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Jun 30, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, June 30, 2025 1:40 PM
     They keep throwing pitches down the middle, and Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney keeps knocking them out of the park. Sweeney has started things off on the right foot…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 30, 2025 1:30 PM
     On June 28, while picks were on the floor of the 2025 NHL Draft, the Calgary Flames announced the re-signing of restricted free agent (RFA) defenceman Kevin Bahl to a…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 30, 2025 1:20 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs head into July with more clarity in some areas and more speculation in others. With Mitch Marner's exit looking increasingly inevitable, management is starting to reshape…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 30, 2025 1:18 PM
     Rumors continue to swirl around Toronto Maple Leafs winger Mitch Marner and his uncertain future with the team. A very public rumored deal between Toronto and Carolina that Marner shot…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 30, 2025 1:05 PM
     The Boston Bruins had several players set to become free agents on July 1. However, their biggest challenge was their restricted free agents (RFA), who are still under team control,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 30, 2025 12:55 PM
     The Philadelphia Flyers made nine selections at the 2025 NHL Draft, with two in the top 12. Here, I'll break down and grade every pick. 6. Porter Martone, RW, Brampton…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 30, 2025 12:45 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly eyeing Vancouver Canucks winger Brock Boeser in what could be one of the bigger free agency signings of the offseason. In need of a top-six…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 30, 2025 12:35 PM
     Winnipeg Jets forward Nikolaj Ehlers will test unrestricted free agency after 10 seasons with the organization since being drafted ninth overall in 2014. While the door isn't closed on the…

Jun 30, 02:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, June 30, 2025 1:09 AM
     The Vegas Golden Knights have traded defenseman Nicolas Hague — a pending restricted free agent — to the Nashville Predators on Sunday night in exchange for defenseman Jérémy Lauzon and…

Jun 29, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 29, 2025 11:55 AM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets entered NHL Draft week 2025 hoping to make some significant moves to help improve their roster. While they accomplished some things, uncertainty remains as they head…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 29, 2025 11:45 AM
     Draft weekend is always fertile ground for moves of all sorts across the NHL. The stars of the weekend are, of course, the prospects enjoying the pinnacle of their careers…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 29, 2025 11:35 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs have had an eventful week, though not necessarily successful, depending on whom you ask. While the front office secured a key piece by re-signing captain John…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 29, 2025 11:25 AM
     The Philadelphia Flyers entered the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft needing talent down the middle. That was no secret. So, why did they use the No. 6 pick…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 29, 2025 11:15 AM
     At the 2025 NHL Draft in Los Angeles on Saturday (June 28), the Edmonton Oilers selected Kamloops Blazers forward Tommy Lafreniere with the 83rd overall pick, in the third round.…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 29, 2025 11:05 AM
     The New York Islanders left the 2025 NHL Entry Draft with Matthew Schaefer and a great draft class. It was a no-fail scenario for general manager (GM) Mathieu Darche, who…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 29, 2025 10:55 AM
     The 2025 NHL Draft is in the books and the Vancouver Canucks added six new faces to their prospect pool. They focused mainly down the middle, selecting four centers, one…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 29, 2025 10:25 AM
     Cullen Potter sat in Peacock Theater with his family, expecting to be selected by an NHL team in the early 20s of the first round of the draft. Time ticked…

Jun 28, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 4:35 PM
     The New Jersey Devils entered the National Hockey League (NHL) Draft with seven picks. They opted to hold on to all seven, drafting players that they hope will become difference…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 3:15 PM
     The Los Angeles Kings have been the subject of numerous rumors regarding free agency and players they could either be shopping, looking to re-sign, or add. With loads of speculation…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 2:55 PM
     Ever since they got the fourth overall pick, rumors swirled around the Utah Mammoth potentially flipping the pick as they looked for a player who could help them contend for…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 2:45 PM
     This year marks the 30th anniversary of the only time in their long and storied history that the Edmonton Oilers have hosted the NHL's annual entry draft. On July 8,…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 2:32 PM
     With the 94th pick of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Dallas Stars have selected Cameron Schmidt from the Vancouver Giants of the Western Hockey League (WHL) About Cameron Schmidt…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 2:25 PM
     While the one Pittsburgh Penguin who is receiving the most trade buzz this offseason is Erik Karlsson, there is another valuable Penguin who garnered interest from teams at the 2025…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 2:15 PM
     In today's NHL rumours rundown, there were plenty of deals on Day 2 of the draft so far, and some that haven't happened that some expected. Elsewhere, now that the…

