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May 31, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 31, 2023 7:05 PM
     At the moment, the Kamloops Blazers are in the midst of defending home ice at the 2023 Memorial Cup as the host city and one of two WHL teams vying…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 31, 2023 3:45 PM
     Joining a new league is tough for any teenager, but coming from abroad can be that much more daunting. Over their vast history, the Windsor Spitfires have dressed dozens of…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 31, 2023 3:35 PM
     In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, what is the future of Kailer Yamamoto in Edmonton? Some had previously suggested a trade, but might the team take a more…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 31, 2023 2:55 PM
     The 2023 election is over in Alberta, and the debate continues about the promise made by UCP leader Danielle Smith in April to pledge $330 million toward building a new…

May 31, 08:00

May 30, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 30, 2023 2:45 PM
     Drew Fortescue 2022-23 Team: US National U18 Team / USNTDP ProgramDate of Birth: Apr 28, 2005Place of Birth: Pearl River, New York, USAHeight: 6-foot-1, Weight: 170 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: DefenseNHL Draft…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 30, 2023 2:30 PM
     Kyle Dubas, the now former general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, has surprisingly emerged as a polarizing figure in the hockey world. His actions, decisions, and unique approach have…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 30, 2023 2:10 PM
     Kevin Shattenkirk is a pending unrestricted free agent after completing a three-year, $11.7 million contract. He agreed to terms with the Anaheim Ducks on Oct. 9, 2020, after winning the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 30, 2023 2:00 PM
     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 went, and…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 30, 2023 1:35 PM
     Lou Lamoriello has been the president of hockey operations and general manager (GM) of the New York Islanders for the past five seasons. The three-time Stanley Cup champion is 80…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 30, 2023 12:55 PM
     According to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, those who have interviewed for the Toronto Maple Leafs' GM job have asked team President Brendan Shanahan the same question ad nauseam. Before taking…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 30, 2023 12:43 PM
     The Buffalo Sabres have been a member the NHL for 52 years now, and while things haven't been good for them in recent memory, this is a team that has…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 30, 2023 12:38 PM
     *This article was published before the 2022-23 season Heading into the 2021-22 season, expectations were as high as ever for Jonathan Huberdeau and the Florida Panthers, who, on paper, had…

May 30, 04:00

May 29, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, May 29, 2023 1:55 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers have some work to do this summer since their limited cap space won't allow them to go into next season with the same team. They are also…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 29, 2023 1:45 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers have a number of hooks in the water ahead of this past season's NHL Trade Deadline. A number of outlets reported that the Oilers were looking into…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 29, 2023 1:35 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs are in limbo right now. It has been a long ten days since Maple Leafs' president Brendan Shanahan announced that the team would not be renewing…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 29, 2023 12:35 PM
     According to Greg Wyshynski of ESPN, "The NHL is a copycat league. Physical team plays for the Cup? Gotta muscle up. Fast team plays for the Cup? Gotta get some…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 29, 2023 12:25 PM
     Felix Unger Sörum 2022-23 Team: Leksands IF J20 (J20 Nationell)Date of Birth: September 14, 2005Place of Birth: Trondheim, NorwayHeight: 5-foot-11, Weight: 172 poundsShoots: RightPosition: Right WingNHL Draft Eligibility: First Year…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 29, 2023 11:35 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, Craig Conroy hints that the Calgary Flames will be trying to trade one of their three goaltenders. Meanwhile, will the Edmonton Oilers revisit a few…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 29, 2023 11:25 AM
     Tristan Bertucci 2022-23 Team: Flint Firebirds (OHL)Date of Birth: July 12, 2005Place of Birth: Vaughn, ONTHt: 6-foot-2, Wt: 172 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: DefenseNHL Draft Eligibility: 2023 first-year eligible Rankings Tristan Bertucci…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 29, 2023 11:05 AM
     In the final Vancouver Canucks Prospects Report of the 2022-23 season, Arturs Silovs was a superstar for Team Latvia at the 2023 World Championship and walked away with a bronze…

May 29, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 28, 2023 5:05 PM
     Team Canada has won gold for the 28th time at the World Championships, defeating Germany 5-2. This was also Canada's 53rd medal as they continue to be the most decorated…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 28, 2023 4:55 PM
     A few days ago, the San Jose Sharks reached the seven-year anniversary of their Western Conference Final win against the St. Louis Blues. The 2015-16 season began with a bang…

