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Feb 28, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, February 28, 2022 11:55 AM
     To say Elias Pettersson has been hot the last five games would be an understatement. The Canucks star is currently on a five-game point streak where he has recorded four…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 28, 2022 11:45 AM
     Welcome to Dallas Stars Trade Deadline Week at The Hockey Writers! The trade deadline is fastly approaching (March 21) but there is still a lot to be decided. The Stars…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 28, 2022 11:35 AM
     This is the second entry in what is to be a four-part series highlighting the best and worst forward lines and defence pairs of the 2021-22 NHL season. The first…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 28, 2022 11:15 AM
     Welcome to the 18th 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 teams have…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 28, 2022 11:05 AM
     Flames Weekly offers a look at how the Calgary Flames performed in the previous week. Be sure to check in every Monday for my take on the week that was, and to…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 28, 2022 10:57 AM
     Last Game Seattle Kraken 1 Final San Jose Sharks 3 NHL Standings Game Details Kraken(16-34-5, 37 pts) Sharks(24-23-6, 54 pts) Morgan Geekie – 1 goal Jasper Weatherby – 2 assists…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 28, 2022 10:55 AM
     It was an excellent week of hockey for the St. Louis Blues, going 3-0-0 over three teams that they should always beat. Their February schedule has come to a close,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 28, 2022 10:45 AM
     There may be many changes coming as March, and the trade deadline, is here. In this, the 20th edition of the Weekly Lost & Found, we're changing things up a…

Feb 28, 00:00

Feb 27, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 27, 2022 9:55 AM
     The NHL trade deadline is on March 21, and teams around the league are evaluating their positions. The Chicago Blackhawks look to be sellers at the deadline. They are second-worst…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 27, 2022 9:45 AM
     Last Game Tampa Bay Lightning 3 Final Nashville Predators 2 Game Details NHL Standings Lightning (34-11-6, 74 pts) Predators(30-19-4, 64 pts) Steven Stamkos – 1 goal, 2 assists Forsberg &…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 27, 2022 9:35 AM
     Pierre LeBrun threw a bit of a wrench in the traditional rebuild plan that many fans of the Montreal Canadiens have been calling for since Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 27, 2022 9:34 AM
     Last Game New York Rangers 0 Final Pittsburgh Penguins 1 NHL Standings Game Details Rangers(33-14-5, 71 pts) Penguins(32-14-8, 72 pts) Malkin – 1 goal Rust, Crosby – 1 assist each…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 27, 2022 9:25 AM
     The Stars head into an important home matchup with the Buffalo Sabres on Sunday. Dallas has gone 5-2-1 since the All-Star Break, earning 11 of a possible 16 points over…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 27, 2022 9:15 AM
     Philadelphia Flyers general manager Chuck Fletcher candidly admitted he paid a big price to acquire Rasmus Ristolainen from the Buffalo Sabres during the 2021 offseason. He brought in the 6-foot-4…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 27, 2022 9:05 AM
     Vancouver Canucks' forward Conor Garland joins J.T. Miller and Brock Boeser as teams are showing interest in the forward. The Canucks acquired Garland in the 2021 offseason from the Arizona…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 27, 2022 8:55 AM
     Welcome to the February edition of Blackhawks Bytes, a series featuring quotes and comments from players, coaches, management, journalists and fans alike concerning everything Chicago Blackhawks. The purpose of this ongoing…

Feb 26, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 26, 2022 4:15 PM
     The Los Angeles Kings have jumped past the Vegas Golden Knights and have taken second place in the Pacific Division. That being said, they should be active at the trade…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 26, 2022 3:55 PM
     Listen to The Hockey Writers Podcast on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to podcasts, every weekday (Monday to Friday). In this edition of NHL Talk, these are the top storylines with quotes from players, coaches,…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 26, 2022 3:25 PM
     Listen to The Hockey Writers Podcast on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to podcasts, every weekday (Monday to Friday). In this edition of NHL Recap, these are the top quotes from players and coaches following…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 26, 2022 2:55 PM
     Although the Nashville Predators have a 30-18-4 record, they may end up trading their best forward before the trade deadline passes. According to Andy Strickland, they are "actively shopping" Filip…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 26, 2022 1:25 PM
     There's no dilemma for the Toronto Maple Leafs. They'll visit the Detroit Red Wings tonight and the team is looking to do two things. First, it's seeking to build some…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 26, 2022 1:15 PM
     This time of year, every NHL team in contention for a playoff spot is evaluating their roster with added scrutiny. With the trade deadline under a month away, teams that…

