NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – September 29, 2022
A look at some notable news from Wednesday’s preseason games, the Czechia government will allow Russian players on the Sharks and Predators into the country, and more in today’s NHL Morning Coffee Headlines.
NHL.COM: New Calgary Flames Jonathan Huberdeau, Nazem Kadri and MacKenzie Weegar each had points in a 4-0 blanking of the Edmonton Oilers in preseason competition.
Anaheim Ducks forward Trevor Zegras (NHL Images).
Anaheim Ducks young star Trevor Zegras suffered an upper-body injury in a 3-1 preseason win over the Arizona Coyotes. The 21-year-old sophomore center was hit by Coyotes forward Jan Jenik during the second period. New Ducks defenseman John Klingberg also left the game but head coach Dallas Eakin said it wasn’t injury-related.
SPECTOR’S NOTE: No update on Zegras’ condition following the game. Hopefully, there will be more details today.
Matt Murray turned in a 16-save shutout for the Toronto Maple Leafs as they blanked the Montreal Canadiens 3-0. It was a costly win for the Leafs as defensemen Jordie Benn and Carl Dahlstrom left the game with injuries. In a pre-game ceremony, the Leafs and Canadiens honored members of the 1972 Team Canada squad on the 50th anniversary of its thrilling Summit Series win over the Soviet Union.
Goaltender Alexandar Georgiev gave up six goals on 18 shots as the Colorado Avalanche were thumped by the Vegas Golden Knights 7-1. Georgiev was acquired by the Avs during the offseason.
Washington Capitals forward Dylan Strome scored twice in a 3-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. Strome signed with the Capitals as a free agent this summer.
THE ATHLETIC’s Aaron Portzline tweeted that Columbus Blue Jackets center Cole Sillinger skated yesterday in a no-contact jersey during practice. It’s his first time on the ice since suffering an upper-body injury on the first day of training camp.
BOSTON HOCKEY NOW: Jack Studnicka faces a now-or-never scenario to become a Bruins’ regular. Chosen by the Bruins in the second round of the 2017 draft, the 23-year-old center has spent the past three seasons bouncing between the big club and their AHL affiliate in Providence.
SAN JOSE HOCKEY NOW: The government of Czechia will allow the Sharks and Nashville Predators to bring their Russian players to Prague to participate in the two-game NHL Global Series on Oct. 7 and 8. Czechia has banned Russian athletics in a show of solidarity with Ukraine. The players will be allowed to participate on short-term visas.
EDMONTON JOURNAL: Before going on to a career in hockey, Oilers head coach Jay Woodcroft was a child actor who appeared in the Canadian TV show The Littlest Hobo and had a bit part in the movie Separate Vacations.
SPECTOR’S NOTE: Woodcroft was also named the NHL’s most handsome coach. Perhaps Hollywood or a career as a male model beckons if this coaching gig doesn’t pan out…
I do not believe Studnicka will make the cut again this year his best hope is getting claimed via waivers by some other team not named bruins. Even that would be 50-50 bet
Most handsome coach? Lalonde was 3rd on that list, LOL
Studnicka in the game Tuesday, was easily the best player on the ice. But that is one game AJ Greer also had a good game but he’s been given more than a couple of chances with other clubs so not too optimistic about AJ I agree with you Lyle it’s Jack’s last kick at the can, Tuesday was the exception to the rule, he has to be more consistent. I just wish they would place Foligno on the pine permanently he should not be on the ice. Sweeney get busy do something.
Lyle, glad you are back and that you and the family are OK. Wishing all the best for all of you!
Nice to see you Lyle. glad the family is well and we are back to morning coffee with you
Lyle glad to hear everything is good, except thr power.
I have family and friends still without power, some with trees down but no stuctural damage.
Some folks in Port Aux Basques not so lucky. One such gentleman lost everything and the same day when his insurance company told him he wasnt covered, they withdrew his monthly premium payment.
Donate if you can
Also prayers and well wishes for folks affected by Ian.
The hit on Zegras looked clean; however, reading the comments fans are upset that this hit took place in a preseason game.
I know things are still dicey for folks in your region, Lyle, but it’s great having you back.
Thanks.