Aug 15, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 15, 2026 12:15 PM
Predictions are easy when they amount to Connor McDavid being great or Leon Draisaitl scoring a lot of goals. The fun begins when the outcome requires taking a real chance.…
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Aug 13, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 13, 2026 11:05 AM
There is something curious happening with the Toronto Maple Leafs heading into training camp. For once, some of the more intriguing lineup questions aren’t necessarily about who Toronto needs to…
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Aug 12, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 12, 2026 9:55 AM
As Chicago enters this new era of young leadership surrounding Connor Bedard, it’s important to address areas worth paying attention to this upcoming season. Here’s an overall look at what…
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Aug 11, 20:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, August 11, 2026 4:35 PM
Twenty defensemen made NHL Network’s newest list. Erik Karlsson somehow was not one of them. NHL Network released its Top 20 Defensemen Right Now on Aug. 10, and the Pittsburgh…
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Aug 09, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 9, 2026 3:35 PM
“I believe there is a lot of value [in] just getting your guy and bringing them into your group.” General manager (GM) Kyle Davidson said that to the media after…
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Aug 08, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 8, 2026 11:55 AM
When looking at the Carolina Hurricanes blueline, the names that stand out right away are Jaccob Slavin, K’Andre Miller, and Shayne Gostisbehere. It makes sense when you’re discussing the best…
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Aug 08, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, August 7, 2026 4:35 PM
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ massive commitment to Ville Koivunen could eventually force Kyle Dubas to make another decision, and a Justin Brazeau trade may be the cleanest solution. Pittsburgh signed Koivunen…
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Aug 07, 10:28
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The Hockey Writers Friday, August 7, 2026 10:25 AM
We are now more than a month removed from the opening of NHL free agency, and most of the biggest names have already found homes for the 2026-27 season. However,…
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Aug 06, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 6, 2026 4:30 PM
Sidney Crosby will turn 39 on Aug. 7 with another historic NHL scoring record within reach. The Pittsburgh Penguins captain recorded 29 goals, 45 assists and 74 points in only…
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Aug 06, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, August 6, 2026 9:55 AM
While talk and chatter has slowed down, it was an eventful offseason for Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka. From excelling at the NHL Draft, to re-shaping his roster…
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Aug 05, 20:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, August 5, 2026 4:50 PM
The Pittsburgh Penguins have already assembled a crowded roster, but they should not close the door on adding more competition before training camp. Michael Bunting, Vladimir Tarasenko, and Logan Stanley…
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Aug 03, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, August 3, 2026 3:30 PM
Sidney Crosby will turn 39 on Aug. 7 with several major NHL milestones within reach during the 2026-27 season. The Pittsburgh Penguins captain enters the season with 654 goals, 1,107…
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Aug 02, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, August 2, 2026 1:15 PM
Sweden arrived in Windsor as the reigning World Junior champions, and Canada with the deepest pool of NHL-drafted talent in the building. The two took opposite paths through the week.…
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Aug 02, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 1, 2026 5:38 PM
It’s been some time since the Calgary Flames have had legitimate star talent on their roster. We all know that Jonathan Huberdeau hasn’t been anywhere close to that since arriving…
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Aug 01, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, August 1, 2026 11:35 AM
One of the things that has stood out to me about the Toronto Maple Leafs this summer is that many of the changes have not simply been about adding players.…
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Jul 29, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 29, 2026 3:50 PM
The Pittsburgh Penguins traded Jake Guentzel and Ty Smith to the Carolina Hurricanes in March 2024 for Michael Bunting, prospects Ville Koivunen, Vasily Ponomarev, and Cruz Lucius, plus conditional first-…
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Jul 28, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 28, 2026 10:55 AM
The Toronto Maple Leafs will always be connected to big conversations. That is what happens when you are one of the most followed teams in sports. It is one of…
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Jul 27, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, July 27, 2026 10:58 AM
The San Jose Sharks have had success drafting, especially under Doug Wilson in the late rounds, but there have also been many whiffs. While no draft pick is a certainty…
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Jul 26, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 26, 2026 4:54 PM
The Ottawa Senators joined the NHL to start the 1992-93 season, and like all expansion teams, they participated in the NHL Entry Draft before their inaugural season. They landed the…
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Jul 26, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 26, 2026 10:00 AM
After a breakout season, one of the most promising Edmonton Oilers prospects has just taken the next step in his exciting progression. Forward Tommy Lafreniere is among 32 players invited…
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Jul 25, 20:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 25, 2026 6:14 PM
