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Jun 30, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 30, 2023 4:55 PM
     Ken Holland has been busy trying to make the cap work for the Edmonton Oilers the best he can, and that included some tough decisions. Kailer Yamamoto and Klim Kostin…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 30, 2023 4:45 PM
     This past season, 2021 first-overall pick in the NHL Draft Owen Power completed his first full NHL season and was rewarded with a third-place finish in Calder Trophy voting at…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 30, 2023 4:35 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks pulled a shocker amid a busy second day of the 2023 NHL Draft on Thursday. The team acquired 38-year-old veteran forward Corey Perry from the Tampa Bay…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 30, 2023 4:05 PM
     Welcome everyone to the first edition of The Architect. My name is Mike Cranwell, and I'm here to guide you on what will probably feel like the ADHD version of…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 30, 2023 3:15 PM
     One day after the Edmonton Oilers executed a trade with the Detroit Red Wings to send Kailer Yamamoto and Klim Kostin over in exchange for future considerations, Detroit bought Yamamoto…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 30, 2023 2:50 PM
     This summer has been an exciting one for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Hiring Mike Babcock as head coach and acquiring two big-name NHL defensemen highlight a few of the offseason…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 30, 2023 2:35 PM
     The Calgary Flames have developed a ton of talent through the draft, whether early on or in the later rounds. Seven players, in particular, have carved out impressive careers after…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 30, 2023 2:25 PM
     During the 2022-23 season, the Colorado Avalanche found out the hard way how important it is to have depth and center. The Avs juggled centers on the second line all…

Jun 30, 06:00

Jun 29, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 29, 2023 3:51 PM
     After months of anticipation, the 2023 NHL Entry Draft has finally arrived. This year's draft is being held in Nashville, Tennessee where prospects, fans, media, and NHL teams have all…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 29, 2023 3:50 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs are in win-now mode, and they have been for the past five seasons. Although the regular seasons have been great, they have not done anything where…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 29, 2023 3:40 PM
     With the successful cap dump that was the Edmonton Oilers trading Kailer Yamamoto to the Detroit Red Wings, GM Ken Holland got started on the process of finding some room…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 29, 2023 2:07 PM
     It was seven years ago that then-Edmonton Oilers general manager Peter Chiarelli traded left winger Taylor Hall to the New Jersey Devils for blueliner Adam Larsson, and perspectives have changed…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 29, 2023 2:03 PM
     On June 30, 2013, the Vancouver Canucks made a franchise-altering trade when they sent Cory Schneider to the New Jersey Devils for the ninth-overall selection in the 2013 NHL Entry…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 29, 2023 1:59 PM
     The ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle lived well before hockey ever existed, but his quote, "The whole is greater than the sum of its parts" certainly applies to the Buffalo Sabres'…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 29, 2023 1:55 PM
     The St. Louis Blues selected defenseman Quinton Burns from the Kingston Frontenacs of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the 74th overall pick in the third round. Burns is the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 29, 2023 1:35 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll take a look at the Maple Leafs' first-round draft choice from last night. Second, I'll look at news from…

Jun 29, 02:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 28, 2023 10:52 PM
     With the 30th pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the Carolina Hurricanes have selected Bradly Nadeau from the Penticton Vees of the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) About Bradly…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 28, 2023 10:46 PM
     With the 32nd pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the Vegas Golden Knights have selected David Edstrom from Frölunda HC J20 (J20 Nationell) About David Edstrom David Edstrom saw…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 28, 2023 10:43 PM
     With the 31st overall pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the Colorado Avalanche have selected Mikhail Gulyayev from Omskie Yastreby of the Russian Junior Leagues (MHL) About Mikhail Gulyayev…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 28, 2023 10:33 PM
     With the 28th pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the Toronto Maple Leafs have selected Easton Cowen from the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). About Easton…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 28, 2023 10:28 PM
     With the 29th pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the St. Louis Blues have selected Theo Lindstein from Brynas IF of the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) About Theo Lindstein…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 28, 2023 10:21 PM
     With the 27th pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the Colorado Avalanche have selected Calum Ritchie from the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) About Calum Ritchie…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 28, 2023 10:08 PM
     With the 25th pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the St. Louis Blues have selected Otto Stenberg from Frölunda HC J20 of the J20 Nationell About Otto Stenberg Otto…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 28, 2023 10:07 PM
     With the 26th pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the San Jose Sharks have selected Quentin Musty from the Sudbury Wolves of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) About Quentin…

