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Jun 30, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 30, 2024 7:05 PM
     Qualifying offers for restricted free agents were due on June 30, and there were a lot of players the Ottawa Senators had to make decisions on. Restricted free agents (RFA)…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 30, 2024 6:16 PM
     The New York Islanders have extended qualifying offers to Oliver Wahlstrom, Simon Holmstrom, Ruslan Iskhakov, Dennis Cholowski, and Tyce Thompson. They did not extend a qualifying offer to Reece Newkirk,…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 30, 2024 6:06 PM
     The New Jersey Devils announced today (June 30) that the team has acquired defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic in a trade with the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for a fourth-round pick in…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 30, 2024 6:02 PM
     The Utah Hockey Club has signed defenseman Sean Durzi to a four-year contract worth $6 million annually. Originally acquired for a second-round pick by the Los Angeles Kings, Durzi scored…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 30, 2024 5:23 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs have extended Timothy Liljegren to a two year contract worth $3 million annually. The right handed defenseman had three goals, 23 points in 55 games last…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 30, 2024 5:10 PM
     The 2024 NHL Entry Draft at the Sphere in Las Vegas marked the Utah Hockey Club's first-ever draft. General manager Bill Armstrong was also active on the phone making three…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 30, 2024 5:00 PM
     After years of watching Pierre Dorion prioritize size over skill and make risky moves with high picks, fans were anxious to find out how the Ottawa Senators' new management group…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 30, 2024 4:50 PM
     New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald was one of the lucky ones. When he settled into his seat on the plane to leave Las Vegas, he had significantly more…

Jun 30, 08:00

Jun 29, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 29, 2024 5:35 PM
     Last night, the New York Rangers made a significant addition to their roster by selecting E.J. Emery with the 30th overall pick in the NHL Entry Draft. Emery, hailing from…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 29, 2024 5:25 PM
     After selecting winger Terik Parascak with the 17th overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft on Friday, the Washington Capitals ended Day 2 with more…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 29, 2024 5:15 PM
     As the 2024 NHL Draft was winding down, the Toronto Maple Leafs were set to make the final pick when deputy commissioner Bill Daly took to the stage to announce…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 29, 2024 5:05 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers have already made a couple of surprising moves at the NHL Entry Draft this weekend. First, trading into the first round and giving up a conditional first…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 29, 2024 4:55 PM
     Growing a new culture is a significant reason why the Utah Hockey Club traded a bundle of picks for the opportunity to select Cole Beaudoin 24th overall. He's someone that…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 29, 2024 4:45 PM
     The NHL Draft at The Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada has officially concluded – but not without fireworks. The New Jersey Devils traded away John Marino, Akira Schmid and Alexander…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 29, 2024 4:35 PM
     In this edition of the Montreal Canadiens News & Rumors, general manager (GM) Kent Hughes has his work cut out for him as the rebuild continues. The Canadiens prospects pool has…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 29, 2024 4:25 PM
     With the 2024 NHL Draft now concluded, the Buffalo Sabres have finalized all of their picks, and having done so, they had a very successful two days of selections. While…

Jun 29, 04:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 11:15 PM
     With the 32nd overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the Edmonton Oilers select Sam O'Reilly from the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) About Sam O'Reilly…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 11:01 PM
     With the 31st overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the Toronto Maple Leafs have selected Ben Danford from the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League. About Ben…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 10:45 PM
     With the 30th overall pick of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the New York Rangers have selected EJ Emery from the United States National Team Development Program About EJ Emery…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 10:38 PM
     With the 29th selection of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the Dallas Stars have selected Emil Hemming from TPS of Liiga About Emil Hemming After a strong start to his…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 10:32 PM
     With the 28th pick of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the Calgary Flames have selected Matvei Gridin from the Muskegon Lumberjacks of the United States Hockey League (USHL) About Matvei…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 10:27 PM
     With the 27th selection in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the Chicago Blackhawks select Marek Vanacker from the Brantford Bulldogs of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) About Marek Vanacker Marek…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 10:20 PM
     With the 25th overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the Boston Bruins have selected Dean Letourneau from St. Andrew's College (ON) About Dean Letourneau Sometimes when you're evaluating…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 10:19 PM
     With the 26th overall pick of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the Los Angeles Kings have selected Liam Greentree from the Windsor Spitfires of the Ontario Hockey League About Liam…