Feb 26, 08:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 26, 2022 6:52 AM
     Last Game Carolina Hurricanes 4 Final Columbus Blue Jackets 0 NHL Standings Game Details Hurricanes (36-11-4, 76 pts) Blue Jackets(27-24-1, 55 pts) Nino Niederreiter – 1 goal, 1 assist Staal,…

Feb 25, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, February 25, 2022 5:45 PM
     The San Jose Sharks earned the victory they so desperately needed against the New York Islanders. It wasn't their prettiest performance of the season, but it could turn out to…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 25, 2022 5:30 PM
     The latest edition of the NHL Stat Corner features a highly entertaining night with a ton of stats and milestones to go around for players and teams. We start with…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 25, 2022 3:45 PM
     After Tampa Bay Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois pulled off a blockbuster trade for Blake Coleman about two weeks days before the 2020 trade deadline, it felt like that would…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 25, 2022 3:35 PM
     The James Norris Memorial Trophy, more commonly referred to as the Norris Trophy, is an award that is given annually to the NHL's best defenceman since the 1953-54 season. The…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 25, 2022 3:25 PM
     One of the biggest topics for the Edmonton Oilers this season has been goaltending, and after what now seems like a five-game anomaly from the netminders when Jay Woodcroft took…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 25, 2022 3:10 PM
     With a little under a month left until the 2022 NHL Trade Deadline, the Philadelphia Flyers need to start thinking about potential replacements for Claude Giroux as the next captain.…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 25, 2022 2:55 PM
     Listen to The Hockey Writers Podcast on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to podcasts, every weekday (Monday to Friday). In this edition of NHL Talk, these are the top storylines with quotes from players, coaches,…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 25, 2022 2:45 PM
     Listen to The Hockey Writers Podcast on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to podcasts, every weekday (Monday to Friday). In this edition of NHL Recap, these are the top quotes from players and coaches following…

Feb 25, 08:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, February 25, 2022 6:52 AM
     Last Game Toronto Maple Leafs 3 Final Minnesota Wild 1 NHL Standings Game Details Toronto Maple Leafs(33-14-4, 70 points) Minnesota Wild(31-15-3, 65 points) Matthews – 2 goals Gaudreau – 1…

Feb 24, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 24, 2022 5:00 PM
     Welcome to New Jersey Devils Weekly! The Devils resume their schedule since their last game on Feb. 15. New Jersey plays three games in four days to close out the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 24, 2022 4:45 PM
     The Florida Panthers are one of the best teams in hockey currently. They sit atop the Eastern Conference with a record of 35-11-5 with 75 points through 51 games. This…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 24, 2022 4:35 PM
     When Ethan Bowen transitioned to junior hockey, he didn't have to travel far to his home. He's spent the last four seasons in his hometown, playing for the Chilliwack Chiefs…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 24, 2022 4:25 PM
     Listen to The Hockey Writers Podcast on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to podcasts, every weekday (Monday to Friday). In this edition of NHL Recap, these are the top quotes from players and coaches following…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 24, 2022 4:15 PM
     Plenty has been said, not just this season, but for almost the entire Connor McDavid era, that the Edmonton Oilers goaltending has not been good enough. While Mike Smith did…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 24, 2022 4:05 PM
     In a hard cap league, a player and his contract remain forever intertwined. Talent is always a welcome asset to have, but it's impossible to view that talent in a…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 24, 2022 3:55 PM
     Listen to The Hockey Writers Podcast on iHeartRadio and wherever you listen to podcasts, every weekday (Monday to Friday). In this edition of NHL Talk, these are the top storylines with quotes from players, coaches,…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 24, 2022 3:45 PM
     On the latest edition of the NHL Stat Corner, we look at the Calgary Flames who look to be unstoppable at the moment, the resurgence of the Montreal Canadiens under…