May 28, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 28, 2023 9:55 AM
     If the Washington Capitals decide they want to bolster their forward core and bring in a few players that can produce offensively, they have a solid option in pending unrestricted…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 28, 2023 9:35 AM
     The Ottawa Senators and Winnipeg Jets experienced contrasting conclusions to the season. While the Senators made commendable progress, they fell short of securing a playoff berth in the Eastern Conference.…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 28, 2023 9:25 AM
     The Western Hockey League (WHL) heads into the 2023 NHL Draft with one of its deepest classes to date. While last year's draft saw six players, including Kevin Korchinski, Conor…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 28, 2023 8:55 AM
     The Washington Capitals' main issue, which is spoken about time and time again, is their issue shutting teams down in their own end. They will be looking to improve at…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 28, 2023 8:45 AM
     Day 2 of the 2023 Memorial Cup is finished as the Seattle Thunderbirds took care of business with a 6-3 victory over the Peterborough Petes. While the game score was…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 28, 2023 8:35 AM
     Ahead of free agency opening on July 1, the Colorado Avalanche have an answer regarding the future of one of the club's prospects. Sampo Ranta, who saw limited NHL ice…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 28, 2023 8:25 AM
     Samuel Fiala 2022-23 Team: Bili Tygri Liberec U20Date of Birth: April 9, 2005Place of Birth: Prostejov, CzechiaHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 170 poundsShoots: RightPosition: CenterNHL Draft Eligibility: 2023 first-year eligible Rankings Samuel…

May 27, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 27, 2023 5:40 PM
     Welcome to another edition of Blackhawks Bytes, a series featuring quotes and comments from players, coaches, management, journalists and fans alike concerning everything Chicago Blackhawks. The purpose of this ongoing column…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 27, 2023 4:25 PM
     Tyler Peddle  2022-23 Team: Drummondville Voltigeurs (QMJHL)Date of Birth: January 25, 2005 Place of Birth: Antigonish, NS, CA Ht: 6-foot-1 Wt: 190 pounds  Shoots: Left Position: Center/Left-Wing  NHL Draft Eligibility: 2023 first-year eligible   Rankings   Teams in search…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 27, 2023 3:30 PM
     We're down to the last two games of the Men's Hockey World Championships. With that, we can finally start the clock on the Columbus Blue Jackets and their huge decision…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 27, 2023 3:20 PM
     When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the globe in March 2020, it put a halt to life as we knew it. That included the 2019-20 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) season and…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 27, 2023 2:52 PM
     The NHL season is quickly approaching its conclusion. The Stanley Cup Final is right around the corner, which means there are only a few weeks remaining before there are no…

May 27, 06:00

May 26, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, May 26, 2023 4:15 PM
     Gavin McCarthy 2022-23 Team: Muskegon Lumberjacks (USHL)Date of Birth: June 2, 2005Place of Birth: Clarence Center, New York, USAHeight: 6-foot-1, Weight: 181 poundsShoots: RightPosition: DefenseNHL Draft Eligibility: First Year Eligible…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 26, 2023 4:05 PM
     The Florida Panthers are headed to the 2023 Stanley Cup Final. As a result, they've drawn comparisons to teams of the past. The Edmonton Oilers reached the Final in 2006…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 26, 2023 3:25 PM
     The 2022-23 season marked a new chapter for the Vancouver Canucks when they hired Rick Tocchet to replace Bruce Boudreau as their head coach. Tocchet, a former NHL player, and…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 26, 2023 1:55 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs' News & Rumors, I'll share some thoughts about what former general manager Kyle Dubas did well in his time with the team. I'll…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 26, 2023 1:45 PM
     In this edition of Chicago Blackhawks' News and Rumors, three of the team's prospects are set to compete in the Canadian Hockey League's (CHL) Memorial Cup, while the organization confirmed…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 26, 2023 1:35 PM
     Mazden Leslie 2022-23 Team: Vancouver Giants (WHL)Date of Birth: April 15, 2005Place of Birth: Lloydminster, ABHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 181 poundsShoots: RightPosition: DefencemanNHL Draft Eligibility: 2023 first-year eligible Rankings Mazden Leslie…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 26, 2023 12:35 PM
     With some players selected in the 2010 NHL Draft reaching their 14th season in the NHL, we have a much larger picture as to how their careers are turning out.…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 26, 2023 12:31 PM
     Have you ever wondered why referees wear striped shirts, or teams have to wear contrasting colours? Then this is for you. Contrasting Colours in NHL Uniforms Hockey uniforms were very…