Jun 28, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 1:48 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens have acquired the 21st overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for the 26th, 57th, and 198th overall picks. The…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 1:40 PM
     The NHL Draft starts on Friday and not long after comes NHL free agency, with the frenzy already underway. For the Toronto Maple Leafs, GM Brad Treliving has hinted he's…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 12:50 PM
     Hockey fans love to argue, especially when it comes to their favorite players. Each year, the Hockey Hall of Fame (HHOF) inducts several new members, sparking debates across the hockey…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 12:44 PM
     The Los Angeles Kings have had some of the most classic jerseys in NHL history. Many legends have worn the Kings jersey and all the history that goes with it.…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 12:39 PM
     June 28 is the anniversary of one of the most remarkable trades in Toronto Maple Leafs history. It was the trade that sent Maple Leafs captain and fan-favorite Wendel Clark…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 12:33 PM
     The inevitable domino for the Philadelphia Flyers has finally fallen. Cam Atkinson, a 35-year-old veteran winger, has been bought out by the club. It will save the Orange and Black…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 12:25 PM
     With the draft over and free agency started, things have calmed down for PWHL Minnesota but not for their former general manager Natalie Darwitz and her former University of Minnesota…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 28, 2024 12:15 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs will start revealing what's likely been going on behind the scenes in just over three days. Until then, rumors swirl around. In this post, I'll look…

Jun 28, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 10:40 PM
     According to Elliotte Friedman, the Nashville Predators will extend goaltender Juuse Saros to an eight-year contract on Monday (July 1). It was reported by Chris Johnston that the deal will…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 9:20 PM
     The National Hockey League held their annual NHL Awards Show on Thursday (June 27) in Las Vegas, the day before the 2024 NHL Draft (June 28 and June 29). To…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 8:28 PM
     The Calgary Flames have traded Andrew Mangiapane to the Washington Capitals for a second-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, according to Elliotte Friedman. Mangiapane scored 14 goals and 40…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 8:20 PM
     Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon has won the 2024 Hart Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the most valuable player to his team, voted by the Professional Hockey Writers' Association members. MacKinnon…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 8:05 PM
     Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck has won the 2024 Vezina Trophy, awarded annually to the goaltender who is adjudged to be the best at this position. He went 37-19-4 with…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 8:00 PM
     The 2024 NHL Awards show has come and gone. The winners have been revealed. Now it's time to explain how I arrived at my final ballot on three major awards…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 7:58 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks have re-signed defenceman Tyler Myers to a three-year contract worth $3 million average annual value (AAV). It was almost a foregone conclusion that he was going to…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 7:49 PM
     Vancouver Canucks' defenseman Quinn Hughes has won the 2024 James Norris Memorial Trophy, provided annually to the top defense player who demonstrates throughout the season the greatest all-around ability in…

Jun 27, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 11:57 AM
     When it comes to making trades, every team in professional sports has had both successes and failures, and the Buffalo Sabres are no different. In the team's ongoing, 54-year history, some…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 11:52 AM
     Whether building for the future or looking to contend in the here and now, first-round draft picks are an opportunity for a team to transform its organization. Some players achieve…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 11:45 AM
     Continuing our countdown of top unrestricted free agents for 2024 by position group, we move on to wingers. This is where the strength of the 2024 UFA class lies, with…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 11:40 AM
     According to hockey and TSN insider Darren Dreger, Ken Holland will not be returning to the Edmonton Oilers next season. With his contract coming up at the end of this…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 11:35 AM
     The Detroit Red Wings made headlines recently when they decided to trade Jake Walman and a second-round draft pick to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for future considerations. It was…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 11:25 AM
     The strangest and most wonderful thing happened in Canada on the road to the Stanley Cup. It's hard to pinpoint exactly when it started, but by the end of the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 11:15 AM
     After weeks of anticipation since the 2024 Draft Lottery, the Montreal Canadiens will finally take to the stage to draft the fifth pick overall tomorrow. Unless of course, general manager…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 27, 2024 11:05 AM
     Originally, this was supposed to be the Minnesota Wild's final report card for their defensive core on captain Jared Spurgeon. He had a very up-and-down season that ended early due…

