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The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 30, 2022 6:54 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 Thursday, June 30, 2022 4:05 PM
     Deep drafts do not come around often, but when they do it is best to take advantage of the high-end prospect pool. The Buffalo Sabres have three picks in the…

Jun 30, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 30, 2022 9:55 AM
     Jackson Dorrington 2021-22 Team: Des Moines Buccaneers (USHL)Date of Birth: April 13, 2004Place of Birth: North Reading, MA, USAHt: 6-foot-2 Wt: 192 poundsShoots: LPosition: DNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 first-year eligible…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 30, 2022 9:45 AM
     If the St. Louis Blues aren't considered top Stanley Cup contenders entering the 2021-22 season, they are right on the bubble. After all, they gave the newly-crowned Colorado Avalanche one…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 30, 2022 9:35 AM
     The Kevin Fiala sweepstakes have finally come to an end. The Athletic's Michael Russo first reported that the Minnesota Wild traded the pending restricted free agent's rights to the Los…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 30, 2022 9:25 AM
     The Los Angeles Kings have gotten their business done early this summer, acquiring star forward Kevin Fiala from the Minnesota Wild. There have been rumors about the Kings' desire to…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 30, 2022 9:15 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, could the Edmonton Oilers have prioritized Jack Campbell as a free agent? One scribe thinks he makes the most sense. Meanwhile, another report suggests the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 30, 2022 9:05 AM
     The Anaheim Ducks are officially in offseason mode. With the 2021-22 season in the rearview mirror, we can look back at some of the individual seasons that Ducks' players had and how…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 30, 2022 8:55 AM
     Barring the Philadelphia Flyers staying the course through the 2022 NHL Draft, that leaves them with work to do in free agency. They can acquire players to fill those concerns…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 30, 2022 8:54 AM
     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.…

Jun 29, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 29, 2022 7:55 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, June 29, 2022 5:05 PM
     The Minnesota Wild have traded the rights to pending restricted free agent Kevin Fiala to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for the Kings 2022 first-round pick and prospect Brock…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 29, 2022 3:55 PM
     Fans of the Edmonton Oilers are watching closely what happens with the team's contract situations this summer, some specifically watching the Duncan Keith situation to see if he retires. Most…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 29, 2022 2:55 PM
     After making it all the way to the Western Conference Final, the Edmonton Oilers are set to draft 29th overall with their only first-round selection of the 2022 NHL Entry…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 29, 2022 2:25 PM
     It's not pessimistic to be straightforward about the future of the Ottawa Senators. They're making great strides in their rebuild; that much is true. But over the course of the…

Jun 29, 08:00

Jun 28, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 28, 2022 5:20 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, June 28, 2022 4:55 PM
     Throughout every offseason, teams go up and down their roster and try to address the areas that are in need of improvement. As we've seen with the Vancouver Canucks, talks…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 28, 2022 4:45 PM
     The Philadelphia Flyers' hiring of John Tortorella as their new head coach signifies that they will adopt a defense-first, aggressive approach that will be a welcomed attitude given how much…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 28, 2022 3:50 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks didn't wait long after the 2022 Stanley Cup was awarded to celebrate news of their own. In fact, they began to roll some pretty significant communications as…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 28, 2022 3:30 PM
     Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final marked a changing of the guard in the NHL. While the Colorado Avalanche had the franchise-altering win, hoisting the Cup for the first…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 28, 2022 3:20 PM
     Now that the Stanley Cup has been awarded to the Colorado Avalanche (congratulations to Darren Helm, and Darren Helm only), the NHL offseason has officially begun. With the 2022 NHL…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 28, 2022 3:10 PM
     It has been a summer of surgeries for the Washington Capitals. First Tom Wilson, then Nicklas Backstrom, and now Alex Alexeyev, who is expected to miss 4-5 months after undergoing…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 28, 2022 2:40 PM
     The New York Islanders are looking to make a big move in the offseason. Whether the team signs a free agent or acquires a star player in a trade, general…

