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… |
Jul 31, 16:00
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… |
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 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… |
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 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 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 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 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… |
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