5 – Number of days remaining until the start of the Washington Capitals’ 50th season. But it’s also… …the number of players who have suited up for at least 100 playoff games with the Capitals over the years. Three of those five are currently active(ish), with Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom, and John Carlson all crossing the century line in playoff games. Here’s the full … [Read more...] about The Noon Number: Postseason Presence
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Training Camp Cuts: 10/5/24
With the preseason winding up this weekend, final roster cuts will be made across the NHL over the next couple of days. We’ll keep tabs on today’s cut-downs here. Last Updated: 4:45 PM Anaheim Ducks (per team announcement) F Jansen Harkins (to AHL San Diego after clearing waivers) Columbus Blue Jackets (per team announcement) D Cole Clayton (to AHL Cleveland) F Luca Del Bel … [Read more...] about Training Camp Cuts: 10/5/24
Blackhawks send F Frank Nazar and D Kevin Korchinski to the minors
The 20-year-old Nazar was selected by Chicago in the first round of the 2022 draft. … [Read more...] about Blackhawks send F Frank Nazar and D Kevin Korchinski to the minors
Russia strikes Ukraine with drones and missiles
Russian forces attacked Ukraine overnight with 87 Shahed drones and four different types of missiles, officials said Sunday. … [Read more...] about Russia strikes Ukraine with drones and missiles
Secret Service agents reveal intelligence-sharing failures ahead of fateful July 13 Butler rally
Most Secret Service agents involved in advance security planning for former President Donald Trump's July 13 rally were not informed about a recent assassination threat against him from Iran, the agents told Senate investigators. … [Read more...] about Secret Service agents reveal intelligence-sharing failures ahead of fateful July 13 Butler rally