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Apr 30, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 30, 2022 4:40 PM
     With just one game remaining in the NHL regular season, the Vancouver Canucks will watch on having played their final contest on Friday night, knowing they missed the postseason. But…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 30, 2022 4:10 PM
     There are many times in any given season when a game is important to a hockey club. Going into last night's contest between the Edmonton Oilers and Vancouver Canucks, on…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 30, 2022 3:50 PM
     In this edition of "NHL Talk," these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper's profile every day for a new edition of the…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 30, 2022 3:40 PM
     The New York Rangers have officially completed their regular season, finishing second in the Metropolitan Division. Their 52-24-6 record was good for 110 points, and their 52 wins tied for…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 30, 2022 3:29 PM
     It has been more than six years since a blockbuster trade went down during the offseason between the St. Louis Blues and the Washington Capitals. The Blues sent forward TJ…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 30, 2022 3:25 PM
     Much consideration has been given to the legacy of Jonathan Toews, long-time captain of the Chicago Blackhawks. Now heading into his 14th NHL season, Toews has seen an incredible amount…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 30, 2022 3:20 PM
     How much do players get paid in the playoffs?

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 30, 2022 3:05 PM
     The Washington Capitals will open the playoffs in an unusual spot this season, finishing in just the second Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference and opening the postseason by…

Apr 30, 08:00

Apr 28, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 28, 2022 5:10 PM
     The New York Ranges are headed back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs this 2021-22 season. After a five-year postseason drought that began when the team missed a 2017-18 invite, the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 28, 2022 4:30 PM
     Now that the Vancouver Canucks have been mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, it's time to look ahead to the 2022 NHL Draft which takes place in just a couple of…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 28, 2022 4:20 PM
     The Carolina Hurricanes have only been around since 1997 but have quite a few notable seasons from their goaltenders over the years, including one this season. This list will give…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 28, 2022 4:10 PM
     In this edition of San Jose Sharks News & Rumors, there have been several potential candidates discussed as the team's next general manager (GM). In other news, Timo Meier has…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 28, 2022 4:00 PM
     In this edition of "NHL Talk," these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper's profile every day for a new edition of the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 28, 2022 3:50 PM
     As the season winds down the Edmonton Oilers haven't stopped running through opponents on their way to second place in their division. That is the highest or lowest they can…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 28, 2022 3:40 PM
     In this edition of Vegas Golden Knights News & Rumors, playoffs are officially out for this season after a loss on Wednesday night to the Chicago Blackhawks. In other news,…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 28, 2022 3:30 PM
     Mathew Barzal didn't have the star-caliber season for the New York Islanders that many expected he would. While he scored 13 goals and had a team-leading 40 assists, the expectation…

Apr 28, 06:00

Apr 27, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 27, 2022 3:25 PM
     Following an Alex Ovechkin injury and a lopsided loss to the New York Islanders, the mood surrounding the Washington Capitals has started to sour again. There's still plenty of unresolved…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 27, 2022 3:15 PM
     As the Edmonton Oilers continue to win, young defenceman Evan Bouchard is growing into a big threat offensively. Not only does he have a well-known booming slapshot, but his wrist…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 27, 2022 2:45 PM
     As the Tampa Bay Lightning enter the final days of the 2021-22 season, they appear to be back to Stanley Cup contending form. For about a 20-game stretch, the defending…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 27, 2022 2:27 PM
     The very first Russian-born and trained player to make it to the NHL was Victor Nechayev, whose marriage to an American woman allowed him entry into the USA. He played…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 27, 2022 2:22 PM
     In the modern NHL, contract and salary cap management may be more critical than ever. With the cap kept flat due to the financial consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, teams…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 27, 2022 2:05 PM
     Lian Bichsel 2021-22 Team: Leksands IF (SHL)Date of Birth: May 18, 2004Place of Birth: Wolfwil, SwitzerlandHt: 6-foot-5 Wt: 216 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: DefenceNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 27, 2022 1:55 PM
     In this edition of "NHL Talk," these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper's profile every day for a new edition of the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 27, 2022 1:45 PM
     On Tuesday, three of the top four teams in the Metropolitan Division didn't feel like winning. The Carolina Hurricanes clinched the division with a 4-3 win over the New York…

