Chris Faria
Chris Faria is a contributor for The Hockey Writers with a focus on the Toronto Maple Leafs. A hockey player and self-proclaimed analytics nerd, his work aims to combine both stats and a deep knowledge of the game. He is currently pursuing a graduate diploma in sports journalism at Centennial College in Toronto.
Author's Posts
The Maple Leafs Should Pass on Past-His-Prime Joe Thornton
October 15th, 2020 It's been a busy week in Leafland. The Toronto Maple Leafs selected skilled Russian winger Rodion Amirov with the 15th overall pick at last Tuesday's NHL Entry Draft. They signed Toronto native Wayne Simmonds to a one-year deal last Friday, just minutes after the opening of free agency. Later that day, they found the top-four...
Brodie Signing Makes Maple Leafs Defence a Strength
October 11th, 2020 Leading up to Oct. 9's opening of free agency, all of the talk in Toronto centered around the Toronto Maple Leafs' need to address the blue line, namely in the form of Alex Pietrangelo. The (former?) St. Louis Blues captain and King City, Ont., native reportedly had the Maple Leafs on his shortlist, and the draw of an elite right-handed...
Flames Pick Jeremie Poirier 72th Overall
October 7th, 2020 With the 72nd Pick in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, the Calgary Flames Have Selected Jeremie Poirier From the Saint John Sea Dogs of the QMJHL. About Jeremie Poirier An offensive dynamo from the back-end, Jeremie Poirier is one of the most talented defencemen in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. His combination of speed, hockey IQ,...
Maple Leafs Draft Skill and Smarts in Amirov With 15th Pick
October 7th, 2020 The 2020 NHL Entry Draft marks the third time that general manager Kyle Dubas has spearheaded the event for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and it's become clear as day what kinds of qualities he values in his prospects. Related: Rodion Amirov – 2020 NHL Draft Prospect Profile Widely considered one of the smartest and most...
Hurricanes Pick Seth Jarvis 13th Overall
October 6th, 2020 With the 13th Pick in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, the Carolina Hurricanes Have Selected Seth Jarvis From the Portland Winterhawks of the WHL About Seth Jarvis Jarvis is the kind of offensive catalyst that simply demands the puck, and for good reason. A creative passer and shooter with excellent agility, he is able to beat defenders...
Panthers Pick Anton Lundell 12th Overall
October 6th, 2020 With the 12th Pick in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, the Florida Panthers Have Selected Anton Lundell From HIFK of the Finnish Elite League. About Anton Lundell Though not the flashiest player in this year's draft, Lundell is considered one of the most well-rounded and NHL-ready prospects available. Thanks to his size, vision, and...
