While 45 players changed affiliations on Tuesday they were still 8 games to be played come nighttime. Points are especially an issue considering we have entered the final push toward the playoffs. No current Former Islanders changed addresses but 2 new ones were created as Marc-Andre Bergeron will join the Anaheim Ducks and Chris Simon was shipped off the the new gulag for FI bad boys, the Minnesota Wild. Let us take a look at the efforts made by FIs in play on Tuesday night:
* Defenseman Tom Poti lent some aid by assisting on an insurance goal as the Washington Capitals downed the visiting Minnesota Wild 4-1. Poti received 3rd star of the game honor and now has 18 points on 1 goal and 17 assists.
* Captain and d-man Zdeno Chara notched 2 goals (1 powerplay, 1 empty-net) to pad the lead on the Boston Bruins' 4-0 home win over the offensively-lacking Ottawa Senators. Chara was awarded the second star of the game and now has 14 goals and 30 assists for 44 points on 62 games. He now has a new single-season high in points surpassing the 43 points he scored in each of the last 2 seasons. Chara is currently riding a hot streak having tallied points in each of his last 5 games. During this stretch he has 7 points on 5 goals and 2 assists. It was the 6th time on his career and the 2nd time this season that Chara has had a multi-goal game.
* Eric Brewer had a powerplay assist on the lone St. Louis goal as the Blues fell to the visiting Dallas Stars 3-1. Brewer has 1 goal and 19 assists for 20 points on 58 games. With the helper Brewer snapped a 4 game point-less streak. It is only the 3rd time in his career that Brewer has recorded 20+ points on a season.
* Robert Nilsson assisted on the opening goal of the game then sealed the victory with a SO goal as the Edmonton Oilers edged the visiting Detroit Red Wings 4-3. Nilsson has 7 goals and 20 assists for 27 points on 53 games. He has been especially productive as of late with 4 assists over his last 5 games. The goal in the last half of the 3rd round broke a scoreless tie and vaulted Edmonton to a single season record 13th SO win. Chris Osgood took the loss for Detroit stopping 29 shots (3 in OT) and 2 of 3 in the SO. Ozzie is now 23-8-3 on the season with a 2.10 goals against average and a .916 save percentage.
* Ryan Smyth put up some numbers for the first time since returning from injury. Smyth opened the scoring with his 12th of the season only 4:08 into the 1st period then assisted on the powerplay game winner with 1:58 left in OT to help the Colorado Avalanche eke by the host Calgary Flames 3-2. Smyth has 30 points (12 goals, 18 assists) on 43 games. With the points he snapped a 9 game point-less streak that started 2 games prior to his December 31 injury and extended through his 6th game since returning on February 14. It is the 11th consecutive time on his career that he has recorded 30+ points on a season.
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Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Monday February 25
There were only 2 games on the eve of the 2008 trade deadline. Former Islanders were active in both games so let us take a look at their contributions:
* Tim Connolly assisted on 2 goals as the Buffalo Sabres blew a 3-0 lead to fall the hapless Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 in the SO. Connolly has 5 goals and 32 assists for 37 points on 42 games. Over his last 3 games he has notched 6 points, all assists. Connolly was stuffed on his attempt in the 1st round of the SO.
* Jason Blake assisted on Toronto's 2nd goal as the Maple Leafs thumped and dumped the host Ottawa Senators 5-0. Blake has 11 goals and 27 assists for 38 points on 64 games. With the helper Blake snapped a 4 game point-less streak but is currently mired in a 10 game goal-less drought.
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* Tim Connolly assisted on 2 goals as the Buffalo Sabres blew a 3-0 lead to fall the hapless Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 in the SO. Connolly has 5 goals and 32 assists for 37 points on 42 games. Over his last 3 games he has notched 6 points, all assists. Connolly was stuffed on his attempt in the 1st round of the SO.
* Jason Blake assisted on Toronto's 2nd goal as the Maple Leafs thumped and dumped the host Ottawa Senators 5-0. Blake has 11 goals and 27 assists for 38 points on 64 games. With the helper Blake snapped a 4 game point-less streak but is currently mired in a 10 game goal-less drought.
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Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Newest FIs: Bergeron & Simon
Both defenseman Marc-Andre Bergeron and winger Chris Simon were traded at the deadline for draft picks making them the newest FIs this season. Bergeron was sent to the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for a 3rd round pick in the upcoming 2008 NHL Entry Draft. Bergeron's booming shot will be missed at the blueline but it appears that he never fit in with the Isles coaching staff, especially notable after a scrap earlier in the season with assistant coach Gerard Gallant. Chris Simon was sent to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for a 6th round pick in the draft, as well.
Bergeron played 69 games over the last 2 seasons with the Isles after arriving in a trade that sent defensive prospect Denis Grebeshkov to the Edmonton Oilers. Bergeron has 15 goals and 24 assists for 39 points over that time including 23 points (12 goals, 11 assists) on the powerplay. A gentlemanly d-man, he managed only 26 penalty minutes along with 2 game winning goals, a -9 rating and a healthy shooting percentage of .099.
The troubled Simon played 105 games over the last 2 seasons with the Islanders missing 55 while sitting out 2 separate, record-setting suspensions. Simon had 11 goals and 19 assists for 30 points. He compiled 118 penalty minutes, a healthy +16 rating and 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) on the man advantage. He never found a spark this season managing only 1 goal and 2 assists for 3 points on 28 games.
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Bergeron played 69 games over the last 2 seasons with the Isles after arriving in a trade that sent defensive prospect Denis Grebeshkov to the Edmonton Oilers. Bergeron has 15 goals and 24 assists for 39 points over that time including 23 points (12 goals, 11 assists) on the powerplay. A gentlemanly d-man, he managed only 26 penalty minutes along with 2 game winning goals, a -9 rating and a healthy shooting percentage of .099.
The troubled Simon played 105 games over the last 2 seasons with the Islanders missing 55 while sitting out 2 separate, record-setting suspensions. Simon had 11 goals and 19 assists for 30 points. He compiled 118 penalty minutes, a healthy +16 rating and 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) on the man advantage. He never found a spark this season managing only 1 goal and 2 assists for 3 points on 28 games.
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Monday, February 25, 2008
Sunday February 24
There were 7 games up for grabs on Sunday. Former Islanders are lending their help where they can. Here is a quick look at the FI efforts:
* Mark Parrish scored the lone Minnesota goal, a powerplay goal, as the Wild lost to the visiting Calgary Flames 2-1. Parrish received 2nd star of the game honor and now has 15 goals and 13 assists for 28 points on 54 games. Over the last 4 games Parrish has 4 points on 2 goals and 2 assists. For the 12th straight season on his 12 year career he has notched 15+ goals.
* Martin Straka assisted on the New York Rangers' 2nd goal and added a netter of his own to wrap up the scoring as the Blueshirts blanked the visiting Florida Panthers 5-0. Straka has 11 goals and 18 assists for 29 points on 47 games. Over the last 6 games Straka has 7 points on 1 goals and 6 assists.
* Todd Bertuzzi had an assist on Anaheim's 2nd goal as the Ducks downed the visiting Chicago Blackhawks 6-3. Bertuzzi has 12 goals and 19 assists for 31 points on 52 games. With the helper Bertuzzi snapped a 7 game point-less streak.
* FI teammates Denis Grebeshkov and Robert Nilsson assisted on the game winner 7:29 into the 3rd period as the Edmonton Oilers downed the visiting Colorado Avalanche 3-2. D-man Grebeshkov is on a hot streak with 4 points (1 goal, 3 assists) over the last 3 games. He now has 12 points (2 goals, 10 assists) on 52 games this season. Nilsson has exactly half a point per game with 26 points (7 goals, 19 assists) on 52 games. He has 3 assists over the last 4 competitions.
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* Mark Parrish scored the lone Minnesota goal, a powerplay goal, as the Wild lost to the visiting Calgary Flames 2-1. Parrish received 2nd star of the game honor and now has 15 goals and 13 assists for 28 points on 54 games. Over the last 4 games Parrish has 4 points on 2 goals and 2 assists. For the 12th straight season on his 12 year career he has notched 15+ goals.
* Martin Straka assisted on the New York Rangers' 2nd goal and added a netter of his own to wrap up the scoring as the Blueshirts blanked the visiting Florida Panthers 5-0. Straka has 11 goals and 18 assists for 29 points on 47 games. Over the last 6 games Straka has 7 points on 1 goals and 6 assists.
* Todd Bertuzzi had an assist on Anaheim's 2nd goal as the Ducks downed the visiting Chicago Blackhawks 6-3. Bertuzzi has 12 goals and 19 assists for 31 points on 52 games. With the helper Bertuzzi snapped a 7 game point-less streak.
* FI teammates Denis Grebeshkov and Robert Nilsson assisted on the game winner 7:29 into the 3rd period as the Edmonton Oilers downed the visiting Colorado Avalanche 3-2. D-man Grebeshkov is on a hot streak with 4 points (1 goal, 3 assists) over the last 3 games. He now has 12 points (2 goals, 10 assists) on 52 games this season. Nilsson has exactly half a point per game with 26 points (7 goals, 19 assists) on 52 games. He has 3 assists over the last 4 competitions.
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Saturday February 23
It was a crazy day around the league as 22 teams faced off in 11 hotly contested tilts. Former Islander are lending their support to their respective teams as almost everyone is in the race to the playoffs. Here is a quick recap of the FI work from Saturday:
* Randy Robitaille assisted on the game tying goal only 6:09 into the 3rd period as the Otttawa Senators pulled off a comeback from a 3-0 deficit to win 4-3 in OT over the host Pittsburgh Penguins. Robitaille has 24 points (10 goals, 14 assists) on 51 games. With the helper Robby snapped a 3 game point-less streak.
* Olli Jokinen scored the powerplay game winner 3:44 into OT as the Florida Panthers beat the flailing host Philadelphia Flyers 2-1. O-Jok has 30 goals and 30 assists for 60 points on 64 games. Jokinen has reached the 30+ goal plateau for the 4th time on his career, all in the last 5 seasons. With the goal Jokinen now has 450 career points (204 goals, 246 assists).
* Rumored to be on the trade block, defenseman Bryan McCabe assisted on the game winning goal as the Toronto Maple Leafs downed the visiting Atlanta Thrashers 3-1. McCabe has 15 points (5 goals, 10 assists) on 35 games.
* Tim Connolly assisted on Buffalo's 2nd goal as the Sabres were edged by the visiting New York Rangers 4-3. Connolly has 5 goals and 30 assists for 35 points on 41 games. Over the last 2 contests he has 4 assists.
* Michael Peca assisted on the winning goal only 6:24 into the first period as the Columbus Blue Jackets blanked the host Montreal Canadiens 3-0. Peca has 4 goals and 25 assists for 29 points on 48 games this season. Over the last 7 games Peca has averaged a point per game with 7 helpers.
* Zdeno Chara had a powerplay assist on Boston's 3rd goal as the Bruins beat the host Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3. Chara has 12 goals and 30 assists for 42 points on 61 games. He has recorded points in the last 4 games for 5 points (3 goals, 2 assists). Chara has notched exactly half of his season's points (21, 7 goals, 14 assists) on the man advantage.
* Roberto Luongo stopped 28 of 29 shots he faced as the Vancouver Canucks downed the visiting Detroit Red Wings 4-1. With the win Luongo improved to 28-18-7 on the season. He has won his last 4 starts stopping 121 of 128 shots he has faced for a .945 save percentage. On the season Luongo sports a 2.19 goals against average with a .923 save percentage and 6 shutouts.
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* Randy Robitaille assisted on the game tying goal only 6:09 into the 3rd period as the Otttawa Senators pulled off a comeback from a 3-0 deficit to win 4-3 in OT over the host Pittsburgh Penguins. Robitaille has 24 points (10 goals, 14 assists) on 51 games. With the helper Robby snapped a 3 game point-less streak.
* Olli Jokinen scored the powerplay game winner 3:44 into OT as the Florida Panthers beat the flailing host Philadelphia Flyers 2-1. O-Jok has 30 goals and 30 assists for 60 points on 64 games. Jokinen has reached the 30+ goal plateau for the 4th time on his career, all in the last 5 seasons. With the goal Jokinen now has 450 career points (204 goals, 246 assists).