Jun 28, 04:00

Jun 27, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, June 27, 2022 1:35 PM
     Well, it appears I owe the Colorado Avalanche a mea culpa. Contrary to my prediction, they defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning in six games and hoisted the Stanley Cup as…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 27, 2022 12:50 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, what comes next for the Colorado Avalanche, who are this season's Stanley Cup winners? They'll take some time to enjoy the victory, but GM Joe…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 27, 2022 11:05 AM
     The Colorado Avalanche traveled back to Tampa to face the Lightning in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final last night, looking to close out the series and avoid a…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 27, 2022 10:45 AM
     The Winnipeg Jets have had one of the most entertaining offseasons in franchise history, and it hasn't even started yet. Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff releases an article weekly outlining…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 27, 2022 10:35 AM
     As readers of our posts know, sometimes Stan Smith and I collaborate to produce co-authored pieces. Although Stan and I often are on the same page, sometimes we disagree. Specifically,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 27, 2022 10:25 AM
     The Minnesota Wild report cards are now down to the goaltenders. With Cam Talbot's grade done, it's time for the man who was the main backup until the 2022 NHL…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 27, 2022 10:22 AM
     A pair of National Hockey League Entry Drafts were held on this date, with both teams from the Sunshine State getting a crack at the top pick. Also, the NHL's…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 27, 2022 10:15 AM
     The St. Louis Blues will have the 120th pick in the fourth round of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. This will be 32 picks after their third-round selection, but it…

Jun 27, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 26, 2022 4:25 PM
     If you are a fan of the draft, then June 26 is a huge day for you. Five separate NHL Entry Drafts were held on this date, bringing some Hall…

Jun 26, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 26, 2022 9:15 AM
     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 Sunday, June 26, 2022 9:05 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers set the bar for next season with a successful final four finish, and now there's an expectation to keep progressing. General manager Ken Holland will be busy…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 26, 2022 8:55 AM
     Weeks of #TrotzWatch were all for naught. So — who else is on the radar? Trotz's Turndown a Crushing Blow On Friday afternoon, Darren Dreger confirmed that Barry Trotz —…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 26, 2022 8:45 AM
     The Philadelphia Flyers don't have as many big-time free agents this season as other teams; thus less to do in terms of re-signing and workable cap space. With that said,…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 26, 2022 8:35 AM
     While the majority of Calgary Flames players had successful 2021-22 seasons, the same cannot be said for Sean Monahan. The 27-year-old entered the campaign with plenty to prove, as he…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 26, 2022 8:25 AM
     The Los Angeles Kings had four players, not including rookies, who posted breakout, and career seasons in 2021-22. Adrian Kempe, Phillip Danault, Trevor Moore, and Mikey Anderson all took big…

Jun 25, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 25, 2022 4:20 PM
     After landing the best European free agent out there in Andrei Kuzmenko, what other fun things does Vancouver Canucks general manager (GM) Patrik Allvin have up his sleeve? A mega-trade…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 25, 2022 2:35 PM
     As the Vancouver Canucks look to fill out their roster for the 2022-23 season, one question that should be asked is whether or not bringing back Tyler Motte is a…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 25, 2022 2:10 PM
     I previously talked about a scenario where the Edmonton Oilers and San Jose Sharks could actually work out a trade that would see Evander Kane come back to the Oilers…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 25, 2022 1:35 PM
     Despite a career season in 2021-22, J.T. Miller might be finding himself wearing a new uniform before the start of next season. It seems the trade market is heating up…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 25, 2022 1:35 PM
     June 25 has been an important date for the National Hockey League and its growth from six to the soon-to-be 32 teams. Also, this date brought us some important rule…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 25, 2022 1:25 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, there is speculation the Edmonton Oilers might have more cap space than people realize, the cap space coming from a very strange trade. Meanwhile, the…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 25, 2022 1:05 PM
     About a week ago, we wrote a post about Josh Anderson and if the Maple Leafs should go after him in a trade. We made the case that Anderson would…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 25, 2022 12:55 PM
     When Edmonton Oilers general manager Ken Holland signed head coach Jay Woodcroft to a new three-year contract extension on June 21, a collective sigh of relief could be heard around…