Jun 27, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 8:38 PM
     The National Hockey League's Alumni Association announced June 26 that former NHL player Sergei Berezin has died. He was 52. "The NHL Alumni Association is heartbroken to learn of the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 8:04 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks have extended Teddy Blueger to a two-year contract, carrying an average annual value of $1.8 million. Spending the majority of the 2023-24 season as a center, he…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 5:31 PM
     The NHL announced on Wednesday a series of rule changes for the upcoming season. These rule changes were unanimously approved by the NHL's board of governors, general managers and competition…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 4:58 PM
     The Anaheim Ducks hold two first-round picks in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, scheduled for June 28–29 at the Sphere in Las Vegas. The team claimed the No. 3 overall…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 4:20 PM
     As the offseason approaches, several pending unrestricted free agents (UFAs) on the Edmonton Oilers are contemplating their next moves. Almost all of them sat down on Wednesday to answer questions…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 4:10 PM
     The New Jersey Devils addressed their biggest offseason need when they acquired goaltender Jacob Markstrom from the Calgary Flames. Wwith the 2024 NHL Entry Draft and free agency coming up,…

Jun 26, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 11:55 AM
     On Monday, June 24, 2024, the Florida Panthers captured their first Stanley Cup title in a thrilling Game 7 victory over the Edmonton Oilers. When NHL commissioner Gary Bettman came…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 11:41 AM
     For years, Rick DiPietro has been considered one of the biggest draft busts of all time, and it's hard to argue against it. Selected first overall in 2000 by the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 11:36 AM
     With the 2013 NHL Entry Draft more than 10 years old, let's look back at the top picks to see how their careers have progressed. So, have the top-10 picks…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 11:30 AM
     With another NHL season recently wrapping up for the St. Louis Blues, it's time to look back on the Pavel Buchnevich trade that general manager Doug Armstrong pulled off prior…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 10:55 AM
     A recent rumor suggested that Toronto Maple Leafs' star right winger Mitch Marner was set to be traded to the newly formed Utah Hockey Team. The report, originating from an…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 10:45 AM
     The Philadelphia Flyers found themselves in a very difficult position this season when it was reported that Cutter Gauthier – the fifth overall pick from the 2022 NHL Draft –…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 10:35 AM
     The 2024 NHL Entry Draft is just days away, and while two teams just finished playing in the Stanley Cup Final and likely haven't shifted their focus to prospect selections…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 26, 2024 10:30 AM
     If you are a fan of the draft, then June 26 is a huge day for you. Five separate NHL Entry Drafts were held on this date, bringing some Hall…

Jun 25, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 25, 2024 5:29 PM
     On June 25, the Hockey Hall of Fame announced seven new inducted members for their 2024 class. Among them are three male NHL players, two female hockey players, and two…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 25, 2024 4:05 PM
     One critical issue the Toronto Maple Leafs need to address as they build a roster that addresses their 2024-25 season's needs is their goaltending situation. With recent rumors the organization…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 25, 2024 3:40 PM
     Draft week isn't just about adding young promising teenagers to an organization's prospect pool; it's also about making hockey trades to improve the roster now and for the future. The…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 25, 2024 3:30 PM
     Rumours are circulating that the Buffalo Sabres could buy out Jeff Skinner's contract. The 32-year-old winger still has three years remaining with an annual cap hit of $9 million. Many…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 25, 2024 2:33 PM
     The Nashville Predators have acquired Andrew Gibson from the Detroit Red Wings for Jesse Kiiskinen and the 53rd pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. Gibson, the 42nd pick of the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 25, 2024 2:15 PM
     The puck was pinned along the boards and there was nothing the Edmonton Oilers, down by a goal, could do about it. With only seconds remaining in Game 7, the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 25, 2024 2:05 PM
     We recently looked at possible free-agent targets that the Vegas Golden Knights could zero in on come July 1, ostensibly to fill the anticipated void left by six forwards who…

