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The Hockey Writers Monday, January 31, 2022 11:55 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, Carey Price spoke with the media and talked about his desire to return to the NHL and the Montreal Canadiens. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 31, 2022 11:47 AM
     They say hindsight is 20/20. So, I'm quite positive every single NHL general manager looks back wistfully at former players who simply couldn't cut the mustard on his team but…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 31, 2022 11:43 AM
     The NHL has a long and storied existence. Legendary teams, lines and players serve as a reminder of days gone by while today's players continue to forge the legacy left…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 31, 2022 11:39 AM
     The beginnings of the San Jose Sharks history can be traced back almost fifty years ago to the 1967 NHL expansion. At the time, the NHL wanted to expand the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 31, 2022 11:15 AM
     In this edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumors, general manager Brad Treliving is reportedly interested in a couple of Vancouver Canucks: J.T. Miller and Conor Garland. In other news,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 31, 2022 11:05 AM
     Welcome to the 14th edition of my weekly NHL Power Rankings for The Hockey Writers, where the league's top half is evaluated. These rankings will focus on how the teams…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 31, 2022 10:45 AM
     The Dallas Stars were spotty in October, followed by a promising November, then they rounded out the year with an inconsistent December. Now in January, they have a 22-16-2 record…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 31, 2022 10:35 AM
     The passion the Edmonton Oilers' fanbase has for their team is immense. Earlier in the season when the team was 16-5, fans were screaming outside of Rogers Place and banged…

Jan 31, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 30, 2022 6:30 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' News & Rumors, we'll look at some of the key players during the 7-4 comeback victory over the Detroit Red Wings. We'll also…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 30, 2022 5:40 PM
     The Seattle Kraken are halfway through their inaugural season, and general manager (GM) Ron Francis will be listening to trade offers until the March 21 trade deadline passes. The Kraken…

Jan 30, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 30, 2022 11:55 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, there is a lot of chatter surrounding the Vancouver Canucks and the potential trade candidates extend well beyond just J.T. Miller. Meanwhile, could the Florida…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 30, 2022 11:32 AM
     Last Game Vancouver Canucks 0 Final/OT Calgary Flames 1 NHL Standings Game Details Canucks(19-19-6, 44 pts) Flames(21-13-6, 48 pts) Johnny Gaudreau – 1 goal Elias Lindholm – 1 assist Thatcher…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 30, 2022 11:25 AM
     The Montreal Canadiens may not be doing much winning this season, but the Laval Rocket, their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, are in playoff contention at the halfway point of…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 30, 2022 11:05 AM
     The tides are shifting in Vancouver. The Canucks have a new general manager in Patrik Allvin and have made sweeping changes to their front office and coaching staff. With those turning tides…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 30, 2022 10:04 AM
     Last Game Detroit Red Wings 4 vs. Final Toronto Maple Leafs 7 NHL Standings Game Details Red Wings (19-20-6, 44 pts) Maple Leafs(27-10-3, 57 pts) Dylan Larkin.- 2 goals, 1…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 30, 2022 9:55 AM
     On this date in National Hockey League history, the best two players of their generation hit major milestones on the same night. Also, a whole slew of Hockey Hall of…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 30, 2022 9:40 AM
     On Thursday (Jan. 27) the Edmonton Oilers signed Evander Kane to a one-year contract that reportedly comes with a $750,000 salary and $625,000 in bonuses. Kane had recently become a…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 30, 2022 9:20 AM
     Once again, no current NHL players will be in action at the Winter Olympics. That doesn't mean there won't be any familiar names on the scoresheets. We're going to do…

Jan 29, 23:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 29, 2022 6:40 PM
     As January winds down, the Chicago Blackhawks are on the outside looking in when it comes to securing a spot in the playoffs. All signs point towards them being sellers…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 29, 2022 5:10 PM
     The "NHL Talk" column is your go-to for daily quotes from your favourite players, coaches, managers, and more. Also, listen to THW Podcast on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to…

