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Jul 31, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 31, 2025 3:50 PM
     The Buffalo Sabres had a handful of restricted free agents to re-sign this summer, including young goaltender Devon Levi, who held out until Thursday. The 23-year-old has been through the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 31, 2025 3:20 PM
     The Florida Panthers are celebrating their second-straight Stanley Cup victory after defeating the Edmonton Oilers in six games in the Stanley Cup Final last month. They will look to become…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 31, 2025 3:10 PM
     In 2021, the Ottawa Senators shifted their draft strategy, moving away from rebuilding and towards supplementing their core of Brady Tkachuk, Tim Stutzle, Jake Sanderson, Thomas Chabot, and, at the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 31, 2025 2:20 PM
     The biggest conversations about the Calgary Flames this summer continue to be centred around Rasmus Andersson. The 28-year-old defenceman is expected to be traded at some point. However, he may…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:55 PM
     When the New Jersey Devils traded for Timo Meier in February of 2023, he seemed like he'd be a perfect match alongside Jack Hughes. He's big, physical, and capable of…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:10 PM
     If you've been a Vancouver Canucks fan for any length of time, you've probably heard about "The Save." Maybe you even saw it live—your heart pounding, your hands gripping the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:05 PM
     IN today's NHL rumors rundown, how much are the Toronto Maple Leafs risking by not getting Nick Robertson signed to an extension before his arbitration hearing on Sunday? Meanwhile, are…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 31, 2025 12:35 PM
     If you've followed the Edmonton Oilers or the Calgary Flames, you know the Battle of Alberta isn't just another matchup—it's personal. The rivalry has been burning since the 1980s, and…

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Jul 30, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 30, 2025 1:50 PM
     If you've followed the Toronto Maple Leafs for a while, you've heard the name Johnny Bower. Maybe you've seen his statue outside the Maple Leafs' arena or spotted his number…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 30, 2025 12:30 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, have the Vancouver Canucks made an offer to Jack Roslovic? What is taking so long for him to find a landing spot in free agency?…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 30, 2025 12:20 PM
     When it was announced that the Colorado Avalanche had traded star winger Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes, it sent shockwaves through the hockey world. Though Rantanen was considered the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 30, 2025 12:10 PM
     With July coming to a close and preseason on the horizon, the Pittsburgh Penguins have not had the flashy offseason most people thought they would. There is no doubt that…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 30, 2025 12:00 PM
     For fans who lived through the early days of the Edmonton Oilers dynasty, the name Andy Moog still carries weight. Long before he ever put on a Boston Bruins jersey,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 30, 2025 11:50 AM
     Though we're in the dog days of the NHL offseason, there's still hockey to watch. The World Junior Summer Showcase is underway, and it includes seven Philadelphia Flyers prospects: Jack…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 30, 2025 11:13 AM
     On Feb. 6, 1990, Brett Hull scored his 50th goal of the season, to become part of the first father-son combo to each score 50 goals in an NHL season.…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 30, 2025 11:08 AM
     Originally written in April 2015 It's been 20 years since one of the most noteworthy drafts in recent NHL history took place in Ottawa, Ontario. The 2005 NHL Draft was…

Jul 30, 02:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 29, 2025 7:28 PM
     The third day of the World Juniors Summer Showcase took place on Tuesday, July 29, and had just one game on the schedule. It was between Canada Red and Canada…

Jul 29, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 29, 2025 11:30 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs may have had a quiet offseason by blockbuster standards, but there's no shortage of storylines heading into the 2025–26 season. From rising prospect Ben Danford making…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 29, 2025 11:20 AM
     After spending the last few seasons as a dark horse within the Metropolitan Division, the New Jersey Devils are due for a breakout year. With a solidified goalie tandem, a…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 29, 2025 11:10 AM
     As the Montreal Canadiens prepare for the 2025-26 season, they find themselves with one of the deepest young defensive corps in the league. The blue line is filled with intriguing…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 29, 2025 11:00 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, Bo Horvat has gone to Islanders management and made it clear how he feels about the idea of being traded. Meanwhile, one insider predicted at…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 29, 2025 10:50 AM
     Lawson Crouse was a vital part of the recent Arizona Coyotes' rebuild, scoring 20 or more goals in three straight seasons before the Coyotes left for Utah. This three-season stretch…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 29, 2025 10:31 AM
     Recently, I wrote about Sergei Zubov and Bryan Smolinski, two players who appeared in only one season, albeit laudable, with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1995-96. It got me thinking about…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 29, 2025 10:25 AM
     Dion Phaneuf is now a 40-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 the…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 29, 2025 10:20 AM
     Ted Lindsay, one of the Detroit Red Wings' all-time greats died on Monday, March 4, 2019. He was 93. Toronto Maple Leafs' President and former Red Wings player Brendan Shanahan…

