Hockey 101

Hockey 101: Hockey Slang

“He fired a wrister from the point and went bar down, got an apple in that game too.” Huh? Hockey slang can be confusing, but with a little studying, you’ll be talking like a star forward in no time. Apple: An assist on a goal. Ryan Strome notched yet another apple on Frank Vatrano’s goal […]

Carson Wetsch, Calgary Hitmen (Photo: Jenn Pierce/Calgary Hitmen)

2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Carson Wetsch

Carson Wetsch, 17, is a 2024 draft-eligible physically imposing player at 6-foot-2 and 190 pounds. In his rookie season in the WHL for the Calgary Hitmen, he scored 10 goals, provided 11 assists, and totalled 21 points in 45 games.

Charlie Elick, Brandon Wheat Kings (Photo Credit: Rick Elvin)

2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Charlie Elick

Charlie Elick is one of the most well-rounded defensemen in the 2024 NHL Draft class. He has the makings of being an impactful presence on any team’s blueline with a reliable calm presence offensively and defensively.

Christian Humphreys, USNTDP (Rena Laverty / USA Hockey’s NTDP)

2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Christian Humphreys

Christian Humphreys has shown consistent performance as a two-way forward. Standing at 5-foot-11, 180 pounds, he is a promising prospect who has the potential to exceed expectations and become a steal in the draft.

How Do NHL Playoffs Work?

NHL Playoff season is upon us, and you may be wondering, “how do playoffs even work?” Whether you are new to the sport or have been a lifelong fan, playoffs can be confusing. How do teams clinch a spot? What is a wildcard? How many games do they play? All of your questions will be […]

When Can Newly-Drafted Prospects Break Through Into The NHL?

When do or can prospects make the jump to the NHL/AHL level? Most NHL prospects take 3-5 years post-draft to reach the NHL, with less than a third of first-rounders making an NHL team. Factors like skill development and individual progression dictate the timeline. Additionally, a strict NHL-CHL agreement impacts where prospects can play, depending on age. Any player under the age of 20 is ineligible to play in the AHL. NHL Entry Draft intricacies, entry-level contracts, Russian political issues and AHL stints shape a prospect’s journey.

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ECHL: Savannah Ghost Pirates Sweep Rapid City Rush

Ghost Pirates Sweep Rush in 3 game series set in the Black Hills of South Dakota.

Hockey 101: The PWHL Explained

The PWHL is causing a huge buzz across the hockey community as they begin their inaugural season. Six teams have taken their respective cities by storm, breaking attendance records again and again, and creating a new generation of superstar female athletes, all while inspiring the next. Let’s take a look at the league, its teams, […]

Diary of a Last Place Fan

What is it like being a fan of the second-worst team in the league? I will give recaps of the last game through the eyes of a fan and not that of a writer. Here we go, highlights of last night’s San Jose Sharks vs. Calgary Flames game. Coming off the less-than-inspiring 1-0 loss in […]

Hockey 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Hockey Penalties

Slashing? Boarding? Cross-checking? If you’re new to hockey, you may be hearing these words thrown around a lot but not quite understanding what the referees are really saying. No worries– it’ll all be explained here! The key thing to know is that there are different consequences for different penalties, depending on the type. Some penalties […]