Can the Blackhawks Beat the Oilers?
Last Tuesday the NHL and the NHLPA officially announced their 24-team return-to-play playoff format proposal to award the Stanley Cup. There are still a number… Read More »Can the Blackhawks Beat the Oilers?
May 2020
NHL plans to test players daily if games resume
12:49 PM ET ESPN News Services Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly said NHL players will be tested for COVID-19 daily if games start happening. “We will… Read More »NHL plans to test players daily if games resume
Flyers’ 2020 NHL Draft Targets: Defensemen
It’s official, the NHL is coming back eventually to finish the 2019-20 season. The playoff format has some interesting wrinkles, such as the best-of-five qualifying… Read More »Flyers’ 2020 NHL Draft Targets: Defensemen
Capitals’ Top 5 U-20 Prospects
At the 2019 NHL draft, the Washington Capitals selected three players in the first three rounds who can have a big impact on the team… Read More »Capitals’ Top 5 U-20 Prospects
Today in Hockey History: May 31
Goaltenders and defenseman grabbed the spotlight through National Hockey League history on May 31. This date was also a very busy day behind the bench… Read More »Today in Hockey History: May 31
3 Teams That Should Be Interested in Judd Brackett
Now that the Vancouver Canucks are moving on from Judd Brackett, he will become a sought after free agent when his contract ultimately comes to… Read More »3 Teams That Should Be Interested in Judd Brackett
Penguins CEO aids cameraman injured in protest
1:16 AM ET Penguins president and CEO David Morehouse came to the aid of a local television camera operator when protests turned violent Saturday in… Read More »Penguins CEO aids cameraman injured in protest
Penguins 2019-20 Regular Season in Review
The year 2020 is one that will never be forgotten in the sports world. The NHL and NBA put their seasons on pause, the MLB… Read More »Penguins 2019-20 Regular Season in Review
Avalanche’s 2022 Olympics Roster Projections
If the NHL permits its players to play in the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, then we can expect to watch several members of the Colorado Avalanche compete.… Read More »Avalanche’s 2022 Olympics Roster Projections
Today in Hockey History: May 30
This date in National Hockey League history has seen its fair share of memorable moments. From Stanley Cup Final drama to coaching changes and trades,… Read More »Today in Hockey History: May 30
QB Burrow: ‘Black community needs our help’
3:46 PM ET Cincinnati Bengals rookie quarterback Joe Burrow said the “black community needs our help” in the wake of George Floyd’s death while in… Read More »QB Burrow: ‘Black community needs our help’
The Henderson Silver Knights – The AHL’s Newest Franchise
On Thursday night, Vegas Golden Knights chairman and CEO Bill Foley announced the name and logo of the newest franchise in the American Hockey League… Read More »The Henderson Silver Knights – The AHL’s Newest Franchise
Massachusetts pro teams can reopen facilities
4:23 PM ET Associated Press Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker says the state’s five professional sports teams — the Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics, Boston Bruins,… Read More »Massachusetts pro teams can reopen facilities
Oilers’ Forgotten Greats: Bill Ranford
Almost every NHL franchise has a way of honouring their greatest players. The most popular is through jersey retirement. This honour, which raises a player’s… Read More »Oilers’ Forgotten Greats: Bill Ranford
Vegas Golden Knights: Mock Draft Choices and Reasoning
The Hockey Writers recently completed a full seven-round mock draft, and I had the privilege of drafting for the Vegas Golden Knights. While the attention… Read More »Vegas Golden Knights: Mock Draft Choices and Reasoning
Rod Brind’Amour’s take on the NHL’s playoff format, empty arena games and his training camp plan
7:00 AM ET With the NHL announcing its plans to return this summer, we caught up with Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour to see how… Read More »Rod Brind’Amour’s take on the NHL’s playoff format, empty arena games and his training camp plan
Maple Leafs Banter with Forbes & Baracchini: A Roster Spot for Nick Robertson
With the NHL announcing its plans to return with a 24-team playoff scenario somewhere between mid to late summer, so too will teams start to… Read More »Maple Leafs Banter with Forbes & Baracchini: A Roster Spot for Nick Robertson
Lightning Actually Benefit from 2020 Playoff Format
Ultimately, if the Tampa Bay Lightning are the legitimate contenders everyone believes them to be, they have nothing to worry about regarding the NHL’s proposed… Read More »Lightning Actually Benefit from 2020 Playoff Format
Hurricanes extend PNC Arena lease for 5 years
6:36 PM ET Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. — The Carolina Hurricanes have reached a five-year lease extension to remain in PNC Arena through July 2029.… Read More »Hurricanes extend PNC Arena lease for 5 years
Avalanche 2020 Mock NHL Draft Picks
The 2020 NHL Draft will have multiple rounds of 1st-round caliber players. That’s what made the THW Writers’ Mock Draft such a challenge; there’s no one “correct” fit… Read More »Avalanche 2020 Mock NHL Draft Picks
Top Prospect Rutger McGroarty Discusses Future With USA NTDP
Rutger McGroarty is heading to the USA Hockey National Team Development Program (NTDP) next year as one of the most hyped hockey prospects in the… Read More »Top Prospect Rutger McGroarty Discusses Future With USA NTDP
Sabres’ Eichel ‘fed up’ as playoff drought extends
3:34 PM ET Buffalo Sabres captain Jack Eichel said he’s “fed up” with the franchise’s futility after the team’s ninth straight season without a playoff… Read More »Sabres’ Eichel ‘fed up’ as playoff drought extends
Ovechkin, Pastrnak among season award winners
2:36 PM ET Associated Press Since the NHL is planning to go straight to the playoffs, it’s handing out a handful of trophies for the… Read More »Ovechkin, Pastrnak among season award winners
Canucks Look Good for Playoff Series Against the Wild
Now that the NHL has officially announced the 24-team playoff format, we know that the Vancouver Canucks will be playing the Minnesota Wild in the… Read More »Canucks Look Good for Playoff Series Against the Wild
Anaheim Ducks’ 3 Stars for 2019-20
The NHL has provided more details on their planned return to play, including a draft lottery format, a date and a playoff format. Unfortunately, although 24… Read More »Anaheim Ducks’ 3 Stars for 2019-20
How USA Hockey hopes to bring kids back to the ice after the pandemic
7:00 AM ET Over the past two decades, there have been only two seasons in which USA Hockey reported dips in participation: 2004-05 and 2012-13.… Read More »How USA Hockey hopes to bring kids back to the ice after the pandemic
NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Maple Leafs, Red Wings, Sharks, Awards, More
In today’s NHL rumor rundown, the NHL has officially honored a few stars with awards, putting any debate to rest about where the play-in points… Read More »NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Maple Leafs, Red Wings, Sharks, Awards, More
Canadiens vs. Penguins Playoff Series: How Do They Match Up?
With the proposed 24-team NHL play-in format, the Montreal Canadiens have a chance to make the 16-team playoffs. In the play-in round, the Habs will… Read More »Canadiens vs. Penguins Playoff Series: How Do They Match Up?
How the 2020 NHL playoffs can be the greatest ever
9:30 AM ET The conversation I’ve been having inside my head this week: Hockey Brain: “Hooray, hockey’s comin’ back!” Cynical Brain: “This 24-team tournament and… Read More »How the 2020 NHL playoffs can be the greatest ever
NHL playoff talk from the Edge: WWE superstar offers takes on format, Maple Leafs’ chances
7:00 AM ET When the NHL announced that a modified playoff format was in the works in an effort to resume play, starved hockey fans… Read More »NHL playoff talk from the Edge: WWE superstar offers takes on format, Maple Leafs’ chances