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Post by Fugazi on Apr 24, 2020 14:04:29 GMT -8
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Post by carolinasharksfan on Apr 24, 2020 14:40:47 GMT -8
Jagr truly has the classic mullet going on there... |
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Post by Marbles on Apr 25, 2020 15:25:18 GMT -8
I'm at the ricci.
They should post the same for facial hair.
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 27, 2020 12:51:11 GMT -8
Joel Ward, who played 11 seasons in the NHL, officially announced his retirement on Monday with a post for The Players' Tribune.
Ward hasn't played since the 2017-18 campaign when he suited up for the San Jose Sharks. Overall, he spent three seasons with San Jose, four with the Washington Capitals, three with the Nashville Predators, and one with the Minnesota Wild.
"I know I didn't play the last two years, but I tried. I did. I wish I could have gone out in a bit of a different way," Ward wrote. "But, you know, just thinking about it all - all 726 games - I realized something. 'Who am I to wish for any more time?' I got what I wanted. I'm one of the lucky ones."
The 39-year-old wasn't selected in the 1999 draft, but he later signed a contract with the ECHL's Florida Everblades in 2005 and eventually worked his way through the AHL to the NHL.
"I just wanted a chance, a shot. I didn't have, relatively, a whole lot of skills," Ward wrote. "I wasn't a smooth skater. I wasn’t a fighter or a grinder really. I was just me, Joel. What I did have, though, was some hockey IQ because I watched so much hockey growing up."
Ward would go on to amass 133 goals and 171 assists during his career. He also appeared in 83 playoff games, racking up an impressive 22 goals and 30 assists in those contests.
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 27, 2020 12:53:04 GMT -8
Kerry Fraiser will never change
@govmurphy Am I the only high risk, immune compromised, intelligent constituent of yours that believes I can protect myself from C-19 without you locking us & our economy down any further. Control nursing homes where majority of deaths occur!#NJstateDebt #MarshallLaw? pic.twitter.com/3KLSSrxRBM
— Kerry Fraser (@kfraserthecall) April 27, 2020
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 27, 2020 12:55:18 GMT -8
Joel Ward, who played 11 seasons in the NHL, officially announced his retirement on Monday with a post for The Players' Tribune. Ward hasn't played since the 2017-18 campaign when he suited up for the San Jose Sharks. Overall, he spent three seasons with San Jose, four with the Washington Capitals, three with the Nashville Predators, and one with the Minnesota Wild. "I know I didn't play the last two years, but I tried. I did. I wish I could have gone out in a bit of a different way," Ward wrote. "But, you know, just thinking about it all - all 726 games - I realized something. 'Who am I to wish for any more time?' I got what I wanted. I'm one of the lucky ones." The 39-year-old wasn't selected in the 1999 draft, but he later signed a contract with the ECHL's Florida Everblades in 2005 and eventually worked his way through the AHL to the NHL. "I just wanted a chance, a shot. I didn't have, relatively, a whole lot of skills," Ward wrote. "I wasn't a smooth skater. I wasn’t a fighter or a grinder really. I was just me, Joel. What I did have, though, was some hockey IQ because I watched so much hockey growing up." Ward would go on to amass 133 goals and 171 assists during his career. He also appeared in 83 playoff games, racking up an impressive 22 goals and 30 assists in those contests. More Joel Ward: Then there’s San Jose, and everything that place has meant to me. That isn’t one image, really. It’s more like a feeling. I miss that group so much already. I miss how much fun it was to come to the rink every day. That’s what separates San Jose from anywhere else. The atmosphere in that locker room, it’s remarkable. Every day was a blessing there. Patty, Pavs, Jumbo, Burnzy — those guys set the culture and everyone followed. I’m thankful to that organization for the opportunity to have played there, to have been a part of it all. Really, thank you. I still watch highlights from the Cup final in 2016. It still hurts. You don’t get over it, you just live with it forever. But, as more time passes, I cherish it more and more. I remember thinking during Game 1, like, That’s Sid right there. Dude scored more goals in his sleep than I did in my entire career. But I earned my right to be there, I know that. What a damn experience — for real, it was just unbelievably fun. It’s the moments in between that I want back, though. The flights, hotel rooms, pregame speeches with the boys. That’s the glue, right, that keeps all the stories — all the great moments — together in your mind. |
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 27, 2020 15:06:22 GMT -8
via the Chicago Blackhawks,
Chicago Blackhawks Chairman W. Rockwell "Rocky" Wirtz announced today the team has released John McDonough from his role as President and CEO of the organization. McDonough was hired as President of the team in 2007. In 2011, the role of CEO was added to his title.