Jun 25, 06:00

Jun 24, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 24, 2022 3:45 PM
     Andrei Svechnikov was a key piece of the Carolina Hurricanes' scoring attack throughout the 2021-22 campaign. He entered the season facing high expectations after signing an eight-year, $62 million extension…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 24, 2022 3:10 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll take a look at why fans see Mitch Marner's recent NHL award as different from the awards that Auston…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 24, 2022 2:55 PM
     Whether the Colorado Avalanche win the Stanly Cup or not, there are going to be a number of players wanting paydays like what happens every season. It appears as though…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 24, 2022 2:45 PM
     Kirill Kudryavtsev 2021-22 Team: Soo Greyhounds (OHL)Date of Birth: Feb 5, 2004Place of Birth: Yaroslavl, RussiaHeight: 5-foot-11, Weight: 185 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: DefenseNHL Draft Eligibility: First Year Eligible Rankings: NHL Central…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 24, 2022 2:25 PM
     Another first-round playoff elimination has the Minnesota Wild heading back to the drawing board this offseason. They have several areas that they must address, but most importantly is the goaltending…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 24, 2022 1:55 PM
     I've seen many comments about two Edmonton Oilers, calling for them to be traded: one, their top defenceman, and the other, a young forward with lots of potential. I understand…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 24, 2022 1:45 PM
     Patrice Bergeron has reportedly decided to return to the Boston Bruins, likely on a one-year deal, per Joe McDonald of the Worcester Telegram & Gazette. This would answer the biggest…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 24, 2022 1:14 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.…

Jun 24, 04:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 23, 2022 8:25 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.…

Jun 23, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 23, 2022 3:45 PM
     The question, 'Why would the Oilers consider trading one of their better prospects?' is always fair to ask when the idea of building for the future and winning with drafted…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 23, 2022 3:35 PM
     To pursue or not to pursue. With free agency set to start in just a few weeks, the Boston Bruins have many questions and roster spots up for grabs. Free…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 23, 2022 2:55 PM
     There have been plenty of rumors suggesting that the Los Angeles Kings are in the market for a big-name forward this offseason. I've made my opinions on this matter clear…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 23, 2022 2:45 PM
     Kasper Lundell 2021-22 Team: HIFK / LiigaDate of Birth: Mar. 11, 2004Place of Birth: Espoo, FinlandHt: 5-foot-11 Wt: 174 lbsShoots: LPosition: ForwardNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 23, 2022 1:55 PM
     The Tampa Bay Lightning suffered an extremely difficult 3-2 overtime loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday for a few reasons. In falling behind 3-1 in the Stanley Cup Final,…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 23, 2022 1:35 PM
     David Moravec 2021-22 Team: BK Mladá Boleslav (Czechia)DOB: Sep. 18, 2003Place of Birth: Havlickuv Brod, CZEHt: 6-foot Wt: 190 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: DefenseNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 Draft Eligible Rankings Central Scouting:…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 23, 2022 1:25 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' News & Rumors, I'll take a look at Nazem Kadri's postseason and how he's finally severing ties with Toronto both mentally and physically.…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 23, 2022 12:25 PM
     After their second-round loss to the Edmonton Oilers, now is the time for the Calgary Flames to reflect on a very impressive 2021-22 regular season. Despite the disappointing end, the…