Apr 27, 02:00

Apr 26, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 26, 2022 11:31 AM
     After the Washington Capitals game, when Toronto Maple Leafs' head coach Sheldon Keefe was speaking to the media, he laid out the team's priorities for the end of the regular…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 26, 2022 10:35 AM
     The Minnesota Wild had a very successful past week, as they played four games and came out on top in all four. They took down the Montréal Canadiens, Vancouver Canucks,…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 26, 2022 10:25 AM
     The 2021-22 regular season has been one with a lot of ups and downs for the Boston Bruins. After a slow start in the first three months of the season,…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 26, 2022 10:15 AM
     If the Nashville Predators can find a silver lining to the week that was, it's that they secured three of a possible six points. Managing to hold off the Calgary…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 26, 2022 10:05 AM
     The New York Rangers have relied heavily on their star players to clinch their first postseason appearance in five years. The Blueshirts' role players, however, have started to play better…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 26, 2022 10:03 AM
     One of the biggest treats for National Hockey League fans is the thrill of watching a Game 7 during the Stanley Cup Playoffs. This date has provided quite a few…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 26, 2022 9:55 AM
     In this week's edition of Coyotes Corner, the Arizona Coyotes continue to struggle to snap their losing streak — now at 10 games — with a roster made up mainly of American Hockey…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 26, 2022 9:45 AM
     Early Monday morning, The Professional Hockey Writers Association (PHWA) announced its nominations for the 2021-22 Bill Masterton Trophy, and the PHWA Philadelphia chapter nominated Philadelphia Flyers forward Kevin Hayes as…

Apr 25, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, April 25, 2022 9:55 AM
     The St. Louis Blues finished the week with a record of 3-0-1 and they will officially face off against the Minnesota Wild in the first round of the playoffs, which…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 25, 2022 9:45 AM
     The Minnesota Wild met one of their hardest opponents this season in the Nashville Predators and it was an extremely physical game from start to finish with a combined 83…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 25, 2022 9:35 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers will have to wait at least two more days to clinch second place in the Pacific Division, after missing a golden opportunity on Sunday (April 24) afternoon…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 25, 2022 9:25 AM
     Detroit Red Wings prospect Elmer Soderblom has been tearing up the ice in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) throughout the 2021-22 season. Currently playing for Frolunda HC, Soderblom has been…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 25, 2022 9:05 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs wrap up a historic regular season this week with just two games remaining on the schedule. Despite already claiming a franchise record for points and wins…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 25, 2022 8:55 AM
     Welcome back to Columbus Blue Jackets Blasts. You've made it to the final week of the 2021-22 regular season. The Blue Jackets have just three games left in their season…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 25, 2022 8:45 AM
     It was an impressive week for some of the Boston Bruins prospects with their respective teams. In this edition of the Hockey Writers Bruins Prospect Report, Fabian Lysell had a…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 25, 2022 8:35 AM
     The New York Islanders lost to the Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in the second game of a back-to-back. With the recent loss, the Islanders fall to 35-34-10 on the season and…

Apr 24, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 24, 2022 4:55 PM
     Guy Lafleur is one of the most renowned Montreal Canadiens players. His name belongs with other Habs legends, such as Jean Beliveau and Maurice Richard, as being named a true…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 24, 2022 4:25 PM
     Next man up is a way of life in pro sports. When a player goes down with an injury, it provides an opportunity for somebody else to step in and…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 24, 2022 4:10 PM
     In the latest edition of NHL Stats News, the Minnesota Wild team and players set many franchise records, the Edmonton Oilers continue to play very well at home, and absolute…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 24, 2022 3:40 PM
     The Buffalo Sabres have been mathematically eliminated from the playoffs for a couple of weeks, however, the Eastern Conference playoff picture has basically been set since early November, with four…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 24, 2022 2:40 PM
     In this edition of "NHL Talk," these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper's profile every day for a new edition of the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 24, 2022 2:30 PM
     It's official: the Boston Bruins are going to the playoffs for the sixth consecutive year and the 75th time in team history. Given the expectations for this team and looking…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 24, 2022 2:20 PM
     Throughout 2021-22, inconsistency has framed the debate surrounding the Washington Capitals' situation in net. Ilya Samsonov started the season in control of the crease but saw his status as the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 24, 2022 2:10 PM
     With a single week remaining in the 2021-22 NHL regular season, teams and fans alike have turned their attention to the playoffs. Stars are being rested as first-round matchups are…

