Something’s Gotta Give in Oil Country Salim Valji | October 17, 2011 With Ryan Nugent-Hopkins immaculate debut in the NHL (4 goals in his first two games), the decision of whether or not to send him back to the WHL has suddenly…
An Early Season 2012 NHL Mock Draft (Selections 1-15) David OConnor | October 16, 2011 Even though the 2011-2012 NHL season has just started, it’s never too early to look ahead to the next draft. They are an exciting time for players, organizations, and especially…
From Abdelkader to Zuccarello – 14 October 2011 Monica McAlister | October 14, 2011 Did you work late last night? Did your significant other make you run errands while the game was on? Did your dog chew off your TV cable wires? Have no…
Top Ten Rookies To Watch In 2011-2012 Andrew Sykes | October 4, 2011 Last year’s crop of rookies included the likes of Taylor Hall, Tyler Seguin, Logan Couture and Calder Trophy winner Jeff Skinner. Here are ten first year players who should have…
Optimal Renney: In What Conditions Does the Edmonton Oilers Head Coach Thrive? Salim Valji | September 28, 2011 I met Tom Renney once. Sat next to him on my flight to Minneapolis for the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. Great guy, and you can instantly tell why players are…
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins: Should I Stay or Should I Go Now? Salim Valji | September 13, 2011 It’s one of the hottest debates facing the hard luck fans of the Edmonton Oilers. With Taylor Hall making the jump from OHL superstar to NHL rookie and faring…
2011-12 Edmonton Oilers Season Preview Marcy Di Michele | September 9, 2011 After finishing dead last in the NHL for the past two seasons, the re-building Edmonton Oilers are hoping to take a step forward this year. Their young stars Taylor Hall…
The Return of Studly Wonderbomb Derek Neumeier | July 6, 2011 When Sheldon Souray signed a 5-year, $27 million contract with the Edmonton Oilers on July 12, 2007, one of the last places he expected to be playing hockey just over…
2011 NHL Entry Draft Guide – The Next Ones Christopher Ralph | June 24, 2011 This marks the third year my annual monster draft preview has been hosted here at The Hockey Writers (THW). This year also features integral contributions from Brian Huddle, Jeff Blay…
From Mall of America to the NHL, These Draft Prospects Are On a Wild Ride James Neveau | June 23, 2011 Jim Neveau, NHL Correspondent St. Paul, Minnesota – Final preparations are underway for the 2011 NHL Entry Draft, which will take place on Friday and Saturday at the Xcel Energy…
2011 NHL Entry Draft: Full Two Round Mock Draft – Brendan Ross Brendan Ross | June 19, 2011 The Xcel Energy Center will be full of electricity and youthful enthusiasm as the top prospects enter the arena in under a weeks’ time hoping to find a new hockey…
THW 2011 NHL Draft Final Rankings – Top 210 Christopher Ralph | June 14, 2011 The 2011 NHL Entry Draft takes place on June 24-25th in St. Paul, Minnesota. Once again, you have to love the dates – the 24th and 25th representing hockey’s version…