*this article was updated in October 2025**this archive was originally written by Ryan Gagne Hockey players train their entire lives to make it to the best league in the world and work even harder to stay. Although everyone dreams of hoisting the Stanley Cup at some point, others have the…
The Carolina Hurricanes, under the Rod Brind’Amour era, with Tom Dundon at the helm as owner, have been focused on establishing the right culture within the locker room and the organization. Over the last couple of weeks, that has been put to the test. David Pagnotta posted on X about…
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Kirill Kaprizov has signed the richest contract in NHL history. How did the deal come together, and what happened to get these two sides on the same page? Meanwhile, J.T. Miller went down in practice on Monday and appeared to be injured. Will he miss…
The Columbus Blue Jackets came oh so close to the playoffs in 2024-25. Several of their key players had great seasons that allowed them to be in position to stay in the race all season. But as with any team that falls short, changes and tweaks need to be made in an effort to improve. For these Blue Jackets, one area of focus for them is being an improved forechecking team. The desire to improve on the forecheck makes perfect sense. Which team has been at the top of the mountain in the NHL? The Florida Panthers. What are they…
*this article was updated in October 2025**this archive was originally written by Ryan Gagne Hockey players train their entire lives to make it to the best league in the world and work even harder to stay. Although everyone dreams of hoisting the Stanley Cup at some point, others have the privilege of playing their entire careers with one organization and never get that chance at a championship. Related: 10 NHL Players Who Played Their Entire Career With One Team Very few skaters in league history have played their whole careers with one organization because, in a salary-cap world, it’s hard…
The Columbus Blue Jackets dropped their final home preseason game Tuesday night, falling 4-3 to the Washington Capitals at Nationwide Arena. With a full NHL roster on the ice (minus Kirill Marchenko), the Blue Jackets now sit at 2-4-0 in exhibition play. The next time they return to Nationwide Arena will be for the regular season home opener on Monday, Oct. 13, against the New Jersey Devils. Connor McMichael and Tom Wilson both tallied a goal and an assist for the Capitals, while Logan Thompson stopped 36 of 39 shots to earn the win. Captain Boone Jenner scored twice on…
As the upcoming season quickly approaches, the New Jersey Devils are in a fantastic spot. Their core players already appear game-ready, and fans are buzzing with anticipation to see what the club can accomplish in 2025-26. Advancing to the postseason was the first step, but now the team has their sights set on the Stanley Cup. As always, this series will serve as a sneak peek into what this season could have in store for each player, including previews, potential storylines, and predictions. This installment features Luke Glendening, a veteran forward who continues to prove why he deserves a roster…
On Thursday evening, the New Jersey Devils headed east to face their rival New York Rangers for what was essentially their last true preseason contest, as head coach Sheldon Keefe said most of their starters will sit for Saturday’s finale in Philly. Despite some rocky moments, the Devils fought through and grinded out a 3-1 victory. Related: Devils Bringing Back Beer Stick for Select Games + New Food Lineup Quick Anecdote: Slow Start Slow starts have plagued the Devils in recent seasons, and after they dominated puck possession for the first half of the opening frame, they had nothing going…
On Thursday, Oct. 2, the New York Rangers hosted the New Jersey Devils for their second-to-last matchup of the preseason. The Devils struck first in the first period, but the Rangers tied it up in the second. With two goals in the third period, the Devils were victorious, 3-1. Game Recap For the majority of the first period, the two teams played clean, back-and-forth hockey. Late into the first, Arseni Gritsyuk gained control of the puck off a bad pass in the center of the ice. Paul Cotter caught up to Gritsyuk and skated up to the net with him….
*this article was updated in October 2025**this archive was originally written by Ryan Gagne Hockey players train their entire lives to make it to the best league in the world and work even harder to stay. Although everyone dreams of hoisting the Stanley Cup at some point, others have the privilege of playing their entire careers with one organization and never get that chance at a championship. Related: 10 NHL Players Who Played Their Entire Career With One Team Very few skaters in league history have played their whole careers with one organization because, in a salary-cap world, it’s hard…
In the years when the New York Islanders consistently finished at the bottom of the standings, then-general manager Garth Snow made one of the most talked-about trades among Islanders fans. It was a simple swap of Nino Niederreiter for Cal Clutterbuck, but the deal will always be debated. Let’s take a look back at the trade that was made on July 1, 2013, between the Islanders and the Minnesota Wild. Cal Clutterbuck In every season that Clutterbuck played in at least 70 games for the Wild, he scored at least 10 goals. When he came to the Islanders, he had only…
Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 30 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 2 Oct. 1 has been a very busy day over the years. The greatest player in NHL history had his number retired by the team he started his career with. The greatest coach ever returned to the bench to lead another team to the promised land. There were new captains named, plenty of trades, and even a retirement. So, let’s take our daily trip back in time to relive all the memories from this date. 99 Heads to the Rafters The Edmonton Oilers held a special pregame ceremony on…
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 2 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 4 The most storied team in NHL history signed one of their most legendary players on this date. Also, the first regular-season game outside of North America was played, an all-time great announced his retirement, and six new captains were named all across the league. The THW time machine is warmed up and ready to take back through the decades to revisit all the best memories from Oct. 3. Beliveau Signs His First Deal The Montreal Canadiens have had numerous legends of the game wear their uniform throughout the…
On Thursday evening, the New Jersey Devils headed east to face their rival New York Rangers for what was essentially their last true preseason contest, as head coach Sheldon Keefe said most of their starters will sit for Saturday’s finale in Philly. Despite some rocky moments, the Devils fought through and grinded out a 3-1 victory. Related: Devils Bringing Back Beer Stick for Select Games + New Food Lineup Quick Anecdote: Slow Start Slow starts have plagued the Devils in recent seasons, and after they dominated puck possession for the first half of the opening frame, they had nothing going…
On Thursday, Oct. 2, the New York Rangers hosted the New Jersey Devils for their second-to-last matchup of the preseason. The Devils struck first in the first period, but the Rangers tied it up in the second. With two goals in the third period, the Devils were victorious, 3-1. Game Recap For the majority of the first period, the two teams played clean, back-and-forth hockey. Late into the first, Arseni Gritsyuk gained control of the puck off a bad pass in the center of the ice. Paul Cotter caught up to Gritsyuk and skated up to the net with him….