Jun 25, 08:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 25, 2024 6:49 AM
     Owner of the Arizona Coyotes, Alex Meruelo, has reportedly told staff that there will be no pursuit for new arena options. This comes just days after the announcement that the…

Jun 24, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, June 24, 2024 5:30 PM
     The excitement is evident among NHL fans as Game 7 of this season's Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and the Edmonton Oilers goes tonight. The circumstances and significance…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 24, 2024 5:14 PM
     For just the second time since 2011, we have a Game 7 in the Stanley Cup Final. For the first time since 1945, we have one where a team trailed…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 24, 2024 3:45 PM
     Evan Gardner 2023-24 Team: Saskatoon Blades (WHL)Date of Birth: Jan. 25, 2006Place of Birth: Fort St. John, BCHt: 6-foot-2 Wt: 174 poundsCatches: LeftPosition: GoaltenderNHL Draft Eligibility: 2024 first-year eligible Rankings…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 24, 2024 3:30 PM
     The 2024 NHL Entry Draft is but days away. Like the other 31 franchises, the Seattle Kraken are performing their due diligence, cramming in as much last-minute information as possible…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 24, 2024 3:15 PM
     It started with players like Greg Joly in 1974-75 and has led up to the current era with players like Alex Ovechkin and John Carlson. The Washington Capitals will be…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 24, 2024 2:46 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers are taking on the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena tonight for Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 24, 2024 1:55 PM
     The NHL Draft is set to begin on Friday, June 28, and the free-agent frenzy begins on Monday, July 1. We've already seen a few big trades, with Ryan McDonagh…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 24, 2024 1:45 PM
     The Florida Panthers are in an unexpected predicament. After leading the Stanley Cup Final series 3-0, they now face Game 7 on home ice after the Edmonton Oilers won three…

Jun 24, 06:00

Jun 23, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 23, 2024 3:40 PM
     We're now just a few days away from hearing who will form this year's class of inductees into the Hockey Hall of Fame. There are a few new candidates this…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 23, 2024 3:14 PM
     The drama around whether or not Russian prospect Matvei Michkov will ever be a member of the Philadelphia Flyers has taken a massive turn. It's not official yet, but Pierre…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 23, 2024 2:50 PM
     In a captivating interview, David Amber and Elliotte Friedman discussed the Edmonton Oilers' remarkable performance that has led to a tied series at 3-3 against the Florida Panthers. The Oilers'…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 23, 2024 2:40 PM
     The 2024 NHL Draft is less than a week away, yet uncertainty shrouds the New Jersey Devils' plans for the 10th overall pick. General manager Tom Fitzgerald has not been…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 23, 2024 1:50 PM
     My golfing buddies and I always enjoy a frosty pint or two after our weekly round at Pakenham Highlands Golf Club in the beautiful Ottawa Valley. After debating how some…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 23, 2024 1:25 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs face a pivotal decision this offseason: selecting the right goaltender to solidify their lineup. With several Unrestricted Free Agents (UFAs) available, the choices are plentiful but…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 23, 2024 1:15 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, rumblings are that Matvei Michkov is planning to leave the KHL. Meanwhile, could another top prospect in Rutger McGroarty be on his way out of…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 23, 2024 1:05 PM
     Looking at the Nashville Predators' draft needs and strategy, there are clearly some significant deficiencies in their pipeline at certain positions. According to the New York Times prospect pipeline rankings,…

