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Timeout: Rangers!
Timeout: Rangers!
thehockeywriters.com — By Jon Gabrielle, NY Rangers correspondent It may not have been the “timeout” heard round the world…but... it certainly had it’s impact on the fifth floor at Madison Square Garden Monday night! Head coach John Tortorella, with his team already trailing the Blue ... (more) Timeout: Rangers!
It’s 4:19, You Gotta Minute? (November 20th)
It’s 4:19, You Gotta Minute? (November 20th)
sportressofblogitude.com — • Antonio Gates made a cameo appearance on The League. Good show. [First Cuts] • Speaking of... cameos, Mark Buehrle was on American Chopper. [Mouthpiece Blog] • Mmmmm…sexy amputee Aimee Mullins. [With Leather] • Blue Jackets coach Ken Hitchcock has a little surprise for those damned ... (more) It’s 4:19, You Gotta Minute? (November 20th)
Hitchcock Sends Trojan Horse to Russia
Hitchcock Sends Trojan Horse to Russia
meltyourfaceoff.net — COLUMBUS (MYFO) — If only Russia studied a little harder in History Class. In a press release... published Tuesday, the Columbus Blue Jackets have “loaned forward Nikita Filatov to CSKA of the Kontinental Hockey League for the remainder of ... (more) Hitchcock Sends Trojan Horse to Russia
Solid Coaching Often Not Sexy Enough for Young NHL Players
Solid Coaching Often Not Sexy Enough for Young NHL Players
bleacherreport.com — Columbus forward Nikita Filatov left the Blue Jackets, choosing to finish the season playing in Russia. According... to Puck Daddy , a huge part of the issue was coach Ken Hitchcock's defensive system, which apparently felt too constricting to the ... (more) Solid Coaching Often Not Sexy Enough for Young NHL Players
A Counter-Point View to “Filatov and The System”
A Counter-Point View to “Filatov and The System”
thehockeywriters.com — Estranged Blue Jacket Nikita Filatov (Photo by Elisalou_Designs/Flickr) By Rick Gethin “CSKA can give me more right... now than Columbus, to whom I am thankful. And all I need is to get playing time.” ~ Blue Jacket Nikita Filatov to Dmitry Chesnokov ( PuckDaddy )  ... (more) A Counter-Point View to “Filatov and The System”
Filatov and The System
Filatov and The System
thehockeywriters.com — Nikita Filatov /Image courtesy of Elisalou Designs/Flikr Long before Nikita Filatov was born, his parents and fellow... Russian citizens were intimately familiar with the аппарат ( apparat ) – the Russian term for the bewilderingly massive and complex Soviet bureaucratic system that governed ... (more) Filatov and The System
Columbus and Filatov: Creating Zherdev Part II?
Columbus and Filatov: Creating Zherdev Part II?
hockeyplumber.blogspot.com — On Tuesday the Columbus Dispatch reported that "Blue Jackets rookie forward Nikita Filatov, who has struggled to... remain in coach Ken Hitchcock's lineup, might be headed back to Russia, perhaps as soon as this week..." On Wednesday the Blue Jackets agreed to loan him to CSKA Moscow of the KHL ... (more) Columbus and Filatov: Creating Zherdev Part II?
Flyers Gameday: 11-18-09 vs. Kings
Flyers Gameday: 11-18-09 vs. Kings
hockeybuzz.com — PREVIEW (7:15 AM) Fresh off a big win over the New Jersey Devils, the Flyers (11-5-1) begin... a busy stretch of hockey tonight that will see the club play four times in the next six nights. Tonight, the club is in Los Angeles to take on Anze Kopitar ... (more) Flyers Gameday: 11-18-09 vs. Kings
Filatov to Russia: Who Does He Think He Is?
Filatov to Russia: Who Does He Think He Is?
viewfrommyseats.com — The hockey world saw the latest move in the Russia/NHL situation go down as promising 19 year... old Nikita Filatov requested to be loaned to CSKA Moscow of the KHL for the rest of the season. The Blue Jackets agreed and a one-year loan was worked out between the two teams. What that means for the ... (more) Filatov to Russia: Who Does He Think He Is?
