David Kampf Will Be a Key to Maple Leafs’ Playoff Success The Old Prof | May 2, 2022 In the upcoming Toronto Maple Leafs’ first-round matchup with the Tampa Bay Lightning, many factors will go into deciding the outcome of the series. Both teams are highly talented with…
Canadiens Center Dvorak’s Place on Roster Safe for Now Ryan Szporer | March 30, 2022 It’s safe to say Montreal Canadiens forward Christian Dvorak’s got the confidence of interim head coach Martin St. Louis.
Kings’ Danault Has Been Last Summer’s Best Free-Agent Signing Austin Stanovich | March 25, 2022 The Los Angeles Kings have surprised many, as they currently sit second in the Pacific Division. One of the main reasons they have found so much success this season has…
Kings News & Rumors: Andersson, Second Line & More Zackary Weiner | February 26, 2022 In this edition of Los Angeles Kings News & Rumors, I discuss Lias Andersson’s first practice in a regular jersey since returning from injury and the recent performance of the second…
Islanders & Canadiens Show How Rosters Built on Depth Quickly Unravel Mike Fink | February 23, 2022 Last season, the New York Islanders were only one game away from facing the Montreal Canadiens in the Stanley Cup Final. The two teams were well-built, and their balanced rosters…
NHL’s Best Forward Lines of 2021-22 Marko Zlomislic | February 23, 2022 Whether a team is an aspiring Stanley Cup contender or one of the NHL’s basement-dwellers, being able to trot out a dependable forward line night after night is a key…
Top Canadiens Trade-Deadline Deals in Bergevin Era Ryan Szporer | February 13, 2022 The Montreal Canadiens can find some inspiration from ex-GM Marc Bergevin’s past wheeling and dealing next 2022 trade deadline.
6 Takeaways from the Kings’ Triumphant 6-Game Road Trip Katie Nash | February 9, 2022 The Los Angeles Kings are currently in the midst of a 12-day break, which was well earned given they finished with 10 out of a possible 12 points going 4-0-2…
NHL Talk: Kraken, Oilers, Kings, Flames & Wild Tom P. | February 3, 2022 The daily “NHL Talk” column is your go-to for quotes from players, coaches, managers, and more. Also, listen to THW contributors talk hockey every weekday on The Hockey Writers Podcast, available…
Kings News & Rumors: Byfield’s Debut, Schedule Changes, & More Austin Stanovich | January 20, 2022 In this edition of Los Angeles Kings News & Rumors, I’ll be discussing Quinton Byfield making his season debut, the schedule changes, and Phillip Danault‘s $5,000 fine. Byfield to Debut…
Revisiting Departed Canadiens Players From 2020-21 Team Melissa Boyd | November 27, 2021 Given the Montreal Canadiens’ well-documented struggles through the first quarter of the 2021-22 season, there’s no time like the present to reminisce about happier times and check in on the…
3 Takeaways From Kings’ Commanding Win Over Maple Leafs Austin Stanovich | November 9, 2021 The Los Angeles Kings have now extended their winning streak to five and are officially the hottest team in hockey. Their commanding 5-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on…