HOMETERMSPOLLSINJURIESSCHEDULESTANDINGSSTATSWASHINGTON CAPITALSPublished October 4, 2023 at 11:07 PMBY NATHAN SMITHShare on FacebookThe Washington Capitals aging core has helped them to a recent Stanley Cup victory, but beyond that, they've had their struggles staying healthy. However, it appears that could be changing in 2023.According to sources within the Capitals organization, Nicklas Backstrom, a player who's had trouble staying healthy in recent years is back, and potentially looking better than ever.I thought Nicklas Backstrom was done. Best case scenario: a third or...…HOMETERMSPOLLSINJURIESSCHEDULESTANDINGSSTATSWASHINGTON CAPITALSPublished October 4, 2023 at 11:07 PMBY NATHAN SMITHShare on FacebookThe Washington Capitals aging core has helped them to a recent Stanley Cup victory, but beyond that, they've had their struggles staying healthy. However, it appears that could be changing in 2023.According to sources within the Capitals organization, Nicklas Backstrom, a player who's had trouble staying healthy in recent years is back, and potentially looking better than ever.I thought Nicklas Backstrom was done. Best case scenario: a third or...WW…

HOMETERMSPOLLSINJURIESSCHEDULESTANDINGSSTATSEDMONTON OILERSPublished October 4, 2023 at 5:18 PMBY TYLER BALLShare on FacebookConnor McDavid is one of the NHL's brightest stars. When he speaks about a topic fans, media, and other teams tend to listen. This was the case when McDavid recently commented on Pride Night and other specialty nights like it.In a recent interview, Connor McDavid was asked about his opinion on specialty jerseys being banned. In particular, he was asked about Pride Night and his stance on it.I know in Edmonton, we were one of the first teams to use the Pride...…HOMETERMSPOLLSINJURIESSCHEDULESTANDINGSSTATSEDMONTON OILERSPublished October 4, 2023 at 5:18 PMBY TYLER BALLShare on FacebookConnor McDavid is one of the NHL's brightest stars. When he speaks about a topic fans, media, and other teams tend to listen. This was the case when McDavid recently commented on Pride Night and other specialty nights like it.In a recent interview, Connor McDavid was asked about his opinion on specialty jerseys being banned. In particular, he was asked about Pride Night and his stance on it.I know in Edmonton, we were one of the first teams to use the Pride...WW…

HOMETERMSPOLLSINJURIESSCHEDULESTANDINGSSTATSPublished October 4, 2023 at 4:46 PMBY JAMES CONNELLYShare on FacebookThe 2003 WJC Team Canada roster is now under investigation for reasons eerily similar to the 2018 Team Canada investigation.It was just revealed by TSN that the 2003 Team Canada World Junior Championship roster is under investigation for the same reason as the 2018 Team Canada roster. It is alleged that six players will be convicted if found guilty. Here is the list of the members of that roster.Carlo Colaiacovo, Pierre Parenteau, Brooks Laich, Ian White, Scottie...…HOMETERMSPOLLSINJURIESSCHEDULESTANDINGSSTATSPublished October 4, 2023 at 4:46 PMBY JAMES CONNELLYShare on FacebookThe 2003 WJC Team Canada roster is now under investigation for reasons eerily similar to the 2018 Team Canada investigation.It was just revealed by TSN that the 2003 Team Canada World Junior Championship roster is under investigation for the same reason as the 2018 Team Canada roster. It is alleged that six players will be convicted if found guilty. Here is the list of the members of that roster.Carlo Colaiacovo, Pierre Parenteau, Brooks Laich, Ian White, Scottie...WW…

HOMETERMSPOLLSINJURIESSCHEDULESTANDINGSSTATSWINNIPEG JETSPublished October 4, 2023 at 2:20 PMBY JAMES CONNELLYShare on FacebookThe Jets lost Jansen Harkins to waivers a few days ago and are clearly still rolling the dice as they have placed another player on waivers to be claimed for free.Waivers have just been announced by insider Chris Johnston and the Winnipeg Jets have placed forward Jeffery Viel on waivers. Placed on NHL waivers today: Robert Hagg (ANA), Colton White (ANA), Jayson Megna (BOS), Brett Murray (BUF), Jujhar Khaira (MIN), Vinni Lettieri (MIN), Dakota Mermis...…HOMETERMSPOLLSINJURIESSCHEDULESTANDINGSSTATSWINNIPEG JETSPublished October 4, 2023 at 2:20 PMBY JAMES CONNELLYShare on FacebookThe Jets lost Jansen Harkins to waivers a few days ago and are clearly still rolling the dice as they have placed another player on waivers to be claimed for free.Waivers have just been announced by insider Chris Johnston and the Winnipeg Jets have placed forward Jeffery Viel on waivers. Placed on NHL waivers today: Robert Hagg (ANA), Colton White (ANA), Jayson Megna (BOS), Brett Murray (BUF), Jujhar Khaira (MIN), Vinni Lettieri (MIN), Dakota Mermis...WW…

HOMETERMSPOLLSINJURIESSCHEDULESTANDINGSSTATSWINNIPEG JETSPublished October 4, 2023 at 1:45 PMBY TYLER BALLShare on FacebookToday an NHL veteran decided to announce his retirement after 12 professional seasons.Today former NHL defenseman Anthony Bitetto announced his retirement from the NHL.Anthony Bitetto has announced his retirement at age 33.Spent NHL time with #Preds, #MNWild, #NHLJets, and #NYR. Most recently in AHL with Charlotte. Bitetto spent 12 seasons in the professional ranks of North American hockey. Seven of those seasons came in the NHL. In that time he played...…HOMETERMSPOLLSINJURIESSCHEDULESTANDINGSSTATSWINNIPEG JETSPublished October 4, 2023 at 1:45 PMBY TYLER BALLShare on FacebookToday an NHL veteran decided to announce his retirement after 12 professional seasons.Today former NHL defenseman Anthony Bitetto announced his retirement from the NHL.Anthony Bitetto has announced his retirement at age 33.Spent NHL time with #Preds, #MNWild, #NHLJets, and #NYR. Most recently in AHL with Charlotte. Bitetto spent 12 seasons in the professional ranks of North American hockey. Seven of those seasons came in the NHL. In that time he played...WW…