The Montreal Canadiens have unequivocally shut down trade talks involving defenseman Arber Xhekaj, as confirmed by NHL insider Elliotte Friedman. Despite being loaned to AHL Laval over a month ago, the Canadiens are standing firm, denying any inquiries about the blue liner. In fact, General Manager Kent Hughes, just 48 days before the trade deadline,…
P.K. Subban used to be one of the best defensemen in the NHL. However, he’s now retired. When he played, he was known for his dynamic style and sometimes outrageous personality. During his career, Subban made an impact, initially with the Montreal Canadiens and later with the Nashville Predators, New Jersey Devils, and briefly with…
The original deadline strategy for the Toronto Maple Leafs this season seemingly revolved around trying to go big and add to the blue line. Based on comments from Elliotte Friedman on the latest 32 Thoughts podcast, it sounds like that plan didn’t turn out as hoped. As a result, the team went ahead and signed…
The Edmonton Oilers have etched their names in the NHL record books, securing their place in history with an impressive 13-game winning streak—the longest ever by a Canadian team. In a low-scoring, but still entertaining Battle of Alberta on Saturday night, the Oilers defeated the Calgary Flames with a 3-1 victory. The win both prolonged…
Looking at the NHL Trade Deadline candidates for the Seattle Kraken, an interesting narrative surrounds the team. While the Kraken have surprised many since coming into the NHL, unfortunately of late they have struggled considerably to find their game. The team won eight in a row, but have lost their previous three. Hot and cold…
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Tonight’s matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames is not just a Battle of Alberta; it’s a crucial showdown that could have significant implications on the Pacific Division standings. If the Oilers emerge victorious, they will secure a six-point lead over the Flames with four games in hand, potentially allowing them to pull…
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar has etched his name in the annals of NHL history by reaching 300 career points in just 280 games. This milestone places him in elite company, trailing only the legendary Bobby Orr, who achieved the same feat in a mere 279 games. Makar’s accomplishment underscores his exceptional skill and impact…
In a big news shocker on Saturday, the New York Islanders have made a significant coaching change, appointing Patrick Roy as their new head coach. The decision was officially announced by Lou Lamoriello, the President of Hockey Operations and General Manager for the Islanders, who simultaneously revealed that Lane Lambert has been relieved of his…
by Ryan Smith | AHL On The Beat “When you’re building your career and you’re moving up the ladder, you’re trying to prepare yourself as best as you can for opportunities that arise, but usually you’re thinking about that in the offseason. “This one happened overnight.” December 12, 2023, was far from the average evening…
