New college initiative is ready to put Kelly at the head of the class Nov 22, 2009
Earlier this month, Hargrove resigned his post, only hours before the PA planned to can him (much like his predecessor, Eric Lindros, was, shall we say, nudged off the same job earlier this year). Reason for the court order: The PA wants to make sure that Hargrove has returned/surrendered all material in his possession that belongs to the PA. Now they have Donald Fehr, the outgoing boss of the Major League Baseball Players Association, guiding them in recrafting their constitution. (Boston Globe)
SarahKwakInside The NHL Of the stars who are not in the Hall, who has a shot at 2010? Nov 19, 2009
Injury shortened the careers and Hall chances of Eric Lindros and Pavel Bure ... Eric Lindros, on the other hand, will spark some fascinating debate. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
NHLPA ombudsman Hargrove resigns Nov 9, 2009
Former NHL player Eric Lindros was the first-ever NHLPA ombudsman, having been named to the created position on November 11, 2007. He was succeeded by Hargrove after resigning on February 3. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Thrashers beat Blues Nov 9, 2009
The former Canadian Auto Workers head spent 13 months at the NHLPA, working on the advisory board before replacing Eric Lindros as interim ombudsman in February. Share: Text. (News & Observer -- Sports)
On Broadway, only raves for method actors Oct 18, 2009
A growing chorus of players, displeased with how executive director Paul Kelly was bum-rushed off the job Aug. 31, want a thorough and independent review of how that happened, and in particular want to learn what part, if any, Ian Penny (general counsel and interim executive director), Buzz Hargrove (ombudsman), Ron Pink (adviser), and Eric Lindros (former ombudsman) played. Note to players: The easiest, laziest thing to do now is to shrug shoulders and figure someone else will make the boo-boo... (Boston Globe)
Penguins start 2-0 after shootout win; Crosby outduels Tavares Oct 4, 2009
That's faster than anyone in league history except Wayne Gretzky (197), Mario Lemieux (240), Peter Stastny (247), Eric Lindros (277) and Mike Bossy (283). So even though Crosby insisted he was not trying to make a point to Tavares, he did. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sources: NHL players still debating Kelly ouster Oct 1, 2009
The anti-Kelly faction also included former union ombudsman Eric Lindros and union pension chief Kim Murdock. Although Kelly will not discuss the situation, many players are asking whether he would consider returning to the union. (ESPN -- NHL)
Wild's Johnsson balances the ice and the family life Sep 26, 2009
"Johnsson, the last pick in the 1994 draft (286th overall by the New York Rangers), so quietly goes about his business, it's astonishing this is already his fourth season in Minnesota. In 2006, following four seasons with Philadelphia after being acquired in the Eric Lindros deal, Johnsson signed a four-year, $19.4 million contract with the Wild.That price tag has created his share of critics. With a salary-cap hit of $4.85 million (he's the Wild's second-highest paid player behind Niklas... (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
NHLPA dismisses Kelly » Sep 1, 2009
Former NHLPA ombudsman Eric Lindros also declined comment to ESPN.com. The actual reasons for Kelly's firing remain vague, and Hargrove admitted there was no one specific reason for the dismissal. (ESPN -- NHL)
Paul Kelly out as head of NHL players' union Sep 1, 2009
The first sign of discontent came in February, when former star player Eric Lindros resigned as the association's ombudsman and sent a letter to members detailing his grievances with Kelly. There were also reports that the executive committee broke its own rules by extending Penny's contract without consulting Kelly. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Healthy outlook for Bruins Sep 1, 2009
Multiple sources have termed the firing a palace coup, with ex-NHLer Eric Lindros, who resigned as the NHLPA s ombudsman in February, leading the charge to sack Kelly. A joke, one agent said of the process. (Boston Globe)
Allison a renewed Leaf? Aug 30, 2009
