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10 Must-Watch Games on the Minnesota Wild 2026-27 Schedule
The NHL offseason had turned somewhat quiet with a few signings here and there until Thursday, July 16, when the NHL schedule was released for each team. It was an…
NHL Rumors: Fantilli Watch, Marner Drama, Tkachuk Exit Obvious
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Columbus Blue Jackets could be vulnerable to a major offer sheet involving Adam Fantilli, Mitch Marner’s agent sheds new light on his rocky tenure…
Mammoth’s Max Pšenička Hungry for More AHL Games After Making Pro Debut
Going into development camp, a lot of the Utah Mammoth prospects only had junior hockey experience. Most of the prospects, like Tij Iginla and Caleb Desnoyers, are expected to get…
3 Reasons the Devils Should Be Optimistic About the 2026-27 Season
The New Jersey Devils enter the 2026-27 season in a much different position than they were just a few months ago. Following a disappointing campaign that fell short of expectations,…
Flames Won’t Win Much This Season and That’s Great News
Another NHL season is just around the corner, which is always an exciting time for hockey fans. Not only do they get to watch some great action they were missing…
New York Rangers’ 3 Best Contracts for 2026-27
The New York Rangers are always a team that tries to spend as close to the salary cap as possible. While they have had issues in the past giving out…
Grading Stars’ 1-Year Extension for Jason Robertson
The Dallas Stars and Jason Robertson have finally agreed to a new contract, as Robertson has signed a one-year deal worth $12 million. This deal makes Robertson an unrestricted free…
Penguins’ 5 Prospects Who Could Climb in 2026-27
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ prospect pool has more recognizable names than it did a few years ago, but the next step is not only about the top of the system. It…
3 NHL Players Comparable to Canucks’ Adam Novotný
While third-overall pick Caleb Malhotra has gotten plenty of buzz, the Vancouver Canucks had a second selection in the first round: Adam Novotný. Novotný is a Czech winger who has…
Montreal Canadiens’ Top 10 Prospects: 2026 Offseason Edition
The Montreal Canadiens continue to boast one of the NHL’s deepest prospect pools. Even after graduating several young players to the NHL over the last few seasons, the organization has…
Suggested Trade Sees Ducks Land Morgan Rielly in Trade With Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs have made a ton of changes this offseason, including adding Sergei Bobrovsky in free agency, acquiring Nick Paul, and making a coaching change with Jim Hiller…
Penguins Miss on Jason Robertson, Puts Dubas’ Pivot in Focus
The Pittsburgh Penguins’ clearest big-swing target is staying put for now. Jason Robertson’s new one-year, $12 million contract to remain with the Dallas Stars does not rule out the possibility…
Today in Hockey History: July 22
Yesterday in Hockey History: July 21 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 23 This date in National Hockey League history has not been the most eventful by any means, but it…
NHL Rumors: Blackhawks Want Kane, Robertson’s Plan, Schaefer Extension
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…
Revisiting the Los Angeles Kings’ Trade for Kevin Fiala
June 29, 2022, will forever be a day that changed the landscape of the Minnesota Wild and Los Angeles Kings franchises. The two teams engaged in a blockbuster trade that…
Revisiting the Canucks & Rangers J.T. Miller Trade
On Jan. 31, 2025, the Vancouver Canucks and New York Rangers made one of the bigger trades of the 2024-25 season. After a lot of drama in Vancouver between J.T.…
NHL Owners: Who Are They?
NHL players are extremely well-known to fans. Even many coaches and general managers are recognized by those who watch the game. But what about the owners? The people who finance…
Projecting the Canadiens’ Opening Night Lines and Pairings for 2026-27
The Montreal Canadiens have assembled one of the deepest rosters they’ve had in years. With young stars continuing to develop, veterans still playing important roles and several roster battles expected…
Penguins Should Target Elias Pettersson in Canucks Trade
The Pittsburgh Penguins have already made one intriguing addition this offseason by signing Andrei Kuzmenko to a one-year contract. Now, another familiar face from Kuzmenko’s past may unexpectedly be entering…
Did the Canadiens Do Enough to Improve in a Ruthless Atlantic Division?
As the calendar turns past the mid-July mark, the euphoria of that deep spring run has given way to cold, hard summer calculations for the Montreal Canadiens organization. General Manager…
NHL’s Metro Division Could Be Full of Surprises This Season
The Carolina Hurricanes and the Pittsburgh Penguins were the highlights of the Metropolitan Division last season. Barring a catastrophe, the Hurricanes will remain at the top of the Metro in…
Kris Russell: The Most Underrated Oilers Blueliner of All Time
The Edmonton Oilers’ organization has a long history of very notable and impactful players. Some of these players are in the Hall of Fame or on their way there, some…
New York Rangers’ Bottom Six Still Has An Eeli Tolvanen Hole
Twenty-two days is a long time for a 27-year-old depth piece to sit as an unrestricted free agent. Teams looked at Eeli Tolvanen, and the New York Rangers were among…
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Chayka, Hiller, Sundin, Alfredsson & New Philosophy
Every offseason brings hope to Toronto. That part never changes. New faces arrive, old frustrations get pushed aside for a while, and fans start convincing themselves that this season might…
Penguins’ 5 Biggest Roster Battles Entering Camp
The Pittsburgh Penguins have more options than they did a few months ago. Training camp has to turn those options into roles. That is where the next phase of the…
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