"Thirteen years ago, I recruited John to the Blackhawks because of his leadership, direction and vision. John brought all of that to the table and more. His contributions went well beyond leading the team to three Stanley Cup Championships. He rebuilt the front office and helped guide the organization toward a winning vision," said Wirtz. "As difficult as this is, we believe it was the right decision for the future of the organization and its fans," Wirtz added.
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Post by mk391419 on Apr 27, 2020 18:13:33 GMT -8
Joel Ward, who played 11 seasons in the NHL, officially announced his retirement on Monday with a post for The Players' Tribune. Ward hasn't played since the 2017-18 campaign when he suited up for the San Jose Sharks. Overall, he spent three seasons with San Jose, four with the Washington Capitals, three with the Nashville Predators, and one with the Minnesota Wild. "I know I didn't play the last two years, but I tried. I did. I wish I could have gone out in a bit of a different way," Ward wrote. "But, you know, just thinking about it all - all 726 games - I realized something. 'Who am I to wish for any more time?' I got what I wanted. I'm one of the lucky ones." The 39-year-old wasn't selected in the 1999 draft, but he later signed a contract with the ECHL's Florida Everblades in 2005 and eventually worked his way through the AHL to the NHL. "I just wanted a chance, a shot. I didn't have, relatively, a whole lot of skills," Ward wrote. "I wasn't a smooth skater. I wasn’t a fighter or a grinder really. I was just me, Joel. What I did have, though, was some hockey IQ because I watched so much hockey growing up." Ward would go on to amass 133 goals and 171 assists during his career. He also appeared in 83 playoff games, racking up an impressive 22 goals and 30 assists in those contests. More Joel Ward: Then there’s San Jose, and everything that place has meant to me. That isn’t one image, really. It’s more like a feeling. I miss that group so much already. I miss how much fun it was to come to the rink every day. That’s what separates San Jose from anywhere else. The atmosphere in that locker room, it’s remarkable. Every day was a blessing there. Patty, Pavs, Jumbo, Burnzy — those guys set the culture and everyone followed. I’m thankful to that organization for the opportunity to have played there, to have been a part of it all. Really, thank you. I still watch highlights from the Cup final in 2016. It still hurts. You don’t get over it, you just live with it forever. But, as more time passes, I cherish it more and more. I remember thinking during Game 1, like, That’s Sid right there. Dude scored more goals in his sleep than I did in my entire career. But I earned my right to be there, I know that. What a damn experience — for real, it was just unbelievably fun. It’s the moments in between that I want back, though. The flights, hotel rooms, pregame speeches with the boys. That’s the glue, right, that keeps all the stories — all the great moments — together in your mind. His Players' Tribune article was so well done. |
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Post by danvilleshark on Apr 27, 2020 18:19:04 GMT -8
More Joel Ward: Then there’s San Jose, and everything that place has meant to me. That isn’t one image, really. It’s more like a feeling. I miss that group so much already. I miss how much fun it was to come to the rink every day. That’s what separates San Jose from anywhere else. The atmosphere in that locker room, it’s remarkable. Every day was a blessing there. Patty, Pavs, Jumbo, Burnzy — those guys set the culture and everyone followed. I’m thankful to that organization for the opportunity to have played there, to have been a part of it all. Really, thank you. I still watch highlights from the Cup final in 2016. It still hurts. You don’t get over it, you just live with it forever. But, as more time passes, I cherish it more and more. I remember thinking during Game 1, like, That’s Sid right there. Dude scored more goals in his sleep than I did in my entire career. But I earned my right to be there, I know that. What a damn experience — for real, it was just unbelievably fun. It’s the moments in between that I want back, though. The flights, hotel rooms, pregame speeches with the boys. That’s the glue, right, that keeps all the stories — all the great moments — together in your mind. His Players' Tribune article was so well done. Ward is a class act. And may become a Sharks coach it seems: www.yahoo.com/sports/joel-ward-hopes-become-sharks-013604680.html |
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 29, 2020 17:40:55 GMT -8
Here we go
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 29, 2020 18:09:27 GMT -8
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 29, 2020 18:09:50 GMT -8
That's exactly how I feel
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 30, 2020 8:49:39 GMT -8
from Frank Seravalli of TSN,
The MVP of the next NHL game might be the audio technician in the broadcast truck with his or her finger on the trigger of the bleep button.
Because if and when the NHL resumes, the telecast may not look all that different, but it will definitely sound different without fans in the arena.
“It’s going to be unavoidable,” said TSN analyst Ray Ferraro, who sees and hears a lot of the chatter from his spot between the benches on broadcasts. “I think there are going to be things that fans are going to hear that are both good and bad. You’ll notice players yell ‘reverse’ and you’ll hear and see players’ instincts jumping the play.
