Josh Bell
Starting out as an Ottawa Senators contributor for The Hockey Writers, Josh is now an editor and at-large contributor, focusing on prospects, the NHL Draft, hockey history, and breaking news stories.
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Jack Finley – 2020 NHL Draft Prospect Profile
July 6th, 2020 Jack Finley 2019-20 Team: Spokane ChiefsDate of Birth: Sept. 2, 2002Place of Birth: Kelowna, British ColumbiaHt: 6-foot-5 Wt: 207 poundsShoots: RightPosition: CNHL Draft Eligibility: 2020 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central Scouting: 38th (Among NA skaters)The Hockey News: 109thThe Hockey Writers (Bell): 93rdThe Hockey...
The Worst First Overall Draft Picks in NHL History
July 5th, 2020 Ever since the NHL Draft began in 1963, NHL teams have been utilizing it as the main way to bring in talent to their teams. For the teams that have been able to secure the first-overall pick, chances are they are drafting an exceptional player that can change the outlook of the team's future. Sometimes though - that's just not the...
2020 NHL Draft Guide - Updated
July 4th, 2020 Consider The Hockey Writers your go-to source for everything related to the NHL Draft and this page your live home page for information on the upcoming 2020 NHL Entry Draft. Bookmark this page and check back often as it will be constantly updated leading up to hockey’s version of Christmas. THW’s 2020 NHL Draft...
The Worst Free Agent Signings in NHL History
July 2nd, 2020 NHL free agency generates a large amount of excitement throughout the hockey world every year. In some cases, an NHL team will make a great signing, acquiring a player through a low term, low paying contract who brings unexpected results and production to his new team. Maybe they lead the club to a Stanley Cup or two. Related: The...
Bell's 2020 NHL Draft Mailbag: Lafrenière, Lapierre, Amirov & More
July 1st, 2020 With the Phase 1 Lottery complete for the 2020 NHL Draft, we know two things. One: we're going to have a Phase 2 Lottery. And two: this means another edition of Bell's Mailbag! Related: Bell’s 2020 NHL Draft Mailbag: Myšak, Farrell, Foerster & More Team E, a placeholder team that is one of 16 teams competing in the NHL's...
The Best Free Agent Signings in NHL History
July 1st, 2020 Free agency is a very important aspect of the NHL. The best NHL free agent signings, typically of players with high skill, retain the ability to drastically improve a given team in an instant. In some cases, free agent signings don't live up to expectations, as players can be heavily overpaid for the services and skills...