Jun 23, 04:00

Jun 22, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 22, 2022 1:40 PM
     Big moves are coming for the Philadelphia Flyers, and to pull anything off, they need to bring in an impactful top-six forward and move out some money. The Chicago Blackhawks…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 22, 2022 1:05 PM
     Bruce Cassidy's name was not expected to be part of the offseason coaching carousel when the Vegas Golden Knights decided to part ways with Pete DeBoer, now the Dallas Stars'…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 22, 2022 12:45 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' News & Rumors, there's some good news for Maple Leafs' players after the NHL awards last night. Two of the team's best players…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 22, 2022 12:35 PM
     When you see a specific team or system dominate the NHL draft board with their top prospects, you know they're doing a terrific job at developing their top talent for…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 22, 2022 12:26 PM
     Boston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney's first National Hockey League Entry Draft was one for the ages. Just over one month after the former Boston defenseman got the job, he…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 22, 2022 12:22 PM
     Hockey fans who were old enough probably remember where they were on Mar. 23, 1994. Wayne Gretzky, known as The Great One, took a pass from longtime teammate Marty McSorely…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 22, 2022 12:17 PM
     The 2010 NHL Entry Draft is notable for producing many of the NHL's present-day elite, including Tyler Seguin and Taylor Hall, who were selected first and second, respectively. It's also…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 22, 2022 11:55 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Florida Panthers have found their head coach, but it isn't the Jack Adams finalist they already had in house. Meanwhile, Auston Matthews won a…

Jun 22, 02:00

Jun 21, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 21, 2022 11:15 AM
     Filip Nordberg 2021-22 Team: Södertälje SK J20 (Nationell)Date of Birth: Mar 05, 2004Place of Birth: Stockholm, SWEHt: 6-foot-4 Wt: 207 poundsShoots: LPosition: DNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 first-year eligible Rankings NHL…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 21, 2022 10:55 AM
     The Boston Bruins are at a crossroads. Management must decide how to construct the team, with an eye towards competing in the short term, building for the long term, or…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 21, 2022 10:45 AM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets find themselves in an odd predicament when it comes to their goaltending depth. It appeared to be a strength prior to the 2021-22 season, however, it…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 21, 2022 10:35 AM
     This edition of the Vancouver Canucks Prospects Report will be covering the potential of two recent Swedish free agent signings in pivot Nils Åman and former Minnesota Wild first-rounder Filip…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 21, 2022 10:25 AM
     The Stanley Cup Final is a series again. The Colorado Avalanche entered Monday's contest with a 2-0 series lead after crushing the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 2. Tampa exacted…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 21, 2022 10:16 AM
     This date in National Hockey League history has seen some major coaching moves in recent years. It has also hosted three different NHL Entry Drafts with some impressive classes. Let's…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 21, 2022 10:15 AM
     David Spacek 2021-22 Team: Sherbrooke Phoenix (QMJHL)Date of Birth: Feb. 18, 2003Place of Birth: Columbus, OH, USAHt: 6-foot-0 Wt: 170 lbsShoots: RPosition: DNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 second-year eligible Rankings NHL…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 21, 2022 10:05 AM
     The Montreal Canadiens will be the center of the hockey world at the 2022 Upper Deck NHL Draft. The Bell Centre is set to host the event that is expected…

Jun 21, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, June 20, 2022 4:50 PM
     With the offseason barely underway, the New York Islanders didn't just change, they kicked the door down. General manager Lou Lamoriello fired head coach Barry Trotz in an unexpected move…

Jun 20, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, June 20, 2022 9:45 AM
     Hockey insider Elliote Friedman recently said on a Sportsnet broadcast that the Ottawa Senators must make a decision on Connor Brown. The Senators forward has one year left on his…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 20, 2022 9:44 AM
     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 Monday, June 20, 2022 9:35 AM
     The New York Islanders are in the middle of a pivotal offseason where they look to make a handful of moves to bounce back after a disappointing 2021-22 season. With…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 20, 2022 8:45 AM
     We're just over two weeks from the NHL Draft, which will take place on July 7 in Montreal. As most know by now, the New Jersey Devils hold the second…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 20, 2022 8:35 AM
     After finishing the 2021-22 season with a 32-40-10 record, the Detroit Red Wings will pick eighth in the 2022 NHL Draft. And while they once again missed out on the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 20, 2022 8:25 AM
     Welcome back to our ongoing series on the Columbus Blue Jackets and the offseason. Last time, we looked at six potential options for them with the sixth overall pick. Today,…

