Jonathan
Quick wrote a two-part series on NHL snipers where he gave an interesting
perspective on the top offensive talent in the NHL from the viewpoint of an
elite, Stanley Cup winning goaltender. Both
parts are worth the read, but Isles fans should take note of Quick’s observations
on Tavares in Part 2. He said that JT was
"insanely balanced & tenacious."
He mentions the ability of Tavares to use his strength to shrug off
defenders and mount a dangerous and elusive attack on net in a pretty deke,
passing play or dirty goal. His hockey
IQ and off-the-ice regiment is also praised by Quick. “You have the work he puts in in the weight
room in the summertime to have the strength to shrug off defenders and maintain
balance after 60-plus minutes of hockey, plus you have the hockey IQ to map out
how to get past three defenders.”
The
@LIRR is adding increased service to and from Barclays Center for all Isles homegames. These services will include
additional, non-stop trains to help Long Island residents make the trip a
little easier. There was no mention of
reduced fares or specials for Isles fans using the LIRR at this time. I can appreciate the concern that some fans
are voicing about a longer trip to attend games. As a resident of Putnam NY, my trips to the Coliseum
could take over 2 hours by car. But with
our team remaining in NY, it is something we can all get used to if we want to
see the team live. Even if it means less
visits to the BC for some fans.
And
on the subject of 15-16 Isles games, the following 2015-16 match-ups can be
seen nationally on @NBCSN @7:30pm: 11/25 vs. PHI 12/2 vs. NYR 2/4 @ WSH 3/8 vs.
PIT 3/21 vs. PHI.
The
NHL made a major announcement today.
MLBAM
announced a “Historic” media deal with the NHL that will launch in
January. Charles Wang’s former provider,
NeuLion is slated to assist MLBAM and aid them in the transition to full
creative control. They will create new
digital products & platforms in a state-of-the-art production facility. “The
partnership will transform the fan experience by creating a fully integrated
global hub of digital content that encompasses video, live game streaming,
social media, fantasy, apps, along with statistical and analytical content.” It is also important to remember that
although MLBAM will control NHL.com, "The NHL and its member clubs retain
editorial control across all platforms."
Any fears that MLB will control how NHL hockey is depicted shouldn’t be
validated by the new agreement. It is
also notable that the product perfected by MLBAM is recognized as the “gold
standard in streaming sports” per The Hockey News. It should be a win for hockey fans everywhere
if it’s as good as advertised.
AHL
Notes:
New
season, new teams, new rules. Read up on the changes coming to the AHL.
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