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3 Takeaways from Spitfires’ 3-2 Preseason Loss at Home vs Greyhounds
This wasn’t about a win or a loss. While the Windsor Spitfires dropped their 2026-27 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) preseason opener to the Soo Greyhounds at home on Sunday, this…
3 Things to Watch for at LA Kings Training Camp
The Los Angeles Kings’ training camp is right around the corner. While the schedule has not released yet, it should be expected right before their first preseason game on Sept.…
Do The Sabres Have Too Many Centers On Their Roster?
Of the problems a team could have, too much depth at a position is certainly one that comes up very little. In the Sabres’ case however, they case the predicament…
Oilers 2026-27 Player Previews: Matt Savoie
The 2026-27 season is almost here, so let’s continue our Edmonton Oilers player preview series. The last player we looked at was Mathieu Joseph, and now we turn our attention to…
Minnesota Wild Award Candidates 2026-27
The NHL regular season is still over a month away, but the summer is winding down fast, and it’ll be here before we know it. Of course, with every NHL…
Bruins’ Sturm Eyes Top-Six Role for Elias Lindholm
Elias Lindholm‘s first two seasons with the Boston Bruins have failed to produce the results expected of a player signed to a seven-year, $54.25 million contract, but Bruins head coach…
Sharks’ Alternate Captain Candidates for 2026-27
At just 20 years old, Macklin Celebrini is a shoo-in to step into the San Jose Sharks captaincy in 2026-27. In his sophomore season, he broke the Sharks single-season franchise…
Sam Poulin Will Get a Fresh Start With the Canadiens
Getting selected in the NHL Draft is hard. Being selected in the first round? Even more so. The first 32 spots are reserved only for prospects believed to be the…
Tampa Bay Lightning’s Best & Worst Contracts of All-Time
Well over three decades into their history, the Tampa Bay Lightning have their share of contracts that have had a chance to sit and develop proper hindsight. Some aged gracefully.…
David Backes Belongs in the St. Louis Blues Hall of Fame
The St. Louis Blues Hall of Fame was established in 2023 to honor the franchise’s history and pay tribute to the special individuals who have played big roles. Many broadcasters,…
Islanders Risk Wasting Mathew Barzal on the Wing
The New York Islanders rely heavily on Mathew Barzal. He has been the premier centre for almost ten years. He is the key piece of the Islanders’ core as their…
Golden Knights Can’t Afford to Ignore Connor Hellebuyck’s Availability
The Vegas Golden Knights have never been shy about making a splash when they believe it can put them closer to a Stanley Cup. They may have another opportunity to…
10 Most Interesting Facts About the Pittsburgh Penguins
*This was most recently updated in August 2026 The Pittsburgh Penguins have been one of the most successful franchises in the modern era of the NHL, winning five Stanley Cups…
The Best Nicknames in Hockey
Colorful hockey nicknames are an integral part of the game’s history. They’re as much a part of hockey as the blue line. You’re given one early by your mite’s coach…
NHL Players and Their Love Affair With Golf
Hockey players from beer leagues to the NHL seem to love golf. It’s as if golf is the one hobby hockey players have in common outside the rink. The relationship between…
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 30
Yesterday in Hockey History: Aug. 29 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Aug. 31 Aug. 30 has proven to be a newsworthy day in the history of the NHL. A longtime and…
Vancouver Canucks 2026-27 Player Projections: Filip Chytil
It’s been a tough go for Filip Chytil since he was acquired from the New York Rangers in a package for J.T. Miller. He’s only played 27 games in a…
NHL Rumours: Pettersson Bounceback, Montembeault Trade & Senators Captain
In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off by looking at Elias Pettersson and how the Vancouver Canucks are trying to bring him back to his old form. Next, the…
Canucks News & Rumours: Miller, Pettersson, Boeser & the Next Chapter?
The Vancouver Canucks have spent the last little while making it pretty clear that the old version of the team is gone. Some of the players who were supposed to…
Windsor Spitfires’ 2026-27 Training Camp Shows New Leadership Options
As the Windsor Spitfires wrap up their 2026-27 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) training camp, we’re getting a glimpse into what will be a new leadership group. Last season, the Spitfires…
Buffalo Sabres’ Top 10 Prospects for 2026-27
The Buffalo Sabres have had one of the better prospect pools in the NHL for years now. From high draft picks to some well-developed players, they have had a number…
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Raddysh, Tavares, Matthews, Knies & Roslovic
The Toronto Maple Leafs have spent much of the summer talking about getting bigger, tougher and harder to play against. That makes sense. After another disappointing regular-season finish, nobody needed…
Utah Mammoth’s 2025-26 Report Cards: Michael Carcone
The Utah Mammoth’s 2025-26 season is officially over. The team finished with a 43-33-6 record, good enough to clinch the first wild card spot in the Western Conference. Despite a…
Oilers 2026-27 Player Previews: Mathieu Joseph
The 2026-27 season is almost here, so let’s continue our Edmonton Oilers player preview series. The last player we looked at was Zach Hyman, and now we turn our attention…
Senators’ Defensive Core Will Be Key in Atlantic Division Race in 2026-27
It’s that time of year again. The end of summer is closing in, marking the start of another NHL season next month. Predictions for many teams began just after free…
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