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Live Game Recap: Canucks 5, Flames 3
January 06, 2008 by
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By JesLast night's 5-3 Vancouver Canucks win over the Calgary Flames was my first live game of the season. It might be my last, too, unless someone wants to donate to my unregistered charity ;)The play was sloppy like cafeteria chili, and the Canucks were out-chanced most of the...
The IIHF is Whining for More Money
December 30, 2007 by
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by JesThe IIHF recently raised more eyebrows when it gave notice to the NHL that it wanted to re-open the NHL/IIHF agreement and get better terms for European clubs.Rene Fasel, IIHF President and corrupt Olympic Committee official, gave an interview which highlights the views of his...
What's so Great About Outdoor Hockey Games?
December 26, 2007 by
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by JesIt appears that having outdoor hockey games is the big trend these days, and now the Flyers want to jump on that bandwagon with an annual outdoor game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at "Beaver Stadium" (insert Beavis laughter here)Quite honestly, if I had the chance...
Satan hits 666 O NOES!!!!111
December 25, 2007 by
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by JesDo you feel a sense of evil in the air this morning? Are the dogs in your neighbourhood barking lustily? Is your shower raining blood?Yes, our favourite son of Lucifer hit the magic 666 mark last night with a goal against the Capitals last night.Over at the FanHouse, Big Mac...
The NHL's Overpaid Schmucks
December 25, 2007 by
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by JesOver at his blog, James Mirtle highlighted a group of the NHL's Unsung Heroes. Let's face it, guys like Greg Zanon deserve a little more appreciation. Jan Hejda? Remember, Hockey Rants highlighted this guy's mad skillz before, and you mortals still don't worship...
Mike Richards' Lifetime Contract
December 24, 2007 by
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by JesI thought it was just the New York Islanders that handed out insane long-term deals. 10 years for Yashin, 15 years for DiPietro, any amount of years for GM Garth Snow ... and then the Philadelphia Flyers come along and join the game to see who can make the bat-shit craziest deal...
The NHL is Secretly Testing the Thermablades
December 23, 2007 by
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by JesBack in mid-October, I ranted about the prospect of a new, heated skate blade (The Thermablade), which would help melt the ice a bit so that players could skate faster.Obviously, I'm not a big fan of adding mechanical elements to the game, as it'll turn the sport more...
Wednesday's Wackiness
December 20, 2007 by
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by JesMy girlfriend sent me this photo of the Toronto Maple Leafs defense, and it made my day. As Homer Simpson would proclaim, "It's funny, because it's true!"---Meanwhile, the NHL grows a couple of hairy ones and comes down hard on Chris Simon with a 30-game suspension...
Chris Simon, Professional Thug
December 18, 2007 by
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by JesChris Simon is one of those 'puck-optional' players in the NHL. It doesn't matter what is happening with the puck, Simon's job is simply to inflict physical pain and suffering on the opposing team. Simon isn't out there to score goals, or do anything useful...
The Beatty Connection
December 16, 2007 by
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by GregJes gently suggested that perhaps I might write something for this blog, to, you know, justify the fact that my name still appears on it. So I was all set to write something up about the Thrashers' pickup of Mark Recchi, how it was a ridiculous desperation move, Recchi&...
The Hockey Rants Hockey & Sex Quiz
April 24, 2007 by
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I don't know what you do with the answers, but it's pretty funny. Some good photoshop action to start things off too.
Devils Fire Claude Julien
April 03, 2007 by
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Lou Lamoriello has just fired Coach Claude Julien, despite the fact that the Devils are on top of the Atlantic Division. Lou is going to replace Cluade with himself behind the bench.
What the hell is going on here? What the hell inspired this move?
Forget Strip Poker, How About Strip Shootouts?
April 01, 2007 by
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Here's how Blues coach Andy Murray prepares his teams for shootouts. They practice the scenario and each player goes until they score. If they miss, they're forced to remove an article of clothing.
If you're a Blues fan, Eric Brewer and Matt Walker are NOT the guys...
Jiri Slegr Soup
January 22, 2007 by
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Jiri Slegr Hockey Card Garlic Soup. It's what's for dinner.
Beer Belly Hawaiian Jersey Night?!?!
January 18, 2007 by
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Holy jesus, this is the worst jersey I have ever seen. Think Baby Blue Chargers meets Weekend at Bernies meets June Jones' closet mixed with a splash of the always fashionable hockey industry. This is the worst idea for a hockey night promotion I've heard in some time, but...
The Battle of Crosbybechkin for the Art Ross
January 11, 2007 by
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A comparison of numbers between the two men are now 1-2 in the scoring race, Sidney Crosby and Alexendar Ovechkin.
The Czechs want bigger Cheques
January 08, 2007 by
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Since I know nothing about international hockey, I found this Hockey Rants post about the transfer agreement between the NHL and the Czechs of the International Ice Hockey Federation to be very informative. Didn't you ever wonder how much the NHL pays the IIHF for every European...
Slovak Legend Peter Bondra Nets Goal #500
December 25, 2006 by
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Peter Bondra scored his 500th career NHL goal last night in a win against the Maple Leafs.
Head-to-Head: Sidney Crosby vs. Alexander Ovechkin
November 25, 2006 by
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"Who's better, Sidney Crosby or Alexander Ovechkin? This question has plagued the world's greatest scientists and know-little mainstream hockey writers for the past couple of seasons."
Hockey Rants kicks off the 'FAIR and BALANCED' Crosby/Ovechkin argument...
Introducing Alexander Radulov
October 30, 2006 by
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When you score on your first shot on goal, people take notice. The 15th pick in the 2004 NHL draft made his debut for the Predators last Sunday and it looks like he might be sticking around for awhile.
Introducing Anze Kopitar
October 11, 2006 by
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Hockey Rants posts youtube video featuring Kopitar's early highlights.
Anze is third on his team in his time per game so far, earning 2 and half minutes more than the next forward on the Kings, Frolov.
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