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Puck DaddyJacques Ysaye, creator of Whalers anthem 'Brass Bonanza,' dies at 94
The man who created one of hockey's most memorable songs has died at 94.
Puck DaddyDallas Stars ready to contend again after summer of upheaval
The Dallas Stars are primed for a bounce-back year after a busy off-season by GM Jim Nill.
Puck DaddyAlex Radulov gets long-term deal as Stars land him for five years
Alex Radulov heads from Montreal to Dallas after a solid return season to the NHL.
Puck DaddyWhere will Jaromir Jagr go next after parting ways with Panthers?
As NHL free agency opens on Saturday, let’s give a warm welcome back to #JagrWatch. Jagr’s agent, Petr Svoboda, told TSN’s Pierre LeBrun that the 45-year-old-forward will not be back with the Florida Panthers, ending his two-and-a-half season tenure in South Florida. There was interest in re-signing Jagr, who scored 16 times and recorded 46 points last season despite linemates Jonathan Huberdeau and Aleksander Barkov missing time due to injury, but it was clear that general manager Dale Tallon preferred a salary lower than the $4 million plus bonuses he earned in 2016-17.
Puck DaddyJosh Ho-Sang fights through adversity, earns Islanders confidence
It took all of 20 seconds for Josh Ho-Sang to have his “Welcome to the NHL” moment when he made his New York Islanders debut in March. As Ho-Sang took the puck in the corner of the Islanders’ zone, Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn, he of a 6-foot-2, 210-pound frame, was charging at him. A split second before Benn laid a hit along the boards, the rookie forward was able to make a play up ice.
Puck DaddyWill Reilly, final 2017 NHL draft pick, ‘honored’ to be chosen by Penguins
Will Reilly was watching the 2017 NHL Draft to see his neighbor get drafted. Turns out, he ended up being selected as well.
Puck DaddyIslanders GM happy with Travis Hamonic trade, mum on next big move
Garth Snow now has extra assets to use in a future trade after dealing away Travis Hamonic.
Puck DaddyFlames bolster blue line with Travis Hamonic acquisition
The Islanders free up some more cap space while the Flames improve their blue line.
Puck DaddyWhy the Penguins traded out of first round to get Ryan Reaves
Jim Rutherford wanted toughness to protect his stars. He believes he got that in getting Ryan Reaves from the Blues.
Puck DaddyCody Glass, first Vegas pick, wants to be more than a trivia question
Cody Glass will go down in history as the first-ever draft selection of the Vegas Golden Knights.
Puck DaddyNolan Patrick happy at No. 2, wants to bring Flyers a Stanley Cup
The Philadelphia Flyers selected Nolan Patrick with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2017 NHL draft.
Puck DaddyT.J. Oshie re-signs with Capitals for a long, long time
T.J. Oshie gets a big eight-year deal to stay with the Capitals.
Puck DaddyTop prospects dealing with nerves, unknown futures ahead of NHL draft
NHL top prospects battle mixed emotions as the first-round of the draft approaches.
Puck DaddyDates of note from the 2017-18 NHL schedule
The National Hockey Leagues’s championship trophy, The Stanley Cup, currently held by the Chicago Blackhawks, is displayed at the State Department in Washington, Thursday, March 10, 2016, during a luncheon reception hosted by Secretary of State John Kerry in honor the visiting Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The NHL’s 2016-17 campaign ended only 11 days ago but it’s never too early to talk about next season. One day after the league released the home openers for all 31 teams, the full 2017-18 schedule is out with the regular season beginning Oct. 4 and ending on April 7.
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Craig Anderson gives emotional speech after being awarded Masterton Trophy (Video)
Ottawa Senators goaltender Craig Anderson is the 2016-17 recipient of the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the NHL player who "best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey."
Puck DaddyHow John Tortorella won his second Jack Adams Award
John Tortorella is named the NHL's coach of the year.
Puck DaddyHow Auston Matthews won the 2016-17 Calder Trophy
Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs was named the winner of the 2017 Calder Trophy, given to the NHL’s top rookie.
Puck DaddyRangers set to buy out remainder of Dan Girardi's contract
Now we know why the Rangers didn't ask Girardi to waive his no-move clause for the expansion draft.
Puck DaddyGrand Rapids wins Calder Cup; Predators reveal injuries; Cunningham's story (Puck Headlines)
A glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media.
Puck DaddyChronicles of Stanley: Sidney Crosby's strike; What's in Phil's pockets?
The Chronicles of Stanley is an occasional series this summer that tracks the Pittsburgh Penguins as they each get their special alone time with the Stanley Cup.
Puck DaddyPass or Fail: USA Hockey’s World Junior Championship outdoor game jersey
USA Hockey reveal the jersey they will wear during the IIHF World Junior Championship outdoor game vs. Canada on Dec. 29.
Puck DaddyCrosby on SI cover; Bieksa and Ducks' expansion plans; Darling's journey (Puck Headlines)
A glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media.
Puck DaddyMike Sullivan’s ‘confidence’ in Penguins leads to historic Stanley Cup title
Mike Sullivan's message got through to the Penguins and the coach has now led the franchise to back-to-back Stanley Cups.
Puck DaddyPenguins goaltenders share special bond, second Stanley Cup together
Marc-Andre Fleury and Matt Murray played big roles in another Penguins' Stanley Cup victory.