Jun 28, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 9:55 AM
     It feels good waking up the next day knowing that James Hagens is a Boston Bruin. It almost felt like a gift from the hockey Gods themselves, but the Bruins…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 9:45 AM
     The Washington Capitals waited over four hours to reach their 27th overall selection in the 2025 NHL Draft. The squad from D.C. wasted little time sprinting to the podium to…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 9:35 AM
     The action couldn't wait on draft day for the selections, as Noah Dobson was traded from the New York Islanders to the Montreal Canadiens, just hours before the Islanders were…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 9:25 AM
     It looks as though Connor Brown's time with the Edmonton Oilers organization has come to an end. After joining the Oilers on a one-year deal ahead of the 2023-24 season,…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 9:10 AM
     It felt a little like that episode of The Office, the one where Michael Scott tries to host a virtual party for the company's big product launch. Half the office…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 9:00 AM
     The Seattle Kraken have already been making moves ahead of the beginning of free agency on July 1. On June 21, the Kraken traded Andre Burakovsky to the Chicago Blackhawks…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 8:45 AM
     The Montreal Canadiens needed to fill a space on the right side on defense. They didn't really need Noah Dobson specifically, though.

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 28, 2025 8:45 AM
     The Columbus Blue Jackets entered Day 1 of the 2025 NHL Draft as one of the most interesting teams in the NHL. They had a lot of assets and cap…

Jun 27, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 27, 2025 7:49 PM
     With the 4th pick of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Utah Mammoth have selected Caleb Desnoyers from the Moncton Wildcats of the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) About…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 27, 2025 7:43 PM
     With the third pick of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Chicago Blackhawks have selected Anton Frondell from Djurgardens of the SHL About Anton Frondell Anton Frondell is a well-rounded…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 27, 2025 7:32 PM
     With the second pick of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the San Jose Sharks have selected Michael Misa from the Saginaw Spirit of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) About Michael…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 27, 2025 7:15 PM
     With the first pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the New York Islanders have selected Matthew Schaefer from the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). About Matthew…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 27, 2025 7:11 PM
     The Florida Panthers announced that they have re-signed forward Sam Bennett to an eight-year contract with an average annual value (AAV) of $8 million. Bennett became a key figure for…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 27, 2025 7:02 PM
     Consider The Hockey Writers your go-to source for everything related to the NHL Draft and this page your live home page for information on the upcoming 2025 NHL Entry Draft.…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 27, 2025 6:30 PM
     After months of preparation, the 2025 NHL Entry Draft is finally here. However, things will look a little different than in previous years. This year, the NHL voted to host…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 27, 2025 5:35 PM
     On Friday (Jun. 27), the Colorado Avalanche and Columbus Blue Jackets swung a trade. The Blue Jackets acquired Miles Wood and Charlie Coyle in exchange for Gavin Brindley, a conditional…

