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More NHL: | | | | | A few days after shipping Jarome Iginla to Pittsburgh, the made another move on Monday by trading defenseman to the .In return for Bouwmeester the Flames will get St. Louis' first-round pick in the upcoming draft, defenseman and goalie Reto Berra. If the Blues don't make the playoffs this season then the Flames will get a fourth-round pick in this draft and the first-rounder will be deferred to the following draft.With that, it's definitely open season on the Flames roster.Unle s you really value that first-round pick -- which will probably be middle of the road or worse -- it's not a Jarrett Culver Jersey particularly great return for Calgary. Flames GM Jay Feaster had said he wanted to get a good return that involved NHL-ready players if he moved Bouwmeester, but neither Cundari nor Berra would appear to fit that mold, at least not as elite prospects. Cundari, 22, is a rather small defenseman at 5-10. He went undrafted out of the OHL and signed with the Blues. This season for the Peoria Rivermen in the AHL he has seven goals, 18 a sists in 56 games while racking up 80 penalty minutes.Standing 6-4, Berra fits the mold of big goalies, but the Swi s native is 27 now and still hasn't made it over to North America since the Blues drafted him back in 2006. He is playing for Biel in the Swi s League, having played in 49 games this season and posting pedestrian numbers with a 3.01 goals against average and .906 save percentage.It seems like a light return for Bouwmeester from Calgary's perspective, but at this point they needed to move on and got what they could, both for Iginla and for Bouwmeester. Bouwmeester's name had been mentioned in the past as a po sible trade target and connected with the Blues as well as the Red Wings, but one problem was that Bouwmeester had to sign off on any deal. With him in his fourth season with the Flames and Calgary headed once again for an early offseason, he obviously gave his consent.It was thought there was some trepidation about acquiring Bouwmeester because he carries a pretty heavy salary. After having his contract rights traded to Calgary from Florida, Bouwmeester signed a deal that brings a $6.68 million cap hit through next season. For a player whose offensive production had gone down in Calgary, it seemed a bit bloated.But that doesn't speak to Bouwmeester's reliability. Until this trade, Bouwmeester has not mi sed a game since 2003-04. He's the NHL's current iron man, and he's a huge minutes eater to boot. This season he has played 25 minutes per game with the Flames. For a guy who is not a liability on the back end, it's reasonable. You know what you're going to get from JayBo. Bouwmeester brings another bit of baggage with him to St. Louis. He is the NHL record holder for most games played without making the postseason. Since his whole career up to this point has been spent with the Panthers and Flames, he hasn't been to the playoffs despite playing 750 games. Olli Jokinen -- who also spent time with the Panthers and Flames -- went longer to start his career without the postseason than Bouwmeester up to this point, but he finally broke through, leaving Bouwmeester as that dubious record holder.Obviously, the hope in St. Louis is that will change this season. The Blues are in a surprising spot, fighting for a berth into the postseason. The defense, which was so good last season, has been a major disappointment, both in front of the goalies and between the pipes. That's why they went out and acquired from Buffalo earlier this week. (Fun fact: the Panthers traded Bouwmeester and received Leopold in return from Calgary).Plus, while Bouwmeester's offensive output had been down, he has enjoyed a bit of a rebound this season. He can still bring some of that offense he was known for in Florida. Kevin Garnett Jersey

Who remembers the 1919 Montreal Canadiens? Anyone? Because that's how far back you have to go to find a team that did what the Edmonton Oilers just did on Thursday night in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals. The Oilers trailed 3-0, on the road, and came back to beat the Florida Panthers 5-4 in overtime on a Leon Draisaitl winner. that the last team to come back from 3-0 down on the road to win a Stanley Cup Finals game was the 1919 Montreal Canadiens, who beat the Seattle Metropolitans in such a scenario back in Game 5 a cool 106 years ago. Way back on March 29, 1919, Seattle scored twice in the first period and once in the second. That set up Montreal for three third-period goals, the second and third come from Newsy Lalonde. In overtime Isaac Bonga Jersey , Jack McDonald scored the winner. Ironically, that series ended up as a 2-2-1 tie. Game 4 had ended up as a scorele s draw after two overtime periods didn't get a goal. And then the series was abandoned due to the Spanish Flu. MORE: This time around, either the Oilers or Panthers will really win it. It certainly looked like it'd be Florida when it scored the first three goals in dominant fashion on its home ice, already holding a 2-1 series lead. But then Edmonton stormed back with four in a row. The Panthers scored a miraculous goal with 19 seconds left to force overtime. It was the second-latest overtime-forcing goal in Stanley Cup Finals history, behind only Corey Perry's 18-second magic earlier in this series for Edmonton. In OT, there were great chances both ways before Draisaitl ended it. For anyone watching Thursday night, don't worry if you can't remember the 1919 Canadiens. Because now you've got the 2025 Oilers. Russell Westbrook Jersey

