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Behind the Blog: On the Forecheck
Our next installment of Behind the Blog features Dirk, SBN's newest hockey blogger. He runs our Nashville Predators blog, On the Forecheck . Even if he is a Preds fan, it's a fantastic read from the former Michigander and I particularly enjoy his statistical analysis and the fresh perspective ...
Video: Shea Weber's fighting addiction may require intervention
Video: Shea Weber's fighting addiction may require intervention
sports.yahoo.com — To the surprise of no one, the 2009 NHL Official Record Book and Guide doesn't have an entry for "Consecutive Games with a Fight -- Regular Season." "Fastest Three Assists?" Gus Bodnar with three in 21 seconds for the Chicago ... (more) Video: Shea Weber's fighting addiction may require ...
Hawks Drop Road Game to Preds
Hawks Drop Road Game to Preds
notqualifiedtocomment.com — A few factors conspired to cost the Blackhawks what would have been their 10th win in a stretch where 12 of their last 14 games were on the road. I guess conspired isn’t a good word to use when you’re talking about officials, but they certainly played a role in the loss.  ... (more) Hawks Drop Road Game to Preds
Nashville Predators: Home Warriors
Nashville Predators: Home Warriors
joshqpublic.com — What’s gotten into these guys? What’s gotten into the Nashville Predators? (more) Nashville Predators: Home Warriors
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