Thursday, May 31, 2012
Kings Win Game 1, Beaulieu Signs, Lidstrom to Retire and More
Quite a thriller in the swamp last night, no?
While the first half of regulation felt like two teams merely feeling each other out, the pace of the contest in the latter half did not disappoint.
And what a finish in overtime, with Anze Kopitar's breakaway goal giving the Los Angeles Kings a 2-1 win over the New...
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Press Release - Habs Sign Nathan Beaulieu
Canadiens sign defenseman Nathan Beaulieu to a three-year contract
MONTREAL (May 30, 2012) – Montreal Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin announced today the signing of defenseman Nathan Beaulieu to a three-year contract (2012-13 to 2014-15). As per club policy, financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
In 53 games with the Saint John Sea Dogs, Beaulieu finished tied for fifth in scoring among QMJHL defensemen with 52 points (11 goals, 41 assists). He was tied for third among rearguards in the league with 41 assists. The 6-foot-2, 190-pound defenseman scored four of his goals on the powerplay and one while shorthanded. He recorded 150 shots on goal, maintained...
MONTREAL (May 30, 2012) – Montreal Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin announced today the signing of defenseman Nathan Beaulieu to a three-year contract (2012-13 to 2014-15). As per club policy, financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
In 53 games with the Saint John Sea Dogs, Beaulieu finished tied for fifth in scoring among QMJHL defensemen with 52 points (11 goals, 41 assists). He was tied for third among rearguards in the league with 41 assists. The 6-foot-2, 190-pound defenseman scored four of his goals on the powerplay and one while shorthanded. He recorded 150 shots on goal, maintained...
Panesar and Moustakas: Stanley Cup and Conn Smythe Winner Picks
Quite a Cup Final we have on our hands, isn't it? I mean, how do you even go about predicting this one? It is difficult enough to handicap two teams from opposing conferences at the best of times.
Here,...
Finals Begin, Hartley Rumors, Habs News and More
Is there some big events upcoming?
What's that you say? It isn't that the World Inline Championships are starting this week (true story)?
Oh! It's the Stanley Cup Final!
And...
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Press Release - Habs Hire Scott Mellanby as Director of Player Personnel
CANADIENS APPOINT SCOTT MELLANBY DIRECTOR OF PLAYER PERSONNEL
MONTREAL (May 28, 2012) – Montreal Canadiens executive vice president and general manager, Marc Bergevin, announced today the appointment of Scott Mellanby to the position of director of player personnel.
“We are extremely happy to have Scott Mellanby joining the Canadiens organization. Scott has an impressive background and a commanding knowledge of the league, having played for 21 seasons in the NHL before holding various management positions over the last four years. Scott is known for his character and his leadership, which made him a great team captain during six seasons with the Florida Panthers and...
MONTREAL (May 28, 2012) – Montreal Canadiens executive vice president and general manager, Marc Bergevin, announced today the appointment of Scott Mellanby to the position of director of player personnel.
“We are extremely happy to have Scott Mellanby joining the Canadiens organization. Scott has an impressive background and a commanding knowledge of the league, having played for 21 seasons in the NHL before holding various management positions over the last four years. Scott is known for his character and his leadership, which made him a great team captain during six seasons with the Florida Panthers and...
Harltey, Mellanby, Finals, Brodeur and More
After last week's addition of Rick Dudley and extension of Larry Carrière, the Montreal Canadiens front office continues being fleshed out, with Montreal native Scott Mellanby being named as Director of Player...
Monday, May 28, 2012
Bob Hartley to be named the Montreal Canadiens’ next coach?
Now, according to a source, it is expected that the Montreal Canadiens will name Robert "Bob" Hartley as the team's next head coach....
Cataractes Take Memorial Cup, Junior Prospects, Kings-Devils and More
The Memorial Cup hosts, the Shawinigan Cataractes, are also the Memorial Cup Champions after a 2-1 overtime win against Dale Hunter's London Knights.
As a result, Habs' prospects Michael Bournival...
Sunday, May 27, 2012
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Friday, May 25, 2012
Press Release - Habs name Rick Dudley assistant GM
Rick Dudley named assistant general manager
Larry Carriere will receive a contract extension with the Canadiens.
MONTREAL (May 25, 2012) – Montreal Canadiens executive vice president and general manager, Marc Bergevin, announced today the appointment of Rick Dudley to the position of assistant general manager. The Canadiens also announced a contract extension for Larry Carrière to remain assistant general manager.
Dudley brings more than 40 years of experience in professional hockey, including the last two decades as a senior executive with various NHL organizations. Before joining the Canadiens, Dudley worked extensively in various managerial capacities with the...
Larry Carriere will receive a contract extension with the Canadiens.
MONTREAL (May 25, 2012) – Montreal Canadiens executive vice president and general manager, Marc Bergevin, announced today the appointment of Rick Dudley to the position of assistant general manager. The Canadiens also announced a contract extension for Larry Carrière to remain assistant general manager.
Dudley brings more than 40 years of experience in professional hockey, including the last two decades as a senior executive with various NHL organizations. Before joining the Canadiens, Dudley worked extensively in various managerial capacities with the...
Habs Coaching Search, Shawinigan Wins, Guarantee and More
Good news for Habs prospects Morgan Ellis and Michael Bournival, as their Shawinigan Cataractes managed to stay alive in the Memorial Cup Tournament thanks to a 6-1 drubbing of the Edmonton Oil Kings.
Now, the underdog hosts are destined to meet with Nathan Beaulieu's Saint John Sea Dogs in the semi-final.
Regardless,...
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Devils Win, Goaltending, Vigneault, Memorial Cup and More
Well, that was quite a game last night, wasn't it?
A near three-goal comeback for the New York Rangers ended in a 5-3 loss at the hands of the New Jersey Devils, who are now one win away from the Stanley Cup Finals.
In the game, both goaltenders were uncharacteristically shaky. It is perhaps less of a...
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Kings Advance to Final, Shot Blocking, Dudley and More
Wow. That is all there is to say about the Los Angeles Kings. Has there ever been an eighth seed that has looked so little like an eighth seed before?
Honestly, at this point, regardless of who they face in the Stanley Cup Final, don't you feel like they are the presumptive favorites?
Or do you think the New Jersey...
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Devils Win, Signings, World Championships and More
While the playoffs are still in full swing, the offseason is approaching rapidly as well.
In fact, by looking at the recent slew of signings across the league — for which you will find the stories below — it is clear that many teams are gearing up for the busy summer period.
Interestingly, the Anaheim...
Monday, May 21, 2012
Habs Moving Forward, Russia Takes Gold, Coyotes and More
Amazingly, the Kings actually lost a game yesterday, falling 2-0 to the Phoenix Coyotes, who avoided getting swept in the process.
While I suspect no one believes the Desert Dogs will become the fourth team to successfully overcome...
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Kings Win, Possible Suspensions, World Championships and More
Well, the Phoenix Coyotes sure dug themselves into a hole last night.
Not only did they go down 0-2 in their series against the Los Angeles Kings, but both Shane Doan and Martin Hanzal received major penalties and are facing potential suspensions.
And here I was thinking they would win this series....
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Blocked Shots, Dudley, Rangers, Hunter and More
It seems like the recent trend of shot blocking is flustering many in NHL circles, doesn't it?
Anytime a trend emerges that can stifle scoring, media people tend to throw their arms up in the air.
Bad for the game. Unwatchable. The new trap. The blocked puck era.
Here is a thought: get a grip. These...
