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Buffalo Sabres’ Worst Trades Ever
Last week we looked at some of the best trades the Buffalo Sabres have made in their history, and while the list was impressive, it raises the question – what…
2009 NHL Draft Top-10: Where Are They Now?
It seems crazy to think that the 2009 NHL draft class, one headlined by John Tavares, took place over a decade ago. Given how long ago it took place, it…
Flames & Maple Leafs Trade History Revisited
The Calgary Flames joined the NHL as the Atlanta Flames in 1972 before moving to Alberta for the start of the 1980 season, becoming the seventh team located north of…
Best Value Free Agent Signings of the 2026 NHL Offseason
The NHL offseason has quieted down as it usually does as we get closer to August. The bulk of free agents, including RFAs, have already signed for the upcoming season.…
Canucks News & Rumours: Åman Leaves, Malhotra Arrives & New Era Begins
There is something interesting happening with the Vancouver Canucks right now. The team is in that difficult stage where it starts moving away from what it had and building toward…
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Duhaime’s Grit & Boudreau’s Biggest Critique
The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a very busy summer, and if there is one thing that stands out, it is that this is not the same team that finished…
Extending With the Mammoth Was a No-Brainer for John Marino
For the past couple of seasons, general manager Bill Armstrong has made it a priority of his to lock down his core players to long-term extensions. Since arriving in Utah,…
Revisiting the Oilers & Blackhawks Duncan Keith Trade
The Chicago Blackhawks and Edmonton Oilers were in different positions following the 2020-21 NHL season. The Blackhawks were looking to retool a squad of both young and old players to…
Capitals’ Cole Hutson and Andrew Cristall Invited to 2026 NHLPA Rookie Showcase
Two members of the Washington Capitals organization have been invited to the 2026 NHLPA Rookie Showcase in Chicago, Illinois, next week. Defenseman Cole Hutson and forward Andrew Cristall are expected…
What’s Standing Between the Golden Knights and Another Stanley Cup?
The Vegas Golden Knights have spent nearly their entire existence proving they belong among the NHL’s elite. Since entering the league in 2017, they’ve reached multiple conference finals, captured the…
3 Breakout Candidates for the San Jose Sharks in 2026-27
The San Jose Sharks surprised many last season with their improvement over 2024-25, but they fell just shy of a playoff berth. Expectations are different heading into 2026-27. San Jose…
5 Young Penguin Player Projections Entering 2026-27
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ youth movement cannot stay theoretical forever. President of hockey operations and general manager Kyle Dubas has added young players, rebuilt parts of the prospect pool, and created…
3 Areas the Kraken Need to Improve Ahead of the 2026-27 Season
The Seattle Kraken entered the offseason determined to take a step forward after another disappointing campaign that left them out of the playoff picture. General manager Jason Botterill has made…
Analyzing & Reacting to Patrick Kane’s Return to the Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Thursday (Jul. 23) that former franchise icon Patrick Kane has inked a two-year contract with the team. For the last several weeks, Kane (as an…
Revisiting Kent Hughes’ Elite Asset Management in the Canadiens’ Sean Monahan Deals
When Kent Hughes took over as general manager of the Montreal Canadiens, one of his biggest priorities was maximizing every asset possible during the rebuild. Few moves better illustrate that…
Canucks Have a Future Star in Zeev Buium
All eyes will be on Vancouver Canucks defenceman Zeev Buium entering the 2026-27 season. It makes sense why, as he was the crown jewel of the Quinn Hughes blockbuster trade.…
Edmonton Oilers History of Danish Hockey Players
In their biggest addition via free agency this offseason, the Edmonton Oilers signed goaltender Frederik Andersen to a one-year contract. Andersen is fresh off winning the Stanley Cup with the…
Flyers Should Take a Chance on Patrik Laine
Three weeks into free agency, Montreal Canadiens free agent forward Patrik Laine is still unsigned, and the North American reports have settled into a loop. He gets attached to a…
3 Maple Leafs Who Could Completely Change the Team’s Outlook in 2026-27
Auston Matthews, Morgan Rielly, and Sergei Bobrovsky all have reasons to rebound in 2026-27. And if they do, the Maple Leafs could look very different from the team that disappointed…
Best NHL Players by Age in 2026-27
Now in the dog days of summer, you’ve probably seen NHL players be ranked once or twice. It’s a fun exercise, but it doesn’t tell us one thing: which player…
Penguins’ Possible Anniversary Jersey Should Lean Into History
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…
Blues’ New Jersey Numbers & Who Wore Them in the Past
On Wednesday, the St. Louis Blues announced their newest jersey numbers. Brandon Carlo will wear #25, Ross Johnston will wear #49, Connor McMichael will wear #77, and Mason McTavish will…
Today in Hockey History: July 23
Yesterday in Hockey History: July 22 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 24 A pair of “Original 6” National Hockey League rivals made a one-sided trade on this date. Also, July…
Revisiting the Edmonton Oilers’ Disastrous 1990 Draft
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…
Pittsburgh Penguins’ 10 Best Defensemen in Team History
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…
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