*this article was updated in October 2025**this archive was originally written by Ryan Gagne Hockey players train their entire lives to make it to the best league in the world and work even harder to stay. Although everyone dreams of hoisting the Stanley Cup at some point, others have the privilege of playing their entire careers with one organization and never get that chance at a championship. Related: 10 NHL Players Who Played Their Entire Career With One Team Very few skaters in league history have played their whole careers with one organization because, in a salary-cap world, it’s hard…
We’re officially in the back half of the Philadelphia Flyers’ 2025 preseason schedule. Four games down, three games to go before the Orange and Black take the ice for games that matter, starting on Oct. 9 with a formidable-but-hobbled Florida Panthers team. There are still about 40 players remaining on the team’s training camp roster, a number that has to be slashed nearly in half in the next week. For a good chunk of those players, there’s a lot of certainty about whether they’ll be starting the season with the big team or not. However, a handful, many of whom…
Dating back to 1967, when the NHL saw its first expansion, the Philadelphia Flyers have had one of the most iconic uniforms in hockey. As one of the only teams to utilize the color orange in their uniform, the Flyers sweaters have almost always stood out. On top of that, the use of the same primary logo during their 58-year history has made them one of the league’s most recognizable franchises. The Flyers’ jersey has never really undergone a significant change. They’ve never strayed from their original color palette of orange, black, and white, and the unwavering use of the…
*this article was updated in October 2025**this archive was originally written by Ryan Gagne Hockey players train their entire lives to make it to the best league in the world and work even harder to stay. Although everyone dreams of hoisting the Stanley Cup at some point, others have the privilege of playing their entire careers with one organization and never get that chance at a championship. Related: 10 NHL Players Who Played Their Entire Career With One Team Very few skaters in league history have played their whole careers with one organization because, in a salary-cap world, it’s hard…
Yesterday, The Athletic ran a piece titled “The NHL’s 10 most important skaters over 35, from franchise cornerstones to playoff X-factors.” It was a fascinating look at players who’ve managed to stay productive in a young man’s league (from “The NHL’s 10 most important skaters over 35, from franchise cornerstones to playoff X-factors,” Murat Ates, The Athletic, 20/09/2025). Related: Whalers’ All-Time Greatest Lineup Among the names, two stood out for obvious reasons: Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins and John Tavares of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Both are still driving play well past the point when most players start sliding…
Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 30 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 2 Oct. 1 has been a very busy day over the years. The greatest player in NHL history had his number retired by the team he started his career with. The greatest coach ever returned to the bench to lead another team to the promised land. There were new captains named, plenty of trades, and even a retirement. So, let’s take our daily trip back in time to relive all the memories from this date. 99 Heads to the Rafters The Edmonton Oilers held a special pregame ceremony on…
*this article was updated in October 2025**this archive was originally written by Ryan Gagne Hockey players train their entire lives to make it to the best league in the world and work even harder to stay. Although everyone dreams of hoisting the Stanley Cup at some point, others have the privilege of playing their entire careers with one organization and never get that chance at a championship. Related: 10 NHL Players Who Played Their Entire Career With One Team Very few skaters in league history have played their whole careers with one organization because, in a salary-cap world, it’s hard…
The countdown to the NHL regular season is officially on. With less than a week until action begins, many players are geared up and ready to go, while others may be feeling a bit more on edge. Training camp rosters continue to be pared down each day as teams prepare their final roster for the start of the season. A team full of extremely talented skaters fighting for a small number of spots is the Washington Capitals. Nearly every preseason, players in their pipeline begin the fight for a slot in the lineup, and only a handful make it to…
Alex Ovechkin isn’t the type to make grand announcements. He doesn’t walk into a room and declare, “This is my last year.” He’s 40 now, a hockey lifer, and one of the best goal scorers the game has ever seen. Yet, the question is on everyone’s mind: How many more seasons will Ovechkin lace them up for the Washington Capitals? Related: Capitals Are Counting on Underrated Fehervary in 2025-26 Tarik El-Bashir, longtime Capitals reporter, recently broke it down on the FAN Hockey Show. In his view, Ovechkin’s next move comes down to three key factors: his physical well-being, the team’s…