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Breaking Down the Oilers’ Preseason Goaltending

Brian Swane | October 1, 2022

At four games, the Edmonton Oilers have hit the midpoint of their 2022 preseason schedule, after defeating the Calgary Flames, 2-1, at Rogers Arena on Friday, Sept. 30, to improve…

5 Worst Avalanche/Nordiques Draft Classes of All-Time

J.D. Killian | May 5, 2022

The Colorado Avalanche/Quebec Nordiques hit home runs on some of their drafts, particularly in the first round. However, not every draft turned into a pot o’ gold. In fact, the…

AHL Central News: Wolves Clinch Title

Greg Boysen | May 14, 2021

The Chicago Wolves clinched the 2021 American Hockey League (AHL) Central Division championship with their two victories during the week. They led the way wire-to-wire after starting the abbreviated season…

Blue Jackets’ Frustration Clearly Boiling Over

Mark Scheig | March 29, 2021

Whatever traction was gained by playing the Carolina Hurricanes tough is now gone. Losing two games to the Detroit Red Wings the way the Columbus Blue Jackets did will do…

AHL Central News: IceHogs Stay Hot, Stars Drop a Pair in OT

Greg Boysen | March 18, 2021

The American Hockey League’s (AHL) Central Division had an exciting week with all of its games going beyond regulation. The Rockford IceHogs picked up their second straight overtime win over…

Red Wings’ Taxi Squad Provides a Unique Opportunity

Devin Little | December 23, 2020

The NHL season is on! With the new year just around the corner, the NHL announced an agreement with the NHLPA that acts as a green light for this season.…

Red Wings Have Farm System Decisions to Make in 2021

Ryan Guenter | December 16, 2020

As the hockey world collectively awaits further details about the 2020-21 NHL season, I cannot help but think of those individuals that have a vested interest. Specifically, signed, non-roster players…

Avalanche All-Decade Team: Goaltenders

J.D. Killian | January 1, 2020

As 2020 begins, it’s time to look back at the past decade for the Colorado Avalanche and remember players who left their mark. First up, goaltenders. The netminders feature the…

The Grind Line: Red Wings’ Best 2019-20 Offseason Signing So Far

Jake Rivard | August 19, 2019

What’s The Grind Line? Apart from the once-famous line of Kris Draper, Kirk Maltby, and either Joe Kocur or Darren McCarty, The Grind Line is also The Hockey Writers’ weekly…

Seattle’s Potential Targets: Projected UFAs

Larry Fisher | July 30, 2019

Seattle’s Potential Targets: Familiarity With Francis Seattle’s Potential Targets: Former Thunderbirds Seattle’s Potential Targets: Homegrown Talent Seattle’s Potential Targets: Vegas Veterans Seattle Mock Expansion Draft: Win Now Team Seattle Mock…

What to Expect from Red Wings’ 2019 Free Agent Signings

Jake Rivard | July 2, 2019

July 1st is a chaotic day for NHL general managers. It’s when dozens of players become free agents, signing contracts with contenders, rebuilding teams, and middle-of-the-road clubs looking to make…

The Grind Line: Grading the Red Wings’ Free Agent Signings

Tony Wolak | July 2, 2019

What’s The Grind Line? Apart from the once-famous line of Kris Draper, Kirk Maltby, and either Joe Kocur or Darren McCarty, The Grind Line is also The Hockey Writers’ weekly…

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