May 26, 04:00

May 25, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 25, 2023 1:25 PM
     When it comes to Josh Bailey of the New York Islanders, fans face a familiar conundrum. You either love him or hate him. He is the longest-tenured player on the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 25, 2023 1:10 PM
     Despite the long offseason ahead for the Pittsburgh Penguins, five players haven't hung up their skates just yet. The 2023 World Hockey Championship (WHC) is underway in Tampere, Finland, and…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 25, 2023 12:24 PM
     The Three Musketeers. David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash. The Marx Brothers. History is filled with trios that are simply great together. And that's definitely true in the NHL.…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 25, 2023 12:20 PM
     After being spoiled for over a decade, the New Jersey Devils and their fanbase haven't experienced winning a Stanley Cup championship since 2003. New Jersey earned its third Cup in…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 25, 2023 12:16 PM
     Roman Cechmanek was one of these European players whose star rose as fast as declined. He was not a widely known draft pick, burst onto the scene in the NHL…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 25, 2023 12:05 PM
     The entire Edmonton Oilers organization and its fanbase didn't expect that things would have wrapped up as quickly as they did this season. Despite having the second-best record in the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 25, 2023 11:30 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, where are the Toronto Maple Leafs at in their interview process to find a new general manager? Is it Brad Treliving or bust? Meanwhile, what…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 25, 2023 11:15 AM
     Though the New Jersey Devils won 52 games — a single-season record for the franchise — in 2022-23, that doesn't mean there won't be changes to their roster over the…

May 25, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 4:55 PM
     In 2022-23 the Buffalo Sabres knocked on the door of getting into the playoffs. If they want to bust through that door and end a playoff drought that goes back…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 4:25 PM
     Due to their limited salary cap space, the New York Rangers are not expected to make major transactions this offseason. The club has $11.763 million in available cap space, according…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 4:15 PM
     One of the shortcomings in the New York Islanders' roster this season was the lack of a two-way defenseman. It held them back all season and made their power play…

May 24, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 11:55 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers went through their ups and downs this season and weren't perfect. Although they were the highest-scoring team in the league and had the all-time best power play,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 11:45 AM
     The Washington Capitals will mainly be looking for defensive help going into the 2023-24 season, but with some solid, affordable players on the market in the upcoming free agency period,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 11:35 AM
     Welcome to The Hockey Writers' 2023 Offseason Trade Targets series for the Minnesota Wild. During it, we will be looking at a handful of players from each NHL team who…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 11:25 AM
     The Vegas Golden Knights are now one win away from a berth in the Stanley Cup Final after shutting out the Dallas Stars 4-0 in Game 3 at American Airlines…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 11:15 AM
     The Florida Panthers' magical run leads the NHL as one of the biggest storylines this postseason. The Miami-based team started surprising in the playoffs after completing a 3-1 playoff comeback…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 11:05 AM
     Even as the Colorado Avalanche failed in their pursuit of a second-consecutive Stanley Cup championship, a quick retool with an eye on an immediate return to contention is entirely feasible.…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 10:55 AM
     The Winnipeg Jets had an exceedingly up-and-down 2022-23 season. They had a strong first half, suffered a prolonged slide in the second half, recovered from it just in time to…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 24, 2023 10:45 AM
     The 2022-23 season was a disappointing one for the Pittsburgh Penguins. They were inconsistent all season, in the playoffs and then out again down the stretch, and finally in the…

May 24, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 5:05 PM
     The Nashville Predators' youth movement is looking brighter as the weeks go on. Whether it is drafted prospects or ones they traded for, the big names are continuously advancing in…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 4:55 PM
     The Carolina Hurricanes have a goaltending question to answer in the upcoming offseason. Both Antti Raanta and Frederik Andersen are on expiring two-year contracts. They also have Pyotr Kochetkov hungry…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 4:45 PM
     Peter DeBoer never played in the NHL, despite being drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs as the 237th pick in the 1988 Entry Draft. Although he had relatively successful stints…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 4:35 PM
     Whatever happens at the end of this magical run, we know that the Florida Panthers found their collective game and love playing with each other. There's only one thing that…