“But you’re also going to hear some things you don’t like. A lot of fans tell me they want more access to what's said, but it’s like Jack Nicholson on the stand in A Few Good Men when he says, ‘You want the truth? You can’t handle the truth!’ For some fans, there is going to be swearing to a point that they won’t like it.”
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 30, 2020 8:52:50 GMT -8
NEW YORK/TORONTO (April 29, 2020) – Following the NHL/NHLPA Return to Play Committee’s meeting today, and in line with guidance provided by medical experts and national and local authorities, the NHLPA and the NHL issued the following statement regarding the continuing pause in the 2019-20 season:
Despite numerous reports and speculation over the last several days, the NHL and the NHLPA have not made any decisions or set a timeline for possible return to play scenarios.
Given recent developments in some NHL Clubs’ local communities, we are now looking ahead to a Phase 2 of the transition period that would follow the currently recommended Phase 1 period of “self-quarantine” by Players and Hockey Staff.
The precise date of transition to Phase 2, during which Players might return to small group activities in NHL Club training facilities, remains undetermined. However, provided that conditions continue to trend favorably – and, subject to potential competitive concerns as between disparately situated markets – we believe we may be able to move to Phase 2 at some point in the mid-to-later portion of May. Specific guidelines governing Player and Hockey Staff activity would be provided at that time. In the meantime, we expect Players and Hockey Staff to continue to adhere to the recommended guidelines put in place when the season was paused on March 12.
The Return to Play Committee will continue to meet regularly.
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Post by danvilleshark on Apr 30, 2020 9:19:06 GMT -8
NEW YORK/TORONTO (April 29, 2020) – Following the NHL/NHLPA Return to Play Committee’s meeting today, and in line with guidance provided by medical experts and national and local authorities, the NHLPA and the NHL issued the following statement regarding the continuing pause in the 2019-20 season: Despite numerous reports and speculation over the last several days, the NHL and the NHLPA have not made any decisions or set a timeline for possible return to play scenarios. Given recent developments in some NHL Clubs’ local communities, we are now looking ahead to a Phase 2 of the transition period that would follow the currently recommended Phase 1 period of “self-quarantine” by Players and Hockey Staff. The precise date of transition to Phase 2, during which Players might return to small group activities in NHL Club training facilities, remains undetermined. However, provided that conditions continue to trend favorably – and, subject to potential competitive concerns as between disparately situated markets – we believe we may be able to move to Phase 2 at some point in the mid-to-later portion of May. Specific guidelines governing Player and Hockey Staff activity would be provided at that time. In the meantime, we expect Players and Hockey Staff to continue to adhere to the recommended guidelines put in place when the season was paused on March 12. The Return to Play Committee will continue to meet regularly. Drop the puck? |
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 30, 2020 10:07:24 GMT -8
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 30, 2020 10:08:06 GMT -8
NEW YORK/TORONTO (April 29, 2020) – Following the NHL/NHLPA Return to Play Committee’s meeting today, and in line with guidance provided by medical experts and national and local authorities, the NHLPA and the NHL issued the following statement regarding the continuing pause in the 2019-20 season: Despite numerous reports and speculation over the last several days, the NHL and the NHLPA have not made any decisions or set a timeline for possible return to play scenarios. Given recent developments in some NHL Clubs’ local communities, we are now looking ahead to a Phase 2 of the transition period that would follow the currently recommended Phase 1 period of “self-quarantine” by Players and Hockey Staff. The precise date of transition to Phase 2, during which Players might return to small group activities in NHL Club training facilities, remains undetermined. However, provided that conditions continue to trend favorably – and, subject to potential competitive concerns as between disparately situated markets – we believe we may be able to move to Phase 2 at some point in the mid-to-later portion of May. Specific guidelines governing Player and Hockey Staff activity would be provided at that time. In the meantime, we expect Players and Hockey Staff to continue to adhere to the recommended guidelines put in place when the season was paused on March 12. The Return to Play Committee will continue to meet regularly. Drop the puck? Who knows. Right now it's all speculation |
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 30, 2020 11:17:06 GMT -8
SAN JOSE — The Sharks are close to signing KHL goalie Alexei Melnichuk, Sport24 in Russia reported Thursday.
The Sharks were believed to be among four teams in the race to sign Melnichuk, whose contract with St. Petersburg of SKA was set to expire Thursday. Other teams in the mix were the Vegas Golden Knights, Carolina Hurricanes and the Colorado Avalanche.
The Sharks have not confirmed that a contract with Melnichuk is in place.
In his second season in the KHL, Melnichuk, 21, had a .930 save percentage and a 1.68 goals against average in 16 games this season, where he had a 8-5-1 record.
