How the Olympics Will Impact Hockey This Season
September 28, 2009 by Jeanne Dupuis
Filed under NHL, News
With the rest of the world gearing up for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games, it’s hard not to think about which NHL players will be representing their countries at the Olympics.
The 2009-2010 hockey season will come to a standstill for 14 days this February and, while the impact of the change in schedule is obvious, there’s more to how the Games will affect the upcoming NHL year.
Throughout the season, we’ll be hearing more about which players have been chosen for a coveted spot on that Olympic roster. It’s the opportunity of a lifetime and it may not happen again – …read more
Mats Sundin Opts Out of 2010 Olympics
June 22, 2009 by Jeanne Dupuis
Filed under NHL, News, Players
Mats Sundin has made a very mature decision – he will not be on Sweden’s roster at the upcoming 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. The veteran center is, clearly, a great hockey player but I think he realizes that his country stands a better chance with him cheering from the sidelines.
At 38 years old, Sundin has seen better days and he has made it clear that his decision on the matter is final: "There will be no Olympics in Vancouver for me next year. I will not change my mind. I think it’s time that the next generation takes over. …read more
