
NHL Teams
- Sep 21, 2023 Ducks open training camp with new faces and missing ones
OC Register Trevor Zegras, Jamie Drysdale and Mason MacTavish are unavailable as camp begins, but established players, tryout invitees and others get a chance to make a first impression on new Coach Greg Cronin.
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 18, 2023 Ducks flash their depth in strong showing at Rookie Faceoff
OC Register Fourteen of the 21 skaters who dressed scored at least one point during their three tournament games, providing a testament to the balance of a group with high long-term expectations.
Sep 18, 2023 - Sep 17, 2023 Jersey Fowl
Anaheim Calling Folks, we need to talk about the Ducks’ jerseys, specifically the placement of the leadership letters. Because, I have to say, what the hell is this? I don’t know if I have ever seen a more upsetting collection of patches than this. Anaheim announced this summer that they had procured a jersey sponsor back in […]
Sep 17, 2023 - Sep 13, 2023 Ducks rookie camp loaded with several blue-chippers
OC Register Three first-round picks from the past two drafts will be showcased Thursday in Irvine ahead of this weekend's Rookie Faceoff tournament in Nevada
Sep 13, 2023
- Sep 13, 2023 Arizona Coyotes have sunnier outlook coming into 2023 NHL training camp
rssfeeds.azcentral.com The Coyotes haven't been to the postseason for a few years, but this year's team feels like a step in the right direction.
Sep 13, 2023 - Sep 6, 2023 Arizona Coyotes extend general manager Bill Armstrong in multi-year deal
rssfeeds.azcentral.com The Coyotes continued their commitment to the current organization and extended general manager Bill Armstrong through the 2028-29 season.
Sep 6, 2023 - Sep 5, 2023 Domestic violence charges dropped against Arizona Coyotes minority owner
rssfeeds.azcentral.com The domestic violence charges against Andrew Barroway, Arizona Coyotes minority owner, have been dropped.
Sep 5, 2023 - Aug 23, 2023 Coyotes solidify head coach André Tourigny's place in rebuild with 3-year extension
rssfeeds.azcentral.com Now in his third season with the Coyotes, coach André Tourigny is pleased in the direction the team is going and will be extended for three more years.
Aug 23, 2023
- Sep 22, 2023 The Bruins’ special teams will be key to their success
Causeway Crowd Going into the 2023-24 season, the Boston Bruins are looking for similar success to last season. They won’t be going into the season with the expectations of winning the President’s Trophy by 22 points (although it would be nice if they did), but they’re looking to have a similarly consistent season in terms of production […] The Bruins’ special teams will be key to their success - Causeway Crowd - Causeway Crowd - A Boston Bruins Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 22, 2023 Obscure former Boston Bruins: Malcolm Subban
Causeway Crowd After Zane McIntyre became the first goalie to be the subject of an obscure former Bruins piece, we go back to the goalie crease with today’s subject, Malcolm Subban, who started his career with the Bruins. Malcolm Subban was chosen in the first round of the 2012 NHL Draft, with the Bruins taking him with […] Obscure former Boston Bruins: Malcolm Subban - Causeway Crowd - Causeway Crowd - A Boston Bruins Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 22, 2023 2023 Player Ratings: Charlie McAvoy and Hampus Lindholm were pillars on the blueline
Stanley Cup of Chowder Photo by Winslow Townson/ Good and good. Hampus Lindholm in 2023 80 GP, 10G, 43A, 53PTS, 23:11 ATOI, 53.7 CF% (5v5), 46.1 oZS% (5v5) Reader rating: 8.2 Writer rating: 7.6 Charlie McAvoy in 2023 67 GP, 7G, 45A, 52PTS, 22:18 ATOI, 53.8 CF% (5v5), 56.2 oZS% (5v5) Reader rating: 8.4 Writer rating: 7.6 There are plenty of question marks facing the Bruins heading into the 2023-2024 season. How will they replace last season’s top-two centers? Will the glut of bottom-six forwards work out? Can any youngsters step up? There are also plenty of things in the Bruins’ favor:...
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 22, 2023 Morning Skate: Feelings
Stanley Cup of Chowder Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports Lots of them, folks. Happy Friday, folks! Training camp continues for the Bruins today, with one group practicing at 10 AM and the second group practicing at 12 PM. The B’s will have another split-squad practice on Saturday, followed by the preseason opener against the New York Rangers at 5 PM on Sunday at TD Garden. Thus far, the biggest news from Bruins training camp has been Brad Marchand’s captaincy, as things have been relatively uneventful (and that’s not a bad thing) otherwise. Along with running this site, I have the...
Sep 22, 2023
- Sep 21, 2023 Contract talks intensifying for Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power
Times Herald BUFFALO – Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams said contract talks for defensemen Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power have become “more intense, more frequent” over the last week. “I was on the phone with both of their agents for a long time late last night,” Adams said this morning in KeyBank Center, where training camp opens today. “… No update on where we’re at. I don’t think it’s necessarily healthy to get into details, especially when ... Read the full article The post Contract talks intensifying for Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin, Owen Power first appeared on Buffalo Hockey Beat.
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 21, 2023 Training Camp Begins
Die By The Blade The boys are officially back in town! Buffalo Sabres players reported to KeyBank Center for training camp earlier this week, and now it’s time for things to really kick off. The team hosts a Blue & Gold scrimmage on Saturday before their first preseason game Sunday afternoon in Washington. Here’s the full training camp roster: […]
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 12, 2023 Sabres’ 2023 Prospects Challenge roster features five first-round picks
Times Herald Five first-round picks, including forwards Jiri Kulich and Matt Savoie, are among the 25 youngsters listed on the Buffalo Sabres’ roster for the upcoming Prospects Challenge rookie tournament. Kulich and Savoie, two of the Sabres’ three first-round selections in 2022, are expected to compete for NHL spots during training camp. The roster, released Tuesday, also features three other first-round picks: wingers Zach Benson and Isak Rosen and defenseman Ryan Johnson. The Sabres open the tournament ... Read the full article The post Sabres’ 2023 Prospects Challenge roster features five...