Jul 29, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, July 28, 2025 7:55 PM
     The second game of the day was Team USA White against Sweden on Monday afternoon, July 28. USA White had beaten Finland the day before, while Sweden took down USA…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 28, 2025 5:05 PM
     The second day of games at the World Juniors Summer Showcase (WJSS) saw a repeat of the first day, but the teams were flipped. On Monday afternoon, July 28, the…

Jul 28, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, July 28, 2025 9:55 AM
     Late last week, we published an early look at the 2026 free-agent class by looking at an absolutely loaded group of UFAs. Today, we'll look at an upcoming RFA class…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 28, 2025 9:15 AM
     The rebuild in Detroit is no longer new. It's real. It's alive. And it's tested every ounce of patience in Hockeytown. For years, Detroit Red Wings fans have watched their…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 28, 2025 8:45 AM
     Former Washington Capitals forward Nicklas Backstrom has reportedly signed with Brynäs IF of the Swedish Hockey League. The news is expected to officially be announced later today. Backstrom, 37, missed…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 28, 2025 8:35 AM
     While many people in Minnesota were spending their summer afternoon out on the lake in the hot and humid temperatures, the World Junior Summer Showcase (WJSS) was just getting started…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 28, 2025 8:25 AM
     Lars Eller signing a one-year, $1.25 million contract on July 1 with the Ottawa Senators wasn't met with much fanfare in Bytown. Yet whether Senators fans know it or not,…

Jul 27, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 27, 2025 5:00 PM
     The 2024-25 season saw a dramatic leap forward by the rebuilding Montreal Canadiens. They started off slowly, but finished the regular season strong, earning the final wild-card berth in the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 27, 2025 4:58 PM
     The 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase (WJSS) started off on Sunday afternoon, July 27, with Game 1 between USA White and Finland. Team USA was split into two teams, white…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 27, 2025 4:05 PM
     The New York Rangers struggled to find their footing last season and missed the playoffs just one season after winning the Presidents' Trophy. They made some moves, including acquiring J.T.…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 27, 2025 3:50 PM
     Seeing players come and go has become a familiar trend for the Tampa Bay Lightning. As soon as they won their first Stanley Cup, the question started to arise about…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 27, 2025 2:55 PM
     In the coming years, the NHL may welcome a new Gonchar. Sergei, known for his time with the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins, not only lifted the Stanley Cup but…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 27, 2025 12:45 PM
     With the 2025 NHL Draft and the initial free agency frenzy in the books, we now turn to previewing the 2025-26 season for the Vancouver Canucks. Instead of doing report…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 27, 2025 12:35 PM
     In today's NHL rumour rundown, Nicklas Backstrom is believed to be heading back to Sweden to close out his playing career and is likely signing with Brynas IF of the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 27, 2025 12:05 PM
     Yesterday in Hockey History: July 26 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 28 July 27 has not been a very newsworthy day in National Hockey League history. However, there was a…

