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Apr 30, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 30, 2023 1:35 PM
     Connor Hellebuyck is going to listen to Winnipeg Jets' GM Kevin Cheveldayoff when he outlines the plans for the team and where the goaltender fits into them. But, if the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 30, 2023 1:25 PM
     This is a playoff series that will haunt the Tampa Bay Lightning for a very long time. When John Tavares snapped a shot through traffic that ricocheted off the skate…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 30, 2023 1:15 PM
     It's an all too familiar place for the New York Rangers. A hard-fought series with the New Jersey Devils has again led them to a pivotal, winner-take-all Game 7. They…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 30, 2023 1:05 PM
     The Battle of Alberta is a storied rivalry that began with the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames in 1980. There have been several iterations that reach further back in time…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 30, 2023 12:46 PM
     April 30 has been a very eventful day in National Hockey League history. An errant pass temporarily derailed a dynasty, multiple epic comebacks were completed, and records were set across…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 30, 2023 12:35 PM
     The Seattle Kraken have another chance to forge a franchise first as Game 7 of their Round 1 Stanley Cup Playoff series with the Colorado Avalanche is upon us. Honestly,…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 30, 2023 12:27 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 Sunday, April 30, 2023 12:22 PM
     Much consideration has been given to the legacy of Jonathan Toews, long-time captain of the Chicago Blackhawks. Now heading into his 15th NHL season, Toews has seen an incredible amount…

Apr 30, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 29, 2023 5:00 PM
     The Washington Capitals will be looking to improve their defensive game as they look to rebound on what was a season to forget. They missed the playoffs and finished near…

Apr 29, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 29, 2023 9:55 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs are just one game away from slaying a dragon and reaching the second round of the NHL playoffs. They will have up to two chances to…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 29, 2023 9:45 AM
     Despite having a chance to make history and win their first-ever playoff series, the Seattle Kraken fell 4-1 in Game 6 to the Colorado Avalanche. Despite Seattle having home ice…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 29, 2023 9:35 AM
     On Jan. 15, the Winnipeg Jets were first in the Western Conference. On April 28, they were the first team eliminated from the postseason. Despite returning to the playoffs in…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 29, 2023 9:25 AM
     The Vegas Golden Knights beat the Winnipeg Jets in the First Round in a short five-game series to advance to the Second Round. They lost Game 1 on their home…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 29, 2023 9:15 AM
     Through the first three-quarters of the 2022-23 season, the Edmonton Oilers were an inconsistent bunch. While their game offensively was elite, as always, there were plenty of concerns regarding their…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 29, 2023 9:05 AM
     The St. Louis Blues' 2022-23 season was a shocking disappointment for fans and management alike, leading to the team becoming sellers at the trade deadline and ultimately finishing in a…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 29, 2023 8:55 AM
     Luca Cagnoni 2022-23 Team: Portland Winterhawks (WHL)Date of Birth: Dec. 21, 2004Place of Birth: Burnaby, BC, CANHeight: 5-foot-10, Weight: 172 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: DefensemanNHL Draft Eligibility: 2023 first year eligible Rankings…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 29, 2023 8:45 AM
     The hardest game to win in any postseason is the series closeout game. The Boston Bruins are finding that out the hard way. After taking a 3-1 series lead with…

Apr 28, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, April 28, 2023 4:55 PM
     There's bound to be repetitive themes that pop up over the course of an 82-game season. Hockey is often a simple game, one that comes down to winning battles, finishing…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 28, 2023 3:55 PM
     There are many storylines to follow with the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The terrible officiating and seeing if the Presidents' Trophy curse will apply to the Boston Bruins are two…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 28, 2023 3:45 PM
     It was a long, cold winter in 2005. There was no hockey played that year, as a lockout caused one of North America's major sports leagues to cancel its season…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 28, 2023 3:05 PM
     Through five games of their first-round series against the Florida Panthers, the Boston Bruins have been led offensively by a surprising forward. While many expected David Pastrnak to follow up…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 28, 2023 2:55 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers are five games deep into their Round 1 series against the Los Angeles Kings. Ahead of the Kings 3-2, the Oilers have a chance to put them…

