Video review process, expanding coach’s challenge discussed at GM meetings | NHL.com
Aim to find balance between timing, keeping fans entertained
As penalties go, “did the puck go over the glass without deflecting” is one with a bright-line answer, since you already know if the puck went over the glass (it’s not on the ice anymore) and whether or not it hit something is–presumably–a matter of verifiable fact. Most of the time. Probably.
NHL GMs discuss expanding coach’s challenge through video review
The NHL’s general managers discussed the potential expansion of the coach’s challenge through video review on Monday. Don’t expect imminent change, however.
I would very tentatively support video review of other penalties with a hard–and brief–time limit, but definitely not as part of a coach’s challenge.
Kucherov, Bedard and Fleury named NHL three stars of the week
Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov, Chicago Blackhawks centre Connor Bedard, and Minnesota Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury have been named the NHL’s three stars of the week.
Fleury has been a big part of the Wild’s recent push (as has John Hynes).
NHL playoff watch: Wait … are the Capitals going to win the wild card?
Alex Ovechkin & Co. continue to pile up wins; will they make the postseason? Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more.
I cannot believe the Caps are clawing their way back into this.
Simmonds retires from NHL after 15 seasons, will sign 1-day contract with Flyers | NHL.com
Forward played 1,037 games for 6 teams, set to be honored in Philadelphia on April 13
A short-term Pred retires with the team I still most strongly associate him with.
Canadiens’ St. Louis takes leave for family reasons
Montreal coach Martin St. Louis has taken an indefinite leave for family reasons, the Canadiens announced, stepping away before his club dropped a 5-2 decision on Saturday night to the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome.
A definite silver lining to the Canadiens’ rough season must be that St. Louis–hopefully–isn’t going to be pressured to return before he’s ready.
Inexperienced Canucks using adversity before playoffs as learning opportunity
The Canucks’ place in the standings looks comfortable, but they can’t afford to be comfortable on the ice. That feeling is really what Tocchet is trying to break with 14 games to go and the Buffalo Sabres visiting Rogers Arena on Tuesday night.
Actually, the President’s Trophy winners do sometimes win the cup–about as often as you’d expect–but being prepared to fight for every win can’t hurt either.
Kulikov suspended 2 games for actions in Panthers game | NHL.com
Defenseman disciplined for illegal check to head against Lightning forward Sheary
Hate to see headshots, love to see suspensions for ’em.
Senators have long way to go to be like contending Hurricanes
Monumental collapse by the home team? Or systematic imposition of will by the visitors? Take your pick following the Carolina Hurricanes’ 7-2 demolition of the Ottawa Senators.
Maybe they’ll get there someday.
Lindgren out weeks for Rangers with lower-body injury | NHL.com
Defenseman left win against Islanders after falling awkwardly
Probably not the news the Rangers wanted.
‘My No. 1 goal is to win a Stanley Cup’: How Kyle Okposo is approaching his new role with the Panthers
It’s been eight years since the veteran forward played in a playoff game, as he joins a club that has its sights set on a lengthy run this spring.
Getting out of Buffalo was probably a great first step toward that goal.