Jun 27, 06:00

Jun 26, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 26, 2025 4:50 PM
     Heading into an NHL Draft, there are always a few players who went undrafted for many reasons but are still on the board as overage prospects. With NHL rights now…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 26, 2025 4:10 PM
     Brandon Gorzynski 2024-25 Team: Calgary Hitmen (WHL)Date of Birth: Mar. 12, 2007Place of Birth: Scottsdale, ArizonaHt: 6-foot-2 Wt: 181 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: LWNHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 first-year eligible Rankings Brandon Gorzynski…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 26, 2025 3:50 PM
     According to the team's official announcement, 19-year-old forward Artemi Nizameyev has signed a two-way contract with Traktor Chelyabinsk for the 2025–26 season, allowing him to play for Chelmet in the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 26, 2025 3:40 PM
     The Buffalo Sabres made news late Wednesday night by completing the first blockbuster trade of the NHL offseason. They shipped disgruntled winger J.J. Peterka to the Utah Mammoth for defenseman…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 26, 2025 3:36 PM
     Ahead of the NHL Draft and free agent periods coming within the next seven days, many teams will be jockeying players. The Columbus Blue Jackets have made a change, offloading…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 26, 2025 3:30 PM
     Barring a change in heart, it appears that John Tavares will be moving on from the Toronto Maple Leafs. The 34-year-old doesn't necessarily want to leave Toronto, but rightfully believes…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 26, 2025 3:15 PM
     Misery loves company, and so perhaps the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers can offer mutual support for their shared inability to stand in the way of the now back-to-back…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 26, 2025 3:00 PM
     Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff spoke to media Thursday, one day ahead of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft and four days ahead of free agency. Here, we'll dive into…

Jun 26, 06:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:27 AM
     Just as fans were ready to head to bed, the Utah Mammoth and Buffalo Sabres swung a trade. The Sabres traded John-Jason "J.J." Peterka to the Mammoth in exchange for…

Jun 25, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 25, 2025 5:31 PM
     The Vegas Golden Knights have signed forward Reilly Smith to a one-year contract extension worth $2 million. The deal includes a no-trade clause, according to NHL insider Chris Johnson. Smith…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 25, 2025 5:00 PM
     The New Jersey Devils are still searching for consistent scoring. Since Jan. 1, they ranked 31st in even strength goals per 60 (GF/60). Related: Former Devil Claims Team Considered Drafting…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 25, 2025 4:00 PM
     It's officially 2025 NHL Draft week. The Tampa Bay Lightning will be sitting out the first day of action since they don't have a first-round pick yet again. Day two…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 25, 2025 3:45 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens are heading into the 2025 NHL Entry Draft weekend with several needs to be filled for the roster to improve with the knowledge that expectations for the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 25, 2025 3:20 PM
     The New York Rangers just announced that they will be opting to keep their 2026 first-round pick, thus giving their divisional rivals, the Pittsburgh Penguins, the 12th-overall pick in the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 25, 2025 3:10 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers needed to figure out a way to shed cap space after losing the Stanley Cup Final. With Leon Draisaitl's extension kicking in next season, several other players…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 25, 2025 2:50 PM
     Could the Toronto Maple Leafs turn Mitch Marner's likely departure into a string of big moves during the week of the NHL draft and free agency? With growing belief that…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 25, 2025 2:20 PM
     Welcome to The Hockey Writers' Final 2025 Draft Rankings, a combination of the rankings from our top prospects writers. This year's list is a compilation of Peter Baracchini's Final Rankings…

Jun 25, 04:00

Jun 24, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 24, 2025 3:55 PM
     The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) is expanding to the West Coast with two new teams, PWHL Seattle and PWHL Vancouver. As the league continues to grow, it hosted its first-ever Expansion…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 24, 2025 3:45 PM
     Last night, the Abbotsford Canucks won the Calder Cup, and every player on that roster should be incredibly proud of their accomplishment. Winning a championship at any level of professional…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 24, 2025 3:30 PM
     After finishing near the bottom of the NHL standings in 2024-25, the Boston Bruins were going to have a top-10 pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. What Bruins fans…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 24, 2025 3:20 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers are expected to be gauging the goaltending market this offseason to see if they can change some things between the pipes heading into the 2025-26 season. There…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 24, 2025 2:30 PM
     The relationship between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Mitch Marner is coming to an end. They have been tied together since the now 28-year-old forward was selected fourth overall in…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 24, 2025 2:30 PM
     It's the 2025 NHL Draft week (June 27), and as usual, the Chicago Blackhawks are the team to watch. Because they have a lot of draft capital (15 picks in…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 24, 2025 2:20 PM
     When the Edmonton Oilers signed scrappy winger Viktor Arvidsson to a two-year contract on July 1, 2024, fans expected him to push 60 points and give the team the final…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 24, 2025 1:50 PM
     The 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class will be revealed on Tuesday, and for the first time, Joe Thornton, Zdeno Chara, Duncan Keith, and Carey Price are eligible for induction.…

