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Aug 31, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 31, 2024 3:35 PM
     September is right around the corner which means hockey is about to be in full swing. During the summer, the Pittsburgh Penguins gave their bottom six a facelift, and it…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 31, 2024 3:25 PM
     Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Aug. 31, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 31, 2024 3:10 PM
     With the 2024-25 NHL season looming ever closer, the Buffalo Sabres should be taking stock of their talent and really assessing what it is they expect out of each player.…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 31, 2024 2:55 PM
     As the Edmonton Oilers gather back after a short, but dramatic summer, the team will be getting ready for their Captain Skate, the opening of training camp and the first…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 31, 2024 2:35 PM
     While the free agent market has slowed down, there are still several players left without teams. One of those players is veteran forward Tyler Johnson. There are lots of upsides…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 31, 2024 2:25 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll cover two intriguing rumors and one significant hiring. First, there's speculation that the Maple Leafs might be interested in…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 31, 2024 2:15 PM
     With Thatcher Demko's availability uncertain for the start of 2024-25, the Vancouver Canucks' goaltending depth has come into question. If he's unable to start on Oct. 9 against the Calgary…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 31, 2024 1:55 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Carolina Hurricanes have signed Seth Jarvis to a unique long-term deal. It keeps the forward with the team for the foreseeable future, but the…

Aug 31, 02:00

Aug 30, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, August 30, 2024 11:51 AM
     *This was most recently updated in Aug. 2024 The Pittsburgh Penguins have been one of the most successful franchises in the modern era of the NHL, winning five Stanley Cups…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 30, 2024 11:41 AM
     Colorful hockey nicknames are an integral part of the game's history. They're as much a part of hockey as the blue line. You're given one early by your mite's coach…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 30, 2024 11:36 AM
     Hockey players from beer leagues to the NHL seem to love golf. It's as if golf is the one hobby hockey players have in common outside the rink. The relationship between…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 30, 2024 11:20 AM
     In today's NHL news and rumors rundown, the NHL world is saddened to learn about the tragic loss of both Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew who were killed on…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 30, 2024 11:10 AM
     The New York Rangers will enter training camp for the 2024-25 season surrounded by the same narrative as this time last season: A veteran team that has delivered great regular-season…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 30, 2024 10:17 AM
     Aug. 30 has proven to be a newsworthy day in the history of the NHL. A longtime and successful general manager got his first job, one of the greatest European…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 30, 2024 10:15 AM
     With August winding down and training camp on the horizon, it seems like a great time to start wondering which members of the Winnipeg Jets will find success in the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 30, 2024 10:05 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers are coming off a Game 7 loss in the 2024 Stanley Cup Final and have maintained much of their roster, generating a lot of optimism for this…

Aug 30, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 29, 2024 5:05 PM
     As we eagerly await the beginning of the 2024-25 NHL season, let's take a look at the top players in the league at each age along with some honorable mentions.…

Aug 29, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 29, 2024 11:45 AM
     A lot of fans are optimistic heading into the 2024-25 season and particularly, expect some skaters to overachieve. For a few players, the goal is to score goals, and lots…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 29, 2024 11:30 AM
     Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Aug. 29, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 29, 2024 10:50 AM
     San Jose Sharks fans do know the name of Yegor Rimashevsky as one of the interesting prospects getting down the team's pipeline after a fourth-round selection in the 2023 NHL…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 29, 2024 10:35 AM
     Stop me if you've heard this one before: this is a pivotal season for the Buffalo Sabres. When missing the playoffs becomes the identity of the franchise, getting back to…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 29, 2024 10:20 AM
     New stars around the NHL are born with every new season. Last season, Brandon Hagel was the breakout star for the Bolts, registering 26 goals and 49 assists for 75…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 29, 2024 10:01 AM
     On this date, one of the most prolific goal scorers in NHL history had to step away from the game for one season due to health reasons. Also, another talented…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 29, 2024 9:55 AM
     Dateline Columbus. August 29, 2024. Summer is winding down during a massive heatwave in Central Ohio. The calendar suggests that fall is coming soon. The Ohio State Buckeyes play their…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 29, 2024 8:57 AM
     President and general manager Chris Drury might need to make multiple tough decisions in the months leading up to next offseason for the New York Rangers. Related: Rangers' Projected 2024-25…

