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Eric ScheibEric Scheib

Hockey has been a passion of mine since I was 7 years old. I have been a lifetime Hershey Bears (AHL) fan and long time season ticket holder. Previously, I wrote for Hockey Future's where I covered the prospects of the Washington Capitals. In my spare time, I spend time with my wife and son and am part of fantasy hockey league that has been together for over 25 years.

Brett Connolly: The Forgotten Free Agent

June 4, 2019 by Eric Scheib
Washington Capitals Brett Connolly

Eric Staal, Anze Kopitar, Gustav Nyquist, Brett Connolly – what do these players all have in common? They all scored 22 goals in the 2018-19 season. But Connolly does not …

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Categories Free Agents, Washington Capitals Tags 2019 NHL Free Agency, Brett Connolly

3 Capitals’ Prospects Fighting for Spots

May 28, 2019 by Eric Scheib

As one hockey season is coming to a close, preparation for the next one is beginning. The NHL Draft in June and free agency are the first steps to get …

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Categories Capitals Prospects Tags Beck Malenstyn, Ilya Samsonov, Lucas Johansen

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Canadiens’ Bergevin Impresses in Hiring Ducharme

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Rangers Should Consider Nugent-Hopkins as Solution to Center Problems

Ottawa 67’s Time Machine: the Magical 2019 Playoff Run

Oilers’ Smith Records Historic Shutout in Win Over Canucks

Sharks’ Center Depth Tested Again Without Hertl

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St. Louis Blues: 3 Trade Deadline Targets

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Revisiting Bobby Ryan’s Triumphant Return to the Senators’ Lineup

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Prospects News & Rumors: McTavish, Michkov & Lundkvist

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  • Oilers 2020-21 Roster Similar to Their 2017 Stanley Cup Playoff Team
  • Predators Still Actually Have Positives During Disappointing Season
  • Canadiens’ Bergevin Impresses in Hiring Ducharme
  • Sabres News & Rumors: Eichel Trade, Ullmark Out, Risto Returns & More
  • Rangers Should Consider Nugent-Hopkins as Solution to Center Problems