http://www.thehockeynews.com The Hockey News has been providing the most comprehensive coverage of the world of hockey since 1947. en 2007 Medias Transcontinental Sun, 11 May 2008 22:17:59 -0400 60 http://www.thehockeynews.com/imgs/design/logo_thn_print.gif http://www.thehockeynews.com/ http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/15878-THNcom-Playoff-Blog-The-best-Stanley-Cup-final-imaginable.html 2008-05-08 12:05:07 Rory Boylen's Blog Let’s build the ultimate 2008 Stanley Cup final. Like Dr. Frankenstein building a glorious marvel of scientific achievement with parts gathered, based on these playoffs, we’ll build a fantastic display of sporting competition with what we’ve seen so far. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/15704-THNcom-Playoff-Blog-Philly-winning-the-physical-battles.html 2008-04-30 22:51:23 Rory Boylen's Blog As a traditional-minded hockey fan, it always makes me happy to see the physical aspect of the game alive and well and that it can still be the difference between winning and losing. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/15582-THNcom-Playoff-Blog-Great-start-to-SharksStars-series.html 2008-04-26 09:51:47 Rory Boylen's Blog Wow. What a start to what should be a long, enticing series. It wasn’t the bloodbath some expected after their over-the-top season finale, but it was truly a back-and-forth game full of everything. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/15515-THNcom-Playoff-Blog-Lay-off-Hockey-Night-in-Canada.html 2008-04-24 12:33:28 Rory Boylen's Blog You know what really grinds my gears? Here we are, at the very best time of the NHL season, surrounded with playoff hockey – a whole new level of the game – at every turn. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/15342-THNcom-Playoff-Blog-Price-shows-cracks-Huet-on-his-own-Turco-gets-deserved-Ws.html 2008-04-18 00:53:53 Rory Boylen's Blog Well, you knew it was going to happen eventually. Carey Price made a mistake. I’m not sure what Price was thinking when he dropped the puck in the slot, presenting Glen Metropolit with a gimme goal. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/15156-THNcom-Playoff-Blog-Caps-answer-call-Devils-drop-the-ball.html 2008-04-12 01:14:03 Rory Boylen's Blog Ying and yang. New age and old school. Offense and defense. The Capitals and Rangers both won key games in their respective series', and couldn’t have done it in a more different fashion. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/14889-THNcom-Blog-Make-draft-lottery-an-event.html 2008-04-03 11:06:24 Rory Boylen's Blog News the NHL will televise its draft lottery this year was a grand step in the right direction, but a little more positive push could make this event an attractive, annual celebration. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/14674-THNcom-Blog-Happy-birthday-Gordie-Howe-and-Bobby-Orr.html 2008-03-27 11:59:18 Rory Boylen's Blog With such a rich history of unforgettable moments, unfathomable feats, awe-inspiring stories and legendary players, it’s always a treat to take a moment, step back and pay tribute to the great ones who came before the era of helmets and composite sticks. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/14494-THNcom-Blog-Wild-Northwest-shows-scheds-not-that-bad.html 2008-03-20 11:41:41 Rory Boylen's Blog Who says there’s a problem with the regular season schedule? Let’s face it, over an 82-game, six-month season, not every match will be thrilling and have you on the edge of your seat. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/14281-THNcom-Blog-Removing-physicality-would-kill-the-game.html 2008-03-13 12:25:03 Rory Boylen's Blog A showcase of finesse, speed, emotion, athleticism and raw strength all combine to make hockey a beautiful game of blood, sweat and tears. Take any ingredient out and suddenly you’ve lost some of the mystique and originality that makes the sport so unique and attractive. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/14073-THNcom-Blog-NHL-referees-do-a-tremendous-job.html 2008-03-06 12:30:24 Rory Boylen's Blog Homer!…Where are your glasses, stripes!?…Hey zebra, what game are you watching out there!?!…You &$#*ing, @$%&*! Those are some of the tamer catcalls referees hear night in and night out, regardless of how the game goes. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/13891-THNcom-Blog-Grabbing-Hossa-a-smart-move-for-Pens.html 2008-02-28 13:23:32 Rory Boylen's Blog Congratulations, Ray Shero. With the acquisition of Marian Hossa at the trade deadline, the transition of the Pittsburgh Penguins from a team with draft lottery balls to ones made of steel is complete. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/13675-THNcom-Blog-Oneminute-OT-penalties-a-terrible-idea.html 2008-02-21 11:59:36 Rory Boylen's Blog The NHL is trying to increase scoring and excitement, while decreasing obstruction and deadlocked games. So why are they even considering implementing one-minute penalties in overtime? Why would the league want to decrease the length of penalties in a period that is supposed to be all about offense; that is why they decided to make overtime 4-on-4 in the first place. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/13490-THNcom-Blog-Neck-protection-for-youth-players-is-a-must.html 2008-02-14 13:48:54 Rory Boylen's Blog Three days after Richard Zednik’s freak neck injury, Boston Bruins defenseman Aaron Ward had a scare of his own. Going in to check Sergei Gonchar, Ward got hit in the neck and fell to the ice gasping for air. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/13291-THNcom-Blog-Boyle-and-Purcell-make-LAs-future-even-brighter.html 2008-02-07 11:23:40 Rory Boylen's Blog The Los Angeles Kings continue to toil in the Western cellar, but with up and coming stars such as Mike Cammalleri, Alexander Frolov, Anze Kopitar and Patrick O’Sullivan – not to mention a full cupboard of impressive prospects - there is plenty of excitement on the horizon. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/13119-THNcom-Blog-Commit-to-a-better-slogan-Chicago.html 2008-01-31 11:40:28 Rory Boylen's Blog There is nothing wrong with having a team slogan to live by or draw motivation from, but in this world of political correctness you have to use a little common sense when selecting one for a respected, professional sports franchise. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/12940-THNcom-Blog-Hits-from-behind-have-to-stop.html 2008-01-23 08:45:39 Rory Boylen's Blog Is there a game that goes by without a check from behind anymore? A player being hit against the boards with their back to the play is the most dangerous form of contact in hockey, and yet the NHL seems like it can’t be bothered to send a strong message about it to its players. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/12748-THNcom-Blog-The-bright-side-of-longterm-deals.html 2008-01-17 12:02:14 Rory Boylen's Blog In a league desperately seeking rivalries, new fans and a way to appease traditionalists who are afraid their baby is growing up too fast, long-term player contracts aren’t such a bad concept. http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/12562-THNcom-Blog-Minnesota-fans-Wild-about-Voros.html 2008-01-10 14:18:42 Rory Boylen's Blog OK, so let’s all agree there have been a few brutal headshots this season (no need to name names) and that there is no place in the game for contact that blatantly puts a fellow player’s health at risk.