Sep 12, 2023 - Sep 11, 2023 Watch: Sabres prospect Zach Benson scores hat trick
Times Herald A day ago, we showed you Zach Benson’s sizzling preseason goal for the Wenatchee Wild. What did the slick Buffalo Sabres prospect do for an encore Sunday? Well, he scored three times, including the overtime winner, in Wenatchee’s 4-3 exhibition victory over the Everett Silvertips. Check out the winger’s hat trick below. Benson, the 13th overall pick this year, will be front and center later this week during the Prospects Challenge rookie tournament the ... Read the full article The post Watch: Sabres prospect Zach Benson scores hat trick first appeared on Buffalo Hockey Beat.
Sep 11, 2023
- Sep 22, 2023 Flames Have Plenty of Options in Net
The Hockey Writers Do the Calgary Flames have too much of a good thing in their goaltending situation? A goaltending platoon is currently viewed as the way to go in the NHL, and…
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 19, 2023 Flames Takeaways From Penticton Young Stars Classic
The Hockey Writers The Calgary Flames finished well in the Young Stars Classic, earning a 4-2 win over the Winnipeg Jets. The win brought their record to 2-1 for the weekend, as they…
Sep 19, 2023 - Sep 16, 2023 Lindholm Changes Mind About Staying With Flames
The Hockey Writers Although Elias Lindholm was drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes and started his career there, in his time with the Calgary Flames, the Swedish forward says he has come to love…
Sep 16, 2023 - Sep 9, 2023 Revisiting the Flames’ 2017-18 Prospect Pool
The Hockey Writers In 2017-18, the Calgary Flames had a prospect pool that was highly regarded around the NHL. They seemed to have drafted well in previous years, and the future looked bright.…
Sep 9, 2023
- Sep 20, 2023 Storm Advisory 9/20/23: NHL Daily News, Links and Roundup
Canes Country James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports Jordan Martinook becomes a Rockstar, Tony DeAngelo talks about his exit from Philly, plus a new way to watch NHL games this season Storm Advisory The Carolina Hurricanes have announced their training camp roster. [Canes] Takeaways from the 2023 Southeast Rookie Showcase. [Canes] Jalen Chatfield joined 99.9 The Fan to discuss his off-season and his journey to the NHL: Jack Drury is ready to be an NHL mainstay for the Carolina Hurricanes. [THN] Tony DeAngelo on what went wrong in Philadelphia, and his ‘reset’ in Carolina. [The...
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 14, 2023 Hurricanes’ Bertuzzi Looking to Further Pro Career at Rookie Camp
The Hockey Writers The Carolina Hurricanes rookie team is heading down to Florida on Sept. 14. They’ll compete in the Southeast Rookie Showcase, so seeing what the youth looks like in the system…
Sep 14, 2023 - Sep 13, 2023 Storm Advisory 9/13/23: NHL Daily News, Links and Roundup
Canes Country Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via The Canes add more forwards, Andrew Ladd hangs up the skates, and Carey Price delivers a bleak injury update Storm Advisory The ice has returned to PNC Arena: The fastest-working ice crew in hockey pic.twitter.com/ndFKI4gSpW— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) September 8, 2023 The Carolina Hurricanes have signed a couple more forwards to PTO’s: The #Canes have signed forwards Kieffer Bellows and Jayden Halbgewachs to professional tryouts.The two join Cory Conacher, Brendan Perlini, Nick Shore, and defenseman Nathan Beaulieu as...
Sep 13, 2023 - Sep 5, 2023 Storm Advisory 9/6/23: NHL Daily News, Links and Roundup
Canes Country Photo by Elsa/ Jordan Martinook hits the diamond, Martin Necas discusses Erik Haula’s bracelet choices, plus the NHL releases its national TV schedule Storm Advisory The Durham Bulls held their annual Carolina Hurricanes theme night and while many members of the Canes were there, Jordan Martinook stole the show: Nothing but fun with this crew pic.twitter.com/I1M9OTPdMz— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) September 2, 2023 Marty Man brought the absolute heat pic.twitter.com/lDQlPXKVjn— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) September 1, 2023 Enjoy Marty on the mic...
Sep 5, 2023
- 16 hours ago 4 things we learned from Chicago Blackhawks training camp, including Kevin Korchinski trying to avoid ‘risky’ business
Chicago Tribune Young, gifted Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Kevin Korchinski must be careful not to overplay the offensive zone. What we learned from Day 2 of training camp Friday.
16 hours ago - Sep 21, 2023 What we learned at Day 1 of Chicago Blackhawks camp, including Connor Bedard ‘champing at the bit to get out there’
Chicago Tribune On Day 1 of Chicago Blackhawks training camp, newcomer Nick Foligno already has had a heavy influence on rookie Connor Bedard.
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 21, 2023 Blackhawks Bits: News and notes from the first day of training camp
Second City Hockey There’s a lot. Let’s get right to it. The first news of the day involved a front-office departure, as assistant GM Jeff Greenberg is headed back to baseball: Greenberg joined the Blackhawks after spending a decade in the front office of the Chicago Cubs and, as Ben Pope of the Sun-Times pointed out on Twitter, […]
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 21, 2023 Photos: Chicago Blackhawks training camp
Chicago Tribune Photos from Chicago Blackhawks' 2023 training camp at Fifth Third Arena.
