Well, this is a shocker to me. Out of nowhere, and with the two parties tens of millions of dollars apart on several key issues as of the last update … word just came out that they’ve suddenly agreed to a deal. We’ll do a more in-depth analysis of the terms later on … i wanted to get something out there today though to remind you that a) yes i’m still here b) yes I … [Read more...] about Its Over! New CBA agreed upon
Archives for March 2022
New CBA Analysis
After “losing” the last two CBA negotiations, the player’s union was in a tough spot. They’ve already let the proverbial camel’s nose into the tent (with respect to the salary cap), and they knew they couldn’t completely get rid of it, so they leveraged what they could to get what they could. Here’s some of the key parameters and thresholds the two sides agreed upon on … [Read more...] about New CBA Analysis
Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom are polar opposites. Together, they thrived.
Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom, the twin pillars of hockey in the District, played their 1,000th game together on Tuesday in Calgary. … [Read more...] about Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom are polar opposites. Together, they thrived.
Capitals battle hard but fall in overtime to Oilers
The Washington Capitals played hard and played well but just couldn’t score the dagger in overtime as they fell 4-3 to the Edmonton Oilers. The first period was scoreless as Ilya Samsonov was tested early. He stopped all 20 shots he faced while the Caps only put up nine shots. Credit to Sammy for keeping […] Capitals battle hard but fall in overtime to Oilers - Stars and Sticks … [Read more...] about Capitals battle hard but fall in overtime to Oilers
Why Commanders should sign Bobby Wagner after Seahawks release
It’s no secret that the Washington Commanders are in dire need of an upgrade at middle linebacker going forward. Their 2021 linebacker room was a dud for the bulk of the season just a few months ago. With Jamin Davis seemingly staying put at WILL LB (like I said he would on draft night) he would […] Why Commanders should sign Bobby Wagner after Seahawks release - Riggo's Rag - … [Read more...] about Why Commanders should sign Bobby Wagner after Seahawks release