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Maple Leafs Have a Bigger Problem Than Hiller Benching Gavin McKenna
On the surface, it’s one game. A rookie sat for a stretch, and the Toronto Maple Leafs lost 5-4 in overtime to the Buffalo Sabers. It’s not ideal, but it…
NHL Injury News: Tanev, Dickinson, Tavares
IN today’s NHL injury news update, the status of Chris Tanev in Toronto remains unclear and the team might have lost another key player in John Tavares. Meanwhile, Jason Dickinson…
Blue Jackets Gameday Notes: Coyle, Del Bel Belluz, Rangers & More
The Columbus Blue Jackets finally have a much-needed gameday. They host the New York Rangers on Saturday night. Coming off a brutal 7-3 loss to the Florida Panthers, the Blue…
Should the Flyers Be Worried About Dan Vladař’s Save Percentage?
After reaching the playoffs and winning a round in 2025-26, the Philadelphia Flyers are off to the most calamitous start in franchise history: a nine-game winless streak to open the…
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 17
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 16 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 18 Some of the greatest players in National Hockey League history had big moments on this date. The records…
Canucks News & Rumours: D-Petey, Öhgren, Willander & Sasson
Tonight, the Vancouver Canucks get another crack at a win in Florida as they play the Tampa Bay Lightning. They came close against the Florida Panthers but didn’t get the…
NHL Rumours: Raty’s Chance with Tavares Out, Flyers Untouchables & Luukkonen to Rangers?
In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off with Aatu Raty and his opportunity with the Toronto Maple Leafs organization, looking to rekindle his offensive spark. Next, the Philadelphia Flyers…
Edmonton Oilers All-Trade Team
A team not known in recent times for making big trades, the Edmonton Oilers certainly have their history of making notable swaps with other teams. Since coming into the NHL…
Boston Bruins Logo History
The Boston Bruins: known worldwide as one of the National Hockey League’s Original Six…except they didn’t actually come along until seven years after the league began play. There were also…
Top 5 Swedes in Detroit Red Wings History
In 2024-25, the Detroit Red Wings suited up for two NHL contests in Sweden, marking the first time the franchise played regular-season games outside of North America. It was a…
Devils Gameday Preview: Saturday Matinee in D.C.
On Saturday, Oct. 17, the New Jersey Devils are getting ready to take on the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena for the two teams’ first game of the 2026-27…
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Hiller’s Boring, McKenna’s Sits & Danford Call-Up?
The Toronto Maple Leafs have a few questions to answer after Thursday’s frustrating 5-4 overtime loss to the Buffalo Sabres. They let a two-goal third-period lead slip away, rookie Gavin…
Canadiens Can’t Blame Slow 2026-27 Start on Copious Injuries
The Canadiens have been hit hard by the injury bug. That's not the reason why they've been mediocre to start 2026-27, though.
Rick Bowness: “I’m Mad at Myself” as Blue Jackets Rank 30th in Goals Against
The Columbus Blue Jackets returned to practice on Friday in the midst of another early-season lull in their schedule. They last played on Tuesday, a 7-3 home loss to the…
Josh Anderson Is Proving Why the Canadiens Need to Extend Him
The Montreal Canadiens have plenty of exciting young players who are expected to play major roles in the team’s success over the coming years. However, while much of the attention has understandably been directed toward the younger core, veteran forward Josh Anderson is once again reminding everyone just how valuable he can be to this organization. With an impressive start to the 2026-27 season, Anderson is making a strong case for the Canadiens to seriously consider keeping him around beyond ...
Senators Are Winning, But Their Offence Has Yet to Find Its Rhythm
The Ottawa Senators are off to a 6-2-0 start, sitting atop the Atlantic Division and giving their fans plenty of reasons for optimism. Even more encouraging is that they have…
Evaluating Owen Beck’s True Value to the Canadiens
Look closely at the construction of a modern Stanley Cup contender, and you’ll notice a distinct pattern. It isn’t just about the highlight-reel superstars who trigger light shows and sell…
Jack Quinn Has Officially Arrived for the Sabres
The Buffalo Sabres are off to a 4‑3‑1 start (nine points) after taking two of their last three games, all against Atlantic Division opponents. That stretch included a 5‑4 overtime…
Hurricanes Roster Update After Hall News & Unger Sörum Call-Up
The Carolina Hurricanes have had an eventful couple of weeks. They dropped the first two games of the season, then went on a six-game winning streak. Then, all of a…
Maple Leafs’ Marchenko Silencing Critics After Hat Trick Performance
Previously, I wrote an article on why the early criticism of Toronto Maple Leafs rookie Gavin McKenna was completely unwarranted. McKenna responded with a multi-point effort and got more comfortable…
Maple Leafs Have 2 Big Problems Holding Them Back
The Toronto Maple Leafs are still finding their footing under new head coach Jim Hiller. There have been encouraging moments, including a strong offensive performance against the Colorado Avalanche, but…
Top 3 Capitals Performers So Far This Season
The Washington Capitals are off to a respectable 4-3-0 start to the 2026-27 NHL season. As of Friday, they have eight points and sit at third in the Metropolitan Division,…
Jets’ Namestnikov Out Week-to-Week With Lower-Body Injury
Winnipeg Jets forward Vladislav Namestnikov is out week to week with a lower-body injury, as per head coach Scott Arniel. Namestnikov was injured when he “took a tumble into the…
Canadiens Are Failing at the Details
The Montreal Canadiens have had a curious start to the 2026-27 season. The club hasn’t performed poorly. In some respects, they’ve done quite admirably. Yet they rank seventh in the…
3 Thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ 5-4 Overtime Loss to the Sabres
The Toronto Maple Leafs are making life difficult for themselves early this season. Thursday night’s 5-4 overtime loss to the Buffalo Sabres was another example of a team that can…
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