Apr 24, 06:00

Apr 22, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, April 22, 2022 1:35 PM
     In this edition of "NHL Talk," these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper's profile every day for a new edition of the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 22, 2022 1:25 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, there are updates on talks between the Pittsburgh Penguins, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang, plus news on negotiations between the Boston Bruins and Patrice Bergeon.…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 22, 2022 1:05 PM
     As the regular season comes to a close, the Ottawa Senators have quite a few decisions to make. In this weekly series, we will explore and project what some of…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 22, 2022 12:55 PM
     The World U18 Hockey Championship will start on Saturday as eight teams look to try and take home the gold medal. Canada had a dominant performance last season with a…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 22, 2022 12:05 PM
     The Dallas Stars entered this recent Canadian road trip in a great spot in the Western Conference playoff race. They were jumping back and forth between the first and second…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 22, 2022 11:27 AM
     The Pittsburgh Penguins have spent the last decade with higher expectations than almost any other NHL squad. Stacked with high-end talent and depth to make deep playoff runs, the team…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 22, 2022 11:23 AM
     Hide your women, children, and favorite hockey team. Call up Batman, Superman, and the rest of the Justice League because when the Legion of Doom rolls through town, there is little…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 22, 2022 11:20 AM
     This article was originally published in April, 2012. With the Florida Panthers finally back in the NHL playoffs, a new generation of fans is getting to experience one of the…

Apr 21, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 21, 2022 9:55 AM
     Apparently, the honeymoon between the Montreal Canadiens and interim head coach Martin St. Louis is over. That's according to one RDS tweet.

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 21, 2022 9:45 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers are steamrolling towards the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs, with a 15-3-2 record in their last 20 games overall and points in 12 straight home games after defeating…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 21, 2022 9:25 AM
     The San Jose Sharks have been struggling to find consistent goaltending for a long time. Martin Jones, Aaron Dell, and Devin Dubnyk have all struggled to hold down the net…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 21, 2022 9:15 AM
     Heading into Wednesday's game at Gila River Arena, the Arizona Coyotes had dropped seven straight. The visiting Chicago Blackhawks, meanwhile, hadn't fared much better, with just one win in their…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 21, 2022 9:05 AM
     In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, the club suffered a tough shootout loss on Tuesday, which has hurt their playoff chances. Meanwhile, Quinn Hughes is on…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 21, 2022 8:55 AM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' Commentary, we'll look at a number of players who are making an impact on the team. Looking back at the team's most recent win…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 21, 2022 8:45 AM
     With speculation about his future swirling throughout Oil Country, Edmonton Oilers prospect Carter Savoie ended the suspense Monday (April 18) when the Bakersfield Condors signed him to an amateur tryout…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 21, 2022 8:35 AM
     Considering that they currently average 3.79 goals-against per game, it makes sense that the Detroit Red Wings brought it upon themselves to take a look at their goaltending situation. What…

Apr 20, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 20, 2022 5:24 PM
     Consider The Hockey Writers your go-to source for everything related to the NHL Draft and this page your live home page for information on the upcoming 2022 NHL Entry Draft.…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 20, 2022 3:45 PM
     Frank Nazar 2021-22 Team: USNTDP Juniors (USHL)Date of Birth: Jan, 14, 2004Place of Birth: Mt. Clemens, MI, USAHt: 5-foot-10 Wt: 174 poundsShoots: RightPosition: Center/Right WingNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 first-year eligible…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 20, 2022 3:35 PM
     It wasn't the most high-profile transaction of the trade deadline, but the Colorado Avalanche's move to acquire Artturi Lehkonen is starting to reap some benefits. Lehkonen's uptick in production has…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 20, 2022 3:15 PM
     Jonathan Lekkerimäki 2021-22 Team: Djurgardens IF (SHL)Date of Birth: Jul. 24, 2004Place of Birth: Huddinge, SWEHt: 5-foot-11 Wt: 172 poundsShoots: RightPosition: Right WingNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 first-year eligible Rankings NHL…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 20, 2022 2:45 PM
     In this week's edition of Montreal Canadiens news and rumors, Joel Armia has been granted a leave of absence from the team for family reasons, interim head coach Martin St.…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 20, 2022 2:35 PM
     As a franchise attempting to keep their Stanley Cup window wide open, the Tampa Bay Lightning have suffered cap casualties in order to stay compliant while still icing a team…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 20, 2022 2:25 PM
     If Sheldon Keefe's game plan against the Philadelphia Flyers was to make sure that Jack Campbell got a lot more work in this game than he had in recent games,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 20, 2022 2:15 PM
     Dylan Silverstein 2021-22 Team: United States National Team Development Program (USNTDP Juniors)Date of Birth: Feb. 07, 2004Place of Birth: Calabasas, CA, USAHt: 6-foot-0 Wt: 179 lbsCatches: LPosition: GNHL Draft Eligibility:…

