Hockey Headlines: Torres Suspension; Kassian News; Players on Waivers Marcy Di Michele | October 6, 2015 The latest news, rumors and happenings from around the world of hockey: Raffi Torres has been suspended 41 games by the NHL. [CBC], [Sportsnet] The Flyers have placed defenceman Andrew MacDonald…
Fantasy Hockey Mailbag: Updating Injuries and Sharing an Epic Rebuild Larry Fisher | October 6, 2015 Fantasy Hockey Mailbag is a weekly column, answering your questions every Tuesday. No question is too big or too small, so if you want advice or feedback on any topic…
Leafs Daily: An Introduction and Good-Bye Robidas James Tanner | October 5, 2015 Hello friends and welcome to the newest feature at the Hockey Writers. As the tile suggests, this will be a daily (or as close to it as I can manage)…
Lou Lamoriello Isn’t What the Leafs Need Al Strachan | October 5, 2015 It seemed reasonable to give Lou Lamoriello some time after he was named general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs to see if he has changed. He hasn’t. He’s still…
Hockey Cares: #HartnellDown Foundation Zach Hopkins | October 5, 2015 Columbus Blue Jackets forward Scott Hartnell is known for being a gritty, in-your-face player that will do whatever it takes for his team to win. He can man the wing…
Facing Off: Season Preview and Some Predictions Larry Fisher | October 5, 2015 Facing Off is a weekly column, featuring Larry Fisher and Andrew Bensch debating five of hockey’s hottest topics each and every Monday. From current events like trades and hat tricks, to bigger-picture stuff like…
Anton Slepyshev Has Earned His Job with the Edmonton Oilers Brett Slawson | October 5, 2015 Prior to the beginning of the 2015 NHL pre-season, if one had been asked for their opinion of Edmonton Oilers prospect Anton Slepyshev, the vast majority would have answered with…
The Grind Line: Where the Red Wings Will Finish in 2015-16 Brandon Peleshok | October 5, 2015 Last season, the Detroit Red Wings finished with a record of 43-25-14, which translates to 100 points. More importantly, their overall record allowed the team to keep their playoff streak…
Hockey Headlines: Torres to Have Hearing with League; Silfverberg Injured Jeff Ponder | October 5, 2015 The NHL preseason has come to a close and a known bruiser is already facing a hearing with the league. This and more in today’s headlines: Raffi Torres will have…
The Beginner’s Guide to Becoming an NHL Fan Alli Baker | October 5, 2015 Hockey fans rejoice: it’s finally October, and hockey is right around the corner. For most of you, that means donning your favorite jersey and cheering on your team at the…
The Seat Is Red Hot For Bruins’ Coach Claude Julien Joe Marraccino | October 5, 2015 Claude Julien might be getting sick and tired of answering questions about his future with the Boston Bruins. The veteran head coach joined team president Cam Neely in a press…
Nathan MacKinnon Set to Return to Stardom After Sophomore Slump Devin Slawson | October 5, 2015 Nathan MacKinnon had some exciting hype surrounding him when he was drafted first overall by the Colorado Avalanche in the 2013 NHL Draft. Not Connor McDavid hype, but still pretty intense.…