Sep 21, 2023
- 22 hours ago Sights and Sounds: Training Camp Day Two
Mile High Hockey No stars, no problems. The second day of training camp for the Colorado Avalanche started with the second group rather than the first. This included a mix up of lines with the absence of Nathan MacKinnon, who is in Halifax for his jersey retirement Friday night, and it is unknown if he will be back for Saturday’s session. #Avs Training Camp groups for Day 2 pic.twitter.com/aDZlxXVx4U— Meghan Angley (@megangley) September 22, 2023 Regardless, the second group hosted a lot of AHL-caliber players, and played like it too. However, Riley Tufte stood out in particular from...
22 hours ago - Sep 21, 2023 Sights and Sounds: Training Camp Day One
Mile High Hockey Strong start with a loss of a star for a day. Day one of Colorado Avalanche training camp marked the start of the hockey season for the main NHL guys and several AHL players as well. However, it already came with some consequences and mid-season form of injuries coming into camp with the absences of stars like Cale Makar. Avs injuries, per Bednar.Cogliano will participate in camp, likely won't play preseason.Manson will skate tomorrow, not 100% though.Francouz lower body, won't skateMakar won't start camp, he's considered day to dayWagner ruptured achillesFoudy not cleared...
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 21, 2023 5 Burning Questions for Training Camp
Mile High Hockey Photo by RJ Sangosti/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via What we are look out for as the Avalanche hit the ice for the first time. It’s the most exciting time of year and the official kickoff to the Colorado Avalanche 2023-24 season. The first step in getting to that season opener in Los Angeles on October 11 is starting the grind with three days of training camp starting today, September 21. The preseason will be upon us quickly with the first game on Sunday, September 24 at 1 p.m. against the Minnesota Wild. With that here are five questions hopefully answered in...
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog on mend from knee surgery
Sportsnet.ca Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog sees a much clearer path back to the ice even if he’s not expected to play this season.
Sep 20, 2023
- Sep 22, 2023 Five Bold Predictions for the 2023-24 Columbus Blue Jackets
Union and Blue This week in our Friday Feature, we’re getting bold. Five times, in fact, with our five bold predictions for the 2023-24 Columbus Blue Jackets. After a year where the team finished 31st in the overall standings, the season begins with a lot of new hope. They’ll have a new head coach, revamped their defense, and even […] Five Bold Predictions for the 2023-24 Columbus Blue Jackets - Union and Blue - Union and Blue - A Columbus Blue Jackets Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 21, 2023 Columbus Blue Jackets: Six Players At Risk of Losing Their Spots
Union and Blue Yesterday, we touched on six top prospects and their odds of making the Columbus Blue Jackets ahead of the season opener. Today, we’ll look at six players at risk of losing their jobs at training camp. We’ll kick things off with probably the most contentious of our choices: center Jack Roslovic. It’s not that he’s […] Columbus Blue Jackets: Six Players At Risk of Losing Their Spots - Union and Blue - Union and Blue - A Columbus Blue Jackets Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 Paul Bissonnette Was Right About Babcock, And We Should Thank Him
Union and Blue Now that the dust has begun to settle on the Mike Babcock explosion in Columbus, it’s time to move ahead and focus on the season. But we have one final piece of business to take care of. We owe an apology to Paul Bissonnette and the Spittin Chiclets podcast. When they broke the news of […] Paul Bissonnette Was Right About Babcock, And We Should Thank Him - Union and Blue - Union and Blue - A Columbus Blue Jackets Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 Six Top Prospects Who Might Make the Columbus Blue Jackets
Union and Blue Training camp starts this morning for teams around the NHL. The Blue Jackets will have off-ice testing and physicals today, with on-ice drills kicking off tomorrow. With 73 players attending training camp this month, there is a lot to work through for the club as they work to build a 23 man roster before the […] Six Top Prospects Who Might Make the Columbus Blue Jackets - Union and Blue - Union and Blue - A Columbus Blue Jackets Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Sep 20, 2023
- Sep 22, 2023 Miro Heiskanen Wants To Be Best NHL Defenseman
Defending Big D When the NHL did their European player tour over the summer, Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiksanen served notice: he’s coming for the title of best defenseman in the league. “[The Norris Trophy is] one thing I really want to win,” he told NHL.com’s Dan Rosen. “I want to be the best defenseman in the NHL.” As […]
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 19, 2023 National Media Taking Notice of the Stars
Defending Big D The Dallas Stars in 2023-24 are a legitimate Stanley Cup contender. Don’t believe it? Just take a look at the stock that the NHL’s major network partners (ESPN and Turner) have invested in the Stars. The 13-game national broadcast schedule is indicating that the Dallas Stars have earned the respect of the national media, and […]
Sep 19, 2023 - Sep 18, 2023 Dallas Stars end Traverse City Tournament with 6-3 Victory
Defending Big D Dallas Stars Lineup Matthew Seminoff (43) – Mavrik Bourque (22)(A) – Matěj Blümel (25)(A)Antonio Stranges (71) – Logan Stankoven (11) – Chase Wheatcroft (48)Francesco Arcuri (54) – Oskar Bäck (37)(C) – Kyle McDonald (40)Justin Ertel (62) – Brad Gardiner (45) – Angus MacDonell (46) Jacob Murray (67) – Christian Kyrou (38)Gavin White (74) – Artem […]
Sep 18, 2023 - Sep 15, 2023 Dallas Stars Drop 5-1 Decision to Toronto Maple Leafs in Traverse City
Defending Big D Dallas Stars Lineup Matthew Seminoff (43) – Logan Stankoven (11) – Matěj Blümel (25)(A)Antonio Stranges (71) – Mavrik Bourque (22)(A) – Kyle McDonald (40)Francesco Arcuri (54) – Brad Gardiner (45) – Chase Wheatcroft (48)Ben Berard (60) – Angus MacDonell (46) – Keaton Mastrodonato (49)Justin Ertel (62) Ben Zloty (52) – Gavin White (74)Jacob Murray (67) […]
Sep 15, 2023
- Sep 22, 2023 Red Wings Prospect Rankings: #6 Carter Mazur
The Hockey Writers Carter Mazur has been a shining star in the Detroit Red Wings’ prospect for a few years now. The team has done a good job overall with their picks early…
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 21, 2023 3 Red Wings Who Need to Step Up In 2023-24
The Hockey Writers Steve Yzerman’s goal is for the Detroit Red Wings to improve year after year. It will require a team effort to do so in 2023-24. Related: Red Wings’ New Additions:…
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 Do The Red Wings Have A Goalie Battle?
