Category: Hockey
Tortorella Unveils Flyers’ Development Strategy for Matvei Michkov
[ad_1] Matvei Michkov is not only making a strong case to crack the Philadelphia Flyers’ lineup this season, but because he’s been so dynamic, he’s getting way-too-early Calder Trophy nods from fans who have seen the young Russian wow in training camp and pre-season for the Philadelphia Flyers. Head coach John Tortorella is excited about…
Oilers Suffer in Blockbuster Seth Jones Trade with Blackhawks
[ad_1] A potential Seth Jones trade to the Edmonton Oilers may sound intriguing, but it’s far from the solution Edmonton needs. ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski suggested the Oilers might be a fit due to Jones’ prior connection with new Oilers GM Stan Bowman, who initially signed him in Chicago. However, despite Edmonton’s glaring need for a…
Oilers Camp reactions hint at surprising shift in tactics, lead by Noah Philp
[ad_1] Heading into Edmonton Oilers training camp, most believed that Noah Philp was a longshot to make the NHL roster after taking an extended break from hockey. The 6-foot-3 center from Alberta spent nearly 18 months away from the game, leaving many to speculate how he’d play if he ever returned at all. Philp has…
Big Decisions Await Maple Leafs for Upcoming 2024-25 Regular Season
[ad_1] A mix of standout performances, injuries, and lineup experiments has marked the Toronto Maple Leafs’ preseason. These have led to several critical decisions the coaching staff must make before the 2024-25 regular season starts. Here’s a look at the major decisions facing the team as the preseason winds down. Decision One: Who Makes the…
Potential Impact Players for the Winnipeg Jets: Breakout Stars, Bouncebacks, and x-Factors
[ad_1] In a recent edition of The Hockey Writers Roundtable, host Matthew Zator welcomed Winnipeg Jets writer Brian Finlayson to discuss what fans can expect from the Jets in the upcoming 2024-25 NHL season. From potential breakout stars to X-factors and players who need to rebound, there are many storylines to follow as the team…
How Can Nick Robertson Secure a Spot with the Maple Leafs?
[ad_1] Last night, the Toronto Maple Leafs won 2-1 over the Montreal Canadiens. Two standout performances led the team from two youngsters. Nick Robertson was the offensive star, and goalie Dennis Hildeby provided the last line of defense to help secure the win for the visiting Maple Leafs. The Maple Key Highlights of the Game…
Update on Canadiens’ Patrik Laine and David Reinbacher’s Injuries
[ad_1] The Montreal Canadiens suffered a major setback during Saturday’s preseason game against the Toronto Maple Leafs as both Patrik Laine and David Reinbacher were forced to leave the ice with knee injuries. Laine, who collided knee-on-knee with Toronto’s Cedric Pare, was visibly upset as he threw his glove and helmet before limping to the…
Ferguson signs AHL contract with Minnesota Wild | TheAHL.com
[ad_1] Photo: Christian Bonin The Iowa Wild have signed goaltender Dylan Ferguson to a one-year American Hockey League contract. Ferguson returns to the AHL after spending last season in the Kontinental Hockey League. He has appeared in 29 AHL games over parts of four seasons with Chicago, Henderson, Toronto, and Belleville, posting a record of…
New leadership aims to guide Gulls back to victory | TheAHL.com
[ad_1] Patrick Williams, TheAHL.com Features Writer The San Diego Gulls continue to work to get this right. The parent Anaheim Ducks’ ongoing rebuilding effort has also brought considerable transformation this summer to the Gulls, who will begin their 10th AHL season on Oct. 12 at Toronto. That overhaul started May 13 when the Ducks installed…
Oilers Defeat Kraken, Lose Pickard: Goaltending Dilemma Looms
[ad_1] The Edmonton Oilers may be facing an unexpected goaltending dilemma after netminder Calvin Pickard left Saturday night’s preseason game against the Seattle Kraken due to an apparent injury. Pickard, who is slated to be the team’s backup this season, went down with just over eight minutes left in the first period. He was taken…