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In an interview with The Athletic, Dean Evason revealed how emotional he and Bill Guerin got when Guerin fired him in 2023. Evason said he walked into Guerin’s office and immediately knew why Guerin had summoned him. “Are you firing me, bud?” Evason said he asked Guerin. “He said, ‘Yeah,...
The Jets are on their bye week, but the team is working out a number of players, including free agent quarterbacks. Now it should be noted that there isn’t anything unusual about a team working out free agents. Frequently teams do this just for due diligence. If an injury opens a roster spot, you need […]
The New York Islanders visit Raleigh to take on the Carolina Hurricanes tonight at the Lenovo Center. Game time is 7:30 P.M. Rod Brind’Amour confirmed that Brandon Bussi will get the start for Carolina. The goalie is 2-1-0 in three starts for the Canes with a save percentage of .911 and a GAA of 2.33. […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Bills fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Buffalo Bills got back on track with a win against the Carolina Panthers in Week […]
From the start of the 2021-22 season, Igor Shesterkin has a record of 137-73-21 and ranks third in the NHL in Sv% at .917 and fifth in GAA at 2.50. He’s been one of the best goalies in the NHL — except when he plays the Edmonton Oilers. In 230 starts vs. the rest of…
Another UFA off the board.
The Green Bay Packers (5-1-1) host the Carolina Panthers (4-4) on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at Lambeau Field and will aim to extend a three-game winning streak. Check out the best bets. Sign up for Fubo to watch the NFL, live sports and entertainment without cable! Best Over/Under Bet O/U Pick: Over (44.5) The Packers and their opponent have combined to score over 44.5 points in five of seven games this year, which is this game’s set total. The Panthers have played in five games thi...
For the 12th time, it's the Biggest Game of the Year.
With 10 games under their belts, the Winnipeg Jets ( 7-3-0 ) and Chicago Blackhawks ( 5-3-2 ) are only separated by 2 points in the Central Division standings. The two rival franchises have had a common trait that has helped them to success this season ( graphic via MoneyPuck ): As you can see, the Jets & Blackhawks’ starting goaltenders have been excellent to begin the 2025-26 NHL campaign. Spencer Knight & Connor Hellebuyck are chasing the lead in the Goals Saved Above Expected cat...
The Montreal Canadiens made two roster moves on Thursday that will greatly help the Laval Rocket. Defenders David Reinbacher and William Trudeau, who have been out since training camp, took the next step towards being able to play AHL games. Les Canadiens ont placé le nom du défenseur William Trudeau au ballottage dans le but de le céder au Rocket de Laval. The Canadiens have placed defenseman William Trudeau on waivers for the purpose of a loan to the Laval Rocket. — Canadiens Mont...
The Blackhawks kick off a long road trip on Thursday night up in Canada against the Winnipeg Jets — and franchise icon Jonathan Toews. The Jets are off to a solid start through their first 10 games, sitting at a 7-3-0 record and looking like a team that’s found its footing early — or at least knows how to lean hard on Connor Hellebuyck until the rest catches up. The Jets are coming off a 4–3 overtime win against the Wild on Tuesday, and it’s a recap that will be familiar to Blackhawks fan...
It isn’t at the United Center, but that likely won’t change the emotions for many Blackhawks fans as they watch Jonathan Toews face his former team for the first time. The Jets come in only 3-3-0 at home (they’re undefeated on the road) and in third place in the Central Division. The Blackhawks, meanwhile, are only two points behind the Jets with both teams having played ten games. Note: Ilya Mikheyev was on the ice with the team for the morning skate, but Blackhawks head coach Jeff Bla...
The writing was on the wall with where the new salary cap market was heading and the Colorado Avalanche decided to finally lock up their top line star Martin Nečas to an eight-year extension. The contract doesn’t come cheap after an offseason of the bar continually getting raised with new contract extensions on the projected […]
For the 317th and 318th time in the long-standing rivalry, the Wisconsin Badgers and Minnesota Golden Gophers men’s hockey teams will battle at the Kohl Center to kick off conference play. Bucky endured the season sweep last year against Minnesota, but looks to get back on top when they put their six-game unbeaten streak to […]
We keep talking about how limited the options are for teams to make significant improvement via free agency . One name many Blackhawks fans have liked for a couple years — including me — is now off the market for the 2026 shopping season. On Thursday, the Colorado Avalance signed forward Martin Nečas to a blockbuster contract. The deal is reportedly an eight-year, $92M extension ($11.5M AAV). MORE MARTY PARTIES IN COLORADO pic.twitter.com/MmnzVEAgp5 — Colorado Avalanche (@Avala...
