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Jul 31, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 31, 2024 3:10 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers are one of the NHL's top teams, but that doesn't mean they don't have problems. There are areas of their roster which could use improvements, particularly on…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 31, 2024 2:55 PM
     In the sixth round of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft in Las Vegas, the Philadelphia Flyers selected Ilya Pautov. The 173rd overall pick, the Russian native is a right wing…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 31, 2024 2:45 PM
     It has been a busy offseason for the new general manager Steve Staios. He has brought in some help in help for all positions, but notable forwards he brought in…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 31, 2024 2:35 PM
     One of the best things about being an Edmonton Oilers fan hasn't always been about cheering for the greatest players in the history of the game but instead because Edmonton…

Jul 31, 08:00

Jul 30, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 30, 2024 6:30 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks will be headed into the 2024-25 season a much different team than they were last season. They elected not to re-sign numerous players whose contracts were up…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 30, 2024 5:31 PM
     On July 30, the Calgary Flames signed who figures to be their starting netminder for their 2024-25 campaign: Dustin Wolf. He received a two-year deal worth $850,000 per season—the 23-year-old…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 30, 2024 4:20 PM
     When it comes to team leadership, the San Jose Sharks are in an interesting position. Team captain Logan Couture isn't fully certain he'll ever play another NHL game, and after…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 30, 2024 3:55 PM
     The 2024-25 season could prove to be a long one for the Calgary Flames and its fanbase. The franchise finally made the decision many had been hoping for, that being…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 30, 2024 3:40 PM
     The summer sun is still high, and the 2024-2025 NHL season is months away, but it's never too early to start dreaming about the trade possibilities that could shape the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 30, 2024 3:30 PM
     Last season was a pretty good one for a few Colorado Avalanche players. Both Mikko Rantanen and Nathan MacKinnon hit 100 points in back-to-back seasons – helping MacKinnon take home…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 30, 2024 3:05 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens have made a savvy move by signing defenseman Arber Xhekaj to a two-year, $2.6 million contract extension, with an average annual value of $1.3 million. This announcement…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 30, 2024 2:15 PM
     For all we know, the Colorado Avalanche have finished building their team for the 2024-25 season. Free agent signings and extending expiring contracts have the Avalanche near the cap limit,…

Jul 30, 04:00

Jul 29, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, July 29, 2024 1:05 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll report two recent signings by the American Hockey League's (AHL) Toronto Marlies. I'll then share some data from NHL…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 29, 2024 12:25 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, Evgeni Malkin talks about plans after NHL retirement, while one report suggests the Winnipeg Jets and Washington Capitals might have discussed a potential trade. Alex…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 29, 2024 11:57 AM
     Players who score 50 goals in a season are considered elite scorers. Throughout the league's 106-year history, 102 unique players have combined to reach the 50-goal plateau 209 different times.…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 29, 2024 11:52 AM
     Dion Phaneuf is now a 39-year-old former NHL defenseman who, in total, played 14 seasons. He was a large defenseman at 6-foot-4 and 222 pounds. He was selected by Calgary…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 29, 2024 11:40 AM
     In the National Hockey League, making trades is simultaneously an art, a science and a task in intelligent asset management. Over the years, the Calgary Flames have had several general…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 29, 2024 11:15 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers start their 2024-25 campaign on Oct 9, 2024, against the Winnipeg Jets, and are looking to have another successful season in hopes of making another deep playoff…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 29, 2024 11:08 AM
     Every team has its unique traditions and fan participation aspects that make each NHL arena special. It's what makes attending games cool for fans of their respective teams and hockey…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 29, 2024 10:46 AM
     July 29 has been full of Hall of Fame names and players. One was born in Canada, one was traded for the first time in his career, and another signed…

Jul 29, 02:00

Jul 28, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 28, 2024 10:25 AM
     On July 28, 2024, the Columbus Blue Jackets extended 24-year-old winger Kirill Marchenko to a three-year deal worth $3.85 million each season. He will be a restricted free agent (RFA)…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 28, 2024 10:05 AM
     Patrik Laine was cleared from the player's assistance program, and with that news, he's back on the trade block. Suddenly, the summer has one more intriguing move as many teams…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 28, 2024 9:30 AM
     Unfortunately, in the case of Montreal Canadiens forward Rafael Harvey-Pinard, one man's injury is another another's opportunity.

