Rittich signs 1-year, $1 million contract with Kings

David Rittich signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday. The 31-year-old goaltender was 13-6-3 and set NHL career bests in goals-against average (2.15), save percentage (.921) and shutouts (three) in 24 games (22 starts) … Continue reading

Hendricks named new GM of Iowa Wild

The Minnesota Wild have named Matt Hendricks general manager of their American Hockey League affiliate, the Iowa Wild. Hendricks succeeds Michael Murray, who along with Mat Sells and Chris Kelleher has been named an assistant GM for the NHL club. … Continue reading

Oilers even series with Canucks at 2-2, with Game 4 win

In Edmonton, Evan Bouchard scored with 39 seconds left in regulation to give the Oilers a 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night. The win evened the Stanley Cup Playoffs second round series  at 2-2. “I’m disappointed,” Vancouver … Continue reading

Dallas foes home with 3-1 series lead after 5-1 win in Denver

In Denver, four different skaters hot for goals for the Dallas Stars in a 5-1 win over the Avalanche on Monday night.  The win gives the Stars a -1 series lead headed home for Game 6. “It’s good, but we … Continue reading