Apr 28, 08:00

Apr 27, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 27, 2023 3:55 PM
     As a hockey fan and a collector of hockey cards for over five decades, I often look back at the good old days of collecting with a lot of fond…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 27, 2023 3:45 PM
     It's always interesting to consider what could have been if different decisions were made in the past. As the Toronto Maple Leafs head into a Game 5 with the Tampa…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 27, 2023 3:15 PM
     The St. Louis Blues have a multitude of prospects spread throughout the world. While the team undergoes a transition at the NHL level, its prospect pool continues to grow and…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 27, 2023 3:05 PM
     With a slight gap in the action as the Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings wait three days to play each other in a pivotal Game 6 of their best-of-seven…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 27, 2023 3:00 PM
     It's game day for the Winnipeg Jets and this one is ultimately the most important of the season for the team. Heading into Game 5, the Jets are down 3-1…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 27, 2023 2:45 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' News & Rumors, I'll look at a number of things that are happening so far in the series.  First, I'll look a bit…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 27, 2023 2:35 PM
     The New Jersey Devils have the momentum heading into a critical Game 5 after shutting down the New York Rangers' offense in Games 3 and 4 of their first-round playoff…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 27, 2023 2:25 PM
     While the first round of the 2023 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs is in full swing, the Anaheim Ducks are set to begin perhaps their most important offseason in franchise history.…

Apr 27, 06:00

Apr 26, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 26, 2023 5:00 PM
     Brett Kulak was good this season but not great. That is until this first-round series against the Los Angeles Kings, where he has been great. The general consensus is that…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 26, 2023 4:15 PM
     The Winnipeg Jets are down 3-1 in their first-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights. Injuries to Mark Scheifele, Josh Morrissey, and Nikolaj Ehlers have put a major dent in…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 26, 2023 4:00 PM
     Game 5 between the Los Angeles Kings and Edmonton Oilers felt like it could be a turning point. It's obvious that whoever won this game would have the death grip…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 26, 2023 3:20 PM
     The Boston Bruins have their first opportunity to close their series against the Florida Panthers tonight. Coming off two crucial road victories without either of their top two centers, the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 26, 2023 2:20 PM
     There is no shortage of storylines to draw upon when talking about the series between the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild. The Stars are up 3-2 and news that Joe…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 26, 2023 2:00 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs have an extra day off this week, and they'll take on the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday when they can close out their first-round series. The…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 26, 2023 1:25 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, it was announced that the Calgary Flames will be getting a new arena. But, is this really guaranteed? Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs need to…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 26, 2023 1:15 PM
     Making a deal at the NHL Trade Deadline is anything but a sure-fire bet. Oftentimes, buying teams are required to pay a significant premium to acquire a player who may…

Apr 26, 04:00

Apr 25, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 25, 2023 1:40 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-4 in what turned out to be a miraculous Game 4 and now have a commanding 3-1 series lead in their…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 25, 2023 1:25 PM
     The Carolina Hurricanes have been fighting the injury bug throughout their first-round series against the New York Islanders, and it got worse in Game 4. Jack Drury was crushed along…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 25, 2023 1:15 PM
     The Pittsburgh Penguins are going to look much different next season, on and off the ice. Ownership made sweeping changes to the management team just weeks ago and the Penguins…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 25, 2023 12:52 PM
     Eighteen years ago, Boston Bruins goaltender Andrew Raycroft took the National Hockey League by storm. Boston's fifth-round pick in 1998 had spent the previous three seasons bouncing back and forth on…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 25, 2023 12:48 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs have been around for more than a century. With 100 plus years of history, they have had several characters and numerous Hall of Fame players. Many…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 25, 2023 12:43 PM
     Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier and Kevin Lowe retired from the National Hockey League with nothing to prove to their peers in the game. But on Oct. 10, 1979, they flew…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 25, 2023 12:35 PM
     Ahead of Game 5 between the Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings, the Oilers have a few questions that require answers. Do they run with Jack Campbell or Stuart Skinner…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 25, 2023 12:05 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, Cale Makar will have a hearing with the NHL DoPS for his hit on Jared McCann of the Seattle Kraken. Will he be suspended and…