Feb 24, 04:00

Feb 23, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 23, 2022 3:55 PM
     Before you rake me over the coals, hear me out. I am not in suggesting the Winnipeg Jets must trade Mark Scheifele, but in doing so, they could upgrade their…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 23, 2022 3:42 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks announced Bruce Boudreau as the new head coach on Dec. 6, 2021. This is his fourth time behind an NHL bench, and he hopes some playoff success…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 23, 2022 3:38 PM
     The 15th installment in this series has arrived after looking at how the Minnesota Wild did in their first 14 NHL Entry Drafts. If you missed any of them or want a…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 23, 2022 3:34 PM
     If you're reading this, you're probably already aware that hockey is the undisputed best sport on the planet. But if you really need some extra convincing, here's a list of…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 23, 2022 3:25 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, February 23, 2022 3:15 PM
     Connor McMichael's usage and development have become topics of concern amongst fans of the Washington Capitals. The 21-year-old has made 47 appearances this season, averaging 10:24 time on ice (TOI).…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 23, 2022 3:05 PM
     On Jan. 18, 1958, Willie O'Ree suited up for the Boston Bruins and took the ice against the Montreal Canadiens, making him the first Black player in NHL history. O'Ree…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 23, 2022 2:55 PM
     After a disappointing season in 2020-21, their second consecutive missing the playoffs, the San Jose Sharks were looking to bounce back in 2021-22. They made several offseason moves like bringing…

Feb 23, 04:00

Feb 22, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 22, 2022 1:55 PM
     Los Angeles Kings forward Adrian Kempe is having a breakout season and setting himself up for a massive pay raise this summer. Some are concerned about re-signing the 25-year-old, as…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 22, 2022 12:45 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers have a few needs ahead of this year's NHL Trade Deadline but it's not clear if they'll actually be addressing any of them based on GM Ken…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 22, 2022 11:45 AM
     The Minnesota Wild played four games last week and came out with two wins and two losses. They faced the Detroit Red Wings, Winnipeg Jets, Florida Panthers, and Edmonton Oilers.…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 22, 2022 11:35 AM
     The Vancouver Canucks management group will have some tough decisions leading up to the trade deadline. There have been a lot of names like J.T. Miller, Conor Garland, and Brock…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 22, 2022 11:31 AM
     In the 2004 film, "Miracle," Kurt Russell, who plays Herb Brooks, talked about the best moment of the 1980 Olympics experience, and he refers to the team gathering together on…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 22, 2022 11:27 AM
     When you think of American hockey, the name Mike Modano is practically a synonym. The Michigan native went on to collect records and accolades throughout his career that have yet…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 22, 2022 11:23 AM
     As you might expect, not only have this select few attained the ultimate, lofty benchmark of goal-scoring glory, they've also done some pretty extraordinary other things. Scoring 500 regular-season goals…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 22, 2022 11:15 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the San Jose Sharks are expected to make an official extension offer to Tomas Hertl soon. Meanwhile, Nathan MacKinnon came close to getting in serious…

Feb 21, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, February 21, 2022 11:55 AM
     The Minnesota Wild wasted no time in the beginning minutes of their game against the Edmonton Oilers. They jumped to a three-goal lead seven minutes into the first period and…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 21, 2022 11:45 AM
     Nine years after Vincent Lecavalier spurned the Montreal Canadiens, when it finally makes sense for him to join the Habs, we find out why.

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 21, 2022 11:35 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers are 5-1 under new head coach Jay Woodcroft, and aside from their loss against the Minnesota Wild, they've looked like an entirely different team. What stands out…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 21, 2022 11:25 AM
     If you've been a fan of hockey for any amount of time, you have, at some point, interacted with a hockey video game. Whether it was the rudimentary Ice Hockey…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 21, 2022 11:18 AM
     Last Game New York Rangers 2 Final Ottawa Senators 1 NHL Standings Game Details Rangers(32-13-5, 69 pts) Senators(18-26-5, 41 pts) Strome, Panarin – 1 goal, 1 assist each Gaudette, Zaitsev…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 21, 2022 11:00 AM
     Last Game Arizona Coyotes 3 vs. Final Dallas Stars 1 NHL Standings Game Details Coyotes (13-33-4, 30 pts) Stars(27-20-2, 56 points) Nick Schmaltz – 1 goal, 2 assists Roope Hintz…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 21, 2022 10:45 AM
     The St. Louis Blues went 2-0-1 in their second trip to Canada of the season, with their one loss coming against the worst of the three in the Montreal Canadiens.…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 21, 2022 10:05 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers were looking for their sixth straight victory since Jay Woodcroft took over behind the bench, but their bid fell well short after a 7-3 trouncing at the…

