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Feb 15, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 15, 2026 9:35 AM
     With the 2026 Winter Olympics officially underway, all seven New Jersey Devils representing their native countries have worked their way through the preliminary round. Thus far, each player has led…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 15, 2026 9:05 AM
     The Montreal Canadiens are (currently) in line to earn home-ice advantage in Round 1. How do they ensure things stay that way?

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 15, 2026 8:50 AM
     On Saturday, Feb. 14, Canada and Germany faced off against one another for the second day of the women's ice hockey quarterfinals in the Olympic tournament. Just a minute into…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 15, 2026 8:35 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs have some big decisions to make over the next few weeks leading up to the March 6 NHL Trade Deadline. One of the biggest decisions they…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 15, 2026 8:25 AM
     On March 7, 2025, the Toronto Maple Leafs traded top prospect Fraser Minten and a 2026 top-five protected first-round pick to the Boston Bruins. Right-shot defenseman Brandon Carlo was sent…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 15, 2026 5:10 AM
     We have finally reached the final day of preliminary round games in the 2026 Olympics Men's Hockey Tournament. While Group B is complete, Groups A and C both have two…

Feb 14, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 7:10 PM
     Team USA put a stranglehold on Group C following their 6-3 win over Denmark on Saturday, Feb. 14. They move to 2-0-0-0 in group play heading into their last game…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 6:23 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks went into the Olympic break on a tough note, with two wins in their last eight games. However, amidst the tough stretches, there are encouraging signs. With…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 5:00 PM
     It's no secret that Elias Pettersson has not played up to his potential since he signed his big $11.6 million contract back in 2024. Several factors have contributed to his…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 4:45 PM
     Recently, the Philadelphia Flyers have caught some flak for their drafting. Since 2023, four first-rounders have been used to net Oliver Bonk, Jett Luchanko, and Jack Nesbitt (trade-up involving picks…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 4:05 PM
     With Elias Pettersson, Filip Hronek, David Kampf, Teddy Blueger, Kevin Lankinen, Lukas Reichel, and Anrī Ravinskis competing for their countries at the Winter Olympics, and the rest of the Vancouver…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 3:40 PM
     Watching men's hockey at the Winter Olympics, you can sense the pride that players have when playing for their country. For Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman, and defencemen Evan Bouchard…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 3:10 PM
     There are so many reports linking the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers in trade talks that one has to assume where there is smoke, there is fire. Barring a…

Feb 14, 10:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 10:00 AM
     It was an exciting hockey game at the Santagiulia Arena between Team Sweden and Team Slovakia, with some of the Swedish stars getting their game back as Lucas Raymond, Elias…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 9:35 AM
     The Pittsburgh Penguins have long been synonymous with international excellence, and the early days of the Winter Olympics once again highlighted how deeply the organization is woven into the global…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 9:25 AM
     On Feb. 13, the women's ice hockey Olympic tournament continued with the start of the quarterfinal games. Sweden and Czechia faced off against one another to kick off the two-game…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 9:15 AM
     On Feb. 13, the USA and Italy faced off against each other in the women's ice hockey quarterfinals of the Winter Olympic tournament.  Related: Guide to the 2026 Winter Olympics…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 9:05 AM
     The entire hockey world has shifted from individual leagues to the greatest global spectacle of them all: the Winter Olympics. For the first time since 2014, the NHL is sending…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 8:55 AM
     Karel Vejmelka's career has been filled with a lot of questions and challenges. He was drafted by the Nashville Predators in 2015, only to not appear in an NHL game…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 8:45 AM
     Rosters are frozen while NHLers participate in the Winter Olympics for the first time since 2014. The 2025-26 season will resume on Feb. 25, and when it does, it will…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 14, 2026 8:35 AM
     The Washington Capitals haven't had the successful season they had hoped for. They entered the Olympic break with a 29-23-7 record and without a playoff spot in the standings, though…

