Former Blue Barbashev’s Playoff Breakout Is No Surprise Stephen Ground | June 11, 2023 As the playoffs draw toward a close, it’s time to think about the breakout performances in the NHL postseason. And while all the headlines and spotlights may be pointed at…
Why the Red Wings Should Embrace the Tank One Last Time Logan Horn | February 10, 2023 Now that we’re past All-star break, it’s time to really take stock of the Detroit Red Wings’ season thus far. With the trade deadline just a few weeks away, now…
Washington Capitals’ Trade Deadline History Ted Starkey | February 1, 2022 With the 2021 trade deadline set for March 21, here’s a look back at some of the best – and worst – trade deadline deals in Washington Capitals’ history. While…
Early Success Driving the Red Wings Toward Unchartered Territory Tony Wolak | December 15, 2021 After what seems like a decade toiling at the bottom of the NHL standings, the Detroit Red Wings are finally competitive again. Consider this: the New Year is fast approaching…
NHL Trade Deadline to be Impacted by COVID-19 Protocols Tony Wolak | February 8, 2021 Due to the protocols put in place by the NHL to limit the spread of COVID-19, player movement at the 2021 NHL Trade Deadline will likely be impacted. As it…
8 Red Wings Trade Deadline Predictions Tony Wolak | February 21, 2020 Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings are a weekend away from the much-anticipated 2020 NHL Trade Deadline. And while we likely won’t see a firesale, Yzerman has the opportunity…
The Grind Line: Red Wings at the Trade Deadline Tony Wolak | February 10, 2020 What’s The Grind Line? Apart from the once-famous line of Kris Draper, Kirk Maltby, and either Joe Kocur or Darren McCarty, The Grind Line is also The Hockey Writers’ weekly…
Red Wings Mock Trade Deadline: 4 Crafty Deals Tony Wolak | February 4, 2020 Now that it’s February, the trade deadline is just around the corner for the Detroit Red Wings. In prior years, Ken Holland would kick tires in an effort to see…
Red Wings Only Have a Few Trade Chips Tony Wolak | January 14, 2020 With the 2020 NHL Trade Deadline around the corner, Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings have an opportunity to acquire more draft picks and prospects to aid the rebuild.…
Canadiens Trade Morrow and Acquire Reilly Brandon Share-Cohen | February 26, 2018 The Montreal Canadiens have traded away defender Joe Morrow to the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for a fourth-round pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft. The Canadiens also traded a…
Oilers Trade Maroon to Devils Brandon Share-Cohen | February 26, 2018 The Edmonton Oilers have traded away 29-year-old winger Patrick Maroon to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for a third-round pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft and prospect J.D. Dudek,…
Revisiting the Brendan Smith Trade Brian Anderson | April 20, 2017 In the days leading up to the trade deadline this past February, rumors circulated about the New York Rangers acquiring another player. It turned out the Blueshirts acquired defenseman Brendan…