Apr 20, 08:00

Apr 19, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 19, 2022 5:36 PM
     Consider The Hockey Writers your go-to source for everything related to the NHL Draft and this page your live home page for information on the upcoming 2022 NHL Entry Draft.…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 19, 2022 5:10 PM
     The New York Rangers kicked off their shopping spree this past trade deadline when they plucked winger Frank Vatrano from the Florida Panthers. Approximately a month after the acquisition, Vatrano…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 19, 2022 4:30 PM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets have officially been eliminated from playoff contention as of Saturday night and although there won't be any postseason hockey in Ohio, there are a lot of…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 19, 2022 2:45 PM
     Anaheim Ducks forward Troy Terry is evolving into an elite sniper with one of the most lethal shots in the NHL, just under 200 games into his career. Nearing the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 19, 2022 2:35 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks are in for an eventful offseason. General manager (GM) Kyle Davidson has already kicked off the team's rebuild with several trades, and there should be more on…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 19, 2022 2:20 PM
     According to multiple reports, including TSN's Darren Dreger, Evander Kane's grievance hearing regarding his contract with the San Jose Sharks is taking place Tuesday and the hearing is set to…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 19, 2022 1:45 PM
     Rieger Lorenz 2021-22 Team: Okotoks Oilers (AJHL)Date of Birth: March 30, 2004Place of Birth: Calgary, AlbertaHt: 6-foot-2 Wt: 185 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: CentreNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 19, 2022 1:35 PM
     In this edition of "NHL Talk," we'll look at the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper's profile every day for a new edition of…

Apr 19, 06:00

Apr 18, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, April 18, 2022 3:35 PM
     It took the full 68 games of the 2021-22 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) season but the Windsor Spitfires finally know their first-round opponent for the playoffs. After earning the top…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 18, 2022 3:25 PM
     The New Jersey Devils will be missing the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs but the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, Utica Comets have clinched a postseason spot for the upcoming Calder…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 18, 2022 2:45 PM
     The Dallas Stars begin their final road trip of the season with a stop in Vancouver to face the Canucks on Monday night.  Stars Still Have a Lot of Work…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 18, 2022 2:35 PM
     The Florida Panthers are on an absolute tear this season. They currently lead the Eastern Conference with a record of 52-15-6 with a total of 110 points. That also makes…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 18, 2022 2:15 PM
     In the latest edition of NHL Stats News, the Toronto Maple Leafs reach franchise records led by the top line, the St. Louis Blues clinch a playoff spot after a…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 18, 2022 1:55 PM
     In this edition of Boston Bruins News & Rumors, both David Pastrnak and Hampus Lindholm have been skating on their own, but neither are ready for a return just yet.…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 18, 2022 1:45 PM
     In this edition of "NHL Talk," these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper's profile every day for a new edition of the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 18, 2022 1:35 PM
     For the Columbus Blue Jackets, being in a retool means there's uncertainty abound. How high will this year's draft picks be? Who will step up to lead the next core?…