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 28, 2024 8:35 AM
     Following his buyout from the Buffalo Sabres, the Edmonton Oilers signed Jeff Skinner to a one-year deal worth $3 million. The deal comes in well below what he could have…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 28, 2024 8:25 AM
     The Minnesota Wild offseason keeps trucking along and that means it's time for another report card. We're still looking at the fourth line and while Brandon Duhaime, Connor Dewar, and…

Jul 28, 00:00

Jul 27, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 27, 2024 9:05 AM
     The prospects of a potential Patrik Laine trade took an important step forward Friday. Interested teams are now allowed to speak to him directly. According to multiple reports, Laine has…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 27, 2024 8:55 AM
     The Vancouver Canucks are hoping to improve on their breakout 2023-24 season. The club won the Pacific Division with a 50-23-9 record and went to Game 7 against the Edmonton…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 27, 2024 8:45 AM
     We are nearly a month into free agency, and Oliver Kylington remains without a contract. It is a very strange situation, given that less than 60 days ago it appeared…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 27, 2024 8:35 AM
     The last of the small signings are out of the way for the New York Islanders. Simon Holmstrom signed a one-year deal while Dennis Cholowski did the same. It looked…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 27, 2024 8:25 AM
     If you somehow haven't seen by now, you clearly don't pay much attention. After yet another coaching change (their fifth in 10 years), the Buffalo Sabres have brought back former…

Jul 26, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, July 26, 2024 4:59 PM
     It has been six straight seasons without playoff hockey for the Anaheim Ducks. The team ranks last in the league in points percentage (.421), goals per game (2.50), penalty kill…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 26, 2024 4:05 PM
     The New York Rangers will be entering 2024-25 once again looking to end a 31-year Stanley Cup drought and they should be considered one of the favorites to win it…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 26, 2024 1:55 PM
     The NHL offseason rumor mill has slowed down recently, with executives and players all going their separate ways for the summer. There isn't a lot of action, but that doesn't…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 26, 2024 1:15 PM
     In just 17 games, New York Rangers' Matt Rempe has quickly ascended to the top of the NHL's most polarizing player list. His physical presence and commitment to playing the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 26, 2024 1:05 PM
     On July 25, 2024, 27-year-old Travis Konecny signed what is now the biggest contract in the history of the Philadelphia Flyers: eight years, $70 million ($8.75 million average annual value)—it…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 26, 2024 12:55 PM
     Toward the end of the season, the Toronto Maple Leafs made a significant trade, acquiring Connor Dewar from the Minnesota Wild for Dmitry Ovchinnikov and a sixth-round pick in the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 26, 2024 12:30 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Montreal Canadiens will be without Rafaël Harvey-Pinard for four months as he recovers from surgery. Meanwhile, the New York Islanders signed Oliver Wahlstrom but…

Jul 26, 08:00

Jul 25, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 25, 2024 3:30 PM
     The Philadelphia Flyers are set to undergo their fourth name change for their stadium which was built in 1996. Known as Wells Fargo Center from 2010 to today, the naming…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 25, 2024 2:30 PM
     Philadelphia Flyers forward Travis Konecny is staying in Philly for the long haul. On Thursday, July 25, the Flyers and the 27-year-old forward agreed to an eight-year contract extension. The…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:55 PM
     The story of the 2024-25 Detroit Red Wings has yet to be written, but there's overwhelming speculation about the opening-night lineup when the team hosts the Pittsburgh Penguins on Oct.…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:20 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll examine the state of the team's goalies. Although The Athletic ranked the Maple Leafs goaltending very low, the organization's…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 25, 2024 1:00 PM
     Despite facing significant tax disadvantages, the Edmonton Oilers had a fantastic 2023-24 season. While their season didn't start on the best note, the team went on a flyer once the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 25, 2024 12:50 PM
     Now in the dog days of summer, the New Jersey Devils are counting down the days until the puck drops on 2024-25. The roster is 99% set, barring any shocking…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 25, 2024 12:38 PM
     Marc Bergevin was the general manager (GM) of the Montreal Canadiens for nine years and had his ups and downs. He seemed to be very good at making trades but…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 25, 2024 12:33 PM
     Jason Priestley, who most Canadians know from his time on television's 'Beverly Hills 90210', is a lifelong hockey fan. As a result, his foray into creating a documentary about controversial…

