Kovalchuk dispels myths with team-first attitude, dominant play
On February 4, 2012 Ilya Kovalchuk led the New Jersey Devils to a crucial victory over their bitter division rivals, the Philadelphia Flyers. For the sublimely gifted young man from Tver, Russia, it was not just a brilliant game, but […]
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Who Are These New Jersey Devils and Where Have They Been All Season?
The New Jersey Devils have played four games since returning from the All-Star break without a loss. They have outscored their opponents 19-12 over that span. Yes, those boring, trapping Devils are averaging almost five goals a game since the break. Where did this sudden offensive explosion coming from?
It’s simple…it’s been there all along, but has taken until...
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Brayden Schenn got Kovalchuked
Ilya Kovalchuk has had an underwhelming year thus far, blatantly disobeying his coach by staying on the ice longer than he should, and failing to live up to his lofty contract but that didn't stop him from stepping up for his teammate Saturday after Zac Rinaldo gave Zach Parise an after-the-whistle slew-foot. The two teams exchanged some hugs before Kovalchuk jumped in and decided...
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Kovalchuk named NHL's Second Star
Ilya Kovalchuk was today named the NHL's Second Star for the week ending Feb. 5.
Edmonton's Sam Gagner, who led the League with 12 points, took First Star honors. Toronto goaltender James Reimer was the Third Star.
Kovalchuk notched 10 poin...
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7 days ago
Kovalchuk carries Devils past Pens
While Ilya Kovalchuk refuses to take credit for the New Jersey Devils' surge since the All-Star break, his teammates can see that the forward has elevated his game.
Kovalchuk had a goal and two assists, and the Devils extended their winning streak to four games with a 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday.
Anton Volchenkov, Dainius Zubrus, Zach Parise and David...
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8 days ago
Devils 5, Penguins 2
Ilya Kovalchuk had a goal and two assists, and the New Jersey Devils extended their winning streak to four with a 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday.
Anton Volchenkov, Dainius Zubrus, Zach Parise and David Clarkson also scored for the Devils, who remained perfect since the All Star break while equaling their season-best win streak. Kovalchuk has been the key to the...
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8 days ago
Ilya Kovalchuk KO’s Brayden Schenn
New Jersey Devils winger Ilya Kovalchuk recorded the first Gordie Howe hat trick of his NHL career yesterday after scoring a goal, an assist, and knocking out Philadelphia Flyers rookie Brayden Schenn. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aywypSGFDwo Tensions rose in the third period after the Devils established a 4-point lead over the Flyers. A scrum ensued when Zac Rinaldo [...]
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Ilya Kovalchuk Drops Brayden Schenn With Right Hook During Flyers-Devils Brawl (Video)
Brayden Schenn is a familiar foe to Bruins fans who remember his bout with Chris Kelly earlier this year. However, he may want to tone down his fighting judging from the way his most recent one went. Ilya Kovalchuk caught Schenn square in the jaw with a nasty right hook to send the Flyers center down and out during a fight on Saturday. The whole things got started after a late slew...
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9 days ago
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9 days ago
Whoa! Ilya Kovalchuk drops Brayden Schenn
Who says scorers can't fight in hockey?Early Saturday afternoon the Philadelphia Flyers and the New Jersey squared off on the ice, with the Devils winning 6-4.At one point, there was a fairly big scrum on the ice after Devils forward Zack Parise appears to get tripped by the Flyers Zac Rinaldo.Lots of square dancing began and at least initially it appeared to just be some wrestling...
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9 days ago
New Jersey Devils’ Star Ilya Kovalchuk is Worth Every Penny
It's come to a point where I've grown sick and tired of so-called New Jersey Devils fans pointing fingers, blaming and just plain bashing Ilya Kovalchuk and I just had to say something.
It's easy to point out the mistakes. The bad passes and poorly timed turn-overs. It's hard to look past the minus 36 rating over the last two seasons. These are things fans dwell on and...
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January 02, 2012
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January 02, 2012
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