NHL

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 […]

Seven Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame

We officially have our 2023 Hockey Hall of Fame class! Tom Barrasso Career stats-369 wins, 277 losses, 3.24 GAA, .892 SV% Career Achievements- Won both the Calder and Vezina trophies in his rookie year in 1984, made the first All-Star team in 1984, Won the William Jennings Trophy for being the goalie of the team […]

Opinion: What the Kraken Can Learn From the Knights Cup Win

As the NHL 22-23 season comes to a close, the Vegas Golden Knights looked dominant in their first-ever Stanley Cup win. This feat is made all the more impressive as they are the fastest expansion franchise to win a Championship across all major North American sports since the Arizona Diamondbacks won the World Series in […]

Who Says No: Vancouver Canucks

We’re at my favorite time of the year. One week from the draft and the crazy what-if scenarios, so welcome to “Who Says No?” where I go through the pile of your trade proposals at CapFriendly.com and explain why I like or dislike them. And ultimately, who would say no? As a die-hard Canucks fan, I figured […]

2023 NHL Draft Profile: Jakub Stancl

Jakub Stancl is the 6’3” 201 pounds Czechia-born forward for the Växjö Lakers U20 team, where he scored 11-6-17 in 35 games. Strengths Jakub comes into the draft with a nearly NHL-ready size. He has a good frame that should be able to add more strength to it. He plays a smart, safe two-way game […]

The Bruins Should Pass Again On Veteran Defenseman

The Vancouver Canucks decided to buy out the final four years of defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson’s contract on Friday, paying the 31-year-old $19.5 million to not play for them. Ekman-Larsson had four years remaining on his eight-year, $66-million contract, which carried an average annual value of $8.25 million. The Canucks will pay him not to play […]

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 […]

Arizona Coyotes buy out Zack Kassian and Patrick Nemeth.

The Coyotes have bought out Zack Kassian and Patrick Nemeth as they are beginning the next phase of their rebuild. What comes next for both team and players? Zack Kassian The Zack Kassian buyout saves the Coyotes $1.53 million in cap space and $767,000 in actual dollars while having a dead cap hit of $1.67 […]

Lessons from Vegas Golden Knights Championship Journey

In just a short span of 6 years, the Vegas Golden Knights managed to clinch the cup, marking a significant achievement. This triumph holds considerable wisdom that can be beneficial for other NHL teams, such as the Vancouver Canucks, who have been striving for their initial championship win in more than half a century. Let’s […]

Travis Green behind the Bench for the Vancouver Canucks and the New Jersey Devils Locker Room

Former Vancouver Canucks Coach Travis Green Joins New Jersey Devils

Travis Green, the former coach of the Vancouver Canucks, is set to make his long-awaited return to the NHL after a year-and-a-half absence. However, he will take on a different role this time, serving as an assistant coach rather than a head coach. According to a report by Elliotte Friedman, Green will be joining the […]