In negotiations, I have been called a hard ass, asshole and, well, even worse. I negotiate big contracts. It’s part of my job. The CBA negotiations between the NHL players and the NHLPA more than peaks my interest – I… Read More ›
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Stop Calling the NHL Players “Staff”
Mark Spector, whom I like and respect, tweeted to Alann Walsh, “there wouldn’t BE work for a lot of folks if the staff took home 57% of the revenue, Allan.” This is a pervasive thought among some, generally those who… Read More ›
Response to Larry Brooks: Gary Bettman is an Advocate, Nothing More.
Larry Brooks of the New York Post wrote an engaging article about the NHL owners’ offer to the NHLPA. I read the article and applauded Brooks’ advocacy of his opinion about the negotiations. The article was well thought out and… Read More ›
NHL.com Article: When & Why To Fire An NHL Coach
With the firings of Bruce Boudreau and Paul Maurice, there is talk about whether it was the right or wrong move at the right or wrong time. I found this article interesting. Thank you to our reader, Ben, for sending… Read More ›
And Now For Something Completely Different…
Gotta love the KHL. Here is the official (no joke) HC Metallurg team video…don’t be concerned if you don’t speak Russian. You are not watching this for the linguistics. Thanks to Puck Daddy for its revealing first look at this… Read More ›
THE NHL IS RESPONSIBLE FOR NATHAN HORTON’S INJURY
First, the hit. Nathan Horton. 26 goals, 27 assists, 53 points. +29. In the playoffs, 8 goals, 9 assists, 17 points. +11. Two of those playoff goals were overtime game winning goals. Horton was 2nd on the team during the… Read More ›
BAD BEER BEATS BETTMAN
So, Budweiser and Coors each want the NHL. This is akin to two rich but seriously ugly chicks wanting Surly. Funny thing is, before he met me, I am not sure Surly knew what good beer was…but I digress. What… Read More ›
A TALE OF TWO GOALTENDERS – ROBERTO LUONGO v. TIM THOMAS
J.T. Dutch is a long time LA Kings’ fan who, like many of us, has an enduring passion for puck. Since I pride myself in having an eye for talent, I sought J.T. out to write with us. He accepted. We… Read More ›
LINDEN VEY: THE PROSPECT MOST READY FOR NHL DUTY?
Lakingsnews.com friend and fellow Kings’ fanatic, Guy Dulcet, brings us an interview with and an analysis of Linden Vey. Enjoy. Linden Vey was born July 17, 1991 in Wakaw Saskatoon to a hockey family. As a 13 year old, Linden… Read More ›
TERRY MURRAY’S SHOT MENTALITY THEORY SHOT DOWN BY STUBBORN STATISTICS
“Shot mentality”. If you pay attention to Terry Murray’s quotes, this little gem pervades even the most benign discussion about the difference between winning and losing. “You have to have that shot mentality” he preaches tried and true to his… Read More ›
THE KINGS STANDING STILL…
I have but a moment to come up for air from the absurdly busy past two weeks in my life…I miss writing about our beloved team and conversing with you. But, since I have a moment, let me say this…. Read More ›
FORBES: KINGS 12TH MOST VALUABLE TEAM IN THE NHL
Forbes has come out with its annual Business of Hockey, NHL team values list. The Los Angeles Kings are ranked number 12 at $215 million dollars. That is up 3% from last year. They are 4th in the Debt /… Read More ›
CANADA MOURNS KINGS’ VICTORY OVER CANUCKS
The Canadian media and bloggers speak. Click on the link at the end of each excerpt for more. If you are wondering why I didn’t post sportsnet, tsn, and other articles, it is because they all used the AP story… Read More ›
FOR THE LOVE OF HOCKEY MOMS – AN INTERVIEW WITH JUDY MUZZIN
Every season, NHL teams offer promising rookies a chance to make the big club. Those that come from North America often share a common road – standout players who start the sport young, excel among their peers and pave their… Read More ›
TSN HAS DOUGHTY & KOPITAR IN THEIR TOP 50
Doughty is number 8, wedged between Datsyuk and Backstrom. Kopitar is number 29 between St. Louis and Lundqvist. Doughty’s ranking does not surprise me. Seeing Kopitar beat out some superstars in this league put a smile on my face. Link… Read More ›