Feb 13, 20:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, February 13, 2026 5:40 PM
     The New York Rangers have struggled to develop their top forward prospects since announcing that they were beginning to rebuild during the 2018-19 season. Those struggles have led them to…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 13, 2026 5:40 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, William Nylander comments on his rumored injury, the Utah Mammoth could shake up the trade market at center, an insider looks at Bobby McMann's real…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 13, 2026 5:39 PM
     The NHL Trade Deadline is exactly three weeks from today, and while the Carolina Hurricanes are at the top of the Metropolitan Division with 78 points, they are looking to…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 13, 2026 5:39 PM
     Some weeks, it feels like the Vancouver Canucks are trying to keep a leaky boat afloat with a few buckets of water and a prayer. Between underperforming stars, draft picks…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 13, 2026 5:39 PM
     Some days, it feels like the Toronto Maple Leafs are trying to juggle with one hand tied behind their back. Injuries, depth issues, and a blue line held together with…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 13, 2026 5:38 PM
     After starting strong, Andrew Mangiapane has struggled with the Edmonton Oilers this season. Frankly, he didn't have a great run with the Washington Capitals either. Despite having only one really…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 13, 2026 4:15 PM
     Chuck Fletcher, who served as the general manager (GM) of the Philadelphia Flyers from 2018 to 2023, might be the most unpopular figure in franchise history. Suffocating contracts, iffy drafting,…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 13, 2026 2:34 PM
     Ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, Team USA has announced their women's ice hockey roster. Of the 23 players, a large majority currently play in the Professional…

Feb 13, 08:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, February 13, 2026 5:10 AM
     Through the first two days of action in the 2026 Olympics Men's Hockey Tournament, there has been plenty of excitement, with an upset early on and teams taking care of…

Feb 12, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 12, 2026 6:00 PM
     The long-awaited first game of the 2026 Olympic tournament for both Team Germany and Team Denmark has arrived, and many top NHL players got to hit the ice in their…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 12, 2026 4:53 PM
     The Olympic break is supposed to be a breather, but if you follow the Vancouver Canucks, there's never a quiet day. Between Filip Hronek gearing up for a major role…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 12, 2026 4:53 PM
     The Pittsburgh Penguins have a clear priority heading into the March 6 Trade Deadline: reinforcing a battered blue line that has struggled to stay healthy and consistent this season. League…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 12, 2026 4:52 PM
     As the season progresses and the standings begin to crystallize, the Montreal Canadiens find themselves in an interesting position. Competitive, structured, and clearly ahead of schedule, the Habs are still…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 12, 2026 4:52 PM
     In this week's edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumours, trade speculation continues to surround Nazem Kadri and Blake Coleman as the deadline looms. In other news, Jonathan Huberdeau's season…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 12, 2026 1:55 PM
     On Thursday, Canada and Czechia faced off in their first match of the men's ice hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics. It also marked the first time since the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 12, 2026 1:40 PM
     On Thursday, Canada and Finland faced off for the final preliminary game of the women's ice hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics. This game was supposed to be the…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 12, 2026 1:35 PM
     The Olympic break has given everyone a breather, but it hasn't slowed down the rumour mill around the Vancouver Canucks. If anything, things feel even busier. With the team in…

Feb 12, 04:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 11, 2026 10:35 PM
     It was a shocking opening day for the Olympic men's hockey tournament, with Slovakia upsetting Finland and then Italy making their game against Sweden surprisingly competitive. Although the scoreline read…

