Category: Hockey
Journalist Makes Case for Oilers as Unique Cup Contenders
[ad_1] In the 2023-24 NHL season, the Edmonton Oilers fell just two goals shy of winning the Stanley Cup. A stacked team offensively went on a run as one of the best teams in the NHL over the final stretch of games during the regular season and carried that success over to the playoffs. While…
Arguing for Stuart Skinner of the Edmonton Oilers at the Four Nations Cup
[ad_1] Oilers Now host Bob Stauffer posted that goaltender Stuart Skinner is in the mix for Team Canada at the Four Nations Cup. Citing some stats that suggest Skinner is a great pick for the squad, Stauffer wrote, “Still just 25. Works hard. Will continue to improve.” For Oilers fans, they know just how good…
Rutger McGroarty’s greed causing teams to walk away from trade talks.
[ad_1] The Winnipeg Jets are facing turmoil with their top prospect, Rutger McGroarty, who has requested a trade but isn’t making life easy for the organization. The team is actively seeking to move McGroarty, and the Montreal Canadiens are among the teams with significant interest. However, speculation has also surfaced that the Canadiens have bailed….
Weaver appointed as assistant coach for the Men’s U20 team by Ice Hockey UK
[ad_1] Former Great Britain defenceman Jonathan Weaver has been appointed as Assistant Coach of the men’s under-20s. Weaver won 97 international caps – seventh on Great Britain’s all-time list – and scored 68 points which included 21 goals and 47 assists. After making his full debut for GB in 1998, the Sunderland-born defenceman went on…
AHL Announces Winners of 2023-24 Excellence Awards
[ad_1] SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … The American Hockey League held its 2024 Awards Gala during the Board of Governors’ Annual Meeting at Hilton Head Island, S.C., on Thursday evening, presenting several awards for excellence and service: For the second year in a row, Hershey Bears vice president of hockey operations Bryan Helmer has been voted by…
Analyzing the Current Situation Between the Calgary Flames and Oliver Kylington
[ad_1] Oliver Kylington‘s return to the Calgary Flames was a heartwarming story celebrated throughout the team. The 27-year-old defenseman, who was nominated for the 2024 Bill Masterton Award, played 33 games this season after missing the entire 2022-23 campaign due to personal reasons. However, despite free agency opening up nine days ago, Kylington remains unsigned….
TheAHL.com announces the release of the 2024-25 AHL schedule
[ad_1] SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … The American Hockey League today released the complete schedule of games for the 2024-25 regular season, the league’s 89th year of operation. The season, with 32 teams playing 72 games apiece – a total of 1,152 games – begins on Friday, October 11 and concludes on Sunday, April 20. …
Leon Draisaitl’s Engagement Raises Questions About His Future with the Oilers
[ad_1] Congratulations to Leon Draisailt and longtime girlfriend Celeste Desjardins on their engagement. The happy couple agreed to tie the knot this week as the Edmonton Oilers’ forward set up an extravagant scene and popped the question, both sharing the exciting news on their social media pages. As happy as Oiler fans are for the…
Maple Leafs Fail to Acquire Important Defenseman Matt Roy in Free Agency
[ad_1] It was recently revealed that the Toronto Maple Leafs were pursuing top defenseman Matt Roy, but ultimately, he signed a six-year, $34.5 million contract with the Washington Capitals. The news, shared by insider Chris Johnston, highlighted Roy as a significant target who slipped through Toronto’s grasp. Ultimately, he got more than the Maple Leafs…
Three Reasons Why Timmins Deserves a Spot on the Maple Leafs Roster
[ad_1] Conor Timmins is one of the Toronto Maple Leafs defensemen who puts up good numbers whenever he plays but doesn’t seem to get a chance to play. Why not? What will happen with him this season if he stays healthy? I believe he should have a solid chance to make the regular lineup. Here…