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Jul 26, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 26, 2025 3:45 PM
     As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers' player grades. The last report card graded Vasily Podkolzin, and next up is Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. The 32-year-old recorded 20 goals…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 26, 2025 3:35 PM
     On July 16, the NHL announced the 2025-26 schedule. It features two games in Stockholm, two outdoor games, and several exciting matchups in between. For the Florida Panthers, a few…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 26, 2025 3:25 PM
     Earlier this month, I looked at the San Jose Sharks' weak defensive group and the issues that could arise on their blue line this season. While the front office and…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 26, 2025 2:52 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks announced July 26 the team signed goaltender Arvid Soderblom to a two-year, $5.5 million contract that will pay him an average annual value (AAV) of $2.75 million…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 26, 2025 1:45 PM
     It may be the middle of the NHL offseason, but that doesn't mean hockey has stopped completely. The 2026 World Junior Championship will take place at the Xcel Energy Center…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 26, 2025 12:25 PM
     It's hard to predict what kind of impact Patrik Laine will have with the Montreal Canadiens this season. Once viewed as one of the NHL's premier goal-scorers, Laine arrived in…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 26, 2025 12:15 PM
     With limited cap space, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald did a pretty respectable job of upgrading the depth within his forward group. While there's probably work to be…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 26, 2025 12:05 PM
     In today's NHL rumour rundown, we look at the future for the five Hockey Canada players who were recently found not guilty in the trial. Elsewhere, we look at how…

Jul 26, 06:00

Jul 25, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, July 25, 2025 4:55 PM
     On Oct. 8, 1992, the Ottawa Senators hit the ice for the first time in nearly 60 years, joining the modern NHL as an expansion team. Since then, the team…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 25, 2025 4:30 PM
     For much of the 2010s, the New Jersey Devils were defined by mediocrity and missed opportunities. After an unexpected run to the Stanley Cup Final in 2012, the franchise entered…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 25, 2025 3:40 PM
     The 2025 NHL Entry Draft officially marked 10 years since the 2016 draft. With six selections in the 2016 draft, the Pittsburgh Penguins were hoping to have at least one…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 25, 2025 3:20 PM
     The Colorado Avalanche, on paper, have a team that should contend for the Stanley Cup for the foreseeable future. Last season began with major red flags regarding goaltending and depth.…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 25, 2025 3:10 PM
     It feels like not many things go right for the Buffalo Sabres. Despite a couple of impactful additions, many feel like they may not be enough and that the Sabres…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 25, 2025 2:00 PM
     I want to apologize for uttering words that no one wants to hear: Summer is halfway over. Not just for us, but throughout the NHL and every team that is…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 25, 2025 1:00 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs are among the teams being linked to a potential Evan Rodrigues trade out of Florida. Does this make sense for both…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 25, 2025 12:50 PM
     The St. Louis Blues released their 2025-26 regular-season schedule on July 16, with many good matchups. There are three specific games to save the dates for, and they have a…

Jul 25, 04:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 24, 2025 11:33 PM
     Once again, the Carolina Hurricanes stay busy as they lock up another young core player to the roster long-term. Late Thursday night (July 24), the Hurricanes announced that they gave…

Jul 24, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:40 PM
     The Washington Capitals made a hockey trade on the second day of the 2025 NHL Draft. The Capitals acquired defenseman Declan Chisholm and a sixth-round selection (#180) from the Minnesota…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:30 PM
     Thanks to a few trades and a strong draft, the New York Islanders rebuilt their farm system from one of the worst in the NHL to one of the best…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 PM
     As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers' player grades. The last report card graded goaltender Stuart Skinner, and now we evaluate Corey Perry. The Oilers re-signed Perry…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 24, 2025 12:45 PM
     He's undoubtedly the next big thing for the Toronto Maple Leafs, in terms of prospects – especially after the trade that sent Fraser Minten to the Boston Bruins last season…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 24, 2025 12:35 PM
     The Florida Panthers are still celebrating winning back-to-back Stanley Cups, becoming the first team to do so since the Tampa Bay Lightning did in 2020 and 2021. Their sights are…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 24, 2025 12:25 PM
     As the Toronto Maple Leafs head into the 2025-26 season, it will be one defined not by certainty, but by transition, risk, and opportunity. However, many Maple Leafs fans have…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 24, 2025 12:04 PM
     The New Jersey Devils have signed Thomas Bordeleau to a one-year, two-way deal. For the upcoming season, his contract is worth $775,000 at the NHL level and $100,000 at the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 24, 2025 11:30 AM
     While Oilers fans are understandably anxious about Connor McDavid's next contract, there might be reason for everyone to take a deep breath. By viewing the situation in the context of…

