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Same Team, Different Direction

By: Mike Rifkin Two of the three longest playoff streaks in the NHL belonged to the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Washington Capitals. Both teams have missed the playoffs for the first time since 2005-06. Pittsburgh won back-to-back Stanley Cups in 2016 and 2017, and Washington won the Cup in 2018. Since winning these Cups, neitherContinue reading “Same Team, Different Direction”

Leading By Example

By: Mike Rifkin The NHL All-Star Game takes place next weekend, thus putting us at the halfway point of the season. At the halfway point, people debate who the current frontrunners for awards are. Two other captains deserve to be talked about regarding the Hart Trophy. Oilers Center Connor McDavid won the Hart Trophy (MVP)Continue reading “Leading By Example”