ESPN host claims he won’t be watching the network’s hockey game at all.
ESPN MLB analyst Ben McDonald faced criticism for his remarks while promoting an NHL game between the Chicago Blackhawks and Florida Panthers. He had been anticipating the National League Wild Card Series featuring the Chicago Cubs against the San Diego Padres when the promo aired. In a somewhat candid moment, McDonald commented, “If you say […]
Former NYPD detective and adaptive hockey coach honored following his untimely passing
A former NYPD detective who responded to the 9/11 attacks and later became a cherished hockey coach for disabled athletes took his own life last week. Peter Janatiempo, affectionately referred to as “Coach Pete,” dedicated 26 years to the force. Tragically, just days before returning to coach in Connecticut’s Adaptive Hockey League, he had experienced […]
Long Island high school hockey player recovering and walking after a life-threatening incident
A Long Island High School hockey player is making an amazing comeback after a terrifying near-death incident. Connor Dubeau, last month, suffered a serious injury while swimming at Gilgo Beach, breaking his C-4 vertebra and temporarily becoming paralyzed. Connor’s best friend, Kevin Bonnino, who also plays on the Junior Islanders team, quickly jumped into action. […]
Teen from Garden City striving to make Long Island a stronghold in field hockey
Oliviagon Calves, a student at Garden City Middle School, discovered her passion for field hockey during her third year of school. It quickly became clear to her that she had a knack for the sport. “I really wanted to play at an elite level,” the now eighth-grader, age 13, shared. However, in suburban Long Island—a […]
Bernie Parent, a Hockey Hall of Famer and Flyers icon, has passed away at 80.
Bernie Parent, the iconic Flyers goaltender who guided the team to two Stanley Cup victories in the 1970s, passed away on Sunday at the age of 80, according to an announcement from the team. The official cause of death has not been disclosed. In their statement, the Flyers reflected on Parent’s legacy, noting that he […]
Hockey Player Linked to Adam Johnson’s Death Joins NHL Minor League Team
Matt Petgrave Returns to Ice After Tragic Incident Canadian hockey player Matt Petgrave is back on the ice, marking a significant moment for the Blackhawks’ ECHL affiliates. This is the first time since the unfortunate incident on October 28, 2023, when Petgrave was involved in the death of American hockey player Adam Johnson. Sean Hallett, […]
25-year-old minor league hockey player dies in car crash in Canada
Tragic Death of Minor League Hockey Player Orca Wiesblatt Orca Wiesblatt, a minor league hockey player, tragically passed away in a car accident over the weekend in Canada. He was only 25 years old, and confirmation of his death came from both his agency and former team on Monday. O2K Sports Management released a statement […]
Players cleared in Hockey Canada sexual assault case can now sign contracts
NHL Reinstates Players Acquitted in Sexual Assault Case The NHL is bringing back five players who were acquitted of sexual assault earlier this summer, related to allegations stemming from a 2018 incident linked to a Hockey Canada event in Ontario. Dillon Dove, Cal Foote, Alex Formenton, Carter Hart, and Michael McLeod have been declared eligible […]
Hockey great Ken Dryden passes away at 78 following his struggle with cancer.
Ken Dryden Passes Away at 78 After Cancer Battle Ken Dryden, a Hall of Fame goaltender known for seeking “miracles on the ice,” has died at 78 after a struggle with cancer. His impressive career with the Montreal Canadiens spanned just eight years, during which he captured six Stanley Cups. Dryden holds the record for […]
Court acquits five Canadian hockey players in sexual assault case
Acquittal of Canada World Junior Hockey Players in Sexual Assault Case Five members of the 2018 Canada World Junior ice hockey team have been acquitted of sexual assault charges following a ruling by an Ontario judge who stated that the prosecution could not meet the necessary burden of proof. The players—Michael MacLeod, Carter Hart, Alex […]