Feb 20, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 4:54 PM
     In today's look at important off-season trades over the years, we set our sights back to 1967.  While this particular deal did not take place at the NHL Annual Meetings held…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 4:49 PM
     If an NHL team isn't living up to expectations, there's a good chance that the coach is to blame. Or at least, the person that takes the fall for the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 4:45 PM
     Perhaps no time did the country of Latvia fall into the gaze of the hockey world more than when the country of just under two million people helped attain the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 4:12 PM
     Last Game Carolina Hurricanes 4 Final Pittsburgh Penguins 3 NHL Standings Game Details Hurricanes (34-11-4, 72 pts) Penguins(31-13-8, 70 pts) Aho, Fast, Kotkaniemi, Staal – 1 goal Brian Rust –…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 3:45 PM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets have had quite a few goaltending struggles this season, however, they now face a slightly different issue. Elvis Merzlikins and Joonas Korpisalo are both out due…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 3:30 PM
     The daily "NHL Talk" column is your go-to for quotes from the top storylines in the NHL. Listen to THW contributors talk hockey every weekday on The Hockey Writers Podcast, available…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 3:20 PM
     The daily "NHL Recap" column is your go-to for the top quotes from every game in the NHL. Listen to THW contributors talk hockey every weekday on The Hockey Writers Podcast,…

Feb 20, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 9:52 AM
     Last Game Colorado Avalanche 5 Final Buffalo Sabres 3 Game Details NHL Standings Avalanche(36-9-4, 76 pts) Sabres(16-26-8, 40 pts) Mikko Rantanen – 1 goal, 1 assist Tage Thompson – 3…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 9:25 AM
     When a team like the Chicago Blackhawks is struggling, it can be hard to pinpoint the "good." A constant stream of losses makes it easy to focus on the negatives.…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 8:58 AM
     After a disappointing beginning to the 2021-22 campaign in which Alex Newhook was assigned to the American Hockey League (AHL) rather than start with the Colorado Avalanche, the rookie forward…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 8:55 AM
     What a whirlwind. The Arizona Coyotes returned from an eight-day break to host the Los Angeles Kings at Gila River Arena on Saturday, ultimately dropping a back-and-forth game 5-3 following…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 8:51 AM
     Last Game Boston Bruins 3 Final Ottawa Senators 2 NHL Standings Game Details Bruins (28-17-4, 60 pts) Senators (18-25-5, 41 pts) DeBrusk, Carlo, Pastrnak – goal Stutzle, Holden – goal…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 8:45 AM
     It might be too harsh, but the effort the Toronto Maple Leafs showed on Saturday night in their 6-3 loss at the hands of the St. Louis Blues was, well,…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 8:35 AM
     Saturday brought some news of a depth roster transaction for the Columbus Blue Jackets, with the return of top-12 forward Justin Danforth from the injured reserve. In return, Trey Fix-Wolansky…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 20, 2022 8:25 AM
     The offensive depth of the Colorado Avalanche was on full display Saturday, as 10 different players registered a point in a 5-3 win over the Buffalo Sabres. The win pushed…

Feb 19, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 19, 2022 5:10 PM
     It's looking more and more like the Edmonton Oilers aren't going to make big changes when it comes to their goaltending ahead of this season's NHL Trade Deadline. GM Ken…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 19, 2022 4:40 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks made an investment in the future of their goaltending late last season, locking up Thatcher Demko to a five-year extension with an average annual value (AAV) of…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 19, 2022 4:05 PM
     If there's something that might be able to unify the majority of the population in Canada, it's a desire for a Canadian team to win the Stanley Cup. Could that…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 19, 2022 3:05 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers, like every other NHL team, have made trades at the trade deadline to either improve their team for a playoff run or sell pieces and look to…

Feb 19, 08:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 19, 2022 7:05 AM
     Last Game Carolina Hurricanes 5 Final Nashville Predators 3 NHL Standings Game Details Hurricanes (33-11-4, 70 pts) Predators(28-18-4, 60 pts) Andrei Svechnikov – 2 goals, 1 assist Roman Josi –…

