Montreal Canadiens

http://gty.im/623594428 This NHL season has been action packed. Second year Edmonton Oilers forward, Connor McDavid, looks like an absolute stud, seemingly creating a breakaway opportunity out of thin air. Rookies like Patrik Laine and Auston Matthews have seemingly transitioned to the big leagues without a problem. The NHL is as star studded as…

Embed from Getty Images It was on Sunday afternoon that the New York Islanders exited the Stanley Cup playoffs after a poor performance in the second round against the Tampa Bay Lightning. On the bright side, the Islanders had an impressive season with a 45-27-10 record in the regular season. They finished fourth in the Metropolitan Division…

5. Wayne Simmonds, Philadelphia Flyers https://twitter.com/NHLPA/status/637002093182746624 Wayne Simmonds came from a disadvantaged background. Growing up with four brothers and one sister, his parents put a lot on the line to get him through junior hockey and eventually to the National Hockey League. His family had excellent support from…

http://gty.im/476389760 Sparks Ignited Just six months ago, the Tampa Bay Lightning looked unstoppable. They fought their way into the Stanley Cup Final and battled valiantly against a veteran Chicago Blackhawks squad though the Cup ultimately stayed in Chicago as the Bolts lost in game six. For many, there was no doubt that the young Lightning…