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Jul 23, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:35 PM
     As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers' player grades. The last report card graded Jeff Skinner, and now we will evaluate Stuart Skinner. Skinner is a polarizing…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:25 PM
     The NHL's Board of Governors and the NHL Players' Association ratified a four-year Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) on July 8, which will keep the peace through the 2029-30 season. On…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:15 PM
     The 2025-26 NHL season now feels a bit closer since the schedule was announced on July 16. Teams across the league took to social media, posting promotional videos of their…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 23, 2025 12:15 PM
     There's been a lot of speculation about what the Toronto Maple Leafs' lines might look like this fall. With so many new faces and lingering questions, both general manager (GM)…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 23, 2025 12:10 PM
     In June 1990, the Edmonton Oilers were on top of the world. They had just won their fifth Stanley Cup in seven years, after beating the Boston Bruins 4-1 in…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 23, 2025 12:04 PM
     It may seem cut and dry who the top defenseman in Pittsburgh Penguins history is, but the players leading up to it have made a case for themselves. While the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 23, 2025 11:59 AM
     *Originally published after the 2019-20 season With the Toronto Maple Leafs now removed from postseason play – yet again – it's the work of analysts to review the season with…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 23, 2025 11:55 AM
     The Tampa Bay Lightning have brought their top draft pick from the latest draft into their system. They announced on Wednesday that they have signed forward Ethan Czata to an…

Jul 23, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 22, 2025 4:25 PM
     The NHL offseason means looking back at what unfolded while also looking forward to the future, and this time we'll be focusing on the past. It's time for another Minnesota…

Jul 22, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 22, 2025 9:55 AM
     As we near the end of July, we recently passed the midpoint of the Boston Bruins' 2025 offseason, and we are now officially closer to the start of the 2025-26…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 22, 2025 9:45 AM
     After making a run to the Eastern Conference Final in 2023-24, the New York Rangers had a very disappointing 2024-25 season. In response, general manager Chris Drury has looked to…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 22, 2025 9:35 AM
     As the offseason rolls on, the Carolina Hurricanes stay busy by adding, or re-signing, to their organizational depth. On Monday, July 21, the Hurricanes announced that they signed Ryan Suzuki…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 22, 2025 9:25 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers have had plenty of rumours surrounding them recently, as we are just six days out from the previous column, but a lot has happened. In this edition…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 22, 2025 9:15 AM
     The Anaheim Ducks recently signed defenseman Drew Helleson and goaltender Lukas Dostal to contract extensions, and they've added new players to the team this offseason. However, one important player remains…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 22, 2025 9:05 AM
     We're nearing the end of July, and the Calgary Flames have yet to work out a contract extension with Connor Zary. That isn't particularly unusual or worrisome, as training camp…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 22, 2025 8:55 AM
     Another summer, another trade request from a Columbus Blue Jacket. Young Russian forward Yegor Chinakhov has asked for a new home. He's the man through whom the organization shocked hockey…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 22, 2025 8:45 AM
     Restricted free agent (RFA) signings can often take months of the offseason to work out. But this week, only halfway through July, the Boston Bruins came to terms with John…

Jul 21, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, July 21, 2025 4:45 PM
     The hit TV show Shoresy has taken both the hockey and film worlds by storm with its perfect blend of comedy and heartwarming camaraderie. Initially born in 2022 as a…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 21, 2025 4:25 PM
     The success of the 2024-25 Windsor Spitfires surprised much of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). As the club prepares for an even bigger 2025-26 season, there are four players who…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 21, 2025 4:00 PM
     The Ottawa Senators success last season can be attributed in large part to the young core the team has built over the last handful of years. Guys like Brady Tkachuk,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 21, 2025 3:50 PM
     Tim Taylor had an NHL career that lasted 12 seasons and 746 games, with 365 of those games playing for the Tampa Bay Lightning, including the 2004 Stanley Cup Championship…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 21, 2025 3:40 PM
     The New Jersey Devils have had notable stretches of dominant goaltending in their history. From 2003 to 2008, only one other netminder besides Martin Brodeur won the Vezina Trophy. More…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 21, 2025 3:10 PM
     At the 2025 NHL Draft, the Calgary Flames selected two players in the first round, 18th overall and 32nd. Both players are forwards with upside who should become solid contributors…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 21, 2025 3:00 PM
     Every season, there are players who improve significantly upon their performances from the season prior. Even on a team as established, deep, and reliable as the Panthers, there will be…