Bon Voyage, Nikita Filatov - by Big Tex
Bon Voyage, Nikita Filatov - by Big Tex
theogablog.blogspot.com — photo: www.faceoff.com I'm very disappointed to see Nikita Filatov leaving Columbus for Russia and the KHL .... Not surprised, mind you, just disappointed. The Blue Jackets have been grooming the kid for stardom, as evidenced by the controversy they created last season with their decision to ... (more) Bon Voyage, Nikita Filatov - by Big Tex
Filatov Returning to Russia?
blog.dispatch.com — Rookie forward Nikita Filatov, who has struggled to remain in coach Ken Hitchcock's lineup, might be headed... back to Russia, perhaps as soon as this week, according to sources within and beyond the NHL. Jackets general manager Scott Howson would... (more) Filatov Returning to Russia?
48 Hours later, The Blue Jackets Are Back on Track
48 Hours later, The Blue Jackets Are Back on Track
thehockeywriters.com — Columbus Blue Jacket Rick Nash scored the game-winner in a shootout (Photo by Dave Gainer/The Hockey Writers)... By Rick Gethin “The level of determination was ten times better than it was against Detroit” ~ Columbus head coach Ken Hitchcock What a difference ... (more) 48 Hours later, The Blue Jackets Are Back on Track
The Blue Jackets “Aint That Pretty at All”
The Blue Jackets “Aint That Pretty at All”
thehockeywriters.com — The Columbus Blue Jackets 1st period of play in one picture (Photo by Cornell University Library) By... Rick Gethin “We really got schooled today” ~ CBJ coach Ken Hitchcock There is absolutely no way to sugarcoat the play of the Columbus Blue Jackets after ... (more) The Blue Jackets “Aint That Pretty at All”
Here Come The Detroit Red Wings and Their Illustrious Collection of Three-Syllable Last Names
Here Come The Detroit Red Wings and Their Illustrious Collection of Three-Syllable Last Names
hockeyheadblog.com — It was supposed to be a special night for Ken Hitchcock. Instead, his Columbus Blue Jackets ended... up on the arse end of a 9-1 washing at home by the Detroit Red Wings. Ken’s 1000th game as an NHL head coach was over before his team ever had a chance. In the continuous quest for good ... (more) Here Come The Detroit Red Wings and Their Illustrious ...
Wings vs. Blue Jackets GP...
Wings vs. Blue Jackets GP...
snipedangle.blogspot.com — Wings vs. Blue Jackets @7 PM1. Columbus is currently tied for the Central Division lead. This is... yet another of the many bizarre things that have taken place so far this season. Ken Hitchcock has been vocal about wanting to knock the Wings off of the top of the standings this season. It wouldn’t ... (more) Wings vs. Blue Jackets GP...
Pointless Preview: 11/11 vs Blue Jackets
Pointless Preview: 11/11 vs Blue Jackets
animaldrew.blogspot.com — Category #1: Looks most like a Professional Wrestler Columbus: Ken Hitchcock as Paul Bearer “Ohhh Undertaker!” Detroit:... Brad McCrimmon as Marty Jannetty Sure not much similarity back when Jannetty was in his prime, but ... (more) Pointless Preview: 11/11 vs Blue Jackets
Ken Hitchcock to coach # 1000 tonight
Ken Hitchcock to coach # 1000 tonight
crashthecrease.com — In professional sports, and hockey in particular coaches are hired to be fired so when a coach... hits a milestone like this one its needs to be acknowledged. Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Ken Hitchcock will coach in his 1000 NHL game tonight. When Ken Hitchcock goes behind the Columbus ... (more) Ken Hitchcock to coach # 1000 tonight
When “Energy” guys become a Scoring Line
When “Energy” guys become a Scoring Line
thehockeywriters.com — Samuel Pahlsson and Steve Mason celebrate after the Columbus Blue Jackets defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 in... Nationwide Arena Saturday night. (Photo by Dave Gainer/The Hockey Writers) By Rick Gethin “We played one period today and got away with it” ~ Blue Jackets ... (more) When “Energy” guys become a Scoring Line
Good times, winning followed Hull during a singular career - NHL.com - Hall of Fame
Good times, winning followed Hull during a singular career - NHL.com - Hall of Fame
nhl.com — During his Hall of Fame career, Brett Hull and coach Mike Keenan were at odds almost constantly... during their time together in St. Louis. Later, Hull and Ken Hitchcock would trade barbs during their tenure in Dallas. Today, Hull says all is forgiven ... (more) Good times, winning followed Hull during a singular ...