More Rick Barry Jersey Playoffs: | | | | Blackhawks win 3-1 | CHI leads series 1-0| :The Blackhawks were severely dominated in po se sion in this game, though you wouldn't know it by the scoreline. A strong start and finish to the game was enough for the Blackhawks to knock off the Kings. Chicago wasn't very good in the second period, as LA just controlled the play, but the Blackhawks came out of the middle period with a 2-1 lead. They really got going in the third period, though. Everything looked better in the final frame as the Blackhawks played confidently with the lead. Despite the poor second, the Blackhawks had flashes of brilliance at both ends of the ice. Good goaltending from Corey Crawford was so huge for the team as he made sure that second period didn't get out of hand. There is a fair amount to work on after this game, but if nothing else, the Blackhawks showed they could finish a game, which is something they struggled to do early in the postseason. That third period was a strong one. :From the tight turnaround between this series and their seven-game marathon against the , you wouldn't have blamed the Kings if they were flat in Game 1. But they weren't at all. The Kings actually had the better of the play in the game, bolstered by a second period in which they outshot the Blackhawks 17-6. They only got one goal out of the onslaught, which in the end was all they'd get. The Kings stuck to what has made them succe sful in these playoffs, but ran into a solid goalie and some strong defensive play from the Blackhawks. The game evened out in the third period and the Kings came close to tying the score on a breakaway, but he hit the post. If that puck goes in, it's a different game. Those are the breaks in a tight series. Now LA gets two full days off to unwind from a very busy 48 hours and recharge knowing they were in this one to the end. Play of the Game:After he had a goal disallowed earlier in the game, got rewarded when the Blackhawks found themselves on a three-on-one break. After Bryan Bickell absorbed a check, Marian Ho sa started a rush up ice. He was joined by and Toews. Ho sa dropped the puck to Oduya, who then sent a no-look pa s to Toews for a one-timed snap shot into the top of the net. That made it 3-1 late in the third period and pretty much iced the game for the Blackhawks. From the way the play started to the finish, this was the game's prettiest goal and it was a huge one for Chicago.Player of the Game:The nod goes to Corey Crawford for his 25-save performance, most notably his 16-save effort in the second period. Had he not been there to help the Blackhawks weather that storm, it could have been a very different game. After his performance during Chicago's Cup run last year and how he has been going throughout this postseason, Crawford should become better known as a reliable postseason goalie. He was just so steady in this game and it allowed Chicago to keep pre sing even when they were struggling.Turning Point:The Blackhawks surviving the second period was probably the most important aspect of this game, so the buzzer after the second was probably the turning point. After being badly outshot 17-6 and having that goal disallowed, the Blackhawks managed to come out of the second still in the lead at 2-1. When Chicago came out for the third period, everything seemed a fair amount more even. Weathering that second period storm and surviving with the lead was huge for them.GIF of the Game: Marian Ho sa might be 35. He might be widely considered as a highly-skilled player, which doesn't get him much street cred for his toughne s. But make no mistake, Ho sa's physical strength is as good as anybody's. got a good idea of just how strong Ho sa is as he attempted to hit the Blackhawks forward. The end result? Brown on his rear end, violently. Kaleb Wesson Jersey