Feb 18, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, February 18, 2022 4:05 PM
     The daily "NHL Talk" column is your go-to for quotes from the top storylines in the NHL. Listen to THW contributors talk hockey every weekday on The Hockey Writers Podcast, available…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 18, 2022 3:55 PM
     The daily "NHL Recap" column is your go-to for the top quotes from every game in the NHL. Listen to THW contributors talk hockey every weekday on The Hockey Writers Podcast,…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 18, 2022 3:35 PM
     As reported by TSN's Jason Gregor and confirmed by the team, the Edmonton Oilers will be without the services of Jesse Puljujarvi for the next three-to-four weeks. Injured at some…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 18, 2022 3:25 PM
     The WInnipeg Jets have bolstered their forward depth in the wake of injuries by adding centre Adam Brooks to the fold, claiming him off waivers from the Toronto Maple Leafs.…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 18, 2022 3:15 PM
     This edition of the NHL Stat Corner looks at three sets of longtime rivals: the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals, Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames, and Toronto Maple Leafs and…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 18, 2022 3:05 PM
     After the 2018-19 season, Johnny Gaudreau of the Calgary Flames was viewed as one of the best wingers in the game after posting career highs with 36 goals and 99…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 18, 2022 2:55 PM
     The NHL's trade deadline is just over a month away, and the Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to be interested in buying some talent to upgrade their roster. General manager…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 18, 2022 2:35 PM
     TSN analyst Jamie McLennan recently stated that the Boston Bruins could be a dark horse in the Marc-Andre Fleury sweepstakes. He noted Tuukka Rask's sudden retirement may spark them to…

Feb 18, 06:00

Feb 17, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 17, 2022 5:05 PM
     In this edition of Los Angeles Kings News & Rumors, I'll be discussing the team's matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday, the announcement that teams will be allowed…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 17, 2022 4:40 PM
     So many iconic players have donned the red, black, white, and gold since the Ottawa Senators' inaugural season in 1992. Sure, they are currently in a rebuild, but there's no…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 17, 2022 4:05 PM
     In the 112-year history of the Montreal Canadiens, there has never been a time when they have undergone a rebuild similar to other clubs, especially in the NHL's salary cap…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 17, 2022 3:55 PM
     On Jan. 18, 1958, Willie O'Ree suited up for the Boston Bruins and took the ice against the Montreal Canadiens, making him the first Black player in NHL history. O'Ree…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 17, 2022 3:45 PM
     Likely to miss their fourth postseason in the last five seasons, Chicago Blackhawks fans don't have much to be excited about right now. As the March 21 NHL Trade Deadline…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 17, 2022 3:30 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers look to have finally tried enough combinations to find one that works great on the third line. Jay Woodcroft has assembled a line of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Warren…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 17, 2022 3:05 PM
     The daily "NHL Talk" column is your go-to for quotes from the top storylines in the NHL. Listen to THW contributors talk hockey every weekday on The Hockey Writers Podcast, available…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 17, 2022 2:55 PM
     The Anaheim Ducks lost to the Calgary Flames, 6-2 on Wednesday night. The loss is the third in a row for the Ducks, dating all the way back to Jan. 31.…

Feb 17, 04:00

Feb 16, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 16, 2022 3:55 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' News & Rumors, we'll review the team's play over the last few games. Specifically, we'll look at Mitch Marner's rise up the franchise's…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 16, 2022 3:45 PM
     It appears as though Jay Woodcroft is more inclined to give players he's developed more of a chance at the NHL level now that he has taken over head coaching…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 16, 2022 3:35 PM
     The daily "NHL Talk" column is your go-to for quotes from the top storylines in the NHL. Listen to THW contributors talk hockey every weekday on The Hockey Writers Podcast, available…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 16, 2022 3:25 PM
     The New York Rangers played their first game since Feb. 1. Despite living in what has been called a "COVID hotbed" they went through the first half of the season…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 16, 2022 3:15 PM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets were on a high heading into their match against the Calgary Flames on Feb. 15, riding a three-game win streak (on the road, to boot) and…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 16, 2022 3:05 PM
     Now that the Vancouver Canucks' front office is set with new hires Jim Rutherford, Patrik Allvin, Cammi Granato, Émilie Castonguay, Derek Clancey and Rachel Doerrie, the real work begins. By…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 16, 2022 2:55 PM
     On Monday, Calgary Flames general manager Brad Treliving made a big and crucial move for his squad as they enter the second half of the season, acquiring forward Tyler Toffoli…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 16, 2022 2:45 PM
     In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, the team has made some changes in goal as Mikko Koskinen is back from his COVID protocol stop. What is the future…

