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The Colorado Avalanche haven’t been able to replicate the success of their 2022 Stanley Cup victory. They looked poised to make a deep playoff run in back-to-back playoffs in 2022-23, but the Seattle Kraken pulled off one of the most massive upsets in recent history. It looked like we could see the demise of the […]

The Montreal Canadiens could own the most exciting offseason of any of the NHL franchises. The summer started by having the best draft, addressing their lack of forward depth by selecting Ivan Demidov and Michael Hage in the first round. Then, they improved their forward pool even more by acquiring Patrik Laine from the Columbus […]

The Pittsburgh Penguins enter 2024-25 having missed the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in Sidney Crosby‘s career. Despite a 94-point season from the 36-year-old Crosby, they only amassed 91 points last year. With an important season ahead, we’ll be making our Pittsburgh Penguins 2024-25 bold predictions. Last year marked Erik Karlsson’s first […]

The Vegas Golden Knights fell short of the Stanley Cup in 2024. In fact, the Golden Knights failed to make it out of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It was an anti-climatic end to the team’s first-ever Stanley Cup defense. And what may be worse is the team they beat in 2023 […]

The Nashville Predators had an active offseason, to say the least. The Predators emerged as one of the winners of NHL Free Agency thanks to their moves. After a first-round exit from the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season, Nashville believes they can compete for the Stanley Cup outright this upcoming season. Nashville signed Steven Stamkos […]

The Los Angeles Kings could not overcome the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again. Los Angeles has tried to defeat their Alberta-based division rivals for three consecutive years. And in each season, Los Angeles has seemed to grow further from their goal of advancing past the Oilers. Whether the Kings face Edmonton […]

The Anaheim Ducks are currently riding a six-year playoff drought but have young talent that should excite fans. After trading for Cutter Gauthier last season, they have multiple stars that can score, including Trevor Zegras and Mason McTavish. Ahead of training camp, we’ll be looking at the Ducks 2024 bold predictions. The biggest acquisition of […]

The Seattle Kraken missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2024. Seattle fell short of expectations after making the postseason the year prior. This summer, the Kraken made moves to give themselves a better chance at postseason hockey in 2025. They even have a new head coach who could bring a new perspective to a team […]

The New Jersey Devils made big moves in NHL Free Agency to bolster their roster. However, they felt there was a need for additional depth before training camp begins this week. As a result, they have made a move for former San Jose Sharks forward Kevin Labanc. Labanc is reportedly heading to Devils training camp […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets set out to add to their roster ahead of training camp. And on Sunday, they made their first move. James van Riemsdyk was unsigned late in NHL Free Agency this offseason. But he has finally found a team to call home for the 2024-25 campaign. van Riemsdyk has signed a one-year […]

The Ottawa Senators have a rich history that dates back to the early days of the Stanley Cup. That team dissolved before the Original Six and Canada’s capital was left without a team for almost 60 years. The new iteration has had great players from Daniel Alfredsson to Erik Karlsson but no championships. Despite the […]

The Vegas Golden Knights are going to look a whole lot different without one of the original ‘Golden Misfits’ next season. Jonathan Marchessault left the strip to sign a five-year deal with the Nashville Predators on July 1, and Knights GM Kelly McCrimmon revealed why late last week. “That just wasn’t a term we were […]

The Philadelphia Flyers are already days into rookie camp, but their main NHL training camp doesn’t officially get underway until next Thursday. And forward Joel Farabee will be firmly “in the spotlight” right from the start, according to The Athletic’s Kevin Kurz. In his latest mailbag at the end of last week, the hockey insider […]

When the Colorado Avalanche officially open their training camp at the South Suburban Family Sports Center in Centennial next Thursday, it’ll be without a familiar face. Artturi Lehkonen, who had offseason shoulder surgery after the Avs lost in Round 2 to the Dallas Stars, “won’t be a full participant,” a team spokesperson told The Score’s […]

The Vancouver Canucks were one of the big surprises of the hockey world in 2023-24, following up three consecutive missed postseasons by finishing first place in the Pacific Division. Rick Tocchet won the Jack Adams as the coach of the year, Quinn Hughes captured his first Norris Trophy after a terrific campaign, and the Canucks […]

At one point, it appeared as if the New York Islanders would not bring back Matt Martin. Martin has had a long career in the NHL to this point. But the Islanders seemed ready to move on after failing to win the Stanley Cup. This left his future in the league up in the air. […]

The St. Louis Blues made a coaching change midway through last season. St. Louis got off to a slow start, and after a loss to the Detroit Red Wings, they felt a move was needed. After Drew Bannister took over, the team improved and nearly made the Stanley Cup Playoffs. In the end, they fell […]

The Ottawa Senators had a disappointing 2023-24 campaign. Ottawa came close to making the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2023. However, 2024 was a different story. The Senators fired head coach DJ Smith as a result of their poor performances. With Travis Green now Ottawa’s bench boss, there is hope for better fortunes in the season […]

At one point, John Klingberg was one of the premier offensive defensemen in the NHL. He helped the Dallas Stars go on deep playoff runs and contend for the Stanley Cup. However, things have gone down hill for the veteran rearguard. A one-year contract with the Anaheim Ducks did not work in his favor. And […]

The Edmonton Oilers have made a ton of moves this summer. Recently, these moves have involved their defensive unit. The Oilers traded Cody Ceci to the San Jose Sharks not long ago to clear additional cap space. They also lost Philip Broberg to the St. Louis Blues. After these moves, Edmonton sought to replenish its […]

