Category Archives: Whimsy

Tortorella Elected President of the United States of Hockey

Posted on November 7, 2012 by

After a lengthy campaign that lasted literally dozens of hours, John Tortorella was elected the first President of the United States of Hockey by a wide margin. Brian Burke put on a late surge that raised concern in the Tortorella … Continue reading →

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Posted in NHL, Whimsy | 1 Comment

ELECTION DAY SPECIAL: Vote for the next President of the United States of Hockey

Posted on November 5, 2012 by

Nov. 6 is Election Day in the United States of America. Tuesday, about half as many people who vote for American Idol will choose between President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney. The future of the country is in the people’s … Continue reading →

Posted in NHL, USA Hockey, Whimsy | 7 Comments

Tie Domi: Enemy of Cameras, Defender of Coaching Ethics

Posted on August 21, 2012 by

The Ivan Hlinka U18 Tournament ended Sunday the same way it has each of the last five seasons, with Canada’s Under-18 squad as champion. The team was led by former NHL tough guy and current Kingston Frontenacs bench boss, Todd … Continue reading →

Posted in Junior Hockey, Whimsy | 1 Comment

MacGyver: America’s Forgotten Hockey Hero

Posted on July 26, 2012 by

The early 1990s ushered in a new era for American hockey. Guys like Brian Leetch, Chris Chelios, Mike Modano and Tom Barrasso were staking America’s claim as a certified hockey nation with their play in the National Hockey League. As … Continue reading →

Posted in U.S. National Teams, USA Hockey, Whimsy | 6 Comments