Jake Chernok and Clayton Dyer- For every conference semi-final matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, two Stoop Sports writers will break down both team’s offense, defense, and special teams plus give predictions. First up, Jake Chernok and Clayton Dyer will break down the matchup between two California teams, the San Jose Sharks and the defending … Continue reading »
Clayton Dyer- The Stanley Cup Playoffs are, for the most part, defined by tight, defensive, low-scoring games. Barring overpowering mismatches in talent (looking at you, Chicago and Pittsburgh), most games will be decided by one or two goals. After all, the mantra “defense wins championships” almost always holds true in the NHL. Where one goal … Continue reading »
Clayton Dyer- The NHL trade deadline looked to be fairly uneventful in the early hours of April 3rd. However, by the time the clock struck 3 o’clock, 17 trades had been made, 30 players swapped sweaters, and 14 draft picks changed hands. The list of players dealt include a former 40-goal scorer, a captain, several … Continue reading »
Clayton Dyer Simon Gagne is not the player that he used to be. He’s not the player that totaled 48 points in his rookie season. He’s not the player that scored 47 goals in 2005-06. He’s not even the player that scored 40 points with the Tampa Bay Lightning just two years ago. Philadelphia fans know … Continue reading »
Clayton Dyer- If you’ve ever been to a hockey game you’ll be familiar with this scene: Out of the corner of your eye you catch two players jawing at each other for longer than normal. Maybe they grapple with each other a bit. Before you know it, gloves are airborne and the crowd rises to … Continue reading »