Feb 11, 16:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 11, 2026 3:50 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens surprised many with how strong and competitive they looked early in the season. Despite modest external expectations, they established themselves as a structured, resilient team capable of…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 11, 2026 3:50 PM
     The Buffalo Sabres have a few weeks of reprieve to gather themselves as the Winter Olympics rage on. During that time, official trades and roster moves cannot be made, but…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 11, 2026 3:42 PM
     Rockford, Illinois, was the host city for the 2026 AHL All-Star Game. The Rockford IceHogs had three participants in the event: Kevin Korchinski, Nick Lardis, and Brett Seney, which made…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 11, 2026 3:42 PM
     The uncertainty surrounding William Nylander's status ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics has ignited a heated debate among NHL analysts, with some arguing the Toronto Maple Leafs should shut him…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 11, 2026 2:55 PM
     In the inaugural game of the men's tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Team Slovakia grabbed a sensational 4-1 win over gold-medal holder Team Finland. Montreal Canadiens' Juraj…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 11, 2026 2:10 PM
     The Olympic break is supposed to be a breather, but if you follow the Vancouver Canucks, there's never a quiet day. Between Filip Hronek gearing up for a major role…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 11, 2026 1:30 PM
     The Pittsburgh Penguins have a clear priority heading into the March 6 Trade Deadline: reinforcing a battered blue line that has struggled to stay healthy and consistent this season. League…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 11, 2026 1:05 PM
     In this week's edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumours, trade speculation continues to surround Nazem Kadri and Blake Coleman as the deadline looms. In other news, Jonathan Huberdeau's season…

Feb 11, 04:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 10, 2026 11:23 PM
     Only three teams remained undefeated in women's hockey coming into Tuesday (Feb. 10) at the Winter Games. Not only that, but two of them faced off in a classic rivalry…

Feb 10, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:45 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs appear to have one of the more interesting trade chips on the market as we head toward the March 6 Trade Deadline. That player is forward…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:30 PM
     * originally written in July 2017 As mentioned in this article's companion piece, the Boston Bruins have come out on the winning end of several of the most lopsided trades…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:24 PM
     Often, in the world of professional sports, loyalty and dedication seem hard to find. However, Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price embodies both these qualities to the fullest. In his own…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:19 PM
     Numbers, stats, and figures are an integral part of the hockey viewing experience. The game is rife with scoring slumps, hot streaks, losing skids, and dynastic stretches of winning. The…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 10, 2026 11:45 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Buffalo Sabres are betting big on a pending unrestricted free agent, the Montreal Canadiens are pivoting after their dream trade target officially comes off…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 10, 2026 10:42 AM
     Yesterday in Hockey History: Feb. 9 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Feb. 11 Boston versus Montreal is one of the greatest rivalries in all professional sports, and both cities had big…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 10, 2026 10:35 AM
     The Buffalo Sabres have a few weeks of reprieve to gather themselves as the Winter Olympics rage on. During that time, official trades and roster moves cannot be made, but…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 10, 2026 10:25 AM
     This year, the NHL returns to the Winter Olympics for the first time since 2014. As such, the world's best players will get a chance to compete, including four members…

Feb 10, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 9:58 PM
     On Monday, Feb. 9, USA and Switzerland faced off for both teams' third game of the 2026 Winter Olympics Tournament. Heading into this game, Switzerland had one win and one…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 5:35 PM
     The NHL season is currently paused for the 2026 Winter Olympic Break, which runs from Feb. 5 through Feb. 25. While the Los Angeles Kings as a team are off,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 5:25 PM
     The Tampa Bay Lightning have entered the NHL's Olympic break on a high note, leading the Atlantic Division. The league is paused until Feb. 25. However, the biggest storylines for…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 5:15 PM
     The key storyline for the Vegas Golden Knights this week is the Olympic Break, with no NHL games until Feb. 25. The focus shifts entirely to the 2026 Winter Olympics…

Feb 09, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 11:50 AM
     Using their first-round choice in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft, the Toronto Maple Leafs selected 6-foot-5, 239-pound center Frederik Gauthier from Laval, Quebec. The choice made sense. Gauthier carried size,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 11:44 AM
     Offense is making a comeback in the NHL. Games are finishing with higher scores, as the Minnesota Wild and Vancouver Canucks displayed in a 17-goal affair on Feb. 19, 2024.…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 11:38 AM
     If you were asked who are the greatest hockey players of all time, it wouldn't take very long before you said Bobby Orr. Through eight seasons from 1967-68 to 1974-75,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 11:05 AM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Seattle Kraken aren't done hunting for elite scoring after striking out on Artemi Panarin. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers are being linked to an old…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 10:58 AM
     Yesterday in Hockey History: Feb. 8 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Feb. 10 The National Hockey League not only added its most famous individual trophy on this date, but it also…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 10:55 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially entered the 2026 Winter Olympic Break along with the rest of the NHL. NHL games don't return until Feb. 25th, when the Maple Leafs…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 10:45 AM
     The NHL Olympic Break comes at the right time for plenty of players and organizations around the league. Among the teams that need the break to reset are those that…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 9, 2026 10:25 AM
     The NHL trade market is heating up. There were a couple of trades before the Olympic roster freeze went into effect on Feb. 4, namely Artemi Panarin getting dealt to…