Winging It In Motown Is a back-up battle brewing?
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 Red Wings Prospect Rankings: #8 Trey Augustine
The Hockey Writers The Detroit Red Wings made three selections in the second round of the 2023 Draft, and Trey Augustine was my favorite by far. He was dominant for the USA U18…
Sep 20, 2023
- 4 hours ago Oilers: Beau Akey Will Make Team By 2025-26 Season
The Hockey Writers The Edmonton Oilers got a steal of a player when they drafted defenseman Beau Akey out of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) after a remarkable stint with the Barrie Colts.…
4 hours ago - Sep 20, 2023 3 Predictions for Oilers’ Dylan Holloway in 2023-24
The Hockey Writers Edmonton Oilers’ forward Dylan Holloway has the potential to be a difference-maker this season with his blend of size, speed, and skill. His team will count on him to provide…
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 Oilers’ Connor Brown Has Point to Prove In 2023-24 Season
The Hockey Writers The Edmonton Oilers are more than ready to contend for a Stanley Cup in the 2023-24 season. They didn’t make too many moves in the offseason and instead decided to…
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 16, 2023 Craig MacTavish Believes Oilers Are NHL’s Best Team
The Hockey Writers Former Edmonton Oilers player, coach and general manager Craig MacTavish reminds me of those old E.F. Hutton commercials with the slogan “When EF Hutton talks, people listen.” MacTavish is a…
Sep 16, 2023
- Sep 20, 2023 Matthew Tkachuk is back and ready to go as Panthers are set to open training camp
South Florida Sun-Sentinel The Eastern Conference champion Florida Panthers have their first win of the season — their leading scorer is ready for Thursday’s start of training camp. The facial scruff is in place, the collar has been ripped off his team-issued T-shirt and he has pronounced himself ready to go.
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 19, 2023 Florida Panthers arena gets new name once again
South Florida Sun-Sentinel For the sixth time in the venue's 25-year history, the Florida Panthers' arena will once again have a new name.
Sep 19, 2023 - Sep 13, 2023 ‘My motivation’: Senators’ Brady Tkachuk wants to match Matthew’s success with Panthers
Sportsnet.ca Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk joins Ken Reid to discuss how his brother Matthew’s Stanley Cup Finals run with the Florida Panthers motivates him, why he thinks the Senators are underrated, and more.
Sep 13, 2023 - Sep 13, 2023 Panthers Should Benefit With Return of Sports Betting
The Hockey Writers The Florida Panthers look to get back into the Stanley Cup Final this season after losing it last season to the Vegas Golden Knights. This upcoming season, they may gain…
Sep 13, 2023
- Sep 22, 2023 Golden Knights prepare to defend title, look to fill lone position up for grabs in training camp
Knights On Ice The Vegas Golden Knights were back on the ice on Thursday for Day 1 of training camp just three months after hoisting the first Stanley Cup in franchise history. The Golden Knights will look to defend their title as repeat champions, and they will do so with most of the same lineup that clinched the […]
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 18, 2023 Vegas Golden Knights 2023-24 Preview
Knights On Ice The Vegas Golden Knights have been one of the league’s most successful regular season teams since entering the league, and heading into the 2022-23 season they were motivated by just missing the playoffs the season prior. It was a team that knew they would have a healthy Jack Eichel to start the season, and overall […]
Sep 18, 2023 - Sep 15, 2023 Vegas Golden Knights Rookie Faceoff Stream Begins at 7pm
Knights On Ice Tonight the Vegas Golden Knights will square off against the Anaheim Ducks in a rookie faceoff showcase. FORWARDS: Jakub Brabenec, Brendan Brisson, Mathieu Cataford, Ty Cheveldayoff, Daniel D’Amato, Jakub Demek, Robbie Fromm-Delorme, Patrick Guay, Jordan Gustafson, Ben Hemmerling, Bear Hughes, Jett Jones, Simon Pinard, Mason Primeau, Matyas Sapovaliv, Alex Swetlikoff, Tuomas Uronen DEFENSEMEN: Layton Ahac, […]
Sep 15, 2023
- 9 hours ago Keller, Cooley score as Coyotes take down Kings in Global Series
Sportsnet.ca Clayton Keller scored the first NHL goal Down Under as the Arizona Coyotes beat the Los Angeles Kings 5-3 in Game 1 of the Global Series in Melbourne, Australia.