The Montreal Canadiens have done most of the heavy lifting this offseason, but Kent Hughes is rarely finished once free agency slows down. Some of his best moves have come…
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Jul 24, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, July 24, 2026 2:31 PM
If you’ve been following the Boston Bruins over the past few seasons, you’ve likely heard the names Fabian Lysell and Georgii Merkulov. Two promising young forwards who once seemed like…
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Jul 23, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:55 PM
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ recent promo for the 2026 Penguins 6.6K Run and Family Walk featured a logo that has sparked speculation about a possible new jersey because of its blue…
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Jul 22, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 22, 2026 11:35 AM
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Chicago Blackhawks are making their stance crystal clear on Patrick Kane. Meanwhile, the Dallas Stars take a short-term approach with Jason Robertson. Finally, one…
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Jul 22, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 21, 2026 10:49 PM
The stalemate has finally come to an end as Jason Robertson signed a one-year, $12 million contract to stay with the Dallas Stars on Tuesday. With the deal, the two…
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Jul 21, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 21, 2026 11:48 AM
After a long wait to see who will broadcast Carolina Hurricanes games after the announcement of FanDuel not returning in 2026-27, we have our answer. The Hurricanes announced on Tuesday…
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Jul 21, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, July 20, 2026 7:14 PM
“Best present ever, for sure.” Connor Bedard had an incredible week. He turned 21, and on July 18, a day after his birthday, the Chicago Blackhawks announced they signed him…
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Jul 20, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, July 20, 2026 12:00 PM
Sergei Bobrovsky and Anthony Stolarz will almost certainly open the season as the Toronto Maple Leafs’ goaltending tandem. But by the time the season is over, another goalie may end…
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Jul 19, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 19, 2026 4:13 PM
When Kent Hughes took over as general manager of the Montreal Canadiens, one of his first objectives was to reshape an aging roster while adding players who fit the team’s…
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Jul 19, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 19, 2026 9:25 AM
Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks finally put pen to paper and inked a five-year, $75 million contract. At a $15 million average annual value (AAV), Bedard took a team-friendly…
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Jul 18, 20:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 18, 2026 7:24 PM
It was only a matter of time for Connor Bedard. The Chicago Blackhawks and Bedard agreed to a five-year, $15M AAV contract extension. The deal is a win-win for both…
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Jul 17, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, July 17, 2026 5:34 PM
The Chicago Blackhawks released their 2026-27 season schedule earlier this week (Jul. 16). This is also the first season the NHL is rolling with 84 games on the calendar. Fans…
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Jul 17, 04:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 16, 2026 9:09 PM
The New York Islanders and the NHL announced the 2026-27 regular-season schedule on Thursday. The 84-game schedule is the longest since the 1993-94 season. Here are the must-knows for Islanders…
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Jul 16, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 16, 2026 3:45 PM
The New Jersey Devils unveiled their 2026-27 regular-season schedule on Thursday, marking the first time in league history that all 32 teams will complete an 84-game slate. The Devils’ announcement…
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Jul 15, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 15, 2026 11:49 AM
It’s official: the NHL released the home-opener schedule for all 32 teams on Wednesday morning (July 15). For the first time, the season will begin in September instead of the…
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Jul 15, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 14, 2026 4:30 PM
While the summer is heating up, the Windsor Spitfires continue to focus on the 2026-27 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) season with an important signing on Tuesday. Spitfires’ general manager Bill…
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Jul 14, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 14, 2026 9:55 AM
At the start of NHL Free Agency, the Anaheim Ducks made a handful of acquisitions to their squad, including 29-year-old winger Jeff Malott. He was signed to a three-year contract…
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Jul 12, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 12, 2026 4:40 PM
It took over a month, but the Vancouver Canucks now have a full coaching staff for the 2026-27 season. General manager (GM) Ryan Johnson announced on Friday (June 10) that…
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Jul 11, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 11, 2026 12:25 PM
As the Vancouver Canucks continue to reshape their entire organization, the latest moves suggest this rebuild is about more than simply adding young players. The team appears focused on creating…
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Jul 11, 02:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, July 10, 2026 9:15 PM
The St. Louis Blues are bringing back a familiar face, announcing Friday that the team has re-signed forward Oskar Sundqvist to a one-year, two-way contract. General manager Alexander Steen confirmed…
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Jul 10, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, July 10, 2026 11:49 AM
Debates over great NHL players have been conducted for decades. People have debated over the greatest player to play each position, who the best goal scorer is, and who the…
