Rosner Wrap: Talking NHL, Czarnik Snatched, Marchand Being Marchand

The New York Islanders are in Western Canada for the first of a four-game road trip which begins in Vancouver. The Islanders officially announced the Kyle Palmieri roster move while Austin Czarnik was scooped up off waivers by the Seattle Kraken. Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand cross a line even for him against the Pittsburgh Penguins?

These stories and more in today’s daily links!

It’s been a few weeks since NYI Hockey Now’s Stefen Rosner, alongside Brendan Azoff recorded an episode of The Backcheck, which meant they had a lot to dive into. From what’s going on in Chicago, to women’s hockey in the Winter Olympics to the latest from the New York Islanders and New York Rangers, check it out! (NYI Hockey Now)

The New York Islanders officially announce that Kyle Palmieri has been placed on the non-roster (paternity). Also, Austin Czarnik, who was placed on waivers on Monday has been claimed by the Seattle Kraken. (NYI Hockey Now)

Is there a line that Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand won’t cross? The answer is no. Watch his meltdown and what he was up to throughout the contest against the Pittsburgh Penguins. (Pittsburgh Hockey Now)

Sources have spoken to Joe Haggarty that Boston Bruins netminder Tuukka Rask is pending retirement. It seems that this could be the end of the line for Rask as he has not been able to recover well enough from offseason hip surgery. (Boston Hockey Now)

It is officially out in Philadelphia. Former Flyers forward Daniel Briere has been hired as the assistant general manager, announced on Monday. Briere was a finalist for the Montreal Canadiens general manager job. (Philly Hockey Now)

On Tuesday, the Washington Capitals fell victim to a late goal against in the third period as they fell 5-4 to the Columbus Blue Jackets. Sammi Silber has the takeaways from the loss. (Washington Hockey Now)

Former Florida Panthers goalie John Vanbiesbrouck has had a busy few months. As general manager of Team USA at the World Juniors, he was in preparation for the tournament, a tournament that was called off in December. When the NHL backed out of the Beijing Olympics, Vanbiescbrouck was awarded the GM job, replacing Bill Guerin. But despite his busy workload, he still pays attention to the Florida Panthers. (Florida Hockey Now)

When Nathan MacKinnon took to the ice before practice this morning, in a blue, regular jersey, hopes immediately soared that he’d make his return from injury Thursday night against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Ball Arena. Not so fast writes Adrian Dater. (Colorado Hockey Now)

The Vegas Golden Knights took it to Mike Smith and the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday as they defeated them 4-0. It was one of those games where Vegas just took advantage of Edmonton’s mistakes all night long. Owen Krepps has the breakdown of the game along with his player of the contest, the man with the shutout in a surprise start. (Vegas Hockey Now)

Kyle and JD start looking ahead to the second half of the San Jose Sharks’ season and which players could use a strong finish to their campaign to help answer some questions going into the off-season. Plus we announce our latest giveaway. (San Jose Hockey Now)

On a team that is focused on checking first, you might imagine there are some good grades for the Calgary Flames defencemen and goaltenders halfway through their season. You’re right. But there is also lots of room for improvement, which is why the team has been connected on the NHL trade market for guys like Ben Chiarot writes Steve McFarlane. (Calgary Hockey Now)

The Vancouver Canucks defeated the Arizona Coyotes 5-1 on Tuesday night, in a game that was not really a close one. Thatcher Demko continued where he left off following his All-Star first half. Did J.T. Miller score one of the best goals of the season? Rob Simpson has the breakdown. (Vancouver Hockey Now)