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Nemec & Bahl Emerging as Reliable Top Pairing For Flames
The Calgary Flames marked their fourth straight victory and their fifth in six games after a 5-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday night. After the game, head…
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 28
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 27 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 29 This date in NHL history has had some great moments on both the East and West Coasts and…
Takeaways From Predators’ 5-4 Shootout Loss vs. Islanders
The Nashville Predators (4-3-5) suffered another post-regulation defeat on Tuesday, a 5-4 shootout loss to the New York Islanders (6-4-2). The Predators lead the league in overtime/shootout losses with five,…
Elias Lindholm Excelling in New Role With Bruins
When the Boston Bruins signed Elias Lindholm to a seven-year contract worth $54.25 million, the team was aiming to bolster their center depth by bringing in a career top-six center…
Revisiting the Oilers’ Chris Pronger Trade 20 Years Ago
On July 3, 2006, I was in my car listening to Bob Stauffer and Mark Spector on Team 1260 in Edmonton when they announced that Chris Pronger was being traded…
Revisiting the Islanders and Canucks Bo Horvat Trade
Jan. 30 was the anniversary of the Vancouver Canucks sending Bo Horvat to the New York Islanders in exchange for Anthony Beauvillier, Aatu Raty, and a protected 2023 first-round draft…
History of the Florida Panthers Captains
If you find yourself wearing a big “C” on your sweater, you can assume that you have reached the pinnacle of individual hockey success. Being named team captain is an…
Devils News & Rumors: Hellebuyck’s Debut, Western Road Trip Continues, & More
In less than a week, the New Jersey Devils have become one of the most talked about teams in the league. It started by sweeping their most recent homestand, led…
New York Sirens’ 2025-26 Report Cards: Kristyna Kaltounkova
The 2025-26 Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) season was a roller coaster for the New York Sirens. The team was sitting strong in a playoff spot by the midseason point, but their late-season…
Blue Jackets’ Youth Producing After 10 Games While Waiting for Depth Scoring to Arrive
The Columbus Blue Jackets were in control of things after 20 minutes of play Tuesday night. They scored more goals (3) than the Philadelphia Flyers had shots (2) in the…
Canucks News & Rumours: Lekkerimäki’s Late Magic, Losing Streak Ends & Hronek Scores the Winner
The Vancouver Canucks finally have something to smile about. After 10 straight losses, they rallied from a three-goal deficit in the third period Tuesday night to beat the Anaheim Ducks…
Paul Maurice Stands Out Among Panthers Coaches
Throughout the Florida Panthers’ history, the organization has had countless distinguished coaches, from those who found success with the team to those who became iconic elsewhere, and even those in…
3 Takeaways From the Blues’ 2-0 Loss to the Canadiens
The St. Louis Blues suffered their second consecutive shutout Tuesday night, falling 2-0 to the Montreal Canadiens at Enterprise Center. After losing 4-0 to the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, the…
4 Takeaways From Devils’ 5-1 Win Over Stars
On Tuesday, Oct. 27, the New Jersey Devils began their three-game West Coast road trip. Heading into this game against the Dallas Stars, the Devils were looking to extend their…
3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 2-0 Win Over the Sharks
Despite playing .500 hockey, the Buffalo Sabres entered Tuesday night’s game at the bottom of the Atlantic. They very much need to have a strong West Coast road trip, beginning…
3 Takeaways From Flyers’ Inadequate 4-3 OT Loss to Blue Jackets
When the Philadelphia Flyers blew 2-0 and 3-2 leads in a 5-4 loss to the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday, head coach Rick Tocchet thought his team got a bit too…
3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 3-1 Win Over the Mammoth
The Minnesota Wild finished their five-game road trip on Tuesday night, Oct. 27, against the Utah Mammoth. Their lineup remained the same as their last game, which was a win…
Maple Leafs’ Cowan Showing He’s Capable of Being a Top Line Player
Last season, it was a feeling out process for Toronto Maple Leafs forward Easton Cowan. He made the roster out of camp as a rookie and had his high and…
Rangers’ Adam Fox Off to a Great Start
The New York Rangers got off to a 7-3-1 start this season, but they have now lost three games in a row in regulation. They have allowed 18 goals during…
Senators Prospect Dmitry Isayev on His Development, Pavel Datsyuk, & NHL Aspirations
At 19, Dmitry Isayev is one of the most productive young forwards in the Russian junior league. As such, the Ottawa Senators called his name at the 2025 NHL Draft,…
Flames’ Joel Farabee Excelling in Blake Coleman’s Absence
After starting the season with five0straight losses, the Calgary Flames have won five of their last six. Many players have stepped up — Joel Farabee in particular — who leads…
Devils’ Gameday Preview: Connor Hellebuyck Set to Make His Debut
On Tuesday, Oct. 27, the New Jersey Devils will begin their three-game road trip in Dallas, facing off against the Stars in the first matchup of a back-to-back. The club…
Dustin Wolf’s Future as Flames’ No. 1 Goalie Starting to Look Murky
The Calgary Flames have turned things around after a slow start to the season, as a 5-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday night marked their fourth consecutive…
3 Keys to the Sabres Having a Successful California Road Trip
The Buffalo Sabres have a pedestrian 4-4-3 record to start the season, with 11 points and sitting last in the Atlantic Division. On the bright side, they have earned points…
What Jeff Blashill’s Past Says About His Failures With the Blackhawks
When the Chicago Blackhawks fired Luke Richardson during the 2024-25 season, fans knew the next hire had to be “the one.” With Connor Bedard on the rise and other young…
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