9 hours ago - 9 hours ago NHL Global Series Highlights: Coyotes 5, Kings 3
Sportsnet.ca Logan Cooley scored a highlight-reel goal in an action-packed second period as the Arizona Coyotes opened the 2023 NHL Global Series with a 5-3 win over the Los Angeles Kings in Melbourne.
9 hours ago - 11 hours ago Australian-born Spence sets up Kempe for Kings’ first goal in Melbourne
Sportsnet.ca Watch as Australian-born defenceman Jordan Spence delivers a perfect pass to Adrian Kempe who buries the Los Angeles Kings’ first goal in the NHL Global Series, cutting their deficit to the Arizona Coyotes in half.
11 hours ago - 11 hours ago Coyotes’ Cooley dances his way through Kings defenders before finding the top corner
Sportsnet.ca Watch as Arizona Coyotes forward Logan Cooley shows of his body control by spinning around a Los Angeles Kings defender and finding a way to get the puck up over Phoenix Copley to give his team a 4-1 lead.
11 hours ago
- Sep 21, 2023 Kirill Kaprizov and Wild kick off training camp: 'I'm ready'
Minneapolis Star-Tribune All-Star winger Kirill Kaprizov spent the Wild offseason traveling and learning more English. He and his teammates hope to improve on last season's first-round playoff exit.
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 Five Wild story lines to watch as training camp begins Thursday
Minneapolis Star-Tribune Rebuilding a streaky power play, establishing defensive pairings and battles around the edge of the roster will define the preseason.
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 3, 2023 Remembering the Wild’s 2007-08 Five-Captain Season
The Hockey Writers In the annals of NHL history, the 2007-08 season stands out as a unique and intriguing chapter for the Minnesota Wild. While the captaincy in hockey often symbolizes leadership, direction,…
Sep 3, 2023 - Sep 2, 2023 Minnesota Wild Player Milestones to Watch for in 2023-24
The Hockey Writers With a new season nearly upon us, players on every team will be hitting career milestones, and the Minnesota Wild are no different. Almost every player on the roster will…
Sep 2, 2023
- 3 hours ago Montreal Canadiens: Who’s Roster Spot Does Tanner Pearson Take?
A Winning Habit When Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes shipped out Mike Hoffman and Rem Pitlick over the summer, he appeared to be clearing the logjam at the forward position to open up some spots for the influx of young talent coming up the pipeline. So understandably the news that the Canadiens had acquired 31 year old […] Montreal Canadiens: Who’s Roster Spot Does Tanner Pearson Take? - A Winning Habit - A Winning Habit - A Montreal Canadiens Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
3 hours ago - 5 hours ago Montreal Canadiens: Emil Heineman Has Golden Opportunity To Make Habs
A Winning Habit The Montreal Canadiens entered training camp with a lot of the same faces in place. There were no coaching or managerial changes that were significant in the offseason, and some minor roster tinkering took place but nothing substantial. Mike Hoffman and Rem Pitlick were traded but they were not expected to play big roles this […] Montreal Canadiens: Emil Heineman Has Golden Opportunity To Make Habs - A Winning Habit - A Winning Habit - A Montreal Canadiens Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
5 hours ago - 7 hours ago Montreal Canadiens: Six Interesting Line Combinations During Inter-squad Games
A Winning Habit Montreal Canadiens inter-squad games on Thursday marked the Habs brass’ first time to see new faces blended in with some regulars. First-round picks played together, giving a first glimpse into the potential of high picks meshing together for the future. It can be taken with a grain of salt; as it was just the first […] Montreal Canadiens: Six Interesting Line Combinations During Inter-squad Games - A Winning Habit - A Winning Habit - A Montreal Canadiens Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
7 hours ago - 17 hours ago Montreal Canadiens: Chris Wideman Injury Clears Up Murky Defense Picture
A Winning Habit The Montreal Canadiens played a lot of rookies on the blue line last season. Some of that was fully deserved, and a little bit of it was due to circumstance. With veterans like Joel Edmundson missing significant time with injury and Mike Matheson also seeing an injury linger for a long period of time, there […] Montreal Canadiens: Chris Wideman Injury Clears Up Murky Defense Picture - A Winning Habit - A Winning Habit - A Montreal Canadiens Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
17 hours ago
- Sep 19, 2023 2023-24 Predators Defense Preview: Room to grow
On the Forecheck We’re shorthanded this week, so Bryan Pyrtle of our sister site Category Five Hockey has kindly stepped in with a great breakdown of what the Preds have to offer on the blue line–always a hot topic. Despite a lackluster season on offense, Nashville produced one of the league’s better defensive units in 2022-23. Now the […]
Sep 19, 2023 - Sep 18, 2023 2023-24 Predators Goaltending Preview: A rock-solid foundation
On the Forecheck The Nashville Predators are turning over a new leaf under new General Manager Barry Trotz, but there's one position that is both ready for the present AND future, and that's goaltending. Nobody can do it alone, and while Juuse Saros played more regular season hockey than anyone else in the NHL last year, Bryan takes a look at the backup position and pipeline as we look ahead to the new season.
Sep 18, 2023 - Sep 10, 2023 Predators Top-10 Prospects Heading Into the 2023-24 Season
The Hockey Writers The Nashville Predators prospect pool is slowly shaping up to be among the NHL’s best. They have a healthy amount of talent expected to play in the NHL soon, with…
Sep 10, 2023 - Sep 3, 2023 5 Must-Watch Predators Games for the 2023-24 Season
The Hockey Writers The NHL schedule is released, tickets are on sale, and Nashville Predators hockey is on the horizon. With the 2023-24 season swiftly approaching, fans will try to cram in as many games…
Sep 3, 2023
- 1 hour ago Odds of Getting Off to a Good Start
All About The Jersey Photo by Jaylynn Nash/ With expectations as high as they’ve been in over a decade, the New Jersey Devils would greatly benefit from a strong start. How does the schedule look early on? Coming off of a fantastic season last year, and with the excitement higher than it has been in over a decade, it is important for the New Jersey Devils to get off to a good start this season. With high levels of excitement, and with a team trending upwards, it leads to high levels of expectations for success. And when a team gets off to a slow start after having high expectations, it...
