Author: Joshua Anselmo
A hockey mind that's always looking at new and insightful ways to bring different perspectives of the game we all love.
Post-Game Analysis: Penguins Drop Season Opener to Blackhawks 4-2
The Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2 in the season opener. After the Penguins got out to a 2-0 lead midway through the game, the young Chicago Blackhawks battled hard and eventually found a way to steal two points in Pittsburgh. In the first period, the Penguins controlled play early until newly signed veteran […]
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Erie Otters Acquire Overage Goaltender Benjamin Gaudreau As Part Of Three-Team Deal
Sarnia Sting overage goaltender Ben Gaudreau has been traded to the Erie Otters as part of a three-team deal! On Tuesday afternoon, the Sarnia Sting made quite the splash, sending the overage goaltender to the Erie Otters as part of a three-team trade with the OHL’s 2nd-ranked Saginaw Spirit, who acquired Erie Otters goaltender Nolan […]
Read MoreLondon Knights Acquire Peterborough Goaltender Michael Simpson Ahead of Season Opener
The London Knights and Peterborough Petes have made quite the splash on Tuesday afternoon, sending overage goaltender Michael Simpson to London, in return for 2006-born goaltender Zach Bowen and a 3rd-round pick in 2025 that originally belonged to Kingston. After making another trade with the Niagara IceDogs a few weeks ago, the London Knights opened […]
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Should The Maple Leafs Move On From Calle Jarnkrok?
The Toronto Maple Leafs are certainly in a bit of a cap crunch heading into the 2023-24 season. New Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving has already made the bulk of his offseason moves, but is more to come? With Toronto needing to clear around $2,943,950 prior to the season per Capfriendly.com, should the Maple […]
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Can Nedeljkovic Replace DeSmith as the Penguins Backup Goaltender?
After missing the postseason for the first time in sixteen years, it was obvious this Penguins roster was destined for change. While making a splash to acquire reigning Norris Trophy winner Erik Karlsson, the Penguins also finally moved on from the Tristan Jarry and Casey DeSmith goaltending tandem. After extending Tristan Jarry earlier in the […]
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Why the Maple Leafs Gamble on John Klingberg Could Be Significant
New Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving has had quite the start to his tenure in Toronto. With the popular additions of Tyler Bertuzzi, Max Domi, and Ryan Reaves, it’s safe to say many fans are excited for what’s to come in 2023-24. However, there’s one addition, in particular, I don’t think is getting enough […]
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How Does Alex DeBrincat’s New Deal Impact William Nylander’s Situation With Toronto?
Detroit Red Wings General Manager Steve Yzerman might’ve just thrown a wrench into the William Nylander contract situation, and after completing a trade with the Ottawa Senators for Alex DeBrincat, the Red Wings immediately extended the 25-year-old forward to a very reasonable contract. The extension carries a $7,875,000 average annual value over the next four […]
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Anselmo’s Final Top 100 for the 2023 NHL Entry-Draft
The 2023 NHL Entry-Draft is one of the deepest classes we’ve seen in a while. This is a draft you won’t want to miss, highlighted by potential superstars like Connor Bedard, Adam Fantilli, and Matvei Michkov. For contending team’s the draft can be seen as a whatever, but with how much talent is available this […]
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Colts Make a Splash Acquiring the Rights to Riley Patterson
On Wednesday afternoon, the Barrie Colts made quite the move, acquiring the rights to Flint Firebirds draft pick Riley Patterson. During the 2022 OHL Priority Selection, the Flint Firebirds drafted Riley Patterson in the third round, fifty-seventh overall. Despite being a third-round pick in the Ontario Hockey League, it seemed like Riley Patterson had eyes […]
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What Would a T.J. Brodie Buyout Look Like?
The Toronto Maple Leafs are going to look a lot different next season, despite being expected to keep the core around. After moving on from ex-General Manager Kyle Dubas a few months ago, a new philosophy has been installed with the hiring of Brad Treliving. With a new General Manager in place, a lot could […]
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