Rumor Rundown: Draisaitl Bridge, Kessel Responds and Tavares to Tampa? Jim Parsons | July 18, 2017 It sort of feels like a hockey ghost town. After weeks of insanely busy action, with trades and signings coming from every angle, the pace has slowed considerably and there’s…
Blackhawks 2017 Prospect Camp Preview Scott Kline | July 17, 2017 Summer is in full swing. Backyard barbecues are sizzling. Recreational lakes across North America are full of warm-weather visitors and weekend warriors. Daylight is plentiful. Cold beverages rarely taste better…
Should NHL Consider a Shorter Season? The Hockey Writers | July 17, 2017 Since the 1967-68 season, the NHL has played at least 74 regular-season games, apart from lockout years. But should the NHL think about shortening the schedule? Here is a radical proposal…
Seguin Trade Narrative at an End? Anthony Pagliarulo | July 17, 2017 Not too long ago, people in the United States of America celebrated their 241st year of independence from British rule with traditional firework displays. Four years ago, on July 4, 2013, the Boston…
Josh Archibald’s Deal Could Pose Problems Julia Stumbaugh | July 16, 2017 On July 12, forward Josh Archibald signed with the Penguins for a two-year contract at just over the league minimum. The contract isn’t inherently a bad idea. Archibald has shown…
Penguins Top 3 Defensive Prospects 2017 Dave Holcomb | July 16, 2017 As laid out in the Pittsburgh Penguins Top 4 Prospects for 2017 article last week, the two-time defending champions still have some young pieces in the organization that could help…
Is Patrick Marleau Right for the Leafs? Zeke | July 14, 2017 As Patrick Marleau heads to Toronto, there is a buzz. In our third and final part of the series, we’ll peer into Marleau’s future with the Maple Leafs. Related Part 1: The…
NHL Teams as Game of Thrones Houses Peter Ferrell | July 14, 2017 The new season of Game of Thrones is upon us. Fans worldwide are hoping the show’s seventh season answers the burning questions left over from Season Six’s explosive finale. Will…
Maple Leafs Round Table: Hyman Signs, Brown Next? Andrew Forbes | July 14, 2017 The latest offseason stories surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs are focusing on the team’s re-signing of Zach Hyman and what will happen with their other second-year restricted free-agent Connor Brown.…
Vegas Fans Tasked With Balancing Enthusiasm, Patience Keith Scheessele | July 13, 2017 In 66 days, NHL hockey in Las Vegas becomes real. The Golden Knights will travel to Vancouver to meet the Canucks in the first of six games on their preseason…
The Changing Metropolitan Division Chris O'Reilly | July 12, 2017 Remember a few months ago when the Metropolitan Division was the most dominant in all of hockey? The Washington Capitals looked like a juggernaut who could not be stopped. The…
Nico Hischier Year One Expectations Jesse Kinney | July 10, 2017 With the first-overall pick for the first time in their history, the New Jersey Devils selected Swiss-sensation Nico Hischier at the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. Being selected first comes with a…