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Predicting the Seattle Kraken’s 2026-27 Opening Night Lineup
The Seattle Kraken enter the 2026-27 season with plenty of optimism and just as many questions. After a busy start to July, the roster appears deeper than it did a…
Chicago Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Grades: Goaltenders
The Chicago Blackhawks finished their 2025-26 campaign 31st in the league, with a record of 29-39-14 and 72 points. It was an improvement from last season’s totals of 25-46-11 (61 points), but the…
Red Wings’ Worst-Case Scenarios for the 2026-27 Season
As the Detroit Red Wings continue to navigate an offseason full of questions and turmoil, the organization will be entering a pivotal 2026-27 season. There is still hope and reason…
Matthew Savoie’s Agent Gives Update on Extension Discussions With Oilers
Several teams are getting their own business done with their respective players who are eligible for an extension, including the San Jose Sharks, who have locked up Macklin Celebrini, and…
Spencer Carbery Details Plans for Washington Capitals Newcomers
After missing the playoffs last season, the Washington Capitals had to make some strategic moves to set themselves up for success ahead of this season. General manager Chris Patrick and…
Coachella Valley Firebirds Re-Sign Gustav Olofsson to a 1-Year Deal
On Wednesday, July 29, the Coachella Valley Firebirds, the Seattle Kraken’s American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate team, announced they have re-signed defenseman Gustav Olofsson to a one-year contract. Olofsson has…
Calgary Flames’ 5 Biggest Questions Entering 2026-27
The 2026-27 season could be a difficult one in terms of wins for the Calgary Flames, but that doesn’t mean their fan base has nothing to be excited about. This…
NHL Rumors: Kane Wants Toews Back, Canadiens Big Trade, McDavid’s Toronto Comments
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Patrick Kane is trying to convince Jonathan Toews to make a comeback with the Chicago Blackhawks, and the retired forward might be contemplating it. Meanwhile,…
Oilers Didn’t Upgrade Their Goaltending This Offseason
If you were to ask most Edmonton Oilers fans, they would be happy with the way the offseason has panned out so far. They were able to move out an…
Ken Holland & Steve Yzerman Both Responsible for Red Wings’ Current Problems
In the wake of Steve Yzerman stepping down as Detroit Red Wings general manager (GM) after seven seasons, there were a handful of people who came to his defense despite…
Today in Hockey History: July 29
Yesterday in Hockey History: July 28 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 30 July 29 has been full of Hall of Fame names and players. One was born in Canada, one…
Brad Treliving’s Worst Moves as Maple Leafs General Manager
The Toronto Maple Leafs firing general manager Brad Treliving came as a surprise this late into the season with seven games remaining. While it was a decision that needed to…
5 Rookie Goalies Who Came Out of Nowhere to Win Stanley Cup
Going back to Canadiens-great Ken Dryden, five other goalies up to now have notably followed in his skates to win the Stanley Cup as rookies.
Revisiting the Hurricanes & Oilers Foegele-for-Bear Trade
After rather disappointing ends to the 2020-21 season for both the Edmonton Oilers and Carolina Hurricanes, both teams were looking for a change. While sometimes big changes are the go-to,…
Devils Re-Sign Topias Vilen to a 1-Year Deal
On Wednesday, the New Jersey Devils re-signed defenseman Topias Vilen to a one-year, two-way contract. The contract breakdown is as follows: $850,000 at the NHL level and $150,000 at the…
NHL Rumors: Celebrini’s Deal, Hughes Extension, DeBrincat Trade…
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the San Jose Sharks have signed Macklin Celebrini to a five-year contract extension that carries an AAV of $18.8 million per season. What went into…
3 Hurricanes Looking to Take the Next Step Following Stanley Cup Win
Heading into the 2026-27 season, the Carolina Hurricanes are seeking to defend their Stanley Cup title. After scoring the most goals in franchise history (291), the Hurricanes, if fully healthy,…
The Maple Leafs Pressure Cooker: Appreciation Often Comes Too Late
The Toronto Maple Leafs have missed the playoffs only once in recent years, but something interesting seems to be happening around the way fans are talking about the team’s recent…
Sharks Sign Macklin Celebrini to 5-Year Extension
The San Jose Sharks announced Wednesday morning that they have signed star forward Macklin Celebrini to a five-year extension worth $18.8 million a season. The Vancouver native will be the…
Canucks News & Rumours: Cootes & Willander Could Help Shape Vancouver’s Future
The Vancouver Canucks are entering an important stage of their roster building. The organization is focused on developing young talent, creating internal competition, and finding players who can grow into…
Hurricanes Winning the Stanley Cup Changes All the Narratives
It’s been a unique summer for the Carolina Hurricanes. As the reigning Stanley Cup Champions, celebrations are being enjoyed by everyone on the roster that captured the Cup just six…
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Best-Case Scenarios for Akhtyamov & Paul
The Toronto Maple Leafs are still weeks away from training camp, but this is the time of year when it’s worth looking beyond the headlines. The biggest stories might have…
Blue Jackets’ Jet Greaves Talks NHL Journey, New Contract & Being Ready for More
A lot has happened over the course of the last 5-6 years for Columbus Blue Jackets’ goaltender Jet Greaves. He was one of many players who was directly impacted by…
MacKenzie Weegar Already Feels at Home in Utah After First Season With Mammoth
It’s not easy to leave a city you thought you were going to live in forever, especially when you sign a long-term contract with that team. However, in sports, no…
Vancouver Canucks’ 3 Worst Contracts for 2026-27
The Vancouver Canucks are coming off a really rough season. One of the worst in franchise history. Unfortunately, while the Canucks didn’t and don’t have a good roster, part of…
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