One on One with Blue Jacket Derek Dorsett
One on One with Blue Jacket Derek Dorsett
thehockeywriters.com — CBJ Right Winger Derek Dorsett (Photo by Dave Gainer/The Hockey Writers) By Rick Gethin Agitator, gritty, plays... with sandpaper, energy guy, Tazmanian Devil. These are but a few terms that describe Derek Dorsetts’ style of play. Having made his mark as a guy willing to drop ... (more) One on One with Blue Jacket Derek Dorsett
"That would be correct. That's the name of the game. Why, is that against the rules now?... Run,...
"That would be correct. That's the name of the game. Why, is that against the rules now?... Run,...
japersrink.com — "That would be correct. That's the name of the game. Why, is that against the rules now?...... Run, chase, hunt down, hit, whatever word you want to use that would be correct." - Ken Hitchcock on whether the Blue Jackets were targeting Alex ... (more) "That would be correct. That's the name of the game. ...
Hitchcock Responds to Boudreau
blog.dispatch.com — Washington Capitals coach Bruce Boudreau said Monday he thought the Blue Jackets were targeting the Capitals Alex... Ovechkin in Sunday's game. Today, Jackets coach Ken Hitchcock responded: Guilty as charged. "That would be correct," Hitchcock said. ... (more) Hitchcock Responds to Boudreau
Columbus Discovers Long Hair and Logan’s Run
Columbus Discovers Long Hair and Logan’s Run
puckupdate.com — Jake Voracek of the Columbus Blue Jackets seems like an awesome guy. He’s got long 70s hair... and a love of 80s music . Coach Ken Hitchcock says Voracek is on the verge of becoming an elite player, although when Hitchcock says that, I kind of wonder if he means Voracek is some kind of ... (more) Columbus Discovers Long Hair and Logan’s Run
Injury Update
blog.dispatch.com — WASHINGTON D.C. -- The Jackets sustained several injuries in the 5-4 overtime win here tonight. Fedor Tyutin... and Derick Brassard suffered hand/wrist injuries. Defenseman Mike Commodore played through a charley horse he suffered in Friday night's game. ... (more) Injury Update
The Blue Jackets Turn the Tide
The Blue Jackets Turn the Tide
thehockeywriters.com — Matt "The Mask" Garrett carries the flag outside The White House. (Photo by Matt Garrett) By Rick... Gethin “I have, myself, full confidence that if all do their duty, if nothing is neglected, and if the best arrangements are made, as they are being made, we shall ... (more) The Blue Jackets Turn the Tide
Blue Jackets Lacking Killer Instinct
Blue Jackets Lacking Killer Instinct
thehockeywriters.com — The Doctors order: a good supply of Jan "Bacon" Hejda flavored bandages (Photo by Jim the Corsair/Flickr)... By Rick Gethin “We did everything well but didn’t get the game shutdown” CBJ Head Coach Ken Hitchcock For 50 minutes Friday ... (more) Blue Jackets Lacking Killer Instinct
Brett Hull special planned on FSSW
starsblog.dallasnews.com — FOX SPORTS SOUTHWEST TO TELEVISE SPECIAL ON FORMER STAR BRETT HULL'S HALL OF FAME CAREER FOX Sports... Southwest will televise a 30-minute special chronicling the Hall of Fame career of former Dallas Star Brett Hull on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at... (more) Brett Hull special planned on FSSW
Can The Blue Jackets Stop The Bleeding?
Can The Blue Jackets Stop The Bleeding?
thehockeywriters.com — Kris Russell (Photo by Dave Gainer/The Hockey Writers) By Rick Gethin “We’re not doing those things in... the competitve area that you need to do.” Columbus Blue Jackets coach Ken Hitchcock after losing 4-1 to the Phoenix Coyotes. The Columbus Blue ... (more) Can The Blue Jackets Stop The Bleeding?