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Inside look at Philadelphia Flyers
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Dec 18, 2023
NHL is providing in depth roster, prospect and fantasy analysis for each of its 32 teams from Aug. 1. Sept. 1. Today, the Philadelphia Flyers. The Philadelphia Flyers will go into the next phase of their rebuilding effort hoping to see more of their younger players take larger roles. It's something that began last season as the Flyers faded from contention for a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and continued with the offseason departures of forwards Kevin Hayes and James van Riemsdyk and defensemen Ivan Provorov and Tony DeAngelo. "We talked about making some openings for some of the young guys to play in and see what we have," general manager Daniel Briere said. "I think we were able to create that and see really what we have for the future. "On defense that includes Cam York potentially taking the ice time left open when Provorov, who averaged 23:01 in ice time, the seventh straight season he led the Flyers, was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets on June 6. York had 20 points two goals, 18 assists averaging 19:39 of ice time in 54 games. The 22 year old was a minus 1 in even strength goal differential despite the Flyers as a team being a minus 18 after York was recalled from Lehigh Valley of the American Hockey League on Dec. 8. "We really saw him grow in front of our eyes to me last year, both mentally and physically," Briere said. "It was pretty impressive to see Eric Lindros Jersey. I'm not saying that his game is perfect, but he took a huge step, and he deserved the increase in responsibilities that he got through the year. And he's going to get even more this upcoming season. "Last season saw an uptick in responsibility for Owen Tippett, 24, who scored 27 goals; Morgan Frost, 24, who led the Flyers with 41 even strength points 18 goals, 23 assists in 81 games; and Noah Cates, 24, who emerged as the Flyers' top defensive center. The hope is forward Joel Farabee can have that same sort of impact now that he's healthy. The 23 year old had 39 points 15 goals, 24 assists in 82 games despite having artificial disk replacement surgery in his neck June 24, 2022, which prevented him from working out ahead of the 2022 23 season. With a full offseason of training for Farabee, Briere said the expectation is for more production. "From what I've seen, the effort that he's put into the gym this year, how he looks, it's night and day," Briere said. "I'm really excited about him. " Philadelphia Flyers 2023 24 Season Preview Joining them up front could be Tyson Foerster 21, who had seven points three goals, four assists in his first eight NHL games and was on a five game point streak when he was returned to the AHL on March 26 Garnet Hathaway Jersey. "I think he's going to develop into an outstanding player," Flyers president of hockey operations Keith Jones said. "His hockey sense is what impressed me the most in the short stint that he had last year with the big club. He has a level of hockey intelligence that's very high. Add that to his great shot and his willingness to do whatever it takes to play in the National Hockey League, I think we're going to really benefit from No. 1, the fact that he had a good healthy year last year, the majority of it in the American Hockey League. And No. 2 that he's an extremely motivated hockey player. "Sean Couturier has a different sort of motivation. The 30 year old has had back surgery twice since he last played Dec. 18, 2021. After nearly two seasons away, he wants to show that he can return to the level that saw him score 30 goals twice and win the Selke Trophy as the best defensive forward in the NHL in 2020. "I'm definitely going to be out there to prove something," he said. "It's going to be close to two years that I haven't played in the NHL. It's going to be a challenge, but I'm up to it. And I'm looking forward to training camp. "Having Couturier and forward Cam Atkinson, who had neck surgery Dec. 21 and missed last season, will give the Flyers two important veterans to surround their young core. Defenseman Marc Staal and forward Garnet Hathaway were signed during the offseason for similar reasons Simon Gagne Jersey. "Those guys are going to help our young guys develop and become better pros down the road for us," Briere said. "That's really what I believe. I'm really excited that those guys were willing to jump aboard and be part of almost a mentorship with some of our young guys. And who knows what could happen? I think those guys are going to help our young guys become better pros quicker. "
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Mrazek, Blackhawks hang on to edge Kraken
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Dec 18, 2023
CHICAGOPetr Mrazekmade 33 saves for the Chicago Blackhawks in a 4 3 victory against the Seattle Kraken at United Center on Tuesday. Joey Anderson had two assists for the Blackhawks 7 13 0 , who were short handed two men for 1:03 late in the third period. 'I was really proud of the guys,' Blackhawks forward Nick Foligno said. 'It's nice to see when you have a commitment and a focus of what you're trying to be. And even when we wavered, even when we had a dip and [it] looks like we're kind of giving them some goals, we just find our way back again. 'And that's what mindset means, right? That's what a winning mindset means. Like, All right, we [messed] up here, but we're not going to let it affect us, we're not going to keep going down that road, we're going to right ourselves and get back to winning habits Scott Darling Jersey. ' And you saw that tonight; some big goals at big times, some big blocks, some big saves. That's winning hockey. And it makes it fun. And then the energy just stays up on the bench because of it. ' SEA CHI: Entwistle, Anderson link up for a goal in 2nd Matty Beniers had a goal and an assist for the Kraken 8 10 5. Philipp Grubauer, who had not played since leaving the game against the Calgary Flames on Nov. 20 with an undisclosed injury, made 19 saves. 