Jan 29, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 29, 2022 9:55 AM
     The Arizona Coyotes returned to Glendale after completing a 1-3 east coast swing, welcoming the Boston Bruins to Gila River Arena on Friday night with the hopes of beating them…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 29, 2022 9:45 AM
     "Pat led. He spoke directly and honestly with you. It's hard to quite describe something like 'presence.' Physically, he was a big man, an immaculate dresser, and always, when he'd…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 29, 2022 9:35 AM
     Connor Hellebuyck is a workhorse, but even a workhorse needs a rest now and then. The 3 Guarantees of Life: Death, Taxes, and Hellebuyck Starting in Goal The Jets' number-one…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 29, 2022 9:25 AM
     We are close to the halfway point of the 2021-22 Edmonton Oilers season, and it feels like it's been two seasons rolled into one. The Oilers started the 21-22 campaign…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 29, 2022 9:15 AM
     The Detroit Red Wings are now a little over halfway through the 2021-22 season. After winning 36 out of 127 games over the two previous seasons, the Red Wings have…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 29, 2022 9:05 AM
     While the Buffalo Sabres have found many ways to make their season go from bad to worse, one of the major contributing factors to that idea has been the production…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 29, 2022 8:55 AM
     Any preseason optimism a Montreal Canadiens player would be in line for an NHL award? Long gone. That only goes for official awards, though.

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 29, 2022 8:45 AM
     The Florida Panthers are one of the league's best. They are currently tied for first, honing a record of 29-9-5 with 63 points through 43 games played. With that in…

Jan 28, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 4:35 PM
     It's safe to say that the Chicago Blackhawks have made streaking a theme of their 2021-22 campaign. They began 2022 by losing their sixth straight, only to win their next…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 4:25 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers have had a tale of two seasons, the start being very good and recently before they snapped their losing skid with three consecutive wins, they just couldn't…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 4:10 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' News & Rumors, we'll look at the team's special team revival as well as the recent up-and-down play of both goalie Jack Campbell…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 4:00 PM
     The "NHL Talk" column is your go-to for daily hockey stories with quotes from your favourite players and staff. In this edition of NHL Sound Bites, a New York Rangers…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 3:35 PM
     After winning the Presidents' Trophy last season, awarded to the team with the NHL's best regular season record, the Colorado Avalanche made an early and disappointing exit from the playoffs,…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 3:25 PM
     A fully healthy forward group and a new addition upfront? Who would've thought the Edmonton Oilers' fortunes would turn this much and they would be able to ice such a…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 3:18 PM
     *This was originally published in Oct. 2021 This week marks the 20th anniversary of the Edmonton Oilers' original third jersey. Designed by legendary comic book artist and writer Todd McFarlane,…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 3:15 PM
     Jim Benning was the general manager of the Vancouver Canucks from May 23, 2014 until Dec. 5, 2021. During his time as GM, he made questionable signings, free agents, and…

Jan 28, 09:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 8:55 AM
     In the latest edition of Vancouver Canucks' News & Rumors, the club named Patrik Allvin as their 12th general manager (GM) on Wednesday. Additionally, there is an update on a…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 8:45 AM
     The Winnipeg Jets' defensive depth is being tested in a big way at the same time the team is struggling mightily to put together a 60-minute effort. On Thursday against…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 8:35 AM
     Despite a wealth of depth and a good season to this point, the St. Louis Blues have room for improvement. As a contending team, they are likely to explore all…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 8:25 AM
     For all their skill and quality, many have rightfully questioned whether the Colorado Avalanche have the right mentality to be winners. Do they have the leaders, drive, determination and sheer…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 8:09 AM
     Last Game Tampa Bay Lightning 3 Final New Jersey Devils 2 Game Details NHL Standings Lightning (29-10-5, 63 pts) Devils(15-22-5, 35 pts) Joseph, Killorn, Cirelli – 1 goal each Damon…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 28, 2022 7:12 AM
     Last Game Carolina Hurricanes 3 Final/SO Ottawa Senators 2 NHL Standings Game Details Hurricanes (29-9-2, 60 pts) Senators(13-20-4, 30 pts) Niederreiter, Stepan – 1 goal Formenton, Paul – 1 goal…