* Rumored to be on the trade block, defenseman Bryan McCabe assisted on the game winning goal as the Toronto Maple Leafs downed the visiting Atlanta Thrashers 3-1. McCabe has 15 points (5 goals, 10 assists) on 35 games.
* Tim Connolly assisted on Buffalo's 2nd goal as the Sabres were edged by the visiting New York Rangers 4-3. Connolly has 5 goals and 30 assists for 35 points on 41 games. Over the last 2 contests he has 4 assists.
* Michael Peca assisted on the winning goal only 6:24 into the first period as the Columbus Blue Jackets blanked the host Montreal Canadiens 3-0. Peca has 4 goals and 25 assists for 29 points on 48 games this season. Over the last 7 games Peca has averaged a point per game with 7 helpers.
* Zdeno Chara had a powerplay assist on Boston's 3rd goal as the Bruins beat the host Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3. Chara has 12 goals and 30 assists for 42 points on 61 games. He has recorded points in the last 4 games for 5 points (3 goals, 2 assists). Chara has notched exactly half of his season's points (21, 7 goals, 14 assists) on the man advantage.
* Roberto Luongo stopped 28 of 29 shots he faced as the Vancouver Canucks downed the visiting Detroit Red Wings 4-1. With the win Luongo improved to 28-18-7 on the season. He has won his last 4 starts stopping 121 of 128 shots he has faced for a .945 save percentage. On the season Luongo sports a 2.19 goals against average with a .923 save percentage and 6 shutouts.
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Sunday, February 24, 2008
Friday January 22
There were only 4 games on tap on Friday night as 8 teams battled for points. Former Islanders were active lending their support where they could. Let us take a peek at the FI happenings:
* Defenseman Denis Grebeshkov had an assist on Edmonton's 2nd goal as the Oilers fell to the host Dallas Stars 5-2. Grebeshkov has 2 goals and 9 assists for 11 points on 51 points. Over the last 2 games he has 3 points on 1 goal and 2 assists.
* Chris Osgood made a valiant effort but the lack of Detroit offense led to a 1-0 loss for the Red Wings to the host Calgary Flames. Osgood stopped 25 of 26 shots and was the 2nd star of the game. With the loss Ozzie fell to 23-8-2 on the season with a .917 save percentage and a 2.08 goals against average.
* Recently returned Colorado forward Ryan Smyth was stopped on his attempt in the top half of the 2nd round of the 12 round SO as the Avalanche edged the host Phoenix Coyotes 3-2. Smyth has yet to score a point in 5 games since returning from a New Year's Eve injury until his Valentine's Day return. Coyotes' forward Mike York scored in the 8th round of the SO to extend the sudden death frame.
* D-man Mathieu Schneider assisted on the tying goal as the Anaheim Blues slipped past the visiting St. Louis Blues 2-1. Schneider has 30 points (8 goals, 22 assists) on 48 games.
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* Defenseman Denis Grebeshkov had an assist on Edmonton's 2nd goal as the Oilers fell to the host Dallas Stars 5-2. Grebeshkov has 2 goals and 9 assists for 11 points on 51 points. Over the last 2 games he has 3 points on 1 goal and 2 assists.
* Chris Osgood made a valiant effort but the lack of Detroit offense led to a 1-0 loss for the Red Wings to the host Calgary Flames. Osgood stopped 25 of 26 shots and was the 2nd star of the game. With the loss Ozzie fell to 23-8-2 on the season with a .917 save percentage and a 2.08 goals against average.
* Recently returned Colorado forward Ryan Smyth was stopped on his attempt in the top half of the 2nd round of the 12 round SO as the Avalanche edged the host Phoenix Coyotes 3-2. Smyth has yet to score a point in 5 games since returning from a New Year's Eve injury until his Valentine's Day return. Coyotes' forward Mike York scored in the 8th round of the SO to extend the sudden death frame.
* D-man Mathieu Schneider assisted on the tying goal as the Anaheim Blues slipped past the visiting St. Louis Blues 2-1. Schneider has 30 points (8 goals, 22 assists) on 48 games.
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Thursday February 21
There were 9 games in motion on an unusually busy Thursday night around the NHL. Former Islanders are trying to push their respective teams into playoff positioning. Let us look at the FI contributions:
* Zdeno Chara scored the 3rd Boston goal as the Bruins pulled off a 2 goal comeback to edge the host Florida Panthers 5-4 in the SO. Chara has 12 goals and 29 assists for 41 points on 60 games. He is currently in the midst of a 3 game goal- and point-scoring streak in which he has tallied 3 goals and 1 assist for 4 points. It is the 1st time Chara has scored goals in 3 consecutive games since December 20-23, 2005 while in his last season with the Ottawa Senators. Panthers captain Olli Jokinen missed on his attempt in the 3rd round of the SO, a shot that if successful would have extended the sudden death session.
* Defenseman Roman Hamrlik scored a powerplay goal in the Montreal Canadiens' 5-4 loss to the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins. Hamrlik has 4 goals and 16 assists for 20 points on 57 games. He has notched 8 points (2 goals, 6 assists) on the man advantage. With the tally Hamrlik snapped a 7 game point-less streak and a 15 game goal-less streak.
* Roberto Luongo recorded the win as the Vancouver Canucks edged the host Nashville Predators 3-2 in SO. Luongo faced a 51 shot barrage stopping 49 of them. In addition he stopped all stopped all 3 shots thrown at him in the SO. With the win Luongo improved to 27-18-7. The 49 saves was a season high surpassing the 47 he stopped on January 17 of this year.
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* Zdeno Chara scored the 3rd Boston goal as the Bruins pulled off a 2 goal comeback to edge the host Florida Panthers 5-4 in the SO. Chara has 12 goals and 29 assists for 41 points on 60 games. He is currently in the midst of a 3 game goal- and point-scoring streak in which he has tallied 3 goals and 1 assist for 4 points. It is the 1st time Chara has scored goals in 3 consecutive games since December 20-23, 2005 while in his last season with the Ottawa Senators. Panthers captain Olli Jokinen missed on his attempt in the 3rd round of the SO, a shot that if successful would have extended the sudden death session.
* Defenseman Roman Hamrlik scored a powerplay goal in the Montreal Canadiens' 5-4 loss to the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins. Hamrlik has 4 goals and 16 assists for 20 points on 57 games. He has notched 8 points (2 goals, 6 assists) on the man advantage. With the tally Hamrlik snapped a 7 game point-less streak and a 15 game goal-less streak.
* Roberto Luongo recorded the win as the Vancouver Canucks edged the host Nashville Predators 3-2 in SO. Luongo faced a 51 shot barrage stopping 49 of them. In addition he stopped all stopped all 3 shots thrown at him in the SO. With the win Luongo improved to 27-18-7. The 49 saves was a season high surpassing the 47 he stopped on January 17 of this year.
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Thursday, February 21, 2008
Wednesday February 20
There were 6 games up for grabs on Wednesday as 12 teams battled for important points in the standings. Former Islanders are lending a hand where and when they can. Let us take a look at the FI work:
* Tom Poti assisted on the opening goal of the game but the New York Islanders got the best of the defenseman and his Washington Capitals as the Isles beat the hosts 3-2 in the SO. Poti has 1 goal and 16 assists for 17 points on 50 games. With the helper Poti snapped a 3 game point-less streak. Fellow FI Viktor Kozlov missed on his attempt in the 1st round of the SO.
* Tim Connolly had 3 even strength assists as Buffalo Sabres pulled of a dramatic 2 goal come-from-behind to win 4-3 over the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning in OT. Connolly received 2nd star of the game honor and now has 34 points (5 goals, 29 assists) on 40 games. He snapped a 3 game point-less streak with the assists.
* Adrian Aucoin assisted on the opening goal of the game, a powerplay tally, as the Calgary Flames edged the host Dallas Stars 3-2. Aucoin has 8 goals and 22 assists for 30 points on 56 games. With the helper Aucoin capped 30+ points on a season for the 5th time in his career. It is Aucoin's first time hitting the plateau since the lockout (2003-04 season) when he was still with the Isles.
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* Tom Poti assisted on the opening goal of the game but the New York Islanders got the best of the defenseman and his Washington Capitals as the Isles beat the hosts 3-2 in the SO. Poti has 1 goal and 16 assists for 17 points on 50 games. With the helper Poti snapped a 3 game point-less streak. Fellow FI Viktor Kozlov missed on his attempt in the 1st round of the SO.
* Tim Connolly had 3 even strength assists as Buffalo Sabres pulled of a dramatic 2 goal come-from-behind to win 4-3 over the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning in OT. Connolly received 2nd star of the game honor and now has 34 points (5 goals, 29 assists) on 40 games. He snapped a 3 game point-less streak with the assists.
* Adrian Aucoin assisted on the opening goal of the game, a powerplay tally, as the Calgary Flames edged the host Dallas Stars 3-2. Aucoin has 8 goals and 22 assists for 30 points on 56 games. With the helper Aucoin capped 30+ points on a season for the 5th time in his career. It is Aucoin's first time hitting the plateau since the lockout (2003-04 season) when he was still with the Isles.
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Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Surgery for Brad Lukowich
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Brad Lukowich will miss at least the next 3-4 weeks following surgery to repair a sports hernia following an injury he suffered on February 9. Luko has 1 goal and 6 assists for 7 points on 54 games. According to tsn.ca, he currently leads the Lightning in both blocked shots (101) and hits (147). We wish Brad a speedy recovery.
Tuesday February 19
It was an unusually busy Tuesday as 18 teams took the ice in 9 highly contended competitions. As we near both the trade deadline and the postseason things are getting really intense including the contributions from Former Islanders league-wide. Let us take a gander at the FI haps:
* Boston captain Zdeno Chara opened the scoring with a powerplay tally as the Bruins overcame a comeback from the host Carolina Hurricanes for a 3-2 SO win. Chara has 11 goals and 29 assists for 40 points on 59 games. Six of his goals and 13 assists, 19 points total, have come on the man advantage. For the 4th consecutive season Chara has notched 40+ points and with over 20 games left he is on pace for his best single season offensive effort.
* Martin Straka assisted on the New York Rangers' 5th goal before the host Montreal Canadiens mounted the biggest comeback in team history to pull off a 6-5 SO win. The Habs had never recovered from a 5-0 deficit in their 91 year history but made the Rangers the whipping boy for their historic turnaround. The last 31 and a half minutes of regulation play was dominated by the Canadiens who forced OT on the tying goal with less than 5 minutes remaining in the 3rd period. Now back to Straka: He has 10 goals and 17 assists for 27 points on 45 games this season. He currently holds a 4 game point scoring streak in which he has notched 5 helpers.
* D-man Bryan McCabe, rumored to be on the trading block, assisted on the powerplay game winner as the Toronto Maple Leafs downed the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets 3-1. McCabe has 4 goals and 10 assists for 14 points on an injury-shortened 33 games. He has recorded an impressive 11 of those points (3 goals, 8 assists) with the man advantage. Michael Peca assisted on the lone Jackets' goal which came only 30 seconds after the Toronto game winner. Peca has 4 goals and 24 assists for 28 points on 47 games.
* Journeyman Philadelphia forward Jim Dowd assisted on the game tying goal 3:09 into the 3rd period but the Ottawa Senators still got the best of the host Flyers 3-2 in the SO. Dowd snapped a 15 game point-less streak with the helper and now has 8 points (3 goals, 5 assists) on 52 games equalling his offensive output from his 66 games last season while playing with the New Jersey Devils.
* Mark Parrish had a pair of powerplay assists but the Vancouver Canucks got the better of the Minnesota Wild 3-2 in OT at the Xcel Center. Parrish has 14 goals and 13 assists for 27 points on 52 games. He has notched 10 points (5 goals, 5 assists) on the man advantage. Roberto Luongo stopped 20 of the 22 shots he faced for the Canucks including 2 in OT to seal the win. Luongo improved to 26-18-7 with a .920 save percentage and a 2.22 goals against average.
