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From Price-Halak to Fowler-Dobes: Canadiens Facing Familiar Dilemma
The Montreal Canadiens have an interesting situation developing between the pipes, and for longtime fans, it might bring back memories of a familiar goaltending debate. With Jacob Fowler impressing early in the 2026-27 season and Jakub Dobes struggling to find consistency, the Canadiens could eventually face a difficult decision regarding their future in net. While it is still very early, the situation has some similarities to the famous Carey Price-Jaroslav Halak debate that divided Canadiens...
3 Blue Jackets Who Aren’t Producing Enough
Opening the season with seven of your first nine games at Nationwide Arena should’ve been a recipe for success to get off to a hot start. However, so far into…
5 Takeaways From Maple Leafs’ 3-1 Win Over Sharks
The Toronto Maple Leafs were hoping to bounce back after a 4-1 loss to the New York Islanders on Saturday (Oct. 17), and were looking to respond against a San…
Hurricanes Relying On Depth Once Again With Early-Season Injury Bug
The injury bug seems it won’t leave the Carolina Hurricanes alone again for the second consecutive season. In 2025-26, they had most of the blue line out with injuries through…
Maple Leafs’ Overreliance on Matthews and Nylander Remains a Concern
So far in the 2026-27 season, the same storyline seems to follow the Toronto Maple Leafs every year: overreliance on Auston Matthews and William Nylander to carry the scoring. Whether…
Blue Jackets Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Injury Concerns, Kent Johnson’s Rise and a Test Against Toronto
The Columbus Blue Jackets enter the week of Oct. 19–25 looking for greater consistency at both ends of the ice. A 1-0 overtime win over the New York Rangers offered…
Oilers Should Keep Penguins Veterans on Their Trade Radar
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ willingness to move veteran forwards gives the Edmonton Oilers reason to call Kyle Dubas. It does not necessarily give them reason to make a trade immediately. Elliotte…
NHL Rumours: Hellebuyck Suspension Ending, Larkin Move Coming & Leafs Eyeing Big Trade
In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off with the Winnipeg Jets and Connor Hellebuyck, whose suspension is ending. Will he rejoin the team? Next, Dylan Larkin could be on…
Maple Leafs “Premium Asset” Trade Has Disaster Written All Over It
The Toronto Maple Leafs are ready to make a move, and according to insider Elliotte Friedman, it won’t be a small one. Toronto sits at 3-4-2 and last in the…
Wild Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Injury Problems, Top Line Shines & Solid Defense
After spending a bit of time on the road, the Wild were able to get in some games on their home ice this past week. They had a good start…
Why Are the Maple Leafs Jumping Bo Groulx Beside Auston Matthews on the Top Line?
Today, news broke that William Nylander is ill and unavailable. In his place, the Toronto Maple Leafs have to decide how to fill the hole in their lineup. The obvious…
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 19
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 18 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 20 If you like legendary names, then Oct. 19 is the date for you. Some of the greatest players…
NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs Protect Cowan, Larkin Concern, Penguins Shopping Rakell
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs appear unwilling to include Easton Cowan in a major trade for defensive help, while the Detroit Red Wings may be feeling…
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Stenberg vs. McKenna & Lettieri Gets a Chance
The Toronto Maple Leafs have a couple of interesting stories to follow as they try to find their footing early in the season. One takes us back to the 2026…
Jets Call Up Yager; Place Morrissey on Injured Reserve
The Winnipeg Jets have called up forward Brayden Yager from the Manitoba Moose. The 21 year old has gotten off to a scorching start with the Moose in the American…
7 Reasons Connor McDavid Is the World’s Best Hockey Player
Fans love the Annual TSN Player Rankings, which traditionally comes out before the start of the NHL’s regular season. It creates endless debate on social media channels such as Twitter…
7 Biggest NHL Players in Today’s Game
*This archive was updated in Oct. 2026 In today’s NHL, speed dominates. No longer can teams roster slow, hulking defensemen capable of obstructing opponents into submission. But, if a player…
Top 10 Russians in the NHL Today
Russians comprise some of the most talented, most dominant players in the NHL today. In the past decade alone, they have won Vezina Trophies, “Rocket” Richards, Hart Memorials, Art Ross…
NHL News Roundup: DeBrincat Extension, Kaprizov & More
It was another busy week in the NHL. From more injury news to trades and contract extensions, here are the biggest storylines from the last week. Duchene Out Long-Term The…
Blue Jackets Can’t Be Properly Judged Until Ivan Provorov Returns
Coming off a tough 2-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild on Sunday night, the Columbus Blue Jackets return home for another week of practice and games as they continue trying…
Jets Should Bench Connor Hellebuyck if He Returns to the Team
Just because Connor Hellebuyck seems set to return to the Winnipeg Jets’ organization doesn’t mean he should play another minute in a Jets sweater. In fact, the team would be…
Top 3 Canadiens Performers So Far This Season
The Montreal Canadiens have had an interesting start to the 2026-27 season. While there have been some encouraging performances, the team has also experienced its fair share of struggles, particularly defensively and between the pipes. However, despite the inconsistencies, several players have stepped up and given fans plenty of reasons to be optimistic about what lies ahead. Some of those players were expected to play important roles, while others have exceeded expectations and are making a s...
Blues’ Standouts of the Week: Special Teams, McTavish, and Berggren
Welcome to another look at the St. Louis Blues’ standouts of the week. The team spent last week on a three-game road trip. The week started with an impressive win…
Oilers News & Rumours: Hallander, Hyman, Frederic, Levi & More
The Edmonton Oilers have gotten out to a strong start, with a 6-1-1 record through their first eight games. Having a strong start to a season is something new for…
Canucks Prospects Report: Novotny, Cootes & Romani Shine Again
The Vancouver Canucks may be mired in a seven-game losing streak, but their prospects, particularly the trio of Adam Novotny, Braeden Cootes and Anthony Romani, continue to provide hope for…
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