I have to admit, I lost sight of the acknowledgements over the past several weeks.  So lets get this back on track so CK doesnt have to demand more “Hats Off” in the future. Hats Off!  To the NHLPA?  Yes, the past week has seen the NHLPA formed a 4 man committee to investigate, review, and evaluate the actions and operations of the NHLPA executive committee.  This comes on the heels... 

Now, I know what many readers may say – “it’s too early to judge this team.” I still feel its never too early to evaluate and fantasize about what could improve one’s team.  As a closet Maple Leafs fan I like to play Living-Room-Couch-GM while I watch their games.  There has been some true “stand-outs” this season and not all for good reasons.  Here is... 

Its hard to believe the 2009-2010 season is upon us already.  Great first weekend of action and its time to for our weekly edition of “Hats Off”.   Hats Off!  To Mats Sundin and his glorious 18 year career.   Mats announced his retirement this week after 18 seasons with 3 different teams.  Over his illustrious career, Mats racked up 564 goals and 785 assists for 1349 points in... 

While the City of Calgary wanted Fleury, Sutter remained focused on success.   Welcome to the first weekly edition of  ”Hats Off”. A weekly segment to acknowlege NHL professionals accomplishing great things. Lets get started. Hats Off! This week to Brian Burke for finally acquiring Phil Kessel. On the outside looking in, it appears Burke may have cost himself an additional first rounder... 

  “The NHL has no commitment to take part in the Olympics past the upcoming Winter Games in Vancouver in February, and commissioner Gary Bettman has intimated that it is likely that the Vancouver games will be the final Olympics which the NHL sends athletes. Bettman has stated he plans to discuss the issue with the Players Association following the the Vancouver Olymics to go over the advantages...