Chris Driedger‘s career has had plenty of ups and downs, and his play this postseason could lead to significant peak if he and the Firebirds can secure six more wins. Coming off an injury-shortened 2022-23 season, Driedger, who backed up Joey Daccord during Coachella Valley’s postseason journey last year, has been the backbone of the…
According to a recent report by Mike G. Morreale on NHL.com, the New Jersey Devils are willing to trade the No. 10 pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. If they can get the right return that helps the team this season, GM Tom Fitzgerald says the organization has had that discussion internally about moving the…
The Cleveland Monsters worked out any remaining bus legs from Wednesday’s trip to Hershey with a brisk morning skate before Game 1 at Giant Center. “I think our guys have been itching to play,” Monsters head coach Trent Vogelhuber said. “Nobody wants to be practicing this time of year. Our guys came up and focused…
Sure, Stuart Skinner has impressed in goal. And, yes, Connor McDavid has shown once again that he’s the best hockey player in the world. But, for my money, the MVP of the Edmonton Oilers is not a player at all. It’s the new head coach, Kris Knoblauch. Knoblauch’s tenure with the Oilers has been impressive….
Patrick Williams, TheAHL.com Features Writer Game 3 of the Central Division Finals showed just how much Egor Afanasyev can take over a game. The 23-year-old forward is mobile enough to haul a 6-foot-4, 209-pound frame to open areas of the ice. He’s smart, anticipating and seeing the ice well. He also possesses a deceptive shot,…
Hockey has a rich history filled with legendary games that have captivated fans around the world. From the iconic 1972 Summit Series between Canada and the Soviet Union to the thrilling 1980 “Miracle on Ice” matchup between the USA and USSR, these games have left a lasting impact on the sport. Let’s take a look…
David Pagnotta, a guest on the NHL Network, revealed that several teams have internal interest in Carolina Hurricanes forward Martin Necas. Necas’ father publicly expressed his son’s dissatisfaction with his role in Carolina, particularly on the power play. While it’s unclear if this has affected their relationship, Pagnotta indicates that the Hurricanes are still considering…
Coachella Valley extended its winning streak to eight games and took a 2-0 series lead in the Western Conference Finals with a 3-1 victory over Milwaukee in front of 10,087 fans at a sold-out Acrisure Arena on Friday night. The teams head to Milwaukee for Game 3 of the best-of-seven matchup on Tuesday. Andrew Poturalski…
As the NHL continues to evolve, a new generation of talented players is rising through the ranks, bringing fresh excitement and potential to the ice. These young athletes are not only making names for themselves but are also poised to become the league’s future faces. This blog post delves into the profiles of some of…
According to a conversation between Elliotte Friedman and Jeff Marek, the ongoing rumors involving the Toronto Maple Leafs and Mitch Marner are likely to persist. During the latest episode of the 32 Thoughts podcast, Friedman expressed concern that negotiations between the two parties could become prolonged, potentially overshadowing the team next season. If the Maple…
