Maple Leafs’ Top 2 Lines Heading in Opposite Directions
Through the first few games of the 2026-27 NHL season, the Toronto Maple Leafs have seen some good in their top line and some lack of production from their second…
Andrew F. · · 5 min read
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NHL Rumors: Laine and Perron Signings, Zacha News, Marchand Update
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Patrik Laine remains unsigned, but it might not be for long. At the same time, David Perron is also waiting for the right opportunity, and…
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Maple Leafs’ Patience Paying Off With Simon Edvinsson’s Trade Request
With the season in full swing there are still a number of players that have quite a few question marks surrounding them. Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck hasn’t played a…
Peter B. · · 4 min read
Montembeault Injury Scare Creates an Early Concern for the Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens may have been dealt another early-season blow Wednesday, as goaltender Samuel Montembeault appeared to suffer an injury during practice. There is still plenty we do not know…
William B. · · 4 min read
Grading Oilers & Penguins’ Stastney-for-Hallander Swap
The Edmonton Oilers had too many defensemen on their roster, while the Pittsburgh Penguins were dealing with an overabundance of forwards. On Wednesday (Oct. 7) morning, those two teams swapped…
Jesse C. · · 4 min read
Flames Look to Boost Stale Offence by Calling Up Castagna & Suniev
The Calgary Flames heard the cries to bring up young talent and answered the call. On Wednesday, the team called up forwards Aydar Suniev and Jonathan Castagna after forward Connor…
Thomas I. · · 4 min read
Oilers’ Trade Interest in Kirby Dach Is Very Puzzling
While the Edmonton Oilers own a 2-0-1 record through their first three games of the season, it’s fair to say there have been a few points of concern with their…
Rupert M. · · 4 min read
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Penguins’ Most Creative Player Nicknames Through the Years
Every professional hockey player acquires a nickname by the end of his career, whether he plays just a few games or a collection of seasons. These nicknames are often simple,…
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NHL’s 10 Best Coaches for 2026-27: Preseason Update
Now that the 2026-27 season is underway, we are updating our lists of the top 10 players for each position, as well as coaches. It goes without saying that it…
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The Edmonton Oilers addressed their forward depth on Wednesday, acquiring centre Filip Hallander from the Pittsburgh Penguins for defenceman Spencer…
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It took just three games for Evan Bouchard to declare where he belongs in the Norris Trophy conversation. The Edmonton…
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The Montreal Canadiens entered the 2026-27 season with high expectations after another step forward last year. Through three games, however,…
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Takeaways From Predators’ 5-4 OT Loss to the Maple Leafs
The Nashville Predators (1-1-1) were very close to winning their road debut against the bulked-up Toronto Maple Leafs. They showed…
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On Tuesday night, the New Jersey Devils returned to Prudential Center for their second home game of 2026-27, hosting the…
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Sebastian Aho & Andrei Svechnikov’s Hot Starts Matter for the Hurricanes
Through four games in the 2026-27 season, the Carolina Hurricanes are 2-1-1 after winning their last two games on the…
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Blue Jackets Trends: Knies Rolls While Werenski, Mateychuk Log Heavy Minutes
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Mammoth’s Borikov on American Hockey, NHL Preseason, and His Road to the NHL
Yegor Borikov capped his time in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) with a strong 2025-26 season, recording 30 points (16…
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