Cherepanov died on the bench a few minutes later. Today my thoughts and condolances goes to his family and friends.
R.I.P Alexei Cherepanov
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
In other news, I'm surprised about the Blackhawks. They mix nice matches with pure crap. Tonight they lost at home to Nashville, 3-2.
The Sabres crushed the Islanders (7-1!) on Long Island and coach Lindy Ruff has got his side all fired up for Wednesdays clash with the Rangers on Manhattan. Should be a good one!
Stay tuned
I mean, it's like I can taste it.
Sure, good old Marty fumbled a bit when the first puck hit the net. But then the Rangers show began. It wasn't until the second period the Devils got back in the game. But there he was, Henrik Lundqvist. Unwilling to let anything pass him. It wasn't until the end of the second period, John Madden (I love that name...) found the net with a rebound after a magnificent Lundqvist save.
Aaron Voros, that's a guy that keeps impressing on me. Two goals last night. Both of them coming Holmstrom-style. In front of Brodeur he was, fighting and earning those goals. He will be vital for the Rangers during tis season.
Also, a good game from Dubinsky. 2 goals and 1 assist. The assist was to the empty netter by Ryan Callahan. Dubinsky could have gone for goal himself, thus earning a hattrick but he passed and let Callahan finish the job. Good boy!
This was the Rangers 8th victory in 9 matches against the Devils and when the match was nearing the end, the Garden Faithful just chanted: "You can't beat us!" Very nice.
Before the game there was a moment to honour the memory of Rangers draft pick Alexei Cherepanov, 19 years old, who died during a game with his Russian side Avangard Omsk yesterday. The Russian collided with former captain Jaromir Jagr. The hit itself didn't look that harmful but Cherepanov died on the bench a few minutes later. Today my thoughts and condolances goes to his family and friends.
R.I.P Alexei Cherepanov
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
In other news, I'm surprised about the Blackhawks. They mix nice matches with pure crap. Tonight they lost at home to Nashville, 3-2.
The Sabres crushed the Islanders (7-1!) on Long Island and coach Lindy Ruff has got his side all fired up for Wednesdays clash with the Rangers on Manhattan. Should be a good one!
Stay tuned
Prenumerera på:
Inlägg (Atom)