Jul 25, 04:00

Jul 24, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:45 PM
     With speculation surrounding a Brady Tkachuk trade request from multiple sources, they have all been shut down by Steve Staios, and now Tkachuk himself says that there is he is…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:06 PM
     Last week we looked at some of the best trades the Buffalo Sabres have made in their history, and while the list was impressive, it raises the question – what…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 24, 2024 1:01 PM
     It seems crazy to think that the 2009 NHL draft class, one headlined by John Tavares, took place over a decade ago. Given how long ago it took place, it…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 24, 2024 12:56 PM
     The Calgary Flames joined the NHL as the Atlanta Flames in 1972 before moving to Alberta for the start of the 1980 season, becoming the seventh team located north of…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 24, 2024 11:55 AM
     Well, it's official – we have entered the dog days of summer. At this time of year, the sole genuine hockey news focuses on the business aspects of the sport,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 24, 2024 11:30 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers have hired a new general manager and despite the inevitable PR issues that will come with the hire, Stan Bowman is now calling the shots. Meanwhile, Cliff…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 24, 2024 11:05 AM
     The Boston Bruins are an Original Six franchise with four players in the 1,000-point club, three of them former captains, including Ray Bourque (1,506), Johnny Bucyk (1,436), Patrice Bergeron (1,294),…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 24, 2024 10:55 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs are hoping they can make it back to the playoffs this season after an underwhelming finish to their 2023-24 campaign. Last season, they were eliminated in…

Jul 24, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 23, 2024 4:55 PM
     Trevor Zegras is one of the more polarizing players in the NHL. The 22-year-old Anaheim Ducks center has built quite a reputation since entering the league in 2021. His flashy…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 23, 2024 4:20 PM
     As we await the start of the 2024-25 season in the NHL, it's good to be aware of a few milestones that can be hit. Here, we look at five…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 23, 2024 4:10 PM
     Now that free agent frenzy and the NHL Draft have come and gone, there is nothing left but to look to the season ahead. Though we are in the dog…

Jul 22, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 4:10 PM
     Welcome to the The Hockey Writers' Countdown of the 10 most impactful New Jersey Devils of the 2024-25 season. This is not a countdown of the 10 best but rather…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 4:00 PM
     As the Toronto Maple Leafs look forward to the 2024-25 regular season, several changes have been made to the team. Will these lift the team higher in the Atlantic Division…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 3:45 PM
     No matter who you cheer for, the first team that made you a hockey fan will always be special. For me, that's the Medicine Hat Tigers. As soon as my…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 3:29 PM
     The long wait for an announcement is over. The Columbus Blue Jackets have found their next head coach. On Monday, the team announced that they've hired Dean Evason to run…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 2:45 PM
     The 2024-25 season is not far off. With free agency and development camps now finished, training camp is next, when we'll see position battles and players fighting for roster spots. …

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 2:12 PM
     The 2024-25 NHL season is just around the corner, and The Hockey Writers is bringing you all the best season preview content you can find. Scroll to find your favorite…

Jul 22, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 9:55 AM
     During the 2023-24 season, the New York Rangers opted to keep Brennan Othmann, one of their top prospects, in the American Hockey League (AHL) rather than playing him on the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 9:45 AM
     The Summer Olympics are nearly upon us, as the 2024 edition will take place in Paris, France starting July 26. The 18-day-long event is sure to help pass a good…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 9:35 AM
     Every July, teams around the NHL have a golden opportunity to upgrade their roster. The first week of free agency is one of the most exciting times of the year…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 9:25 AM
     Plenty of ink has been spilled since the NHL's Free Agency arrived on July 1 about the uncharacteristically quiet offseason for Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings. Through the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 9:05 AM
     Entering the 2024 offseason, the Edmonton Oilers had one of the weakest prospect pools in the NHL, lacking top-end talent and potential, with equally disappointing depth. However, under interim general…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 8:55 AM
     The offseason continues, and so do the Minnesota Wild report cards. Connor Dewar and Brandon Duhaime were the most recent recipients, which means next up is one of the centers…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 8:45 AM
     Nearly a full calendar year after being one of the final players sent down from the Toronto Maple Leafs prior to puck drop on the 2023-24 season, Easton Cowan is…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 22, 2024 8:35 AM
     The Tampa Bay Lightning certainly made headlines in the offseason by signing Jake Guentzel and letting Steven Stamkos sign with the Nashville Predators. That was not the only significant change…