Jun 28, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 9:05 PM
     With the 2023 NHL Draft less than 24 hours away, the league is heating up with significant trades coming out at a solid clip throughout the day. The next major…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 6:45 PM
     With the NHL draft a little less than 24 hours away, action is beginning to pick up. Late this afternoon, the Winnipeg Jets and Los Angeles Kings finalized a sign-and-trade…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 5:49 PM
     Before the 2023 NHL Trade Deadline passed, the Dallas Stars acquired Evgenii Dadonov from the Montreal Canadiens in what seemed like a fairly small move. Yet, the 34-year-old thrived following…

Jun 27, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 9:55 AM
     The Colorado Avalanche find themselves at a crossroads. With their star players either near or already firmly in their prime, the next few seasons present the team with the best…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 9:45 AM
     The NHL Draft is a great opportunity for teams to load up on high-end talent but also take a chance on prospects in the later rounds that scouts believe have…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 9:35 AM
     The Washington Capitals go into the 2023 NHL Entry Draft holding five selections through seven rounds. They don't have a third or sixth-round pick this year, so they will have…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 9:25 AM
     The 2023 NHL Entry Draft is upon us and as expected, the Boston Bruins have begun to make moves to help clear cap space. As predicted, the NHL's cap ceiling…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 9:15 AM
     The New York Islanders enter this offseason with the hopes of adding one or two pieces to a contending roster to put them over the top next year. They made…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 9:05 AM
     In the world of the NHL, there are few players who possess the sheer skill and dominance of Connor McDavid. After unanimously claiming the Hart Trophy in the 2020-21 season,…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 8:45 AM
     The days leading up to the 2023 NHL Entry Draft have been active for general manager (GM) Danny Briere and the Philadelphia Flyers. However, the rookie executive hasn't quite gotten…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 27, 2023 8:45 AM
     The St. Louis Blues have three picks in the first round of the 2023 NHL Draft, possessing the 10th, 25th, and 29th overall picks; both of the later first-round picks…

Jun 25, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 25, 2023 3:15 PM
     With the 2023 NHL Draft rapidly approaching, it's time to take a look at who the Winnipeg Jets should target. Declan Schroeder of The Hockey Writers did a wonderful dive…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 25, 2023 3:11 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 Sunday, June 25, 2023 2:50 PM
     The 2023 NHL Entry Draft is approaching, and the Montreal Canadiens are poised to be major players in the draft outcome for many teams. The Habs hold the fifth overall…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 25, 2023 2:40 PM
     In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, the NHL Draft is right around the corner and teams are starting to gear up by making trades. Are the Oilers in…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 25, 2023 2:15 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll take a look at why the Maple Leafs probably won't go after Ivan Barbashev as a free-agent signing. Second,…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 25, 2023 1:56 PM
     It's not a simple task to remember each and every player who has ever donned the blue and white of the Toronto Maple Leafs, but that's why you've got this…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 25, 2023 1:52 PM
     It was just more than 15 years ago when I sat down with my son in our upstate New York home and was getting ready to watch an NFL game…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 25, 2023 1:48 PM
     Throughout his tenure with the Tampa Bay Lightning, general manager Steve Yzerman found great success at the draft. Even if he struggled at times with first-round picks, his team of…

Jun 25, 04:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 24, 2023 9:30 PM
     The Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed centre Jordan Staal to a four-year contract with an average annual value (AAV) of $2.9 million, according to multiple reports. A 16-year NHL veteran who…

