December 6, 2012

VIDEO: THN Puck Panel – 2013 World Junior Championship preview

VIDEO: THN Puck Panel – 2013 World Junior Championship preview

by The Hockey News - December 6, 2012 2:13 PM EST

One of the few positives to come out of the NHL lockout debacle is the abundance of talent that will be on display at this year’s World Junior Championship. On this edition of the Puck Panel we look ahead to and breakdown the 2013 tournament.
One of the few positives to come out of the NHL lockout debacle is the abundance of talent that will be on display at this year’s World Junior Championship.

December 4, 2012

VIDEO: One-on-one with Edmonton Oilers prospect Tobias Rieder

VIDEO: One-on-one with Edmonton Oilers prospect Tobias Rieder

by The Hockey News - December 4, 2012 1:41 PM EST

When examining the Edmonton Oilers' impressive stable of blue chip prospects you would be remiss if you overlooked German-born Tobias Rieder. Rieder is in his third year with the Kitchener Rangers and will represent the Germans at this year’s World Junior Championship in Ufa, Russia. 

When examining the Edmonton Oilers' impressive stable of blue chip prospects you would be remiss if you overlooked German-born Tobias Rieder.

December 3, 2012

Where are you: Paul Bissonnette

Where are you: Paul Bissonnette

by Rory Boylen - December 3, 2012 2:44 PM EST

The Phoenix Coyotes enforcer joined up with the Cardiff Devils in Wales, where he has become a productive scorer.
Phoenix enforcer and part-time NHLer Paul Bissonnette has five goals and eight points in 135 career NHL games and is more known for his Twitter antics than his hockey highlights.

November 30, 2012

VIDEO: Pro Tips, with Daniel Tkaczuk - Skating 3

VIDEO: Pro Tips, with Daniel Tkaczuk - Skating 3

by The Hockey News - November 30, 2012 11:55 AM EST

Since retiring from professional hockey Daniel Tkaczuk has dedicated himself to helping young players develop the skills necessary to succeed on the ice. Last year The Hockey News teamed up with Tkaczuk to create a series of skill development videos and we are back at it again this year. On this installment of Pro Tips, Tkaczuk demonstrates how develop a player's ability to use their edges correctly when skating.
Since retiring from professional hockey Daniel Tkaczuk has dedicated himself to helping young players develop the skills necessary to succeed on the ice.

November 29, 2012

VIDEO: One-on-one with Halifax Mooseheads goalie Zach Fucale

VIDEO: One-on-one with Halifax Mooseheads goalie Zach Fucale

by The Hockey News - November 29, 2012 1:58 PM EST

Halifax Mooseheads’ goaltender Zach Fucale had 32 wins as a rookie last season, a record in the Quebec league for the most wins by a 16-year-old. And this season he picked up right where he left off. THN’s Ryan Kennedy caught up with Fucale to talk about his expectations for the coming year and more.
Halifax Mooseheads’ goaltender Zach Fucale isn’t one to go unnoticed. As a rookie with 32 wins last season, Fucale set a record in the Quebec league for the most wins by a 16-year-old.

November 28, 2012

VIDEO: Puck Panel - NHL-ready 2011 draft prospects

VIDEO: Puck Panel - NHL-ready 2011 draft prospects

by The Hockey News - November 28, 2012 10:20 AM EST

More than a few draft picks from the 2011 off-season would have been ready and raring to go this NHL season, but as long as the lockout drags on, these youngsters will have to put their careers on hold. Today's Puck Panel discusses Jonathan Huberdeau, Mark Scheifele and more.
More than a few draft picks from the 2011 off-season would have been ready and raring to go this NHL season, but as long as the lockout drags on, these youngsters will have to put their careers on hold.

November 26, 2012

Where are you: Brandon Dubinsky

Where are you: Brandon Dubinsky

by Rory Boylen - November 26, 2012 3:55 PM EST

The Columbus Blue Jacket has returned home with a few other Alaska natives to play for the ECHL's Aces during the lockout.
Who says you can’t go home again? That’s precisely what some Alaskan-born NHLers are doing for the duration of this lockout by joining the ECHL’s Alaska Aces.


VIDEO: One-on-one with Oshawa Generals center Cole Cassels

VIDEO: One-on-one with Oshawa Generals center Cole Cassels

by The Hockey News - November 26, 2012 12:05 PM EST

With hockey in his blood, Oshawa Generals center Cole Cassels was meant to play the game. Cassels grew up around hockey thanks to his father, Andrew, who had a 16-year NHL career. Cole was the Generals’ first round selection in May 2011 and has proven to be an effective playmaker, who is also responsible in his own end of the ice.
With hockey in his blood, Oshawa Generals center Cole Cassels was meant to play the game. Cassels grew up around hockey thanks to his father, Andrew, who had a 16-year NHL career.

November 25, 2012

How many players will never return to the NHL?

How many players will never return to the NHL?

by Brian Costello - November 25, 2012 10:10 AM EST

If the NHL season is lost, a slew of players who were established in the NHL a year ago will never play in the league again.
Books can be written about the collateral damage caused by the NHL work stoppage. But one vein seldom discussed is that about 100 regulars from 2011-12 will never again play in the NHL if 2012-13 is lost to lockout.

November 24, 2012

VIDEO: Pro Tips, with Daniel Tkaczuk - Stickhandling 5

VIDEO: Pro Tips, with Daniel Tkaczuk - Stickhandling 5

by The Hockey News - November 24, 2012 10:30 AM EST

One of the most underrated skills for hockey is a player’s ability to use their skates to gain control of the puck to make a play. On this installment of Pro Tips, Tkaczuk demonstrates a drill designed to develop a player's stickhandling ability using their feet.
Since retiring from professional hockey, Daniel Tkaczuk has dedicated himself to helping young players develop the skills necessary to succeed on the ice.

November 23, 2012

The Excitement List: Barons hottest ticket in hockey

The Excitement List: Barons hottest ticket in hockey

by Ryan Kennedy - November 23, 2012 1:30 PM EST

In this new feature, we run down a list of some active, must-see hockey teams.
Starving for hockey, but your NHL team just isn’t playing right now for some reason? Welcome to the Excitement List, a countdown of some very active hockey teams that can get your blood pumping.


No NHL, no problem: Wolverines girls hang with the boys

No NHL, no problem: Wolverines girls hang with the boys

by Ken Campbell - November 23, 2012 11:05 AM EST

The Toronto Wolverines atom AA team includes five girls who excel at the high level of competition.
Nov. 19 – The Sports Village, Vaughan, Ont. Toronto Wolverines 4 Jason Granitto (2), Nyah Philip, Aidan Gromek Vaughan Rangers 1 Thomas Karanicolas “That’s not one of our girls,” says Rachel Ramos, pointing to No.

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