Why the Oilers Released Mike Hoffman from his PTO Eric James | September 30, 2024 The Edmonton Oilers announced that they have released Mike Hoffman from his professional tryout (PTO) on Monday. The veteran forward played in four games for the Oilers, scoring a goal…
Breaking Down Mike Hoffman’s PTO With the Edmonton Oilers Brian Swane | September 19, 2024 On Wednesday (Sept. 18), the Edmonton Oilers announced that veteran centre Mike Hoffman had been signed by the team to a professional tryout (PTO). A fifth-round pick in the 2009…
NHL Rumors: Oilers, Maple Leafs, Bruins and PTOs Jim Parsons | September 18, 2024 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers have added an unexpected name to their roster on a PTO for training camp. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs made a few…
Could the Maple Leafs Be in the Market for a Left Winger? Rupert McDonald | August 26, 2024 The 2024-25 season is less than two months away, but the Toronto Maple Leafs may not be done making changes to their roster just yet. After another disappointing playoff exit,…
Sharks 2023-24 Player Grades: Mike Hoffman William Espy | June 19, 2024 The San Jose Sharks had quite a few players who didn’t live up to their expectations this past season, however, one of the most disappointing was summer acquisition Mike Hoffman.…
4 Sharks Who Won’t Be Back in 2024-25 Alex Hutton | April 8, 2024 Long eliminated from the playoffs, the San Jose Sharks are pivoting to what comes next. With a rebuilding roster and several young players and prospects on the rise, the opening…
Canadiens Continue to Struggle on Power Play to End 2023-24 Ryan Szporer | March 31, 2024 Despite a narrative to the contrary, the Montreal Canadiens’ power play has been one of their main weaknesses this 2023-24 season.
Sharks’ Defensive Effort Lets Them Down in Loss to Ducks William Espy | March 1, 2024 The San Jose Sharks hosted the Anaheim Ducks for the final time this season on Thursday. Before warmups even concluded, things got interesting. Ilya Lubushkin was pulled in favor of…
3 Sharks With Depreciating Trade Values William Espy | February 26, 2024 The San Jose Sharks are certainly going to be sellers at the trade deadline this year, and as our Alex Hutton discussed earlier this week, veterans will play a key…
After Hot Stretch, San Jose Sharks Regressing to the Mean Alex Hutton | December 21, 2023 Following an 18-game stretch in which they averaged more than a point per game, the San Jose Sharks have taken a step back with three straight losses. But the struggles…
NHL Rumors: Islanders, Blue Jackets, Sharks, Wild, Blues Jim Parsons | December 15, 2023 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Zach Parise is working out in preparation for an NHL comeback. Will he wind up playing somewhere other than with the New York Islanders? Meanwhile,…
Duclair, Hoffman and Granlund Essential to Sharks’ Turnaround Alex Hutton | December 12, 2023 When the San Jose Sharks overhauled large portions of their roster this offseason, they probably knew there would be an adjustment period. Mike Hoffman, Anthony Duclair and Mikael Granlund headlined…