Jan 27, 21:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 27, 2022 5:35 PM
     We've effectively reached the midway point of the 2021-22 season, and the Carolina Hurricanes have plenty to be proud of from the first half of games. With the best points…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 27, 2022 5:10 PM
     The search is over. The Vancouver Canucks have a new general manager (GM) in Patrik Allvin, formally of the Pittsburgh Penguins. With his hiring, they now have three former Penguins…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 27, 2022 5:00 PM
     In this edition of the NHL Stat Corner, we look at the records and milestones that came from the beating the Calgary Flames put on the Columbus Blue Jackets. We…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 27, 2022 4:50 PM
     With Drew Doughty set to become the fifth player in Los Angeles Kings' history to play 1,000 games for the organization, I've decided to look back at the four other…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 27, 2022 4:40 PM
     The St. Louis Blues are back home in their own beds and in the comfort of friends and family once more after a three-game road trip through Seattle, Vancouver, and Calgary that…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 27, 2022 4:30 PM
     Despite the Philadelphia Flyers losing the last 13 straight games and falling even further down in the standings, National Hockey League history was made Tuesday evening as Keith Yandle broke…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 27, 2022 3:45 PM
     The San Jose Sharks' up-and-down season took another positive turn in the Nation's capital. Now we'll see if they can ride the momentum into the upcoming long break. After two…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 27, 2022 3:35 PM
     Welcome to Pittsburgh Penguins News & Rumors, where we cover all the hot topics about the club and dive into more than just box scores. Get ready for some rapid-fire…

Jan 27, 08:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 27, 2022 7:41 AM
     Last Game Toronto Maple Leafs 4 Final (SO) Anaheim Ducks 3 NHL Standings Game Details Toronto Maple Leafs(26-10-3, 55 points) Anaheim Ducks(21-16-8, 50 points) Tavares, Marner, Nylander – 1 goal,…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 27, 2022 6:44 AM
     Last Game Boston Bruins 3 Final/OT Colorado Avalanche 4 NHL Standings Game Details Bruins (24-13-3, 51 pts) Avalanche (30-8-6, 63 pts) DeBrusk, Coyle, Marchand – goal Makar, Landeskog – goal,…

Jan 26, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 26, 2022 5:40 PM
     Many fans hoped that we would finally get to see Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid play together on Team Canada for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. Unfortunately, with the NHL…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 26, 2022 5:15 PM
     The "NHL Sound Bites" column is your go-to for daily hockey stories with quotes from your favourite players and staff. In this edition of NHL Sound Bites, the San Jose…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 26, 2022 5:05 PM
     Before the season started, I made a handful of predictions about how the Los Angeles Kings' season would go. From where they would finish in the standings, to how individual…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 26, 2022 4:55 PM
     Chris Kreider is one of the best storylines to emerge this 2021-22 season for the New York Rangers, which speaks volumes given the team is performing well better than expected.…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 26, 2022 4:35 PM
     The "NHL Sound Bites" column is your go-to for daily hockey stories with quotes from your favourite players and staff. In this edition of NHL Sound Bites, a Philadelphia Flyers…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 26, 2022 4:15 PM
     Welcome back to Red Wings Wednesday Weekly! In this weekly column, we will take a look at the Red Wings' most-recent week of play, identify any players and/or trends that…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 26, 2022 4:05 PM
     As the Philadelphia Flyers continue to lose, they now find themselves near the bottom of the standings and out of the playoff race, which all but confirms they will be sellers at…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 26, 2022 3:55 PM
     Dylan Holloway's pro debut was a long time coming, but his arrival in the NHL won't require as much patience. After an impressive first two outings in the American Hockey…

Jan 26, 07:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 26, 2022 6:25 AM
     Last Game Carolina Hurricanes 4 Final/OT Vegas Golden Knights 3 NHL Standings Game Details Hurricanes (28-9-2, 58 pts) Golden Knights(25-15-3, 53 pts) Sebastian Aho – 2 goals Nolan Patrick –…

Jan 25, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 25, 2022 4:55 PM
     Josh Anderson was acquired in a trade between the Montreal Canadiens and Columbus Blue Jackets back on Oct. 6, 2020. Since then, he has quickly become a fan favorite in…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 25, 2022 4:45 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks have had a rollercoaster of a 2021-22 season so far, to put it mildly. Honestly, it's been a tale of two seasons. Pre-Bruce Boudreau, they were 8-15-2.…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 25, 2022 4:35 PM
     While the Washington Capitals have done an admirable job with all the injuries, COVID protocols and suspension absences they've faced this season, it appears the results lately are beginning to…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 25, 2022 4:18 PM
     From A-to-Z, or rather from Frederik Andersen to Ken Wregget, the Toronto Maple Leafs have had nearly a hundred goaltenders take the ice. As one of the NHL's original six…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 25, 2022 4:15 PM
     The Florida Panthers are on fire as of late. They've won seven of their last 10 games and have collected a point in eight of those last 10 games. Furthermore,…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 25, 2022 4:08 PM
     It's rare that one trade catches an entire sport by surprise, but when the Montreal Canadiens dealt defenseman Chris Chelios and a second-round draft choice to the Chicago Blackhawks for…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 25, 2022 4:05 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers finally got back into the win column with a victory over the Calgary Flames in a much-anticipated Battle of Alberta. That brings the Oilers to a 4-0-0…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 25, 2022 4:01 PM
     For nine years, Hall of Fame defenseman Chris Chelios was one of the most beloved players in Chicago Blackhawks history. He fell out of favor with Blackhawks fans shortly after…

