Maple Leafs News & Rumors: SDA, Domi, Malinoski & Karlsson The Old Prof | August 6, 2023 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll take a look at prospect Semyon Der-Arguchintsev’s (SDA) signing with Traktor Chelyabinsk in the KHL and his uncertain future in…
Ranking The 3 Islanders Free Agent Re-Signings Mike Fink | July 5, 2023 The New York Islanders’ offseason seems all but wrapped up. While general manager (GM) Lou Lamoriello can still make a big move and possibly acquire Alex DeBrincat, his primary task…
Islanders Re-Sign Semyon Varlamov to 4-Year Deal Justin Caron | July 1, 2023 The New York Islanders have re-signed Semyon Varlamov to a four-year deal with a $2.75 million average annual value (AAV). He is a 15-year NHL veteran with a 272-220-64 record…
Blue Jackets’ Top Free Agent Targets by Position Nicholas Arnold | June 30, 2023 The Columbus Blue Jackets have had a heck of a past few weeks. After finishing in the NHL’s penultimate position in 2022-23, things have gone steeply uphill in terms of…
Penguins Still Exploring Options in Net Sylvie McCarthy | June 25, 2023 The Pittsburgh Penguins named Kyle Dubas president of hockey operations on June 1. He has no doubt been busy getting familiar with the organization and even hiring Jason Spezza as…
Devils 2023 Free Agent Targets: Goaltenders Alex Chauvancy | June 19, 2023 Goaltending was a significant concern this time a year ago for the New Jersey Devils. But after acquiring Vitek Vanecek at the 2022 draft, that seems to be less of an issue…
Islanders’ Pros & Cons of Taking a Goalie in 2023 NHL Draft Mike Fink | June 16, 2023 The New York Islanders have a few options for the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. Ideally, they target forwards with their second- and fourth-round selections to add a spark to the…
New York Islanders 4 UFAs Ranked by Priority Mike Fink | June 11, 2023 New York Islanders general manager (GM) Lou Lamoriello stated during his media availability the importance of re-signing his pending unrestricted free agents. For a GM confident in the roster in…
Islanders Would Be Wise to Re-Sign Semyon Varlamov Nick Rizzo | June 6, 2023 Semyon Varlamov has been an important piece for the New York Islanders for the past four seasons. He was one of the major reasons the team reached consecutive Conference Finals…
Red Wings’ 2023 Free-Agent Targets: New York Islanders Michael DeRosa | June 2, 2023 Welcome to The Hockey Writers’ 2023 Free-Agent Targets series for the Detroit Red Wings. During it, we will be looking at a handful of free agents from each NHL team…
Senators: 4 Free-Agent Goaltenders to Target Connor Hrabchak | May 22, 2023 The Ottawa Senators are in the market for a goaltender. Whether they acquire one through a trade or through free agency, everyone knows an upgrade is in order. This roster…
Islanders: 3 Likely Free Agent Destinations for Semyon Varlamov Rob Couch | May 11, 2023 There is no reason for Semyon Varlamov to re-sign with the New York Islanders this summer. He is now the clear backup to Ilya Sorokin, but the veteran still has…