Jul 21, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 21, 2024 3:05 PM
     The St. Louis Blues are in a weird position heading into the 2024-25 campaign. They have a solid team with decent goaltending and some money available to spend, but they…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 21, 2024 2:55 PM
     We are smack dab in the middle of the NHL's offseason, and thus not much is happening in the world of hockey. The free agency frenzy of early July is…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 21, 2024 2:40 PM
     The Colorado Avalanche did not add many external reinforcements during the first, and busiest, part of the 2024 NHL offseason. A pair of defensemen in 33-year-old Calvin de Haan (one…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 21, 2024 2:30 PM
     Three weeks ago, on July 1, my colleague Spencer Lazary suggested signing Alex Nylander as a low-cost addition to the team. I want to examine this possibility more fully and…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 21, 2024 2:10 PM
     Free agency's busy season has come and gone and the boring part of the offseason has begun. While most players have found their new homes or signed new contracts for…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 21, 2024 1:35 PM
     The NHL world is in the dog days of summer when news is scarce, and fans are itching for anything hockey-related. Signings have gone way down to where there might…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 21, 2024 12:55 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll look at the team's new-look defense and speculate about how it's improved over last season's blue line in at…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 21, 2024 12:03 PM
     The Winnipeg Jets, both 1.0 and current versions, have made plenty of trades. Some were downright steals, while others were total flops. Here's a look at some of both categories,…

Jul 21, 06:00

Jul 20, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 20, 2024 4:55 PM
     Five days ago, the New York Rangers secured restricted free agent defenseman Braden Schneider with a two-year contract, boasting an average annual value of $2.2 million. This transaction leaves the…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 20, 2024 4:45 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks have had a great offseason. They lost both Elias Lindholm and Nikita Zadorov to the Boston Bruins but responded by locking up Jake DeBrusk to a long-term…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 20, 2024 4:25 PM
     Welcome to the The Hockey Writers' Countdown of the ten most impactful players of the 2024-25 season. This is not a countdown of the ten best but rather a list…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 20, 2024 3:40 PM
     As the offseason continues to progress, fantasy hockey managers around the world have been watching each team to figure out where they can find value in the late rounds of…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 20, 2024 3:26 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks have signed 27-year-old right-winger Daniel Sprong to a one-year contract worth $0.975 million each season per Elliotte Friedman. Considering how productive he has been recently, this is…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 20, 2024 3:20 PM
     The Winnipeg Jets didn't make any major splashes in free agency, but what they did was provide a level of flexibility in the organization. Depth has been added in both…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 20, 2024 3:00 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs went all out to improve their defensive depth this offseason with the additions of Chris Tanev and Oliver Ekman-Larsson on long-term deals. Still, they reportedly went…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 20, 2024 2:50 PM
     The Nashville Predators have had the best free agency period they could have. Not only did they sign superstar forward Steven Stamkos to a four-year contract, but they also brought…