Jan 25, 06:00

Jan 24, 17:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, January 24, 2022 4:50 PM
     When the NHL and NHLPA made the drastic announcement that NHL players would not be going to Beijing to compete in the 2022 Olympics, fans wondered who would fill the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 24, 2022 4:30 PM
     A win is a win, even if it's a non-impressive win. Earning the points wasn't the worry in the Washington Capitals 3-2 overtime victory over the Ottawa Senators Saturday night;…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 24, 2022 4:10 PM
     The recent COVID outbreak experienced by the Toronto Maple Leafs revealed the team is not as deep as previously thought. General manager Kyle Dubas still has some work to do…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 24, 2022 4:00 PM
     In this edition of Los Angeles Kings News & Rumors, I'll be discussing some updates on the Jakob Chychrun front, a check-in on the Ontario Reign, and a recent Athletic…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 24, 2022 3:50 PM
     In this edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumors, Blake Coleman spoke about his excitement prior to Saturday night's game in what was his first experience playing in the Battle…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 24, 2022 3:40 PM
     With the Boston Bruins having a 24-12-2 record, it seems inevitable that they will be buyers as we inch closer to the deadline. One team who they should certainly be…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 24, 2022 2:50 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs play at home on Wednesday against the Anaheim Ducks and then go out on the road for a game in Detroit against the Red Wings. After…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 24, 2022 2:25 PM
     Insiders suggest the Edmonton Oilers are not one of the many teams in the running to try and acquire defenseman Jakob Chychrun. While the cost of acquisition is likely the…

Jan 24, 04:00

Jan 23, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 23, 2022 2:50 PM
     The St. Louis Blues have crossed the border and gone fishing – for Canucks that is. This is the first of three games between the two franchises this season. Should mistakes be…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 23, 2022 2:20 PM
     Most insiders have the Toronto Maple Leafs being an active team prior to this year's NHL trade deadline. A roster that is talented, but inconsistent at times is built to…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 23, 2022 1:50 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are believed to have looked into almost every available goaltender, while another team has jumped into the mix on Evander Kane. The…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 23, 2022 1:37 PM
     In a month from now, the Toronto Maple Leafs' six-game road trip will look like a success. And it has been, in its own way. I'm sure that Maple Leafs'…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 23, 2022 1:20 PM
     Arizona Coyotes' defenseman Jakob Chychrun has been the recent subject of many trade rumors. He's reportedly available now and to the surprise of no one, many teams are expressing interest…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 23, 2022 1:05 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens season is now no longer about competing for a playoff position, it is about simply being competitive. In the week of Jan. 17-23, 2022, the Habs played…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 23, 2022 12:55 PM
     There is life for the Vancouver Canucks all of a sudden. Since the recent coaching change of bringing on Bruce Boudreau, they have a record of 10-3-2 and have made…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, January 23, 2022 12:40 PM
     It has been a while since we've seen the Edmonton Oilers' power play do some damage in a game, and what a perfect time to come alive in the Battle…