* Edmonton defenseman Denis Grebeshkov had a powerplay goal and an even strength assist but the Oilers were edged 5-4 by the host Nashville Predators. Grebeshkov has 2 goals and 8 assists for 10 points on 50 games. He topped double digits in points on a season for the first time in his young career. As well, it was the first powerplay tally of his career and he now has 3 points (1 goal, 2 assists) on the man advantage this season. Teammate Robert Nilsson also recorded an assist for Edmonton. Nilsson, who is quickly shaping up to be a solid grinder if not a future star, has 25 points (7 goals, 18 assists) on 50 games. He has managed 25 points on a season for the first time in his young career.
* Adrian Aucoin had an assist on the opening goal of the game as the visiting Calgary Flames thrashed the Phoenix Coyotes for a 4-1 win. Aucoin has 8 goals and 21 assists for 29 points on 55 games.
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* Boston captain Zdeno Chara opened the scoring with a powerplay tally as the Bruins overcame a comeback from the host Carolina Hurricanes for a 3-2 SO win. Chara has 11 goals and 29 assists for 40 points on 59 games. Six of his goals and 13 assists, 19 points total, have come on the man advantage. For the 4th consecutive season Chara has notched 40+ points and with over 20 games left he is on pace for his best single season offensive effort.
* Martin Straka assisted on the New York Rangers' 5th goal before the host Montreal Canadiens mounted the biggest comeback in team history to pull off a 6-5 SO win. The Habs had never recovered from a 5-0 deficit in their 91 year history but made the Rangers the whipping boy for their historic turnaround. The last 31 and a half minutes of regulation play was dominated by the Canadiens who forced OT on the tying goal with less than 5 minutes remaining in the 3rd period. Now back to Straka: He has 10 goals and 17 assists for 27 points on 45 games this season. He currently holds a 4 game point scoring streak in which he has notched 5 helpers.
* D-man Bryan McCabe, rumored to be on the trading block, assisted on the powerplay game winner as the Toronto Maple Leafs downed the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets 3-1. McCabe has 4 goals and 10 assists for 14 points on an injury-shortened 33 games. He has recorded an impressive 11 of those points (3 goals, 8 assists) with the man advantage. Michael Peca assisted on the lone Jackets' goal which came only 30 seconds after the Toronto game winner. Peca has 4 goals and 24 assists for 28 points on 47 games.
* Journeyman Philadelphia forward Jim Dowd assisted on the game tying goal 3:09 into the 3rd period but the Ottawa Senators still got the best of the host Flyers 3-2 in the SO. Dowd snapped a 15 game point-less streak with the helper and now has 8 points (3 goals, 5 assists) on 52 games equalling his offensive output from his 66 games last season while playing with the New Jersey Devils.
* Mark Parrish had a pair of powerplay assists but the Vancouver Canucks got the better of the Minnesota Wild 3-2 in OT at the Xcel Center. Parrish has 14 goals and 13 assists for 27 points on 52 games. He has notched 10 points (5 goals, 5 assists) on the man advantage. Roberto Luongo stopped 20 of the 22 shots he faced for the Canucks including 2 in OT to seal the win. Luongo improved to 26-18-7 with a .920 save percentage and a 2.22 goals against average.
* Edmonton defenseman Denis Grebeshkov had a powerplay goal and an even strength assist but the Oilers were edged 5-4 by the host Nashville Predators. Grebeshkov has 2 goals and 8 assists for 10 points on 50 games. He topped double digits in points on a season for the first time in his young career. As well, it was the first powerplay tally of his career and he now has 3 points (1 goal, 2 assists) on the man advantage this season. Teammate Robert Nilsson also recorded an assist for Edmonton. Nilsson, who is quickly shaping up to be a solid grinder if not a future star, has 25 points (7 goals, 18 assists) on 50 games. He has managed 25 points on a season for the first time in his young career.
* Adrian Aucoin had an assist on the opening goal of the game as the visiting Calgary Flames thrashed the Phoenix Coyotes for a 4-1 win. Aucoin has 8 goals and 21 assists for 29 points on 55 games.
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Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Monday February 18
There were 4 games in the league as teams continue to climb and descend the standings in this late season struggle for points. With less than a third of the season remaining it is crunch time. With the trade deadline looming (February 26) it is crunch time. With so much at stake including the most beautiful trophy in all of sport, the Stanley Cup, it is crunch time. Let us look at the crunch time efforts from Monday's active Former Islanders:
* Jeff Hamilton scored the lone, unassisted goal for the Carolina Hurricanes as the were trounced upon by the host New Jersey Devils 5-1. With the goal Hamilton snapped an improbably long 32 game goal drought. He now has 2 points (1 goal, 1 assists) over the last 2 games, his first back-to-back points November 17-21, 2007. Hammy has 6 goals and 13 assists for 19 points on 52 games. Following a strong start, Hamilton has had a major cool-off managing only 1 goal and 3 assists for 4 points over the last 33 games.
* Chris Osgood snapped a 4 game losing streak and gained a relatively easy shutout in the process. Osgood stopped all 18 shots he faced as the Detroit Red Wings to record his fourth goose egg of the season. He improved to 23-7-2 with the win. Once the league leader in goals against average and save percentage he has slipped a little. He currently has a 2.11 gaa, good enough for 2nd behind teammate Dominik Hasek, and a .915 save % which is tied for 13th with 2 other goalies. The 4 shutouts are the most he has had in a season since the 2001-02 season while he was the starter for the Isles.
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* Jeff Hamilton scored the lone, unassisted goal for the Carolina Hurricanes as the were trounced upon by the host New Jersey Devils 5-1. With the goal Hamilton snapped an improbably long 32 game goal drought. He now has 2 points (1 goal, 1 assists) over the last 2 games, his first back-to-back points November 17-21, 2007. Hammy has 6 goals and 13 assists for 19 points on 52 games. Following a strong start, Hamilton has had a major cool-off managing only 1 goal and 3 assists for 4 points over the last 33 games.
* Chris Osgood snapped a 4 game losing streak and gained a relatively easy shutout in the process. Osgood stopped all 18 shots he faced as the Detroit Red Wings to record his fourth goose egg of the season. He improved to 23-7-2 with the win. Once the league leader in goals against average and save percentage he has slipped a little. He currently has a 2.11 gaa, good enough for 2nd behind teammate Dominik Hasek, and a .915 save % which is tied for 13th with 2 other goalies. The 4 shutouts are the most he has had in a season since the 2001-02 season while he was the starter for the Isles.
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Sunday February 17
It was a fairly busy day around the NHL as 16 teams were in motion in 8 games. Former Islanders are helping as much as they can as we speed toward the postseason. Let us take a quick look the FI efforts:
* Martin Straka had an assist on the powerplay game winner, then added one on the empty netter as the New York Rangers downed the visiting San Jose Sharks 3-1. Straka has 10 goals and 16 assists for 26 points on 44 games. Surprisingly, he has only 6 points (2 goals, 4 assists) on the man advantage. He is in the midst of a 3 game scoring streak in which has record 4 assists.
* Defenseman Eric Brewer had 4 assists (3 powerplay) as the St. Louis Blues batted around the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets for a 5-1 win. Brewer received 2nd star of the game honor and now has 19 points (1 goal, 18 assists) on 53 games. With the litany of helpers he snapped a 3 game point-less streak. Brewer has recorded 8 assists on the man advantage. The 4 point outburst was his most offensively productive night since he started playing in the 1998-99 season with the Islanders.
* Mathieu Schneider had a powerplay assist on the insurance goal as the host Anaheim Ducks downed the Calgary Flames 4-2. Schneids has 8 goals and 21 assists for 29 points on 46 games. He has notched 12 points (4 goals, 8 assists) with the extra man.
* Mark Parrish scored Minnesota's 2nd goal as the Wild edged the visiting Nashville Predators 5-4 in OT. Parrish snapped a 5 game point-less streak with the netter and now has 14 goals and 11 assists for 25 points on 51 games. For the 9th straight season Parrish has scored 25+ points.
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* Martin Straka had an assist on the powerplay game winner, then added one on the empty netter as the New York Rangers downed the visiting San Jose Sharks 3-1. Straka has 10 goals and 16 assists for 26 points on 44 games. Surprisingly, he has only 6 points (2 goals, 4 assists) on the man advantage. He is in the midst of a 3 game scoring streak in which has record 4 assists.
* Defenseman Eric Brewer had 4 assists (3 powerplay) as the St. Louis Blues batted around the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets for a 5-1 win. Brewer received 2nd star of the game honor and now has 19 points (1 goal, 18 assists) on 53 games. With the litany of helpers he snapped a 3 game point-less streak. Brewer has recorded 8 assists on the man advantage. The 4 point outburst was his most offensively productive night since he started playing in the 1998-99 season with the Islanders.
* Mathieu Schneider had a powerplay assist on the insurance goal as the host Anaheim Ducks downed the Calgary Flames 4-2. Schneids has 8 goals and 21 assists for 29 points on 46 games. He has notched 12 points (4 goals, 8 assists) with the extra man.
* Mark Parrish scored Minnesota's 2nd goal as the Wild edged the visiting Nashville Predators 5-4 in OT. Parrish snapped a 5 game point-less streak with the netter and now has 14 goals and 11 assists for 25 points on 51 games. For the 9th straight season Parrish has scored 25+ points.
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Saturday February 16
It was a busy day around the league as 20 teams faced off in 10 tilts from coast to coast. Former Islanders are active almost everywhere and are trying to vault their teams into playoff position. Let us take a peek at the FI contributions:
* Martin Straka assisted on the game winner as the New York Rangers thumped the upstate rival Buffalo Sabres at the Garden 5-1. Straka has 24 points (10 goals, 14 assists) on 43 games.
* Zdeno Chara scored the game tying goal with 50 seconds left in regulation but the Boston Bruins fell in OT as the host Toronto Maple Leafs eked out a 4-3 win. Chara added a powerplay helper earlier in the competition. He now has 39 points (10 goals, 29 assists) on 58 games.
* Arron Asham finally broke through for some goals as the New Jersey Devils survived a near Ottawa Senators comeback for a 3-2 road win. Asham scored the first 2 goals of the game for his first netters in 22 games. He also snapped a 13 game point-less streak with the goals. He now has 10 points (6 goals, 4 assists) on 55 games. It was the first 2 goal effort for Asham since January 27, 2007 while still with the Isles.
* Olli Jokinen assisted on Florida's first goal as the Panthers fell in a close one 5-4 to the host Carolina Hurricanes. Jokinen has 29 goals and 30 assists for 59 points on 61 games. He stopped a 2 game point-less skid with the helper.
* Viktor Kozlov assisted on the game winner with 3 minutes left in regulation as the Washington Capitals edged the host Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2. Kozzer is quite the force to reckon with now with 39 points (12 goals, 27 assists) on 60 games.
* Robert Nilsson assisted on Edmonton's first goal as the Oilers fell to the host Vancouver Canucks 4-2. Nilsson has 7 goals and 17 assists for 24 points on 49 games. Roberto Luongo recorded the win for the Canucks stopped 24 of 26 shots. Luongo is now 25-18-7 with a .921 save percentage and a 2.23 goals against average. For the 4th straight season Luongo has notched 25+ wins.
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* Martin Straka assisted on the game winner as the New York Rangers thumped the upstate rival Buffalo Sabres at the Garden 5-1. Straka has 24 points (10 goals, 14 assists) on 43 games.
* Zdeno Chara scored the game tying goal with 50 seconds left in regulation but the Boston Bruins fell in OT as the host Toronto Maple Leafs eked out a 4-3 win. Chara added a powerplay helper earlier in the competition. He now has 39 points (10 goals, 29 assists) on 58 games.
* Arron Asham finally broke through for some goals as the New Jersey Devils survived a near Ottawa Senators comeback for a 3-2 road win. Asham scored the first 2 goals of the game for his first netters in 22 games. He also snapped a 13 game point-less streak with the goals. He now has 10 points (6 goals, 4 assists) on 55 games. It was the first 2 goal effort for Asham since January 27, 2007 while still with the Isles.
