Flyers Defense: What You Need to Know
New Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet is a big advocate for the box-plus-one defensive system. Here’s a basic explanation of the approach and how it functions.
Bill Meltzer, Philadelphia Flyers
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Bloggers, Buffalo Sabres, Dave Reichert, Teams
Sabres: The Heart of a Lyon
Alex Lyon is one of the most cerebral hockey players one can ever meet. He is also an intense competitor and a true team player.
Montréal Canadiens, Rick Stephens
New Additions to the Montreal Power Play
Make no mistake: special teams will impact the Montreal Canadiens’ chances of clinching a playoff spot for a second consecutive season.
Detroit Red Wings, Jeremy Laura
Big Changes were made to Red Wings Prospects Tournament
The Red Wings Prospects tourney had a storied tradition for Detroit and other clubs. A rite of passage for young players, change was inevitable over time.
Main Story, Mike Fink, Pittsburgh Penguins
Erik Karlsson: Five Potential Trade Partners for the Penguins
It’s no secret that Erik Karlsson is on the trade block. The Pittsburgh Penguins must rebuild and build up a depleted farm system while adding youth to the lineup. Moving the 35-year-old defenseman is the start.
Bloggers, Michael Augello
Leafs Notes – Reaves, Murray, Obvintsev
It apparently was a mutual decision between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Ryan Reaves at the end of the season
Bill Meltzer, Philadelphia Flyers
Quick Hits: Flyers Didn’t Sign Dvorak for the Fourth Line
When the Flyers signed Christian Dvorak as a free agent, they probably didn’t do so with a fourth-line role as their Plan A vision.
Montréal Canadiens, Podcasts, Rick Stephens
Canadiens Connection: A Missing Piece in the Lineup
The Canadiens have had a good off-season to date. However, the club still has a glaring need for a bonafide second-line center to boost the top six forward group.
Bill Meltzer, Philadelphia Flyers
New Flyer Vladar Their Latest Candidate For #1 Goalie
The Flyers want greater competition in goal. Dan Vladar needed a place where he could compete for an expanded role. Hence, the player signed with Philadelphia.
Mike Fink, New Jersey Devils
Why a Nazem Kadri Trade to the Devils Makes Sense
The Devils are a contender that can use a skilled and feisty center like Kadri. The Flames are a bubble teams that’s still rebuilding.