Nick Haydon
Nick Haydon covers the Colorado Avalanche for The Hockey Writers. An avid hockey fan, he loves watching, talking, and writing about hockey. He strives to tell stories, providing insight and analysis with engaging content.
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9 Stanley Cup Stories: The Long Road to NHL Glory
May 1st, 2020 Often described as the most difficult trophy to win in sports, the Stanley Cup captures the dreams of players from childhood. For all who claim Lord Stanley, the dream comes true after years of hard work: countless hours driving to practice, training outside the rink, and honing skills on the ice. But the path to victory differs for...
Panthers’ Mike Hoffman: Worth the Past & Future Costs
April 23rd, 2020 Before I write too much, I have to admit that I am a huge fan of Mike Hoffman. He can score at an elite level, posting 20-plus goals for six straight seasons. Need him to pass the puck? No problem. He has racked up 30-plus assists for five consecutive seasons as well. His superior scoring ability and consistency make him a valuable...
11 Exciting Avalanche Prospects
April 19th, 2020 While we would love to see NHL stars return to the ice, prospects can shine a light into the future during these metaphorically dark and trying hockey times. The Colorado Avalanche have a deep prospect pool, filled with players that could make a talented, successful team even better. Imagine it now: a young Alex Newhook playing with...
Arizona State Hockey: Dominic Garcia Talks Canceled Season
April 11th, 2020 Arizona State University accomplished an impressive feat: the school transformed a highly successful ACHA men’s ice hockey team into a competitive Division I NCAA program, attracting top talent from across North America. In their fifth year, the Sun Devils have established themselves as perennial National Championship contenders....
Avs’ 1st Round Draft Picks 2014-18: Where Are They Now?
April 4th, 2020 First-round draft picks are an opportunity for teams to transform their organization, especially when generational talents are on the line. Some players achieve or even surpass their potential while others never pan out. Between 2014 and 2018, the Colorado Avalanche have taken five players in the first round, and, of these, four are...
NHLPA’s Player Poll: McDavid, Crosby, Marchand, and More
April 2nd, 2020 The NHL’s Players' Association released its annual Player Poll yesterday. If you are not familiar with the poll, it asks NHL players a wide variety of NHL related questions, ranging from the best forward to the best trash talker. This year, the survey questioned almost 600 players, and their responses provide both valuable insight...
