Andrew Rodger is the resident writer for the NHL Alumni Association (www.nhlalumni.net), operates his own website (The Voice of Sport.com) and he is a contributor on CBC News Now.
You can also follow him on Twitter (@ARodgerTVOS). He shares his thoughts from inside the NHL Alumni Association and from around today’s NHL every Wednesday here.
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In the early 1990’s, after Wayne Gretzky’s arrival in Los Angeles, the game of hockey flourished in the state of California. The Anaheim Mighty Ducks and San Jose Sharks joined the NHL during that time and the sport began to … Continue reading
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As is often the case in life, our journey can take us to new and unexpected places with wonderful results. For Dan Reja, the dream of playing in the National Hockey League during his professional playing career was never realized … Continue reading
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As the NHL’s second season begins and the New Jersey Devils prepare for their first round match-up with the Florida Panthers, the players, coaches and fans are all aware that the road to the Stanley Cup is a long and … Continue reading
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With the NHL’s 82 game schedule completed and the playoffs set to begin, the debates are raging in the media and amongst hockey fans regarding the annual awards that will be handed out June 20th in Las Vegas. Is Tampa … Continue reading
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April 1990 – that is the last time the NHL playoffs began and the Detroit Red Wings were on the outside looking in when the second-season began. The model of consistency for professional sports organizations, a lot has changed in … Continue reading
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“Lost amidst our traveling turmoil is the simple, overwhelming love of hockey. Caught up in the day-to-day schedule, interviews, and personal problems, we forget the essence of this whole adventure, that a group of guys could so love a game, … Continue reading
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To say that the race towards a Western Conference playoff position is too close to call is an understatement! With less than ten games remaining in the season, the Dallas Stars, Colorado Avalanche, Phoenix Coyotes, Los Angeles Kings, Calgary Flames … Continue reading
