There is still a lot of hockey left to play in the 2015-16 NHL season, but early indications are that the Pittsburgh Penguins and the league in general are scoring less often than they have in years past. This certainly explains why prominent players like Sidney Crosby are struggling to score, although it does not completely excuse their performances. Goals: Goal scoring in the NHL has been fairly consistent for the past four seasons, averaging 2.73 goals per game. In 2011-12 the league ... Read More
The Top 10 Playmakers in NHL History
Just to distract people from the fact that there is a lockout, NHL.com released their take on the top 10 playmakers in NHL history. Unlike on the NFL Network (where they release so many top 10 lists that a “Top 10 Stadium Vendors” list probably isn’t far away), the NHL usually does a good job with these kinds of things. But as per any list like this, arguments can be made many ways. So here is the NHL’s top ten playmakers list, with my take on each. 10. Henrik Sedin I don’t think the name ... Read More