* Olli Jokinen assisted on Florida's first goal as the Panthers fell in a close one 5-4 to the host Carolina Hurricanes. Jokinen has 29 goals and 30 assists for 59 points on 61 games. He stopped a 2 game point-less skid with the helper.
* Viktor Kozlov assisted on the game winner with 3 minutes left in regulation as the Washington Capitals edged the host Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2. Kozzer is quite the force to reckon with now with 39 points (12 goals, 27 assists) on 60 games.
* Robert Nilsson assisted on Edmonton's first goal as the Oilers fell to the host Vancouver Canucks 4-2. Nilsson has 7 goals and 17 assists for 24 points on 49 games. Roberto Luongo recorded the win for the Canucks stopped 24 of 26 shots. Luongo is now 25-18-7 with a .921 save percentage and a 2.23 goals against average. For the 4th straight season Luongo has notched 25+ wins.
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Friday February 15
There were a lean 5 games on the NHL schedule on Friday. Teams are fighting for important standings points. Former Islanders are trying to help lift up their teams into playoff position. Let us take a look at the FI happenings:
* Arron Asham missed his attempt in the 10th round of the SO as the New Jersey Devils fell 4-3 to the visiting Atlanta Thrashers. His failed shot sealed an Atlanta come-from-behind win.
* Dick Tarnstrom continued his strong play with his new team notching 2 assists as the Columbus Blue Jackets thrashed the host Detroit Red Wings 5-1. Tarnstrom has had a point in all 3 games he has played with Columbus since being traded tallying 1 goal and 3 assists for 4 points. All 4 of those points have come with the man advantage. Michael Peca assisted on the 3rd Jackets' goal. Peca has 4 goals and 23 assists for 27 points on 45 games. He is riding a 4 game point streak in which he has record 5 assists. Things are tough for Wings' goalie Chris Osgood who got pulled again after giving up 4 goals on only 13 shots. He was pulled for the second straight, this time with only minutes remaining in the 2nd period. Osgood fell to 22-7-2 on the season and has dropped 4 straight decisions. It is the first time Ozzie has dropped 4 or more consecutive decisions since January 21-February 2, 2004 when he dropped 5 in a row while still with the St. Louis Blues.
* Derek Armstrong scored an insurance goal and added 2 assists as the Los Angeles Kings doubled up on the Calgary Flames for a 6-3 home win. Armstrong notched all 3 points even strength and received 2nd star of the game honor. He now has 8 goals and 21 assists for 29 points on 60 games. Calgary defenseman Adrian Aucoin had a powerplay assist on the final goal of the night. Aucoin has 8 goals and 20 assists on 53 games this season. Over half of his points (15, 3 goals, 12 assists) have come with the extra man.
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* Arron Asham missed his attempt in the 10th round of the SO as the New Jersey Devils fell 4-3 to the visiting Atlanta Thrashers. His failed shot sealed an Atlanta come-from-behind win.
* Dick Tarnstrom continued his strong play with his new team notching 2 assists as the Columbus Blue Jackets thrashed the host Detroit Red Wings 5-1. Tarnstrom has had a point in all 3 games he has played with Columbus since being traded tallying 1 goal and 3 assists for 4 points. All 4 of those points have come with the man advantage. Michael Peca assisted on the 3rd Jackets' goal. Peca has 4 goals and 23 assists for 27 points on 45 games. He is riding a 4 game point streak in which he has record 5 assists. Things are tough for Wings' goalie Chris Osgood who got pulled again after giving up 4 goals on only 13 shots. He was pulled for the second straight, this time with only minutes remaining in the 2nd period. Osgood fell to 22-7-2 on the season and has dropped 4 straight decisions. It is the first time Ozzie has dropped 4 or more consecutive decisions since January 21-February 2, 2004 when he dropped 5 in a row while still with the St. Louis Blues.
* Derek Armstrong scored an insurance goal and added 2 assists as the Los Angeles Kings doubled up on the Calgary Flames for a 6-3 home win. Armstrong notched all 3 points even strength and received 2nd star of the game honor. He now has 8 goals and 21 assists for 29 points on 60 games. Calgary defenseman Adrian Aucoin had a powerplay assist on the final goal of the night. Aucoin has 8 goals and 20 assists on 53 games this season. Over half of his points (15, 3 goals, 12 assists) have come with the extra man.
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Friday, February 15, 2008
Valentine's Day: Thursday February 14
Love is in the air, except of course if your a high talent pending Free Agent looking to leave dodge. Becoming a Former Anything is an eventuality. Come the deadline many players will have found a new home, at least temporarily. As for us we like to revel in the happenings of Former Islanders. On Thursday night, a lovely and cold Valentine's Day, 16 teams faced off in 8 high energy tilts. FIs are lending their support so let us look at their contributions from a day of love:
* Jeff Hamilton had a powerplay assist on the opening goal of the game as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2. Snapping a 5 game point-less streak, Hamilton has 18 points (5 goals, 13 assists) on 51 games. He has notched 13 of those points (4 goals, 9 assists) with the man advantage.
* Jason Blake assisted on the too-little-too-late goal with 19 seconds left in regulation as host Toronto Maple Leafs fell to the Islanders 5-4. Blake has 11 goals and 25 assists for 36 points on 59 games. This season, in 3 games against his old team, Blake has recorded 2 assists.
* Brent Sopel had 2 even strength assists including 1 on the game winner as the Chicago Blackhawks eviscerated the host Nashville Predators 6-1. Sopel has 1 goal and 17 assists for 18 points on 47 games. He has has back-to-back 2 assists nights for the first time since January 3-5, 2002 while still with his original team, the Vancouver Canucks!
* Roberto Luongo is having a tough recently. Luongo took the OTL as the Vancouver Canucks fell to the visiting Minnesota Wild 5-4 in the SO. Luongo stopped 22 of 26 shots in the first 65 minutes but only 1 of 3 in the SO frame. Luongo is now 24-18-7 on the season with a .921 save percentage and a 2.23 goals against average. FI teammate Trevor Linden scored in the first half of the third round of the SO to tie it but Minnesota answered back immediately to seal the win. Brad Isbister opened the Vancouver scoring with less that 5 minutes remaining in the 2nd period. Isbister has 9 points (4 goals, 5 assists) on 37 games.
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* Jeff Hamilton had a powerplay assist on the opening goal of the game as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2. Snapping a 5 game point-less streak, Hamilton has 18 points (5 goals, 13 assists) on 51 games. He has notched 13 of those points (4 goals, 9 assists) with the man advantage.
* Jason Blake assisted on the too-little-too-late goal with 19 seconds left in regulation as host Toronto Maple Leafs fell to the Islanders 5-4. Blake has 11 goals and 25 assists for 36 points on 59 games. This season, in 3 games against his old team, Blake has recorded 2 assists.
* Brent Sopel had 2 even strength assists including 1 on the game winner as the Chicago Blackhawks eviscerated the host Nashville Predators 6-1. Sopel has 1 goal and 17 assists for 18 points on 47 games. He has has back-to-back 2 assists nights for the first time since January 3-5, 2002 while still with his original team, the Vancouver Canucks!
* Roberto Luongo is having a tough recently. Luongo took the OTL as the Vancouver Canucks fell to the visiting Minnesota Wild 5-4 in the SO. Luongo stopped 22 of 26 shots in the first 65 minutes but only 1 of 3 in the SO frame. Luongo is now 24-18-7 on the season with a .921 save percentage and a 2.23 goals against average. FI teammate Trevor Linden scored in the first half of the third round of the SO to tie it but Minnesota answered back immediately to seal the win. Brad Isbister opened the Vancouver scoring with less that 5 minutes remaining in the 2nd period. Isbister has 9 points (4 goals, 5 assists) on 37 games.
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Thursday, February 14, 2008
Wednesday February 13
There were 6 games on the schedule on Valentine's Day Eve as the NHL marches swiftly toward the postseason. Former Islanders are contributing at an impressive pace right now with most seemingly having overcome some form of midseason slump. Let us take a look at the important FI contributions from Wednesday night:
* Viktor Kozlov opened the scoring as the Washington Capitals fell in the SO 3-2 to the host Atlanta Thrashers. Kozzer has 12 goals and 26 assists for 38 points on 58 games. Despite not recording a point in his prior 2 games, Kozlov has been on a torrid pace recently with 8 goals and 6 assists for 14 points over his last 15 competitions.
* Randy Robitaille scoring the tying goal but the Ottawa Senators fell 3-2 in SO to the host New Jersey Devils. It was a historic night as Devs' goalie Martin Brodeur became the first tender to record 30+ wins in 12 consecutive seasons. Robitaille did his best to keep that streak from becoming a reality by scoring his 10th goal of the season with less than 5 minutes remaining in the 2nd period to knot the score at 2. Add to that 13 assists and Robby has 23 points on 47 games. He has scored goals in consecutive games for the first time since November 11-13, 2006 while still playing with the Philadelphia Flyers.
* Chicago defenseman Brent Sopel has 2 assists, including 1 on the game winner, as the Chicago Blackhawks thumped the host Columbus Blue Jackets 7-2. Sopel has 1 goal and 15 assists for 16 points on 46 games. With the helpers he snapped a 4 game point-less streak. It was the 3rd multi-point game of the season for Sopel. Columbus d-man Dick Tarnstrom scored the 1st Jackets' goal, a powerplay tally only 1:25 into the 2nd period. It was Tarnstrom's 2nd goal of the season. He now has 7 points (2 goals, 5 assists) on 31 games. In 2 games since joining the Jackets he has 1 goal and 1 assist. Michael Peca assisted on that goal. Peca has 26 points (4 goals, 22 assists) on 44 games. During his current 3 game point streak he has 4 assists. Nearly half of his season points (12) have come on the man advantage (1 goal, 11 assists).
* Bryan Smolinski assisted on the game winning powerplay goal only 1:43 into OT as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Richard Zednik-less host Florida Panthers 2-1. Smoke has 5 goals and 13 assists for 18 points on 44 games. With the helper he snapped an 8 game point-less streak. He has recorded 5 of his points (1 goal, 4 assists) this season with the extra man.
* Bruins' forward Petteri Nokelainen opened the scoring as visiting Boston edged the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1. Nokelainen has 6 goals and 1 assist for 7 points on 43 games. With the goal he snapped a 6 game point-less and goal-less streak.
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* Viktor Kozlov opened the scoring as the Washington Capitals fell in the SO 3-2 to the host Atlanta Thrashers. Kozzer has 12 goals and 26 assists for 38 points on 58 games. Despite not recording a point in his prior 2 games, Kozlov has been on a torrid pace recently with 8 goals and 6 assists for 14 points over his last 15 competitions.
* Randy Robitaille scoring the tying goal but the Ottawa Senators fell 3-2 in SO to the host New Jersey Devils. It was a historic night as Devs' goalie Martin Brodeur became the first tender to record 30+ wins in 12 consecutive seasons. Robitaille did his best to keep that streak from becoming a reality by scoring his 10th goal of the season with less than 5 minutes remaining in the 2nd period to knot the score at 2. Add to that 13 assists and Robby has 23 points on 47 games. He has scored goals in consecutive games for the first time since November 11-13, 2006 while still playing with the Philadelphia Flyers.
* Chicago defenseman Brent Sopel has 2 assists, including 1 on the game winner, as the Chicago Blackhawks thumped the host Columbus Blue Jackets 7-2. Sopel has 1 goal and 15 assists for 16 points on 46 games. With the helpers he snapped a 4 game point-less streak. It was the 3rd multi-point game of the season for Sopel. Columbus d-man Dick Tarnstrom scored the 1st Jackets' goal, a powerplay tally only 1:25 into the 2nd period. It was Tarnstrom's 2nd goal of the season. He now has 7 points (2 goals, 5 assists) on 31 games. In 2 games since joining the Jackets he has 1 goal and 1 assist. Michael Peca assisted on that goal. Peca has 26 points (4 goals, 22 assists) on 44 games. During his current 3 game point streak he has 4 assists. Nearly half of his season points (12) have come on the man advantage (1 goal, 11 assists).
