After losing both Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway to offer sheets, it would make some sense that fans (maybe even the Edmonton Oilers) would be worried about a team targeting defenseman Evan Bouchard next summer. Bouchard is coming off a breakout season where he posted 18 goals and 82 points, finishing fifth in Norris Trophy…
Rick Tocchet, known for his motivational slogans, has introduced a new catchphrase for the Vancouver Canucks: “Embrace the Hard.” The slogan aims to prepare the team for the challenges of the upcoming season, sparking a discussion by Halford & Brough on its effectiveness in conveying Tocchet’s message. The video below showcases their conversation: A Track…
Patrick Williams, TheAHL.com Features Writer This is their shot. Several names familiar to AHL fans will attend NHL training camps on professional tryout deals. No contract, no promises. Just an opportunity. For NHL teams, these veterans are there to bolster competition internally, add roster depth, and perhaps play themselves into the organization’s plans for 2024-25….
Nikolaj Ehlers, Winnipeg Jets winger, has been a key player for the franchise, but with his contract expiring soon, there are discussions about his future with the team. As he nears free agency in 2025, questions arise about whether the Jets will extend his contract or consider trading him. Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff addressed the…
The Edmonton Oilers are continuing to monitor the defenseman market, according to insider Bob Stauffer. While no specific players were named in a tweet Stauffer posted on Saturday, several intriguing options could have been hinted at behind the speculative post. Whoever Stauffer was talking about could potentially bolster the Oilers’ blue line as they prepare…
The Detroit Red Wings have signed forward Lucas Raymond to an eight-year contract with an AAV of $8,075,000. The team confirmed the signing on Monday evening, posting “Ray is here to stay.” TSN insider Pierre LeBrun reports, “$8.075M salary flat throughout. No signing bonuses. 10-team no trade when eligible for last four years.” As per…
The Toronto Maple Leafs’ future stars delivered an impressive performance in their annual prospect showdown against the Montreal Canadiens. They won both games and gave fans a glimpse of the young talent making its way through the system. From Easton Cowan’s game-winning heroics to Topi Niemela’s offensive flair, the weekend showed fans that there were…
As the 2024-25 NHL season approaches, the Toronto Maple Leafs are making headlines with new signings and changes on and off the ice. Here are some of the latest updates: Quick Hit One: Two New Maple Leafs Set to Debut Two new players, Max Pacioretty and Jani Hakanpaa, have yet to speak to the media…
Alex Ovechkin left an informal skate in visible discomfort, sparking concerns among Washington Capitals fans. According to Sammi Silber of The Hockey News, Ovechkin pulled up during the first drill, winced, and then left the ice. While some outlets have exaggerated the situation, Silber emphasized that it was not as severe as others have reported….
Sidney Crosby just signed an extremely team-friendly deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins, a two-year extension worth $8.7 million per season. He’s repeatedly left money on the table with the Penguins wanting to be a team player and stay in one city his entire career. Will Connor McDavid follow suit and work with the Edmonton Oilers,…