The are back in the playoffs for the first time Dennis Schroder Jersey in 15 years. Now, they know what the full schedule looks like for their Eastern Conference playoff series in the first round against the . There was already no question that the building will be rocking as the Sabres make their return -- the first two games are in Buffalo, and those fans are more than ready. But even when the series shifts to Boston, that's an environment that should bring some awesome intensity as a perennial contender tries to spoil a surprise Sabres team from making a deep run. Whatever happens, it promises to be a special series. MORE: Sabres-Bruins playoff schedule The seven-game series will commence on Sunday, April 19. That first game is slated to begin at 7:30 p.m. ET and be broadcast on ESPN. The schedule isn't fully determined, because the NHL figures out the games deeper into the series depending on how many series are still being played acro s the league. But this is how it shapes up as is: Game 1: Sunday, April 19 - 7:30 p.m. (ESPN) Game 2: Tuesday, April 21 - 7:30 p.m. (ESPN) Game 3: Thursday, April 23 - 7 p.m. (TNT) Game 4: Sunday, April 26 - 2 p.m. (TNT) Game 5: Tuesday, April 28 - TBD Game 6: Friday, May 1 - TBD Game 7: Sunday, May 3 - TBD Games 5, 6 and 7 are all the "if nece sary" games in a best-of-seven series that can be over as soon as four games if there's a sweep. More NHL news: Chris Paul Jersey

Close your eyes and picture this: It's a relaxing, warm night in August. You just spent the day having fun in the sun, trying to soak up what's left of the summer months. Night rolls around and you and your friends get together to watch...the Stanley Cup Playoffs?You can open your eyes now, because that may soon be your reality. The NHL season due to the global COVID-19 outbreak but the league is currently exploring options with regards to a potential return down the Ty Jerome Jersey road. According to recent reports, there's a po sibility that return could come sometime in July and feature games being played into September.When the NHL announced it was pausing operations on March 12, the league reportedly reached out to teams about their arena building availability through July. Now, , clubs are being asked to provide availability through August, suggesting that the league is exploring the idea of running the Stanley Cup Playoffs deep into the summer months.It would be a bold and unprecedented decision and one that comes with plenty of questions begging to be answered. How would the schedule work?There's not much in the way of specifics right now but the idea might line up with a popular proposed plan from NHL players. That plan has players regrouping for a brief training camp in early July before finishing out the regular season (most teams have 10-12 games remaining) in late July. It's unknown if the league would play the full 82-game slate to completion or settle on a reduced number.After that, the playoffs would be held in August and September, with a one-month offseason in October before the next league year begins in November. Under this format, the NHL would also need to inquire about arena availability in September, which has yet to happen as far as we know. Per the NHL players and some of the Board of Governors are in favor of this plan to some extent. Very interesting. Situation is obviously very fluid. Jason Myrtetus (@jasonmyrt) Here's what we know right now: With the current CDC recommendations, the earliest po sible return for the league is early May but that's very optimistic considering the way things are trending with regards to the COVID-19 outbreak. In a normal playoff format, the postseason would take about three months, so if the NHL wants to stick to a traditional Stanley Cup Playoffs this year without the season carrying into September, they would need to begin the playoffs by July. What would the playoffs look like?Obviously, it all depends on when the NHL deems it safe and appropriate to return to action, but the league would presumably love to stick with a normal playoff format. Such a scenario sees eight teams from each conference qualify in a four-round, best-of-seven bracket. However, finishing the regular season and holding a traditional postseason might not work logistically if the league wants to wrap everything up by September. In which case, the NHL would either need to scrap a portion of -- or the entire remainder of the regular season, or they would need to find an alternative (see: shorter) playoff format.Traditional playoff formatIf the NHL is ultimately forced to forego the rest of the regular season and start the playoffs based on the current standings, it's likely that points percentage would be used to determine playoff seeding. Points percentage is the percentage of points a team has accrued in the standings based on their maximum po sible point total.Here's how the first round would be seeded based on the current standings:Eastern Conference: (Atlantic 1) vs. (Wild Card 2) (Atlantic 2) vs. (Atlantic 3) (Metro 1) vs. (Wild Card 1) (Metro 2) vs. (Metro 3)Western Conference:St. Louis (Central 1) vs. (Wild Card 2) (Central 2) vs. (Central 3) (Pacific 1) vs. (Wild Card 1) (Pacific 2) vs. (Pacific 3)Alternative playoff formatsIf the league places a higher priority on finishing out what remains of the regular season, which is certainly po sible from a financial standpoint, then a shorter playoff format would likely be nece sary. Several po sible ideas have been floated in the hockey community, including these po sibilities: Regular four-round format/seeding with shorter series. It's been suggested the first three rounds could be best-of-five, with the Stanley Cup Final being best-of-seven.A three-round format, similar to what the NHL ran in its Original Six and Expansion Era days. It would basically eliminate the entire first round of the traditional format and feature four teams from each conference (the top two qualifiers from each division) in a best-of-seven all the way through.There's also been a bizarre wild card being thrown into play: A 24-team playoff that would feature quick eliminators and playoff rounds. This is the boldest and most drastic proposal, but it apparently has some support from inside the league -- probably because of the widened playoff revenue teams could pull in. I know of one team that considers this a strong option. NHL schedule maker is literally working through all options and NHL clubs are submitting creative ideas as well. Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) What are some of the complications and concerns?Being able to enjoy hockey through the summer with an extremely short offseason in between the league years probably sounds wonderful to fans -- especially when the alternative is likely cancellation -- but such a scenario does come with elements of concern.First and foremost, maintaining suitable ice quality during the hot summer months will be a difficult (and expensive) challenge for some teams, especially those that play warmer weather cities. The humidity level could have a negative effect on playing surfaces, which could sacrifice the quality of the product and put players more at risk for injury. That being said, it's likely that the league could make it work, though ice crews would have to be extra diligent in their preparations.Secondly, a shortened offseason would present a difficult turnaround for many players, especially those who made deep, grueling runs in the playoffs. A typical NHL offseason lasts about three months and we often see injuries and ailments suffered during the playoffs carry into the following season. Cutting one- or two-thirds of that recovery time could have major implications for players/teams going into next season. However, the silver lining here is that players who have been battling lingering health i sues during the regular season will be able to head into the playoffs with a few months of downtime. The proposed one-month offseason from players would also put front offices in a tough spot. They would have to organize and consolidate all of their draft and free agency plans into a condensed timeline and then operate on an expedited schedule.There are also complications when it comes to legalities. As Bob McKenzie pointed out, some NHL contracts are set to expire on June 30 of this year -- a reflection of the last day of a normal league year. If the season is extended and teams play beyond that point, those contracts will need to be amended in order for players to legally participate in-game action. Work visas would also be a point of concern for several international players.How would it affect next season?As much as the NHL would like to find an appropriate and satisfying resolution to this season, they also face the pre sure of minimizing the current predicament's impact on next season. As previously mentioned, playing through August would cut down on the offseason and put players and executives in a more difficult position heading into next year. If the NHL is considering the players' proposal as a legitimate po sibility, the targeted November start date would bring a one-month delay to the start of next season. That would likely lead to more condensed scheduling (or perhaps a slightly extended league calendar) for 2020-21 before the league was able to return to its normal operations timeline. Jevon Carter Jersey

