Isles’ Prospect Dal Colle Could Push out Okposo or Nielsen Christopher Lizza | August 19, 2015 The New York Islanders have incredible depth at forward, both on the main roster and in the pipeline. The Islanders, in my opinion, have the best fourth line in hockey…
Isles GM Snow Using Cap Management as Team Asset Christopher Lizza | August 12, 2015 As we enter the 2015-16 season, it is clear to me how critical salary cap management is in the NHL today. A general manager must be able to manage his team’s salary…
Examining if NBA-Style Salary Cap Exceptions Could Work in the NHL Dan Mount | August 5, 2015 The National Hockey League offseason has once again forced front offices to make hard choices and let go of some key personnel. The Chicago Blackhawks were once again forced to…
The Carl Hagelin Arithmetic Jason E. Bisnoff | July 16, 2015 The Rangers were unable to change the ending, but now they are creating a blueprint to remain cup contenders over the next few years. Of the changes this offseason, the major…
A New Look for the Kings Top-Six Cole Querry | June 28, 2015 Young stars like Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel headlined the draft weekend, but the Boston Bruins made headlines of their own with a few big trades. One of those trades included…
Islanders & Cap Strapped Teams Trade Talk Part II Christopher Lizza | June 14, 2015 Isles in Position to Make Deals The New York Islanders will approach the 2015-16 season as a talented young team trying to take that next big step. Last season we…
Commentary: Snow’s Priorities Include Vital UFAs Christopher Lizza | June 12, 2015 This summer, New York Islanders general manager Garth Snow has some contract work to do. The Isles have three key players who will be unrestricted free agents after next season in Matt Martin,…
Pending Matters Handcuffing Kings Offseason Cole Querry | May 22, 2015 An Offseason Not like Many Others Yes, the Kings failed to make the playoffs for the first time since 2008-2009 and are the fifth team in NHL history to fail…
Ed Snider is Right, Flyers Can Compete Next Season Andy Dudones | March 26, 2015 Pardon Ed Snider for wanting a competitive team sooner rather than later. The 82-year-old founder and owner of the Philadelphia Flyers isn’t used to down seasons, nor is he fond…
Flyers Staying out of Trade Deadline Drama Andy Dudones | February 12, 2015 One of the perks of being a team trapped in hockey limbo is avoiding the drama that’s paired with the NHL trade deadline. Sure, the idea of getting a shiny…
Leafs’ Salary Cap Woes: Kessel, Clarkson, and Phaneuf Adam R | February 9, 2015 I’ve been thinking a lot and writing a lot about the Leafs salary cap predicament. The reason being, while the team is not doing so well, the current salaries and…
Managing The Johan Franzen Salary Cap Situation Prashanth Iyer | February 9, 2015 On January 6th, Detroit Red Wings forward Johan Franzen sustained a concussion, forcing him out of action. Franzen, who has a long history of concussions, has missed the last 12…