At long last. What began as proposed pickleball rule changes initiated by USA Pickleball members in early, March, 2024, has concluded with the implementation of approved rule changes that go into effect on January 1, 2025. The Process of Implementing Rule Changes Implementing rule changes is a long and arduous (although transparent) process. From March … Read more
It appears that Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube is sticking to one of his key in-game adjustments from Sunday’s contest against the Buffalo Sabres, as the team prepares for Wednesday’s game against the Dallas Stars. William Nylander, Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner form Toronto’s new first line, a combination that Berube used during … Read more
Michigan State celebrates a win over Minnesota Saturday night on the road (photo: Jim Rosvold). With 31 first-place votes, Michigan State moves up two spots to once again sit as the top-ranked team in the USCHO.com Division I Men’s Hockey Poll. Boston College picked up 15 first-place votes and remains No. 2, Minnesota, with three … Read more
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … The American Hockey League announced today that San Diego Gulls forward Yegor Sidorov has been selected as the Howies Hockey Tape/AHL Player of the Week for the period ending December 15, 2024. Sidorov posted three goals, three assists and a plus-5 rating in two games for the Gulls last week. On Wednesday … Read more
When it comes to outdoor activities that combine strategy, teamwork, and sheer adrenaline, hockey stands out as an exhilarating choice. Whether you’re a seasoned player or someone looking to try a new sport, a hockey-themed experience day offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in this dynamic game. Hockey experience days are gaining popularity … Read more
The Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Kevin He to a three-year entry-level contract, the team announced Tuesday (Dec. 17). He becomes the first-ever Chinese-born player to sign a contract in the NHL. HISTORY. MADE. 🗣️ The #NHLJets have signed forward Kevin He to a three-year, entry-level contract! Becoming the first Chinese-born player to sign a … Read more
Chase Clark made 34 saves on Dec. 6 for AIC in an OT loss to Holy Cross (photo: AIC Athletics). Each week during the season, we look at the big events and big games around Division I men’s college hockey in Tuesday Morning Quarterback. Jim: Well, Ed, we’ve officially reached the halfway point of the … Read more
PALM DESERT, CA – Game days start early for the American Hockey League Coachella Valley Firebirds coaching staff. Head coach Derek Laxdal is the first to arrive by 6:30 a.m. at the Berger Foundation Iceplex next to Acrisure Arena. His assistant coaches, Brennan Sonne, Stu Bickel and Colin Zunianello, along with video coach Peter Thome, … Read more
Hockey fans like an underdog story, but for sheer excitement nothing tops watching seasoned NHL vets push their limits and remind us why they’re regarded as greats. Here are four veteran hockey players in the 2024–25 NHL season who are redefining their games in the most telling way possible. #1. Mitch Marner – The Contract-Year … Read more
As we near the halfway point of the 2024-25 season, the Edmonton Oilers are playing better than they did early in the season. But there is much room for improvement, especially between the ears. Despite an 8-2-0 record in their last 10 games and playing their best hockey of the season, the Oilers showed mental … Read more