Jun 24, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 24, 2023 1:40 PM
     We have our first big trade of NHL draft week. The Colorado Avalanche have found their second-line center, acquiring Ryan Johansen from the Nashville Predators in exchange for the negotiating rights of…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 24, 2023 1:15 PM
     In a recent episode of The Hockey Writers Maple Leafs Lounge, Toronto Maple Leafs' writers Peter Baracchini and Jim Parsons discuss potential free-agent targets for the team. Among the big-name…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 24, 2023 1:01 PM
     On June 24, 2011, the Minnesota Wild and San Jose Sharks made a blockbuster trade on the 2011 NHL Draft floor. The Sharks acquired Brent Burns, who was one of…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 24, 2023 12:57 PM
     As the Detroit Red Wings continue to rebuild, thoughts of missed opportunities, unnecessarily long contracts, and poor trades often come to mind. And with former general manager Ken Holland leading…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 24, 2023 12:53 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks have had some rough luck with high picks. They narrowly missed out on selecting Gilbert Perrault first overall in their inaugural draft, traded away Rick Vaive, Bill…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 24, 2023 12:21 PM
     Two National Hockey League seasons concluded on this date, one in a very memorable fashion. June 24 has also hosted four different NHL Entry Drafts over the years, which welcomed…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 24, 2023 12:15 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Buffalo Sabres might be looking at Noah Hanifin. Meanwhile, the St. Louis Blues aren't trading the No. 10 pick, but might they be looking…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 24, 2023 12:05 PM
     Yegor Rimashevskiy 2022-23 Team: MHK Dynamo MoskvaDate of Birth: Feb. 1, 2005Place of Birth: Zhlobin, BelarusHt: 6-foot-3 Wt: 198 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: FNHL Draft Eligibility: 2023 first-year eligible Rankings One of…

Jun 24, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 5:05 PM
     The 2023 NHL Entry Draft is quickly approaching. The Nashville Predators are hosting the draft, and if they look to keep both of their first-round picks, they have plenty of…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 4:55 PM
     While there won't be any Connor Bedard's or Adam Fantilli's left when the New York Rangers and general manager Chris Drury first walk up to the podium for the 23rd…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 4:45 PM
     Making trades and signing free agents may seem simple, but they are sophisticated when you are in a cap crunch. Every transaction matters as it could financially make or break…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 4:35 PM
     The Windsor Spitfires knew this day might come. Since their 2022-23 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) season finished in early April, the club was aware that its success from the last…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 4:25 PM
     The NHL draft is less than a week away, and there are many questions regarding what the Montreal Canadiens will do with their fifth-overall pick. Many fans feel that the…

Jun 23, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 9:55 AM
     The season of rumors, chaos, and excitement has arrived. Every general manager's (GM's) phone is ringing constantly. Smoke screens are flying all over the place, and every insider is talking…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 9:45 AM
     For almost two decades, Darryl Sutter was highly revered throughout the city of Calgary. The now 64-year-old nearly led the Flames organization to its second-ever Stanley Cup championship, falling to…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 9:35 AM
     It's entirely possible to smile with a tear in your eye as something amazing comes to an end yet still be disappointed that something more didn't happen. This is the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 9:25 AM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets have already made one sign-and-trade this offseason, acquiring Damon Severson from the New Jersey Devils and immediately signing him to an eight-year contract. While players set…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 8:45 AM
     The Hockey Hall of Fame stands as a testament to the greatest individuals who have each left an indelible mark on the hockey world. Eligible since 2005, on Wednesday afternoon,…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 8:35 AM
     Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff will be feeling the pressure at the 2023 NHL Entry Draft to snag an impactful future NHLer with his 18th-overall pick. Beginning to restock after…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 23, 2023 8:25 AM
     Let's face it: the Detroit Red Wings need players that can put the puck in the back of the net. They have plenty of players that have a solid-to-strong two-way…

Jun 22, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 22, 2023 4:15 PM
     After not having a pick until late in the second round of the 2022 NHL Draft, the New York Rangers have the 23rd overall pick this year. Though they have…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 22, 2023 3:55 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs will try another regular-season go-around in just a few months. Right now, the team is in a bit of a lull. It's that fun space of…