James Neal finally started to get some results in Game 4. (USATSI)More : | | | | | If you watched every game this postseason and didn't look at any goal or point totals, you might have had a hard time believing that entered Wednesday's game with just one goal and two a sists in the team's first nine games.Just by watching him, you could see that he was certainly playing better than those numbers would have indicated. The effort was there, the chances were there, and he was doing the right things. He was getting his chances, and he had been by the Penguins' best po se sion player (by a wide margin) entering Game 4.Playoff Grades But he was getting absolutely no results to show for his hard work and strong play. Sometimes that happens, even to the best players. It's a fast, difficult game and sometimes no matter how hard you work and how well you play the puck isn't always going to find the back of the net for you. That's Tre Jones Jersey kind of what had been happening to Neal.In Sunday's Game 3 lo s, for example, he was one of Pittsburgh's best forwards and seemed to do his part to generate more quality chances than any other player on the team but couldn't find a way to sneak anything behind Ottawa goalie .Even in the first period on Wednesday that bad luck continued when he fired a quick snap shot off the post to the left of Anderson.But then later in the period the floodgates finally started to open for Neal when and he started to get rewarded for his play. After the scored a shorthanded goal to open the soring, Neal got Pittsburgh on the board off of a faceoff, and then started their third period scoring binge with a power play goal to give Pittsburgh a two-goal lead. They would add three more goals over the rest of the period on their way to a blowout win.The fact that Neal is starting to get going, and now finding the back of the net, is nothing but good news for Pittsburgh. Perhaps even better news is that his line of and played what had to be its best game in ... well, actually it was probably the best game that trio has played together since they've all been in the lineup.That group has been a constant topic of debate in Pittsburgh as no matter what alignment they go with (Neal on the left and Iginla on the right, or Iginla on the right and Neal on the left) it moves one of the wingers out of their comfort zone positionally and where they might be able to play their best hockey. Sidney Crosby does it again The results haven't always been pretty, and the chemistry hasn't always looked like it's been there, even as the Penguins continued to make it work when there might have been different line combinations that could have put people (like Iginla and Neal) into their best positions.Keeping the discu sion going is that the Penguins, when all of their top forwards are in the lineup, have been very reluctant to break up their top line of , , and , and for good reason. That line has been one of the best in the NHL this season (and continues to be in the postseason) and you know they're going to score.But the second line hasn't always looked comfortable, even though Malkin and Iginla have been putting up a ton of points on their own. On Wednesday this was Pittsburgh's best line as the trio combined for 17 shots and four goals (two each from Iginla and Neal). When they were on the ice together during 5-on-5 play they outshot the Senators 12-6 and outscored them 2-0.Iginla and Neal also both added goals on the power play. Trey Lyles Jersey