Feb 08, 22:00


The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 8, 2026 5:25 PM
     The NHL entered its Olympic Break after games concluded on Feb. 5. The league will remain paused until Feb. 25 to accommodate the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, Italy. The…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 8, 2026 5:15 PM
     The NHL is officially on pause for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, so of course the Carolina Hurricanes have no NHL games scheduled this week. Instead, the focus shifts…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 8, 2026 5:05 PM
     The Winnipeg Jets are in the midst of a critical league-wide pause. The NHL season has officially halted for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, meaning there are no regular-season…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 8, 2026 4:55 PM
     The week is a quiet one on the ice but a loud one in the media for the Chicago Blackhawks. The team is officially on hiatus for the 2026 Winter…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 8, 2026 4:45 PM
     The NHL season is currently paused for the 2026 Winter Olympic Break, which began after games on Feb. 5 and will continue until play resumes on Feb. 25, 2026. Islanders…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 8, 2026 4:15 PM
     This week's storylines include the New York Rangers' disappointing season, the trade deadline, and the players representing their countries in Milan. The "Dense Darkness" The Rangers entered the Olympic break…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 8, 2026 3:25 PM
     For the Edmonton Oilers, this week is entirely defined by the 2026 Winter Olympics. There are no NHL regular-season games, but several key storylines involving current and former players will…

The Hockey Writers Sunday, February 8, 2026 3:15 PM
     The Montreal Canadiens' schedule is entirely dominated by the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, Italy. The NHL is currently on a league-wide pause until Feb. 25, meaning there…

Feb 08, 08:00

Feb 07, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 7, 2026 4:00 PM
     While the Windsor Spitfires earned a 5-2 road win over the Sudbury Wolves on Friday night, three players also hit important milestones. Coming into the 2025-26 Ontario Hockey League (OHL)…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 7, 2026 3:20 PM
     The 2025-26 season could be the greatest of Connor McDavid's illustrious career. He's off to represent Canada at the Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina, Italy, and he is currently the best…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 7, 2026 3:10 PM
     For the first time since 2014, the NHL will compete in the Winter Olympics. Last season's 4 Nations Face-Off showcased the NHL's capabilities on the international stage, but now, the…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 7, 2026 3:00 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs are taking a breather over the Olympic break, but the chatter is already heating up for when they return to action. There's a lot to sort…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 7, 2026 2:35 PM
     The NHL is off to Italy to participate in the Winter Olympic hockey tournament for the first time since 2014. That means that the NHL will take a 19-day break…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 7, 2026 1:58 PM
     Zach Hyman was not a youngster when the Toronto Maple Leafs let him walk away in free agency. He was 29, and the Maple Leafs told themselves at that time…

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 7, 2026 1:57 PM
     If the Montreal Canadiens can keep an open mind with regard to Sam Montembeault, they should be able to with regard to Patrik Laine.

