You really wonder what some of these younger NHL players are wondering and going through right now. This time of year, they are conditioned to be in training camp and getting ready for the long, grueling hockey season ahead. It’s just the way it is. September rolls around, and it’s time to gradually start the … Continue Reading →
Finally, the Red Wings have Justin Abdelkader and Carlo Colaiacovo under contract. Abdelkader signed a four-year contract worth $7.2 million. A restricted free agent, Abdelkader didn’t file for arbitration early in the summer and his negotiations with the Wings dragged all summer. As for Colaiacovo, he’s the unrestricted free agent defenseman the Wings have needed … Continue Reading →
This time, it really does look like Justin Abdelkader will finally have a new contract finalized. The restricted free agent forward has been patiently waiting for a new contract to be worked out with the Red Wings all summer. Abdelkader was going to contact his agent later today and a contract should be finalized and … Continue Reading →
Jimmy Howard had a fine start today for the United States in a World Championship exhibition game in Sweden. Howard stopped 31 shots as the USA defeated Sweden 3-2. The tournament begins Thursday. Howard played nearly two periods before being replaced by Dallas Stars goalie Richard Bachman. Justin Abdelkader centered the third line for the … Continue Reading →