Previewing The Locals

A Violent Streak


Violence in hockey. It is a major topic of conversation in pro and amateur hockey circles this season and if you want to keep up on the dialogue, you should be reading the Toronto Star on a daily basis.

Should The Rangers Deal Their King


The Rangers are in the midst of a small crisis and missing their #1 and #2 pivots are an issue for any team. The biggest issue I think facing the Rangers is their goaltending.

A Buzz On Long Island


It isn’t exactly the Drive for Five that was the theme of the 1984 playoffs but it is exciting for Islanders fans. Be honest, when was the last time the Islanders were this relevant this early in the season?

Remembering The Big Whistle


No one will ever confuse Bill Chadwick with John Davidson when it comes to who was the best analyst ever on Rangers telecasts. JD raised the bar in that area that hasn't been met yet anywhere.

Strong Island Hockey


I coached Billy Vesce as a junior hockey player for four years. Three were with the New York Bobcats and one with the New York Apple Core.
Devils Blog Beat
Rich Chere - Devils Hockey with The Star Ledger
NY Times - Slap Shot
Rangers Blog Beat
Michael Obernauer - The Blueshirts Blog
NY Post - The Blue Seats
NY Times - Slap Shot
Rick Carpiniello & Josh Thomson - Rangers Report
Brian Monzo - SNY Rangers Blog
Islanders Blog Beat
Greg Logan - On the Islanders Beat