Alexei Yashin Trade Revisited
Long before he became one of the biggest and most disappointing contracts in New York Islanders franchise history, Alexei Yashin was traded to the Islanders from the Ottawa Senators back…
Alexei Yashin
Lessons for Senators’ Tkachuk After Contract Holdout
After months of questions, concerns, and anxiety, the Ottawa Senators finally announced that Brady Tkachuk had signed, putting pen to paper on a seven-year deal worth $57.5 million, or an…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 5
One of the most popular players to ever play on Broadway signed on for one more National Hockey League season on this date. Also, the Pittsburgh Penguins added a huge…
They Wore it Once: Islanders Players and Their Unique Numbers
The New York Islanders have retired eight numbers that will not be worn again. They also have 15 players who wore a number that has only been used once. Let’s…
Senators With 100-Point Seasons
In the relatively short history of the Ottawa Senators, they have had many moments for the history books. They rostered many great teams, alongside many great players. Despite having so…
Ranking the Senators 1990s 1st-Round Picks
The 1990s saw some of the very best NHLers in history get drafted. Some teams set themselves up for years with their picks in the first round. The New Jersey…
Senators Rolled Dice and Lost at 1993 World Juniors
“I’m glad I got drafted first, because no one remembers number two.” That quote, recklessly spilling out of the mouth of Alexandre Daigle after he was selected first overall at…
Senators’ Top Scorers From Around the World
The Ottawa Senators have had the pleasure of welcoming many fantastic hockey players from around the globe. While in many cases, a franchise’s top scorers are usually made up of…
Best Islanders From Around the World
Through 48 years in the NHL, the New York Islanders have had some of the best players ever to play the game. They are also a very diverse team with…
Countdown to Puck Drop – Day 79 – Yashin’s Rookie Totals
Introducing The Hockey Writers’ Countdown to Puck Drop series. From now until the puck drops on the 2019-20 NHL’s regular season on Oct. 2 when the Toronto Maple Leafs host…
Part One: Darius Kasparaitis’ Life
As a popular NHL defenseman, especially during the ’90s, and having played some 15 years in the league, Darius Kasparaitis has a lot of things to say about his career. In this…
Russia to Launch New Women’s Hockey League
Things are changing fast in Russia, just 6 years after the creation of the KHL another big change is coming soon to shake things up for the Mother Land. The…