Category: Hockey
Sidney Crosby Holds Off Signing Contract With Penguins Despite Multiple Offers
[ad_1] As Sidney Crosby enters the final season of his 12-year, $104.4M contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins, fans eagerly await news on a potential extension. Eligible to sign a new deal as of July 1, 2024, many figured Crosby would have signed by now. However, the superstar has yet to commit to a new deal,…
Kevin Shattenkirk Seeks NHL Opportunity, Eyes Oilers as Potential Landing Spot
[ad_1] Elliotte Friedman recently reported on his 32 Thoughts podcast that several players are removing Edmonton from their no-trade lists, showing increased interest in joining the Edmonton Oilers. Considering the team is a legitimate Stanley Cup contender with a great fan base, a new building, and two of the best players in the world, —…
Nick Robertson Faces Criticism in Maple Leafs Community
[ad_1] Yesterday, TSN insider Pierre LeBrun shared that RFA (Restricted Free Agent) Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nick Robertson is holding firm in his trade demands. Despite the impending start of training camp and preseason, Robertson remains adamant about leaving the team and has reportedly refused to sign a new contract. LeBrun notes that while some…
Analyzing Steven Stamkos: Does He Belong Among the Elite Centers in the NHL?
[ad_1] Steven Stamkos is a name that resonates powerfully in the world of ice hockey. As the new center for the Nashville Predators, Stamkos has built a reputation as one of the most formidable players in the league. Standing 6’1″ and weighing 193 lbs, Stamkos combines physical prowess with exceptional skill, making him a standout…
McDavid discusses Oilers’ focus on avoiding another slow start this season
[ad_1] With the new NHL season not far off, Edmonton Oilers fans may still be slightly concerned by the team’s poor start from last season. Captain Connor McDavid is keenly aware that he needs to be better out of the gate and recently expressed his intention to ensure the Oilers begin the season on a…
Crunch Ink Deals with Khaira, Nazarian, Teasdale | TheAHL.com
[ad_1] Photo: Tim Garland The Syracuse Crunch have signed forwards Jujhar Khaira and Ara Nazarian to one-year American Hockey League contracts, and forward Joel Teasdale to a professional tryout contract. Khaira played 22 games with the AHL’s Iowa Wild last season, posting five goals and 13 assists for 18 points. He also skated in one…
The Competition for MVP and Rookie of the Year Awards in Hockey
[ad_1] The race for the 2024-2025 NHL MVP and Rookie of the Year awards is heating up even before the first puck drops. With Connor McDavid once again leading the pack for the Hart Trophy and an unexpected leader for the Calder, this season promises to be thrilling for fans and analysts alike. MVP Favorites…
Tickets Now Available for Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament on September 16th
[ad_1] Tickets for the Women’s Olympic Qualifiers in Sheffield will go on general sale at 9am on Monday 16th September. Great Britain face Netherlands, Spain and Latvia at the Bauer Arena in iceSheffield from Thursday 12th to Sunday 15th December. The winners will progress to Final Olympic Qualifying in February 2025 for a place at…
Maple Leafs in Talks with Jake McCabe about Contract Extension
[ad_1] Elliotte Friedman is reporting that the Toronto Maple Leafs have begun, at least in a preliminary fashion, contract extension talks with defenseman Jake McCabe. Noting he’s the kind of defenseman the team needs, despite adding Chris Tanev and Oliver Ekman-Larsson, it sounds like the Leafs feel McCabe is someone they don’t want to lose….
Edmonton Oilers Delayed Announcement of Draisaitl Deal Due to Personal Factors
[ad_1] The Edmonton Oilers re-signed forward Leon Draisaitl to a long-term extension this week, but reports are surfacing that the deal had been done for some time. The contract is fairly straightforward, except for a few financial details, including most of the contract being paid out in signing bonuses. Essentially, the Oilers could have announced…