Apr 25, 02:00

Apr 24, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, April 24, 2023 11:50 AM
     The New Jersey Devils came to play in their 2-1 overtime win over the New York Rangers in Game 3. That put them back in the series, but to really make things…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 24, 2023 11:15 AM
     The NHL has consisted of mostly Canadians, Europeans, and Americans from colder climates for the past few decades. Although it's far from being seen as a hockey hotbed, California-born players…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 24, 2023 11:05 AM
     Tom Willander 2022-23 Team: Rögle BK J20 (Nationell)Date of Birth: Feb. 09, 2005Place of Birth: Stockholm, SWEHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 179 poundsShoots: RPosition: DNHL Draft Eligibility: 2023 first-year eligible Rankings While…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 24, 2023 10:55 AM
     Something feels different about the Toronto Maple Leafs this year. There – now that you've got your laughs out of the way, let me address the statement. It's one that,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 24, 2023 10:40 AM
     As the Seattle Kraken prepare for Game 4 of their series against the Colorado Avalanche, they'll need to start digging a little deeper to try and even this series back…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 24, 2023 10:19 AM
     If you had to choose two words to describe April 24 throughout the history of the National Hockey League, "overtime goal" would be the perfect pair to use. This date…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 24, 2023 9:55 AM
     With everything that is happening on the ice between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Tampa Bay Lightning, it's fair to think that the storylines would come from the play…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 24, 2023 9:45 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers never seem to like to make things easy on themselves, and that was certainly the case in Game 4 on Sunday night. They were able to walk…

Apr 24, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 23, 2023 6:10 PM
     The New York Islanders put together their worst playoff performance since the Game 5 loss in the 2021 Semifinal series against the Tampa Bay Lightning where they lost the game…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 23, 2023 4:40 PM
     Although the Colorado Avalanche unexpectedly stumbled in their series opener against the underdog Seattle Kraken, they head into Game 4 (April 24) with a 2-1 lead, largely in line with…

Apr 23, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 23, 2023 9:25 AM
     The St. Louis Blues have entered one of the most important offseasons under general manager Doug Armstrong. The franchise is at a crossroads after a non-competitive 81-point season. They have…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 23, 2023 9:15 AM
     The Minnesota Wild may have won Game 3 and are now up 2-1 in the series, but there are still things they need to fix if they hope to win…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 23, 2023 9:05 AM
     No, there was no earthquake occurring in the Pacific Northwest tonight, that was just the roof blowing off Climate Pledge Arena after Jaden Schwartz scored the first home postseason goal…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 23, 2023 8:55 AM
     Welcome to the Vancouver Canucks 2022-23 report card series. In this series, we at The Hockey Writers look back at each Canucks player from the past season, break down how their campaign…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 23, 2023 8:45 AM
     It was a heartbreaker in downtown Winnipeg on Saturday, as the Winnipeg Jets fell 5-4 in Game 3 to the Vegas Golden Knights in a double-overtime thriller. With the win,…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 23, 2023 8:35 AM
     Now that the players have cleaned out their lockers and exit interviews have been conducted, the Montreal Canadiens are officially in offseason mode after finishing the 2022-23 campaign with the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 23, 2023 8:25 AM
     The 2022-23 season was, plain and simple, a disappointment for the St. Louis Blues. After four consecutive playoff appearances and 10 appearances in the last 11 years, to miss out…

