Yesterday’s News Today
- Hamilton’s winner evens series at 1-1
- Rod Brind’Amour: ‘Tonight they weren’t going to be denied.’
- Necas, Svechnikov and Hamilton post-Game 2 interviews
Reading Assignments
- Canes Twitter never lets us down as proven by their post after the Canes win last night:
Hats off for that win pic.twitter.com/78wxbJbAuM
— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) August 14, 2020
- It also appears Tom Dundon covered Rod Brind’ Amour’s $25k fine:
In Rod We Trust. pic.twitter.com/5qm4NPCEP9
— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) August 13, 2020
- It’s mock draft time! Find out who the NHL writers think the Canes will take at #13. [NHL]
- Want a playoff rally towel since you can’t get one for free at PNC Arena this year? All your playoff gear including towels are on sale now:
Rally Towels are available now!
— Carolina Pro Shop (@CarolinaProShop) August 13, 2020
Pick up a Rally Towel at The Eye, or order yours online.
Shop » https://t.co/6N9zVYFPIh pic.twitter.com/KIebDrVnpm
- We have great news to pass along about Carolina Thunderbirds player Michael Bunn:
This morning, Michael Bunn, walked out of the hospital where he has been under constant care for four-and-a-half months. Today we celebrate Michael’s milestone in his road to recovery. Thank you to everyone continues to support Michael and his family! #FlockStrong #Bunner11 pic.twitter.com/ZbGN30DPzi
— Carolina Thunderbirds (@carolinatbirds) August 13, 2020
- In a Pair of ‘Hubs,’ the N.H.L. Postseason Has Been Anything but Neutral. [NYT]
- What The Rangers Are (Probably) Getting in Alexis Lafreniere. [Blueshirt Banter]
- Montreal Canadiens coach Claude Julien was hospitalized yesterday with chest pains. He will not return during their current series with the Flyers leaving Kirk Muller as the interim head coach. [ESPN]
- 10 thoughts after the second phase of the NHL Draft Lottery. [The Athletic $]
- Longtime NHL defenseman Dan Hamhuis is hanging the skates up:
Dan Hamhuis has announced his retirement from the @NHL after 16 seasons.
— Nashville Predators (@PredsNHL) August 13, 2020
Congrats on an amazing career, Dan! Thank you for letting us be a part of your story. #ForSmashville | #Preds pic.twitter.com/Pzv5cPIXWG
Playoffs Roundup
Eastern Conference Round 1
Series | Standings | Next Game (ET) |
---|---|---|
Series | Standings | Next Game (ET) |
#1 Philadelphia Flyers vs #8 Montreal Canadiens | Flyers Lead 3-2 | 8/21 at 7pm |
#2 Tampa Bay Lightning vs #7 Columbus Blue Jackets | Lightning Win 4-1 | N/A |
#3 Washington Capitals vs #6 New York Islanders | Islanders Win 4-1 | N/A |
#4 Boston Bruins vs #5 Carolina Hurricanes | Bruins Win 4-1 | N/A |
Western Conference Round 1
Series | Standings | Next Game (ET) |
---|---|---|
Series | Standings | Next Game (ET) |
#1 Vegas Golden Knights vs #8 Chicago Blackhawks | Vegas Wins 4-1 | N/A |
#2 Colorado Avalanche #7 Arizona Coyotes | Avalanche Win 4-1 | N/A |
#3 Dallas Stars vs #6 Calgary Flames | Stars Win 4-2 | N/A |
#4 St. Louis Blues vs #5 Vancouver Canucks | Canucks Lead 3-2 | 8/21 at 9:45pm |