* Bryan Smolinski assisted on the game winning powerplay goal only 1:43 into OT as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Richard Zednik-less host Florida Panthers 2-1. Smoke has 5 goals and 13 assists for 18 points on 44 games. With the helper he snapped an 8 game point-less streak. He has recorded 5 of his points (1 goal, 4 assists) this season with the extra man.
* Bruins' forward Petteri Nokelainen opened the scoring as visiting Boston edged the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1. Nokelainen has 6 goals and 1 assist for 7 points on 43 games. With the goal he snapped a 6 game point-less and goal-less streak.
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Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Tuesday February 12
The league picked up the pace on Tuesday night with 9 games on the schedule. Teams are slipping and sliding their way along as we inch closer to the trade deadline and the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Nobody really seems prepared to go quietly and if they can help Former Islanders are trying to boost their teams. Let us take a quick look at the FI happenings:
* Zdeno Chara assisted on the too-little-too-late goal with less than 5 minutes remaining in regulation as the Boston Bruins fell to the visiting Carolina Hurricanes 3-2. Chara has 9 goals and 28 assists for 37 points on 56 games. He has 2 goals and an assist over the last 3 games.
* Tim Connolly, in only his 2nd game back since suffering an injury in early January, had 2 assists as the Buffalo Sabres thumped the host Ottawa Senators 5-1. Both of Connolly's helpers came on the powerplay. He now has 5 goals and 26 assists for 31 points on 36 games. Connolly has scored 14 of those points (2 goals, 12 assists) on the man advantage. Randy Robitaille scored the lone Sens' goal, a powerplay tally. Robitaille has 9 goals and 13 assists for 22 points on 46 games. It was the first powerplay goal of the season and only his 3rd point up a man. With the netter he snapped a 6 game goal-less streak.
* The glory days of Chris Osgood's excellent play seem to have passed. Ozzie was pulled only 8:49 into the 1st period after surrendering 3 goals on only 4 shots. Following the 4-2 Detroit Red Wings loss to the host Nashville Predators Osgood fell to 22-6-2 on the season. His goals against average swelled to 2.09 (the first time in recent memory it has been above 2.00) while his save percentage fell to .917. He has lost his last 3 starts between February 7-12. He is currently tied for 2nd in the NHL is save percentage behind teammate Dominik Hasek by .002 and fell out of the top 10 in save percentage, currently tied with Martin Brodeur.
* Defenseman Denis Grebeshkov assisted on the insurance goal as the Edmonton Oilers knocked off the visiting Minnesota Wild 4-2. Grebeshkov has 1 goal and 7 assists for 8 points on 47 games. Minnesota d-man Sean Hill had a powerplay assist on the final goal of the game. Hill has 3 assists on 23 games this season with 2 of those helpers coming on the man advantage. With the assist Hill snapped a 7 game point-less streak.
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* Zdeno Chara assisted on the too-little-too-late goal with less than 5 minutes remaining in regulation as the Boston Bruins fell to the visiting Carolina Hurricanes 3-2. Chara has 9 goals and 28 assists for 37 points on 56 games. He has 2 goals and an assist over the last 3 games.
* Tim Connolly, in only his 2nd game back since suffering an injury in early January, had 2 assists as the Buffalo Sabres thumped the host Ottawa Senators 5-1. Both of Connolly's helpers came on the powerplay. He now has 5 goals and 26 assists for 31 points on 36 games. Connolly has scored 14 of those points (2 goals, 12 assists) on the man advantage. Randy Robitaille scored the lone Sens' goal, a powerplay tally. Robitaille has 9 goals and 13 assists for 22 points on 46 games. It was the first powerplay goal of the season and only his 3rd point up a man. With the netter he snapped a 6 game goal-less streak.
* The glory days of Chris Osgood's excellent play seem to have passed. Ozzie was pulled only 8:49 into the 1st period after surrendering 3 goals on only 4 shots. Following the 4-2 Detroit Red Wings loss to the host Nashville Predators Osgood fell to 22-6-2 on the season. His goals against average swelled to 2.09 (the first time in recent memory it has been above 2.00) while his save percentage fell to .917. He has lost his last 3 starts between February 7-12. He is currently tied for 2nd in the NHL is save percentage behind teammate Dominik Hasek by .002 and fell out of the top 10 in save percentage, currently tied with Martin Brodeur.
* Defenseman Denis Grebeshkov assisted on the insurance goal as the Edmonton Oilers knocked off the visiting Minnesota Wild 4-2. Grebeshkov has 1 goal and 7 assists for 8 points on 47 games. Minnesota d-man Sean Hill had a powerplay assist on the final goal of the game. Hill has 3 assists on 23 games this season with 2 of those helpers coming on the man advantage. With the assist Hill snapped a 7 game point-less streak.
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Monday February 11
With all eyes focused on the Richard Zednik story (now improving and in "good" condition) the NHL was slow on Monday night with only 1 game scheduled. Former Islanders had no major role in the 2-1 win by the host Dallas Stars over the Phoenix Coyotes.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Sunday February 10
It was a freakish night around the NHL as Former Islander Richard Zednik was slashed on the neck by the skate of teammate and fellow FI Olli Jokinen. The blade of Jokinen's skate cut Zednik's carotid artery nearly severing the vein that delivers fresh blood to the brain. Zed was rushed to the hospital and underwent emergency surgery. As of Monday morning he was in stable condition at a Buffalo hospital. We wish him a quick and speedy recovery. We here at FIW were sadly reminded of the freak accident that nearly caused the loss of Bryan Berard's eye during the 1999-2000 season while with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
In other news, there were 8 games on the schedule on Sunday night. Teams are battling for important points in the standings. Let us take a look at the FI efforts from a scary night around the league:
* Martin Straka had an assist and Stephen Valiquette took an OT loss as the New York Rangers fell to the Washington Capitals 3-2. Straka has 10 goals and 13 assists for 23 points on 42 games. He snapped a 3 game point-less streak with the helper. With the OTL Valiquette fell to 4-3-2 on the season. He has an impressive .915 save percentage and a nice 2.19 goals against average in his first full season of backup work.
* Mathieu Schneider scored a goal and assisted on the game winner as the Anaheim Ducks beat the host Detroit Red Wings 3-2. Schneids has 8 goals and 20 assists for 28 points on 43 games. Chris Osgood took the loss in net for Detroit stopped 16 of 19 shots. Ozzie fell to 22-5-2 on the season with an impeccable 1.99 goals against average and a .921 save percentage with 3 shutouts. It was the first time Osgood has had consecutive regulation losses since March 25-31, 2006, a span of 53 games, nearly 2 years without such an occurrence!
* Michael Peca had 2 powerplay assists and new teammate Dick Tarnstrom notched his first point with Columbus as the Blue Jackets lost in SO to the visiting Los Angeles Kings 3-2. Peca has 25 points (4 goals, 21 assists) on 43 games. He has 11 points (1 goal, 10 assists) on the man advantage. It is the first time since the before the lockout that Peca has scored 25 points on a season. The last time he did it was 2003-04 while still with the Isles. Peca also was stopped on his SO attempt in the 3rd round. Playing in his first game with the Jackets since being traded from Edmonton, Tarnstrom scored his first point assisting on the game tying goal. He has 1 goal and 5 assists for 6 points on 30 games. It was his 2nd powerplay assist of the season.
* Defenseman Eric Brewer assisted on the game tying powerplay goal as the St. Louis Blues fell to the visiting Minnesota Wild 2-1. Brewer has 1 goal and 14 assists for 15 points on 49 games. He has 5 assists on the man advantage. Over the last 4 games, Brewer has 4 assists.
* Branislav Mezei continued his recent strong play with the opening goal of the game as the Florida Panthers fell to the host Buffalo Sabres 5-3. Mezei has 2 goals and 2 assists for 4 points on 45 games. He has scored half those points (1 goal, 1 assist) over the last 2 competitions. Olli Jokinen scored the 2nd Florida goal with 58 seconds remaining the 2nd period. He has 29 goals and 29 assists for 58 points on 58 games. That is a whole lot of 58. He is currently running at a point per game pace.
* Mike York assisted on the Coyotes' 2nd goal as the Nashville Predators doubled up on host Phoenix for a 6-3 win. York has 13 points (6 goals, 7 assists) on 50 games.
* Roberto Luongo stopped 16 of a meager 18 shots as the Vancouver Canucks beat the visiting Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 in SO. Luongo also stopped all 3 shots he faced in the SO to improve to 24-18-6 on the season with a .922 save percentage and a 2.20 goals against average. FI teammate Trevor Linden was stopped on his attempt in the 3rd round of the SO.
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In other news, there were 8 games on the schedule on Sunday night. Teams are battling for important points in the standings. Let us take a look at the FI efforts from a scary night around the league:
* Martin Straka had an assist and Stephen Valiquette took an OT loss as the New York Rangers fell to the Washington Capitals 3-2. Straka has 10 goals and 13 assists for 23 points on 42 games. He snapped a 3 game point-less streak with the helper. With the OTL Valiquette fell to 4-3-2 on the season. He has an impressive .915 save percentage and a nice 2.19 goals against average in his first full season of backup work.
* Mathieu Schneider scored a goal and assisted on the game winner as the Anaheim Ducks beat the host Detroit Red Wings 3-2. Schneids has 8 goals and 20 assists for 28 points on 43 games. Chris Osgood took the loss in net for Detroit stopped 16 of 19 shots. Ozzie fell to 22-5-2 on the season with an impeccable 1.99 goals against average and a .921 save percentage with 3 shutouts. It was the first time Osgood has had consecutive regulation losses since March 25-31, 2006, a span of 53 games, nearly 2 years without such an occurrence!
* Michael Peca had 2 powerplay assists and new teammate Dick Tarnstrom notched his first point with Columbus as the Blue Jackets lost in SO to the visiting Los Angeles Kings 3-2. Peca has 25 points (4 goals, 21 assists) on 43 games. He has 11 points (1 goal, 10 assists) on the man advantage. It is the first time since the before the lockout that Peca has scored 25 points on a season. The last time he did it was 2003-04 while still with the Isles. Peca also was stopped on his SO attempt in the 3rd round. Playing in his first game with the Jackets since being traded from Edmonton, Tarnstrom scored his first point assisting on the game tying goal. He has 1 goal and 5 assists for 6 points on 30 games. It was his 2nd powerplay assist of the season.
* Defenseman Eric Brewer assisted on the game tying powerplay goal as the St. Louis Blues fell to the visiting Minnesota Wild 2-1. Brewer has 1 goal and 14 assists for 15 points on 49 games. He has 5 assists on the man advantage. Over the last 4 games, Brewer has 4 assists.
* Branislav Mezei continued his recent strong play with the opening goal of the game as the Florida Panthers fell to the host Buffalo Sabres 5-3. Mezei has 2 goals and 2 assists for 4 points on 45 games. He has scored half those points (1 goal, 1 assist) over the last 2 competitions. Olli Jokinen scored the 2nd Florida goal with 58 seconds remaining the 2nd period. He has 29 goals and 29 assists for 58 points on 58 games. That is a whole lot of 58. He is currently running at a point per game pace.
* Mike York assisted on the Coyotes' 2nd goal as the Nashville Predators doubled up on host Phoenix for a 6-3 win. York has 13 points (6 goals, 7 assists) on 50 games.
* Roberto Luongo stopped 16 of a meager 18 shots as the Vancouver Canucks beat the visiting Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 in SO. Luongo also stopped all 3 shots he faced in the SO to improve to 24-18-6 on the season with a .922 save percentage and a 2.20 goals against average. FI teammate Trevor Linden was stopped on his attempt in the 3rd round of the SO.
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Monday, February 11, 2008
Saturday February 9
It was a busy Saturday night as 24 teams swarmed in 12 contests around the NHL. Teams are really revving up their playoff pushes and Former Islanders are there to lend their help. Let us take a peek at the FI efforts:
* Derek Armstrong scored the first Los Angeles goal as the Kings fell to the host Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2. Armstrong has 7 goals and 19 assists for 26 points on 57 games. Over the last 2 games Armstrong has scored 3 points on 1 goal and 2 assists.
