Finally, after months and months of everyone involved being morons, causing 113 days, 625 games, and the biggest outdoor hockey game in history to be cancelled, hockey fans can finally say "Game On!" The NHL has a new 10-year labor agreement, and is set to start the shortened, 48 game 2013 season on Saturday, January 19. Find out what you need to know about every … [Read more...] about 2013 NHL PREVIEW: CENTRAL DIVISION
HENRIK ZETTERBERG
Detroit Red Wings and Coach Mike Babcock: Will There Be a Seven-Year Itch?
It’s hockey season in Detroit again. Time to put up with another 82-game grind. In the city's self-ascribed “Hockeytown,” it’s considered par, not impolite, to look past the months of October through March so that the fans can worry about playoff match-ups. The 82-game regular season is something that is tolerated in Detroit, not necessarily enjoyed. It’s a longer opening … [Read more...] about Detroit Red Wings and Coach Mike Babcock: Will There Be a Seven-Year Itch?
Henrik Zetterberg: Crusher of Blackhawk Hopes and Dreams
By Paul M. Banks Although the end was not pretty, it was quite a memorable season for the Chicago Blackhawks, who long surpassed expectations: reaching the Western Conference quarterfinals for the first time since 1995. As I predicted exactly on the Big Hair Hockey Show podcast, they lost to their bitter rivals the Detroit Red Wings in 5 games. One of the biggest reasons why … [Read more...] about Henrik Zetterberg: Crusher of Blackhawk Hopes and Dreams
NHL Western Conference Finals Preview
By Aylin Diaz of Chics Hockey and the Big Hair Hockey Show The Chicago Blackhawks have lifted themselves to their first Western Conference Finals in 13 years. They are matched up against their hated rival and reigning Stanley Cup winner, the Detroit Red Wings. The Chicago Blackhawks are topped off with a corps of young players such as Patrick Kane, Duncan Keith, Jonathan … [Read more...] about NHL Western Conference Finals Preview