Jun 22, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 22, 2023 9:55 AM
     Former St. Louis Blues head coach Ken Hitchcock is in the 2023 Hockey Hall of Fame (HHoF) class. His induction comes just four years after he last stood behind the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 22, 2023 9:45 AM
     Hoyt Stanley 2022-23 Team: Victoria Grizzlies (BCHL)Date of Birth: February 4, 2005Place of Birth: West Vancouver, BC, CanadaHeight: 6-foot-2, Weight: 196 poundsShoots: RightPosition: DefenseNHL Draft Eligibility: First Year Eligible Rankings…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 22, 2023 9:35 AM
     The Detroit Red Wings need help on defense, especially the right side. Moritz Seider has cemented himself as a top-pairing defender who can be the number one guy going forward,…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 22, 2023 9:25 AM
     It has been over a month since general manager (GM) Don Sweeney said that the Boston Bruins roster on opening night in 2023-24 is not going to look the same…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 22, 2023 9:15 AM
     The Buffalo Sabres hold the 39th and 45th picks in the upcoming 2023 NHL Entry Draft. When combined with the fact that they also have the 13th-overall selection and a…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 22, 2023 9:05 AM
     The Hockey Hall of Fame has announced the seven members that will be part of their 2023 induction class. The group includes five players as well as two builders, with…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 22, 2023 8:55 AM
     In the upcoming 2023 NHL Draft, the New Jersey Devils do not have a selection until the second round (58th overall). Since moving to New Jersey in 1982, the Devils…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 22, 2023 8:45 AM
     Last offseason, New York Islanders general manager (GM) Lou Lamoriello made two big moves early. He fired head coach Barry Trotz and replaced him with Lane Lambert while he made…

Jun 21, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 21, 2023 4:35 PM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets took care of another piece of business on Wednesday. One of their hard-working forwards was rewarded for his play. The Blue Jackets and forward Mathieu Olivier…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 21, 2023 4:15 PM
     The New York Islanders waited a long time to find their franchise goalie, and it was worth the wait. Ilya Sorokin, often referred to as the "White Whale," had a Vezina-caliber…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 21, 2023 4:05 PM
     As fans of the Toronto Maple Leafs wait to hear word on the status of contract negotiations between Auston Matthews and the team, the consensus thinking seems to be that…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 21, 2023 3:55 PM
     When a stacked draft class like the 2023 group occurs, many focus on the first two rounds being the most important for their teams' selections. However, the later rounds (four…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 21, 2023 1:50 PM
     The Winnipeg Jets are at the centre of the hockey universe as trade talks about their "core four" continue to dominate headlines. General manager Kevin Cheveldayoff has always been lackadaisical…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 21, 2023 1:33 PM
     Without knowing the significance of the date, Nov. 3, 2009, was a big day for Phil Kessel. He had recently turned 22 and was set to take the ice for…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 21, 2023 1:26 PM
     June 26, 1999, was a day that changed the fortunes of the Vancouver Canucks for more than just the next decade. This, of course, being the day of the NHL…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 21, 2023 1:18 PM
     The start of the NHL season is almost a month away. Players are heading back to their home rinks in preparation for training camp, and at this point in time,…

Jun 21, 06:00

Jun 20, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 20, 2023 5:15 PM
     The Buffalo Sabres got a bit of work done a couple of weeks before free agency opens by bringing back one of their long-time players, Zemgus Girgensons. The team re-signed…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 20, 2023 4:55 PM
     The 2023 NHL Entry draft is a matter of days away. Despite desperate pleas from the fanbase, the San Jose Sharks managed to land the fourth-overall position in the draft.…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 20, 2023 4:35 PM
     This is probably the most important offseason for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who are now under new leadership. If they can successfully maneuver their way through the free agent and trade…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 20, 2023 4:25 PM
     The 2022-23 season brought broken records, breakout seasons, and team-altering trades for the New Jersey Devils. Just as the team proved doubters wrong, so did the fanbase. With every large…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 20, 2023 4:05 PM
     Today, long-time Golden State Warrior and NBA star Draymond Green declined the $27.5M player option on his contract for the 2023-24 season. That makes Green an unrestricted free agent (UFA).…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 20, 2023 3:45 PM
     In this edition of the Montreal Canadiens News and Rumors, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes was hard at work inking Sean Monahan. He is also hard at work negotiating extensions…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 20, 2023 3:05 PM
     Welcome to the Nashville Predators 2022-23 report card series. In this series, we at The Hockey Writers look back at each Predators player from the past season, break down how their campaign went, and…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 20, 2023 2:35 PM
     Matthew Mayich 2022-23 Team: Ottawa 67's (OHL)Date of Birth: Dec. 21, 2004Place of Birth: Stoney Creek, ON, CanadaHt: 6-foot-2 Wt: 187 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: DefenseNHL Draft Eligibility: 2023 first-year eligible Rankings…