The Colorado Avalanche have locked up Martin Necas for the long term, agreeing on an eight year, $92 million deal at a whopping $11.5 million AAV. According to Elliotte Friedman , the contract is front-loaded with $60M in signing bonuses, and includes a full no-move clause for the first 7 years of the deal. It brings to an end, essentially, the long, drawn-out affair that began with the Avs’ sudden, shocking trade of superstar Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes for Necas la...
Liverpool are a club on the precipice of crisis as October reaches its end, with the defending Premier League champions having now lost six of their last seven games in all competitions and with four straight defeats in the league plummeting the Reds to seventh, level with Aston Villa. Things have been especially difficult for […]
The Philadelphia Flyers have made the first significant trade of the season and it involves a once highly thought of prospect going to the Dallas Stars organization. Announced by the team on Thursday morning, the Flyers have traded 22-year-old winger Samu Tuomaala to the Stars in exchange for fellow-22-year-old defenseman Christian Kyrou. The deal is one for one. TRADE ALERT: We’ve acquired defenseman Christian Kyrou from Dallas in exchange for forward Samu Tuomaala. https://t.co/89I...
The New Jersey Devils , despite a stumble against the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday, are off to a red-hot start to the season, at 8-2-0, leading the Metropolitan Division. So far, particularly with the sizzling performance of Jack Hughes, along with the rest of their top forwards, the preseason need of a top-six boost has fallen by the wayside at this point. But as noted by New Jersey Hockey Now's James Nichols , reinforcements will be needed at some point, and they're still looking for ...
Is Christian Dvorak going to score a goal on Thursday, when his Philadelphia Flyers meet the Nashville Predators at 7:00 PM ET? Stats and trends are provided in this article, to help you make the best bet. Christian Dvorak Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Predators Anytime Goal Odds: +475 (Bet $10 to win $47.50 if he scores a goal) Dvorak Goals Betting Stats Dvorak has registered a point in three games this season, including one multiple-point game. In two of nine games this season, Dvo...
When the Nashville Predators play the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday, is Ryan O’Reilly likely to score? Stats and trends to help you make the right call are available in this article, so take advantage before the game starts at 7:00 PM ET. Ryan O’Reilly Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Flyers Anytime Goal Odds: +220 (Bet $10 to win $22.00 if he scores a goal) O’Reilly Goals Betting Stats In every game O’Reilly has played with a set points prop — one opportunity — he’s exceeded the prop t...
At 7:00 PM ET on Thursday, the Nashville Predators will face the Philadelphia Flyers — is Cole Smith going to light the lamp? Insights and trends are available here, to assist you in making the right call. Cole Smith Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Flyers Anytime Goal Odds: +750 (Bet $10 to win $75.00 if he scores a goal) Smith Goals Betting Stats Smith has registered a point in three of his 11 contests so far this season. Smith has scored in three of 11 games this season, but only one...
Is Filip Forsberg likely to score a goal on Thursday, when his Nashville Predators face the Philadelphia Flyers at 7:00 PM ET? Stats and trends are provided here, to help you make the best bet. Filip Forsberg Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Flyers Anytime Goal Odds: +200 (Bet $10 to win $20.00 if he scores a goal) Forsberg Goals Betting Stats In each game Forsberg has played with a set points prop — one opportunity — he’s gone over the prop total. Through 11 games played this season, F...
At 7:00 PM ET on Thursday, the Philadelphia Flyers will face the Nashville Predators — is Owen Tippett going to light the lamp? Insights and statistics are available here, to assist you in making the best bet. Owen Tippett Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Predators Anytime Goal Odds: +240 (Bet $10 to win $24.00 if he scores a goal) Tippett Goals Betting Stats In every contest Tippett has played with a set points prop (out of one opportunity), he’s fallen short of the prop total. Tippett...
Will Bobby Brink score for the Philadelphia Flyers versus the Nashville Predators on Thursday? Stats and trends are available in this article, to help you make the best bet before the game starts at 7:00 PM ET. Bobby Brink Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Predators Anytime Goal Odds: +370 (Bet $10 to win $37.00 if he scores a goal) Brink Goals Betting Stats Brink has recorded a point in five games this season. He has posted two multiple-point games. Brink has scored in three of nine gam...