1 hour ago - 22 hours ago FanFirst Friday: HYPE Edition
All About The Jersey ZOMG these two are about to take the ice for more than just one regular season game. Pinch me. | Photo by Josh Lavallee/NHLI via Seeing the Devils come back to the Rock this week, even for media day and their first practice has me absolutely giddy. There’s so much to go over this week that it finally feels like my eternal Summer of discontent is finally over. But the biggest news is camp has officially opened for the New Jersey Devils. No more attempting to analyze which prospects that could, maybe, someday possibly make a difference with the NHL club. And I’m as...
22 hours ago - Sep 22, 2023 Putting One or Even Two Rookies on the New Jersey Devils Blueline May Not Be a Big Risk
All About The Jersey Already running down Luke Hughes? | Photo by Jaylynn Nash/ Luke Hughes and Simon Nemec are young, inexperienced defensemen and both of them could make the New Jersey Devils. Plus, Kevin Bahl also has less than 100 NHL games played and he could be a regular. Is this a big deal? This post goes in length as to why it may not be. The New Jersey Devils pre-season is upon us. Training camp began yesterday with scrimmages and practices. Exhibition games begin on Monday for the Devils with a split-squad game in Montreal and in Newark against Philadelphia. Content about the...
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 22, 2023 Devils’ Next Ring of Honor Inductee Should Be Lou Lamoriello
The Hockey Writers Earlier this week, the New Jersey Devils announced their theme and promotional nights for the upcoming season. Hidden in the middle was a notation that on Jan. 20, the team…
Sep 22, 2023
- Sep 21, 2023 Rangers’ Zibanejad Remains Underrated Throughout The NHL
The Hockey Writers As Mika Zibanejad enters his eighth season with the New York Rangers, there is no question that he has turned into a superstar over the last few seasons. He has…
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 Rangers News & Rumors: Lafrenière, Gustafsson & Bonino
The Hockey Writers In this latest edition of New York Rangers News & Rumors, Alexis Lafrenière is entering a crucial year, and depending on how it goes, it could impact his long-term future…
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 11, 2023 Rangers’ Zibanejad Will Have Career Season in 2023-24
The Hockey Writers Over the last few seasons, the New York Rangers franchise has made waves toward becoming a powerhouse among the heavy hitters of the NHL. The front office has aimed to…
Sep 11, 2023 - Sep 8, 2023 Rangers Have 3 Good PTO Options To Consider
The Hockey Writers Before training camp last season, the New York Rangers brought in Jimmy Vesey on a professional try-out (PTO). After a great showing, the team signed him to a one-year deal…
Sep 8, 2023
- Sep 21, 2023 Islanders Training Camp: What To Watch Out For
The Hockey Writers Training camp is underway, and the New York Islanders are preparing for a big 2023-24 season. The roster looks more or less the same as last season’s, but there’s more…
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 14, 2023 Islanders Have Options For Defense Reinforcements
The Hockey Writers On Monday, Sept. 11, New York Islanders general manager (GM) Lou Lamoriello spoke to the media to provide updates on the team. One of the things mentioned was that defenseman…
Sep 14, 2023 - Sep 10, 2023 Islanders’ Line Options for Oliver Wahlstrom
The Hockey Writers The NHL season is around the corner with opening night a month away. Recently, the New York Islanders writers at The Hockey Writers (THW) published the team’s 2023-24 lineup projections…
Sep 10, 2023 - Sep 7, 2023 New York Islanders’ 2023-24 Lineup Projection
The Hockey Writers The 2023-24 NHL season is around the corner with opening night only a few weeks away. The New York Islanders had an uneventful offseason where they re-signed their veteran unrestricted…
Sep 7, 2023
- 19 hours ago Senators Sale Officially Closes, Andlauer Hosts Media Conference
The Hockey Writers The Ottawa Senators were officially sold to Michael Andlauer and his group of partners on Thursday, Sept. 21. It took longer than anticipated and had some hiccups along the way.…
19 hours ago - Sep 17, 2023 Senators’ DJ Smith Facing High Expectations This Season
The Hockey Writers Despite the Ottawa Senators not making the postseason last season, there were some positives to look at. Not only were they closer to making it than in the past six…
Sep 17, 2023 - Sep 13, 2023 ‘My motivation’: Senators’ Brady Tkachuk wants to match Matthew’s success with Panthers
Sportsnet.ca Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk joins Ken Reid to discuss how his brother Matthew’s Stanley Cup Finals run with the Florida Panthers motivates him, why he thinks the Senators are underrated, and more.
Sep 13, 2023 - Sep 11, 2023 Responding to Senators Fans’ Over/Under Lines
The Hockey Writers The Ottawa Senators are entering the 2023-24 NHL season with playoff hopes, and for the first time since 2017 they have a legitimate chance of doing so. With key additions…
Sep 11, 2023
- 20 hours ago Flyers’ Scrimmage Lines Give Glimpse of 2023-24 Outlook
The Hockey Writers The Philadelphia Flyers’ training camp ahead of the 2023-24 season is now underway, and the team has started to partake in some scrimmages split amongst three groups. If the lines…
20 hours ago - Sep 22, 2023 Land of Opportunity: Tortorella embracing Flyers rebuild in locker room that ‘needed to change’
Broad Street Hockey John Tortorella opened up about the Flyers rebuild after Day 1 of Training Camp.