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Jul 10, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, July 9, 2026 8:15 PM
This week, the Hamilton Hammers unveiled their highly anticipated uniforms and the schedule for the 2026-27 American Hockey League (AHL) season. Hammers Jerseys Revealed On July 7 at TD Coliseum,…
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Jul 08, 20:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 8, 2026 7:39 PM
The Winnipeg Jets and the ECHL’s Bloomington Bison have announced a new affiliation for 2026-27. “I’m thrilled for the next step in growing our organization,” Bison President Andy Zilch said…
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Jul 07, 20:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, July 7, 2026 4:34 PM
Yesterday in Hockey History: July 6 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 8 July 7 is a significant date in National Hockey League history as a pair of signings made it…
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Jul 06, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, July 6, 2026 2:50 PM
As expected, general manager Craig Conroy and the Calgary Flames were quiet on July 1, when the NHL’s free agency window opened. However, they made headlines the day after by…
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Jul 05, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, July 5, 2026 1:45 PM
The speculation surrounding Jason Robertson‘s future with the Dallas Stars may soon take a major turn. According to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, Robertson has indicated that he will file for…
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Jul 04, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, July 4, 2026 1:13 PM
While there are always bright spots when it comes to free-agent signings, the flip side is the signings that do not pan out as well. Over the past 25 years,…
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Jul 04, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, July 3, 2026 6:10 PM
The first day of free agency in the NHL saw quite a bit of movement, and the Wild were a minor part of that, but not what most were expecting.…
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Jul 01, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, July 1, 2026 5:55 PM
Tuesday night was a whirlwind of activity around the Zach Werenski situation. Wednesday became a day of trying to calm the situation down. At least for now, that seems to…
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Jun 30, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 30, 2026 2:00 PM
The Montreal Canadiens have made it clear they want to improve their forward group this offseason. While much of the attention has been focused on finding a second-line centre, adding…
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Jun 30, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, June 29, 2026 11:01 PM
The Florida Panthers have acquired goaltender Akira Schmid from the Vegas Golden Knights. In exchange, the Golden Knights are receiving a third-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft. Panthers Get…
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Jun 29, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, June 29, 2026 9:55 AM
The New Jersey Devils have certainly been busy in the week leading up to free agency. On Tuesday, they parted ways with Simon Nemec and Maxim Tsyplakov, receiving draft picks…
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Jun 28, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 28, 2026 4:29 PM
When you think of the Vancouver Canucks‘ most defining moments, a singular truth shines through each of the team’s three journeys to the Stanley Cup Final. An unyielding, rock-solid, and…
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Jun 27, 06:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, June 26, 2026 11:19 PM
With the 32nd pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Ottawa Senators select Jaxon Cover from the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). About Cover Cover’s story is…
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Jun 26, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, June 26, 2026 4:00 PM
The Buffalo Sabres have acquired defenseman Olen Zellweger from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for Aton Wahlberg and the 45th-overall pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. Anaheim trades Olen…
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Jun 26, 02:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 25, 2026 9:38 PM
On Thursday evening (June 25), the New Jersey Devils announced another trade. The team acquired Amadeus Lombardi from the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for their fourth-round pick (108th overall)…
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Jun 25, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 25, 2026 11:25 AM
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs continue working through complex blue-line trade scenarios, specifically involving Darnell Nurse and Morgan Rielly. Meanwhile, the Carolina Hurricanes…
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Jun 24, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 24, 2026 9:19 PM
The Nashville Predators continue to poach talent from the Colorado Avalanche. They brought in center Jack Drury, Chase Bradley, and a 2029 third-round pick from the Avalanche for prospects Fedor…
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Jun 23, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 23, 2026 4:59 PM
On Tuesday afternoon, the New Jersey Devils announced a blockbuster trade in which defenseman Simon Nemec and forward Maxim Tsyplakov are headed to the Calgary Flames. In exchange, the Devils…
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Jun 22, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, June 22, 2026 5:00 PM
The Edmonton Oilers recently completed another piece of business, extending defender Connor Murphy on a new five-year deal worth $4.1 million annually. The announcement of his extension came just a…
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Jun 22, 04:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 21, 2026 10:15 PM
On Sunday, June 21, the Seattle Kraken extended forward Bobby McMann. Seattle signed him to a six-year deal with an average annual value (AAV) of $5.75 million. McMann had an…
