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Dean Plunkett

Grew up in the 'hockey town' that launched the careers of Bob Gainey, Roger Neilson, Scotty Bowman, Chris Pronger and Steve Yzerman, to name only a few - Peterborough, Ontario. Spent a misguided life in the world of politics. (Sorry Mom) Trying to atone for those sins by publishing the best hockey stuff available. You can email me directly at Dean@TheHockeyWriters.com. I don't accept emails written in Sanskrit or asking me to help you transfer your family funds from Nairobi...even if you are a Prince. Thank you.

Guide to the 2025 World Junior Championship

Dean Plunkett | December 20, 2024
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BetVictor Review: Where is BetVictor Legal in Canada?

Dean Plunkett | August 27, 2024

BetVictor is a trusted and respected bookmaker that is available for all players of legal age throughout Canada. It is registered in Ontario as an official provider with the Alcohol…

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Best NHL Betting Sites

Dean Plunkett | July 19, 2024

The 2024-25 National Hockey League (NHL) season is shaping up to be an exciting one with plenty of storylines. Will the Florida Panthers repeat as Stanley Cup champions? Will Connor…

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Projected Lineups for the Lightning vs Maple Leafs – 4/3/24

Dean Plunkett | April 3, 2024

The Tampa Bay Lightning take on the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents and others. LIGHTNING (41-26-7) at MAPLE…

Categories NHL News, Projected Lineups, Tampa Bay Lightning, Toronto Maple Leafs

Projected Lineups for the Devils vs Rangers – 4/3/24

Dean Plunkett | April 3, 2024

The New Jersey Devils take on the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents and others. DEVILS (36-35-4)…

Categories New Jersey Devils, New York Rangers, NHL News, Projected Lineups

Hockey Is Broken. Maybe the PWHL Can Fix It

Dean Plunkett | February 2, 2024

A special editorial from THW’s editor-in-chief I was watching the coverage of the PWHL Showcase during the 2024 NHL All-Star Weekend, and a lightning bolt struck me. During the pre-game…

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THW Ezoic Review

Dean Plunkett | July 17, 2017

Do you run a website and struggle with revenue optimization?  As online publishers, we all strive to deliver the best content AND the best experience to our audiences…and that HAS…

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Free Agency First Day Transactions for Every Team

Dean Plunkett | July 2, 2016

Team-by-team transactions from Friday’s activity: (As of July 2, 2016, 1:00 am ET in alphabetical order) Arizona Coyotes Sign forward Jamie McGinn — 3 years, $10 million Re-sign defenseman Kevin…

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Carolina Hurricanes Select Jake Bean13th Overall

Dean Plunkett | June 24, 2016

With the #13th pick in the 2016 NHL Draft the Hurricanes have selected Jake Bean of the Calgary Hitmen in the WHL. About Jake Bean The 6’1”, 170 pound, left-shooting defenseman joined the Hitmen as an undrafted player…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, NHL Entry Draft, NHL News

Ron MacLean to Return as Hockey Night in Canada Host: Report

Dean Plunkett | June 19, 2016

Dave Feschuk, Toronto Star Sports Columnist, is reporting that industry insider are telling him Ron MacLean will be returning as host of the iconic Saturday night Hockey Night in Canada. The move…

Categories Hockey Media, NHL News, Trending

Flames Calling Penguins About Marc-Andre Fleury: Report

Dean Plunkett | June 17, 2016

The performance of Matt Murray in the Pittsburgh Penguins’ run to the Stanley Cup, the likely 2017-18 NHL expansion player redistribution and the upcoming cap-space-crunch that the Pens are facing…

Categories NHL News, Penguins Goaltending, Pittsburgh Penguins

Hurricanes Convince Ryan to Stay in Carolina

Dean Plunkett | June 16, 2016

One week after, reportedly, discussing a move to Switzerland and the elite league over there, Charlotte Checker forward Derek Ryan has inked a contract extension with the Carolina Hurricanes. Canes…

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