Category: Hockey
Report: Oilers Targeting Trade for Top Defenseman
[ad_1] The Edmonton Oilers are in the market for another top-four defenseman following key losses on their blue line this summer. The team traded Cody Ceci to the San Jose Sharks, while Vincent Desharnais signed with the Vancouver Canucks, and Philip Broberg was lost to an offer sheet by the St. Louis Blues. These moves…
Rumblings in the NHL: Experienced Goalie Unemployed in Current Free Agent Market
[ad_1] NHL Network: Jamie Hersch and Stu Grimson talking about veteran free agents who are still looking to catch on to a team for the 2024-25 NHL season. ** NHLRumors.com transcription Jamie Hersch: “There are also guys who remain unsigned. These are guys who have made great careers for themselves, but now find themselves 35…
Maggio Makes Changes to Boost Motivation in Sophomore NHL Season
[ad_1] No one was expecting Maggio to replicate his final junior season, where he scored 54 goals, notched 111 points and took home the OHL scoring title and MVP, in the AHL, but the Bridgeport coaching staff wants to see him simplify and round out his game. That message appeared to take hold in the…
Rumors Swirl in the NHL as Veteran Goaltender Seeks New Team
[ad_1] NHL Network: Jamie Hersch and Stu Grimson talking about veteran free agents who are still looking to catch on to a team for the 2024-25 NHL season. ** NHLRumors.com transcription Jamie Hersch: “There are also guys who remain unsigned. These are guys who have made great careers for themselves, but now find themselves 35…
Are the Bruins Rethinking Their Arbitration Choices with Jeremy Swayman?
[ad_1] Elliotte Friedman noted during his most recent episode of the 32 Thoughts podcast that the Boston Bruins might be rethinking the way they’ve handled contract negotiations with goaltender Jeremy Swayman. Noting that they both wish they hadn’t taken him to arbitration last season, the club might be wishing they did this summer considering how…
Evander Kane of the Edmonton Oilers Set to Undergo Offseason Surgery
[ad_1] According to reports, including one from Sportsnet’s Mark Spector, Edmonton Oilers’ forward Evander Kane is set to undergo offseason surgery to deal with his sports hernia issue. Spector writes, “Evander Kane is scheduled for surgery in the next “10 days or so” to repair damage from the sports hernia he carried through last season,…
Anticipate a Breakout Season for Maple Leafs’ Morgan Rielly in the 2024-25 Season
[ad_1] Morgan Rielly has long been the Toronto Maple Leafs’ top defenseman, but he’s never entirely received much love regarding Norris Trophy consideration. Despite being an offensive force from the blue line, he’s been flirting with a breakout season for years without entirely making it. This season, however, things are poised to change. With new…
Will Easton Cowan Earn a Spot on the Toronto Maple Leafs Roster?
[ad_1] As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for preseason action, bet on one young forward to make some waves. That’s Easton Cowan. Cowan is known for his competitive edge and impressive resume and is eager to prove himself and secure a spot on the roster. Related: Maple Leafs Announce Max Pacioretty Will Attend Camp…
Top Edmonton Oilers Prospects to Watch at Rookie Camp in 2024-25
[ad_1] Earlier this week, the Edmonton Oilers released their rookie camp roster ahead of the 2024 Young Stars Classic. Every year prospects from the Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames, and Oilers all face off in a tournament that has seen the likes of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl take center stage. Only a select few from…
Maple Leafs Consider James van Riemsdyk for Potential Tryout Opportunity
[ad_1] James van Riemsdyk and the Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly had mutual interest in a reunion this offseason before the team opted to sign Max Pacioretty on a professional tryout (PTO). According to TSN’s Chris Johnston on The Chris Johnston Show, both sides were open to the idea of van Riemsdyk returning to the Leafs…