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Gartner to take over as Hockey HOF chairman
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Monday, 09 September 2024 07:42
EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsTORONTO -- Mike Gartner is set to succeed Lanny McDonald as the Hockey Hall of Fame's chairman of the board.McDonald announced Monday that Gartner will take over when his 10-year term expires in June. Gartner will become chair-elect on Oct. 1 to support the transition and serve on the search committee for a new president and CEO to…
Overheard at NHLPA rookie showcase: Memories of Gaudreau, plus McGroarty, Gauthier talk trade aftermath, other buzz
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Friday, 06 September 2024 04:22
EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsARLINGTON, Va. -- Johnny Gaudreau was Will Smith's hockey idol.The 19-year-old San Jose Sharks forward was a Boston College superfan before attending the school where Gaudreau became an NCAA legend. Gaudreau's presence was everywhere when Smith played at BC, from the record books to the trophy cases inside the Eagles' arena. Now, the Columbus Blue Jackets star is…
Defenseman Rifai inks 2-year extension with Leafs
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Thursday, 05 September 2024 13:33
EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsToronto Maple Leafs defenseman Marshall Rifai, who made his NHL debut last season, signed a two-year extension through the 2026-27 season, the team announced Thursday.The contract carries an annual average value of $775,000.Rifai, 26, played in two games for the Maple Leafs in February, averaging 11:40 in ice time.In 57 games with the Toronto Marlies of the American…
Marc Staal follows brother Eric into retirement
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Thursday, 05 September 2024 11:40
EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsDefenseman Marc Staal announced his retirement after 17 seasons in the NHL on Thursday and joined the New York Rangers as a player development assistant.In his new job, Staal will work with defensemen throughout the organization. His retirement as a player comes approximately one month after his older brother, Eric, officially hung up his skates after 18 NHL…
Olympian Decker leads 5 into U.S. Hockey HOF
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Thursday, 05 September 2024 09:54
EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsOlympian Brianna Decker, former NHL players Kevin Stevens and Matt Cullen, late Chicago Blackhawks founder Frederic McLaughlin, and the 2002 Olympic gold-medal-winning Paralympic sled hockey team are being inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame.USA Hockey revealed the class Thursday for enshrinement at a ceremony Dec. 4 in Pittsburgh."The impact of the Class of 2024 spans across…
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