Apr 22, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 22, 2023 4:45 PM
     "Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved." – Helen Keller If it…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 22, 2023 3:45 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers are facing a challenging situation, having fallen behind 2-1 to the Los Angeles Kings in a series many hockey experts predicted they would win before the playoffs…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 22, 2023 3:35 PM
     Succeeding, so far. The Montreal Canadiens just completed the second season of a rebuild under general manager (GM) Kent Hughes. Due to the plan in place, the team loses far…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 22, 2023 2:45 PM
     This is an argument that can be made for any NHL superstar player, but in the case of Connor McDavid, the question feels more relevant on Saturday following a 3-2…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 22, 2023 2:28 PM
     *This was originally published in April 2022 Guy Lafleur is one of the most renowned Montreal Canadiens players. His name belongs with other Habs legends, such as Jean Beliveau and…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 22, 2023 2:24 PM
     *This article was published during the 2022 Playoffs On May 15, 2022, hockey fans were treated to two great, memorable Game 7 first-round matchups. The New York Rangers defeated the…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 22, 2023 2:20 PM
     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…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 22, 2023 2:15 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks were among the busiest teams throughout the 2022-23 season. There were many moving parts through trades and call-ups throughout the year. Because it was a rebuilding season…

Apr 22, 08:00

Apr 21, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, April 21, 2023 5:30 PM
     The Los Angeles Kings head home with the series tied at one game apiece. Both games followed a similar pattern of play. The Kings got dominated in the first period…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 21, 2023 4:25 PM
     Roman Kantserov 2022-23 Team: Stalnye Lisy Magnitogorsk / MHLDate of Birth: Sep 20, 2004Place of Birth: Magnitogorsk, RussiaHeight: 5-foot-9, Weight: 176 poundsShoots: RightPosition: Right WingNHL Draft Eligibility: First-year eligible Rankings…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 21, 2023 3:55 PM
     Building up to the first-round clash between the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils, much discussion was had surrounding the Rangers' ability to contain the Devils' speed game. Many…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 21, 2023 3:35 PM
     After a ridiculous 64-goal, 153-point season, both NHL and Edmonton Oilers fans expected Connor McDavid to continue tearing it up in the playoffs. The 26-year-old proved a year ago how…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 21, 2023 2:38 PM
     The Hockey Hall of Fame class of 2020 remains the most recent class due to COVID-19 and all were worthy of entry. It's called the Hall of Fame, not the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 21, 2023 2:33 PM
     On April 21, 1951, Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Toronto Maple Leafs and their bitter Original Six rival the Montreal Canadiens had gone into overtime. Then-Maple…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 21, 2023 2:29 PM
     A promising pipeline of prospects is an integral part of a team's long-term success. During the Detroit Red Wings' 24-year playoff streak, they managed to strike gold in the later…

The Hockey Writers Friday, April 21, 2023 1:15 PM
     That was as frustrating a loss as you can get for the New York Islanders. They played a strong and physical game in Game 2, wanting to wear down the…

Apr 21, 04:00

Apr 20, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 20, 2023 1:20 PM
     Give the Tampa Bay Lightning credit. They outworked and outplayed the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 1 on Tuesday night and are in a good position heading into Game 2…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 20, 2023 1:00 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Philadelphia Flyers are going to take the patient approach when it comes to improving their team. Meanwhile, the Washington Capitals are working on an…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 20, 2023 12:20 PM
     Caden Price 2022-23 Team: Kelowna Rockets Date of Birth: Aug 24, 2005 Place of Birth: Saskatoon, SK, CANHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 181 pounds Shoots: LeftPosition: DefenseNHL Draft Eligibility: 2023 first-year eligible  Rankings  Caden Price…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:53 AM
     The Anaheim Ducks have worn quite a few jerseys during their relatively short history. Some of them have been among the most beloved in the NHL, while some have failed…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:49 AM
     *This article was updated in April 2023 Whenever a new franchise enters the NHL, you never know what that team's identity will become. While some teams never develop a single…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:45 AM
     As an original six franchise, countless greats have donned the New York Rangers sweater since their establishment in 1926. When it comes to the netminders, two men stand out above…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 20, 2023 11:25 AM
     The New Jersey Devils struggled to get going in Game 1 of their Round 1 matchup against the New York Rangers, as they couldn't overcome an early 2-0 deficit en…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, April 20, 2023 10:55 AM
     Following a difficult season, the San Jose Sharks are preparing to undertake one of the most intriguing offseasons in franchise history. They have begun a full-scale rebuild for the first…

