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For years, Rick DiPietro has been considered one of the biggest draft busts of all time, and it’s hard to argue against it. Selected first overall in 2000 by the…
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NHL Rumors: Robertson Nixes 2 Trades, DeBrincat Move, Canadiens Calling, McTavish Trade
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, are the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs calling the Red Wings about Alex DeBrincat? Meanwhile, the Montreal Canadiens are aggressively exploring the market ahead…
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The Sedin Twins and the 1999 NHL Entry Draft
June 26, 1999, was a day that changed the fortunes of the Vancouver Canucks for more than just the next decade. This, of course, was the day of the NHL…
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St. Louis Blues: Revisiting the Pavel Buchnevich Trade
With another NHL season underway for the St. Louis Blues, it’s time to look back on the Pavel Buchnevich trade that general manager Doug Armstrong pulled off prior to the…
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Seth Jarvis’ Injury Creates Perfect Opportunity for Hurricanes to Audition Bradly Nadeau
As the Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes turn their attention to next season, many are discussing what might happen this offseason. The biggest question mark is Seth Jarvis‘ lingering injury.…
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Capitals News & Notes: Trade Winds Bring Changes to Washington’s Roster Before 2026 NHL Draft
After the blockbuster acquisition of Jordan Kyrou and the sign-and-trade for Alex Tuch earlier this week, the Washington Capitals enter the 2026 NHL Draft weekend tied with four teams for…
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Mike Reilly Could Add Veteran Depth to the Penguins Defense
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