Category: Hockey
Emerging Western Conference Storylines in the AHL
[ad_1] Patrick Williams, TheAHL.com Features Writer AHL rosters continue to take shape, and opening weekend is in the books. Eight teams across the league have new head coaches, and every team has a new-look roster to one degree or another. The first several weeks of the AHL season are for building familiarity among new personnel,…
Canucks’ Elias Pettersson Dealing with Health Concerns
[ad_1] Since signing an eight-year deal worth $11.6 million per season on March 3, 2024, Elias Pettersson has struggled on the ice, managing only one even-strength goal in his first game with the new contract. Despite tallying six goals and 15 assists over 36 games since then, all those goals have come from special teams,…
Jake Oettinger and Dallas Stars Agree to a Long-Term Contract Extension
[ad_1] As per Elliotte Friedman, “Hearing Jake Oettinger and the Dallas Stars are closing in on a long-term extension in the “Jeremy Swayman range” Stars secure their No 1 goalie.” That would mean the Stars are paying Oettinger between $8-$8.5 million per season on an eight-year contract. Hearing Jake Oettinger and the Dallas Stars are…
Lack of Canadian Representation in CBS Sports NHL Power Rankings
[ad_1] The 2024-25 NHL season is officially underway, and CBS Sports has just released its first power rankings. Surprisingly, no Canadian teams cracked the top five. Notably, the rankings were done just hours before the Toronto Maple Leafs’ decisive 6-2 win over the Los Angeles Kings last night. Could things change soon? While the Maple…
Is There Too Much Protection for NHL Goalies?
[ad_1] Are NHL goaltenders too protected? That question became a hot topic after last night’s Edmonton Oilers vs. Philadelphia Flyers game. In the young season, multiple disallowed goals have further fueled the debate. The goal is often automatically called back if a goalie is touched in the crease. During the intermission, Oilers analysts Bob Stauffer…
Recap of October 16 NHL Trade Discussions: Oilers, Flyers, Flames, and Leafs
[ad_1] NHL Trade Talk Recap In today’s (October 16, 2024) NHL Trade Talk recap, we covered key moments from the Edmonton Oilers’ first win of the season, Jonathan Huberdeau’s new role with the Calgary Flames, and an update on William Nylander ahead of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ matchup with the Kings (a game the Leafs…
Analysis: What’s Driving Josh Morrissey’s Strong Performance in the 2024-25 Season
[ad_1] Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey is off to a blistering start this season. He’s been showcasing his skills as both a playmaker and a defensive leader. After his breakout seasons in recent years, where he posted 76 and 69 points respectively, Morrissey’s hot start continues to lead to the Jets’ success. The team is…
Primary Factors Behind Oilers’ Struggles in the Early 2024-25 Season
[ad_1] The Edmonton Oilers finally picked up a win, but the season hasn’t started as the team might have hoped. David Amber and the crew at Hockey Central plunged into Edmonton Oilers’ disappointing opening to the season. In their discussion, they asked what’s gone wrong. Below, the panel analyzes vital issues facing the team. In…
Canucks’ Losing Streak Persists with Defeat Against Lightning
[ad_1] The Vancouver Canucks struggled in their loss to Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night. The final score of 4-1 told the story well. While Conor Garland scored a power-play goal in the third period, it was too little to spark a comeback. With this defeat, the Canucks dropped to 0-1-2 on the season. For…
Dustin Wolf, Flames’ Goaltender, Discusses Team’s Impressive Start
[ad_1] Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf recently spoke with Ryan Leslie of Sportsnet about the team’s strong start to the season. The surprising Flames have won their first four games. In the interview, Wolf emphasized the importance of consistency, particularly in low-scoring situations. He also shared his confidence in the team’s ability to build on…