Monthly Archives: October 2006

Questioning Ovechkin on Kuklas Korner

Posted on October 31, 2006 by PucksAndBooks

Paul Kukla writes a blog for NHL.com as well as his own, Kuklas Korner. That he’s going to interview Alexander the GR8 is not big news, how he’s going to do it is. From his NHL.com blog entry: Recently I … Continue reading →

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From [Canada] with Love

Posted on October 31, 2006 by PucksAndBooks

Why is it that we in Washington have to look north of the border for truly excellent press regarding our hockey team? Is this what was intended when the NAFTA agreement was signed? In any case, there was a lot … Continue reading →

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Knee-jerks: at Calgary, 10/30/06

Posted on October 31, 2006 by PucksAndBooks

I have to echo Gus’ thoughts – five out of eight points against a tough Northwest division is an excellent result. -Good to see Zednik get off the schneid. Throughout his struggles, Zednik has continued to work hard, and it’s … Continue reading →

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Kolzig Ties Dryden – Caps Take 5 of 8

Posted on October 31, 2006 by PucksAndBooks

Congratulations to Olaf Kolzig, who tied Ken Dryden in career wins with 258. The Capitals also claimed 5 points out of a possible 8 on their four-game, West Coast road trip.

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Caps’ prospects earn strong ranking, again

Posted on October 30, 2006 by PucksAndBooks

Hockeysfuture.com has offered up its autumn rankings of organizations’ prospects, and in keeping with recent years, the Caps are lodged in the top 5, at no. 4. The Caps’ top 5 prospects in the latest survey are Nicklas Backstrom, Alexander … Continue reading →

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TV Coverage Change – DirecTV Subscribers Adversely Affected

Posted on October 30, 2006 by PucksAndBooks

On Friday the Washington Capitals announced the TV broadcast changes of nine games. Those of us who are DirecTV subscribers lose out as the January 9th game against the lowly Flyers has been moved from NewsChannel8 to ComcastSportsNet. Our reward … Continue reading →

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10-game grades

Posted on October 30, 2006 by PucksAndBooks

Making the grade: Both goalies; Brian Pothier (how does 65 pts. sound?); Dainius Zubrus (picking where he left off in the last half of ’05-’06); Captain Clark (All Star pace); Alexander Semin (how does 40-50 goals sound?); Alexander Ovechkin; Mike … Continue reading →

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One-timer: Steve Eminger

Posted on October 30, 2006 by PucksAndBooks

Steve Eminger’s WashingtonCaps.com page The Forecaster’s take (via TSN) Back Story: Eminger suffered a middling season last year – an ankle injury (suffered when no one was within 5 feet of him) derailed any chance at consistency. Many are expecting … Continue reading →

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Key to Hockey Goalie Success Discovered

Posted on October 30, 2006 by PucksAndBooks

Do we need Martin Brodeur to get better? Scientists in Canada have discovered the exact spots hockey goalies need to watch to successfully block shots. The researchers say these findings could help goalies improve even if they are already playing … Continue reading →

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Washington Wears White

Posted on October 29, 2006 by PucksAndBooks

NHL.com takes a look at another Washington claim to fame, White Pants. The 1970s were a time of leisure suits, plaid patterns, various neck chains and for one hockey team, an unusual fashion statement … white pants. In the 1974-75 … Continue reading →

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