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 22, 2023 2023-24 Flyers season preview: Cam York
Broad Street Hockey Cam York put up a solid rookie season, all while playing his off side. This year, he has an opportunity to demonstrate his ceiling.
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 22, 2023 Philadelphia Flyers Top 25 Under 25, No. 1: Matvei Michkov
Broad Street Hockey Unsurprisingly, the true face of the Flyers' rebuild tops our list.
Sep 22, 2023
- 6 hours ago Mike Sullivan calls Penguins training camp “most competitive group” since 2015
PensBurgh Photo by Ben Jackson/NHLI via Training camp this week debuted everything from a new defense pairing to a revamped bottom six. Since Mike Sullivan stepped in as head coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins in December 2015, he’s seen everything from two championships to the team’s first postseason whiff in 17 years. But he’s never seen anything quite like this week’s training camp. “This might be the most competitive group of players we have ever assembled,” Sullivan said Friday, per the Penguins on X, formerly known as Twitter. The Penguins began training camp on...
6 hours ago - Sep 22, 2023 Pens Camp: Vinnie Hinostroza gets the first chance with Crosby
PensBurgh Photo by Jeanine Leech/Icon Sportswire via The first new winger in training camp for Sidney Crosby was veteran Vinnie Hinostroza When the Penguins got on the ice yesterday, a big question to be answered would be which forward would fill the spot on Sidney Crosby’s wing. It’s a temporary job with Jake Guentzel is on the shelf, but an important one nonetheless. As it turned out, it was Vinnie Hinostroza skating with Crosby and Bryan Rust. This development could mean something for the future, or it could be nothing — just ask Valtteri Puustinen who started training...
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 22, 2023 Pens Points: Gone Camping
PensBurgh Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports New look Penguins open training camp in Cranberry after a summer of change. There is still a bit of waiting left to do before the Pittsburgh Penguins start playing hockey that matters but Thursday was a good first step towards that with training camp getting underway for the 2023/24 season at UPMC Lemieux in Cranberry. After a summer of upheaval, this was the first sign of a return to normalcy with the Penguins back on the ice. [Pensburgh] Pens Points... On the first day of camp, players were split into three different groups with...
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 21, 2023 2023 Penguins training camp: Team splits into three practice rosters
PensBurgh Photo by Joe Sargent/NHLI via A look at who is playing where early on in Penguins training camp With 58 healthy players on the ice and currently with the club, the Penguins have announced how they are divvying up into three groups for practices to start out their training camp. NHL training camps always move quickly and are subject to have players flip as soon as tomorrow if the coaches decide to do so. Either way, this current incarnation and split of the talent won’t last very long based on the scheduling. The rhythm of the early days of camp have the Pens...
Sep 21, 2023
- Sep 21, 2023 Logan Couture week to week with lower-body injury
Fear The Fin San Jose Sharks Captain Logan Couture will not play with the team to start training camp. He is dealing with a lower-body injury and is week to week.
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 21, 2023 No. 1 Will Smith: A Special Talent
Fear The Fin There's something very special about Will Smith that San Jose Sharks fans have not seen in a long time, if ever.
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 18, 2023 No. 4 Quentin Musty: Exactly as advertised
Fear The Fin Quentin Musty was drafted earlier this summer by the San Jose Sharks and what we've seen so far gives Sharks fans a lot to be optimistic about.
Sep 18, 2023 - Sep 17, 2023 No. 5 Shakir Mukhamadullin: An intriguing defensive prospect
Fear The Fin San Jose Sharks prospect Shakir Mukhamadullin only has a few AHL games under his belt, but he's already impressed his coaches and teammates with his play.
Sep 17, 2023
- Sep 20, 2023 St. Louis Blues Marco Scandella Looks to Rebound in 2023-24 Season
Bleedin' Blue Marco Scandella is looking to have his next healthy regular season campaign after playing in only a fraction of the St. Louis Blues 2022-23 season. The 33-year-old D-man looks to finally exorcise his demons in the form of a lower-back injury. That kept him out for the final month of 2022-23, the latest in a […] St. Louis Blues Marco Scandella Looks to Rebound in 2023-24 Season - Bleedin Blue - Bleedin Blue - A St. Louis Blues Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 Brayden Schenn Was Really The Only Choice St. Louis Blues Had
Bleedin' Blue The St. Louis Blues sure made things interesting with their captaincy decision, when in reality they only had one, real choice. Though the Blues had several options, there was never much doubt as to who they would select, if they did hand out the “C” for 2023-24. On September 19, 2023, Brayden Schenn was named […] Brayden Schenn Was Really The Only Choice St. Louis Blues Had - Bleedin Blue - Bleedin Blue - A St. Louis Blues Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 19, 2023 Blues Captaincy Candidates: Breaking Down Five Possible Scenarios
Bleedin' Blue The St. Louis Blues will begin their preseason this Thursday at Centene Community Ice Center. Fifty three players will congregate at the Maryland Heights complex, all vying for one of the 22 roster spots on October 12th when the Blues drop the puck on the 2023-24 regular season against the Dallas Stars. While questions remain […] Blues Captaincy Candidates: Breaking Down Five Possible Scenarios - Bleedin Blue - Bleedin Blue - A St. Louis Blues Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Sep 19, 2023 - Sep 17, 2023 St. Louis Blues Prospects Shine And Fizzle In Prospects Showcase
