
Category: Hockey

Edmonton Oilers Defenseman Ty Emberson Facing Challenges with Transition to NHL
Ty Emberson’s transition from San Jose to Edmonton has proven to be a significant adjustment, with the defenseman struggling to find his footing early on in the 2024-25 season. When the Oilers moved Cody Ceci to get Emberson from the San Jose Sharks, the hope was that he would be an under-the-radar acquisition. He hasn’t…

Recap of NHL Trade Talks on October 23: Leafs, Oilers, Blackhawks, and Canucks all in the mix
In today’s NHL Trade Talk recap (Oct. 23, 2024), Zach Hyman has responded to early slump criticism by pushing back. He’s been slow off the mark but aims to regain form with the Edmonton Oilers. Justin Schultz signed a “unique” contract with HC Lugano in Switzerland. Why might that deal mark the end of his…

Toronto Maple Leafs Suffer 6-2 Defeat against Columbus Blue Jackets
If you are a Toronto Maple Leafs fan, the best way to describe their loss to the Blue Jackets is ugly. Moreover, it was ugly and difficult to watch from beginning to end. The Maple Leafs’ 6-2 defeat was potentially a wake-up call after a series of strong performances. Will they rebound or could this…

How HC Lugano’s Innovative Deal with Justin Schultz Marks the End of His NHL Career
Justin Schultz, a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Pittsburgh Penguins, has officially left the NHL after signing a contract with HC Lugano in Switzerland. According to Chris Johnston of TSN and The Athletic, Schultz was seeking a unique opportunity late in his career and found it with HC Lugano, where he will play for…

Zach Hyman responds to early slump criticism with strong showing for Oilers
Zach Hyman isn’t worried about his early-season scoring drought, despite criticism from some. He believes it’s too early in the season to make a big deal out of it and is focused on the long haul. “It’s an 82-game season,” Hyman told reporters. “I’ve gone through stretches like this from Game 40 to 47, and…

Maple Leafs’ Dream of Reuniting with Flames’ Kadri
The Toronto Maple Leafs are always looking for ways to improve their roster, and in a dream scenario, reuniting with fan-favorite Nazem Kadri would be the perfect feel-good story. Fans and even trade proposal platforms like PuckPedia have floated the idea of a blockbuster trade that would bring Kadri back to Toronto. The Floated Maple…

Edmonton Oilers Shake Up Power Play Unit with Unexpected Change
The Edmonton Oilers did score a power play goal on Tuesday night, but their numbers on the man advantage are still not where the team would like them to be. Now 2-19, head coach Kris Knoblauch pulled the blender out at practice and it looks like he’s finally going to pull the trigger on rumored…

British hockey coaches attend ceremony at Buckingham Palace
Great Britain coaches Sean Alderson, Mike Clancy, Jeff Colton, Euan King, and Pete Russell were among over 300 Olympic and Paralympic coaches invited to Buckingham Palace to celebrate their significant contributions to sport in the UK. The event was organized in partnership with UK Coaching and UK Sport, honoring coaches from both summer and winter…

Blackhawks Considering Trade Options for Taylor Hall, Sources Say
As Taylor Hall approaches the end of his contract with the Chicago Blackhawks, his future with the team remains uncertain. According to an article by Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff, Hall, who joined Chicago to help bridge the gap between the team’s rebuild and their playoff aspirations, is eager to prove he can be more…