Tag Archives: Hockey

2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs Preview

Posted on April 11, 2018 by

The first time I ever wrote a playoff preview article was in Grade 6 for a group assignment about newspapers. Newspapers! What an inventive way of preparing us for the future. I still remember doing a preview for a series … Continue reading →

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Winnipeg Jets 2017-18 Season Preview

Posted on November 26, 2017 by

Nothing against Atlanta, but I’m happy Winnipeg has a hockey team and they don’t. Sorry. Though I guess if you really cared, Atlanta, you would’ve attended more hockey games. Oh well. I’m not a fan of the Jets logo. I … Continue reading →

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Washington Capitals 2017-18 Season Preview

Posted on November 24, 2017 by

In the playoffs last season, Washington faced the #8 seed in the first round – the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Leafs gave them a run for their money and were actually winning the series at one point. Ultimately, Washington got … Continue reading →

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Vegas Golden Knights 2017-18 Season Preview

Posted on November 22, 2017 by

The NHL was the first of the big four professional sports leagues to break into Las Vegas. So far, so good. The team is off to a 12-6-1 start, which is far better than anyone could’ve ever expected from an … Continue reading →

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Vancouver Canucks 2017-18 Season Preview

Posted on November 22, 2017 by

The Vancouver Canucks have never won the Stanley Cup, but in 2011, they hosted Game 7 of the Finals against the Boston Bruins. Win the game, they lift the Cup. Lose the game and well, they probably cry in the … Continue reading →

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Toronto Maple Leafs 2017-18 Season Preview

Posted on November 18, 2017 by

The Toronto Maple Leafs are my favourite team, if you haven’t been able to figure that out yet from me mentioning them in almost every preview so far. I’ve seen the good years, the bad years, and the “just okay” … Continue reading →

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Tampa Bay Lightning 2017-18 Season Preview

Posted on November 18, 2017 by

The Tampa Bay Lightning got new jerseys a few years ago. They now look like a bootleg version of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Who’s idea was this? Get your own team colours. FORWARDS The Lightning have a lot of depth … Continue reading →

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St. Louis Blues 2017-18 Season Preview

Posted on November 18, 2017 by

I have two quick stories that pertain to Chris Pronger and Al MacInnis – two former defensemen for the St. Louis Blues. 1. One of the first hockey sticks I ever owned is signed by Chris Pronger on the handle. … Continue reading →

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San Jose Sharks 2017-18 Season Preview

Posted on November 12, 2017 by

When the San Jose Sharks get a power play during a home game, they play the Jaws theme over the loudspeakers and the fans use their arms to mimic a shark chomp. It’s all very cute. The Sharks have been … Continue reading →

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Pittsburgh Penguins 2017-18 Season Preview

Posted on November 12, 2017 by

It’s not fair that Pittsburgh has Sidney Crosby and Edmonton has Connor McDavid, when a few decades ago, both teams had Mario Lemieux and Wayne Gretzky, respectively. Is there some rule that says only those two cities can have the … Continue reading →

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