Feb 16, 04:00

Feb 15, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 15, 2022 1:55 PM
     Sweden will need to be ready as they will face Canada in the quarterfinals. Both teams come into this match having lost a game, but Canada has some momentum, having…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 15, 2022 1:45 PM
     In this edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumors, general manager Brad Treliving made a massive splash on Monday, acquiring Tyler Toffoli from the Montreal Canadiens. In other news, Elias…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 15, 2022 1:35 PM
     The St. Louis Blues are hitting the road for game one of their four-game road trip. First up, the Ottawa Senators. The two teams have yet to play each other this season as…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 15, 2022 1:25 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, one scribe asks if the Boston Bruins are a dark horse to land one of the big-ticket pending UFAs that could be traded by this…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 15, 2022 1:18 PM
     Just hours after Washington Capitals star Alexander Ovechkin claimed his second consecutive ESPY award for Best NHL Player, a Capitals star of the past took to social media to take…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 15, 2022 1:15 PM
     One of the greatest ever in the history of hockey is Jaromir Jagr. The list of accomplishments he has is impressive. He won two Stanley Cups with the Pittsburgh Penguins…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 15, 2022 1:12 PM
     This post was crafted by hockey journalist and author Ross Bonander. Jaromir Jagr is as timeless as they come. We had Gordie Howe and Chris Chelios but Jagr may be…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 15, 2022 12:35 PM
     The Carolina Hurricanes finally returned home following the conclusion of their four-game road trip, as the team hit their own ice at PNC Arena on Monday to practice for the…

Feb 15, 01:00

Feb 14, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, February 14, 2022 11:45 AM
     It's been a lifetime since Dave Manson felt at home in the Edmonton Oilers' dressing room. So long ago that Connor McDavid wasn't yet a twinkle in anyone's eye. So…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 14, 2022 11:25 AM
     The Minnesota Wild faced two difficult opponents in the Winnipeg Jets and Carolina Hurricanes this week. The five-day break for the All-Star Game appeared to get the better of them…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 14, 2022 11:15 AM
     To say the Seattle Kraken are having issues on the power play is an understatement. In their past 10 games, they are two for 34 and have given up a…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 14, 2022 11:05 AM
     For the first time since Nov. 7, Ottawa 67's forward Jack Beck has returned to the lineup. In a game against the North Bay Battalion, Beck was injured and was…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 14, 2022 10:55 AM
     Valentine's Day has been quite an eventful date in National Hockey League history. One of the greatest goal-scorers to ever skate experienced some highs and lows. The fans in Motown…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 14, 2022 10:45 AM
     The Winnipeg Jets have come out of the All-star break flying. They collected five of a possible six points in the first week with their backs against the wall. They…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 14, 2022 10:15 AM
     Flames Weekly offers a look at how the Calgary Flames performed in the previous week. Be sure to check in every Monday for my take on the week that was and to…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 14, 2022 10:05 AM
     The San Jose Sharks find themselves in a position where they are unlikely to make the 2021-22 playoffs for the third consecutive season. Based on this, the team will likely…

Feb 13, 23:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 13, 2022 4:25 PM
     I first looked at some young players the Philadelphia Flyers could be interested in and ask for in a trade with the New York Rangers. So now, we will look…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 13, 2022 4:18 PM
     The Arizona Coyotes were recently in the news for potentially being locked out of their arena, Gila River Arena, and since the offseason have struggled with their current location. The…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 13, 2022 4:13 PM
     Over their 50-year history, the Vancouver Canucks have had many players come through the doors of Rogers Arena and the Pacific Coliseum. It's hard to remember them all, especially when…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 13, 2022 4:09 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens can find some inspiration from ex-GM Marc Bergevin's past wheeling and dealing next 2022 trade deadline.

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 13, 2022 4:05 PM
     The daily "NHL Talk" column is your go-to for the top quotes from every game in the NHL. Listen to THW contributors talk hockey every weekday on The Hockey Writers Podcast,…