Jun 23, 02:00

Jun 22, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 22, 2024 11:37 AM
     Don Sweeney has been the general manager of the Boston Bruins since May 20, 2015. The 16-year veteran was an eighth-round pick (166th overall) in the 1984 NHL Entry Draft.…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 22, 2024 11:32 AM
     There's nothing more Canadian than the game of hockey, so it's not surprising that more than 40 percent of current NHLers are from the Great White North. You don't have…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 22, 2024 11:27 AM
     The Calgary Flames joined the NHL as the Atlanta Flames in 1972. While the team was in Georgia, they had no interstate rivals like the two Pennsylvania teams, the Pittsburgh…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 22, 2024 11:10 AM
     There's no two ways around it — the Vegas Golden Knights are in all sorts of trouble with the salary cap. Entering the off-season, they've got just south of $900,000…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 22, 2024 11:04 AM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll share some news, rumors, and general chatter about the Maple Leafs. First, I'll discuss Mark Giordano's rumored desire to continue…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 22, 2024 10:35 AM
     The Pittsburgh Penguins have a lot of work to do this summer, especially when it comes to the bottom six. The lack of depth scoring has been an issue for…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 22, 2024 10:25 AM
     Yesterday morning on the Leafs Morning Take, Boston Bruins goaltender Linus Ullmark was interviewed by Nick Alberga and Carter Hutton. A few of the questions involved the Toronto Maple Leafs.…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 22, 2024 9:45 AM
     The big news on the New York Islanders' front was the three-year contract they gave Kyle MacLean (the big news came on a day when all the big news was…

Jun 21, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 21, 2024 5:03 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers are looking to do the impossible and force a do-or-die Game 7 in the Stanley Cup Final, losing the first three contests of the series to the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 21, 2024 4:55 PM
     With the 2024 NHL Draft just a week away, general managers (GMs) across the NHL have begun to meet with the media to discuss the state of their organizations prior…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 21, 2024 4:45 PM
     The 2024 NHL Entry Draft is less than a week away. The Anaheim Ducks have the third-overall pick in this year's draft, where they will have a choice between a few high-end prospects. Despite…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 21, 2024 4:23 PM
     On June 21, the New Jersey Devils acquired forward Adam Beckman from the Minnesota Wild for a forward of their own, Graeme Clarke. Both players were third-round picks in the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 21, 2024 4:10 PM
     As the Stanley Cup Final is slowly crawling toward its conclusion, a new Conn Smythe Trophy winner will soon be crowned. While the Montreal Canadiens are not in the Final,…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 21, 2024 4:00 PM
     Tonight is Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final, and the Edmonton Oilers are on an exhilarating run. After losing the series' first three games, they've fought back with back-to-back…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 21, 2024 3:22 PM
     The Florida Panthers are taking on the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place tonight for Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 21, 2024 3:10 PM
     The Colorado Avalanche have a lot of firepower in their forward group. Even with a number of roster spots to fill, Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen are two of the…

Jun 21, 08:00

Jun 20, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 20, 2024 5:51 PM
     On June 20, the Pittsburgh Penguins re-upped the contract of their backup netminder, Alex Nedeljkovic. He signed a two-year deal worth $2.5 million per season, rewarding him for his solid…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 20, 2024 4:55 PM
     The Anaheim Ducks face another important offseason as the team looks to take meaningful steps forward in what has already been a lengthy rebuild. The club has been out of…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 20, 2024 4:20 PM
     The best part about picking just outside of the top 10 in the NHL draft might also be the worst part. The differentiation between some of the players is so…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 20, 2024 4:10 PM
     As the Stanley Cup final drags on for what seems longer than the time Pierre-Luc Dubois stays with a team and with the 2024 NHL Entry Draft fast approaching, action…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 20, 2024 3:55 PM
     While the Stanley Cup Final is underway, there is a lot of buzz about the offseason and teams are already starting to get to work, making trades and prepping for…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 20, 2024 3:45 PM
     Going undrafted and trying to make it to the NHL is hard enough but having a small stature of 5-foot-9, 170 pounds weakens a player's chances even more. However, Utah…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 20, 2024 3:05 PM
     In this edition of the Senators News & Rumors we will be looking at the latest in the goaltending market as the Ottawa Senators push for Linus Ullmark, the Jakob…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 20, 2024 2:25 PM
     While the Stanley Cup Final rages on, NHL general managers are getting busy. We have seen some trades, waiver claims, and swirling rumors of buy-out candidates, gearing us up for…