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Jun 21, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 21, 2026 2:58 PM
The Toronto Maple Leafs added some more draft capital to their cupboard for the 2026 NHL Draft after acquiring the Philadelphia Flyers’ 85th overall pick in the Emil Andrae trade. Making…
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Jun 20, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 20, 2026 11:48 AM
Yesterday in Hockey History: June 19 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 21 June 20 has only ever seen three games played, but one of them provided a memorable goal for…
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Jun 20, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, June 19, 2026 4:15 PM
The biggest surprise about the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ June 16 trade with the Philadelphia Flyers wasn’t that Joseph Woll was moved. Once Anthony Stolarz established himself as the team’s starter…
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Jun 19, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, June 19, 2026 9:55 AM
The Montreal Canadiens have spent the last few years building one of the deepest prospect pools in the NHL. With players like Lane Hutson, David Reinbacher and Noah Dobson already…
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Jun 18, 20:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 18, 2026 4:10 PM
With the 2026 NHL Entry Draft coming up and the first bit of NHL offseason activity upon us, I started to think about what a successful offseason would look like…
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Jun 17, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 17, 2026 5:03 PM
The San Jose Sharks have acquired right-handed defenseman Michael Kesselring and the 27th overall draft pick from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for the 20th overall draft pick in this…
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Jun 16, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 16, 2026 3:40 PM
The Vancouver Canucks‘ front office has changed, and the coaching staff is different. Now the question is how the roster itself will slowly be reshaped. Even when the headlines calm…
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Jun 16, 04:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, June 15, 2026 10:15 PM
The St. Louis Blues have completed their assistant coaching staff for the 2026-27 season, officially adding Greg Cronin, Vaclav “Vinny” Prospal, and Jeremy Coupal to Jim Montgomery’s bench group. Elliott…
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Jun 15, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 14, 2026 11:00 PM
How much do players get paid in the playoffs?
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Jun 13, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 13, 2026 2:35 PM
The Vancouver Canucks rebuild is more complicated than it seems on paper. The direction is obvious enough: get younger, get cheaper, and let time do the heavy lifting. In practice,…
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Jun 12, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, June 12, 2026 2:54 PM
The search for a true second-line centre has followed the Montreal Canadiens for years, and despite the club’s deep playoff run, it remains one of the organization’s biggest long-term needs.…
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Jun 11, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 11, 2026 3:15 PM
The Utah Mammoth’s 2025-26 season is officially over. The team finished with a 43-33-6 record, good enough to clinch the first wild card spot in the Western Conference. Despite a…
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Jun 10, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 10, 2026 1:05 PM
After another disappointing campaign that ended well short of Stanley Cup expectations, the New Jersey Devils began the offseason by reshaping their leadership structure, hiring new general manager Sunny Mehta.…
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Jun 09, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 9, 2026 11:45 AM
The Edmonton Oilers coaching search took a dramatic turn on Monday. After firing Kris Knoblauch shortly after the 2025-26 season concluded, it was clear that the Oilers were hoping to…
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Jun 08, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, June 8, 2026 11:35 AM
The 2025-26 season has almost wrapped, but the Buffalo Sabres are already getting a head start on 2026-27. They have a few important decisions to make, one of those being…
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Jun 08, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 7, 2026 6:13 PM
The 2026 NHL Prospect Combine was this past week (June 1-6) in Buffalo, New York. 90 top prospects came together for interviews and fitness testing, for teams to get one…
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Jun 07, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, June 7, 2026 9:35 AM
Another NHL Combine is in the books. The 2026 version certainly had its interesting moments including juicy rumors, crazy questions and much more. With the end of the Combine comes…
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Jun 06, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, June 6, 2026 5:20 PM
The 2026 NHL Combine has concluded and took place in Buffalo, New York, from May 31 to June 6. There’s a ton of storylines coming out of it, from who…
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Jun 05, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, June 5, 2026 4:30 PM
The NHL world got dropped a big bomb when insider Elliotte Friedman reported that Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin requested a trade from the only team he has ever…
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Jun 04, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, June 4, 2026 1:30 PM
2025-26 Team: Moncton Wildcats (QMJHL)Date of Birth: December 30, 2007Place of Birth: Needham, MassachusettsHeight: 6-foot-1, Weight: 190 poundsShoots: RightPosition: RWNHL Draft Eligibility: First Year Eligible Rankings Rian Chudzinski is the…
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Jun 04, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 3, 2026 4:50 PM
