NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Predators, Oilers, Flames, Bruins Jim Parsons | December 2, 2023 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers were scouting the Columbus Blue Jackets again, but were apparently looking at more than just a goaltender. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs…
1 Trade Candidate From Each Central Division Team in 2023-24 Michael DeRosa | September 28, 2023 Earlier this week, I went over one trade candidate from each Atlantic Division team heading into the 2023-24 season. Now, in the second installment of this trade candidates mini-series, I…
Tyson Barrie Confirms Oilers’ Failed Blockbuster Trade Attempt Jim Parsons | September 24, 2023 In a recent bombshell revelation on the Mitts Off Podcast, former Edmonton Oilers defenseman Tyson Barrie pulled back the curtain on a potential blockbuster trade that never came to fruition.…
NHL Rumors: Oilers, Sharks, Predators, Avalanche, Lightning Jim Parsons | September 23, 2023 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, former Edmonton Oiler Tyson Barrie confirmed that the Oilers were in on Erik Karlsson trade talks. Meanwhile, Devon Toews has said he’d like to stay…
Oilers News & Rumors: Skinner, Barrie, Ekholm, McDavid Jim Parsons | August 21, 2023 In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, Stuart Skinner is ready for his sophomore NHL season and says he has more to give. If Tyson Barrie is moved this…
NHL Rumors: Canucks, Bruins, Avalanche, Predators Jim Parsons | August 20, 2023 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vancouver Canucks are likely set to trade a forward, while the Boston Bruins are still seeking help at center. The Colorado Avalanche might be…
Early Look at Oilers’ 2024 Trade Deadline Defence Targets Rob Couch | August 19, 2023 The Edmonton Oilers haven’t had the most exciting offseason, but it has gone well. They brought in a few pieces and re-signed Ryan McLeod. The final thing everybody is waiting…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: McMann, Holmberg, Kerfoot & Barrie The Old Prof | July 25, 2023 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll take a look at two young players I’m hoping will make the roster out of training camp, Bobby McMann…
Red Wings’ 2023 Offseason Trade Targets: Nashville Predators Michael DeRosa | April 21, 2023 Welcome to The Hockey Writers’ 2023 Offseason Trade Targets series for the Detroit Red Wings. During it, we will be looking at a handful of players from each NHL team…
3 Reasons the Predators Missed the 2023 NHL Playoffs Alex Wauthy | April 17, 2023 The Nashville Predators missed the 2023 NHL Playoffs by three points, falling behind the Calgary Flames and Winnipeg Jets in the Western Conference wild-card race. This season marks the end…
Oilers Head Into Final 5 Games Facing Many Playoff Possibilities Brian Swane | April 4, 2023 With their 6-0 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday (April 1), captain Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers clinched a berth in the 2023 NHL Playoffs. They will be…
The Good: Ranking Oilers Best Free Agent Signings Since 2020 Jim Parsons | March 20, 2023 The Edmonton Oilers have used free agency (both restricted and unrestricted) as a major tool for building their roster. General manager Ken Holland has made some astute trades and the…