Jun 20, 04:00

Jun 19, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 19, 2024 1:45 PM
     Despite having the best regular season in franchise history and making it to the Eastern Conference Final, the New York Rangers enter the 2024 offseason with questions. Despite their success,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 19, 2024 1:20 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Seattle Kraken are reportedly one of the teams to watch when it comes to a Patrik Laine trade. Meanwhile, there is talk that the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 19, 2024 1:18 PM
     On June 19, the New Jersey Devils made the first massive trade of the 2024 offseason. They acquired 34-year-old stud goaltender Jacob Markstrom from the Calgary Flames for defenseman Kevin…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 19, 2024 12:50 PM
     Former Detroit general manager – and current Edmonton Oilers GM – Ken Holland made the term "kick the tires" quite popular during his 22 years at the helm in Motown.…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 19, 2024 12:39 PM
     Though a popular old adage states that time heals all wounds, we all know that that isn't always the case. Sometimes the emotions brought on by a particular situation will…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 19, 2024 12:34 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 Wednesday, June 19, 2024 12:29 PM
     On Oct. 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…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 19, 2024 12:23 PM
     Alternate jerseys have been commonplace in the NHL since the 1990s. The Edmonton Oilers introduced their first alternate jersey in 2001-02, and have featured one for the majority of the…

Jun 19, 02:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 11:14 PM
     The Florida Panthers made a late-game push to clinch, but the Edmonton Oilers hung on to force a Game 6 in the Stanley Cup Final. They scored early and often…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 10:38 PM
     Erika Wachter, a staple of New Jersey Devils' television coverage on MSG Networks for the past few seasons, will not have her contract renewed for next season. This announcement came…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 6:18 PM
     On June 18, the Vancouver Canucks got one of their key players locked up to a long-term deal. 26-year-old right-handed defenseman Filip Hronek received an eight-year extension worth $58 million…

Jun 18, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 11:57 AM
     Hockey fans who were old enough probably remember where they were on Mar. 23, 1994. Wayne Gretzky, known as The Great One, took a pass from longtime teammate Marty McSorely…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 11:52 AM
     Little Big Men have always been a staple in the NHL.  You know the type: fast as the wind, nimble on their feet, quick with their hands and tough to…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 11:46 AM
     Before the 1999 NHL Draft took place in Boston, MA on June 26, many believed it was to have a deep amount of talent to choose from – a treasure…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 10:25 AM
     Although the Montreal Canadiens finished near the bottom of the standings, their season wasn't disappointing. Captain Nick Suzuki had a career year, scoring 33 goals and 77 points. Cole Caulfield…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 10:15 AM
     The Stanley Cup Final is almost finished. The greatest trophy in all of sports will be in the building Tuesday night and the Florida Panthers have the chance to capture…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 10:10 AM
     Although there have only been two games played on this date, there has still been plenty of National Hockey League history made over the years. One of the greatest players…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 10:05 AM
     When they took to the ice for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final on Saturday (June 15) at Rogers Place, the Edmonton Oilers were trailing the Florida Panthers 3-0…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 18, 2024 9:55 AM
     While the temperatures keep rising and summer is on the horizon, we're being given a peek into the fall. On Monday, the Windsor Spitfires (and the Ontario Hockey League (OHL))…

Jun 18, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, June 17, 2024 5:44 PM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets have announced that they've relieved their head coach Pascal Vincent of his duties. The news reported by Elliotte Freidman of Sportsnet. In a press release, Blue…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 17, 2024 5:00 PM
     It may be the offseason for the Professional Women's Hockey League players, but it isn't downtime for PWHL Montreal's general manager Daniele Sauvageau. Before the 2024 Draft, she put pen…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 17, 2024 4:15 PM
     According to Rick Dhaliwal from the Donnie & Dhali show, the Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly interested in two Vancouver Canucks players set to become unrestricted free agents (UFAs): Dakota Joshua…