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American Idol: Modano Breaks NHL American Scoring Record

skydivedad — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 11:46:36 -0500

Mike Modano needed less than five minutes to break Phil Housley's NHL record for the most points by a U.S.-born player with two goals in the Stars 3-1 win over the San Jose Sharks. Congrats to this Michigan Born Native.

New Hockeytown USA

skydivedad — Sun, 04 Nov 2007 06:44:35 -0500

If Detroit isn't Hockeytown USA anymore, then what city is? From Hockeytown to Ghost Town. Holy Octopi, what the heck is happening to this tradition-rich Original 6 city? Who has displaced them as an American Hockey Mecca? Columnist Ross McKeon weighs in.

Hockey Sweater Showdown! #1 Montreal Canadians vs. #2 Chicago Blackhawks

skydivedad — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 20:32:01 -0400

The voting ends November 1st. In true Chicago tradition I urge you to vote early and vote often as these Finalist Square for NHL Bragging Rights. See how your squad's threads did in comparison to these Timeless Classics.

It's TV Time for the Chicago Blackhawks.

skydivedad — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 09:26:40 -0400

Chicago Blackhawks to Televise Home Games as they negotiate with Comcast SportsNet to add home games for this season. The Chicago Blackhawks finally move to join the 21st Century. Can phenom rookies Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane ignite new interest in the fading Fan Base?

MLB Divisional Playoffs Link Dump......

skydivedad — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 15:56:02 -0400

I'm looking for all the great links from you guys. I want the best of Red Sox, Yankees, Indians, Angels, Cubbies, Phillies, Diamond Backs, Rockies, Padres. Give a shout-out whatever.....

Madison Square Garden Sues NHL over Promotions....

skydivedad — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 12:37:53 -0400

MSG which owns the Rangers. The lawsuit said the NHL insisted last week that MSG transfer control over the Rangers independently produced Web site, including the "nyrangers.com" address so that the league could convert it into one of 30 "cookie-cutter" club Web sites at "nhl.com." After spending way to much time on the Cookie Cutter NHL Controlled Team Websites I'm on the side of MSG in this fight.

Chicago Blackhawks Owner Bill Wirtz Passed Away......

skydivedad — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 06:45:06 -0400

Wirtz had been ill for a long time with cancer and finally succumbed this morning. Wirtz was considered the power of the NHL amongst the owners and he was the chairman of the board of the NHL for 18 seasons. He was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1976.

Fantasy Points League-Hockey

skydivedad — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 21:51:11 -0400

Now that the H2H and ROTO League are all set here's a link to the the Fantasy Points Scoring System League at Yahoo. Now accepting teams.

Stealing good ideas- (Video)

skydivedad — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 09:19:04 -0400

even from the NHL. Now the NFL rips off the NHL Preseason Marketing Campaign. I guess copying is the greatest form of flattery although I think the NHL Productions are better. Especially the Ovechkin vs. Crosby Spot. It blows away this Bush vs Manning version. What say you?

Owning a hockey team

skydivedad — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 07:37:43 -0400

is not good business -- or is it? With the recent change of ownership in Nashville and Tampa Bay one has to scratch his head over the amount of money those franchises commanded (Bill Davis doubled his investment by selling the Lighting). Here's an excellent analysis by Wes Goldstein of CBS Sportsline explaining why even with most teams bleeding money buyers are lining up for a chance to own a NHL Franchise.

Legendary coach and general manager Scotty Bowman

skydivedad — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 09:43:21 -0400

is strongly considering joining the Maple Leafs in an advisory role. The question is as a mentor to GM John Ferguson Jr. and Head Coach Paul Maurice or does this portend a major shake-up in the Leafs organization?

SportsFilter "Frozen Four" Road to the Championship2007

skydivedad — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 08:31:11 -0400

SpoFie Confidence Pool Update. It's Michigan State vs Boston College in the Final. Some Great Hockey and indifferent announcing from Mr. Hair "Barry Melrose". This is going to be exciting!

NCAA Hockey Update

skydivedad — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 11:48:17 -0400

Updated Standings 2007 Road to the Frozen Four

SportsFilter's 2007 Road to the Frozen Four

skydivedad — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 13:02:27 -0400

Road to the Frozen Four Confidence Pool courtesy of DrJE's way to kewl appi. Deadline Friday March 23rd 12PM. Details inside. Who's the best picker amongst us. Put up or shut-up time folks. PS Go Blue...

Diversifying a Colorless Game

skydivedad — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 07:59:29 -0500

Jeff DiNunzio writing in Sportscentral has penned an outstanding piece. "Hockey is dichotomous: while experiencing a period of great popularity in the number of new players registering with USA Hockey, its official governing body,(in the United States) the sport continues to suffer waning popularity on a large scale, especially in predominantly non-white regions." Referencing Scott Burnsides piece for ESPN this is a comprehensive and compelling read.