The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 7, 2026 1:57 PM
     There are losing streaks, and then there are stretches when a team starts to know something is off. The Edmonton Oilers sound as if they're drifting into that second category…

Feb 07, 06:00


The Hockey Writers Saturday, February 7, 2026 1:19 AM
     Backpedaling along the blue line, Dylan Coghlan tried to slide a routine pass across to Jaycob Megna. Instead, the puck rolled off his stick and drifted into danger. Henderson Silver…

Feb 06, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Friday, February 6, 2026 4:25 PM
     The Winter Olympic Games officially kick off Feb. 6, and hockey fans around the world are eager to watch some of their favorite players take the ice and represent their…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 6, 2026 3:45 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly set to remain sellers as we inch closer to the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline. As they headed into the Olympic break, they won three…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 6, 2026 3:44 PM
     Just two seasons ago, the New York Rangers won the Presidents' Trophy and went on a run to the Eastern Conference Final in the postseason. However, they are now in…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 6, 2026 3:44 PM
     With the roster freeze now in effect as the Olympic Break approaches, the Edmonton Oilers are heading in needing a reset. While they are in a playoff spot, their recent…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 6, 2026 3:43 PM
     Bobby McMann isn't a huge Toronto Maple Leafs star. And that's part of why his story is so instructive. He wasn't drafted. He attended Colgate University in the ECAC Division…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 6, 2026 3:40 PM
     The Winter Olympic Games officially kick off Feb. 6, and hockey fans around the world are eager to watch some of their favorite players take the ice and represent their…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 6, 2026 2:45 PM
     For the first 25 years of their existence, there was near-total indifference between the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning. Neither team was good at the same time, and for…

The Hockey Writers Friday, February 6, 2026 2:35 PM
     Zach Hyman was not a youngster when the Toronto Maple Leafs let him walk away in free agency. He was 29, and the Maple Leafs told themselves at that time…

Feb 06, 06:00

Feb 05, 18:00


The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 5, 2026 3:40 PM
     Just two seasons ago, the New York Rangers won the Presidents' Trophy and went on a run to the Eastern Conference Final in the postseason. However, they are now in…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 5, 2026 3:10 PM
     Amid the team's retooling effort, the biggest domino for the New York Rangers has fallen. On Feb. 4, Artemi Panarin was traded to the Los Angeles Kings for winger prospect…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 5, 2026 3:01 PM
     The 2026 Winter Olympics are now in full swing, with Germany and Sweden facing off against one another to kick off the ice hockey portion of the tournament. The two…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 5, 2026 2:28 PM
     For a little while, it was uncertain that National Hockey League (NHL) players would head to the 2026 Olympics in Milan, Italy as arena construction delays raised major concerns. While…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 5, 2026 2:27 PM
     The NHL Olympic roster freeze is now in effect, but one major trade occurred before 3 pm today. Per Emily Kaplan and Adam Schefter (yes, that Adam Schefter), the Los…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 5, 2026 2:27 PM
     Edmonton Oilers' head coach Kris Knoblauch benched forward Andrew Mangiapane during the second period of the Oilers' 5-2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night (Feb. 3). Mangiapane…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 5, 2026 2:24 PM
     The hockey world is in shock. According to Onward State, an independent, student-run news site covering all things Penn State, projected #1 overall pick Gavin McKenna is "facing four charges,…

The Hockey Writers Thursday, February 5, 2026 2:23 PM
     When the Montreal Canadiens acquired Phillip Danault from the Los Angeles Kings, the move didn't generate fireworks around the league. There was no blockbuster package, no long-term commitment, and no…

Feb 05, 04:00

Feb 04, 14:00


The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 4, 2026 1:50 PM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs (27-21-9) beat the Edmonton Oilers (28-21-8)5-2 on Tuesday night, and head into the Olympic break on a three-game winning streak. It wasn't pretty, but they got…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 4, 2026 1:30 PM
     The Vancouver Canucks are limping into the final game before the Olympic break, desperate for something — anything — to lift them out of a brutal stretch. They've lost 16…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 4, 2026 1:20 PM
     Every once in a while, the Toronto Maple Leafs hit a stretch where things settle down and make a bit more sense. Their 5–2 win over the Edmonton Oilers on…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 4, 2026 12:50 PM
     If the Toronto Maple Leafs decide to shake things up before the deadline, Bobby McMann is suddenly one of the most interesting names on their roster. A year ago, he…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 4, 2026 12:15 PM
     In today's NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs are likely selling, but are they selling Morgan Rielly? Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers are eyeing a potential trade target and Bobby…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 4, 2026 11:27 AM
     *This archive was republished prior to Miikka Kiprusoff's number retirement in March 2024 The Calgary Flames recently completed their 53rd season as a member of the NHL. The organization began…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 4, 2026 11:22 AM
     On Feb. 4, 1978, Hockey Hall of Famer and a member of the 100 Greatest NHL Players club, Mike Bossy, recorded the first hat trick of his NHL career as the New…

