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John Gove

John Gove is an experienced hockey writer who admires the game at all levels. Currently, John is a contributor for The Hockey Writers, covering the Philadelphia Flyers.

Stars News & Rumors: Point Streaks, Pavelski, & Gurianov

John Gove | November 16, 2022

Over a month into the 2022-23 National Hockey League season, the Dallas Stars are no strangers to the road. Through 16 games, the Stars have only played six contests at…

Categories Column, Dallas Stars, News and Rumors

Stars News & Rumors: Oettinger, Robertson, & Line Up Changes

John Gove | November 10, 2022

Suffering a 5-1 loss on the road to the Winnipeg Jets and former head coach Rick Bowness Tuesday night, the Dallas Stars witnessed their three-game win streak come to a…

Categories Column, Dallas Stars, News and Rumors

Stars’ Scoring Depth a Key to Prolonged Success

John Gove | November 7, 2022

The difference between a good and great team in the NHL depends on a handful of attributes. Of course, goaltending plays a significant role, but it is not the only…

Categories Dallas Stars

Stars’ Have Options for Handling Denis Gurianov

John Gove | November 1, 2022

The 2022-23 NHL regular season remains in its infancy. With most teams hovering around the ten-game mark, plenty of time remains for specific situations to change direction. For struggling teams…

Categories Dallas Stars

Stars’ Rookie Wyatt Johnston Making Strong Early Impression

John Gove | October 28, 2022

The start of the Dallas Stars 2022-23 regular brings mixed emotions for those who follow the franchise closely. Beginning the campaign with points in five consecutive games while scoring 18…

Categories Dallas Stars

Wild Prospects: Matthew Boldy’s Strong February Saves Freshman Season

John Gove | March 4, 2020

You may have heard this before but playing college hockey involves an adjustment period. Regardless of where someone played prior to the NCAA, expectations must be tempered while they transition…

Categories Hockey East, Wild Prospects

NCAA Hockey: 5 Standout Freshmen

John Gove | March 2, 2020

For young developing hockey players, transitioning to the college game typically takes time. Freshmen skate against older players and usually face a more physical game. For this reason, expectations for…

Categories Editor's Choice, NCAA

Predators’ David Farrance Becoming Premier Offensive-Defenseman

John Gove | February 25, 2020

It’s no secret that hockey is an ever-changing game at the professional level. Attributes deemed as “NHL worthy” 20 to 30 years ago don’t necessarily make the cut anymore. In…

Categories NCAA, Predators Prospects

Avalanche’s Alex Newhook Having Strong Second Half for Boston College

John Gove | February 17, 2020

Rejection, no matter the circumstance, is painful. There are few worse feelings in this world than dedicating a great deal of hard work and effort towards something only to be…

Categories Avalanche Prospects

NHL Trade Deadline: Prospects Potentially on the Move

John Gove | February 16, 2020

The NHL trade deadline is almost upon us and contending teams are in search of ways to get their organization over the hump and bring home a Stanley Cup. Those…

Categories Editor's Choice, Trade Deadline

Capitals’ Connor McMichael Having Standout Season With London

John Gove | February 10, 2020

Generally, organizations garnering special attention towards their prospects are rarely mainstays in the NHL playoff picture. Although the lottery can throw a wrench in things, teams with more high-quality prospects…

Categories Capitals Prospects

Golden Knights’ Peyton Krebs Bouncing Back Nicely from Achilles Injury

John Gove | February 6, 2020

You’ve heard the narrative countless times before. It’s a player’s draft year and everything is going as planned. He’s leading his team in scoring and all signs are pointing towards…

Categories Golden Knights Prospects
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