Jun 20, 06:00

Jun 19, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, June 19, 2023 1:55 PM
     For the first time in over a decade, the St. Louis Blues have a top-10 pick. Their last top-10 selection was right-handed defenseman Alex Pietrangelo who was selected fourth overall…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 19, 2023 1:35 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I focus on three items. First, I'll discuss the uncertain fate of Michael Bunting, who is set to become an…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 19, 2023 1:25 PM
     According to Sportsnet's Mark Spector, there is real interest between the Edmonton Oilers and Jonathan Toews this summer. If the veteran forward decides he wants to keep playing in the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 19, 2023 12:55 PM
     Yegor Sidorov 2022-23 Team: Saskatoon Blades (WHL)Date of Birth: Jun. 18, 2004Place of Birth: Vitebsk, BelarusHeight: 6-foot-0, Weight: 176 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: Right Wing/Left WingNHL Draft Eligibility: Second-Year Eligible Rankings In…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 19, 2023 12:45 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs have finally opened up conversations with Michael Bunting. Does that mean there's a chance an extension gets done? The Ottawa Senators…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 19, 2023 12:35 PM
     Welcome to The Hockey Writers' 2023 Free-Agent Targets series for the Boston Bruins. During it, we will be looking at a handful of free agents from each NHL team who…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 19, 2023 12:27 PM
     So often we delve deep into the analytical side of trades in sports. Which players needed the change more? Which team is going to come out on top? Was there…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 19, 2023 12:23 PM
     On October 16, 2016, as part of the Toronto Maple Leafs' centennial celebrations, Dave Keon was named the greatest player in the team's history. In 2017, Keon was also named…

Jun 19, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 18, 2023 4:05 PM
     John LeClair faces the Philadelphia Flyers media. Following an overhauling of management by ownership, LeClair becomes the latest addition of a string of hires hoping to create a winning culture…

Jun 18, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 18, 2023 11:40 AM
     There's an interesting rule in the NHL when it comes to retaining salary in a trade where the player who is dealt is ultimately bought out. In other words, if…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 18, 2023 10:25 AM
     The 2022-23 NHL season has officially come to an end with the Vegas Golden Knights capturing Lord Stanley's Cup in five games over the Florida Panthers. With 10 days remaining…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 18, 2023 9:35 AM
     Oliver Ekman-Larsson has four years left on his $66 million eight-year contract with an average annual value (AAV) of $8.25 million. The Vancouver Canucks weren't even close to receiving value…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 18, 2023 9:25 AM
     Here we are again looking at potential draft prospects that could be heading to the desert. The Arizona Coyotes have not one, but two first-round draft picks which gives them…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 18, 2023 9:15 AM
     The 2022-23 season has come to an end and the Vegas Golden Knights have won the Stanley Cup. Former Boston Bruins' coach, Bruce Cassidy, will have his name on the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 18, 2023 9:05 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs have stated a few times this offseason that they want to re-sign all their core four players. This is good news for some Leaf fans who…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 18, 2023 8:55 AM
     It's a common refrain in St. Louis these days: Doug Armstrong needs to fix the St. Louis Blues defense. There's no question that the Blues' defense is a disaster and…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 18, 2023 8:45 AM
     I know, it's been a while since you've heard from me regarding the 2023 NHL Draft and my overall rankings. In fact, I haven't released any since prior to the…

Jun 17, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 4:25 PM
     It feels like a massive understatement to say that the Toronto Maple Leafs' new general manager (GM) Brad Treliving has a lot of work ahead of him. There is almost…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 3:15 PM
     While most Ontario Hockey League (OHL) fans look forward to the January 10 trade deadline for the big moves, the summer trade season can't be overlooked. Over the last 10…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 2:55 PM
     Curtis Joseph (CUJO) was a brilliant goalie. I got to know his play when he was with the Edmonton Oilers; and, he was amazing in the net. He played lights…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 2:45 PM
     The 2023 NHL Draft is now less than two weeks away, June 28 and 29 at Bridgestone Arena, home of the Nashville Predators. It will be the 45th time the Edmonton Oilers…

Jun 17, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 9:55 AM
     The 2023 NHL Draft Class is elite. Amidst the likes of Connor Bedard, Adam Fantilli, Leo Carlsson, et al., sits Russian superstar Matvei Michkov. Michkov, 17, is a borderline generational…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 9:45 AM
     It remains to be seen, but Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky may actually belong in the American Hockey League in 2023-24.