Jun 24, 02:00

Jun 23, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, June 23, 2025 1:25 PM
     The Boston Bruins have come to terms either one of their own. They have locked up defenseman Mason Lohrei to a bridge deal. The contract is for two years and…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 23, 2025 1:05 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs were hoping for a better outcome this season with the strongest lineup they've had in the last several campaigns, but they were eliminated in the second…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 23, 2025 1:03 PM
     In need of skill, the Philadelphia Flyers couldn't pass up a low-value Trevor Zegras. They acquired the 24-year-old forward from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for center Ryan Poehling, the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 23, 2025 1:00 PM
     With the 2025 NHL Draft less than a week away, NHL teams aren't just preparing for the draft but also free agency that takes place only a few days after.…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 23, 2025 12:30 PM
     The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) is expanding to the West Coast with two new teams, PWHL Seattle and PWHL Vancouver. As the league looks to grow, it hosted its first-ever Expansion…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 23, 2025 11:50 AM
     The hunt this season has concluded. The Florida Panthers defeated the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final by a score of 5-1 and became the third…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 23, 2025 11:45 AM
     When my son Jim was a youngster, as a thing to do together we started to collect hockey cards. Because I taught at the University of Alberta and lived in…

The Hockey Writers Monday, June 23, 2025 11:40 AM
     As the Detroit Red Wings continue to rebuild, thoughts of missed opportunities, unnecessarily long contracts, and poor trades often come to mind. And with former general manager Ken Holland leading…

Jun 23, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 22, 2025 5:00 PM
     On June 20, the New York Rangers and pending restricted free agent (RFA) Matthew Robertson came to an agreement on a two-year extension with a $775,000 average annual value (AAV).…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 22, 2025 4:30 PM
     The Ottawa Senators' emergence this season can be attributed to many different factors. You could point to Linus Ullmark's steady presence in goal, head coach Travis Green's influence on the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 22, 2025 4:20 PM
     In today's NHL rumours rundown, the Edmonton Oilers and Evan Bouchard could look at a one-year deal to try to get a contract locked in for next season. Elsewhere, Mitch…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 22, 2025 4:10 PM
     Fans and sports media alike have been looking for a scapegoat ever since the Edmonton Oilers were bounced from the Stanley Cup Final yet again; the stars didn't show up,…

Jun 22, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 22, 2025 9:30 AM
     As Mitch Marner's future with the Toronto Maple Leafs hangs in the balance, Luke Fox joined The FAN Hockey Show to break down what losing a franchise forward really means—and…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 22, 2025 9:15 AM
     The Montreal Canadiens continued to drastically improve year over year in 2024-25. Earning a playoff berth as they did, impressively as one of the youngest teams in the league, was…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 22, 2025 8:25 AM
     Julius Saari 2024-25 Team: Jokerit (Mestis)Date of Birth: Mar 7, 2007Place of Birth: Vantaa, FinlandHt: 6-foot-2 Wt: 187 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: DefensemanNHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 first-year eligible Rankings Julius Saari is a defensive…

Jun 21, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 21, 2025 5:30 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks didn't waste much time after the Stanley Cup was awarded to the Florida Panthers to get to work on their offseason moves. The re-signed one of their…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 21, 2025 4:55 PM
     Frank Nazar had an impressive stint with the Chicago Blackhawks last season. After being called up to the NHL on Dec. 13, he skated in 53 games and registered 12…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 21, 2025 3:30 PM
     The Abbotsford Canucks are on the brink of greatness after their 3-2 win over the Charlotte Checkers on Thursday. They now have a 3-1 series lead and can clinch the…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 21, 2025 2:45 PM
     It seems as though many fans and media members have mixed feelings when it comes to Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner. As a faithful follower of Alan Mitchell on the…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 21, 2025 2:35 PM
     Nearly two years ago, before the horn even sounded, all the players, coaching staff, and fans alike were celebrating. It was a monumental moment for a franchise that had only…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 21, 2025 2:10 PM
     The Washington Capitals enter the 2025 NHL Draft next weekend with five picks in the decentralized process. The Capitals hold one choice in each of the first five rounds, including…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 21, 2025 1:42 PM
     Of the numerous reasons for the decade of futility that was the 2010s for the Buffalo Sabres, their constant inability to cultivate their own talent was perhaps the biggest. With…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 21, 2025 1:37 PM
     *This archive was originally published before the 2023 NHL Draft Historically, more than 12,000 players have been drafted in the NHL Amateur (1963-1978) and Entry Drafts (1979-present), with around 11…

