Top 10 Worst Mike Milbury Moves
Mike Milbury has long been a flamboyant and interesting figure in the NHL. From his time as a player, when he jumped into the MSG stands and beat a fan…
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2000 NHL Draft: 21 Goalies Selected Before Henrik Lundqvist
Based on Henrik Lundqvist’s career statistics, one might think that the New York Rangers goaltender was a top pick in the NHL Draft. However, some might be hard pressed to…
The Worst First Overall Draft Picks in NHL History
Ever since the NHL Draft began in 1963, NHL teams have been utilizing it as the main way to bring in talent to their teams. For the teams that have…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 12
On this date, one of the greatest National Hockey League defensemen ever made history, even though his playing days were over. Also, a very popular and successful captain announced his…
Islanders 12 Days of Hockeymas: Revisiting the 2010-11 Goalie Carousel
The ’12 Days of Christmas’ is a classic holiday song first published in its current form in 1908. In a nod to the classic carol, join The Hockey Writers as…
Rick DiPietro: Life After Hockey
The year is 2000 and the New York Islanders have the first-overall selection in the NHL Entry Draft. Rick DiPietro, out of Boston University, is selected first overall and becomes…
3 New England Prospects Picked No. 1 Overall in the Draft
Being drafted first overall is a memory that lasts a lifetime. There have been 56 players with the honor of being the top pick in the NHL Draft. Of those…
Top 3 Goalies in Islanders History
The New York Islanders have played 46 seasons in the NHL, and in that time 51 different individuals have suited up at the goaltender position. Throughout that history, goaltending has…
Top 5 Goalies from 2000 NHL Draft
The 2000 NHL Draft is one of the more infamous drafts in NHL history. The New York Islanders made history by picking a goaltender first overall. It was the first…
The Biggest Draft Busts in NHL History: 2000-10
Each June, NHL teams look forward to the opportunity of drafting exciting and highly talented new players to their respective organizations. Of course, those selected in earlier rounds are determined…
5 Biggest Busts in NHL Draft History: 2000-2010
With the 2015 NHL Entry Draft commencing this Friday, June 26, fans are looking to mock drafts to see who their team’s new future superstar will be. At this point,…
Called Up to the Show: Hockey Players and Rock Stars
In many ways, a hockey game plays out like a song. Each member must participate in the harmonious rhythm to find success together. Each game possesses its own timbre and…