Apr 18, 04:00

Apr 17, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 17, 2022 3:50 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, there are updates on a few teams when it comes to specific players. There is news on the Nashville Predators and Filip Forsberg, the Toronto…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 17, 2022 1:24 PM
     After Saturday's win against the Montreal Canadians, Washington remains three points behind the Pittsburgh Penguins for third in the Metropolitan Division. With only seven games remaining in the 2021-22 regular…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 17, 2022 12:50 PM
     It wasn't pretty, but it was exciting and nail biting. The Toronto Maple Leafs pulled off a comeback 5-4 overtime home (er road) win over the Ottawa Senators in front…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 17, 2022 12:25 PM
     The 2021-22 NHL season has had its share of twists and turns unlike any other season in recent memory for the Edmonton Oilers, and it seems the Oilers' goaltending situation…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 17, 2022 12:15 PM
     Entering this season with a new head coach in Gerard Gallant and a new-look, grittier lineup, many thought the New York Rangers could fight for a playoff spot. Not many…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 17, 2022 12:05 PM
     In the second part of the series looking at players with the best value contracts in the NHL this season, we go to centermen. There are a number of centres…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 17, 2022 11:35 AM
     The Colorado Avalanche hosted the Carolina Hurricanes at Ball Arena in Denver last night in a matchup that pitted one of the NHL' s most potent offenses against the league's…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 17, 2022 11:25 AM
     Someone once said, "expecting disappointment is the only form of hope with which I'm familiar". So it must seem for fans of the Ottawa Senators, who face a fifth consecutive…

Apr 17, 02:00

Apr 16, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 16, 2022 1:25 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, there are questions about what the Anaheim Ducks will do this offseason, with some of the concern going to how they'll spend some of the…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 16, 2022 1:12 PM
     When my son Jim was a youngster, as a thing to do together we started to collect hockey cards. Because I taught at the University of Alberta and lived in…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 16, 2022 1:09 PM
     It is a rare commodity for an NHL player to have the size, strength, skill, and intelligence to dominate on the ice each and every night. This particular combination is…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 16, 2022 1:06 PM
     Originally published in July of 2015, this post has stood the test of time. We feel many of our new fans will enjoy it. The NHL has seen its fair share…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 16, 2022 12:17 PM
     Consider The Hockey Writers your go-to source for everything related to the NHL Draft and this page your live home page for information on the upcoming 2022 NHL Entry Draft.…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 16, 2022 12:15 PM
     On the latest edition of NHL Stats News, we will look at the continued scoring by Leon Draisaitl, Auston Matthews hitting a milestone that isn't in goals, and the Pittsburgh…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 16, 2022 11:35 AM
     The Dallas Stars wrap up their three-game homestand with a Saturday night matchup against the struggling San Jose Sharks.  Can Oettinger Regain His Home Ice Advantage Jake Oettinger has had…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 16, 2022 11:25 AM
     Montreal Canadiens fans can officially check goalie Carey Price's return off the list of things to look forward to as 2021-22 ends.

Apr 15, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, April 15, 2022 9:55 AM
     The Vancouver Canucks have won five straight and picked up 11 out of a possible 12 points since the month of April started. The win streak is all part of…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 15, 2022 9:45 AM
     For the second straight game, the Minnesota Wild got things going with an early goal, this time against the Dallas Stars. Their one-goal lead lasted for the first period but…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 15, 2022 9:35 AM
     The New York Islanders were hoping to build off their recent 5-4 shootout win against the Pittsburgh Penguins and sweep the home-and-home series. Instead, the Islanders were outplayed from the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 15, 2022 9:23 AM
     On January 24, 1981, New York Islanders' winger Mike Bossy became the second player in NHL history to score 50 goals in the first 50 games of a season. The original…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 15, 2022 8:45 AM
     While much of the talk surrounding what the Los Angeles Kings need to target this summer includes left-shot defensemen and goal-scoring wingers, goalie is another area where the team needs…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 15, 2022 8:35 AM
     With injuries mounting and their playoff chances being slim to none, the Winnipeg Jets are slowly starting to play more of their prospects in preparation for next season. Dylan Samberg,…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 15, 2022 8:25 AM
     David Goyette 2021-22 Team: Sudbury Wolves (OHL)Date of Birth: March 27, 2004Place of Birth: Saint-Jérôme, QC, CANHt: 5-foot-11 Wt: 174 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: CenterNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 first-year eligible Rankings Eliteprospects.com:…