It s not very difficult to detect the ham-fisted touch of Eric Lindros in all of this, is it. L Enfant Terrible was brought on as the PA s ombudsman just as Kelly was hired, and the two butted heads on the ex-center s role and methods. (Boston Globe)
Amonte, Barrasso, LeClair lead U.S. Hockey Hall class Jul 29, 2009
He spent his best years as a Flyer as a member of the "Legion of Doom" line with Eric Lindros and. He also played on the 1996 World Cup team and the 2002 Olympic team. (USA Today -- Sports)
Islanders sign Tavares to three-year entry deal Jul 20, 2009
His record-tying 12 career goals in the tournament tied him with fellow Canadians Eric Lindros and. Tavares is the fourth No. 1 overall pick for the Islanders, joining goaltender in 2000, Billy Harris in 1974 and Denis Potvin in 1973. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Islanders sign Tavares to 3-year contract Jul 16, 2009
His record-tying 12 career goals in the tournament tied him with fellow Canadians Eric Lindros and Jeff Carter. Tavares is the fourth No. 1 overall pick for the Islanders, joining goaltender Rick DiPietro in 2000, Billy Harris in 1974 and Denis Potvin in 1973. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Islanders draft Tavares No. 1 overall, more updates Jun 27, 2009
1991: Eric Lindros, Quebec, C. 1990: Owen Nolan, Quebec, RW. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Ovechkin collects second straight MVP award Jun 19, 2009
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Scoop: Kate Hudson, A-Rod: Bad news for Yankees Jun 16, 2009
Hudson appears to have an affection for athletes: Shes been linked with PGA golfer Adam Scott, cyclist Lance Armstrong and hockey player Eric Lindros. Where Susan Boyle goes, so goes the cat Britains Got Talent star Susan Boyle was reunited with her cat Pebbles soon after her post-show hospitalization, and a BGT source says that this could be the last time Boyle is separated from her pet. (MSNBC -- News)
Minor league hockey players unable to identify concussion symptoms, study says May 28, 2009
Concussions have forced many NHL players like Brett Lindros and Pat LaFontaine to retire early and others like Eric Lindros and goalie Mike Richter to stay off the ice for an extended time because of repeated head injuries. Concussions can have cumulative and lasting effects on memory, judgment, social conduct, reflexes, speech, balance and co-ordination. (EurekAlert!)
Flyers, Penguins renew nasty playoff rivalry Apr 15, 2009
This oft-bloody, always contentious series not only spawned the longest game of the NHLs modern era (the Flyers five-OT playoff win in 2000) but may have shortened the careers of Eric Lindros and Mario Lemieux. More recently, it caused Sidney Crosby to lose a couple of teeth but gain a wealth of respect as an 18-year-old during his very first game in Philadelphia. (MSNBC -- Sports)
It's on: Flyers, Pens renew nasty playoff rivalry Apr 15, 2009
This oft-bloody, always contentious series not only spawned the longest game of the NHL's modern era (the Flyers' five-OT playoff win in 2000) but may have shortened the careers of Eric Lindros and Mario Lemieux. More recently, it caused to lose a couple of teeth but gain a wealth of respect as an 18-year-old during his very first game in Philadelphia. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
NHL Adjusted Point Totals Apr 12, 2009
The only other players to have multiple adjusted seasons worth more than 150 points are Jaromir Jagr (6), Guy Lafleur (3), Eric Lindros (3), and Bryan Trottier (2) ... 154 Eric Lindros, Philadelphia Flyers, 1996-97 ... 151 Eric Lindros, Philadelphia Flyers, 1994-95. (Suite101.com)
Expert: Can't lift Cup? Relax, you could land Tavares Apr 1, 2009
Expert: Can't lift Cup. Relax, you could land Tavares - NHL- nbcsports. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rangers' woes Sather's doing Feb 26, 2009
There were also expensive mistakes with Eric Lindros and Pavel Bure. Sather's drafting record is only slightly better. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Bruins offer no details on Ryder facial surgery Feb 10, 2009
Joe Thornton, here tonight with the San Jose Sharks, sustained a fractured orbital bone (part of the eye socket) in January 2004 when the then-Bruin took a net-front beating at the hands of Eric Lindros. Three days later, Jumbo Joe required surgery and sat out three games following the repair. (Boston Globe)
