NHL trade review: Sharks get Karlsson

           In a blockbuster trade, the San Jose Sharks acquired D Erik Karlsson and F Francis Perron from the Ottawa Senators in exchange for F Chris Tierney, D Dylan Demelo, F Rudolfs Balcers, F Josh Norris, a 2020 conditional 1st round pick, and a second rounder in 2019 and 2021.            For the Sharks, BrentContinue reading “NHL trade review: Sharks get Karlsson”

Columbus Blue Jackets 2018-19 season preview

            After finishing with 108 points in 2016-17, 32 points higher than their 2015-16 finish, the Columbus Blue Jackets dropped a little, but still made the wild card, setting a franchise record for most consecutive playoff appearances, though the 18 year franchise\’s record is know at just two. But were knocked out by the WashingtonContinue reading “Columbus Blue Jackets 2018-19 season preview”

Colorado Avalanche 2018-19 season preview

           After a historically bad season, the Colorado Avalanche surprised everyone, finishing 4th in the tight Central division, and made the playoffs, led by Nathan MacKinnon\’s insane season, nearly winning him the Hart. They didn\’t change too much, but that\’s for the better. Let\’s look at some fast facts for the Colorado Avalanche. Head Coach:Continue reading “Colorado Avalanche 2018-19 season preview”

NHL trade review: Rangers get McQuaid

          The New York Rangers have acquired defenseman Adam McQuaid from the Boston Bruins in exchange for defenseman Steven Kampfer, a 4th and 7th round draft pick.            For the Rangers and Bruins, this is a depth defenseman trade. Kampfer wasn\’t needed by the Rangers, and won\’t be needed by the Bruins, but they getContinue reading “NHL trade review: Rangers get McQuaid”

Chicago Blackhawks 2018-19 season preview

            As their core ages, and their depth gets even worse, the Chicago Blackhawks are no longer the team they used to be. They aren\’t even playoff contenders. Before we look into the team, let\’s look at some fast facts for the Blackhawks. Head Coach: Joel QuennevilleGeneral Manager: Stan BowmanArena: United CenterAHL Affiliate: Rockford Icehogs2017-18Continue reading “Chicago Blackhawks 2018-19 season preview”