Goalie Gear Nation

May 13, 2016 by Matt

Pekka Rinne Breaks Stick in Angry Outburst

In case you missed it, the San Jose Sharks absolutely destroyed the Nashville Predators in game 7 of their second round series. From the onset of the game, the Sharks had the upper hand and did exactly what they needed to for a game 7 win. Two first period goals gave them the early advantage,…

May 11, 2016 by Matt

2016 Goalie Gear Bracket Challenge

In case you missed it, The Goalie Guild and Vaughn Custom Sports have teamed up to present the 2016 Goalie Gear Bracket Challenge. The Goalie Gear Bracket Challenge is a bracket tournament much like the NCAA’s March Madness, except in this case it features 16 goalie gear templates from the 2015-16 season. The gear designs…

April 22, 2016 by Matt

CCM Tacks Goalie Skates

In 2016, CCM will add on to their new line the all new CCM Tacks goalie skates. The all new CCM Tacks goalie skates have been designed from the ground up to meet a goaltenders needs. They’re firmly constructed to help generate power and strong T-pushes. They also allow you to get lower into your…

April 19, 2016 by Matt

Jonas Hiller Returns to Switzerland

Jonas Hiller has wasted no time in planning out his future. As we first reported last week, the Calgary Flames decided against re-signing goaltender Jonas Hiller to a contract extension. Hiller was going to become a free agent on July 1st, but instead has taken matters into his own hands and will be leaving the…

April 14, 2016 by Matt

Russia Taps Blue Jackets and Avalanche Goalies for World Championships

With the 2016 IIHF World Championships right around the corner, it’s time for each nation to summon their best available players to fill out rosters. Best available players seems to be the catch though. With the NHL playoffs just getting underway, many of the world’s most skilled players are still in the midst of competition….

April 14, 2016 by Matt

Lundqvist Injured in Playoff Opener

A freak accident will leave New York Rangers goaltender day-to-day for their important series against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Late in the 1st period last night, in the first matchup of the series, Henrik Lundqvist was at the top of his crease to cut down the angle on a shot from the point. His defenseman, Marc…

April 12, 2016 by Matt

Jonas Hiller Done in Calgary After Disastrous Season

Jonas Hiller has played his last game for the Calgary Flames, and much like his entire season, it was not one to remember. Calgary Flames GM Brad Treliving passed the news on to Hiller, informing him that he will not be back with the club, and instead will become a free agent this summer. March 30th was…

April 12, 2016 by Matt

Brian’s Sub Zero 3 Pro Chest and Arm Protector

This spring, Brian’s Custom Sports will launch the all new Brian’s Sub Zero 3 Pro Chest and Arm Protector. The new Sub Zero 3 Pro Chest and Arm protector has been enhanced in several ways. We’re still awaiting word on the key improvements, but with the Sub Zero 3 Pro Chest and Arm protector being designed for…

April 11, 2016 by Matt

Richard Bachman Behind the Back Glove Save

Richard Bachman would not be outdone by goalies in the Canucks system this season, and put together an incredible highlight reel save of his own this past weekend. Similar to Markstrom, Bachman’s save came in the last game of the season for the Canucks AHL affiliate Utica Comets. As the St. John’s Ice Caps mounted a…

April 11, 2016 by Matt

Jacob Markstrom Makes Stellar Glove Save in Final Game of the Season

This isn’t really the way Jacob Markstrom saw his season going, finishing with a 13-14-4 record, along with no shutouts and a 2.73 goals against average. Despite the bad season, Markstrom found a way to end it on a high note. Early in the second period, with Vancouver leading the Edmonton Oilers 1-0, Markstrom found…