Maple Leafs “Premium Asset” Trade Has Disaster Written All Over It
The Toronto Maple Leafs are ready to make a move, and according to insider Elliotte Friedman, it won’t be a small one. Toronto sits at 3-4-2 and last in the…
Jim P. · · 4 min read
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NHL Rumours: Hellebuyck Suspension Ending, Larkin Move Coming & Leafs Eyeing Big Trade
In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off with the Winnipeg Jets and Connor Hellebuyck, whose suspension is ending. Will he rejoin the team? Next, Dylan Larkin could be on…
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Wild Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Injury Problems, Top Line Shines & Solid Defense
After spending a bit of time on the road, the Wild were able to get in some games on their home ice this past week. They had a good start…
Mariah (. · · 5 min read
Why Are the Maple Leafs Jumping Bo Groulx Beside Auston Matthews on the Top Line?
Today, news broke that William Nylander is ill and unavailable. In his place, the Toronto Maple Leafs have to decide how to fill the hole in their lineup. The obvious…
The P. · · 4 min read
Today in Hockey History: Oct. 19
Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 18 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 20 If you like legendary names, then Oct. 19 is the date for you. Some of the greatest players…
Matthew Z. · · 9 min read
NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs Protect Cowan, Larkin Concern, Penguins Shopping Rakell
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs appear unwilling to include Easton Cowan in a major trade for defensive help, while the Detroit Red Wings may be feeling…
Jim P. · · 4 min read
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Stenberg vs. McKenna & Lettieri Gets a Chance
The Toronto Maple Leafs have a couple of interesting stories to follow as they try to find their footing early in the season. One takes us back to the 2026…
The P. · · 4 min read
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2026 NHL Free Agency Tracker
NHL free agency is right around the corner. This class may be one of the weakest in years, but keep up with all the major signings with our free agency…
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7 Reasons Connor McDavid Is the World’s Best Hockey Player
Fans love the Annual TSN Player Rankings, which traditionally comes out before the start of the NHL’s regular season. It creates endless debate on social media channels such as Twitter…
Dale B. · · 4 min read
7 Biggest NHL Players in Today’s Game
*This archive was updated in Oct. 2026 In today’s NHL, speed dominates. No longer can teams roster slow, hulking defensemen capable of obstructing opponents into submission. But, if a player…
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Top 10 Russians in the NHL Today
Russians comprise some of the most talented, most dominant players in the NHL today. In the past decade alone, they have won Vezina Trophies, “Rocket” Richards, Hart Memorials, Art Ross…
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Jets Call Up Yager; Place Morrissey on Injured Reserve
The Winnipeg Jets have called up forward Brayden Yager from the Manitoba Moose. The 21 year old has gotten off…
Declan S. · · 2 min read
NHL News Roundup: DeBrincat Extension, Kaprizov & More
It was another busy week in the NHL. From more injury news to trades and contract extensions, here are the…
Alex C. · · 6 min read
Blue Jackets Can’t Be Properly Judged Until Ivan Provorov Returns
Coming off a tough 2-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild on Sunday night, the Columbus Blue Jackets return home for…
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Jets Should Bench Connor Hellebuyck if He Returns to the Team
Just because Connor Hellebuyck seems set to return to the Winnipeg Jets’ organization doesn’t mean he should play another minute…
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Top 3 Canadiens Performers So Far This Season
The Montreal Canadiens have had an interesting start to the 2026-27 season. While there have been some encouraging performances, the team has also experienced its fair share of struggles, particularly defensively and between the pipes. However, despite the inconsistencies, several players have stepped up and given fans plenty of reasons to be optimistic about what lies ahead. Some of those players were expected to play important roles, while others have exceeded expectations and are making a strong case for more responsibilities moving forward. With eight games in the books, here are three Canadiens players who have stood out the most to begin the season. Lane Hutson At this point, what more can be said about Lane Hutson? The young defenseman continues to establish himself as one of the most exciting players in the NHL, and his start to the 2026-27 campaign has been nothing short of impressive. Through the Canadiens’ first eight games, Hutson has recorded eight points, averaging exactly a point per game. While those offensive numbers are already impressive for a defenseman, what makes his performance even more remarkable is the responsibility he has taken on. Hutson is averaging over 26 minutes of ice time per game, an enormous workload for a player who is still so young. He has become an essential part of Montreal’s defensive group, playing in virtually every situation and regularly being relied upon to generate offense from the blue line. What makes Hutson so special is his ability to create something out of seemingly nothing. His vision, skating, and creativity allow him to find passing lanes that most players would never even consider. Even when opponents appear to have him contained, he somehow manages to escape pressure and create a scoring opportunity. Of course, there are still areas of his game that can improve, particularly defensively. However, considering his age and the responsibilities he already carries, it is difficult not to be impressed. If Hutson continues producing at this pace while handling such significant minutes, there is little doubt that he will remain one of Montreal’s most valuable players throughout the season. Zachary Bolduc Another player who deserves considerable recognition for his strong start is Zachary Bolduc. Bolduc’s first season with the Canadiens did not necessarily go as everyone had hoped. There were some encouraging moments, but consistency was an issue, and he struggled at times to establish himself as a reliable offensive contributor. However, the beginning of his second campaign in Montreal has been a completely different story. Through eight games, Bolduc has already recorded six points and has been one of the Canadiens’ most productive offensive players. In fact, only Cole Caufield has scored more goals for Montreal to this point in the season. That is certainly an encouraging development for a player the Canadiens are hoping can become an important part of their offensive core for years to come. Beyond his production during regulation, Bolduc has also delivered in the shootout, scoring a couple of important goals and demonstrating the confidence he possesses with the puck on his stick. His shot has always been one of his biggest strengths, and when he is playing with confidence, he can be a dangerous offensive weapon. He is not afraid to shoot the puck, and his ability to finish scoring opportunities gives Montreal another threat beyond its established stars. The biggest challenge for Bolduc will now be maintaining this level of play throughout the season. Eight games represent a relatively small sample size, but there is no denying that his start has been encouraging. If he can continue producing consistently, Bolduc could quickly become one of the Canadiens’ most important secondary scoring options.…
William B. · · 7 min read
Red Wings Hold Leverage in Dylan Larkin Trade Talks
The clock on Dylan Larkin’s time with the Detroit Red Wings might finally be running. Speaking on the Oct. 16…
Alexander R. · · 6 min read
Blues’ Standouts of the Week: Special Teams, McTavish, and Berggren
Welcome to another look at the St. Louis Blues’ standouts of the week. The team spent last week on a…
Andrew W. · · 4 min read
Canucks Prospects Report: Novotny, Cootes & Romani Shine Again
The Vancouver Canucks may be mired in a seven-game losing streak, but their prospects, particularly the trio of Adam Novotny,…
Matthew Z. · · 5 min read
3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 2-1 Win Over the Blue Jackets
The Minnesota Wild played host to the Columbus Blue Jackets on their Hockey Fights Cancer night, Sunday evening, Oct. 18; it…
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