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Neal McHale

Neal McHale began contributing to The Hockey Writers in 2015, covering NHL hockey and the New Jersey Devils. He also writes for Inside Hockey. Previously, he's served as a correspondent to the Big East Conference and a staff writer for The Setonian. He graduated from Seton Hall University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Public Relations.

Love Him or Hate Him, Pierre McGuire is a Staple of the NHL Soundtrack

Neal McHale | May 20, 2016

Pierre McGuire. You know him. The bald-headed, always-opinionated, frequently-shouting NBC Sports analyst. He’s spent nearly two decades in broadcasting, working on TSN in Canada before becoming a staple to the…

Wednesday Wonders: 21 Thoughts From Around the NHL

Neal McHale | May 12, 2016

Ahead of another game seven to close out the second round and just following the elimination of the top team in the West and the East, there’s lots to talk about…

Chayka Hiring Opening the Secluded Door

Neal McHale | May 5, 2016

John Chayka was named the eighth general manager in the history of the Winnipeg Jets/Arizona Coyotes on Thursday. His appointment to the position makes him the youngest GM in pro…

Why Canadian Fans Should Cheer on the Stars

Neal McHale | April 14, 2016

In a follow up to Wednesday’s piece, where I criticized the notion that Canadians will be disinterested by this year’s NHL post-season due to absence of a Canadian market for the…

The 2016 NHL Playoffs: Is Canada Really Disinterested?

Neal McHale | April 13, 2016

A year ago, five of the seven Canadian teams were getting set for the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Among them included two all-Canadian series. And while none…

Devils Looking for Luck in Return Home

Neal McHale | March 17, 2016

Hobby’s Deli, located just across the street from the Prudential Center, has many recommended items by its regulars, but its ‘corned beef’ will be the most popular from the hockey-goers…

Eric Staal: A Necessary Add for the Rangers

Neal McHale | February 23, 2016

It seems like every year the New York Rangers have stolen the show on the NHL trade deadline. A season ago it was Keith Yandle from the Coyotes in exchange…

Martin Brodeur: A Lone New Jersey Sports Icon

Neal McHale | February 9, 2016

Martin Brodeur will have his jersey sent to the rafters on Tuesday night, when the organization where he spent parts of 21 seasons retire his jersey. For fans–this one in…

Devils’ Road Trip Could Define their Season

Neal McHale | January 10, 2016

The Devils (20-17-5), losers of three-straight are preparing for its toughest second-half stretch of the season. Four games in seven nights and the club’s longest road trip this season. Making…

Should the Devils Claim Scott Gomez?

Neal McHale | December 30, 2015

You’d be hard-pressed to find many positives from the Devils’ 2014-15 regular season. A woefully poor season that saw the team sport a 32-36-14 record with just 78 points and…

Metro Division By the Numbers: December Edition

Neal McHale | December 16, 2015

After some good reception on the November edition of Metro Division By the Numbers, I’m happy to bring December’s edition. Once again, I caution the numbers are light. Stay with…

Center Depth Still an Issue for 2015-16 Devils

Neal McHale | December 10, 2015

The good news? The Devils have points in seven of their last nine games, and have allowed two or less goals in all but one of those contests—three surrendered to…

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