Category Archives: Whimsy

The Long Goodbye…

Posted on July 4, 2014 by Chris Peters

As a noted procrastinator who utilizes the stress and anxiety of a tight deadline to focus and tighten his writing, and as someone who so often said on this very website that this piece would come at this time only to … Continue reading →

Posted in 2014 Olympics, All-America Teams, American Prospects, Blog News, Grow the Game, High School Hockey, Hockey Weekend Across America, IIHF Men's World Championship, Junior Hockey, Minor League Hockey, NCAA, NHL, NHL Draft, NTDP, Paralympics, U.S. National Teams, USA Hockey, USHL, Whimsy, Women's Hockey, World Junior Championship, World U17 Hockey Challenge, World U18 Championship, Youth Hockey | 17 Comments

United States of Hockey’s Great American Olympics Preview

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Chris Peters

With the first official events being held Thursday in Sochi and the opening ceremony set for Friday, it’s almost time. All of the build-up and all of the hype will give way to actual Olympic hockey being played. It will … Continue reading →

Posted in 2014 Olympics, NHL, U.S. National Teams, USA Hockey, Whimsy | 3 Comments

Fourth of July: America’s Ultimate Hockey Team

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Chris Peters

It’s the Fourth of July in the United States, which means, if you’re like me, you’re celebrating America today. Sure, you might grill a few hot dogs, drink something cold, wear shorts, maybe toss the ball around the yard or … Continue reading →

Posted in U.S. National Teams, USA Hockey, Whimsy | 7 Comments

Tortorella Elected President of the United States of Hockey

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Chris Peters

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 →

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 Chris Peters

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 Chris Peters

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 Chris Peters

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