Things keep getting worse for the Vancouver Canucks. The team lost its second straight Wednesday night, are now 4-6-0 in their last ten, and are without their head coach John Tortorella due to suspension. Henrik Sedin remains out with a rib injury, alongside and Chris Tanev, . Now staring down a five-game road trip to close out their schedule before the break, the Canucks got more bad news on the injury front Thursday. Carmelo Anthony Jersey The blue line took another hit as Kevin Bieksa . The injury is undisclosed, but Bieksa has . He is out indefinitely. Even worse, forward Mike Santorelli has undergone shoulder surgery and . Santorelli had been a nice find. A guy who scored 20 goals in 2010-11 for Florida and just 11 in the three years following, the 28 year old had picked up 10 scores and a sisted on 18 more in 49 games this season. He suffered the shoulder injury against the Coyotes on January 16 and had not played since. Is Santorelli a guy whose individual lo s will break a teams season? Of course not. Neither is Bieksas or Tanevs. But all of them together, combined Sedins absence and Tortorellas suspension to boot? Thats a tough mountain to overcome. For a team struggling before these problems began to pile up, that Olympic break has to look very appealing. In theory, all of their mi sing pieces, sans Santorelli, will be back in action when the Canucks return to the ice on February 26. The Canucks just have to hope their season doesnt go up in smoke before then. DeMarcus Cousins Jersey

The global automotive landscape is witnessing an unprecedented shift as adventure sports, recreational activities, and heavy-duty utility applications merge with cutting-edge engineering. A premier example of this evolution is documented in the latest comprehensive analysis by The Insight Partners. The Off-Road High-Performance Vehicle Market size is expected to reach US$ 36.11 Billion by 2034 from US$ 18.4 Billion in 2025. The market is estimated to record a CAGR of 7.78% from 2026 to 2034. This sustained growth trajectory highlights a maturing industry fueled by changing consumer preferences, technological breakthroughs, and an expanding range of industrial, agricultural, and military applications.

Primary Growth Catalysts

The market's remarkable expansion is driven by a distinct combination of consumer lifestyle trends and practical commercial demands.

• The Rise of Utility in Commercial Sectors: Off-road high-performance vehicles are no longer viewed strictly as luxury items or purely recreational assets. In sectors like agriculture and commercial gardening, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and Side-by-Sides (SSVs/UTVs) are increasingly utilized as vital workhorses. They are widely deployed for field plowing, lawn mowing, seed spreading, and navigating expansive terrains where traditional heavy machinery is too cumbersome or invasive.

• Tourism and Outdoor Adventure Recreation: Global tourism has experienced a structural shift toward experiential travel and outdoor adventure. Off-road trail riding, organized racing events, and desert or mountain excursions have driven massive demand from commercial rental fleets and individual enthusiasts alike.

• Customization and Aftermarket Performance Upgrades: Modern consumers view their off-road vehicles as extensions of their lifestyle, demanding high degrees of personalization. This appetite for customization has created a lucrative secondary economy. Enthusiasts frequently invest in lifted suspensions, heavy-duty drivetrains, high-performance tires, winches, snorkeling systems, and upgraded braking components to unlock superior performance capabilities from stock platforms.