Jun 19, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 19, 2022 6:20 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 Sunday, June 19, 2022 4:10 PM
     Thomas Milic 2021-22 Team: Seattle Thunderbirds (WHL)Date of Birth: April 14, 2003Place of Birth: New Westminster, BC, CanadaHt: 6-foot-0, Wt: 170 poundsCatches: LeftPosition: GoaltenderNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 second-year eligible Rankings…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 19, 2022 2:30 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' News & Rumors, I'll take a look at what watching the Stanley Cup Final might mean for the Maple Leafs as a team.…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 19, 2022 2:15 PM
     The 2022 NHL Draft is filled with Ontario Hockey League (OHL) prospects that are not getting the attention they deserve. Whether it be because they are in their second year of…

Jun 19, 08:00

Jun 18, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 18, 2022 4:55 PM
     It seems evident that the next three to four years are the window in which the Edmonton Oilers have the best chance to win the Stanley Cup. Both Connor McDavid…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 18, 2022 3:55 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers, specifically Ken Holland, have a lot of work to do this summer. If the plan is to keep as much of this team together as possible, Holland…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 18, 2022 3:25 PM
     The Western Hockey League (WHL) has forged an identity as being the toughest league to play in in the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) circuit. They may not have the high-flying…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 18, 2022 3:03 PM
     Little Big Men have always been a staple in the NHL.  You know the type: fast as the wind, nimble on their feet, quick with their hands and tough to…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 18, 2022 2:59 PM
     The NHL Trade Deadline always has some great stories, so it's never a bad time to look back at the impactful deals the Vancouver Canucks made in the last decade.…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 18, 2022 2:55 PM
     Before the 1999 NHL Draft took place in Boston, MA on June 26, many believed it was to have a deep amount of talent to choose from – a treasure…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 18, 2022 2:35 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks are entering a crucial offseason that could shape the franchise for years to come. With names like J.T. Miller, Tyler Myers, Jason Dickinson and Tanner Pearson all…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 18, 2022 2:25 PM
     We're just under a month away from the 2022 NHL Draft, and the prospect chatter is beginning to heat up with only two teams left in the fight for the…

Jun 18, 06:00

Jun 17, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 17, 2022 3:25 PM
     In this week's edition of Montreal Canadiens news and rumors, the Habs kick the offseason into high gear with a significant trade, the Laval Rocket fall in the Eastern Conference…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 17, 2022 1:55 PM
     The NHL's free agency period is right around the corner, and the Minnesota Wild have a busy offseason ahead of them. They will rely on the market as well as…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 17, 2022 1:25 PM
     The start of the Stanley Cup Final means that the end of the 2021-22 NHL season is around the corner. With that, the 2022 NHL Entry Level Draft and free…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 17, 2022 1:15 PM
     The 2021 NHL Draft was the year of the defenseman as Owen Power (1st – Buffalo Sabres), Luke Hughes (4th – New Jersey Devils), Simon Edvinsson (6th – Detroit Red…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 17, 2022 1:05 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'm going to string together some considerations about the current situation in which the team is engaged. It's impossible to…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 17, 2022 12:56 PM
     "Silly sider" is a term we hear ascribed to right-shooting, right-catching, and often left-handed goalies. Like left-handed baseball pitchers, full right goalies supposedly play at an advantage over left-shooting skaters.…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 17, 2022 12:51 PM
     There's nothing more Canadian than the game of hockey, so it's not surprising that more than 40 per cent of current NHLers are from the Great White North. You don't…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 17, 2022 12:47 PM
     On Aug. 9, 1988, the hockey world changed forever. The Edmonton Oilers traded the Great One, Wayne Gretzky, along with Marty McSorley and Mike Krushelnyski, to the Los Angeles Kings…

Jun 17, 04:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 16, 2022 8:02 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.…

