Eastern Conference

Montreal Canadiens Extend Samuel Montembeault

The Montreal Canadiens announced that they have re-signed goaltender Samuel Montembeault to a three-year extension worth 3.15 million per year, there are no trade restrictions on the contract. Montembeault joined Montreal after being claimed off waivers from the Florida Panthers back in October 2021 and was given a two-year deal worth $2 million in July […]

Game 21 Three Stars: Kraken (3) vs Leafs (4) (SO)

Fresh off of their 2-1 shootout victory over the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night, the Leafs were back in action as they hosted the Seattle Kraken. Head coach Sheldon Keefe elected to go with Joseph Woll between the pipes in back-to-back games, and honestly, who could blame him? Woll was outstanding on Tuesday night against […]

Devils Plagued By Injuries Early In The Season, Luke Hughes Shines & More!

INJURIES NOT UNCOMMON FOR NEW JERSEY Early in the 2023-2024 NHL season, the New Jersey Devils have had a plethora of injuries. It started early and seems to keep overlapping as one returns another goes. Have these injuries cost the Devils more losses than they have, or is it a nonfactor? Impossible. Injuries to Jack […]

Testing the Defensive Depth: Leafs Game Preview 21

Another hectic game for the Maple Leafs on Tuesday night against the Panthers, but ultimately, due to a disallowed shootout goal and Woll playing incredibly well, the Leafs came out of the night with two points. This team will need to get much better, but as I’ve stated before, there is still time. The biggest […]

GAMEDAY PREVIEW Game 22: Detroit Red Wings vs. Chicago Blackhawks & Projected Line Combos

The Detroit Red Wings return home to take on the Chicago Blackhawks in an Original Six matchup.

November 30: Lightning vs. Penguins Game Preview

The Pittsburgh Penguins look to take on the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday, November 30th, at 7 pm EST, at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The Penguins are coming off a tough 3-2 overtime loss to the Nashville Predators on Tuesday and will be looking to take a step forward tonight in Tampa. The Lightning […]

Bruins-Sharks Game Preview With Projected Lines

Bruins Benders Podcast Bruins Game Day Preview Game 22: San Jose Sharks (5-15-2) at Boston Bruins (14-4-3) Date: Thursday, November 30 Time: 7:00 pm EST TV: NESN Radio: 98.5 The Sports Hub DraftKings Sportsbook Betting Lines: San Jose +1.5 Boston -1.5 O/U 6 San Jose Sharks Notes: The Sharks are 2-2-1 in their last five […]

Potential Trade Targets for Bruins Could Come From Anaheim

With the Boston Bruins amidst their first mini-slump after losing three in a row recently, there might be signs that additions will need to be made to the roster as the trade deadline approaches. The Bruins’ primary needs are potentially another top-six center or scoring forward and maybe even some size and nastiness on the […]

An Email Interview with NHL Network Host Jamison Coyle

As you folks already know, I am a big fan of the NHL Network. I love the content, the hosts, the innovations, and the fact that the channel is all hockey all the time. I am proud to present an email interview that I conducted with NHL Network host Jamison Coyle. Jamison clearly loves the […]

GAMEDAY PREVIEW Game 21: Detroit Red Wings vs. New York Rangers & Projected Line Combos

The Detroit Red Wings will take their three-game winning streak up against the Eastern Conference leaders in the New York Rangers