Source: Alessia Simona Maratta, globalnews.ca, July 29, 2021 The franchise has asked Mailloux to not participate in its rookie or main training camp this fall. Montreal Canadiens owner Geoff Molson has apologized for the “offensive” decision to draft defenceman Logan Mailloux, who was charged with sharing non-consensual sexually explicit images of a young woman last… Continue reading Montreal Canadiens Owner Apologizes for Drafting Logan Mailloux,
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Columbus Blue Jackets Goalie Passes Away in Fireworks Accident
Source: ESPN News Services, espn.com, July 06, 2021 Responders took 4 minutes and 38 seconds to arrive after receiving a 911 call. A medical examiner in Michigan says an autopsy has determined that Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks died of chest trauma from an errant fireworks mortar blast, and not a fall, as authorities… Continue reading Columbus Blue Jackets Goalie Passes Away in Fireworks Accident
World Women’s Curling Games Postponed Following Positive COVID-19 Tests
Source: Staff The Canadian Press, globalnews.ca, May 03, 2021 The World Curling Federation says Sunday morning’s games will be made up later in the week. Tournament officials say multiple broadcasters have tested positive for COVID-19 at the LGT World Women’s Curling Championship in Calgary. The World Curling Federation said in a release Sunday that no… Continue reading World Women’s Curling Games Postponed Following Positive COVID-19 Tests
Vancouver Canucks Jake Virtanen on Leave Following Allegations of Sexual Misconduct
Source: Simon Little, globalnews.ca, May 03, 2021 The allegations, which have not been proven in court, first emerged on social media. Vancouver Canucks forward Jake Virtanen has been put on leave following what the team says are “concerning allegations” about him. “Our organization does not accept sexual misconduct of any kind, and the claims as… Continue reading Vancouver Canucks Jake Virtanen on Leave Following Allegations of Sexual Misconduct
Gordie Howe’s NHL Record for Most Games Played Broken by Sharks’ Patrick Marleau
Source: W.G. Ramirez The Associated Press, globalnews.ca, April 21, 2021 41-year-old Marleau has made 1,596 appearances with the Sharks, 164 with the Toronto Maple Leafs and an additional eight as a member of the Pittsburgh Penguins. Patrick Marleau surpassed “Mr. Hockey” for the most games played in NHL history. Marleau skated in his 1,768th career… Continue reading Gordie Howe’s NHL Record for Most Games Played Broken by Sharks’ Patrick Marleau
Lumsden, Sask., Hopes to Win Kraft Hockeyville
With April 9th just a few short days away, the town of Lumsden, Saskatchewan is ramping up their social media activity, hoping to reach and encourage as many people as possible to vote for their chance to win $250,000 and an NHL game through this year’s 15th Kraft Hockeyville. Last year, the rink’s annual fundraiser,… Continue reading Lumsden, Sask., Hopes to Win Kraft Hockeyville
Tim Peel Banned From Referring NHL Games After Comment
Source: NHL.com National Hockey League Senior Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations Colin Campbell announced today that Referee Tim Peel, following his comments during the game last night between the Detroit Red Wings and Nashville Predators, no longer will be working NHL games now or in the future. “Nothing is more important than ensuring the… Continue reading Tim Peel Banned From Referring NHL Games After Comment
Former Hockey Player Shares What Lead Him To Drug Addiction, Life on Streets
Source: Travis Lowe, globalnews.ca, March 06, 2021 Former Swift Current Broncos rookie of the year developed a dependency on prescription painkillers, and eventually became a intravenous drug user. However, now on the road to recovery he shares his story with others. As junior hockey player, Brady Leavold showed promise and pugilism. But if you looked… Continue reading Former Hockey Player Shares What Lead Him To Drug Addiction, Life on Streets
NHL Takes Notice of Young Hockey Player
Source: cbc.ca, January 31, 2021 Washiiyeh who is 9, has been playing hockey since he was four years old. He is a big fan of “the Michigan goal,” the lacrosse-style move. Washiiyeh Jeannotte spends a lot of time on the ice and is hoping to inspire other Indigenous youth by providing a glimpse into his… Continue reading NHL Takes Notice of Young Hockey Player
Former Maple Leafs Captain George Armstrong Passes at 90
Source: The Canadian Press, cbc.ca, January 24, 2021 Armstrong played a record 1,187 games with 296 goals and 417 assists over 21 seasons for the Leafs, including 13 seasons as team captain. TORONTO — George Armstrong, who captained the Toronto Maple Leafs to four Stanley Cups in the ’60s and wore the blue and white… Continue reading Former Maple Leafs Captain George Armstrong Passes at 90