It has been debated over the years, many coaches believe it is the key to winning games, players feel the same way, but is it really important to score first? Even if your opponent scores on you first, the score is only 1-0, is it that hard to come back from? Apparently so, as just … Continue reading Scoring first, is it really THAT important?
If you have been a fan of the Montreal Canadiens in recent years, you surely have realized that a major flaw of the club is when they have the man advantage. Last season, they were running at a 14.0% success rate on the powerplay. This season, they are slighly better, at 14.3%. But why is the … Continue reading Canadiens’ Powerplay Analysis
First, I’d like to begin by saying that I am not getting paid to write about a bunch of overpaid people, thus, I am underpaid like many other hard working non-sports people. (Not that it really matters anyway…) Let’s start with a quick trivia question: Has the average salary gotten higher, lower, or stayed the … Continue reading 2003-04 Salary Scan
Many analysts over the years have stated that one of the keys to success is that the defence needs to contribute with some goals on the scoresheet. But is that statement accurate? The stats shown below will tell the tale: Team (rank) Total goals D-man points D-man PPG (GPG) Detroit (1) 269 160 1.95 (0.45) Vancouver (2) … Continue reading Offence from the defence
Player stats: PLAYER GP G A PTS PIM Michael Ryder (73)* 7 2 3 5 0 Marcel Hossa (81) 8 2 2 4 0 Sheldon Souray (44) 6 2 1 3 32 Yanic Perreault (94) 7 2 1 3 4 Mike Ribeiro (71) 7 1 2 3 2 Stephane Quintal (5) 4 0 2 2 … Continue reading Final Players Pre-season Statistics
As always, the NHL summer was an eventful one, with the rich becoming richer, and the poor becoming poorer, at least for the most part. Every team made at least one move on the ice, while several others made moves off the ice. Over the next week, I will examine each team’s movement (players primarily) … Continue reading Summer in Review (Part 6-Pacific)
As always, the NHL summer was an eventful one, with the rich becoming richer, and the poor becoming poorer, at least for the most part. Every team made at least one move on the ice, while several others made moves off the ice. Over the next week, I will examine each team’s movement (players primarily) … Continue reading Summer in Review (Part 5-Northwest)
As always, the NHL summer was an eventful one, with the rich becoming richer, and the poor becoming poorer, at least for the most part. Every team made at least one move on the ice, while several others made moves off the ice. Over the next week, I will examine each team’s movement (players primarily) … Continue reading Summer in Review (Part 4-Central)
It’s here, it’s finally here! The beginning of the 2003-04 NHL season has finally arrived! But what teams are safe to bet on going into game 1? Aside from who they’re actually playing, here are some stats on team’s opening night records that can help you choose the right team(s): TEAM GP RECORD PCT. Colorado … Continue reading Season Opener Records
As always, the NHL summer was an eventful one, with the rich becoming richer, and the poor becoming poorer, at least for the most part. Every team made at least one move on the ice, while several others made moves off the ice. Over the next week, I will examine each team’s movement (players primarily) … Continue reading Summer in Review (Part 3-Southeast)