Bleedin' Blue In just two, short days, the St. Louis Blues got to see the highs and lows of their prospect pool. It is to be expected with high talent ceilings, but little experience. The Blues took part in the Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase in Minnesota over the weekend. While it was not a tournament really, the […] St. Louis Blues Prospects Shine And Fizzle In Prospects Showcase - Bleedin Blue - Bleedin Blue - A St. Louis Blues Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Sep 17, 2023
- Sep 19, 2023 3 Questions Facing the Lightning Ahead of Training Camp
The Hockey Writers The extra long off-season the Tampa Bay Lightning did not want is winding down. Training camp will soon begin as the Lightning prepare for their first pre-season game on Sept.…
Sep 19, 2023 - Sep 17, 2023 Lightning Stock Up, Stock Down: Kucherov, Brisebois & Sergachev
The Hockey Writers Welcome to this edition of the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Stock Up and Stock Down, as we start with the pre-season edition of the 2023-24 season, focusing on looking back on…
Sep 17, 2023
- 3 hours ago Toronto Maple Leafs: The Can’t Miss Game of the Season
Editor In Leaf The puck drops on a new Toronto Maple Leafs season on Oct. 11, 2023. The Buds take on the Montreal Canadiens in what has become an annual battle. The Toronto Maple Leafs will have home ice advantage for that contest and will hope to get the a win to kick off the campaign. For those […] Toronto Maple Leafs: The Can’t Miss Game of the Season - Editor In Leaf - Editor In Leaf - A Toronto Maple Leafs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
3 hours ago - 4 hours ago Constructing the Toronto Maple Leafs Optimal Defensive Pairings
Editor In Leaf Recall last season when the Toronto Maple Leafs had a bunch of quality defencemen following the trade deadline last year, they began to use various combinations for their defensive pairings down the stretch. Some of the pairings turned out alright for the Toronto Maple Leafs, whereas others just flat out failed. However, with a fair […] Constructing the Toronto Maple Leafs Optimal Defensive Pairings - Editor In Leaf - Editor In Leaf - A Toronto Maple Leafs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
4 hours ago - 5 hours ago Toronto Maple Leafs: 3 Things to Expect Early in 2023-24
Editor In Leaf The current generation of Toronto Maple Leafs players come with a high degree of certainty. Toronto Maple Leafs Stars such as Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner et al will score plenty of goals again this season. Morgan Rielly and the defense will struggle to prevent the opposition from getting dangerous chances. The Leafs will have a […] Toronto Maple Leafs: 3 Things to Expect Early in 2023-24 - Editor In Leaf - Editor In Leaf - A Toronto Maple Leafs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
5 hours ago - 6 hours ago 3 Toronto Maple Leafs Who Could Disappoint In 2023-24
Editor In Leaf The Toronto Maple Leafs season is around the corner, which also means disappointment may be looming. As sad as that may sound, unjust expectations have followed the Toronto Maple Leafs for years, and the season will only be considered a success if they finally win a Stanley Cup. After winning a playoff round for the first […] 3 Toronto Maple Leafs Who Could Disappoint In 2023-24 - Editor In Leaf - Editor In Leaf - A Toronto Maple Leafs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
6 hours ago
- Sep 22, 2023 Capitals Should Have Outbid Canucks Offer for Casey DeSmith
The Hockey Writers The Vancouver Canucks recently traded forward Tanner Pearson and a 2025 third-round draft pick to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for goaltender Casey DeSmith. This trade allows the Canucks to…
Sep 22, 2023 - Sep 21, 2023 ‘Not a distraction’: Canucks’ Pettersson doesn’t see contract status as an issue
Sportsnet.ca One month after dropping a news bomb in Sweden that he wanted to wait before deciding whether to re-sign with the Vancouver Canucks, Elias Pettersson was finally asked Thursday on the opening day of training camp to explain himself.
Sep 21, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 Meet the New Canucks: Casey DeSmith
The Hockey Writers The Vancouver Canucks added to their goaltending depth prior to training camp, acquiring Casey DeSmith from the Montreal Canadians for Tanner Pearson and a 2025 third-round pick. This is the…
Sep 20, 2023 - Sep 20, 2023 The Montreal Canadiens and Vancouver Canucks made a big trade
Puck Prose The Vancouver Canucks and Montreal Canadiens are two teams from the Country of Canada that are not likely to be contenders this year. The Canucks probably think they are but they won’t be once again. The Habs, however, seem to know who they are and just keep grinding out development. In a few years, they […] The Montreal Canadiens and Vancouver Canucks made a big trade - Puck Prose - Puck Prose - NHL
Sep 20, 2023
- Sep 16, 2023 Capitals’ Worst Contracts for the 2023-24 Season
The Hockey Writers Money is particularly tight for the Washington Capitals as they try to make it back to the postseason after missing them for only the second time in 16 seasons. With…
Sep 16, 2023 - Sep 14, 2023 Washington Capitals to host ‘garage sale’ featuring team swag, bobbleheads
WTOP With training camp approaching for the Washington Capitals, the team announced it'll be hosting a "garage sale" featuring team merchandise and past giveaways
Sep 14, 2023 - Sep 5, 2023 The effort to add young minority hockey players in North America turns its attention to keeping them
WTOP ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — Braeden Montague walked into the Washington Capitals practice facility following a long drive back from a…
Sep 5, 2023 - Aug 30, 2023 Swedish winger Carl Hagelin retires from the NHL because of an eye injury
WTOP FILE - Washington Capitals' Carl Hagelin is shown during an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Thursday, Feb. 17,…
Aug 30, 2023