Aug 29, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 28, 2024 4:10 PM
     The summer is unofficially over but for a very good reason. On Thursday, the Windsor Spitfires hit the ice to start their 2024-25 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) training camp. After…

Aug 28, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 28, 2024 9:35 AM
     For nearly a decade, the Edmonton Oilers haven't been a prospect-focused team due to their emphasis on winning in the Connor McDavid era. Even with this, their prospect pool still…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 28, 2024 9:25 AM
     It has now been over four months without Philadelphia Flyers hockey. Before the action approaches once again, what are some games to look forward to on the schedule? Oct. 11…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 28, 2024 9:15 AM
     Goaltending plays a huge part in determining the success of an NHL team, and with the Los Angeles Kings announcing the re-signing of goaltender prospect Erik Portillo, the big question…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 28, 2024 9:05 AM
     The St. Louis Blues will enter the 2024-25 season with more roster changes than expected. General manager Doug Armstrong hasn't made any gigantic moves, but he's quietly put together a…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 28, 2024 8:55 AM
     We're finally in the home stretch of the offseason, as we near the end of August. The Chicago Blackhawks, like the other 31 teams in the National Hockey League, are…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 28, 2024 8:45 AM
     With rumors coming from all directions on where the Boston Bruins and Jeremy Swayman stand in contract negotiations, there isn't much to really expect at this point. Many reports have…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 28, 2024 8:35 AM
     With the 2024-25 season inching closer by the day, optimism is increasing among all 32 NHL team's fan bases. Yes, that includes the passionate fans of the Toronto Maple Leafs.…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 28, 2024 8:25 AM
     With over 10,000 head-to-head votes, the writers at The Hockey Writers have completed a poll for who the best players in the NHL are. This is a list of just…

Aug 27, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 27, 2024 5:45 PM
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 27, 2024 4:15 PM
     The Colorado Avalanche were busy during the 2024 NHL offseason. Though the organization shied away from significant trades or signings, general manager Chris MacFarland and the rest of the executive…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 27, 2024 4:05 PM
     Corey Crawford's NHL career was largely overshadowed by the bright lights of Chicago Blackhawks superstars like Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane, and Duncan Keith. But a deeper dive into Crawford's performance…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 27, 2024 3:55 PM
     In the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, 39 players were drafted from the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), led by Beckett Sennecke (third overall to the Anaheim Ducks) and Zayne Parekh (ninth…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 27, 2024 3:45 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers have had one of the most eventful summers in recent history, going from one win away from a Stanley Cup championship to making moves at the 2024…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 27, 2024 3:30 PM
     Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Aug. 27, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 27, 2024 2:40 PM
     While the Colorado Avalanche were active this offseason, they didn't make any blockbuster trades or sign any big-name free agents. However, they added two more players this month, one of…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 27, 2024 2:30 PM
     The New York Islanders' power play has been weak for a few seasons. Last season, they scored on only 20.35 percent of their opportunities, and it cost them. In one-goal…

