By: Mike Rifkin Everybody loves the All Star Games. They are games for the fans, Thursday night the NHL announced who will be participating in the All Star Game in Las Vegas. Now there are two things that drive me nuts about All Star Games and how participants are selected. The first is fan voting,Continue reading “NHL ALL STAR DUMBEST RULE AND SNUBS”
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Believe In The Blue Shirts
By: Mike Rifkin After Monday’s 4-1 win over the Oilers the New York Rangers sat atop the entire NHL. I think most people will agree that this is a major shock. I think most people had them competing for a playoff spot. The Rangers have won three in a row including a home and homeContinue reading “Believe In The Blue Shirts “
2021 Pacific Division Preview
By Michael Rifkin In 2020 we saw some realignment due to Covid, but as we prepare for the 2021 NHL season, we are going back to the regular divisions. However, there is a twist in the Pacific as the Arizona Coyotes are now in the Central division, and the Seattle Kraken will debut. So let’sContinue reading “2021 Pacific Division Preview”
2021 Central Divison Preview
By Michael Rifkin In 2020 we saw some realignment due to Covid, but as we prepare for the 2021 NHL season, we are going back to the regular divisions. Due to the Seattle Kraken coming into the NHL, the Arizona Coyotes will be moving to the Central Division. 2019 Central Division Standings: 1) Blues, 2)Continue reading “2021 Central Divison Preview”
2021 Metropolitan Division Preview
By Michael Rifkin In 2020 we saw some realignment due to Covid, but as we prepare for the 2021 NHL season, we are going back to the regular divisions. The Metropolitan division, top to bottom, might be the most competitive division in the NHL. The Metropolitan division has a nice mix of teams that canContinue reading “2021 Metropolitan Division Preview”
2021 Atlantic Division Preview
By Michael Rifkin In 2020 we saw some realignment due to Covid, but as we prepare for the 2021 NHL season, we are going back to the regular divisions. The Atlantic Division is the home of the two-time defending Stanley Cup Champion Tampa Bay Lightning. It is also home to some teams that are underContinue reading “2021 Atlantic Division Preview”
The King Of New York
By Michael Rifkin On Friday, Henrik Lundqvist announced his retirement from hockey at the age of 39. The New York Rangers selected Lundqvist in the seventh round of the 2000 NHL draft (205th overall). Before the 2020 season, the Rangers, the only franchise Lundqvist had played for, bought out his contract, and he signed aContinue reading “The King Of New York”
Best Food in Stadiums and Venues Pt3. (NBA,NHL)
By Mark Halpern In the first two parts, I discussed MLB/NFL stadium foods. Since most NBA teams share an arena with NHL teams, most of the concessions you would get can be made for either sport. I have selected 12 different Arena’s that have extravagant food selections for you to try. #3 In New Orleans,Continue reading “Best Food in Stadiums and Venues Pt3. (NBA,NHL)”
Why The Rangers Should Avoid the Big Move
By Mike Rifkin Three years ago, the New York Rangers front office wrote a letter to their fans about a change of direction for the organization. They decided that it was time for them to rebuild and stock draft picks and prospects. Now they are on the surface of something that could be very special.Continue reading “Why The Rangers Should Avoid the Big Move”
Lightning Strikes Twice
By Mike Rifkin On Wednesday night, the Tampa Bay Lightning successfully defended their Stanley Cup Championship defeating the Montreal Canadiens in 5 games. The Lightning is the first team since the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2016, and 17 win back-to-back cups. Here are my top 5 reasons why the Lightning have gone back to back 1.Continue reading “Lightning Strikes Twice”
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