The Hockey Writers Monday, July 21, 2025 2:01 PM
     It appears another top prospect from the 2025 NHL Draft is leaving the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) for the NCAA collegiate circuit. On Monday, Elliotte Friedman reported that Philadelphia Flyers'…

Jul 21, 08:00

Jul 20, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 20, 2025 5:10 PM
     As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers' player grades. The last report card graded John Klingberg, and now we turn our attention to another European player, Kasperi…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 20, 2025 5:00 PM
     It was rumoured for months, but on July 8, 2025, it was finally confirmed that Gavin McKenna, the projected top pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, is heading to Penn…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 20, 2025 4:50 PM
     After spending a season with CSKA Moscow, Russian goalie Ivan Prosvetov is taking another shot at establishing himself in the NHL. He recently signed a contract with the Calgary Flames,…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 20, 2025 3:55 PM
     There was no dramatic video, no GIF-able moments, no Gritty sheet-caking throw flare to the reveal of the 2025-26 Philadelphia Flyers schedule, just some basic social media posts before the…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 20, 2025 3:30 PM
     On July 14, the Edmonton Oilers made an announcement about major changes to their coaching staff. Gone from the 2024-25 Oilers coaching staff are goalie coach Dustin Schwartz, Glen Gulutzan,…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 20, 2025 2:25 PM
     For months, the New York Rangers have been changing the makeup of their roster. It started with the Jacob Trouba trade in December, followed by a series of other pre-trade…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 20, 2025 2:05 PM
     Over the next few days, I'll be ranking every team's top breakout candidate for the 2025–26 season. Up first is the Atlantic Division. Boston Bruins: Mason Lohrei While the Boston…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 20, 2025 1:55 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers made a pretty big decision this offseason. However, it has not gotten nearly as much attention as it probably should. After more than a decade, the team…

Jul 20, 04:00

Jul 19, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 19, 2025 3:35 PM
     As the 2025-26 NHL season approaches, the San Jose Sharks appear to have mostly formed the shape of their roster. Now they can make the pivot to evaluating their group…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 19, 2025 3:25 PM
     The New York Islanders are starting to turn over the roster and aren't just running it back as they did under Lou Lamoriello. They no longer have a veteran-heavy group…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 19, 2025 3:00 PM
     The Anaheim Ducks recently re-signed goaltender Lukas Dostal to a five-year extension worth $6.5 million annually, and it got some Edmonton Oilers fans wondering about their future between the pipes,…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 19, 2025 2:00 PM
     If you're a fan of Jack Campbell—or an Edmonton Oilers or Toronto Maple Leafs supporter—you might find yourself wondering: what exactly happened to him? Once one of the most well-liked…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 19, 2025 1:35 PM
     If you were watching the 2011 Stanley Cup Final, you remember it wasn't just a battle on the ice — it was a war of words, ego, and goaltending philosophy.…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 19, 2025 1:25 PM
     The 2025-26 schedules are officially out, and the NHL is another day closer to opening night, a day fans are ready to be here. Regarding the Carolina Hurricanes, they're officially…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 19, 2025 12:27 PM
     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 Saturday, July 19, 2025 12:22 PM
     The New York Rangers are excited about the rise of Alexis Lafreniere, the Canadian left wing whom they drafted first overall in 2020 and looked to finally be on his…