Aug 27, 08:00

Aug 26, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, August 26, 2024 5:05 PM
     Our BetRivers promo code is PLAYMAX. New sportsbook players signing up with the bonus code will receive up to $500 in second-chance bet. New casino players will get back 100%…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 26, 2024 3:40 PM
     The Saskatoon Blades are hitting the ice this weekend for their preseason training camp, and after capturing the Scotty Munro Trophy in 2023-24 as the best team in the league,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 26, 2024 3:25 PM
     The Colorado Avalanche have been busy this offseason. They re-signed vital free agents, filled out the forward group, and loaded up the defensive core, but are they done making changes…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 26, 2024 3:10 PM
     Toronto Maple Leafs fans are far from happy. They seem to be pointing all sorts of fingers. However, the big bogeyman continues to be an unbalanced salary structure that continues…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 26, 2024 1:55 PM
     The Boston Bruins will enter the 2024-25 NHL season with a significant yet under-discussed advantage, thanks to the versatile Pavel Zacha. Whether playing as a center or a winger, Zacha's…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 26, 2024 1:45 PM
     Oct. 4 will be a big day for hockey fans. The regular season begins at 1 p.m. when the New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres play the first of two…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 26, 2024 1:35 PM
     The Winnipeg Jets, in the 2024-25 season, will attempt to replicate the regular-season success they had last campaign despite some key losses in free agency. If they qualify for the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 26, 2024 1:25 PM
     During his 15-season NHL career, Brad Marsh played for five franchises, including the Atlanta/Calgary Flames, Philadelphia Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Detroit Red Wings, and Ottawa Senators. Drafted by the Flames…

Aug 26, 08:00

Aug 25, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 25, 2024 4:40 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks have emerged from their offseason slumber. From Vasily Podkolzin getting traded to the Edmonton Oilers and Quinn Hughes being named as a cover athlete for NHL 25…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 25, 2024 4:00 PM
     Every year, the Boston Bruins hand out the seventh player award. NESN's 7th Player Award is voted on by the fans and is presented to the player that exceeded expectations…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 25, 2024 3:20 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers have made a lot of changes this offseason to the surprise of Oilers fans, and skepticism is heading into the new campaign. They lost Vincent Desharnais, Warren…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 25, 2024 3:10 PM
     The Calgary Flames may not be a very good team in 2024-25, but that doesn't mean they won't be exciting. They're doing so quietly, but under general manager (GM) Craig…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 25, 2024 3:00 PM
     Last season was an interesting one for the Boston Bruins. It was the first one following the retirement of Patrice Bergeron and there were a number of questions surrounding the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 25, 2024 1:55 PM
     The 2024-25 season marks a critical juncture for the Buffalo Sabres. But the Sabres' bottom line is just making the postseason. The franchise has endured a record-setting 13 straight seasons…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 25, 2024 1:45 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll share how part of the team is preparing for the 2024-25 regular season. It seems to be an annual…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 25, 2024 1:37 PM
     Miles Gilbert Horton, better known as "Tim" Horton thanks to a nickname his mother gave him before giving birth, was born on Jan. 12, 1930, in Cochrane, Ontario, a mining…

Aug 25, 08:00

Aug 24, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 24, 2024 5:00 PM
     In a recent discussion, Jason Brough and guest host Josh Elliott-Wolfe delved into a significant shift within the Vancouver Canucks organization that may have broader implications than it initially appears.…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 24, 2024 3:35 PM
     The debate over Anthony Duclair's decision to cut his dreadlocks and shave his beard after signing with the New York Islanders highlights the complexity of team grooming policies, especially in…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 24, 2024 3:25 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks said goodbye (possibly too soon) to 23-year-old Vasily Podkolzin last week, sending him to their division rival Edmonton Oilers for only a 2025 fourth-round pick. He leaves…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 24, 2024 3:05 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks had one of their busiest offseasons in recent history, signing several veteran NHL players and indicating to its fans and those who cover the team that they…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 24, 2024 2:55 PM
     As the Battle of Alberta in the Canadian Football League (CFL) quickly approaches, it made me wonder how the Battle of Alberta in hockey will shape up for the 2024-25…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 24, 2024 2:45 PM
     Of the innumerable winning streaks in NHL history, it might come as a surprise that only 65 have reached a length of 10 or greater. And, given that they haven't…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 24, 2024 2:35 PM
     The Anaheim Ducks will report to training camp in September. Players like Cutter Gauthier, Leo Carlsson, Trevor Zegras, Mason McTavish, Frank Vatrano, Olen Zellweger, and Pavel Mintyukov will monopolize most…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 24, 2024 2:10 PM
     When thinking about some of the best individual season performances for the Tampa Bay Lightning over the last 15 seasons, players like Steven Stamkos, Martin St. Louis, and Nikita Kucherov…