Jan 23, 04:00

Jan 22, 15:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 22, 2022 2:15 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers placed forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins on long-term injury reserve (LTIR) this week. The move will take his $5.125 million salary and give the Oilers an additional $5.6 million…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 22, 2022 1:40 PM
     Before the start of the 2021-22 NHL season, I set out to make three bold Colorado Avalanche predictions for the upcoming year, hoping to flaunt my ironclad prognostication skills. As…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 22, 2022 1:30 PM
     The New Jersey Devils are looking to earn two points against the Carolina Hurricanes after suffering three consecutive losses. It will be their first game since their frustrating and disappointing…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 22, 2022 1:20 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs and Anaheim Ducks have trade history dating back to the Joffrey Lupul and Jake Gardiner days and it's now been a while since the two teams…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 22, 2022 1:10 PM
     Welcome to Pittsburgh Penguins News & Rumors, where we cover all the hot topics about the club and dive into more than just box scores. Get ready for some rapid-fire…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 22, 2022 12:42 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' News & Rumors, we'll focus on the game tonight against the New York Islanders. It's a game that will decide if the road…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 22, 2022 11:58 AM
     Last Game Seattle Kraken 0 Final/SO St. Louis Blues 5 NHL Standings Game Details Kraken(12-24-4, 28 pts) Blues(24-11-5, 53 pts) Brandon Saad – 2 assists Bozak, Kyrou, Buchnevich, Schenn, Parayko…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, January 22, 2022 11:46 AM
     Last Game Vancouver Canucks 1 Final/SO Florida Panthers 2 NHL Standings Game Details Canucks(18-18-4, 40 pts) Panthers(28-8-5, 61 pts) Alex Chiasson – 1 goal Sam Reinhart – 1 goal Pearson,…

Jan 22, 02:00

Jan 21, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, January 21, 2022 1:46 PM
     It may be called the National Hockey League, but it sure feels more like it could be an international one. Of course, the now-defunct International Hockey League was in operation…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 21, 2022 1:43 PM
     – latest update: Aug. 2021 With over 100 years of history, it should come as no surprise that the NHL has seen its share of sibling rivalries. In some cases,…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 21, 2022 1:39 PM
     As the 1960s gave way to the 1970s, the Montréal Canadiens found themselves lagging behind their forever rivals, the Boston Bruins. At the start of the 1970-71 season, The Beantowners…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 21, 2022 1:30 PM
     In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks' News & Rumors, the Canucks had a Thursday packed with news. J.T. Miller is involved in trade rumors, while the forward and Thatcher…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 21, 2022 1:20 PM
     The San Jose Sharks are in a playoff spot – but with a few caveats. The first is that the Sharks have played between four and six games more than…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 21, 2022 1:05 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I want to share some of the notes I've been taking over the past few days. In these notes, I'll…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 21, 2022 12:15 PM
     In this edition of Stars' News & Rumors, Jason Robertson returns from injury in style, Joe Pavelski is the lone Stars' All-Star, and more! Robertson Returns In Style Jason Robertson…

The Hockey Writers Friday, January 21, 2022 11:45 AM
     The 2020-21 season, the infamous season of COVID, and the uncertainty it brought both on the ice and off will be remembered as a time of anxiety and a winter…

Jan 21, 02:00

Jan 20, 13:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 20, 2022 12:35 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, what's the latest on Vancouver Canucks' goaltender Jaroslav Halak? Is he soon to be traded? Is he making things complicated? Meanwhile, the Winnipeg Jets are…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 20, 2022 11:45 AM
     The Vegas Golden Knights are set to have their fingerprints all over the 2022 NHL All-Star Game. For the first time ever, the mid-season exhibition will take place in Las…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 20, 2022 11:35 AM
     The Pittsburgh Penguins and Chicago Blackhawks have already completed one trade this season, and perhaps there could be some more action before the trade deadline. Both teams are headed in…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 20, 2022 11:25 AM
     There has been nothing "normal" about the post-Christmas era of the 2021-22 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) season. From COVID-19 postponing games to a busier-than-normal schedule and now a unique atmosphere…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 20, 2022 11:05 AM
     It seems that this is the second game in a row where I've pointed out that it was a game of swings. Whereas during the game against the St. Louis…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 20, 2022 10:40 AM
     Last Game Arizona Coyotes 4 at Final New Jersey Devils 1 NHL Standings Game Details Coyotes (10-24-4, 24 pts) Canadiens(14-19-5, 33 points) Lawson Crouse – 1 goal, 1 assist Nico…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 20, 2022 10:05 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs are in a good position to make the playoffs again. They're currently third place in the toughest division in hockey, with a record of 24-10-3, competing…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, January 20, 2022 9:35 AM
     In this edition of San Jose Sharks News & Rumors, the Evander Kane talk isn't over just yet as he and the Sharks appear to be heading toward a settlement.…

