The Grind Line: Red Wings’ Options at No. 6 Tony Wolak | June 7, 2021 What’s The Grind Line? Apart from the once-famous line of Kris Draper, Kirk Maltby, and either Joe Kocur or Darren McCarty, The Grind Line is also The Hockey Writers’ weekly…
Blackhawks 2020-21 Player Grades: Dylan Strome Gail Kauchak | June 6, 2021 As we carry on with the offseason, Chicago Blackhawks fans find themselves with some extra time on their hands. Of course there are the NHL playoffs to watch, which have…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Robertson, Agostino, Holmberg & Bogosian The Old Prof | June 6, 2021 As the Toronto Maple Leafs sit watching, the team that came back from a 3-1 series deficit to beat them – the Montreal Canadiens – just keep on winning. With…
2021 Calder Trophy Finalists Eugene Helfrick | June 4, 2021 In the world of hockey, things can change in an instant, especially when it comes to mid-season discussions about who will win awards. Injury or simply a streak of cold…
Maple Leafs’ News & Rumors: Matthews, Andersen, Muzzin & Tavares The Old Prof | June 3, 2021 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll share recent news from the team that is emerging from the organization. Item One: Auston Matthews Is a Finalist…
Islanders Weekly: Overtime Heroics Even Series Against Bruins Jonathan Amatulli | June 3, 2021 Islanders Weekly is my series that looks at the performance and outlook of the New York Islanders. Every Thursday, we will take a look at the week that was for the…
Maple Leafs News: Grading Playoff Production, Whose Play Didn’t Cut It? The Old Prof | June 2, 2021 Yesterday, in my Toronto Maple Leafs’ News edition column, I graded the Maple Leafs’ playoff production and looked at three players who I felt showed up for the team. Those…
Maple Leafs News: Grading Playoff Production, Who Showed Up? The Old Prof | June 1, 2021 First, the caveat is that – if you’ve read past posts I’ve created – you know that I support the Toronto Maple Leafs’ organizational plan going forward. I believe the…
NHL Has Come A Long Way on Mental Health Paul Quinney | June 1, 2021 It was once said that hockey was played by men with an iron will and murderous determination. Real hockey players never showed fear or vulnerability, or weakness. Ever. Not only…
Flames News & Rumors: Monahan, Mangiapane, Gaudreau & More Colton Pankiw | June 1, 2021 In this Calgary Flames News & Rumors update, Sean Monahan’s name is being discussed as a possible trade option, something that will only be discussed more and more throughout the…
Rangers News & Rumors: Tocchet, Blackwell, Kadri & More… Scott Blair | May 31, 2021 Rick Tocchet interviewed for the Rangers vacant head coaching position. Colin Blackwell scores for Team USA. Could hard-nosed Nazem Kadri be coming to Broadway? And more….. Tocchet Interviewed Tuesday Tocchet,…
Maple Leafs News & Notes: Fans Will Be in Stands, Tavares & Muzzin The Old Prof | May 31, 2021 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs’ News & Notes, I’ll share news emerging from the team as it heads into the showdown of Game 7 against the Montreal Canadiens.…