* New York Rangers' backup goalie Stephen Valiquette recorded his 2nd shutout of the season stopping all 31 shots he faced as Blueshirts blanked the host Philadelphia Flyers 2-0. He is now 4-3-1 on the season having made more starts this season (8) than his previous 3 seasons of experience (5 starts). He received first star of the game honor with the effort.
* Toronto defenseman Bryan McCabe, who only returned 2 days prior after being injured on December 15, recorded his first point since his coming back. He recorded a powerplay assist on the opening goal of the game as the Maple Leafs defeated the visiting Detroit Red Wings 3-2 in OT. McCabe has 13 points (4 goals, 9 assists) on 29 games. He has 10 points (3 goals, 7 assists) on the man advantage.
* Defenseman Alexei Zhitnik scored the game winner in OT as the Atlanta Thrashers edged the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1. Zhitnik has 2 goals and 4 assists for 6 points on 57 games. With the goal Zhitnik snapped a 17 game goal-less and point-less streak. It was the 13th game winning goal of the season, first of the season and 2nd as a Thrasher.
* So much FI action occurred in the Florida Panther's 6-3 win over the host Boston Bruins that this entry will be packed with numbers. Be prepared. Richard Zednik continued his awesome play with 2 goals, twice tying the game (1-1, 2-2). Zed has 15 goals and 11 assists on 53 games this season. Over the last 4 games he has notched 9 points (6 goals, 3 assist) including 3 multi-point efforts and 2 multi-goal games. Zednik received first star of the game honor. Receiving the second star honor was teammate Olli Jokinen who scored a goal and an assist. O-Jok's goal came on the powerplay and knotted the score at 3. Jokinen has 28 goals and 29 assists for 57 points on 57 games. He finally returned to a point-per-game pace after falling off that track in a rough January. He is riding a 5 game point streak in which he has notched 4 goals and 4 assists for 8 points. Jokinen has scored 25 points (13 goals, 12 assists) on the man advantage. Panthers' defenseman Branislav Mezei got involved in the action assisting on 2 goals. Mezei's first assist of the night came on Zednik's first goal. That goal was a rare treat as 3 FIs were credited with points (Zednik from Jokinen and Mezei)! Mezei now has 4 points (1 goal, 3 assists) on 44 games. With the helpers Mezei snapped a 19 game point-less streak. Additionally, it was the first multi-point game of Mezei's career. Not to hog all the credit, a Boston FI got involved in the scoring. Zdeno Chara opening the scoring with a powerplay tally only 2:19 into the 1st period. Chara, who logged over 27 minutes of ice time, now has 9 goals and 27 assists for 36 points on 55 games. He has scored 17 points (5 goals, 12 assists) on the powerplay. He scored goals in consecutive games for the first time since October 26-28, 2006 during his first season with the Bruins.
* Adrian Aucoin assisted on the powerplay game winner as the Calgary Flames knocked off the visiting Edmonton Oilers 4-1. Aucoin has 8 goals and 19 assists for 27 points on 51 games. He has notched 3 goals and 11 assists for 14 points on the man advantage. He has points in the last 3 games on 1 goal and 2 assists. Robert Nilsson scored the lone Edmonton goal. Nilsson has 23 points (7 goals, 16 assists) on 46 games. With the goal he snapped a 5 game point-less streak.
* Roberto Luongo was pulled in the 3rd period following one of his worst performances of the season as the Colorado Avalanche thumped the host Vancouver Canucks 6-2. Luongo stopped 17 of 22 and took the loss. He is now 23-18-6 on the season. For the first time since his slow start, Luongo's goals against average has swelled above 2.20.
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* Derek Armstrong scored the first Los Angeles goal as the Kings fell to the host Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2. Armstrong has 7 goals and 19 assists for 26 points on 57 games. Over the last 2 games Armstrong has scored 3 points on 1 goal and 2 assists.
* New York Rangers' backup goalie Stephen Valiquette recorded his 2nd shutout of the season stopping all 31 shots he faced as Blueshirts blanked the host Philadelphia Flyers 2-0. He is now 4-3-1 on the season having made more starts this season (8) than his previous 3 seasons of experience (5 starts). He received first star of the game honor with the effort.
* Toronto defenseman Bryan McCabe, who only returned 2 days prior after being injured on December 15, recorded his first point since his coming back. He recorded a powerplay assist on the opening goal of the game as the Maple Leafs defeated the visiting Detroit Red Wings 3-2 in OT. McCabe has 13 points (4 goals, 9 assists) on 29 games. He has 10 points (3 goals, 7 assists) on the man advantage.
* Defenseman Alexei Zhitnik scored the game winner in OT as the Atlanta Thrashers edged the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1. Zhitnik has 2 goals and 4 assists for 6 points on 57 games. With the goal Zhitnik snapped a 17 game goal-less and point-less streak. It was the 13th game winning goal of the season, first of the season and 2nd as a Thrasher.
* So much FI action occurred in the Florida Panther's 6-3 win over the host Boston Bruins that this entry will be packed with numbers. Be prepared. Richard Zednik continued his awesome play with 2 goals, twice tying the game (1-1, 2-2). Zed has 15 goals and 11 assists on 53 games this season. Over the last 4 games he has notched 9 points (6 goals, 3 assist) including 3 multi-point efforts and 2 multi-goal games. Zednik received first star of the game honor. Receiving the second star honor was teammate Olli Jokinen who scored a goal and an assist. O-Jok's goal came on the powerplay and knotted the score at 3. Jokinen has 28 goals and 29 assists for 57 points on 57 games. He finally returned to a point-per-game pace after falling off that track in a rough January. He is riding a 5 game point streak in which he has notched 4 goals and 4 assists for 8 points. Jokinen has scored 25 points (13 goals, 12 assists) on the man advantage. Panthers' defenseman Branislav Mezei got involved in the action assisting on 2 goals. Mezei's first assist of the night came on Zednik's first goal. That goal was a rare treat as 3 FIs were credited with points (Zednik from Jokinen and Mezei)! Mezei now has 4 points (1 goal, 3 assists) on 44 games. With the helpers Mezei snapped a 19 game point-less streak. Additionally, it was the first multi-point game of Mezei's career. Not to hog all the credit, a Boston FI got involved in the scoring. Zdeno Chara opening the scoring with a powerplay tally only 2:19 into the 1st period. Chara, who logged over 27 minutes of ice time, now has 9 goals and 27 assists for 36 points on 55 games. He has scored 17 points (5 goals, 12 assists) on the powerplay. He scored goals in consecutive games for the first time since October 26-28, 2006 during his first season with the Bruins.
* Adrian Aucoin assisted on the powerplay game winner as the Calgary Flames knocked off the visiting Edmonton Oilers 4-1. Aucoin has 8 goals and 19 assists for 27 points on 51 games. He has notched 3 goals and 11 assists for 14 points on the man advantage. He has points in the last 3 games on 1 goal and 2 assists. Robert Nilsson scored the lone Edmonton goal. Nilsson has 23 points (7 goals, 16 assists) on 46 games. With the goal he snapped a 5 game point-less streak.
* Roberto Luongo was pulled in the 3rd period following one of his worst performances of the season as the Colorado Avalanche thumped the host Vancouver Canucks 6-2. Luongo stopped 17 of 22 and took the loss. He is now 23-18-6 on the season. For the first time since his slow start, Luongo's goals against average has swelled above 2.20.
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Friday February 8
There were 4 games on the schedule as 8 teams faced off in intense competitions. The heat is on for many teams trying to keep their heads over water. Others are gliding along just killing time until the playoffs. Former Islanders are lending their support when they can. Let us take a look at their efforts from Friday night:
* Boston captain Zdeno Chara scored the Bruins' first goal of the night as they came from a 2-0 deficit to beat the host Buffalo Sabres 3-2 in the SO. Chara notched the tally only 57 seconds in to the 3rd period. He has 8 goals and 27 assists for 35 points on 54 games.
* Michael Peca assisted on the tying goal just over 7 minutes into the 3rd period as the Columbus Blue Jackets fell to the host San Jose Sharks 2-1 in OT. Peca has 4 goals and 19 assists for 23 points on 42 games.
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* Boston captain Zdeno Chara scored the Bruins' first goal of the night as they came from a 2-0 deficit to beat the host Buffalo Sabres 3-2 in the SO. Chara notched the tally only 57 seconds in to the 3rd period. He has 8 goals and 27 assists for 35 points on 54 games.
* Michael Peca assisted on the tying goal just over 7 minutes into the 3rd period as the Columbus Blue Jackets fell to the host San Jose Sharks 2-1 in OT. Peca has 4 goals and 19 assists for 23 points on 42 games.
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Thursday, February 7, 2008
Thursday February 7
There were 10 games up for grabs on Thursday as 20 teams rise and fall around the NHL. Former Islanders are trying as hard as they can to continue or jumpstart pushes towards the Stanley Cup playoffs. Let us take a look at the FI happenings a busy night:
* Jason Blake assisted on Toronto's 2nd goal as the Maple Leafs doubled up on the host Montreal Canadiens for a 4-2 win. Blake has 11 goals and 24 assists for 35 points on 56 games this season. He has just now passed the halfway mark to his career high 70 points from last season with only 26 games left this year.
* Roberto Luongo returned to win column stopping 27 of 28 shots as the Vancouver Canucks won 2-1 over the Thrashers in a rare appearance in Atlanta. Luongo improved to 23-17-6 on the season. Winger Taylor Pyatt assisted on the game winner with 8:46 remaining in regulation. T-Py has 29 points (13 goals, 16 assists) on 55 games. He snapped a 2 game point-less streak with the helper.
* Mathieu Schneider scored the opening goal then assisted on the game winner as the Anaheim Ducks beat the New York Rangers 4-1 at Madison Square Garden. The defenseman has 7 goals and 19 assists for 26 points on 41 games. Todd Bertuzzi scored the final goal. Bert has 11 goals and 19 assists for 30 points on 44 games.
* Chris Osgood had a 3rd period meltdown giving up on 4 goals on 10 shots while in the process suffering only his 4th regulation loss of the season in the process. Osgood stopped only 20 of 25 shots as the visiting Los Angeles Kings beat the red hot host Detroit Red Wings 5-3. Ozzie fell to 22-4-2. Kings' center Derek Armstrong had 2 powerplay assists including one on the game winner. Armstrong has 25 points (6 goals, 19 assists) on 56 games. He now has 6 points (1 goal, 5 assists) on the man advantage.
* Teammate Panthers each notched 2 points as Florida were edged by the host Ottawa Senators 5-4. Olli Jokinen had a goal and a powerplay assist. O-Jok has 55 points (27 goals, 28 assists) on 56 games. During his current 4 game streak he has 3 goals and 3 assists. It was the 11th multi-point game of the season for Jokinen. Richard Zednik is on a hot streak right now. He scored 2 assist including 1 on the powerplay. He has 13 points and 11 assists for 24 points on 52 games. During his current 3 game consecutive streak he has 4 goals and 3 assists for 7 points. It was the 5th multi-point game of the season for Zed.
* Adrian Aucoin scored the lone Calgary goal as the host Flames fell to the Chicago Blackhawks 3-1. Aucoin has 8 goals and 18 assists for 26 points on 50 games.
* Mike York scored the lone Phoenix goal, a powerplay tally, as the Coyotes were edged by the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1. York snapped a 13 game point-less streak and an 18 game goal-less streak with the netter. He has 6 goals and 6 assists for 12 points on 49 games this year. York has 6 points (4 goals, 2 assists) on the man advantage.
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* Jason Blake assisted on Toronto's 2nd goal as the Maple Leafs doubled up on the host Montreal Canadiens for a 4-2 win. Blake has 11 goals and 24 assists for 35 points on 56 games this season. He has just now passed the halfway mark to his career high 70 points from last season with only 26 games left this year.
* Roberto Luongo returned to win column stopping 27 of 28 shots as the Vancouver Canucks won 2-1 over the Thrashers in a rare appearance in Atlanta. Luongo improved to 23-17-6 on the season. Winger Taylor Pyatt assisted on the game winner with 8:46 remaining in regulation. T-Py has 29 points (13 goals, 16 assists) on 55 games. He snapped a 2 game point-less streak with the helper.
