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Jesperi Kotkaniemi

3 Names the Avalanche Should Target After Olympic Freeze

Ryan Womeldorf | February 10, 2026

The last time we saw the Colorado Avalanche, they defeated the San Jose Sharks in a much needed win just before the Olympic break. As the various Avalanche members head…

Categories Colorado Avalanche

Avalanche Should Be Targeting These 3 Players in Trade

Ryan Womeldorf | January 12, 2026

It is hard to find much to complain about if you’re the Colorado Avalanche. Through 44 games, the Avalanche have amassed 72 points, a whopping 12 more than the Dallas…

Categories Colorado Avalanche, Editor's Choice

NHL Rumors: Bold Nylander Trade, Kadri Move, & Shopping Kotkaniemi

Jim Parsons | January 9, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the rumor mill kicked into a higher gear this week, with Elliotte Friedman highlighting several situations that could force teams into difficult, franchise-shaping decisions before…

Categories Calgary Flames, Carolina Hurricanes, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, New Jersey Devils, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: 2 Teams & Fleury, Failed Kotkaniemi Trade, Canucks “Hybrid Rebuild”

Jim Parsons | December 25, 2025

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Marc-André Fleury’s name is resurfacing in comeback chatter, and two teams are being closely linked. Meanwhile, the Carolina Hurricanes may not be done shopping for…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Rumors, Vancouver Canucks

2018 NHL Entry Draft Top 10: Where Are They Now?

Eugene Helfrick | December 13, 2025

It’s interesting how long seven years can feel in sports. There are times that these Top 10 Draft Pick articles feel rather dull, as the players are just starting their…

Categories Archives, Hockey History, NHL Entry Draft

Revisiting the Canadiens’ 2018 NHL Draft: Best in Almost 3 Decades

Blain Potvin | November 10, 2025

The Montreal Canadiens had six top 90 picks heading into the 2018 NHL Entry Draft. A good draft is when you can get two regulars from it, which the Habs already have. That…

Categories Archives, Canadiens History, Hockey History, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Entry Draft

Jesperi Kotkaniemi’s Tenure in Hurricanes’ Top-6 Continues…For Now

Conor Power | August 29, 2025

The Carolina Hurricanes are going into a new season with Jesperi Kotkaniemi remaining as the second-line center. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour essentially confirmed this in a recent interview with 99.9…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Editor's Choice

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Kotkaniemi Hire, Stolarz’s “Snub” & Domi’s Challenge

The Old Prof | August 22, 2025

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to give fans plenty to talk about as training camp creeps closer. While the roster remains largely set, the front office has been busy making…

Categories Column, Editor's Choice, News and Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumours: Robertson, Kadri, Canadian Olympic Roster, Canucks

Jacob Billington | August 2, 2025

In today’s NHL rumour rundown, Nicholas Robertson has signed a new extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that he is a sure-fire lock for the…

Categories Calgary Flames, Carolina Hurricanes, Editor's Choice, Minnesota Wild, NHL Rumors, Olympics, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks

3 Carolina Hurricanes Players to Take the Next Step in 2025-26

Zach Martin | July 19, 2025

The 2025-26 schedules are officially out, and the NHL is another day closer to opening night, a day fans are ready to be here. Regarding the Carolina Hurricanes, they’re officially…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Hurricanes Are Better Off Keeping Jesperi Kotkaniemi

Conor Power | June 26, 2025

The Carolina Hurricanes had a great season, especially given what they lost last summer. Now, with all the assets and cap space they have accrued, the excitement for the summer…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Hurricanes Can Be Aggressive This Offseason With Trade for Sabres’ Peterka & Thompson

Zach Martin | June 17, 2025

It’s been well documented that the Carolina Hurricanes are poised to be aggressive this upcoming 2025 offseason with $28.4 million in cap space. They also have 21 draft picks over…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Carolina Hurricanes
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