Arizona Coyotes' Oliver Ekman-Larsson Stars For Sweden
Team Sweden lost in overtime, but Arizona Coyotes’ defender Oliver Ekman-Larsson shined for Tre Kronor.
The initial round of exhibitions for the World Cup of Hockey did not go as planned for the four Arizona Coyotes attendees.
All four players were on the losing end of their contests, though Martin Hanzal did get a lucky deflected goal in Czech Republic’s showdown with Russia.
Oliver Ekman-Larsson led the Swedes in time on ice and looked particularly sharp. He also scored a goal that was later overturned.
It was good to see the Coyotes’ franchise centerpiece on the ice again.
Tobias Rieder’s Team Europe squad was trounced by the “young guns” from Team North America, 4-0.
As we expressed on Twitter, North America’s gameplan seems to be very simple; go go go! It’s a joy to watch.
Team USA squares off with Canada later today at 7 PM EST on ESPNU and ESPN3.
It’s just an exhibition but I’m positive spirits, emojiis, and exclamation points will be high.
Arizona Coyotes News and Links
2015-16 Player Grades: Oliver Ekman-Larsson — Howlin’ Hockey
Oliver Ekman-Larsson was the team’s gold standard in 2015-16 on both ends of the ice.
Coyotes Release Rookie Camp Schedule, Roster — Howlin’ Hockey
The Arizona Coyotes released their rookie camp schedule and roster to kick off the 2016-17 NHL preseason.
A Conversation with Greg Wyshynski — AZ Den Talk
Today we have a very special guest in Greg Wyshynski from Puck Daddy, Puck Soup, and Marek Vs Wyshynski Podcast! We talked about the Coyotes, The World Cup, and Chayka being a pretty awesome GM.
More from Howlin' Hockey
It is no secret to Coyotes fans that Oliver Ekman-Larsson is one of the best defensemen in the game today. His inclusion on the Swedish National Team for the World Cup of Hockey is further evidence of his prowess.
Coyotes Goaltender Niklas Treutle heading to Finland — Today’s Slapshot
German goaltender Niklas Treutle, who spent last season within the Arizona Coyotes system, is heading to Finland and will play for the Finnish Liiga club Kookoo for the 2016-17 season.
Arizona Diamondbacks to Hold Coyotes Night on Sept. 9 — Arizona Coyotes
The Arizona Coyotes announced today that the Arizona Diamondbacks will hold Coyotes Night on Friday, September 9 when the D-backs host the San Francisco Giants. Game time is 6:40 p.m. at Chase Field.
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Arizona Cardinals poised for another Super Bowl run — Raising Zona
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Phoenix Suns: Attendance Best in 5 Years, Still Terrible — Valley of the Suns
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