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Vivek Kalia

Vivek Kalia is an NHL writer for The Hockey Writers, covering the league with a focus on in-depth analysis, player development, and roster construction. Born and raised in Edmonton, he grew up immersed in the game and brings a lifelong passion for hockey to his work. Vivek blends statistical insight with storytelling to provide thoughtful coverage of the players, teams, and decisions that shape the modern NHL.

Senators’ Penalty Kill Shakeup Signals a Defining Moment for Their Season

Vivek Kalia | January 25, 2026

The Ottawa Senators didn’t just lose another game against the Carolina Hurricanes — they reinforced a season-long pattern that has now forced the organization’s hand. For months, the Senators’ penalty…

Categories Ottawa Senators

Flames Could Flip Zach Whitecloud After Andersson Deal

Vivek Kalia | January 24, 2026

The Calgary Flames may not be done reshaping their blue line after moving Rasmus Andersson, and one of the more intriguing ripple effects from that trade is the future of…

Categories Calgary Flames

Penguins Closely Monitoring Jason Robertson as Trade Speculation Grows

Vivek Kalia | January 22, 2026

The Pittsburgh Penguins were not supposed to be here at this point in the season. Through the first half of 2025–26, the Penguins sit third in the Metropolitan Division with…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

Jonathan Toews’ Return to Chicago Is About More Than One Night

Vivek Kalia | January 19, 2026

When Jonathan Toews steps onto the ice at the United Center tonight, it will be bigger than the standings, the scoreline, or even the sweater he’s wearing. For the first…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Winnipeg Jets

What’s Next for the Calgary Flames After Trading Rasmus Andersson?

Vivek Kalia | January 19, 2026

The Calgary Flames chose their lane, and the Rasmus Andersson trade to the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday confirms it. For months, the Flames lived in the gray area between…

Categories Calgary Flames

Time Is Running Out for the Ottawa Senators to Decide Who They Are

Vivek Kalia | January 15, 2026

The Ottawa Senators are quickly approaching the point where indecision becomes a choice. According to TSN’s Darren Dreger, the Senators have roughly seven to 10 games to determine whether they’ll…

Categories Ottawa Senators

4 Trade Destinations for Jets’ Luke Schenn

Vivek Kalia | January 11, 2026

As the Winnipeg Jets continue to search for answers in what has become a difficult and frustrating season, change is no longer just a quiet possibility — it’s becoming inevitable.…

Categories Trade Deadline, Winnipeg Jets

3 Takeaways From Canada’s Bronze Medal Win Over Finland at the World Juniors

Vivek Kalia | January 6, 2026

Team Canada closed out the IIHF World Junior Championship with a strong response performance, defeating Finland 6–3 in the bronze medal game on Monday afternoon. While it wasn’t the colour…

Categories World Junior Hockey Championship

Senators Take the High Road After Logan Stanley Suspension

Vivek Kalia | January 5, 2026

From the outside, it was easy to reduce Saturday night’s incident to a single clip — a punch thrown, a player caught off guard, and a suspension handed down. But…

Categories Ottawa Senators

Penguins To Terminate Egor Zamula’s Contract After Failure to Report to AHL

Vivek Kalia | January 5, 2026

The Pittsburgh Penguins’ brief experiment with defenseman Egor Zamula came to an abrupt and unexpected end on Jan. 5. Just days after acquiring the 25-year-old blueliner from the Philadelphia Flyers,…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

3 Takeaways From Canada’s Semifinal Loss to Czechia at the World Juniors

Vivek Kalia | January 5, 2026

Team Canada’s run at the 2026 World Junior Championship came to an abrupt and frustrating end on Sunday night, falling 6–4 to Czechia in the semifinal. On paper, the final…

Categories World Junior Hockey Championship

Jets’ Collapse Against Maple Leafs Should Mark a Turning Point for the Franchise

Vivek Kalia | January 3, 2026

The Winnipeg Jets didn’t just lose another game on Thursday night — they lost control of the narrative surrounding their season. Blowing a 4–1 lead to fall 6–5 against the…

Categories Winnipeg Jets
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