May 23, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 9:55 AM
     With the conclusion of the 2022-23 season, the Anaheim Ducks are picking up the pieces of the worst year in franchise history. Their 23-47-12 record was the worst in the league, as…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 9:45 AM
     Traditionally, beginning every July 1, NHL free agency brings excitement and intrigue to hockey fans around the world. It's a time when unrestricted free agents (UFAs) are free to sign…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 9:35 AM
     Welcome to The Hockey Writers' 2023 Free-Agent Targets series for the Detroit Red Wings. During it, we will be looking at a handful of free agents from each NHL team…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 9:25 AM
     The Winnipeg Jets had an exceedingly up-and-down 2022-23 season. They had a strong first half, suffered a prolonged slide in the second half, recovered from it just in time to…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 9:15 AM
     The Agatha Christie inspired offseason for the Toronto Maple Leafs has once again taken another turn after the parting of ways between Kyle Dubas and the Maple Leafs and the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 9:05 AM
     The connection that Ken Reid has to hockey cards and the game of hockey is really a love story of sorts. It's about good memories of family and growing up…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 8:55 AM
     With the draft lottery just passing and the 2023 Draft on its way, fans are already making their picks and predictions for their teams. But for the Ottawa Senators, the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 23, 2023 8:45 AM
     The New York Islanders ended the 2022-23 season with a disappointment. They made the playoffs with a 42-31-9 record but got outmatched by the Carolina Hurricanes, who defeated them in…

May 22, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, May 22, 2023 4:55 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers might not be making any massive changes to their team that had most of the right pieces to go all the way this year, but they will…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 22, 2023 4:45 PM
     The Halifax Mooseheads and Quebec Remparts entered the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) Final ready to make it one of the most hotly contested series of the playoffs. With…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 22, 2023 4:15 PM
     Tonight the Carolina Hurricanes face a critical moment in their series against the Florida Panthers. They've lost the first two games, both in overtime and at home. Now, they have…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 22, 2023 4:05 PM
     Welcome to the 2023 NHL Draft Superlatives column where I'll be taking a number of yearbook-style superlatives and assigning a winner to each from the 2023 NHL Draft class. Please…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 22, 2023 3:55 PM
     New York Rangers President/general manager (GM) Chris Drury is undergoing a thorough process to find the next head coach for the organization. Former head coach Gerard Gallant and the Rangers…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 22, 2023 2:55 PM
     Two words, nine letters, and a New York Islanders fans' nightmare: power play. I would argue that very few factors have haunted this New York team more than their power…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 22, 2023 2:35 PM
     The Ottawa Senators are in the market for a goaltender. Whether they acquire one through a trade or through free agency, everyone knows an upgrade is in order. This roster…

The Hockey Writers Monday, May 22, 2023 2:00 PM
     The New York Islanders clinched a playoff spot in their final regular-season game with a 4-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens. The win gave them the top wild-card spot in…

May 22, 06:00

May 21, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 21, 2023 1:20 PM
     News broke last Sunday that the Buffalo Sabres and the likes of the New Jersey Devils were rumored to be interested in Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. What would a…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 21, 2023 1:10 PM
     The NHL went through a big head coaching carousel last offseason and for the most part, it worked out great for a number of teams. Three of the final four…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 21, 2023 12:35 PM
     Here's the Toronto Maple Leafs' context as I write this post today. Following the departure of Kyle Dubas and changes to the American Hockey League (AHL) coaching staff, the Toronto…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 21, 2023 12:25 PM
     It was another overtime game in the Carolina Hurricanes' Round 3 matchup against the Florida Panthers and another overtime winner scored by Matthew Tkachuk. Despite striking first the Hurricanes couldn't…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 21, 2023 9:05 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Pittsburgh Penguins are narrowing down their candidates when it comes to their next GM, but reports are they'll reach out to the Toronto Maple…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 21, 2023 8:45 AM
     With their summer in full swing, the Windsor Spitfires are looking towards the 2023-24 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) season. There is a lot on general manager Bill Bowler's plate but…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 21, 2023 8:35 AM
     There isn't major free-agent help on the July 1 horizon waiting for the New York Rangers. With their salary-cap space so limited that simply re-signing their key restricted free agents…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 21, 2023 8:25 AM
     It's safe to say that everything said in Kyle Dubas' end-of-season press conference could go right out the window after Brendan Shanahan stated in his press conference that the Toronto…

