Blittner’s Blue Line: Former GM and Former ESPN Exec. Start A Podcast

Hockeyology

by Matthew Blittner - January 30, 2024January 30, 20240

Welcome to The World of Podcasting! Or, more specifically, welcome to Neil Smith’s and Vic Morren’s new podcast, The NHL Wraparound. That’s right, former NY Rangers Stanley Cup-winning GM Neil Smith and former ESPN Production Executive Vic Morren have joined forces to create a brand new hockey podcast. If you’re wondering

Wayne Gretzky and Connor McDavid Star in Newest BetMGM Television Spot

Hockeyology

by Russ_Cohen - October 7, 2022October 7, 20220

JERSEY CITY, NJ (October 7, 2022) –BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, premiered its newest commercial campaign spot today bringing together two of hockey’s iconic captains – Wayne Gretzky and Connor McDavid. The content debuted in advance of next week’s start of the National Hockey League (NHL®) season. The tongue-in-cheek

New Hockey Video Game is First Ever Feature Licenses from Multiple Sports Leagues (including NHL)

by Sportsologist - March 9, 20200

Apple revealed “Ultimate Rivals” from Bit Fry Game Studios, Inc., a new sports game franchise that brings together athletes across hockey, basketball, football, baseball and soccer into a single officially licensed video game, a first in sports and gaming. In “Ultimate Rivals: The Rink,” the first title in the franchise,

A Trio of Book Reviews

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by Russ_Cohen - April 30, 20190

Hockey Addict’s Guide: Toronto I love the opening picture of Greenwood Park Rink. It’s a very cool shot. The Coca-Cola Coliseum and Wayne Gretzky’s are staples. Both worthy of a visit. This book lists record stores, the Hockey Hall of Fame and some great local rinks and eateries. Toronto can be a

The Ultimate Russ Cohen Resource Center

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by Russ_Cohen - January 17, 20170

For those of you who ask me where to buy my book? Here are the titles and where you can get them. 100 Ranger Greats - This is currently out of print. But you can find it. Barnes and Noble has a great out of print section as well. http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/100-ranger-greats-russ-cohen/1103240578 Philadelphia Flyers - Images

Teemu Welcomes Us All to the Littlest Big City: 2016 Heritage Classic Preview

Hockeyology

by Jonathan West - October 22, 2016October 23, 20160

For the first time in five years I’m back in the Great White North for the NHL Heritage Classic, visiting my fifth province in Manitoba from Chicago- a place that widely celebrates the Fifth Province. There’s definitely more Irish heritage in the city along Lake Michigan, but I’ve had quite

Celebrating the 1996 World Cup of Hockey

Hockeyology

by Russ_Cohen - August 11, 2016July 29, 20180

If you’re a Canadian you may want to click off the article. This Fall the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame will be inducting the 1996 World Cup of Hockey team. Other than the “Miracle on Ice” team they’re the next most important team in USA Hockey history in my estimation.

Book Review: Hockey’s Greatest Photos

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by Russ_Cohen - April 30, 20160

The Hockey News has always used some fantastic photos over the years. Many of them have been provided by Bruce Bennett. The 250 photos used in this book are fantastic. Some are high tech shots and some are just shots with great action and composition. Juniper Publishing has hit a

Ten Questions With Bret Hart

Wrestleology

by Russ_Cohen - April 29, 20160

Bret Hart needs no introduction. He was nice enough to take time out of his day to answer some questions. This interview dates back to August of 2000. 1) Russ: Since you grew up in Calgary did you have aspirations of becoming an NHL player? Bret: Sort of, In a fantasy kind