After wrapping up his University of New Hampshire career in 2015, Casey DeSmith has slowly climbed up the professional ladder in the Pittsburgh Penguins' organization. That peaked in 2017-18 with 14 appearances for the Penguins, and now the Rochester, N.H., native will look to carry his impressive … [Read more...]
BU’s Bobo Carpenter shares insight into hockey skate selection
After the first team meeting of the New Jersey Devils’ 2018 development camp, Bobo Carpenter, who attended it as an invitee, had some time to burn. So, he decided to walk around Prudential Center. “Being a player, you don’t really get to see what the fans see up there,” said Carpenter, a center … [Read more...]
Hangin’ Out With … Tuukka Rask
Originally from Savonlinna, Finland, Tuukka Rask is about to enter his 12th season with the Boston Bruins. Since, he's won the 2011 Stanley Cup and the 2014 Vezina Trophy, given to the National Hockey League's top goaltender. Loved by some and the point of consternation for others, the 31-year-old … [Read more...]
Hockey equipment brands’ quest for lighter goalie pads
What happens when you eliminate leather straps and start using improved foams? Well, if you’re talking about hockey goalie pads, specifically leg pads, they become lighter. It’s as simple as that. Except it’s not so simple — these changes are considered successful only if performance and durability … [Read more...]
What’s offseason training like for Tuukka Rask?
Tuukka Rask has no trouble unwinding after a hockey season. The reason? He has two little daughters, 4 and 2 years old, respectively, awaiting his arrival at home. “I don’t have to do a whole lot more than just come home and be a dad,” Rask said. “It doesn’t matter if I played well or not. They … [Read more...]
Cup Of Joe: Former Merrimack netminder strikes gold in ECHL
Joe Cannata has bounced around in the minor leagues ever since he graduated from Merrimack College in 2012. This past season was no exception for the 28-year-old goaltender, but it ended differently than any other one. At its conclusion, Cannata was a champion, winning the Kelly Cup as a member of … [Read more...]