Apr 20, 02:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 19, 2023 6:05 PM
     Ahead of Game 2 vs. the Los Angeles Kings, we know the Edmonton Oilers are down 0-1 in the series. We also know the team is confident in their ability…

Apr 19, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 19, 2023 11:55 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, Michael Bunting has a hearing with the NHL DoPS. Meanwhile, the St. Louis Blues have given Jordan Kyrou a mandate over the offseason. Patrice Bergeron…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 19, 2023 11:05 AM
     With the Calgary Flames unfortunately not partaking in the NHL playoffs this season, players and fans alike are in for a long offseason. Not many things went right after last…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 19, 2023 10:55 AM
     After finishing the season with a record of 40-25-3-4, the Abbotsford Canucks are set for a three-game series against the Bakersfield Condors. This is the second straight season that they…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 19, 2023 10:52 AM
     April 19 has proven to be a big day for netminders in National Hockey League history. This date has also given us the start of the first modern-era dynasty, a…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 19, 2023 10:45 AM
     Toronto Maple Leafs forward Michael Bunting has been known for being an agitator and a player who can get under the opponent's skin.  In the second half of this season,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 19, 2023 10:35 AM
     The New Jersey Devils' first playoff game in five years did not go as hoped. Some early jitters plagued them, as the New York Rangers jumped out to a 2-0…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 19, 2023 10:25 AM
     Detroit Red Wings fans have high hopes for Sebastian Cossa. The 15th overall 2021 Draft pick has a big frame (6-foot-6, 209 pounds) to go along with great athleticism. He…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, April 19, 2023 10:15 AM
     There is tension in Oil Country after the Edmonton Oilers dropped Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Kings, falling 4-3 in overtime at Rogers Place…

Apr 19, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 18, 2023 4:35 PM
     Ottawa Senators general manager (GM) Pierre Dorion spoke for almost half an hour at his end-of-season media availability, fielding questions from reporters in the wake of another failed attempt to…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 18, 2023 4:25 PM
     Brad Treliving was just over a week short of hitting the nine-year mark as the Calgary Flames general manager (GM). He was hired in April 2014 after the team had…

Apr 18, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 18, 2023 9:55 AM
     The Minnesota Wild started their 2023 Postseason journey by taking on the Dallas Stars with Game 1 on the road in Dallas, TX on April 17. The Wild came out…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 18, 2023 9:45 AM
     The New York Islanders played a hard-fought, defensive battle in Game 1 against the Carolina Hurricanes. Unfortunately, despite plenty of opportunities to take control, they ended up on the losing…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 18, 2023 9:35 AM
     With the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs officially underway, we here at The Hockey Writers take a deep dive into this past season for the Arizona Coyotes. Year two of the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 18, 2023 9:25 AM
     The St. Louis Blues will have a golden opportunity to add to their prospect pool at the 2023 NHL Entry Draft with three first-round picks at their disposal. The club will…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 18, 2023 9:15 AM
     The NHL playoffs got underway on Monday, but for the Toronto Maple Leafs' faithful, April 18 is the big day for the redemption tour hopefuls. The team will kick off…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 18, 2023 9:05 AM
     The 2022-23 Buffalo Sabres season came to an end this past Friday with a victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Though it was a very encouraging season filled with improvement…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 18, 2023 8:55 AM
     In September 2022, Nick Suzuki was named captain of the Montreal Canadiens, becoming both the 31st and youngest-serving captain in franchise history. One year after the team played the entirety of…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, April 18, 2023 8:45 AM
     The Ottawa Senators' season was a bag of mixed emotions, and while they fell shy of the playoffs, there are plenty of positives to take away. The young players took…