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 9:35 AM
     The Chicago Blackhawks have a plethora of draft picks for the upcoming 2023 NHL Entry Draft being held in Nashville, Tennessee. This is a prime opportunity for general manager Kyle…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 9:25 AM
     General manager Tom Fitzgerald has always said that teams are built in the summer. While officially a week before the start of summer, the Devils took a huge step in…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 9:15 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers don't often select in the second round, mostly because they have traded away the pick over recent years in order to upgrade their team. It hasn't always…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 9:05 AM
     The Arizona Coyotes enter the 2023 NHL Draft in a very good position. They have a total of 12 picks across the board and have the sixth and 12th overall…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 8:55 AM
     In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, the Canucks bought out Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Meanwhile, Anthony Beauvillier emerges as a trade piece for the club. Also, Ethan Bear…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 17, 2023 8:45 AM
     Winnipeg Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff will have an opportunity at the 2023 NHL Entry Draft in Nashville to begin restocking the cupboard for a rebuild he's trying to wish away.…

Jun 16, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 16, 2023 4:35 PM
     The New York Islanders have a few options for the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. Ideally, they target forwards with their second- and fourth-round selections to add a spark to the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 16, 2023 4:25 PM
     In a surprising turn of events, rumors began circulating earlier this week that the Carolina Hurricanes could consider trading defenseman Brett Pesce this offseason. The rumors were most likely partially…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 16, 2023 4:15 PM
     The Anaheim Ducks have nine selections in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. The first couple of picks will likely be spent on forwards since the organization possesses a deep and…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 16, 2023 3:30 PM
     All season long, the Buffalo Sabres struggled defensively, largely due to the injuries and youth of their defensive core. Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power stepped up to play massive defensive…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 16, 2023 3:10 PM
     The St. Louis Blues have five picks in the first three rounds of the 2023 NHL Draft. After that, they have four picks in the final four rounds, giving them…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 16, 2023 2:40 PM
     Unless something happens in the days leading up to the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the Tampa Bay Lightning will not have a lot to do, as they currently only possess…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 16, 2023 2:20 PM
     The 2022-23 season was a historic one for the Boston Bruins, but that chapter has ended and the team must now figure out how to start its next chapter. It's…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 16, 2023 2:10 PM
     There have been rumors recently that there's a possibility that the San Jose Sharks could be talked into moving out of the fourth overall pick. With the St. Louis Blues…

Jun 16, 08:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 16, 2023 7:47 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 2023 NHL Entry Draft.…

Jun 15, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 15, 2023 4:45 PM
     For the first time since drafting Karl Alzner fifth-overall in 2007, the Washington Capitals get to choose in the top-10. Their eighth-overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft gives them…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 15, 2023 4:05 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks have had a mixed performance in recent years. The team has had periods of success, including a playoff run in the 2019-20 season, where they reached the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 15, 2023 3:40 PM
     As the team tries to navigate a tricky salary cap-themed summer, the Edmonton Oilers have one pressing concern– a new deal for defenseman Evan Bouchard. According to a report by…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 15, 2023 3:15 PM
     Plenty of Ottawa Senators news has been coming out over the past few days, including the sale of the team, and now it has been confirmed to Bruce Garrioch and…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 15, 2023 2:45 PM
     After yet another season of disappointment, the Winnipeg Jets have a ton of decisions to make. Darren Dreger of TSN reported that the Jets are listening to offers on Mark…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 15, 2023 2:35 PM
     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 have…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 15, 2023 2:25 PM
     The Vegas Golden Knights won the Stanley Cup in only their sixth season of existence. They were a pleasant surprise in 2017-18, reaching the Final in their inaugural season but…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 15, 2023 2:15 PM
     Welcome to The Hockey Writers' 2023 Free-Agent Targets series for the Boston Bruins. During it, we will be looking at a handful of free agents from each NHL team who…