When you’re a grinder and you’re on a team with Brayden Point, Steven Stamkos and Nikita Kucherov leading the offense, the last thing you need to worry about is scoring goals. And that’s why New Haven, Conn., native Adam Erne didn’t seem the least bit concerned when he went 17 games without putting … [Read more...]
Cam Atkinson will become most accomplished player in Columbus history
As 29-year-old Cam Atkinson about to become the greatest Columbus Blue Jacket of all time? His career numbers would suggest it’s only a matter of when, not if. Atkinson’s already ahead of franchise icon Rick Nash in a couple key offensive categories and most likely will pass him in most others … [Read more...]
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Conor Sheary looks for third Stanley Cup
Pardon Conor Sheary if he feels the urge to pinch himself every once in a while. Surely he’s going to wake up any minute now and realize it’s all been a dream. The kid from Melrose, Mass., stars for UMass-Amherst after getting snubbed his draft year by the NHL. He signs a free-agent contract with … [Read more...]
Cam Atkinson emerges as leader
Talk about putting your money where your mouth is: March 15, 5:30 p.m.: Upon his arrival at Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, to play the Flyers, Cam Atkinson is interviewed by New England Hockey Journal to discuss the big contract he signed last November and how he really hasn’t played up to the … [Read more...]
Max Pacioretty rides ups and downs with Montreal Canadiens
Gripping the wheel as captain of a leaky vessel is bad enough. But as he navigated the Good Ship Montreal Canadiens through the stormy waves of the ocean known as NHL February, Max Pacioretty not only had to worry about his men but also his personal plight. These were virtually uncharted waters for … [Read more...]
Matt Grzelcyk proves he belongs with Bruins
Take away the palm readers. Skip the psychics. Wave bye-bye to the astrologists. Don’t need ’em. You or I could have foretold Matt Grzelcyk’s future when he was about, oh, the age of 2. Let’s see, his old man had been working on the "Bull Gang" changeover crew at the original Boston Garden since … [Read more...]