Given his age and lack of professional experience, it’s reasonable to assume that if he does join the Sharks, Melnichuk would need time to develop in the AHL.
With the Sharks organization, Melnichuk, listed at 6-foot-1, would likely work with goalie coach Evgeni Nabokov, who has a similar background. Born in Kazakhstan, Nabokov was drafted by San Jose in 1994 and moved overseas to start his professional career in the Sharks organization in 1997 when he was 22.
The Melnichuk news follows a report earlier in April that the Sharks reached a deal with free agent forward Fredrik Handemark, 26, of Sweden.
Handemark, listed at 6-foot-4 and 209 pounds, has spent the past five seasons with Malmo of the Swedish Hockey League. This past season, Handemark was Malmo’s leading scorer with 14 goals and 38 points in 52 games.
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Post by danvilleshark on Apr 30, 2020 11:21:09 GMT -8
SAN JOSE — The Sharks are close to signing KHL goalie Alexei Melnichuk, Sport24 in Russia reported Thursday. The Sharks were believed to be among four teams in the race to sign Melnichuk, whose contract with St. Petersburg of SKA was set to expire Thursday. Other teams in the mix were the Vegas Golden Knights, Carolina Hurricanes and the Colorado Avalanche. The Sharks have not confirmed that a contract with Melnichuk is in place. In his second season in the KHL, Melnichuk, 21, had a .930 save percentage and a 1.68 goals against average in 16 games this season, where he had a 8-5-1 record. Given his age and lack of professional experience, it’s reasonable to assume that if he does join the Sharks, Melnichuk would need time to develop in the AHL. With the Sharks organization, Melnichuk, listed at 6-foot-1, would likely work with goalie coach Evgeni Nabokov, who has a similar background. Born in Kazakhstan, Nabokov was drafted by San Jose in 1994 and moved overseas to start his professional career in the Sharks organization in 1997 when he was 22. The Melnichuk news follows a report earlier in April that the Sharks reached a deal with free agent forward Fredrik Handemark, 26, of Sweden. Handemark, listed at 6-foot-4 and 209 pounds, has spent the past five seasons with Malmo of the Swedish Hockey League. This past season, Handemark was Malmo’s leading scorer with 14 goals and 38 points in 52 games. Advantage Nabby. |
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Post by cjelli on Apr 30, 2020 11:47:12 GMT -8
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Post by Fugazi on Apr 30, 2020 12:05:56 GMT -8
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Post by cjelli on Apr 30, 2020 12:47:21 GMT -8
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Post by danvilleshark on Apr 30, 2020 12:54:57 GMT -8
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Post by danvilleshark on Apr 30, 2020 12:55:50 GMT -8
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Post by danvilleshark on Apr 30, 2020 12:56:52 GMT -8
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Post by danvilleshark on Apr 30, 2020 12:57:26 GMT -8
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Post by danvilleshark on Apr 30, 2020 12:57:52 GMT -8
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Post by sjsharks59 on Apr 30, 2020 12:59:33 GMT -8
NEW YORK/TORONTO (April 29, 2020) – Following the NHL/NHLPA Return to Play Committee’s meeting today, and in line with guidance provided by medical experts and national and local authorities, the NHLPA and the NHL issued the following statement regarding the continuing pause in the 2019-20 season: Despite numerous reports and speculation over the last several days, the NHL and the NHLPA have not made any decisions or set a timeline for possible return to play scenarios. Given recent developments in some NHL Clubs’ local communities, we are now looking ahead to a Phase 2 of the transition period that would follow the currently recommended Phase 1 period of “self-quarantine” by Players and Hockey Staff. The precise date of transition to Phase 2, during which Players might return to small group activities in NHL Club training facilities, remains undetermined. However, provided that conditions continue to trend favorably – and, subject to potential competitive concerns as between disparately situated markets – we believe we may be able to move to Phase 2 at some point in the mid-to-later portion of May. Specific guidelines governing Player and Hockey Staff activity would be provided at that time. In the meantime, we expect Players and Hockey Staff to continue to adhere to the recommended guidelines put in place when the season was paused on March 12. The Return to Play Committee will continue to meet regularly. Drop the puck? According to Slick Gavin Newsom there will be NO SPORTS in California until 2021, watchout for the revolt |
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Post by danvilleshark on Apr 30, 2020 13:05:09 GMT -8
According to Slick Gavin Newsom there will be NO SPORTS in California until 2021, watchout for the revolt  |
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Post by danvilleshark on Apr 30, 2020 13:06:25 GMT -8
According to Slick Gavin Newsom there will be NO SPORTS in California until 2021, watchout for the revolt The NHL says there is no impact to them on this announcement. Postseason was already out for the golden state. Regular season could be played with no fans I bet. |
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