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Revisiting the Brayden Schenn Trade
Trade analysis can often be one-sided. Usually, the team that reaps the immediate benefit from a trade is viewed as the winner, whereas the team that has to wait for…
The NHL 600-Goal Club
For most hockey players, winning the Stanley Cup is the ultimate goal. From being drafted to helping a team through the regular season, playoffs and eventually the Stanley Cup Final,…
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Plūminš, Bowen, Crocker, Ralph & New Era
There are a couple of interesting Toronto Maple Leafs stories worth looking at today, and neither one is really about Auston Matthews, William Nylander or the big names at the…
3 Teams the Canadiens Could Trade With This Preseason
The Montreal Canadiens have had a quiet offseason thus far. But that is not necessarily a bad thing. The Canadiens are among the youngest teams in the league and made…
Most Underrated Montreal Canadiens for 2026-27
As a whole, the Montreal Canadiens are pretty underrated, which probably serves them just fine. The better to take opponents by surprise in 2026-27. Granted, they admittedly did just get…
Red Wings’ Legend Pavel Datsyuk Was Worth the Hype & Much More
We’re in the dog days of the NHL offseason. Thus, when former National Football League (NFL) wide receiver Chad Johnson praises Pavel Datsyuk, it becomes a major talking point in…
How the Blues Can Best Use Underrated Pius Suter
When the St. Louis Blues signed forward Pius Suter in the summer of 2025, the organization was excited to bring in a defensive-minded forward who could play at both ends…
The Case for the Panthers to Sign Patrik Laine
Patrik Laine is one of the most intriguing unrestricted free agents still available. It’s been widely rumored and speculated where he’ll end up. However, I think the Florida Panthers could…
3 Biggest Questions Facing the New York Rangers Entering the 2026-27 Season
The New York Rangers have been one of the worst teams in the NHL over the past two seasons. From winning the Presidents’ Trophy and making the Eastern Conference Final…
Historical Hurricanes: Justin Williams’ Lasting Impact in Raleigh
When it comes to the most clutch players in Game 7 history, especially in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, there is no one better than “Mr. Game 7” himself, Justin Williams.…
Canadiens Must Stay the Course With Elite Pipeline
Rebuilds in the NHL are rarely linear, and they rarely adhere to a predetermined schedule. They test patience, test resolve, and far too often leave fan bases wondering if the…
Pundit Lays Out Plan for Flames to Eventually Trade Jonathan Huberdeau
Dating back years, the Calgary Flames were seemingly forced to trade Matthew Tkachuk when he made it clear he didn’t see a long-term future with the Flames, and they decided…
Grading the Sabres’ Offseason Moves So Far
The NHL offseason has quieted down over the last month, with little major news outside of a few notable contract signings, including Macklin Celebrini’s five‑year extension worth $18.8 million per…
Get to Know New Anaheim Ducks’ Forward Cruz Lucius
The Anaheim Ducks have acquired another young player to continue to bolster their pipeline and improve their rebuild. On Wednesday, they secured right-wing prospect Cruz Lucius from the Pittsburgh Penguins…
3 Maple Leafs Under the Microscope in 2026-27
Missing out on the postseason after making it to the second-round the previous season is never an ideal situation to be in. That was the case for the Toronto Maple…
NHL Rumors: Podkolzin’s Future with Oilers, Merzlikin Injury, and a Larkin Update
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are counting on Vasily Podkolzin to take another step and provide some much-needed secondary offense. Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets have been…
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 21
Yesterday in Hockey History: Aug. 20 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Aug. 22 A pair of Hockey Hall of Famers were born on this date. One was honored for what he…
Calgary Flames 2026-27 Player Projections: Connor Zary
Before the 2026–27 NHL season kicks off, we can take advantage of the dog days of summer and look at the expectations for the Calgary Flames and their roster. In…
Ex-Maple Leafs’ Defenseman Jake Gardiner: Where Is He Now?
*This archive was published after Jake Gardiner retired Jake Gardiner was one of the most polarizing defensemen in recent Toronto Maple Leafs’ history. On one hand, many Maple Leafs’ fans…
Quebec Nordiques – A History of Beer, Brawls, and Van Halen
The Quebec Nordiques almost didn’t exist. And depending on who you ask, maybe they shouldn’t have existed at all. In fact, their story begins on the other side of the continent,…
Canucks History of Selecting 33rd Overall in the NHL Draft
Unlike previous years, the Vancouver Canucks had a lot of draft capital heading into the 2026 NHL Draft. In addition to their two first-round picks (third and 24th overall), they…
4 Non-Playoff Teams That Can Make the 2027 Postseason
The summer has flown by, and we can see the beginning of the regular season on the horizon. It is a time of hope for every team, and the dreams…
Canucks News & Rumours: Johnson, Sedins, Chytil & a Rebuild that Has a Direction
There is something different about the Vancouver Canucks right now. It isn’t that the team is suddenly good. It isn’t that Ryan Johnson and the Sedins have already proved they…
6 NHL Teams Poised for Double-Digit Improvement in 2026-27
Every season, some teams make big jumps in the standings. The San Jose Sharks, Anaheim Ducks, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Philadelphia Flyers were among several teams that made double-digit improvements in…
Realistic Expectations for Sabres’ 3 Outstanding Youngsters in 2026-27
The Buffalo Sabres have one of the youngest and most exciting core groups in the NHL, rife with potential breakout subjects. They made some calculated moves this summer like letting…
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