Apr 17, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, April 17, 2023 6:05 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens were eliminated from competing in the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs for a second consecutive year, finishing 28th in league standings and guaranteeing a top-seven selection in the 2023 NHL…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 17, 2023 5:15 PM
     While the entire first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs promises to be exciting, one series that many have at the top of their must-watch list is the one…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 17, 2023 4:15 PM
     On Sunday afternoon, the Edmonton Oilers announced they signed defenseman Cam Dineen to a one-year, two-way contract extension. The 24-year-old was acquired alongside Nick Bjugstad at this year's trade deadline…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 17, 2023 3:55 PM
     The 2022-23 NHL season has come to an end for the Buffalo Sabres, and while they did not make it to the playoffs, there were so many other positive things…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 17, 2023 3:45 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens are about to enter the second offseason under general manager (GM) Kent Hughes and executive vice-president (EVP) Jeff Gorton. They have much to do with the franchise…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 17, 2023 3:35 PM
     After complete silence from the organization in recent days, the Calgary Flames announced on Monday morning that they have mutually parted ways with general manager (GM) Brad Treliving. Much speculation…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 17, 2023 3:15 PM
     Game 1 of the first-round series between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Tampa Bay Lightning begins on Tuesday, April 18, in Toronto. Given the two team's regular season records,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, April 17, 2023 2:55 PM
     The Buffalo Sabres have been rebuilding phase for several years, and they've struggled over those many seasons to find success on the ice. However, this regular season there were signs…

Apr 17, 06:00

Apr 16, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 16, 2023 1:50 PM
     The 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs mark the New York Rangers' second consecutive postseason appearance. The organization will attempt to make the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2014…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 16, 2023 1:35 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, who are some of the names the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers looking at when it comes to taking on executive roles with their respective…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 16, 2023 1:33 PM
     April 16 is a huge date amongst the National Hockey League's "Original Six" franchises, with four of them winning the Stanley Cup. There are also plenty of Hall of Fame…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 16, 2023 1:25 PM
     The Florida Panthers are gearing up for their Round 1 matchup against the Presidents' Trophy-winning and record-setting Boston Bruins. During the regular season series, the Panthers and Bruins split their…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 16, 2023 1:15 PM
     Game 1 of the first-round series between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Tampa Bay Lightning begins on Tuesday, April 18, in Toronto. Given the two team's regular season records,…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 16, 2023 1:08 PM
     On May 4, 2022, Kirill Kaprizov registered his first career postseason hat trick in the Minnesota Wild's 6-2 win over the St. Louis Blues in Game 2 of their first-round…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, April 16, 2023 1:04 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 Sunday, April 16, 2023 12:59 PM
     Originally published in July 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 of…

Apr 16, 02:00

Apr 15, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 15, 2023 11:20 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers are set to take on the Los Angeles Kings for the second playoff year in a row. Edmonton squeaked by the Kings in seven games last season…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 15, 2023 11:10 AM
     The regular season is over, and playoff matchups are set for Round 1. After a historic season that saw the New Jersey Devils break a record for wins (52) and points…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 15, 2023 10:45 AM
     The Tampa Bay Lightning are looking to do what few other teams in NHL history have done by appearing in their fourth straight Stanley Cup Final, joining the Montreal Canadiens…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 15, 2023 10:35 AM
     Since entering the National Hockey League almost 60 years ago, the Pittsburgh Penguins, perhaps more than any other franchise, have been defined on a pendulum swing, from being one of…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 15, 2023 10:15 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, will the Pittsburgh Penguins make a push to sign Kyle Dubas after this season ends? Meanwhile, what is going to happen in Ottawa where there…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 15, 2023 10:05 AM
     There are no promises Montreal Canadiens forward Sean Farrell stays in the NHL. For the sake of his development, he probably shouldn't.

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 15, 2023 9:55 AM
     The Philadelphia Flyers missed the playoffs for the third consecutive time in 2022-23 in their first season under head coach John Tortorella. The organization underwent major changes during the season,…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, April 15, 2023 9:45 AM
     There were five players who scored 50 goals in the NHL this season. Eighteen players reached the 40-goal mark, but few received as little fanfare as Adrian Kempe. He scored…