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Brian Burke

The Mike Komisarek Story: From Canadiens’ Hammer to Maple Leafs’ What-If

The Old Prof | September 23, 2025

If you were a Montreal Canadiens fan in the mid-2000s, odds are you remember Mike Komisarek: big frame, bigger hits, zero nonsense. Related: Today in Hockey History: Sept. 23 Komisarek…

Categories Canadiens History, Canucks History, Hockey History, Maple Leafs History, Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks

Matthews’ 70-Goal Attempt Is Familiar Story for Maple Leafs Fans

The Old Prof | April 19, 2024

In the last game of the season against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Auston Matthews tried hard but failed to bring home goal number 70 over the regular season. He ended…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Canucks News & Rumors: Hughes, Hronek & Burke

Sartaaj Bhullar | September 9, 2023

In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, the organization naming Quinn Hughes as captain has become more likely. Also, Filip Hronek went through an impressive transformation over…

Categories Column, News and Rumors, Vancouver Canucks

Best & Worst Trades During Burke’s Time with the Maple Leafs

Spencer Lazary | July 30, 2023

When Brian Burke was hired as the general manager (GM) of the Toronto Maple Leafs, it appeared like the team’s course would take a dramatic turn. But that’s not how it…

Categories Hockey History, Maple Leafs History, Trades Contracts and Transactions

26 Seconds: How The Penguins Collapse Affected 7 NHL Teams

Alex Wauthy | June 2, 2023

Twenty-six seconds. Twenty-six seconds in a seemingly redundant game between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Pittsburgh Penguins on April 11 influenced the NHL’s landscape this season and for the decade…

Categories Editor's Choice, Florida Panthers, Pittsburgh Penguins

NHL Rumors: Penguins, Ducks, Avalanche, Canadiens, Senators

Jim Parsons | April 14, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Pittsburgh Penguins cleaned house on Friday, firing a number of executives. What’s next for the team? Meanwhile, the Anaheim Ducks have chosen not to…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Colorado Avalanche, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Rumors, Ottawa Senators, Pittsburgh Penguins

Analyzing the Bruins Through Brian Burke’s Eyes

Vince Reilly | August 23, 2022

Brian Burke has seen just about everything during his hockey career. From his time as a player to becoming a Harvard-educated lawyer to his time in front offices across the…

Categories Boston Bruins

Penguins News & Rumors: Burke Talks Malkin, Free-Agent Targets & More

Shane Seney | July 12, 2022

Welcome to Pittsburgh Penguins News & Rumors, where nothing is off the table, and the possibilities are endless. For our latest episode, we dive into the Evgeni Malkin contract negotiations, showcase…

Categories Column, News and Rumors, Pittsburgh Penguins

Pittsburgh Penguins’ Kasperi Kapanen Becoming Prime Trade Bait

Shane Seney | January 31, 2022

The Pittsburgh Penguins sit comfortably in a playoff position as we hover around the half-way mark of the season. While their management duo of Brian Burke and Ron Hextall won’t…

Categories Pittsburgh Penguins

Penguins News & Rumors: Burke Addresses Trades, Head Coach & More

Shane Seney | January 10, 2022

Welcome to Pittsburgh Penguins News & Rumors, where we cover all the hot topics about the club and dive into more than just box scores. Get ready for some rapid-fire…

Categories Column, News and Rumors, Pittsburgh Penguins

Penguins’ Early Struggles Could Result in Blockbuster Trades

Shane Seney | October 4, 2021

The Pittsburgh Penguins are starting the season behind the eight ball. The team has already been hit with injuries as the likes of Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin are both…

Categories Editor's Choice, Pittsburgh Penguins

Penguins Have Reason to Consider Trading Sidney Crosby

Marko Zlomislic | September 13, 2021

To those who managed to suppress their rage at the headline long enough to click through to the commentary, welcome. This is meant to be an honest and rational evaluation…

Categories Editor's Choice, Pittsburgh Penguins
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