Aug 24, 08:00

Aug 23, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, August 23, 2024 5:35 PM
     One of the hottest trade sagas of the NHL summer ended on Friday afternoon after the San Jose Sharks and Nashville Predators struck a deal that sent top goaltending prospect…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 23, 2024 5:10 PM
     The San Jose Sharks emerged as the winner of the Yaroslav Askarov sweepstakes, acquiring the young netminder from the Nashville Predators for prospect David Edstrom, a 2025 first-round pick via…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 23, 2024 4:10 PM
     As hockey season approaches, the Philadelphia Flyers' general expectations for 2024-25 are starting to set in. Playing into that, Anna Dua of NHL.com posted her fantasy projections for the Flyers, which are…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 23, 2024 4:00 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers unfortunately lost one of their best young forwards to an offer sheet from the St. Louis Blues this week, as the Blues were able to secure the…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 23, 2024 3:50 PM
     The Florida Panthers come into their 2024-25 campaign as Stanley Cup champions for the first time in franchise history and will look to get back to the Stanley Cup Final…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 23, 2024 2:25 PM
     While the Edmonton Oilers are expected to be a very good team again in 2024-25, they will look significantly different. Following their trip to the Stanley Cup Final, they added…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 23, 2024 2:15 PM
     I'll explore three key topics in this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors. First, I'll discuss why Auston Matthews remains one of the best players and centers in…

The Hockey Writers Friday, August 23, 2024 12:36 PM
     The 2023-24 season was not kind to Toronto Maple Leafs forward Calle Järnkrok. He was plagued by a series of unfortunate injuries that significantly hampered his performance and availability. After…

Aug 23, 06:00

Aug 22, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 22, 2024 3:45 PM
     2017 Hall of Fame inductee Mark Recchi is better known for his Stanley Cup championships with the Pittsburgh Penguins, Carolina Hurricanes, and Boston Bruins, but his 22-year tenure in the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 22, 2024 2:55 PM
     What has gotten into NHL general managers this August? We have offer sheets. We have trades, and this is usually the quietest month of the hockey calendar. The latest two…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 22, 2024 2:40 PM
     After losing Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway to the St. Louis Blues, while also trading Cody Ceci to the San Jose Sharks, the Edmonton Oilers have a few roster spots…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 22, 2024 2:08 PM
     EA Sports announced that Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes and New Jersey Devils stars Jack and Luke Hughes will be on the cover of NHL 25. The game will be…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 22, 2024 1:50 PM
     The Philadelphia Flyers are a team that did a lot of their winning last season by committee. But which players could lead them in major individual categories during 2024-25, helping…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 22, 2024 1:40 PM
     When the Chicago Blackhawks' 2023-24 season ended, all eyes immediately turned to this upcoming season, with the question, "When will this team make the playoffs?" After all, they have been…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 22, 2024 1:12 PM
     On Aug. 22, 2024, the Rutger McGroarty sweepstakes finally came to a close two months after the 20-year-old's trade request from the Winnipeg Jets first came to light. The Pittsburgh…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 22, 2024 1:05 PM
     The recent offer sheet signed by Dylan Holloway with the St. Louis Blues can and potentially should be used as a comparable for Nick Robertson of the Toronto Maple Leafs.…