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Key Market Segments

To accurately capture the diverse nature of this market, the industry is analyzed through distinct vehicle classifications and application environments.

By Vehicle Type

• All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs): Highly agile, single-rider or tandem vehicles optimized for navigating complex trails and tight agricultural spaces.

• Side-by-Sides (SSVs/UTVs): Multi-passenger vehicles built with robust roll cages and substantial cargo beds, serving as the bridge between pure utility work and sport-performance racing.

• Off-Road Motorcycles: Highly specialized dirt and trail bikes engineered for extreme courses, motocross competitions, and rugged terrain.

• Snowmobiles: Specialized winter terrain vehicles utilized extensively for recreation and transport in alpine or sub-zero environments.

By Application

• Utility: Agricultural, forestry, and estate management operations requiring reliable, high-torque work vehicles.

• Sports & Recreation: Trail riding, competitive track racing, and tourism-based operations.

• Military: Defense forces are progressively integrating advanced tactical off-road vehicles for rapid troop deployment, border patrolling, and reconnaissance operations over unpredictable terrain.

Competitive Landscape and Key Players

The global marketplace is highly competitive, characterized by established automotive giants and specialized recreational manufacturers executing aggressive research and development strategies. These market leaders continuously focus on expanding product portfolios, enhancing engine efficiency, and introducing advanced safety standards.

The prominent players shaping the dynamics of the off-road high-performance vehicle ecosystem include:

• Arctic Cat Inc.

• Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP)

• Deere and Company

• Honda Motor Co., Inc.

• Kassbohrer Gelandefahrzeug AG

• Kawasaki Motors Corp.

• Polaris Inc.

• Suzuki Motor Corporation

• Toyota Motor

• Yamaha Motor Corporation

These organizations are driving development across diverse vehicle classes, leveraging regional manufacturing strengths to address distinct market requirements across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and South America.

Technological Integration

The current generation of off-road high-performance vehicles benefits immensely from digital transformation. The integration of advanced telematics, GPS navigation, and vehicle health monitoring systems has revolutionized fleet management and user safety. Drivers can track engine metrics, monitor tire pressures, and map isolated routes in real time.

Additionally, safety mechanics like anti-lock braking systems (ABS), advanced traction control, down-hill descent control, and high-travel, shock-resistant suspension systems have become standard benchmarks. These systems make high-performance vehicles significantly safer and more accessible to mainstream consumer demographics.

Future Outlook

The future of the off-road high-performance vehicle market will undeniably be shaped by electrification and sustainability. Strict government environmental frameworks regarding carbon emissions and noise pollution are compelling manufacturers to pivot heavily toward electric drivetrains. Electric ATVs and UTVs present clear operational advantages, including instantaneous torque output, near-silent operation for military or hunting applications, and a drastically reduced number of mechanical moving parts, which minimizes routine maintenance overheads. Coupled with expanding global disposable income—particularly across North America and developing pockets of the Asia-Pacific region—the market is poised to see consistent adoption. The next decade will witness a profound structural evolution where eco-friendly manufacturing methodologies seamlessly combine with the raw performance and durability expected by off-road purists.

More NHL offseason: | | | | has made his decision; he's coming back. For the last time.LeBron James take note, this is how you make a "decision."The veteran Ducks forward has been mulling over his options all summer but signs have been pointing toward him returning for another season. On Friday he gave confirmation after apparetly figuring out that he stinks at golfing. Considering every retired hockey player apparently turns to golf, he's not ready for Grayson Allen Jersey retirement.This video is just another reminder of how awesome Selanne is. I defy you to find me 10 hockey fans that dislike the guy. They don't exist, not even in Kings country right up I-5. Now this will be it for Selanne as he says in the video he's coming back for one more season. No more summers of contemplation, this is the swan song for the 42-year-old star. My advice: check your local team's schedule and see when the Ducks are coming to town then buy a ticket. With the new alignment he will be visiting every single NHL arena next season so don't mi s out.As for the actual hockey implications for the Ducks, Eric Stephens of the O.C. Register says the .At this point it remains to be seen what kind of role Selanne will be in. He saw a diminished role last season under Bruce Boudreau as his playing time dipped to 15:42 per game last season when he had 12 goals and 12 a sists in 46 games.It was just two seasons ago that Selanne had 26 goals and 40 a sists as one of the Ducks' most productive playes. It's a far cry from his 40-plus goal seasons but still very good production. He's likely to remain in a somewhat diminished role but it can't be that far down the depth chart as it was a concern for him.But it doesn't matter now, all that matters is that the legend is back. By the way if he can manage to score 25 goals this season he will hit the 700-goal mark for his career, something only six players have ever done in their careers. Andre Iguodala Jersey

