• NBC Sports

    The Coyotes are keeping Crouse, too

    Lawson Crouse been told he’ll be staying with the Arizona Coyotes. As for Crouse, he only has one goal in eight games, but his ice time has been steadily increasing. If the Coyotes’ decision on Crouse is a disappointment for anyone, it’s the OHL teams who were reportedly willing to acquire him from the struggling Kingston Frontenacs.

  • Video: McDavid’s speed takes over early vs. Pens
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    Video: McDavid’s speed takes over early vs. Pens

    Just like virtually everyone else, Sidney Crosby notes that Connor McDavid‘s speed stands out among his many, many impressive qualities. It didn’t take long for McDavid to show what he can do in Tuesday’s intriguing matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburgh Penguins. Through the first 20 minutes, McDavid easily made up for an early mistake by racking up two assists thanks to his speed and the sort of transition game that can allow for. Both of his linemates (Jordan Eberle and Patrick Maroon) have a goal and an assist apiece as they’ve really shown a knack for working well with No. 97. The most exhilarating of the two goals – Maroon’s tally – can be seen in the video above. His speed

  • SNY

    Rangers execution lacking in loss to Vancouver

    Alain Vigneault said after the game last night that the Rangers "execution was non-existent" and referenced multiple times that they couldn't make a 10 ft pass. He said that the Rangers weren't able to play fast and "didn't deserve to win tonight and it's that simple." Vigneault said that he didn't have any players bring even their "C" game and couldn't generate much after shuffling the lines. Ryan McDonagh said that the Rangers "certainly" were not as sharp executing with their passes or making plays and added that the Canucks were very good about taking away their speed and room. (Rangers Game Notes) Rick Nash said that the Rangers didn't get out of their zone well enough and that the Canucks