Peter Baracchini
Hockey has been a big part of my life since watching my first Leafs game to currently coaching minor hockey. I previously interned at The Hockey News and worked on Toronto Marlies broadcasts for Rogers TV. Aside from hockey, I also enjoy drumming, animation and impressions/ voices.
Author's Posts
Maple Leafs Banter with Forbes & Baracchini: Targeting Alex Pietrangelo
May 16th, 2020 As we discussed last week, the Toronto Maple Leafs are making moves in the international free agent pool, signing Alexander Barabanov and Mikko Lehtonen - filling in some depth roles in the process. But what are they going to do when NHL free agency opens? On July 1, 2018, the Maple Leafs landed the ultimate prize in signing...
Maple Leafs' Matthews Continues Goal Scoring Dominance
May 9th, 2020 Auston Matthews can score goals. For years, we’ve admired the art of goal scoring from Alex Ovechkin and Steven Stamkos. Both have been lethal in the past decade when it comes to lighting the lamp. While they continue to be consistent scoring threats, the Toronto Maple Leafs' super-star sniper is the one leading the charge in this...
Hockey & Rock Music Are a Perfect Mix
May 7th, 2020 Music plays an important part in our lives, there during the best times and worst times. When music works its way into sports, then the connection becomes that much stronger. We’ve already read stories of musicians who've made an impact on the hockey community. THW’s Jon Zella wrote an amazing article on how the metal band Every...
Sam Colangelo – 2020 NHL Draft Prospect Profile
May 4th, 2020 Sam Colangelo 2019-20 Team: Chicago SteelDate of Birth: Dec. 26th, 2001Place of Birth: Stoneham, MA, USAHt: 6’ 2” Wt: 205 lbsShoots: RPosition: RWNHL Draft Eligibility: 2020 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central Scouting Final Rankings: 31st (among NA Skaters)Future Considerations: 63rdCam Robinson’s April...
Vasili Ponomaryov- 2020 NHL Draft Prospect Profile
April 20th, 2020 Vasili Ponomaryov 2019-20 Team: Shawinigan CataractesDate of Birth: March 13th, 2002Place of Birth: Zelenograd, RUSHt: 5’ 10” Wt: 180 lbsShoots: LPosition: CNHL Draft Eligibility: 2020 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central Scouting Final Rankings: 48th (among NA Skaters)Future Considerations March Rankings:...
Maple Leafs Shouldn't Hesitate to Pursue Byfuglien
April 18th, 2020 It was last year when the Toronto Maple Leafs’ main focus was bolstering their blue line. A name that they should have pursued was Kevin Shattenkirk, after the New York Rangers bought him out after two disappointing seasons. He would eventually sign with the Tampa Bay Lightning to a one-year deal worth $1.75 million and played...