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Jul 19, 02:00

Jul 18, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 18, 2024 1:05 PM
     Barclay Goodrow and trade deadline acquisitions Alex Wennberg and Jack Roslovic are out. In are Sam Carrick and Reilly Smith. The 2024-25 New York Rangers will look a lot like…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 18, 2024 12:35 PM
     After seven years without even a sniff of playoff action, hopes are high among the Ottawa Senators faithful that their club will contend for Lord Stanley's silverware this season. Here's…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 18, 2024 12:05 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll look at a wild rumor about Auston Matthews' relationship with Clayton Keller, who's now moving to Utah from the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 18, 2024 11:34 AM
     The Ottawa Senators have been known to mismanage their assets. One that stands out is the trade that involved Derick Brassard and Mika Zibanejad. On July 18, 2016, the Senators…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 18, 2024 11:24 AM
     During the 1980s, the Edmonton Oilers epitomized offense. From the 1981-82 season through 1985-86, they scored an average of 5.29 goals per game. They peaked in the 1983-84 season, putting up…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 18, 2024 11:19 AM
     It's rare that one trade catches an entire sport by surprise, but when the Montreal Canadiens dealt defenseman Chris Chelios and a second-round draft choice to the Chicago Blackhawks for…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 18, 2024 10:55 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, Brandon Montour commented on the fact he was seriously considering the Toronto Maple Leafs in free agency before signing with the Seattle Kraken. Meanwhile, the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 18, 2024 10:35 AM
     July 18 has not seen a ton of moves over the years, but two of the National Hockey League's "Original Six" franchises set themselves up for long-term success on this…

Jul 18, 02:00

Jul 17, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 17, 2024 11:35 AM
     In this edition of the New York Islanders News & Rumors, we will look at Simon Holmstrom getting a one-year contract extension and what that means for his future. The lack…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 17, 2024 11:05 AM
     Just a couple weeks after Edmonton Oilers interim general manager Jeff Jackson made a splash in free agency, bolstering the Oilers lineup with talented newcomers while retaining much of the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 17, 2024 10:55 AM
     Long gone is the NHL free-agent frenzy. At this point, it's safe to say which teams did the best and worst in free agency, even though a couple of notable…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 17, 2024 10:35 AM
     July 17 turned out to be a very active day in the history of the National Hockey League. In New York, a general manager, who ended a historic drought, was…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 17, 2024 10:25 AM
     One thing that former Toronto Maple Leafs general manager (GM) Kyle Dubas likes more than anything else is a reclamation project. In his time with the Maple Leafs, he had…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 17, 2024 10:05 AM
     After losing in Game 7 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final, the Edmonton Oilers were forced to embark on a pivotal offseason. Not only did Ken Holland step down as…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 17, 2024 9:55 AM
     After years (if not decades) of being stuck in the middle, the Calgary Flames are finally making the right choice by entering a rebuild. General manager (GM) Craig Conroy has…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 17, 2024 9:45 AM
     In late June, the New Jersey Devils acquired left wing Adam Beckman from the Minnesota Wild, in exchange for Graeme Clarke. These two players were only separated by five picks…

Jul 17, 00:00

Jul 16, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 16, 2024 9:55 AM
     In the midst of the NHL's busiest time of year, on June 26, Glen Sather announced his retirement from hockey, stepping away from his executive role with the New York…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 16, 2024 9:45 AM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll take a look at two players who were on the team's roster last season (Mitch Marner and Mark Giordano)…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 16, 2024 9:35 AM
     This offseason the New York Rangers have not made any big moves on defense, as they re-signed veteran blueliner Chad Ruhwedel and let Erik Gustafsson go in free agency. They…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 16, 2024 8:55 AM
     The Anaheim Ducks have been rebuilding their roster for several years now. A frequent participant in the yearly draft lottery, the Ducks have missed the playoffs for six straight seasons,…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 16, 2024 8:45 AM
     The Winnipeg Jets consider themselves in "win-now mode" but were not able to advance past the first round in either of the past two playoffs. Is their roster really good…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 16, 2024 8:35 AM
     In this edition of the Senators News & Rumors, we look at the Ottawa Senators signing their top goaltending prospect Mads Sogaard, trading another goaltender prospect in Kevin Mandolese, as…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 16, 2024 8:25 AM
     The uncertain future of Mitch Marner with the Toronto Maple Leafs has been front and center in Toronto over the past couple of months, with no real solution forthcoming. Endless…

