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Ian Cole

Revisiting the Tampa Bay Lightning’s 2022 Free Agency Class

Jack Pallotta | August 8, 2024

Every July, teams around the NHL have a golden opportunity to upgrade their roster. The first week of free agency is one of the most exciting times of the year…

Categories Lightning History, Tampa Bay Lightning

Ian Cole Sees High Potential in Young Utah Team

Chase Beardsley | July 12, 2024

After 17 seasons in the NHL, two Stanley Cups, and playing for eight different teams, Ian Cole is reaching the twilight of his hockey career. He’s won big, scored some…

Categories Utah Hockey Club, Utah Hockey Club Transactions

NHL Rumors: Sharks, Rangers, Canucks, Flyers

Jim Parsons | June 8, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, will the San Jose Sharks have any hesitation taking Macklin Celebrini if he chooses to return to college next season? In New York, nothing is…

Categories Editor's Choice, New York Rangers, NHL Rumors, Philadelphia Flyers, San Jose Sharks, Vancouver Canucks

Canucks News & Rumors: Necas, Cole, Sedins & More

Sartaaj Bhullar | June 6, 2024

In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, the asking price for Martin Necas might be too much for Vancouver. Also, Ian Cole will be a free agent…

Categories Commentary, News and Rumors, Vancouver Canucks

Canucks’ Rebuilt Defence & Goaltending Have Led to Contention

Matthew Zator | March 25, 2024

On March 25, 2023, the Vancouver Canucks were 32-34-5, good for 69 points. Fast forward a year later, and they are 45-18-8 and a full 29 points better in the…

Categories Canucks Management, Vancouver Canucks

Early Sabres’ Trade Deadline Targets on Defense

JP Gambatese | September 11, 2023

It’s no secret that the Buffalo Sabres’ defense, albeit improved, is a weak spot on the roster. Past the big two of Rasmus Dahlin and Owen Power, the depth is…

Categories Buffalo Sabres

Canucks’ Blue Line Will Make or Break 2023-24 Season

Sartaaj Bhullar | August 31, 2023

Since taking over, general manager Patrick Allvin has attempted to rebuild the Vancouver Canucks’ blue line. The club had one of the league’s best d-cores over 10 years ago, led…

Categories Vancouver Canucks

Canucks GM Making All the Right Free Agent Moves for Franchise

Alex Wauthy | July 11, 2023

In recent memory, the Vancouver Canucks have become the staple franchise of what not to do in free agency. Bloated contracts to middle-of-the-lineup players with excessive term has hamstrung the…

Categories Editor's Choice, Vancouver Canucks

Meet the New Canucks: Ian Cole

Scott Clarke | July 3, 2023

The Vancouver Canucks shored up their blue line in free agency, signing defenseman Ian Cole to a one-year deal worth $3 million. This will be the 34-year-old’s eighth NHL organization,…

Categories Vancouver Canucks

Canucks News & Rumors: 2023 Draft, Lucic, Cole & More

Sartaaj Bhullar | June 28, 2023

In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors, the organization will likely keep the 11th overall pick at the 2023 Draft and have a few options to select.…

Categories Commentary, News and Rumors, Vancouver Canucks

Calgary Flames’ Free Agent Targets: Tampa Bay Lightning

Rob Couch | May 29, 2023

The Calgary Flames have two choices under new general manager Craig Conroy. They can either keep their team intact, add scoring, and hope that not too many of their key…

Categories Calgary Flames, Tampa Bay Lightning

3 Takeaways From Lightning’s 7-2 Loss to Maple Leafs

Colton Pankiw | April 21, 2023

No one expected this series to be easy for the Tampa Bay Lightning. Despite defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs by a decisive 7-3 final on Tuesday night, everyone including the…

Categories Tampa Bay Lightning
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