Loved seeing Robert Thomas back repping Canada on the international stage. One of the most underrated players in the league, hopefully this gets him some well-deserved recognition outside of St. Louis. He and @CarloColaiacovo made the tournament interesting.
You really don’t think teams like Edmonton can’t have back channel communication with Bruce Cassidy? There are certainly ways to talk, Vegas will eventually allow permission once their season ends. If not Bettman will get involved. @CamandStrick
Told NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly had a conversation with NCAA President Charlie Baker last week, the conversation apparently went well. The NHL made a submission to the NCAA and has made it clear that they strongly oppose the potential changes as it relates to college hockey. Told Baker didn’t make any promises to make changes but the #NCAA and the #NHL have agreed to keep in touch.
Congrats to Jay McKee, he’s been all in as a coach for several years now. Had success in #OHL coaching some of the best players to come out of that league going back to his time in Erie. He’s ready for the next step, great upside.
Islanders News: The New York Islanders announced today that Jay McKee has been named Head Coach of the Hamilton Hammers, the Islanders new American Hockey League affiliate.
Seeing the Claude Lemieux news…absolutely devastating. Unbelievable Player, successful agent who was always great to deal with, and an exceptional guest when he appeared on our podcast. Thoughts are with Brendan and the entire Lemieux family. 🙏
Ghost is a blessing and Jordan Staal is the most underrated Captain in the league. Has Rod made the Carolina Hurricanes a destination for #NHL players? Listen to Jason Blake @camandstrick
@chriscounce No it’s not, they’ve had a historic season and he’s missing the best player in the league. Just saying that day will eventually come. He’s an unreal coach
If you’re David Carle, why not just stay patient until the #Avs job becomes available? Wouldn’t even have to move! Jared Bednar is a great coach but nobody stays in one place forever. Eventually, there will be a change.