Aug 22, 02:00

Aug 21, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 21, 2024 1:00 PM
     In the 2024-25 season, the Jets will look to recapture the regular-season success they had last season and to actually advance past the first round of the playoffs since 2021.…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 21, 2024 12:59 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens had a relatively slow summer, with general manager Kent Hughes seemingly on an extended vacation. That was until they acquired Patrick Laine on Monday. Here's how the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 21, 2024 12:25 PM
     Every July, NHL teams have a golden opportunity to upgrade their roster. The first week of free agency is one of the most exciting times of the year for hockey…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 21, 2024 11:25 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers have been dealing with a lot over the past week. After the St. Louis Blues decided to tender offer sheets to forward Dylan Holloway and defenceman Philip…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 21, 2024 11:15 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, St. Louis Blues GM Doug Armstrong spoke to the media about his decision to tender offer sheets for Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway, while Edmonton…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 21, 2024 11:11 AM
     Jake Gardiner was one of the most polarizing defensemen in recent Toronto Maple Leafs' history. On one hand, many Maple Leafs' fans saw his great talent and appreciated his offensive…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 21, 2024 11:06 AM
     The Quebec Nordiques almost didn't exist. And depending on who you ask, maybe they shouldn't have existed at all. In fact, their story begins on the other side of the continent,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 21, 2024 11:00 AM
     On May 5, 2010, the Boston Bruins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-1 in Game 3 in the Eastern Conference Semifinals for a commanding 3-0 series lead. Needing to win just…

Aug 21, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 20, 2024 6:40 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks are entering the third season of their rebuild. The first two seasons were all about tearing down and starting over. This 2024-25 season is the beginning of…

Aug 20, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 20, 2024 9:45 AM
     Like most NHL teams at this stage of the NHL offseason, the Colorado Avalanche have completed their annual roster makeover and have decided who will form the core of the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 20, 2024 9:35 AM
     As the 2024-25 season nears, each NHL team's roster and goals have become clear. Following a 2023 President's Trophy win and Round 3 loss to the Stanley Cup-winning Florida Panthers,…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 20, 2024 9:28 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers did not match the offer sheets the St. Louis Blues tendered to forward Dylan Holloway and defenseman Philip Broberg. The Blues gave offer sheet contracts to the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 20, 2024 9:25 AM
     The NHL world is still reeling after the news that the St. Louis Blues tendered offer sheets to Edmonton Oilers' restricted free agents Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway. Offer sheets…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 20, 2024 9:15 AM
     The San Jose Sharks made a move late on Sunday night, sending Ty Emberson to the Edmonton Oilers for a third-round pick and defenseman Cody Ceci. While there is some…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 20, 2024 9:05 AM
     When the Arizona Coyotes entered the 2022 NHL Draft, there was an agenda: find a franchise player. Of course, the unpredictability of the draft lottery blazed bright as general manager…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 20, 2024 8:55 AM
     Word came out late Monday afternoon that the Montreal Canadiens were in the process of acquiring Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 20, 2024 8:45 AM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets will have a very different look – mostly off the ice – heading into the 2024-25 season. New general manager (GM) Don Waddell has taken over…

Aug 19, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 5:50 PM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets and Patrik Laine have found a resolution to his trade request. On Monday afternoon, the Blue Jackets traded Laine and a 2026 second-round pick to the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 4:50 PM
     It may be August, but we have trades to talk about. The Edmonton Oilers have been busy as they try to figure out offer sheets for Dylan Holloway and Philip…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 4:20 PM
     With less than 24 hours to go before the deadline, right now, St. Louis Blues fans are looking under every rock and reading every tea leaf to see whether the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 4:10 PM
     In a recent interview, former NHL coach Dallas Eakins praised the Toronto Maple Leafs' decision to hire Craig Berube. Eakins lauded Berube's tough-minded, no-nonsense approach as the potential key to…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 4:06 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens have acquired winger Patrik Laine and a 2026 second-round draft pick from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for defenseman Jordan Harris. Laine, 26, has spent parts…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 4:00 PM
     The much-talked-about "coaching summit" has finally taken place, and Winnipeg Jets head coach Scott Arniel seems overjoyed with how it all shook out. Recently, the Jets' bench boss spoke to…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 3:45 PM
     Believe it or not, but NHL training camps are just around the corner. The calendar says August, but it's already past the midway point of the month and clubs tend…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 3:30 PM
     Forward Nick Bjugstad will enter his 13th NHL season with the Utah Hockey Club in its inaugural campaign. The 32-year-old has played in 694 games with five different teams. However,…

