Category: Hockey
“Cloudy in the Bay” Concerning Steven Stamkos’ Trade Future
[ad_1] As the NHL trade deadline becomes a topic of conversation for NHL franchises over the next few weeks, familiar whispers surround Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos. The team’s all-time franchise leading scorer isn’t signed to an extension and he’s having a decent season. It’s odd that things are taking so long. Whispers are…
Revisiting the Near Trade By the Penguins for Brock Boeser
[ad_1] Sometimes, the best trades are the ones you don’t make. In the case of Brock Boeser, he was almost dealt to the Pittsburgh Penguins by the Vancouver Canucks before this season started. Had he been, the Canucks would have missed out on what looks to be one of the most incredible resurgences in the…
Senators Tried to Avoid Mercy Firing of D.J. Smith
[ad_1] The Ottawa Senators didn’t want to dismiss head coach D.J. Smith, but they had little choice. Changes in coaching staff were accelerated this offseason, resulting in his firing on Monday. As per a report, the decision to part ways with Smith was not a proactive move by the organization. Rather, it was a response…
Former Top Pick, Nolan Patrick Seemingly Retires From the NHL
[ad_1] 25-year-old Nolan Patrick, the 2nd overall pick in the 2017 NHL Draft, appears to have officially retired from the NHL. There hasn’t been an announcement made by the player or the teams he was last associated with, but Dylan H. Robillard of The Hockey News notes that his name showed up as the member…
Insider Hints Oilers’ Defenseman a Sweetener in Campbell Trade
[ad_1] According to Darren Dreger, Philip Broberg is getting some attention around the NHL. Down in Bakersfield of the AHL, he’s logging between 25 and 27 minutes per night as a top-pairing defenseman and teams have taken notice. Dreger was asked if Broberg could be a trade candidate this season, and he responded yes. Moreover,…
Devils to Spend as Dougie Hamilton Hits LTIR Until the Playoffs
[ad_1] In a significant setback for the New Jersey Devils, star defenseman Dougie Hamilton has undergone surgery to repair a torn left pectoral muscle, rendering him unavailable indefinitely. The Devils officially announced the surgery on December 1, 2023, leaving fans and the organization anxious about the impact on their defensive prowess. There’s been an update…
Maple Leafs Blue Liner Simon Benoit Is a Keeper
[ad_1] In writing this post, I have to admit two things. First, the LeafsNation Jon Steitzer is one of my favorite Toronto Maple Leafs writers. Second, he beat me by a day when he chose to write about the Maple Leafs’ new third-pairing defenseman Simon Benoit. It was in my to-do basket. Benoit Has Been…
Anastas thrives as both scout, coach | TheAHL.com
[ad_1] by Anthony Fusco | AHL On The Beat In order to thrive in the business of hockey, one must build relationships and be willing to step outside their comfort zone on a daily basis. Spiros Anastas knows this better than most while pulling double duty as a professional scout for the Manitoba Moose and…
Oilers Make Arguable Line Change Ahead of Game vs. Islanders
[ad_1] The Edmonton Oilers appear willing to sacrifice the tremendous success of their top line in an effort to get Leon Draisaitl and Evander Kane going. Making some arguable line changes for tonight’s contest, Bob Stauffer noted that the lines were juggled at Oilers’ practice. Evander Kane was now on the top line and Ryan…
Oilers Unsure About Emptying Cupboards To Trade Campbell
[ad_1] “Edmonton management could make the big trade of 2024 with a cap dump of Campbell, but it would severely limit the ability to add useful pieces for the playoff run.” writes Allan Mitchell of The Athletic. The obvious problem with this, as he points out, is that they’ll be little of value left to…