Jun 16, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 16, 2022 1:55 PM
     With the offseason nearly upon us, teams will spend the summer looking for ways to make their organization better. One of the best ways of instantly bolstering any roster is…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 16, 2022 1:45 PM
     The key for the Tampa Bay Lightning to win their third straight Stanley Cup will be one of their core lines. The best part is, for this group to be…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 16, 2022 1:35 PM
     The Los Angeles Kings' rebuild is heading in the right direction. Despite the team's first-round playoff exit against the Edmonton Oilers, general manager Rob Blake's team has made significant progress…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 16, 2022 1:25 PM
     The St. Louis Blues' 2021-22 season represented a major transition for the franchise. No longer a stout defensive team built from the blue line out, they finished second in the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 16, 2022 1:05 PM
     The 2022 Draft is set for July 7, and the Montreal Canadiens, with the first overall pick, are starting to dream of adding that next great piece to their roster.…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 16, 2022 1:01 PM
     With the NHL Entry Draft fast approaching, we recently looked at the Los Angeles Kings' biggest draft busts. While that was a tough list to read for fans, this one…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 16, 2022 12:57 PM
     The Pittsburgh Penguins are a storied franchise, with five Stanley Cups, and with legends among the likes of Mario Lemieux, Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Jaromir Jagr, it's very easy…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 16, 2022 12:35 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' News & Rumors, I'll share emerging news and rumors around the team. First, I'll take a look at 19-year-old Matthew Knies' year and…

Jun 16, 02:00

Jun 15, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:55 AM
     Adam Engstrom 2021-22 Team: Rogle BK J20 / J20 NationellDate of Birth: Nov. 17, 2003Place of Birth: Sodertalje, SwedenHt: 6-foot-2 Wt: 185 lbsShoots: LPosition: DefensemanNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 first-year eligible…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:31 AM
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:23 AM
     A hat trick is one of the NHL's rarest achievements with only 97 during the 2018-19 season, or roughly one in 7.6 percent of games. That's rarer than a shutout,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:18 AM
     There was a time when the New Jersey Devils were Stanley Cup contenders every season. While the Devils' Stanley Cup championship rosters included notable skaters and future Hockey Hall of…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 15, 2022 10:55 AM
     The Stanley Cup Final is officially set to begin between the Colorado Avalanche and the defending champions for the past two seasons, Tampa Bay Lightning. The Minnesota Wild actually have…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 15, 2022 10:45 AM
     We have stated a number of times recently that we feel the 2021-22 roster that the Toronto Maple Leafs finished the regular season with was the best roster we have…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 15, 2022 10:35 AM
     The Pittsburgh Penguins are likely going to have to shed some salary this offseason, as Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang are pending unrestricted free agents (UFA), and they have several…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 15, 2022 10:25 AM
     The offseason continues to progress at a grinding crawl for the Anaheim Ducks, with many of their major events set to occur after the conclusion of the Stanley Cup Final.…

Jun 15, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 14, 2022 7:47 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.…

Jun 14, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 14, 2022 9:45 AM
     With the conclusion of the Eastern and Western Conference Finals, the 2022 Stanley Cup Final is set to be contested between the Colorado Avalanche and the Tampa Bay Lightning. The…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 14, 2022 9:25 AM
     The St. Louis Blues' 2021-22 season represented a major transition for the franchise. No longer a stout defensive team built from the blue line out, they finished second in the NHL in…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 14, 2022 9:15 AM
     Ruslan Gazizov 2021-22 Team: London Knights (#89)Date of Birth: Jan. 21, 2004Place of Birth: Navy Urengoy, RussiaHt: 5'11" Wt: 187 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: LWNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 third-year eligible Rankings NHL…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 14, 2022 9:05 AM
     It has become official that Mikko Koskinen has signed with HC Lugano of the National League (Switzerland), as he would've been an unrestricted free agent on July 13. He spent…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 14, 2022 8:55 AM
     With free agency opening up on July 13th, it is time to look at who the Vancouver Canucks could add to improve their roster. Before the organization signs any players,…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 14, 2022 8:45 AM
     There is a lot of buzz surrounding the Los Angeles Kings and the potential for them to make a big splash this summer. I've discussed a few times the options…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 14, 2022 8:35 AM
     On one of our recent posts about the Toronto Maple Leafs' moves in the offseason, reader SR made the following comment: "Nylander for Gibson as starters makes sense!" We're not…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 14, 2022 8:25 AM
     Some of the most shocking moments on the draft floor have come not from which players are selected in which order, but from which players and picks exchange hands in…