The Hockey Writers Wednesday, February 4, 2026 11:16 AM
     At the beginning and midway point of every season, The Hockey Writers put together lists of the top 10 players for each position, as well as coaches. It goes without…

Feb 04, 02:00

Feb 03, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 3, 2026 11:55 AM
     The Dallas Stars coughed up a late third-period lead but pulled out the 4-3 victory against the Winnipeg Jets on Monday night. I know, stop me if you've heard this…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 3, 2026 10:55 AM
     Yesterday in Hockey History: Feb. 2 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Feb. 4 This has been a very intriguing date in the history of the National Hockey League. In Detroit, two…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 3, 2026 10:40 AM
     Edmonton Oilers defenceman Evan Bouchard has been playing some incredible hockey of late, racking up eight goals and 15 assists while firing 54 shots on goal and registering a plus/minus…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 3, 2026 10:25 AM
     In the long history of hockey card collecting, there are some sets that you recognize immediately as must-haves, and Upper Deck's new DC Superman Crossover Set is just that. The…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 3, 2026 10:15 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers are a tough team to judge in 2025-26. While they have turned things around after what was a slow start to the season, they've still yet to…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 3, 2026 10:05 AM
     Losses have been a rarity of late for the Buffalo Sabres. Losing to their division rivals the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday stung, but the Sabres came out on Monday night…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 3, 2026 9:55 AM
     It has been an uncharacteristically tough go of things for the Colorado Avalanche of late. Over their 10 prior games, the Avalanche sported a very un-Avalanche-like 4-4-2 record, getting blown…

The Hockey Writers Tuesday, February 3, 2026 9:45 AM
     Monday's game was the big win the Utah Mammoth needed after back-to-back tough losses against the Carolina Hurricanes and the Dallas Stars. With other Western Conference teams catching up in…

Feb 03, 00:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, February 2, 2026 6:49 PM
     The Chicago Blackhawks are almost complete with a very busy part of the season. They have two games remaining before the Olympic break, and in the midst of a five-game…

Feb 02, 12:00


The Hockey Writers Monday, February 2, 2026 11:35 AM
     With the calendar turning to February in the 2025-26 NHL season, Olympic fever is in the air. While there will be games of consequence played in the coming days, it…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 2, 2026 11:20 AM
     The Olympic break is just a few days away, and the Minnesota Wild have just two games left before they're off for nearly a month. They're looking to keep the…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 2, 2026 10:59 AM
     Yesterday in Hockey History: Feb. 1 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Feb. 3 Feb. 2 was a very eventful date in NHL history. A trio of players had five-goal performances while…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 2, 2026 10:05 AM
     The Philadelphia Flyers went 0–3–1 last week, essentially destroying any hopes of making the playoffs. Let's take a look at the team's key storylines for the week ahead. Flyers' Playoff…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 2, 2026 9:55 AM
     The Vancouver Canucks only have two more games until the Olympic break, when six of their players will head to Italy to compete for their countries. They just wrapped up…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 2, 2026 9:45 AM
     The Edmonton Oilers continue to grind along this season, finishing January with an 8-5-2 record and a 28-20-8 record overall for 64 points. They are tied for first place in…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 2, 2026 9:35 AM
     The Toronto Maple Leafs are currently far out of a playoff spot, and that leads to the uncomfortable reality: almost no one is untouchable. Outside of Auston Matthews, William Nylander,…

The Hockey Writers Monday, February 2, 2026 9:25 AM
     When the Montreal Canadiens pulled the trigger on the Noah Dobson trade, it was one of those moves that instantly brought a lot of expectations. Big assets going out, a…