Jul 19, 04:00

Jul 18, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, July 18, 2025 1:00 PM
     The NHL released its 2025-26 schedule on Wednesday, which opens on Oct. 7 with a triple header that includes the Florida Panthers' banner raising ceremony before they play the Chicago…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 18, 2025 12:30 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, following the Dakota Joshua trade to Toronto, what do the Vancouver Canucks have planned? Meanwhile, Ryan Reaves is denying rumors that his trade from Toronto…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 18, 2025 12:02 PM
     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 Friday, July 18, 2025 11:57 AM
     During a recent visit to Fort Myers, Florida, I had the chance to interview Boston Bruins great Don Awrey. He played 979 games in the NHL over 17 seasons and…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 18, 2025 11:52 AM
     The Buffalo Sabres have been trapped at the bottom of a chasm of futility for the better part of the last 12 years. We've discussed a few of the reasons…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 18, 2025 11:35 AM
     In hockey, leadership extends far beyond the letter stitched onto a jersey. While the captain holds an official title, the reality is that many teams rely on a group of…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 18, 2025 11:25 AM
     When the Toronto Maple Leafs traded a 2028 fourth-round pick to acquire Dakota Joshua from the Vancouver Canucks, the move didn't make major headlines. There were no splashy graphics, no…

The Hockey Writers Friday, July 18, 2025 11:15 AM
     The Chicago Blackhawks released their 2025-26 season schedule earlier this week (Jul. 16). This will be Connor Bedard's third season in the NHL, with many other youngsters joining him. The…

Jul 18, 02:00

Jul 17, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 17, 2025 11:50 AM
     In hockey, legacies are often built through grit, vision, and years of dedication. For the Tambellinis—Steve and Jeff—that legacy stretches across generations, continents, and levels of the game. From humble…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 17, 2025 11:40 AM
     As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers' player grades. The last report card graded Brett Kulak, and now we move on to Connor Brown. Unfortunately, Brown is…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 17, 2025 11:30 AM
     The 2025-26 regular-season schedule for the Toronto Maple Leafs was revealed on Wednesday, July 16. The team opens the campaign against the Montreal Canadiens on Oct. 8 at Scotiabank Arena,…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 17, 2025 10:45 AM
     Generally speaking, NHL free agency usually comes with its fair share of poor contracts and teams overspending on players they shouldn't be overspending on. While there was no shortage of…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 17, 2025 10:33 AM
     Yesterday in Hockey History: July 16 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 18 July 17 turned out to be a very active day in the history of the National Hockey League.…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 17, 2025 10:05 AM
     Recently, we went through the Vancouver Canucks' three best contracts heading into the 2025-26 season. Now, we will take a look at the other side, the worst. While these deals…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 17, 2025 9:45 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs are navigating a pivotal offseason—one that might be remembered as the end of the "Core Four" era. Mitch Marner is gone. The return—while intriguing—doesn't carry the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 17, 2025 9:35 AM
     The Florida Panthers are currently living their best lives. They are continuing to celebrate their second straight Stanley Cup victory, the first team to do so since the Tampa Bay…

Jul 16, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 16, 2025 4:55 PM
     When Swedish offensive defenseman Sigge Holmgren heard his name called by the New Jersey Devils in the sixth round of the 2025 NHL Draft, even he was surprised. "I didn't…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 16, 2025 4:45 PM
     The Lehigh Valley Phantoms are entering a new era, not just with their rebuild but where they stand in the American Hockey League (AHL). They are a team on the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 16, 2025 4:35 PM
     Montreal Canadiens' general manager (GM) Kent Hughes made another offseason acquisition, signing unrestricted free agent (UFA) forward Joe Veleno to a one-year, one-way contract worth $900,000. This does add much-needed depth…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 16, 2025 4:25 PM
     Barring any major trades that shake up the roster, the Boston Bruins' lineup has very few openings for players to earn a job out of training camp. Before free agency,…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 16, 2025 4:15 PM
     Since free agency opened on July 1, roster movement has slowed down a bit for the Pittsburgh Penguins' general manager, Kyle Dubas. He made a bit of noise to open…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 16, 2025 4:05 PM
     The Edmonton Oilers have made some changes over the past week, including making a trade and some coaching changes, all while being involved in some speculation about goaltenders as the…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 16, 2025 3:30 PM
     The New York Rangers made a major commitment to Vladislav Gavrikov this summer when they signed him to a seven-year, $48.95 million contract that carries an average annual value of…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 16, 2025 3:20 PM
     It isn't often that the Toronto Maple Leafs are a significant amount below the salary cap, but that's exactly where they find themselves right now. Past the two way point…