Following a close loss Tuesday night, Carolina Hurricanes’ head coach Rod Brind’Amour and a few players met up for media availability between Games 1 and 2 of the Stanley Cup…
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Jun 03, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, June 3, 2026 11:55 AM
The Edmonton Oilers have a big checklist of things to do this offseason. The first still remains finding a new head coach, though there are also plenty of roster adjustments…
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Jun 03, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 2, 2026 4:05 PM
The 2026 NHL Trade Deadline included several rumors that involved Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies. As soon as the deadline came and went, his name was suddenly everywhere. Apparently,…
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Jun 02, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, June 2, 2026 12:00 PM
There’s a funny habit that shows up whenever a young, successful coach gets linked to a big-market NHL job like Toronto. The conversation almost immediately stops being about hockey systems,…
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Jun 01, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, June 1, 2026 9:55 AM
Welcome to June. In other words, welcome to the month in the hockey calendar where the offseason starts heading into overdrive. The Kitchener Rangers have won their third Memorial Cup.…
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May 31, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 31, 2026 6:40 PM
The Chicago Blackhawks are on the verge of losing a forward prospect, as Jack Pridham, as of May 31, has yet to sign his entry-level contract (ELC) with the organization. …
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May 30, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 30, 2026 4:40 PM
It’s probably too early to say that San Jose Sharks forward Collin Graf is one of the NHL’s most underrated players, but it is fair to say that his importance…
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May 29, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, May 29, 2026 3:25 PM
When the IIHF World Championship semifinal game between Canada and Finland takes place, Boston Bruins fans will see some familiar faces. Fraser Minten will compete for Canada while Henri Jokiharju…
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May 29, 02:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 28, 2026 7:07 PM
Another coaching hire has been made among the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s (PWHL) expansion teams. PWHL Detroit announced Thursday morning (May 28) that they have hired Josh Sciba as the…
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May 28, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 28, 2026 11:50 AM
The Chicago Blackhawks, as part of their 2025-26 Centennial Celebration, launched their own personal Hall of Fame, honoring players and individuals who have shaped this storied franchise over the past…
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May 27, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 27, 2026 3:50 PM
The Vegas Golden Knights put on a clinic in shutdown defense on Tuesday night, grinding out a 2-1 victory over the Colorado Avalanche at T-Mobile Arena. Vegas’ goals came from…
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May 26, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 26, 2026 4:48 PM
Teams are always looking for the complete package in prospects when using their top draft picks, but these players have one thing in common: their elite shots. Here are the…
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May 25, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, May 25, 2026 2:45 PM
The Vancouver Canucks are in limbo right now, waiting on a new head coach and trying to figure out what the next version of the franchise will look like. It’s…
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May 24, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 24, 2026 10:55 AM
In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off with the New Jersey Devils and Simon Nemec, who has been at the forefront of trade talks this week. Next, we look…
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May 24, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 23, 2026 5:00 PM
The 2026 NHL Draft is almost a month away. With the Philadelphia Flyers making the playoffs for the first time since 2020, they’ll be picking a bit later than usual,…
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May 23, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 23, 2026 9:05 AM
The Buffalo Sabres had an incredible season in 2025-26, and nothing can take that away from them. No matter how the season ended, and how things may still taste a…
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May 22, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, May 22, 2026 5:40 PM
The Western Conference Final is underway. The Vegas Golden Knights drew first blood by winning Game 1, stealing home-ice advantage and setting up a pivotal Game 2. The team will…
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May 21, 20:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:59 PM
The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering a very pivotal summer. After trading Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights last offseason, the Maple Leafs had a 30-point decline in the…
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May 20, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 20, 2026 5:10 PM
The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are halfway through, and we are down to four teams with two series remaining. The writers at The Hockey Writers have cast their votes on…
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May 19, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 19, 2026 2:00 PM
The Richter scale does not lie, even if hockey traditionalists occasionally do. When the seismograph at Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf registered a 0.5 magnitude tremor following Alex Newhook’s overtime winner on Monday…
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May 19, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, May 18, 2026 11:41 PM
Alex Newhook scored the series-clincher over the Sabres, marking the first time the Canadiens have won in overtime on the road in a Game 7.
