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sleahy21

hockey blogger from Long Island, NY

Web Site: Going Five Hole

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The 5 best and 5 worst NHL jerseys of the last decade
The 5 best and 5 worst NHL jerseys of the last decade
sports.yahoo.com — (No, the first decade of the 21st century doesn't technically end until 2011. Save your bellyaching. But we've had nine NHL seasons and one stolen from us since 1999-2000, and Yahoo! Sports has decided it's time to rank the best and worst of the last "decade." Enjoy, and ... (more) The 5 best and 5 worst NHL jerseys of the last decade
Will Team USA's goalie depth lead to 2010 medal?
Will Team USA's goalie depth lead to 2010 medal?
sports.yahoo.com — Taking a gander at the three U.S. Men's Olympic hockey team rosters since 1998 there's one prominent trait that's lacking: goaltending depth. The keepers in question: 1998 : Mike Richter, Guy Hebert, John Vanbiesbrouck 2002 : Mike Richter, Tom Barrasso, Mike Dunham (notes) 2006 : Rick ... (more) Will Team USA's goalie depth lead to 2010 medal?
Video: Shoving ref for fight an easy path to 15-game suspension
Video: Shoving ref for fight an easy path to 15-game suspension
sports.yahoo.com — The Leafs section of Fan Dome posted this line brawl video between the International Hockey League's Muskegon Lumberjacks and Fort Wayne Komets from Oct. 31, and it's pretty much the expected chaos until the 55-second mark. That's when a linesman makes the mistake of trying to get between ... (more) Video: Shoving ref for fight an easy path to 15-game ...
OHL suspends Liambas for season after brutal hit; is it fair?
OHL suspends Liambas for season after brutal hit; is it fair?
sports.yahoo.com — There's no question that the hit from behind on 16-year-old Kitchener Rangers defenseman Ben Fanelli by Erie Otters forward Michael Liambas was irresponsible and dangerous. A fractured skull, facial fractures and the news shared in the CBC clip above from Saturday that he was "breathing ... (more) OHL suspends Liambas for season after brutal hit; is it ...
Ondrej Pavelec's personal tribute to Jacques Plante
Ondrej Pavelec's personal tribute to Jacques Plante
sports.yahoo.com — Just over a week ago, Atlanta Thrashers goaltender Ondrej Pavelec (notes) was the butt of jokes after letting in a 190-foot shot against the Washington Capitals . This afternoon, Pavelec gave fans a better reason to remember him by with a 50-save performance in a 3-1 win over the Ottawa ... (more) Ondrej Pavelec's personal tribute to Jacques Plante
Andrew Ladd gives us something to debate this weekend
Andrew Ladd gives us something to debate this weekend
sports.yahoo.com — Just when you thought the topic of head shots was about go away for a little while, Andrew Ladd (notes) of the Chicago Blackhawks delivered what ESPN Chicago's Jesse Rogers is calling "the biggest hit delivered in a Hawks game this season" to Montreal's Matt D'Agostini (notes) ... (more) Andrew Ladd gives us something to debate this weekend
ECHL team honors Michael Jackson with jersey, white glove
ECHL team honors Michael Jackson with jersey, white glove
sports.yahoo.com — Minor League Malarkey focuses on the goofy world of minor-league hockey. Know of a quirky upcoming hockey promotion? Drop us a line at puckdaddyblog@yahoo.com . One thing to expect from minor league sports is the array of horrendous-looking jerseys teams will wear as part of special ... (more) ECHL team honors Michael Jackson with jersey, white glove
Puck Treasures: Remembering non-existent 1995 all-star game
Puck Treasures: Remembering non-existent 1995 all-star game
sports.yahoo.com — Puck Treasures looks to find those hidden hockey treasures from the past and give them their proper remembrance. Seen an interesting piece of hockey apparel? Send us an email at puckdaddyblog@yahoo.com . The NHL's All-Star Game has provided hockey fans with many memories over the years. Who ... (more) Puck Treasures: Remembering non-existent 1995 all-star game
How a disgruntled Maple Leafs fan sold loyalty on eBay for $25
How a disgruntled Maple Leafs fan sold loyalty on eBay for $25
sports.yahoo.com — A loyal Toronto Maple Leafs fan his entire life, Lee Kirby's frustrations with the franchise reached their zenith this month as they struggled to the worst start in team history. So he finally decided to put a price on that loyalty: Placing his "allegiance up for the highest bidder" ... (more) How a disgruntled Maple Leafs fan sold loyalty on eBay ...
After weekend of brutal hits, player-safety zealots begin outcry
After weekend of brutal hits, player-safety zealots begin outcry
sports.yahoo.com — When, exactly, did Willie Mitchell's (notes) devastating check on Jonathan Toews (notes) earn a spot on the dishonor roll of illegal and immoral hits that are turning the NHL into a collection of concussed mush-brained zombies, one blast at a time? Because the Chicago Blackhawks ... (more) After weekend of brutal hits, player-safety zealots ...
Richards escapes NHL punishment for Booth hit
Richards escapes NHL punishment for Booth hit
sports.yahoo.com — Frank Seravalli of the Philadelphia Daily News broke the news on his Twitter this morning that NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly had informed him that Mike Richards (notes) would not face any discipline for his hit on David Booth (notes) of the Florida Panthers last night. (Before any ... (more) Richards escapes NHL punishment for Booth hit
The 10 Most Undeserving NHL Starting Lineup Figures
The 10 Most Undeserving NHL Starting Lineup Figures
sports.yahoo.com — Growing up as a child of the 1980's, three things were my world: Hockey cards, G.I. Joe cartoons and Kenner Starting Lineup figures. Beginning in 1988, Kenner starting producing figures of Major League Baseball players, but didn't make the hockey jump until 1993. For eight years, puckheads ... (more) The 10 Most Undeserving NHL Starting Lineup Figures
Video: 9-year-old Wahlstrom reveals origin of now-classic shot
Video: 9-year-old Wahlstrom reveals origin of now-classic shot
sports.yahoo.com — Please recall last Wednesday when we brought you 9-year-old Oliver Wahlstrom's spinning trick-shot goal during the "TD Bank Mini 1-on-1" on Boston Bruins ' ice. Since then, it's gone viral like H1N1. It's pretty much the most famous Bostonian hockey goal since Orr in 1970. (OK, maybe ... (more) Video: 9-year-old Wahlstrom reveals origin of ...
Why NHL arenas were dark on two Sundays in October
Why NHL arenas were dark on two Sundays in October
sports.yahoo.com — We're received a few messages and seen a few comments from readers regarding the NHL's decision not to schedule any games yesterday (Oct. 18) -- the second Sunday in October in which there hasn't been a single game played (the first being Oct. 4). What gives? According to Steve Hatze ... (more) Why NHL arenas were dark on two Sundays in October
Souray's divorce descends into Vegas scandal, TMZ fodder
Souray's divorce descends into Vegas scandal, TMZ fodder
sports.yahoo.com — The marriage between Edmonton Oilers defenseman Sheldon Souray (notes) and former "Baywatch" babe and Maxim pinup Angelica Bridges officially ended in divorce in 2007, but the brutal battle over custody of their daughters is making tabloid headlines thanks to a combination of sex, ... (more) Souray's divorce descends into Vegas scandal, TMZ fodder
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