May 21, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 4:50 PM
     The Detroit Red Wings are slated to make the ninth overall selection in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft in Nashville. While it's always exciting to receive a top-10 draft selection,…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 4:35 PM
     The San Jose Sharks took a massive step toward a potential rebuild with the trade that sent Timo Meier to New Jersey. While the past few years have been riddled…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 4:20 PM
     We might never know the true reason that Kyle Dubas and the Toronto Maple Leafs parted company. If we are being honest though, what we are being told doesn't pass…

May 20, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 9:55 AM
     When you think of the Edmonton Oilers, you think of their high-octane offence led by their dynamic duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and why wouldn't you? When those…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 9:45 AM
     It's been draft discussion season for the St. Louis Blues for nearly a month now. The 2023 NHL Entry Draft will be crucial in determining the future of the franchise.…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 9:35 AM
     The Vegas Golden Knights opened their Western Conference Final series with a 4-3 overtime win against the Dallas Stars on Friday night, in what was a wild back-and-forth game that…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 9:25 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, following news that Kyle Dubas is no longer going to be the general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, and after Jason Spezza resigned, are…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 9:15 AM
     Apart from securing the No. 5 pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft in June, it's been quiet for the Montreal Canadiens since the regular season ended, which is probably…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 9:05 AM
     The Vancouver Canucks' top priority heading into the 2023 offseason is to clear up cap space. To do so, the organization will have to offload a few contracts. One of…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 8:55 AM
     The Calgary Flames have a lot on their plate this offseason, including finding a general manager and head coach. On top of those two big things that need they need…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 20, 2023 8:45 AM
     The Arizona Coyotes have been in the news recently for all the wrong reasons. The city of Tempe, Arizona, voted on three proposals that would help develop an arena and…

May 19, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, May 19, 2023 5:25 PM
     Earlier this morning, Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk showed why he was nominated for the Hart Trophy this season after he ended an epic playoff game with the most valuable…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 19, 2023 5:00 PM
     Following the statement by the Toronto Maple Leafs that the team would not be bringing back Kyle Dubas as general manager next season, President Brendan Shanahan met with the media…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 19, 2023 4:05 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers have every reason to put it all on the table once again next season and go for a Stanley Cup. The best players in the world are…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 19, 2023 3:55 PM
     It's no secret that the most successful teams in NHL history have had their leadership group set in stone. Two alternate captains and a captain to lead on and off…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 19, 2023 3:15 PM
     Alexis Lafreniere has had mixed results in his first three seasons with the New York Rangers. He has improved statistically each season and has not missed time with injuries. However,…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 19, 2023 1:45 PM
     Welcome to The Hockey Writers' 2023 Offseason Trade Targets series for the Minnesota Wild. During it, we will be looking at a handful of players from each NHL team who…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 19, 2023 1:30 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs were apparently quite surprised to hear the comments Kyle Dubas made at his end-of-season media avail. Did that have anything to…

The Hockey Writers Friday, May 19, 2023 1:10 PM
     After yet another season out of the playoffs, the Vancouver Canucks will be looking to improve their team in the offseason through free agency and trades. Unfortunately due to their…

May 19, 08:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, May 19, 2023 7:28 AM
     The atmosphere, the do-or-die mentality and, in the end, the reception of the most iconic trophy in sports: there's nothing quite like playoff hockey. All the way from Game 1…

