Author: Conrad Jack

Conrad Jack is a Manitoba based sportswriter covering the Winnipeg Jets (NHL) and the Manitoba Moose (AHL). He also covers the NHL Draft and World Junior Championship for ITR. He writes the Bargain Bin blog which covers NHL News & Rumours.

Erik Karlsson Wins Third Career Norris Trophy

The 2023 NHL awards have been decided, and for the third time, San Jose Sharks defenseman Erik Karlsson has won the James Norris Memorial Trophy. The other two James Norris Memorial Trophy nominees were a third-place nominee for Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar and a second-place nominee for New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox. Karlsson […]

Sean Durzi Traded to the Arizona Coyotes

The fireworks of the NHL’s 2023 offseason have started to kick off. The news of the Arizona Coyotes looking to become more competitive has gone into full swing with their newest acquisition Sean Durzi. Sean Durzi was traded to the Arizona Coyotes for a 2024 second-round pick, this second-round pick originally belonged to Montreal. While […]

Bargain Bin: Flames, Jets, Blackhawks, Board Of Governors, NHL Draft

Buckle up; this one is a big bargain bin. With the NHL draft approaching fast, it will undoubtedly be one of the best draft classes of all time. Tons of talent with high ceilings available as low as the mid-to-late second round. Teams might be able to accelerate their rebuild if they draft the right […]

Bargain Bin: Leafs, Bruins, Flames, Hockey Hall of Fame

One of the best things when it comes to rumors and news in the NHL is the fact that it is always so unpredictable and catches you by surprise. Let’s dive into today’s edition of Bargain Bin on Thursday, June 22nd. Toronto Maple Leafs It is no secret that the Toronto Maple Leafs have a […]

Connor Hellebuyck to New Jersey?

In a rather interesting turn of events with the goaltender carousel, the Winnipeg Jets and the New Jersey Devils have entered the realm of possibilities where Connor Hellebuyck may end up. The 2019-20 Vezina Trophy winner as the league’s best goaltender has certainly been an anchor in the net for the Jets. With New Jersey […]

Bargain Bin: Sharks, Senators, Coyotes, Oilers, UFA Market, Goalie Market

When it comes to the rumor mill in the NHL, it can be super mind puzzling and send you for a massive twist. Sometimes, that twist lets you understand what is happening in the NHL. However, I’ll try to dissect all of this within today’s edition of Bargain Bin on Tuesday, June 20th. Previous Bargain […]

Oliver Ekman-Larsson Bought Out By Vancouver

The Vancouver Canucks announced on Friday, June 16th, that they have bought out defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson’s contract. Ekman-Larsson had a cap hit of $8.25 million, which Arizona retained 12% of his salary, $990,000 in total. Oliver Ekman-Larsson Stats The buyout spans eight years and affects both the Vancouver Canucks and Arizona Coyotes. Via CapFriendly, you […]

Bargain Bin: Oilers, Jets, Flyers, Bruins, NHL Draft

It feels like there’s not a lot going on, but so much at the same time in the National Hockey League. In Saturday’s edition of Bargain Bin, I focused on a lot of rumour-based stuff and some news. Today, I’m going to focus on some more news and less of the rumour-based stuff without straying […]

Bargain Bin: Jets, Senators, Panthers, Free Agency

The 2023 NHL Entry Draft in Nashville is just around the corner. There’s a ton of speculation surrounding around where certain players will be drafted. After the third overall pick, there’s no certainty about where players will be drafted. The draft is flooded with high-end talent, though there’s a ton of high-end talent available via […]

Winnipeg Ice Sold, Moves for THIRD Time in Franchise History

For the fifth time since the formation of the Western Hockey League, the city of Winnipeg has failed to keep a Major Junior hockey team—the Winnipeg Jets, Winnipeg Clubs, Winnipeg Monarchs, Winnipeg Warriors, and now the Winnipeg Ice. The individual franchise was formerly known as the Winnipeg Ice and has previously been known as the […]