Jan 20, 01:00

Jan 19, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 19, 2022 11:55 AM
     The Chicago Blackhawks have been on a pretty good run as of late. They have won four of their last five games and are looking to continue their upward trend.…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 19, 2022 11:45 AM
     This week's Check-In features two Minnesota Wild games, one win and one loss, a 7-3 win over the Anaheim Ducks, and a 4-3 loss to the Colorado Avalanche. As always,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 19, 2022 11:25 AM
     With hard work and focus, do dreams really come true? In the case of Fair Lawn, New Jersey native Joe Tolentino, the undisputed answer is yes. It was a normal…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 19, 2022 11:15 AM
     When it was announced that both Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, the Pittsburgh Penguins' twin franchise pillars, were scheduled to miss the beginning of the 2021-22 NHL season, the organization…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 19, 2022 11:05 AM
     The New York Rangers made the decision to get grittier this offseason, and one of their most significant moves was signing Barclay Goodrow to a six-year, $21.85 million contract. The…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 19, 2022 10:55 AM
     After stringing together a couple of impressive wins against the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers, the Ottawa Senators returned to Canadian Tire Centre to host the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 19, 2022 10:45 AM
     Jan. 19 has been a very interesting day in National Hockey League history. Players scoring their 200th career goal was an overwhelming theme of the day. Plus, there were some…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, January 19, 2022 10:25 AM
     The Ottawa Senators were supposed to provide the Edmonton Oilers with a free space on the 2021-22 bingo card. Last season, the Senators dropped all nine games against the Oilers,…

Jan 19, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 18, 2022 5:15 PM
     During the 2020-21 season, the Toronto Maple Leafs finished fifth overall in the NHL regular season with 77 points and a .688 winning percentage. They were also fifth in goals for…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 18, 2022 5:05 PM
     The "NHL Sound Bites" column is your daily go-to for the hottest topics in hockey, featuring press conference quotes from your favourite players and staff. In this edition of NHL…

Jan 18, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 18, 2022 11:55 AM
     The NHL recently unveiled this year's divisional all-star teams, again sparking a debate as to whether or not each team should have a representative. The Seattle Kraken were among the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 18, 2022 11:45 AM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I want to share some of the notes I've been taking over the past few days. In these notes, I'll…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 18, 2022 11:35 AM
     When the Dallas Stars were at their best, making a run to the 2020 Stanley Cup Final, their defense played a huge part. After struggling to produce from the backend…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 18, 2022 11:15 AM
     After a very solid start to the 2021-22 season, the Calgary Flames have hit a massive rut. Not only have they lost four straight, but they have picked up wins…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 18, 2022 11:00 AM
     Last Game Arizona Coyotes 5 vs. Final Montreal Canadiens 2 NHL Standings Game Details Coyotes (9-24-4, 22 pts) Canadiens(7-25-5, 19 points) Nick Schmaltz – 1 goal, 2 assists Jonathan Drouin…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 18, 2022 10:55 AM
     In this edition of Boston Bruins News & Rumors, the Dallas Stars want to accommodate John Klingberg's trade request ahead of the deadline, and the Bruins are said to be…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 18, 2022 10:35 AM
     Jan. 18 is a very important date in National Hockey League history as it was when the color barrier was broken. Also, a trio of major milestones was hit in…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, January 18, 2022 10:25 AM
     The New Jersey Devils' 2021-22 season would probably look a bit different right now had Jack Hughes not dislocated his shoulder in the second game of the season. That forced him to…

Jan 17, 23:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, January 17, 2022 5:45 PM
     The St. Louis Blues host the Nashville Predators tonight after a wild 6-5 loss Saturday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The club had their 13-game home point streak snapped with a record of…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 17, 2022 5:15 PM
     It's been over a month since Jim Rutherford was hired as the president and interim general manager (GM) of the Vancouver Canucks. Since then, he's been working tirelessly to find…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 17, 2022 4:45 PM
     Right now, few names in the NHL are fetching as much trade interest as Arizona Coyotes' defenseman Jakob Chychrun. Though the 23-year-old is one of the few players the Coyotes…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 17, 2022 4:35 PM
     It's not looking good for the Washington Capitals at the moment. The team is 1-3-2 since the start of 2022. Other teams have made up ground on them in the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 17, 2022 4:25 PM
     With the Edmonton Oilers mired in a 2-10-2 slump and winless since Dec. 18, fans in Oil Country could use something – anything – to brighten these dog days of…

The Hockey Writers Monday, January 17, 2022 4:05 PM
     Well, Alex Ovechkin's dream of once again dawning the Russian jersey on the Olympic stage will have to wait. NHL players will not participate in the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games due…