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Ryan O’Reilly

St. Louis Blues’ Best & Worst Trades

Ethan Carter | October 11, 2025

Like any other NHL franchise, the St. Louis Blues have made plenty of good trades, and plenty of bad trades. The recent trade history for the Blues has been very…

Categories Archives, Blues History, Hockey History, NHL Trade Analysis, St Louis Blues

5 Changes Maple Leafs Fans Want to See

The Old Prof | August 17, 2025

I, for one, read the comments that Toronto Maple Leafs fans add to the posts that I write each day as I cover the team. The point is that fans…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs Must Create a Culture Where Players Want to Stay

The Old Prof | August 15, 2025

Assembling a winning team is becoming increasingly challenging for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Between rising taxes, the high cost of living, and all the noise that comes with playing in…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs “Losing Players for Nothing” Hasn’t Always Been a Failure

The Old Prof | August 14, 2025

Every NHL offseason, the cry goes up: “We can’t lose him for nothing!” It’s a mantra fans repeat, a talking point for pundits, and sometimes even a player’s rallying cry.…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks

The Pressure in Toronto Is Real—And It’s Pushing Players Out

The Old Prof | July 14, 2025

When Ryan Reaves was traded to the San Jose Sharks this offseason, he didn’t just pack his bags—he left behind a pointed observation. In his words, “the whole city wanted…

Categories Editor's Choice, Toronto Maple Leafs

Hurricanes Should Pursue a Trade for Predators’ Ryan O’Reilly

Zach Martin | July 11, 2025

As the second week of the free agency is coming to a close, the Carolina Hurricanes have been busy so far. The team has made some key moves in getting…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Nashville Predators

If Marner Walks? Inside the Maple Leafs’ Uncomfortable Summer Scenario

The Old Prof | June 22, 2025

As Mitch Marner’s future with the Toronto Maple Leafs hangs in the balance, Luke Fox joined The FAN Hockey Show to break down what losing a franchise forward really means—and…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Devils Shouldn’t Pursue a Defenseman at the Trade Deadline

Donnah Campbell | February 28, 2025

The NHL trade deadline is one week away, but the New Jersey Devils haven’t made a move. General manager Tom Fitzgerald acquired a few key pieces during the offseason, including…

Categories New Jersey Devils

NHL Rumors: Karlsson, Penguins, Maple Leafs, Oilers

Jim Parsons | February 17, 2025

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Erik Karlsson is upping his trade value with his play at the 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament. Will that increase the odds he’s traded ahead of…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs

Jets Should Target These 4 Centres at the Trade Deadline

Declan Schroeder | February 10, 2025

The Winnipeg Jets, first place in the Central Division and Western Conference at 39-14-3 entering a two-week break for the 4-Nations Face-Off, are likely going to be sniffing around for…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Editor's Choice, Nashville Predators, New York Islanders, Philadelphia Flyers, Trade Deadline, Winnipeg Jets

St. Louis Blues’ 5 Best Moves of the 21st Century

Ethan Carter | February 8, 2025

The St. Louis Blues have been a mostly consistent franchise in the 21st century, especially in the 2010s. They’ve had stability over the past 15-plus years with Doug Armstrong at…

Categories Blues History, Hockey History, St Louis Blues

Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Leivo, O’Reilly, Cowan, Mario & Murray

The Old Prof | January 24, 2025

With the Toronto Maple Leafs not set to play until tomorrow, it’s a good time to dive into some news and rumours beyond the upcoming games. Today, I’ll look at…

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