* Mathieu Schneider scored the opening goal then assisted on the game winner as the Anaheim Ducks beat the New York Rangers 4-1 at Madison Square Garden. The defenseman has 7 goals and 19 assists for 26 points on 41 games. Todd Bertuzzi scored the final goal. Bert has 11 goals and 19 assists for 30 points on 44 games.
* Chris Osgood had a 3rd period meltdown giving up on 4 goals on 10 shots while in the process suffering only his 4th regulation loss of the season in the process. Osgood stopped only 20 of 25 shots as the visiting Los Angeles Kings beat the red hot host Detroit Red Wings 5-3. Ozzie fell to 22-4-2. Kings' center Derek Armstrong had 2 powerplay assists including one on the game winner. Armstrong has 25 points (6 goals, 19 assists) on 56 games. He now has 6 points (1 goal, 5 assists) on the man advantage.
* Teammate Panthers each notched 2 points as Florida were edged by the host Ottawa Senators 5-4. Olli Jokinen had a goal and a powerplay assist. O-Jok has 55 points (27 goals, 28 assists) on 56 games. During his current 4 game streak he has 3 goals and 3 assists. It was the 11th multi-point game of the season for Jokinen. Richard Zednik is on a hot streak right now. He scored 2 assist including 1 on the powerplay. He has 13 points and 11 assists for 24 points on 52 games. During his current 3 game consecutive streak he has 4 goals and 3 assists for 7 points. It was the 5th multi-point game of the season for Zed.
* Adrian Aucoin scored the lone Calgary goal as the host Flames fell to the Chicago Blackhawks 3-1. Aucoin has 8 goals and 18 assists for 26 points on 50 games.
* Mike York scored the lone Phoenix goal, a powerplay tally, as the Coyotes were edged by the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1. York snapped a 13 game point-less streak and an 18 game goal-less streak with the netter. He has 6 goals and 6 assists for 12 points on 49 games this year. York has 6 points (4 goals, 2 assists) on the man advantage.
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Wednesday February 6
There were 4 games on the schedule on Wednesday as 8 teams faced off in highly contested tilts for important points in the standings. Former Islanders are helping their teams make the push. Let us take a look at their efforts:
* Viktor Kozlov scored Washington's 2nd goal and Tom Poti received the secondary assist on that tally as the Capitals survived a scary Philadelphia comeback to be the host Flyers 4-3. Koz has 11 goals and 26 assists for 37 points on 55 games. Poti has 1 goal and 15 assists for 16 points on 46 games. He has 3 points over the last 2 games on 1 goal and 2 assists.
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* Viktor Kozlov scored Washington's 2nd goal and Tom Poti received the secondary assist on that tally as the Capitals survived a scary Philadelphia comeback to be the host Flyers 4-3. Koz has 11 goals and 26 assists for 37 points on 55 games. Poti has 1 goal and 15 assists for 16 points on 46 games. He has 3 points over the last 2 games on 1 goal and 2 assists.
Check back soon as the season keeps going along at a blazing speed. Before you know it we are going to be talking about FI playoff contributions, not just the push. Thank you for sticking with FIW.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Tuesday February 5
They called it Super Tuesday. No not the primary elections, the 10 games that dominated and continued to help define the playoff chase as the NHL rapidly nears the end of the regular season. Some teams continue to rise while others are sinking like stones. Former Islanders are helping out their teams through resurgences and sufferings. Let us take a look at the FI efforts from a busy night around the league:
* Todd Bertuzzi assisted on the final goal as the Anaheim Ducks blanked the host Isles 3-0. Bert has 11 goals and 18 assists for 29 points on 43 games. He snapped a 4 game point-less streak with the helper. It was his first point against his original team since he recorded a hat trick against them January 14, 2006 while still playing with the Vancouver Canucks.
* Tom Poti scored the game tying goal with less than 7 minutes remaining in regulation then assisted on the game winner OT as the Washington Capitals pulled off a 4-3 come-from-behind win over the host Columbus Blue Jackets. The goal was Poti's first of the season. He now has 1 goal and 14 assists for 15 points on 45 games. It was his first multi-point game since November 23, 2006. He went 50 games without a goal including 5 playoff games from last season. Teammate Viktor Kozlov assisted on Washington's 2nd goal which briefly knotted the game in the second period. Kozzer has 10 goals and 26 assists for 36 points on 54 games. Jackets' center Michael Peca had an assist on his team's 2nd goal. Peca has a respectable 22 points (4 goals, 18 assists) on 40 games. He has shown marked improvement over last season's 35 game effort that was cut short by injury. Peca has battled off a couple of minor injuries to play in most of Columbus' games.
* Randy Robitaille assisted on Ottawa's second goal as the Senators fell to the host Montreal Canadiens 4-3. Robby has 8 goals and 13 assists for 21 points on 43 games.
* Richard Zednik had a trio of powerplay goals to notch an impressive hat trick as the Florida Panthers spanked and blanked the host Toronto Maple Leafs 8-0. Zed also added an assist. Additionally Zednik's first goal was the game winner. He now has 22 points (13 goals, 9 assists) on 51 games. Zednik has 5 points (4 goals, 1 assist) over his last 2 and has 6 powerplay goals and 5 game winners on the season. It was Zednik's first 4 point night since April 21, 2002 when he scored 2 goals and 2 assists in a first round playoff matchup against the Boston Bruins while with the Montreal Canadiens. As well, it was the first hat trick for Zed since October 31, 2000 as a Washington Capital, a span of 466 games! Also getting involved was captain Olli Jokinen who notched a goal and an assist. O-Jok has 26 goals and 27 assists for 53 points on 55 games. Jokinen has 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) over the last 3 games.
* Defenseman Eric Brewer was credited with 2 assists, including one on the powerplay, as the St. Louis Blues were edged by the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning 5-4. Brewer now has 14 points (1 goal, 13 assists) on 47 games. He has recorded 4 of those helpers on the man advantage. He has been particularly productive recently with 3 assists over his last 2 competitions.
* Roberto Luongo cannot buy a win and Taylor Pyatt should not be taking SO attempts. O, the woes of the Canucks. Luongo and crew fell in the SO to the host Dallas Stars 3-2. The Vancouver goalie has been relatively unsuccessful as of late. Luongo stopped 32 of 34 between regulation and OT and 4 of 6 in the SO but it was not enough to stop his recent slide. He fell to 22-17-6 on the season. Luongo is 0-1-2 over his last 3 starts surrendering 9 goals over that time. Taylor Pyatt's attempt in the 6th round of the SO that would have extended the frame was stuffed by Dallas goalie Marty Turco. T-Py is currently 1 for 8 this season on SO attempts. In other words Pyatt is converting SO attempts at 12.5% rate.
* Adrian Aucoin had a powerplay assist as the Calgary Flames mounted a 3 goal comeback over the visiting Phoenix Coyotes to pull off a 4-3 SO win. Aucoin has 7 goals and 18 assists for 25 points on 49 games. He has recorded over half his points (13, 3 goals, 10 assists) on the powerplay.
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* Todd Bertuzzi assisted on the final goal as the Anaheim Ducks blanked the host Isles 3-0. Bert has 11 goals and 18 assists for 29 points on 43 games. He snapped a 4 game point-less streak with the helper. It was his first point against his original team since he recorded a hat trick against them January 14, 2006 while still playing with the Vancouver Canucks.
* Tom Poti scored the game tying goal with less than 7 minutes remaining in regulation then assisted on the game winner OT as the Washington Capitals pulled off a 4-3 come-from-behind win over the host Columbus Blue Jackets. The goal was Poti's first of the season. He now has 1 goal and 14 assists for 15 points on 45 games. It was his first multi-point game since November 23, 2006. He went 50 games without a goal including 5 playoff games from last season. Teammate Viktor Kozlov assisted on Washington's 2nd goal which briefly knotted the game in the second period. Kozzer has 10 goals and 26 assists for 36 points on 54 games. Jackets' center Michael Peca had an assist on his team's 2nd goal. Peca has a respectable 22 points (4 goals, 18 assists) on 40 games. He has shown marked improvement over last season's 35 game effort that was cut short by injury. Peca has battled off a couple of minor injuries to play in most of Columbus' games.
* Randy Robitaille assisted on Ottawa's second goal as the Senators fell to the host Montreal Canadiens 4-3. Robby has 8 goals and 13 assists for 21 points on 43 games.
* Richard Zednik had a trio of powerplay goals to notch an impressive hat trick as the Florida Panthers spanked and blanked the host Toronto Maple Leafs 8-0. Zed also added an assist. Additionally Zednik's first goal was the game winner. He now has 22 points (13 goals, 9 assists) on 51 games. Zednik has 5 points (4 goals, 1 assist) over his last 2 and has 6 powerplay goals and 5 game winners on the season. It was Zednik's first 4 point night since April 21, 2002 when he scored 2 goals and 2 assists in a first round playoff matchup against the Boston Bruins while with the Montreal Canadiens. As well, it was the first hat trick for Zed since October 31, 2000 as a Washington Capital, a span of 466 games! Also getting involved was captain Olli Jokinen who notched a goal and an assist. O-Jok has 26 goals and 27 assists for 53 points on 55 games. Jokinen has 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) over the last 3 games.
* Defenseman Eric Brewer was credited with 2 assists, including one on the powerplay, as the St. Louis Blues were edged by the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning 5-4. Brewer now has 14 points (1 goal, 13 assists) on 47 games. He has recorded 4 of those helpers on the man advantage. He has been particularly productive recently with 3 assists over his last 2 competitions.
* Roberto Luongo cannot buy a win and Taylor Pyatt should not be taking SO attempts. O, the woes of the Canucks. Luongo and crew fell in the SO to the host Dallas Stars 3-2. The Vancouver goalie has been relatively unsuccessful as of late. Luongo stopped 32 of 34 between regulation and OT and 4 of 6 in the SO but it was not enough to stop his recent slide. He fell to 22-17-6 on the season. Luongo is 0-1-2 over his last 3 starts surrendering 9 goals over that time. Taylor Pyatt's attempt in the 6th round of the SO that would have extended the frame was stuffed by Dallas goalie Marty Turco. T-Py is currently 1 for 8 this season on SO attempts. In other words Pyatt is converting SO attempts at 12.5% rate.
* Adrian Aucoin had a powerplay assist as the Calgary Flames mounted a 3 goal comeback over the visiting Phoenix Coyotes to pull off a 4-3 SO win. Aucoin has 7 goals and 18 assists for 25 points on 49 games. He has recorded over half his points (13, 3 goals, 10 assists) on the powerplay.
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Monday February 4
There were a meager 3 games on the schedule on Monday as the playoff push continues around the NHL. Former Islanders are helping their teams meet the mark. Let us take a look at their efforts:
* Defenseman Denis Grebeshkov had a powerplay assist on Edmonton's 4th goal as the Oilers blanked the visiting Calgary Flames 5-0. Grebeshkov has 7 points (1 goal, 6 assists) on 44 games. With the helper he snapped a 5 game point-less streak.
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* Defenseman Denis Grebeshkov had a powerplay assist on Edmonton's 4th goal as the Oilers blanked the visiting Calgary Flames 5-0. Grebeshkov has 7 points (1 goal, 6 assists) on 44 games. With the helper he snapped a 5 game point-less streak.
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Sunday February 3
Only 1 game was on the schedule on Sunday as the New York Rangers faced the Montreal Canadiens north of the border. Let us take a look at the lone Former Islander contribution:
* Martin Straka helped bookend the Rangers' 5 goal comeback as they beat the Habs 5-3. He had a powerplay assist on the Blueshirts' first goal and then capped the scoring with his own with 1:30 left in regulation. Straka has 10 goals and 12 assists for 22 points on 38 games this season. It is the 11th time on his career that he has notched double digit goals.
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* Martin Straka helped bookend the Rangers' 5 goal comeback as they beat the Habs 5-3. He had a powerplay assist on the Blueshirts' first goal and then capped the scoring with his own with 1:30 left in regulation. Straka has 10 goals and 12 assists for 22 points on 38 games this season. It is the 11th time on his career that he has notched double digit goals.