May 18, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 18, 2023 4:15 PM
     After another disappointing elimination in the playoffs, members of both the team and management group appear to bare the weight very heavily. On May 15, 2023, the Toronto Maple Leafs…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 18, 2023 4:05 PM
     The Winnipeg Jets did not meet expectations for the 2022-23 season, and the final season presser featured some harsh words from head coach Rick Bowness, and former captain Blake Wheeler…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 18, 2023 3:40 PM
     The New York Islanders had their 2022-23 season end in disappointment. While they made the playoffs as a wild-card team in the Eastern Conference, they lost in the First Round…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 18, 2023 3:30 PM
     The NHL playoffs are still rolling on, but it isn't too early to start thinking about free agency with July 1 fast approaching. At one point, the upcoming UFA class…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 18, 2023 2:35 PM
     The Florida Panthers and Carolina Hurricanes meet tonight in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals in Raleigh, North Carolina. Although the two teams are no longer in the same…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 18, 2023 1:35 PM
     The Carolina Hurricanes are in the Eastern Conference Finals for the second time in five years, and head coach Rod Brind'Amour has helped his roster make magic. With three players…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 18, 2023 1:10 PM
     With the Ottawa Senators season being over early for the sixth straight year, it's time for management (and fans) to yet again pinpoint what went wrong.  Throughout the season, one…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 18, 2023 12:50 PM
     Jordan Tourigny 2022-23 Team: Shawinigan Cataractes (QMJHL)Date of Birth: Feb. 28, 2005Place of Birth: Victoriaville, QuebecHeight: 5-foot-11, Weight: 168 poundsShoots: RightPosition: DefenceNHL Draft Eligibility: First-Year Eligible Rankings In a generation,…

May 18, 06:00

May 17, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 17, 2023 3:25 PM
     Welcome to The Hockey Writers' 2023 Offseason Trade Targets series for the Minnesota Wild. During it, we will be looking at a handful of players from each NHL team who…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 17, 2023 3:05 PM
     The conference finals are almost underway, and sadly for San Jose Sharks fans, their team did not come close to reaching that round this season. Instead, the Sharks missed the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 17, 2023 2:35 PM
     The Carolina Hurricanes will face the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference Final beginning on Thursday, while the Dallas Stars face the Vegas Golden Knights in the west, beginning on…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 17, 2023 2:10 PM
     It might be a tad early to be talking free-agent targets for the Edmonton Oilers, but here we are. Following a disappointing ending to their 2023-23 season, the Oilers are…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 17, 2023 1:35 PM
     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 Wednesday, May 17, 2023 1:12 PM
     With more than 5,300 Canadian-born athletes having already played in the NHL, the Toronto Maple Leafs have had their fair share of homegrown talent. As an Original Six franchise, entering…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 17, 2023 1:08 PM
     This year's NHL Draft, which takes place at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on June 28 and 29, will be the fifth Ken Holland has overseen for the Edmonton Oilers since…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 17, 2023 1:04 PM
     While nearly everything in the NHL has changed over the last 60+ years, the goal has remained the same. Raising Lord Stanley's Cup remains the prime objective of each player…

May 17, 02:00

May 16, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 16, 2023 11:55 AM
     The Detroit Red Wings have a lot of work to do before they can get back into the playoff race. Their goaltending needs to get better, they need to generate…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 16, 2023 11:45 AM
     The New Jersey Devils had a fantastic 2022-23 season. Not only did they finish with 112 points and challenge the Carolina Hurricanes for first place in the Metropolitan Division, but…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 16, 2023 11:35 AM
     For the third time in six seasons, the Vegas Golden Knights are off to the Western Conference Final. A tough, emotionally charged six-game Western semifinal against the Edmonton Oilers saw…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 16, 2023 11:25 AM
     Following a media conference where the current (for now) Toronto Maple Leafs' general manager talked about his future and the potential of returning to the team as the GM next…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 16, 2023 11:15 AM
     The Seattle Kraken's magical run has come to a close as they fall to the Dallas Stars in Game 7 of their Round 2 series, 2-1. I hope you had…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 16, 2023 11:05 AM
     While their loss at the hands of the Vegas Golden Knights in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs ends things on a sour note, the Edmonton Oilers had…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 16, 2023 10:55 AM
     Welcome to The Hockey Writers' 2023 Offseason Trade Targets series for the Detroit Red Wings. During it, we will be looking at a handful of players from each NHL team…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 16, 2023 10:51 AM
     The most successful team in the National Hockey League made a lot of noise on this date throughout the years. May 16 also featured plenty of overtime drama, broken records,…