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Hurricanes & Alexander Nikishin In Contract Stalemate
When it comes to the curious case of the Carolina Hurricanes and Alexander Nikishin, it’s been interesting to say the least. Just over a month since winning the Stanley Cup,…
NHL’s Atlantic Division Might Be Different in 2026-27 Without the Olympics
One of the habits I carried with me from more than 40 years as a university professor is that I still tend to think in research questions. When something interesting…
The Sharks Just Bet Their Future on Macklin Celebrini, and It’s the Right Call
Every rebuild eventually reaches a moment of commitment. The point where a franchise stops accumulating assets and starts paying to keep them. For the San Jose Sharks, that moment arrived…
Canucks’ 5 Burning Questions Heading Into 2026-27 Season
It seems like a lifetime ago when the Vancouver Canucks were one of the NHL’s elite powers. But really, it’s only been two seasons. The endless drama, locker-room issues and…
Today in Hockey History: Aug. 1
Yesterday in Hockey History: July 31 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Aug 2 Aug. 1 is a great date in the history of the New York Rangers as they signed a…
Predicting Will Smith’s Extension With the Sharks After Macklin Celebrini’s Record-Breaking Deal
The San Jose Sharks inked franchise cornerstone Macklin Celebrini to a five-year, $94 million deal with an $18.8 million average annual value (AAV), eclipsing Leo Carlsson’s $18 million AAV for…
Canucks News & Rumours: Pettersson, Wright & Bigger Questions
The Vancouver Canucks are once again connected to an interesting trade possibility. Reports that the team has shown interest in Seattle Kraken centre Shane Wright have created speculation about what…
Likeliest Canadiens to Win NHL Awards in 2026-27
It’s getting to where betting against the Canadiens is unwise, including from an awards perspective. Here are the top five to win in 2026-27:
Jack Eichel Has Become the Greatest Player in Golden Knights History
When the Vegas Golden Knights acquired Jack Eichel from the Buffalo Sabres in November 2021, the move came with enormous expectations. Vegas didn’t trade for a good player — they…
Revisiting the Canadiens’ Tyler Toffoli Trade
The Montreal Canadiens have made several important trades during their rebuild, but one that often flies under the radar is the Tyler Toffoli deal with the Calgary Flames. At the…
The New York Rangers Don’t Have a Bad Contract
At this point in the NHL offseason, fans and writers like to look at their team’s roster and see which players have good contracts and which have bad ones. A…
Wild 2025-26 Report Cards: Joel Eriksson Ek
The offseason is still moving along slowly, but the upcoming NHL season is coming faster than we all think since they’re starting slightly earlier this year. That means we’re down…
3 Questions the Capitals Must Answer Before the Season Begins
After acquiring highly-priced wingers Alex Tuch and Jordan Kyrou this offseason, the Washington Capitals made it abundantly clear that missing the playoffs during the remainder of Alex Ovechkin’s NHL career…
Penguins Prospect Zam Plante Is Entering a Decision Season
Zam Plante produced one of the strongest offensive seasons in the Pittsburgh Penguins’ prospect pool, but the next step in his development remains less certain than the numbers suggest. The…
2026-27 Stanley Cup Contender Tiers: From Championship Hopes to Just Happy to Be Here
As is the case every season, the moment the Carolina Hurricanes captured the Stanley Cup, the hockey world began looking ahead to the 2026-27 season. Everyone wants to get the…
Hurricanes Have a Clear Choice When it Comes to Kotkaniemi vs. Nadeau
We are 60 days from opening night. As the days tick away, fans are still wondering if the Carolina Hurricanes will make any moves before the 2026-27 season begins. However,…
Today in Hockey History: July 31
Yesterday in Hockey History: July 30 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Aug 1 July 31 is full of big names. One of the greatest undrafted players in the history of the…
Trending or Ending: Is Marchenko to the Canadiens Still Happening?
Few rumors have generated as much back-and-forth this summer as the idea of Kirill Marchenko landing in Montreal. With talk that a Marchenko trade feels all but imminent, some reports…
Penguins’ Evgeni Malkin Has a Crucial Role Beyond Scoring
Evgeni Malkin turns 40 today, but the most meaningful story about this milestone birthday has little to do with his age. Malkin remains productive enough to help the Pittsburgh Penguins…
Kashawn Aitcheson & Cole Eiserman Represent Islanders at the NHLPA Rookie Showcase
The two top New York Islanders prospects attended the NHLPA Rookie Showcase, and the Islanders added more depth to their AHL Hamilton Hammers roster. Top Islanders Prospects in Chicago This…
Penguins’ Tommy Novak Extension Carries Real Risk
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed Tommy Novak to a three-year contract extension, keeping him off the free-agent market next summer. The deal begins in 2027-28 and runs through 2029-30, with…
Revisiting Vezina Trophy Seasons: Roy Worters’ 1930-31 Season
Nicknamed Shrimp, Roy Worters is the smallest goalie to even win the top individual award for NHL goaltenders. Born in Toronto in 1900, Worters was a part of the 1920…
NHL Rumors: Oilers’ Coaching Twist, Werenski Drama, and Penguins Plans
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, one reporter suggests the Edmonton Oilers may have missed out on their top coaching target by one week. Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets aren’t necessarily…
Maple Leafs’ Forgotten Ones: Joffrey Lupul
From 2011 to 2016, Joffrey Lupul played 280 career games with the Toronto Maple Leafs before injuries forced him into early retirement in 2017. His 40th birthday was in Sep.…
Revisiting the Florida Panthers’ 1993 Expansion Draft
The Florida Panthers’ rich history traces back to a fateful night in June 1993, when the newest NHL franchises, including the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, began assembling their rosters ahead…
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