Aug 19, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 9:35 AM
     The 2024-25 season is less than two months away, yet there are still many players who have true star potential that remain restricted free agents (RFAs). Normally, this wouldn't mean…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 9:25 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers were involved in two trade yesterday, though one was not what anybody had envisioned. That move saw them acquire Vasily Podkolzin from the Vancouver Canucks. Going the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 9:15 AM
     It's time for the final handful of report cards for the Minnesota Wild, and next up was Mats Zuccarello. He started the season as his best buddy, Kirill Kaprizov's wing…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 9:05 AM
     When the Boston Bruins drafted Johnny Beecher in the first round of the 2019 NHL Entry Draft, they knew they were getting a big, intelligent forward who offered tremendous two-way…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 8:55 AM
     In our first division roundup of the month, we looked at the Atlantic and how it may not change all that much this coming season. Today, we'll finish the Eastern…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 8:45 AM
     Let's say this right up front: The obstacles the New York Rangers would face in acquiring Columbus Blue Jackets winger Patrik Laine are considerable, if not insurmountable. Furthermore, there's some…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 8:35 AM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets are not looked at favorably when it comes to their chances in 2024-25. Most every Vegas book and oddsmaker has them finishing last in the Metropolitan…

The Hockey Writers Monday, August 19, 2024 8:25 AM
     As the NHL offseason continues, each team's direction, plans, and goals for the coming season have become clear. For the Montreal Canadiens, the 2024-25 season will take the next step…

Aug 18, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 18, 2024 3:50 PM
     Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Aug. 18, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 18, 2024 3:40 PM
     The St. Louis Blues have tendered offer sheets to a pair of restricted free-agent (RFA) Edmonton Oilers, defenceman Philip Broberg and forward Dylan Holloway. Broberg's offer is two years at $4,580,917 annually, while Holloway's offer is…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 18, 2024 3:00 PM
     If there is one thing to be said about the Boston Bruins, depth on the back end has been a focal point for their roster construction. Dating back to the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 18, 2024 2:50 PM
     From the outside, there are a couple of things to notice about the Toronto Maple Leafs Auston Matthews. First, he's a great player. Hardly anyone is as prolific a goal…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 18, 2024 2:10 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers are dealing with a massive issue currently, as they have to try and find a way to match two offer sheets that the St. Louis Blues gave…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 18, 2024 2:00 PM
     In the last year of his contract, 25-year-old center Morgan Frost will want to prove himself in 2024-25. But has his time already run out with the Philadelphia Flyers? To…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 18, 2024 1:50 PM
     It's a new era of Tampa Bay Lightning hockey. They'll have a new captain and a chunk of the team will look very different. After last season, it's clear there…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 18, 2024 12:25 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs hinted that they aren't done playing with their lineup prior to opening night. Meanwhile, the Colorado Avalanche need to find ways…

Aug 18, 08:00

Aug 17, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 17, 2024 3:30 PM
     Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Aug. 17, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 17, 2024 3:05 PM
     The 2024-25 NHL season is drawing closer and closer with training camp set to start next month. The Boston Bruins have made a number of changes this offseason. While the…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 17, 2024 2:15 PM
     The start of NHL training camps is roughly a month away, so fans won't have to wait much longer to see the Anaheim Ducks back on the ice. Up first…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 17, 2024 2:05 PM
     In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll explore several offseason developments, starting with a phrase from second-year general manager (GM) Brad Treliving: "Everything was on the…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 17, 2024 1:05 PM
     Offer sheets are a very rare thing in the NHL. Any team with restricted free agents (RFAs) is at risk of them, though few are ever actually forced to deal…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 17, 2024 12:00 PM
     When Mitch Marner first arrived as a rookie with the Toronto Maple Leafs, he was a fan favorite. The young, affable player showcased exceptional talent, excelling defensively and offensively. Marner's…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 17, 2024 11:15 AM
     The Boston Bruins have had numerous prolific goal-scorers in the team's storied history, which dates back to 1924. Here are the best of the best: the top 20 Bruins' scorers…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 17, 2024 11:10 AM
     When winger Mikael Granlund was traded to the Nashville Predators from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for Kevin Fiala at the 2018-19 trade deadline, there was a clear winner in…