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May 18, 12:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, May 18, 2026 11:45 AM
The Colorado Avalanche dispatched the Minnesota Wild in an electric Game 5 comeback, setting the stage for a battle with the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Final. It…
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May 17, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 17, 2026 3:45 PM
The 2026 NHL Draft has loads of playmaking talent. Here are the top five playmakers in this year’s class, all of whom should be picked quite high. 5. Wyatt Cullen,…
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May 17, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 17, 2026 9:55 AM
In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off with the Minnesota Wild and St. Louis Blues, who reportedly had discussions at the trade deadline surrounding Robert Thomas, and the offer…
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May 16, 20:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 16, 2026 4:35 PM
The Columbus Blue Jackets took care of an important piece of business this week. They were able to re-sign center Charlie Coyle to a six-year deal worth $36 million. It…
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May 15, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, May 15, 2026 2:44 PM
This sounds like a crazy idea, but just hear me out. The Toronto Maple Leafs have undergone a lot of change already since the end of their campaign, firing Brad…
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May 14, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 14, 2026 1:49 PM
According to numbers obtained from NHL Records, there have been 1,090 players to win the Stanley Cup, with 467 players (42%) winning it more than once. Interestingly, the further we…
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May 14, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 13, 2026 4:55 PM
The debate around Mitch Marner’s playoff performance with the Vegas Golden Knights has completely taken over the city of Toronto, and it’s time to call it what it is. Yes,…
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May 13, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 13, 2026 9:55 AM
The City of Windsor is about to host some of the best junior hockey players in the world. As the road to the 2027 World Junior Hockey Championship gets underway,…
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May 12, 20:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 12, 2026 5:20 PM
Anaheim Ducks general manager (GM) Pat Verbeek has been named as a finalist for the Jim Gregory Award. The award celebrates the best GM in the league, and Verbeek has…
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May 12, 02:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 12, 2026 12:26 AM
The Minnesota Wild hosted the Colorado Avalanche for Game 4 of their second-round series on Monday evening, May 11. The Wild looked to even the series 2-2 after a huge…
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May 11, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Monday, May 11, 2026 1:58 PM
Without a doubt, former Boston Bruin and current Florida Panthers’ left wing Brad Marchand is one of the most polarizing active players in the National Hockey League. He is at…
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May 11, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Sunday, May 10, 2026 4:20 PM
Nils Bartholdsson 2025-26 Team: Rogle BK (U18/U20 Nationell)Date of Birth: April 25, 2008Place of Birth: Halmstad, SWEHt: 5-foot-11 Wt: 179 poundsShoots: RightPosition: Right WingerNHL Draft Eligibility: 2026 first-year eligible Rankings…
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May 09, 18:00
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The Hockey Writers Saturday, May 9, 2026 5:03 PM
Brady Knowling 2025-26 Team: USA U18 (NTDP)Date of Birth: March 09, 2008Place of Birth: Toronto, Ontario, CanadaHt: 6-foot-5 Wt: 203 poundsCatches: LeftPosition: GNHL Draft Eligibility: 2026 first-year eligible Rankings The…
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May 09, 04:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, May 8, 2026 10:27 PM
For the fifth time in his career, Nathan MacKinnon is a finalist for the NHL’s most prestigious individual honor. The league announced Friday that the Colorado Avalanche forward is one…
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May 08, 16:00
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The Hockey Writers Friday, May 8, 2026 3:55 PM
Connor McDavid, Nikita Kucherov, and Nathan MacKinnon were named finalists for the Hart Trophy on Friday, May 8. McDavid will be seeking his fourth Hart Trophy win, while both Kucherov…
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May 07, 14:00
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The Hockey Writers Thursday, May 7, 2026 1:55 PM
The NHL announced its finalists for the Bill Masterton Trophy on Monday, with Sabres’ defenseman Rasmus Dahlin being one of them, joining Jonathan Toews and Gabriel Landeskog. The Masterton is…
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May 07, 00:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 6, 2026 4:35 PM
In a lot of ways, New Jersey Devils‘ defenseman Simon Nemec made sizeable progress this season towards his ceiling as a #2 overall pick. His 26 points in 68 games…
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May 06, 10:00
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The Hockey Writers Wednesday, May 6, 2026 9:55 AM
It is time for another Vegas Golden Knights’ Playoff Gameday Preview. After some late heroics helped them win Game 1, the Golden Knights will look to put the pressure on…
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May 05, 22:00
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The Hockey Writers Tuesday, May 5, 2026 9:02 PM
The Chicago Blackhawks were guaranteed at least a top-four pick in the NHL Draft for the fourth year in a row. That’s what finishing near the bottom of the standings…
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