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Hockey 101: Throwing the Stick

Kenneth Laws | July 26, 2014

This post is part of our series Hockey 101 – geared towards newer fans. Every skater is responsible for the one piece of equipment he isn’t wearing. His stick is an extension…

Make NHL Overtime 6 on 6?

Michael Gwizdala | July 26, 2014

Your team is down a goal in the waning minutes of the third period. The coach signals the goalie to the bench and the extra attacker jumps onto the ice.…

Top 10 Most Likely to Be Traded

J.D. Burke | July 25, 2014

It is now late-July, and for the most part teams are content with the roster they are set to ice for the upcoming season. They are, at the very least,…

Becoming Your Dad? We’ve Got You Covered

Bruce Hollingdrake | July 22, 2014

During the summer there’s obviously a slow down in hockey news, so we explore the offbeat a little more. Here’s a neat ad that was shared with me recently –…

The Shootout; the NHL’s Smartest Decision?

Brady Smith | July 20, 2014

It’s quite the debate, something that nearly every hockey fan has an opinion on. Many feel that the shootout is an offensive showcase and an unfair way to decide a…

Is The NHL Repeating Previous Contract Mistakes?

Darrin Hayes | July 18, 2014

This off-season thus far has seen a lot of activity in the NHL. New rising stars have been drafted, trades have been made in hopes of improving teams, and free…

The NHL to Seattle: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Walter McLaughlin | July 17, 2014

When last I wrote on the subject, the sun, moon and stars were aligning perfectly. NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly was openly discussing expansion, a contingent of Seattle politicos were…

Predators Sign Centermen Ribeiro, Roy

Colin Fitts | July 15, 2014

With Mike Fisher being out the next 4-6 months, the Nashville Predators became very desperate in acquiring a center, whether it was via trade or free agency. The sign of desperation…

It’s Time To Do Away With Offer Sheets

THW Archives | July 9, 2014

You’re a general manager overlooking your roster for the upcoming season and you notice a gaping hole in your lineup. Your team is one #1 defenseman away from being a…

Is The NHL Finished With Mike Ribeiro?

Andy Dudones | July 9, 2014

After just his first season of a four-year, $22 million deal, the Arizona Coyotes are finished with Mike Ribeiro. And while the details of Ribeiro’s reversal of fortunes are a…

The Overpaid Free Agent Team: July 1 Edition

THW Archives | July 2, 2014

What is more Canadian than NHL Free Agency on Canada Day? It’s a day many fans have circled on their calendars to see where their GMs will make moves to…

2020-21: The NHL of the Future

Roarke Boes | July 1, 2014

It’s an exciting time in the NHL offseason. The NHL Entry Draft wrapped last weekend and we’re now in the midst of free agency frenzy. Ah, Christmas in July. The…