Jun 21, 06:00

Jun 20, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, June 20, 2025 3:45 PM
     The Abbotsford Canucks are one win away from the Calder Cup title. Vancouver Canucks fans will be quick to tell you not to celebrate until the job is done (just…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 20, 2025 3:30 PM
     Ryan Donato made it clear he wanted to stay with the Chicago Blackhawks. Just days before he was set to be an unrestricted free agent, the team granted his wish.…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 20, 2025 3:15 PM
     For years, Toronto Maple Leafs fans did what fans do: they trusted. They had no real say in the decisions, but most came to believe in the talent, plan, and…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 20, 2025 3:04 PM
     The Dallas Stars have announced that they've signed both Mavrik Bourque and Nils Lundkvist to contract extensions. The Stars have been one of the more active teams over the last…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 20, 2025 2:45 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers made it to the Stanley Cup Final for the second straight season, and they faced the same opponent in the Florida Panthers. Unfortunately, they came up short…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 20, 2025 1:45 PM
     It's the kind of idea that could shake the NHL to its core — Connor McDavid, arguably the best hockey player on the planet, being traded to the Toronto Maple…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 20, 2025 1:08 PM
     Littered in the already busy offseason for the NHL, the Carolina Hurricanes re-upped some of their depth, extending left-winger Eric Robinson with a four-year deal carrying an annual average value…

The Hockey Writers Friday, June 20, 2025 12:30 PM
     The Winnipeg Jets will sign hometown hero Jonathan Toews to a one-year contract on July 1, the team announced June 20. It's a feel-good story for someone trying to restart…

Jun 20, 02:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 19, 2025 10:30 PM
     In a serious cap crunch following a four-year, $18 million extension for Matt Duchene, the Dallas Stars had to shed some salary. Moving the $4.5 million cap-hit contract of forward…

Jun 19, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:15 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, several Edmonton Oilers players spoke with the media following their loss in the Stanley Cup Final. At the same time, reports have surfaced that the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 19, 2025 12:24 PM
     The Ottawa Senators have announced that they have signed Fabian Zetterlund to a three-year, $12,825,000 deal. It has an average annual value of $4.275 million. Z is back for three!…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 19, 2025 11:55 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs and Mitch Marner appear to be in a precarious situation in regards to a potential contract negotiation. And it sounds like things are getting uglier by…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 19, 2025 11:42 AM
     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 Thursday, June 19, 2025 11:37 AM
     Expectations weren't very high for the Edmonton Oilers coming into 2005-06 campaign – they looked like they were fairly average, but nothing special. At the beginning of the season, there…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 19, 2025 11:32 AM
     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 Thursday, June 19, 2025 11:10 AM
     The Dallas Stars have signed veteran forward Matt Duchene to a four-year, $18 million contract extension. Duchene Staying in the Lone Star State The 34-year-old, who was a pending unrestricted…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 19, 2025 10:55 AM
     As speculation swirls around the Toronto Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner's future, another storyline should get more attention. There is a chance that former captain John Tavares could depart. While many…