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On the Move: Dick Tarnstrom
Defenseman Dick Tarnstrom was traded from the Edmonton Oilers on Friday to the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for left wing Curtis Glencross. Tarnstrom, who opted to play in Europe following the 2005-06 season that saw the Oilers fall 1 win short of the Stanley Cup, played only 29 games this year with Edmonton. He had 1 goal and 4 assists for 5 points with a -6 rating, 40 penalty minutes and 1 powerplay assist.
On his career Tarnstrom has played 287 games to the tune of 33 goals, 98 assists, 131 points, a -81 rating, 242 penalty minutes, 76 powerplay points (19 goals, 57 assists) and 1 game winning goal. He has played for the Isles, Penguins and Oilers.
On his career Tarnstrom has played 287 games to the tune of 33 goals, 98 assists, 131 points, a -81 rating, 242 penalty minutes, 76 powerplay points (19 goals, 57 assists) and 1 game winning goal. He has played for the Isles, Penguins and Oilers.
Saturday February 2
It was a busy day around the NHL as 26 teams fought it out in 13 hotly contested competitions. Former Islanders are actively assisted their teams as 28 of 30 clubs are still in active contention for playoff spots. Even the 2 lowliest NHL teams have long shot chances of making it if they continue their recent strong play. Nobody is really out of it yet and FIs are helping to ensure they can push their teams into the mix. Let us look at their efforts from a hectic Saturday:
* Jason Blake had a powerplay assist and the insurance goal as the Toronto Maple Leafs managed a rare 4-2 home win over the visiting Ottawa Senators. Blake has 34 points (11 goals, 23 assists) on 54 games this season. He has only 5 points (1 goal, 4 assists) on the man advantage. This is especially paltry considering he notched a career high 14 goals last season with the Isles. Sens' center Randy Robitaille assisted on both of his team's goals. Robitaille has 20 points (8 goals, 12 assists) on 42 games.
* Goalie Chris Osgood stopped 22 of 23 shots as the Detroit Red Wings beat the host Boston Bruins 3-1. Osgood improved to 22-3-2 with the win and has an impressive .927 save percentage and a paltry 1.84 goals against average.
* Three separate FIs got involved in the scoring as the Florida Panthers beat the struggling host Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2. Zednik snapped a 16 game point-less streak and a 20 game goal-less streak with his game winning tally with 1:05 remaining in regulation. Prone to on-and-off play this streak of offensive ineffectiveness was especially tough on Zed. He now has 10 goals and 8 assists for 18 points on 50 games. It was the 4th game winner of the season for Zednik. Olli Jokinen's powerplay goal less than 5 minutes earlier had knotted the score at 2. O-Jok has 25 goals and 26 assists for 51 points on 54 games. He has scored 23 of his season points (12 goals, 11 assists) on the man advantage. It is the 5th consecutive season the Jokinen has scored 25+ goals. Defenseman Brad Lukowich assisted on Tampa's first goal. Luko has 7 points (1 goal, 6 assists) on 51 games. He has notched 3 assists on the last 5 games.
* Eric Brewer assisted on St. Louis' 4th goal as the Blues fell to the visiting Colorado Avalanche 6-4. Brewer snapped a 6 game point-less streak and now has 11 points (1 goal, 10 assists) on 46 games.
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* Jason Blake had a powerplay assist and the insurance goal as the Toronto Maple Leafs managed a rare 4-2 home win over the visiting Ottawa Senators. Blake has 34 points (11 goals, 23 assists) on 54 games this season. He has only 5 points (1 goal, 4 assists) on the man advantage. This is especially paltry considering he notched a career high 14 goals last season with the Isles. Sens' center Randy Robitaille assisted on both of his team's goals. Robitaille has 20 points (8 goals, 12 assists) on 42 games.
* Goalie Chris Osgood stopped 22 of 23 shots as the Detroit Red Wings beat the host Boston Bruins 3-1. Osgood improved to 22-3-2 with the win and has an impressive .927 save percentage and a paltry 1.84 goals against average.
* Three separate FIs got involved in the scoring as the Florida Panthers beat the struggling host Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2. Zednik snapped a 16 game point-less streak and a 20 game goal-less streak with his game winning tally with 1:05 remaining in regulation. Prone to on-and-off play this streak of offensive ineffectiveness was especially tough on Zed. He now has 10 goals and 8 assists for 18 points on 50 games. It was the 4th game winner of the season for Zednik. Olli Jokinen's powerplay goal less than 5 minutes earlier had knotted the score at 2. O-Jok has 25 goals and 26 assists for 51 points on 54 games. He has scored 23 of his season points (12 goals, 11 assists) on the man advantage. It is the 5th consecutive season the Jokinen has scored 25+ goals. Defenseman Brad Lukowich assisted on Tampa's first goal. Luko has 7 points (1 goal, 6 assists) on 51 games. He has notched 3 assists on the last 5 games.
* Eric Brewer assisted on St. Louis' 4th goal as the Blues fell to the visiting Colorado Avalanche 6-4. Brewer snapped a 6 game point-less streak and now has 11 points (1 goal, 10 assists) on 46 games.
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Friday February 1
There were 6 games on tap on Friday night around the league. Former Islanders are lending their support however they can. Here is a quick recap of the FI efforts from the opening day of February:
* Olli Jokinen had a powerplay assist for the Florida Panthers as they edged the visiting Vancouver Canucks 4-3 in SO. Jokinen has 50 points (24 goals, 26 assists) on 53 games this season. He has 22 points (11 goals, 11 assists) on the man advantage. It is the 5th time (all consecutive) that O-Jok has notched 50+ points on a season. Canucks' forward Taylor Pyatt missed his attempt in the first round of the SO. Roberto Luongo stopped 40 of 43 shots but only 1 of 2 in the SO. He fell to 22-17-5 on the year with a .924 save percentage and a rapidly bloating 2.16 goals against average.
* Todd Bertuzzi missed his attempt in the second round of the SO as the struggling Anaheim Ducks fell 1-0 to the host St. Louis Blues.
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* Olli Jokinen had a powerplay assist for the Florida Panthers as they edged the visiting Vancouver Canucks 4-3 in SO. Jokinen has 50 points (24 goals, 26 assists) on 53 games this season. He has 22 points (11 goals, 11 assists) on the man advantage. It is the 5th time (all consecutive) that O-Jok has notched 50+ points on a season. Canucks' forward Taylor Pyatt missed his attempt in the first round of the SO. Roberto Luongo stopped 40 of 43 shots but only 1 of 2 in the SO. He fell to 22-17-5 on the year with a .924 save percentage and a rapidly bloating 2.16 goals against average.
* Todd Bertuzzi missed his attempt in the second round of the SO as the struggling Anaheim Ducks fell 1-0 to the host St. Louis Blues.
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Sunday, February 3, 2008
Thursday January 31
Fourteen teams faced off in 7 tilts around the NHL. Former Islanders are there helping their respective teams as the charge to the playoffs continues. Here is a peek at the FI contributions from Thursday night:
* Derek Armstrong assisted on the empty netter as the Los Angeles Kings downed the host Isles 3-1. Armstrong has 23 points (6 goals, 17 assists) on 53 games this season.
* Viktor Kozlov had another big night notching 3 points (1 goal, 2 assists) as the Washington Capitals overcame a Montreal Canadiens' comeback for a 5-4 OT home win. Kozzer has turned it on as of late and now has 35 points (10 goals, 25 assists) on 52 games. Over the last 6 games he has been on a tear with 6 goals and 3 assists for 9 points. He has been an integral part of the Caps' recent revival and is again playing on the Alex Ovechkin line.
* Rangers' backup goalie Stephen Valiquette recorded his first career shutout stopping all 20 shots he faced as New York blanked the host Philadelphia Flyers 4-0. Valiquette improved to 3-3-1 on the season with a .907 save percentage and a 2.37 goals against average.
* Taylor Pyatt had a goal and an assist but the Canucks fell just short as the host Tampa Bay Lightning beat Vancouver 4-3. Pyatt has 28 points (13 goals, 15 assists) on 52 games. Roberto Luongo took the loss while stopping 23 of 27 shots. With the loss Luongo fell to 22-17-4 on the season.
* Michael Peca had a powerplay assist for the Blue Jackets but the Nashville Predators dominated most of the action as they downed visiting Columbus 4-2. Peca has 4 goals and 17 assists for 21 points on 38 games. He has notched 9 of those points (1 goal, 8 assists) on the powerplay.
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* Derek Armstrong assisted on the empty netter as the Los Angeles Kings downed the host Isles 3-1. Armstrong has 23 points (6 goals, 17 assists) on 53 games this season.
* Viktor Kozlov had another big night notching 3 points (1 goal, 2 assists) as the Washington Capitals overcame a Montreal Canadiens' comeback for a 5-4 OT home win. Kozzer has turned it on as of late and now has 35 points (10 goals, 25 assists) on 52 games. Over the last 6 games he has been on a tear with 6 goals and 3 assists for 9 points. He has been an integral part of the Caps' recent revival and is again playing on the Alex Ovechkin line.
* Rangers' backup goalie Stephen Valiquette recorded his first career shutout stopping all 20 shots he faced as New York blanked the host Philadelphia Flyers 4-0. Valiquette improved to 3-3-1 on the season with a .907 save percentage and a 2.37 goals against average.
* Taylor Pyatt had a goal and an assist but the Canucks fell just short as the host Tampa Bay Lightning beat Vancouver 4-3. Pyatt has 28 points (13 goals, 15 assists) on 52 games. Roberto Luongo took the loss while stopping 23 of 27 shots. With the loss Luongo fell to 22-17-4 on the season.
* Michael Peca had a powerplay assist for the Blue Jackets but the Nashville Predators dominated most of the action as they downed visiting Columbus 4-2. Peca has 4 goals and 17 assists for 21 points on 38 games. He has notched 9 of those points (1 goal, 8 assists) on the powerplay.
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Saturday, February 2, 2008
Wednesday January 30
A moderately slow night on Wednesday as 6 teams face off in 12 tilts as we charge towards the playoffs. Former Islanders are lending help where they can. Let us take a look at the FI efforts:
* Mark Parrish assisted on the game winner as the Minnesota Wild downed the visiting Anaheim Ducks 5-1. Parrish has 24 points (13 goals, 11 assists) on 45 games. Ducks' defenseman Mathieu Schneider assisted on Anaheim's lone goal. Schneids has 6 goals and 18 assists for 24 points on 39 games.
* Chris Osgood stopped 32 of 34 shots to record yet another win as the Detroit Red Wings edged the visiting Phoenix Coyotes 3-2. Ozzie improved to a stellar 21-3-2 on the season.
* D-man Brent Sopel assisted on the final goal as the Chicago Blackhawks fell to the host Colorado Avalanche 6-3. Sopel has 14 points (1 goal, 13 assists) on 41 games.
* Adrian Aucoin had a powerplay assist on Calgary's 3rd goal as the Flames survived a late Sharks' comeback for a 5-4 win over visiting San Jose. Aucoin has 7 goals and 17 assists for 24 points on 46 games. He has 12 points (3 goals, 9 assists) on the man advantage.
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* Mark Parrish assisted on the game winner as the Minnesota Wild downed the visiting Anaheim Ducks 5-1. Parrish has 24 points (13 goals, 11 assists) on 45 games. Ducks' defenseman Mathieu Schneider assisted on Anaheim's lone goal. Schneids has 6 goals and 18 assists for 24 points on 39 games.
* Chris Osgood stopped 32 of 34 shots to record yet another win as the Detroit Red Wings edged the visiting Phoenix Coyotes 3-2. Ozzie improved to a stellar 21-3-2 on the season.
* D-man Brent Sopel assisted on the final goal as the Chicago Blackhawks fell to the host Colorado Avalanche 6-3. Sopel has 14 points (1 goal, 13 assists) on 41 games.
* Adrian Aucoin had a powerplay assist on Calgary's 3rd goal as the Flames survived a late Sharks' comeback for a 5-4 win over visiting San Jose. Aucoin has 7 goals and 17 assists for 24 points on 46 games. He has 12 points (3 goals, 9 assists) on the man advantage.
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