The Dallas Stars have come close to reaching the Stanley Cup Final for the past two seasons, making back-to-back appearances in the Western Conference Final. In 2023, they were eliminated by the eventual Stanley Cup champions, the Vegas Golden Knights. The following year, in 2024, they were ousted by the Edmonton Oilers, who went on […]

The San Jose Sharks had a miserable 2023-24 season. However, there is some hope for a turnaround in the years ahead. The Sharks have a new head coach behind the bench. And they will see first-overall pick Macklin Celebrini take the ice alongside fellow top prospect Will Smith sometime soon. All in all, things are […]

Utah HC will have the exciting task of turning Salt Lake City into a success story after the failures of the NHL in Arizona. After a lengthy battle with arenas and attendance issues, the league finally hauled hockey out of the desert and gave it to a more deserving city. They believe that Utah Jazz […]

New York Islanders goalie Ilya Sorokin is looking to bounce back from the worst season of his career. After a potential injury was floated by Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, fans were concerned that 2024-25 would be another rough year for him. General Manager Lou Lamoriello confirmed there is an injury but said he’s not concerned on […]

The Carolina Hurricanes were part of the NHL’s push into non-traditional markets, following teams like the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim and the Dallas Stars and preceding the Nashville Predators. However, like Dallas, the Hurricanes originated in another city before relocating to their current home. Originally known as the Hartford Whalers when they joined the NHL […]

The Carolina Hurricanes fell short of the Stanley Cup in 2024. Their second-round loss to the New York Rangers certainly hurts even with the 2024-25 season drawing near. This week, Carolina’s NHL Free Agency haul grew through the professional tryout market. Carolina is taking a look at former Edmonton Oilers forward Sam Gagner. Gagner has […]

The Calgary Flames traded for Jonathan Huberdeau in the summer of 2022. It was a massive trade that sent Matthew Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers in the same deal. The Panthers won the Stanley Cup in part due to this trade. Huberdeau, meanwhile, has struggled in two seasons with the Flames. Huberdeau scored 30 goals […]

The Seattle Kraken extended defenseman Adam Larsson earlier this week. Larsson has played well in the three seasons he’s played in the Pacific Northwest to this point. And he now looks set to remain part of Seattle’s blueline for the foreseeable future. On Wednesday, Larsson met with the media after news of his signing became […]

The Utah Hockey Club is entering its first season in the NHL in 2024-25. Utah HC made major moves this offseason to bolster their roster for this debut campaign. For instance, they traded for Mikhail Sergachev in a deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning. All of these moves have the team ready to go, chief […]

The Florida Panthers won the Stanley Cup in 2024 but lost some key figures in NHL Free Agency. One key player who departed the team was defenseman Brandon Montour. Montour signed a seven-year contract with the Seattle Kraken after winning the Cup this summer. Recently, the veteran blueliner spoke more about leaving his former team. […]

The Edmonton Oilers signed Leon Draisaitl to a huge eight-year contract extension this summer. Edmonton’s front office did well to sign Draisaitl and avoid losing him to NHL Free Agency next summer for nothing. However, they have to get back into the negotiating room sometime soon, this time with Connor McDavid. McDavid is eligible to […]

The Calgary Flames are a team with plenty of question marks entering the preseason. They traded away their starting goaltender, Jacob Markstrom, to the New Jersey Devils, and it seems like they are rebuilding despite some large contracts doled out to veterans. It’s hard to decide which way this season will go for Calgary. However, […]

The New Jersey Devils are looking to bounce back in 2024-25 after a disappointing 2023-24 season. Defenseman Luke Hughes is expected to make a leap in his second full season with the team. On Thursday, that hope was dealt a massive blow when the team reported that Hughes would be out 6-8 weeks with a […]

While negotiating on a new contract with the only NHL team he’s ever played for, Winnipeg Jets’ restricted free agent center Cole Perfetti reportedly draws interest from other teams ahead of 2024-25. Potential suitors are willing to sign Perfetti to an offer sheet to poach him. However, the four-year center is confident the two sides […]

The Florida Panthers are still reveling in the glory of their first-ever Stanley Cup championship, a thrilling seven-game series victory over the Edmonton Oilers. After winning the first three games, disaster nearly struck as they dropped the next three, but they ultimately secured the title with a Game 7 win on home ice. With the […]

The last time the Buffalo Sabres made the playoffs, Ryan Miller was the starting goaltender and the team was led by Thomas Vanek, Jason Pominville and Tyler Ennis. Oh, and Barack Obama was President of the United States. Yes, it’s been that long. The Sabres last advanced to the dance in 2010-11, where they led […]

How much more hockey does veteran goaltender Martin Jones have left? Once considered one of the National Hockey League’s more capable starters, he has become a journeyman in recent years, playing for four different teams in as many seasons. Jones began his NHL career with the Los Angeles Kings as Jonathan Quick’s backup and earned […]

The Edmonton Oilers had a tough decision to make when Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway were offer sheeted by the St. Louis Blues earlier this summer — and general manager Stan Bowman chose not to match them. On Monday, the controversial GM took a parting shot at the two young players. “The players can probably […]

The Toronto Maple Leafs signed RFA Nick Robertson to a one-year deal this week after he requested a trade earlier this summer. There was a belief that he could stick around and fight for playing time on the left side, but it appears Robertson still wants out. Via Frank Seravalli: “Despite new contract, belief is […]