As October creeps closer, another NHL season creeps with it. In the 23rd of a series of team-by-team summer reviews and season previews, here's a glimpse at the ... New York Rangers It was yet another playoff season for the in 2016-17, when a score-by-committee approach led the team to the fifth best goal differential (plus-36) in the league and an underrated postseason berth out of a Metropolitan Division that also included the Presidents' Trophy-winning and defending Stanley Cup champion . A couple of so-so stretches, like a 6-5-4 run in January and 0-3-2 mark at Madison Square Anthony Lamb Jersey Garden that same month, didn't overshadow a high-flying offense and some late life from agele s goalie . New York (48-28-6) also boasted some of the hottest months of the year -- it went 10-4-1 in November and 9-3-1 in February -- before ousting the in the first round of the playoffs. Outdone by the underdog in the subsequent series, the Rangers entered the summer in a peculiar but not uncommon situation, attempting both to prepare for the future, a post-Lundqvist contender, and ready their already-talented roster for an immediate return to the postseason. Under general manager Jeff Gorton, they stirred as many questions as they answered. The moves Key additions: D (Capitals), D (trade with ), G ( ), F (Canadiens) Key lo ses: F (trade with Coyotes), G (trade with Coyotes), D ( ), F ( ), D (retired) Lots of notable names were shown the door this summer. For the better: Girardi, who somehow got $6 million from Tampa Bay despite obvious signs of decline as an aging blue-liner in New York. For the worse: Lindberg, who might've been one of the most sturdy, valuable players available in the expansion draft outside of the Pens' . For the unknown: Stepan, who did get the Rangers bra s a nice haul and a first-round draft pick but still gave the team proven No. 1 center experience. Whether or not you agree he deserved the hype he got as a top free agent defenseman, Shattenkirk's addition came at a very reasonable price for the Rangers. There's the fact that he to come "home" to the Rangers, and then there's the fact that New York needed blue-line help (see: key lo ses) and managed to land the market's consensus No. 1 D-man. DeAngelo is a good get for his potential, too, although there can't be many fans who are overly willing for Pavelec and his Winnipeg resume to see the ice in relief of "The King." The verdict Whether it's because of history or merely name recognition, it's hard not to equate "New York Rangers" with "Stanley Cup Playoffs." Alain Vigneault hasn't been with this team for a non-postseason campaign since he came aboard and took the Rangers to the Stanley Cup Final in 2013-14, and the 35-year-old Lundqvist, believe it or not, has been playing in Big Apple playoff games since the 2005-06 season. There are plenty of reasons to believe the trend of playoff contention will continue, too, now that Shattenkirk is in the fold on defense as both an ideal partner for captain and a clear upgrade over the aging Girardi and Klein. All eyes will be on Mika Zibanejad in 2017-18 following the departure of Derek Stepan in New York. USATSI Even though the Rangers haven't relied exclusively on one standout to drive their scary offense, however, there is reason for concern there. may be the guy to replace Stepan, but even New York doesn't know that, even if the five-year extension the team gave him this offseason suggests it does. will also be in the mix, but the gist is this: The Rangers need someone to step up, whether it's one of those two young centers, a J.T. Smith or a youthful DeAngelo from the blue line. And even then, questions remain regarding Lundqvist, whose wasn't too concerning but could be under pre sure if age keeps catching up to him. Bottom line: The Rangers are playoff material. But are they Stanley Cup Final material? Probably not. Of course, most teams don't appear to be, but this group is balancing between a rebuild and a serious run, and in a division that could very well tout four 100-point clubs for a second straight year, the unknowns are a little daunting. Allen Iverso Jersey