Category: David Backes
‘Da Beauty League’ Enjoys Another Fun Summer in Minnesota
Minnesota WildEveryone knows Minnesota is known as the “State of Hockey,” and it’s not just because of how hockey-centric the state is during the winter, but year-round. The other event, called “Da Beauty League,” is a summer hockey league founded in 2015, with play beginning in 2016, and all kinds of Minnesota n...
Read moreBlues’ Franchise Faces Changing with Kyrou & Thomas Extensions
St. Louis BluesThe St. Louis Blues franchise has been through many franchise faces during its existence. From the inaugural team with four straight Stanley Cup Final appearances led by the Plager Brothers,…
Read more32 Thoughts Podcast: Alex Pietrangelo on Jack Eichel's return and life after hockey
John TavaresJeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman are joined by Stanley Cup champion Alex Pietrangelo to talk about his All-Star Game experience, what it's like playing for the Golden Knights, the return of Jack Eichel, his friendship with Jay Bouwmeester and the importance of preparing for life after hockey.
Read moreIslanders News: Bailey in context, Johnston on committing to the Island
Drew DoughtyIslanders lifers. | Photo by Mike Stobe/NHLI via Getty Images In which the next game is finally just over 48 hours away. With a long week between games, the Islanders are now close to final prep for their next game in Nashville on Saturday afternoon. Barry Trotz won’t announc...
Read moreFive Key Stories: 9/6/21 – 9/12/21
Erik GudbransonA look back at the top stories around the NHL from September 6-12, 2021.
Read moreTop Offer Sheet Targets That Will Make Teams Think Twice
Dustin PennerMaking offer sheets is a dangerous game. But hockey thrives on chaos. Here is a list of players who may attract offer sheets with a compensation package that could really force their teams to think twice about matching.
Read moreBackes, Russell honor Cave at celebration of life in Edmonton
David BackesColby Cave's former NHL teammates Patrick Russell and David Backes joined his family and some of closest friends got a chance to celebrate his life at Rogers Place on Saturday.
Read moreGibson makes 34 saves for Ducks in victory against Sharks
Patrick MarleauJohn Gibson made 34 saves for the Anaheim Ducks in a 5-1 win against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center in San Jose on Tuesday.
Read moreGibson makes 34 saves as Ducks beat Sharks 5-1
Joe NieuwendykSAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) - David Backes and Nicolas Deslauriers each had a goal and an assist, and the Anaheim Ducks stopped San Jose's four-game win streak with a 5-1 victory over the Sharks on Tuesday night. Adam Henrique, Isac Lundeström and Max Comtois also scored for Anaheim, which had ...
Read moreGibson makes 34 saves for Ducks in victory against Sharks
Marc-Édouard VlasicJohn Gibson made 34 saves for the Anaheim Ducks in a 5-1 win against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center in San Jose on Tuesday.David Backes and Nicolas Deslauriers each had a goal and an assist for the Ducks (12-21-7), who won in regulation for the second time since Feb.Patrick Marleau scored his 565...
Read moreNHL players mourn passing of Blues legend Plager on social media
Calgary FlamesNHL players took to social media to express their condolences after the death of longtime St. Louis Blues forward Bob Plager on Wednesday.
Read moreDucks & Rangers Waive Veteran Players
Carolina HurricanesThe NHL waiver wire list comes out at noon eastern and on Sunday's list we saw David Backes of the Anaheim Ducks and Jack Johnson of the New York Rangers. Jake Gardiner of the Carolina Hurricanes... Visit our website for full content and more!
Read moreJack Johnson, David Backes Placed On Waivers
Elliotte FriedmanIt is a veteran-laded waiver wire today, as according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, David Backes and Jack Johnson have both been placed on waivers today. Johnson, 34, has seemingly failed again in his latest bounce-back bid, this time with the New York Rangers. Bought out by the Pittsburgh Peng...
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