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December 28, 2016 by Matt

Marc-Andre Fleury Has a Save of the Year Contender

The number of days left in 2016 may be limited, but that didn’t stop Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Marc-Andre Fleury from offering a late entry for save of the year. After an Adam Henrique shot was deflected and sent flying over Fleury’s head, he quickly got up, spun around, and made an incredible diving effort to…

December 21, 2016 by Matt

Jimmy Howard Injured and “Out For a While”

It was a rough outing for Jimmy Howard last night as he was injured during the second period of the Detroit Red Wings game versus the Tampa Bay Lightning. Howard was hurt after making an initial save on Tampa Bay’s Eric Condra. Condra hovered near the goal and Red Wings defenseman Nick Jensen, who was…

December 20, 2016 by Matt

Bauer Vapor 1X Blocker

New for 2017, Bauer will be introducing the Bauer Vapor 1X blocker as part of their new Vapor line of goalie gear. The all new Bauer Vapor 1X blocker features an AX Suede Quattro Pro palm with air mesh gussets. This palm is designed to provide an incredibly soft feel while outperforming other palms in…

December 14, 2016 by Matt

Bauer Vapor 1X Catch Glove

As part of Bauer Hockey’s all new goalie gear line coming out next Spring, they are also introducing the premier level Bauer Vapor 1X catch glove. The all new Bauer Vapor 1X catcher is designed as a top of the line, pro-level piece of equipment. It features a 60-degree break angle and a one-piece cuff. There…

December 7, 2016 by Matt

Bauer Vapor 1X Goalie Stick

Along with the new goal pads and goalie skates, Bauer Hockey is set to introduce the all new Bauer Vapor 1X goalie stick next spring. The all new Bauer Vapor 1X goalie stick features a composite shaft handle with carbon weave reinforcement. A control zone is introduced in the shoulder which features Griptac in order…

December 5, 2016 by Matt

Maple Leafs Place Jhonas Enroth on Waivers

Jhonas Enroth has seen his time playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs expire today as the club placed him on waivers. Enroth was added to the Maple Leafs roster as a free agent this past summer in hopes that he could serve as a respectable backup to Frederik Andersen. Unfortunately, a string of poor performances has…