Apr 14, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 14, 2022 5:15 PM
     As Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk and the rest of his team prepares for yet another early start to the golf season, it's fair to ask what their performance this…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 14, 2022 4:35 PM
     Since losing back-to-back games to the St. Louis Blues at the end of March, the Vancouver Canucks have yet to lose a game in regulation and carry a four-game winning…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 14, 2022 4:10 PM
     The NHLs long-term injured reserve (LTIR) situation has had fans quite frustrated. Last season, the controversy surrounded the Tampa Bay Lightning and Nikita Kucherov, as they kept him out all…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 14, 2022 4:00 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers seem to have locked down second place in the Pacific Division after a strong stretch of games. They now have 90 points in 74 games, while the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 14, 2022 2:35 PM
     Back in November in a game against the Ottawa Senators at the TD Garden, Taylor Hall was not seen much on the ice in the third period. In the first…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 14, 2022 2:25 PM
     Chris Kreider continues his career-best season by hitting the 50-goal mark. Tyler Motte went down in his ninth game for the New York Rangers with a "significant" upper-body injury. Kaapo…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 14, 2022 2:15 PM
     In this edition of "NHL Talk," these are the top hockey stories with quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Check Tom Pepper's profile every day for a new edition of the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 14, 2022 2:05 PM
     The Dallas Stars continue their three-game homestand against the streaking Minnesota Wild on Thursday night at the American Airlines Center.  Stars Look to Build Off Latest Performance  The Stars are…

Apr 14, 08:00

Apr 13, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 13, 2022 5:05 PM
     It just wasn't the Edmonton Oilers' night against the Minnesota Wild last Tuesday. Costly giveaways resulted in a 5-1 loss, despite outshooting the Wild 28-23. But the headline of the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 13, 2022 4:55 PM
     The 2022 Frozen Four, the final rounds of the men's NCAA Division I hockey tournament, wrapped up over the weekend, with the University of Denver beating Minnesota State, 5-1, to…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 13, 2022 4:25 PM
     After Thursday's contest, Chicago Blackhawks games will sound very different from what they have for the past 41 years. Last June, the organization announced that longtime TV play-by-play voice Pat Foley…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 13, 2022 4:15 PM
     This was not the way Juuso Valimaki saw his 2021-22 season unfolding. After the young blueliner signed a two-year, $3.1 million deal with the Calgary Flames late last summer, Valimaki…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 13, 2022 4:05 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers play much worse when Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, one of the team's leaders, isn't in the lineup. He has missed time this season, so we can analyze exactly how…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 13, 2022 3:55 PM
     On April 7, Boston Bruins general manager (GM) Don Sweeney and team President Cam Neely were on hand at the TD Garden as the NCAA Frozen Four played their two…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 13, 2022 3:35 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks have had a rollercoaster of a regular season. It started back in the offseason with a blockbuster trade with the Arizona Coyotes, sending Antoine Roussel, Jay Beagle…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 13, 2022 3:25 PM
     On July 1, 2018, the St. Louis Blues and Buffalo Sabres agreed to a trade that sent shockwaves through the National Hockey League. The two teams agreed to send Ryan O'Reilly to…

Apr 13, 06:00

Apr 12, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 12, 2022 5:45 PM
     The Ontario Hockey League regular season is in the final stretch. With just six nights remaining, there is still plenty of business left to be settled. Of the 16 playoff…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 12, 2022 5:30 PM
     To begin the mini-series looking at the best value contracts from each position in the NHL, we will kick off by looking at the goaltenders. Though the best goaltenders in…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 12, 2022 5:15 PM
     If fans of the Edmonton Oilers had any reservations about how the team is feeling on their recent run of strong performances and heading into the final nine games of…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 12, 2022 4:05 PM
     After the Los Angeles Kings' brutal 6-3 loss to the Minnesota Wild, the team now sits just two points ahead of the Vegas Golden Knights, who have one game in…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 12, 2022 3:55 PM
     Igor Shesterkin has been significant to the New York Rangers' regular-season success during 2021-22. He is the top pick to win the Vezina Trophy, awarded to the best goaltender and…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 12, 2022 3:40 PM
     The Dallas Stars begin a stretch of seven of their final 10 games at home with a Tuesday night battle against the Tampa Bay Lightning.  A Vital Stretch Begins for…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 12, 2022 3:10 PM
     The Dallas Stars are fighting to stay in the playoff race, currently sitting in the second wild-card spot in the Western Conference. With 72 games played, they are clawing at…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 12, 2022 2:50 PM
     Ilya Sorokin started the 2021-22 season that the New York Islanders starting goaltender by default. With Semyon Varlamov out with an injury, head coach Barry Trotz was forced to turn…