'We made good push at the end there,' Beniers said. 'I didn't think we had our best today, but we battled hard and just didn't get what we wanted. We were being a little careless with the puck, a little bit slow. 'Tye Kartye scored at 6:51 of the third period to bring the Kraken to within 4 3. Kartye took a pass across the ice from Beniers on the rush and scored from the left side. Boris Katchouk's second goal in two games gave the Blackhawks a 1 0 lead at 8:54 of the first period, putting in the rebound of a shot from Seth Jones at the left point. The assist was the 300th for Jones in the NHL. SEA CHI: Katchouk puts home a rebound for opening goal Jason Dickinson made it 2 0 just 1:29 later at 10:23, scoring on a one timer off a pass from Isaak Phillps. Beniers brought the Kraken to within 2 1 at 14:43. Jared McCann carried the puck into the Chicago zone and dropped it back to Beniers. His first shot was blocked, but he followed it and scored. The Kraken got a short handed goal from Alex Wennberg at 19:23 to tie the game at 2 2. He picked up the puck in the neutral zone, skated wide to the left side of the net and scored from a deep angle. Grubauer had the secondary assist. Tyler Johnson put Chicago back in front 3 2 at 4:22 of the second period. He took a cross ice pass from Taylor Raddysh and scored on wrist shot from the right face off dot https://www.hurricanesprostore.com/jack-drury-jersey. SEA CHI: Johnson goes top shelf to take the lead The Blackhawks' lead grew to 4 2 at 10:43 on a goal by MacKenzie Entwistle. Anderson skated behind the net and made a backhand pass through the crease. 'Joey Anderson has been excellent for us since he's been back here, much similar to how he did last year for us we were very happy with him then too,' Blackhawks coach Luke Richardson said, referring to Anderson's recall from Rockford of the American Hockey League on Saturday. 'He's coming in at the top of his game. He was leading Rockford in scoring, and he's just a hockey player. He works hard, he's got good intelligence out there and he's determined. 'The Kraken went 0 for 5 on the power play. 'At the end of the day as a power play unit, what you want to be able to do is capitalize at key times of the hockey game,' Kraken coach Dave Hakstol said. 'You're not always going to be at your best. You have to find a way to capitalize at a key time of the hockey game. We had a couple of those opportunities today. We came up short. We weren't able to capitalize on it, the 5 on 3 being one, but there's a couple of other spots that I would pinpoint, as well, as critical opportunities for us. 'NOTES: Chicago rookie Connor Bedard, the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, was held scoreless for the second straight game. He had one shot on goal and was minus 1 in 15:57 of ice time. Seattle forward Jaden Schwartz left the game with a lower body injury in the opening minute of the third period. There was no update https://www.hurricanesprostore.com/griffin-mendel-jersey. Adam Larsson's assist on Wennberg's goal was his 200th NHL point. Andrew Poturalski, a forward, played his first NHL game since Dec. 18, 2021, after being recalled from Coachella Valley of the AHL. It was his fifth NHL game, the previous four with the Carolina Hurricanes.
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Women in Hockey: Tina Johnson
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Dec 18, 2023
The NHL is celebrating women in hockey, and every week this season, NHL. com will highlight a woman from each of the 32 teams. Today, a look at Edmonton Oilers team nutritionist Tina Johnson:Name: Tina JohnsonJob title: Team nutritionistEducation: MSc, CISSN, NSCA CSCS, CSEP CEPYears of hockey experience: 18 yearsDescribe your job in 2 3 sentencesI have the privilege of working for a first class organization where I help some of the best athletes in the world with their nutrition needs. I'm one of many professionals who make up our sports and performance team, specifically working closely with our performance chef to provide the team and staff with nutritious food options at the rink and on the road while aligning training and injury recovery needs throughout the year. I focus on in season and off season individuality to help players feel their best both on and off the ice to optimize performance and career longevity. What career advice can you give others?Start building relationships and networking in your respective field early on to help gain valuable connections and skills to becoming a professional https://www.edmontonoilersstoreonline.com/shane-starrett-jersey. Job opportunities may arise based on these connections that otherwise may have never found themselves along your journey. Sometimes building these connections may seem a little intimidating, but they pay off! Continue to learn and grow by attending seminars, signing up for courses, and being open to where opportunities may take you in the future. What motivates you to keep pushing and be successful?I have the desire to get up and become a better version of myself every day. I continuously try to improve my intellectual and physical capacities by working out, learning, and surrounding myself with those who can challenge me, that I can learn, from and collaborate with. What do you love most about your job?I love the atmosphere when I'm at the rink! From the coaches, equipment, medical and support staff, strength and conditioning coaches and the kitchen crew everyone is supportive of one another and works as a team to provide the best possible care to the players and each other https://www.edmontonoilersstoreonline.com/jayden-grubbe-jersey. Everyone is always appreciative of the effort that is brought forth every day and it's very rewarding to be part of a team where everyone's collective goal is the same!If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be?GreeceWhat's your favorite book?'Unbroken'One thing you can't live without?SunshineDo you collect anything?MemoriesWhat is your hobby outside of work?
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