Jun 19, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 18, 2025 6:06 PM
     Aside from the upcoming 2025 NHL Draft, the Chicago Blackhawks' most pressing matter for this summer was re-upping Ryan Donato. Less than 24 hours after the conclusion of the 2025…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 18, 2025 5:37 PM
     The New Jersey Devils announced that the team has acquired Nashville's fourth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft and defenseman Jeremy Hanzel in exchange for forward Erik Haula. #NEWS: We've…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:50 PM
     There has already been plenty said about Mitch Marner's potential pending departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs, and the superstar winger hasn't even hit free agency yet. Perhaps parting ways…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:05 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers lost their second straight Stanley Cup Final to the Florida Panthers, this time in one fewer game than previously. While losing Zach Hyman to an injury hurt…

Jun 18, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 18, 2025 11:15 AM
     While the future of John Tavares with the Toronto Maple Leafs remains uncertain — with questions still swirling about whether he'll re-sign or move on — one issue has now…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 18, 2025 11:05 AM
     The wounds of losing a second straight Stanley Cup Final are still fresh for the Edmonton Oilers. They were the second-best team for most of the series, and maybe had…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 18, 2025 10:58 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 Wednesday, June 18, 2025 10:52 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 Wednesday, June 18, 2025 10:44 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 Wednesday, June 18, 2025 10:35 AM
     Cale Makar has been making history virtually from the moment he entered the league. What began as a promising career has since blossomed into one that has fans, experts, and…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 18, 2025 10:25 AM
     The Florida Panthers, for a second consecutive season, are the Stanley Cup champions. The Panthers trounced the Edmonton Oilers – this time in six games – to yet again win…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 18, 2025 10:19 AM
     Yesterday in Hockey History: June 17 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 19 Although there have only been two games played on this date, there has still been plenty of National…

Jun 17, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 4:35 PM
     Understandably so, the hype within the New Jersey Devils' fanbase for Russian winger Arseni Gritsyuk is colossal. For a team that often struggled to score goals in 2024-25, Gritsyuk's arrival…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 3:40 PM
     The IIHF announced the preliminary rosters for the 2026 Winter Olympics on Monday, June 16, which will be held in Milan and Cortina, Italy. The hockey tournament will take place…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 3:15 PM
     Next February, the XXV Olympic Winter Games, also known as the 2026 Winter Olympics or Milano Cortina 2026, will welcome NHL players back to the Olympic stage for the first…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 2:33 PM
     The Florida Panthers welcome the Edmonton Oilers to Amerant Bank Arena for Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final this evening. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 2:15 PM
     In a wide-ranging discussion with Halford & Brough, former NHL captain Blake Wheeler shared some honest reflections on what it's like leading a divided locker room, dealing with the heat…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 2:05 PM
     Over the course of the Detroit Red Wings' teardown and rebuild, they have parted ways with a number of players whose names and faces are still etched in the minds…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 2:01 PM
     Check back each day to get the projected lineups, starting goalies, injury news, and roster updates for every game. On weekends, the lineups will be published prior to matinee games.…

Jun 17, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 9:55 AM
     The NHL Draft is just a few short weeks away, with the event taking place on June 27 and 28 in Los Angeles. After another season of missing the playoffs…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 9:45 AM
     With how the Toronto Maple Leafs' 2024-25 season ended, they're now heading into the post-Mitch Marner era. Unfortunately, their season came to a disappointing end when they lost yet another…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 9:35 AM
     It's no a shock Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky was the only Habs player to be named to his country's Olympic roster so far.

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 9:25 AM
     The New York Rangers traded Chris Kreider to the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for prospect Carey Terrance, ending a great run with New York for the power forward. He has…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 9:15 AM
     We have reached the point in the countdown to the 2025 NHL Draft where it's time to have a serious conversation. With so much uncertainty as to how the draft…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 9:05 AM
     While the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers continue to do battle in the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, the Colorado Avalanche are among the 30 other teams preparing for the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 8:55 AM
     The excitement surrounding the 2026 Olympics in Milan, Italy, is already building. To add to this excitement, on June 16, the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) announced six players on…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 17, 2025 8:45 AM
     Dan Muse, new head coach for the Pittsburgh Penguins, has his work cut out for him. The Penguins are in the middle of a rebuild and have no doubt already…