Trevor Beggs
KPU Journalism Graduate. Trevor has been writing for The Hockey Writers since October 2014. He has contributed articles related to the Ottawa Senators, Vancouver Canucks, and other issues/stories regarding the game of hockey. Trevor currently lives in White Rock, B.C.
Author's Posts
Are Canucks Seeking a Shine or Grind 4th Line?
September 9th, 2017 Twenty years ago, it would have been unheard of to see guys like Sam Gagner on your fourth line. Now, it's becoming a trend in the NHL. As the game moves to eliminate some of the enforcers of old, skilled guys are finding their way into bottom-six roles. Gagner was a prime example of that last year in Columbus. Playing on a...
The 'Forgotten' at Canucks Camp
September 8th, 2017 There are always a few dominating storylines during NHL training camp. This year in Vancouver, tough camp competition means there are storylines aplenty. Jim Benning made a flurry of signings on July 1st, signing five new players to one-way contracts. These moves were questioned by some but the motives were clear. The Vancouver...
Utica Comets Quick Hits With Ben Birnell
September 7th, 2017 Summer can be a bit slow for hockey news, but that doesn't mean there's nothing to talk about. If you get two people together who love to talk hockey, there's no time that isn't suitable for a good hockey talk. Even in the dog days of summer, Ben Birnell of the Utica Observer-Dispatch and myself were able to cover a lot of ground in...
Is Vanek a Fit for the Canucks?
August 31st, 2017 Even though training camps open in a few weeks, notable free agents remain without a job. That includes 33-year-old Thomas Vanek, who doesn't have a contract despite posting solid numbers last season. With the Detroit Red Wings, Vanek posted 38 points in 48 games. After posting numbers like that, there's no reason why Vanek should...
Canucks' Top Fourth-Line Heroes: #5-#1
August 25th, 2017 The NHL game is evolving. Gone are your typical fourth-line bruisers, and many teams promote speed and skill throughout all four lines. Adding more speed and skill improves the pace of the game, but hockey is losing some of those heart-and-soul players of old. Whether you like fighting or not or whether you think it belongs in the...
Canucks Top 4th-Line Heroes: #10 Through #6
August 24th, 2017 Too often in hockey, we idolize the best players on the ice. It's not without merit, but why do we always forget about the little guy? Or in this case, the big guy. Sometimes the guys on the fourth-line are just as impactful as the top scorer. Whether they create energy with a good shift, throw a big hit, or stand up for a teammate...