Jul 15, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 7:45 PM
     The LA Kings have signed Quinton Byfield to a five-year extension worth an average annual value of $6.25 million. The 21-year-old restricted free agent had his breakout year in 2023-24,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 6:15 PM
     As part of our THW Chicago summer series, we'll introduce you to all the players the Chicago Blackhawks acquired via free agency and trades this offseason. After all, there's going…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 4:30 PM
     With Evgeny Kuznetsov potentially leaving the NHL for the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), he leaves behind a legacy for being one of the best forwards in the Alex Ovechkin era.…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 4:20 PM
     Last summer, the Tampa Bay Lightning made a splash to improve the middle-six forward group in free agency. General manager Julien BriseBois signed veteran forward Conor Sheary to a three-year…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 2:40 PM
     The San Jose Sharks' core roster seems set at this point, but management may try to bolster and solidify their depth. Specifically, they could consider adding one more veteran defenseman.…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 2:30 PM
     With most of the 2024-25 roster construction completed, the Colorado Avalanche can look to next summer and beyond. While Mikko Rantanen, Jonathan Drouin, and Logan O'Connor are three notable names…

Jul 15, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 9:30 AM
     After a dominant 132-point season capped off by a 42-point playoff run, there is no question that Connor McDavid is one of the most talented hockey players to ever play…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 8:55 AM
     The Minnesota Wild offseason report cards are well underway, and now it's time for PWHL Minnesota to have a turn. Each player on the team for the 2023-24 inaugural season…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 8:45 AM
     Now that we have looked at the depth chart for the left-wing, right-wing, and center positions for the Ottawa Senators, it is time to move to the back end and…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 8:35 AM
     Last week, The Hockey Writers (THW) compiled a list of the five most overrated general managers (GM) in the NHL. The reviews came in hot, mostly in defense of Steve…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 15, 2024 8:25 AM
     Fresh off the 2024 NHL Draft, the Detroit Red Wings have entered a new phase of their rebuild. Their top pick was outside the top-10 for the first time since…

Jul 14, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 14, 2024 5:07 PM
     *Article was updated in July 2024 The NHL Draft is used to try and level the playing field in the league. The teams near the bottom of the league standings…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 14, 2024 5:01 PM
     Everyone has heard of Eric Lindros. He was the first overall pick in 1991 and started his career with a bang, refusing to sign with the Quebec Nordiques, the team…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 14, 2024 5:00 PM
     The Philadelphia Flyers are entering their 2024-25 season with generally low expectations despite barely missing the playoffs in their most recent campaign and adding prospect Matvei Michkov to their roster.…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 14, 2024 4:56 PM
     Professional athletes train hard. They often endure brutal conditions and workout routines in an attempt to fine tune their bodies for physically demanding sports. They'll put everything on the line…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 14, 2024 3:15 PM
     There are a lot of moving parts with the Colorado Avalanche salary cap right now. They are trying to keep their core together from the team that won the Stanley…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 14, 2024 2:20 PM
     The Boston Bruins made some big signings when free agency began on July 1. After having very little cap space to spend last summer, this time around, general manager Don…

Jul 14, 08:00

Jul 13, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 13, 2024 4:40 PM
     Through all the chaos of the Tampa Bay Lightning offseason, fans may have missed that the organization inked a deal with 24-year-old Jesse Ylonen in free agency. The winger was…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 13, 2024 4:20 PM
     Free agency has been fairly quiet for the Buffalo Sabres in 2024 as they have opted for the approach of signing bottom six players, and hoping that their core forwards…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 13, 2024 3:45 PM
     In a poignant critique of the NHL's enduring culture of fighting, Ken Campbell of The Hockey News raises a pressing question: Are we truly comfortable with the brutal path some…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 13, 2024 2:50 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens just finished another season in which they missed the playoffs. Although there was much individual improvement, they finished in the same spot they did in 2022-23, drafting…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 13, 2024 2:35 PM
     Before the 2023-24 season began, the New Jersey Devils were the team to watch in the Metropolitan Division, following a gritty Stanley Cup Playoff run the year before. Armed with…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 13, 2024 2:20 PM
     I can't believe it's been 40 years since Wayne Gretzky won his first Stanley Cup with the Edmonton Oilers. Where has the time gone? May 19, 1984, was one of…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 13, 2024 1:36 PM
     In today's article, we look back at the life and career of former New York Islanders defenceman Bryan Berard. From his early life growing up in Rhode Island to becoming…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 13, 2024 1:31 PM
     As an Original Six team, the New York Rangers have been involved in a ton of trades, some of little significance, and some that have shaped or reshaped the entire…