Which NHL Teams Should be Desperately Worried About Their Poor Starts?
October 20, 2021 (21:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
We've only completed a week of the NHL season, but some teams are in dangerous positions early on. How should fans of Winnipeg, Montreal and Chicago feel right now, in particular? More...

Pro Tip: Don't Give the Oilers Space on the Power Play
October 20, 2021 (20:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The Edmonton Oilers' power play has continued where it left off from last season, and there's a reason you should be afraid once 97 and 29 get the puck. More...

Player Tracking in Youth Hockey? The Future is Now
October 20, 2021 (19:45) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
With sensor technology that maps every split-second of action in hockey games, a Vancouver-based tech company could change the way people evaluate players at the developmental level. More...

Bergevin: "Long Shot" Shea Weber Plays Again
October 20, 2021 (19:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Marc Bergevin revealed to reporters on Wednesday that it is unlikely that Shea Weber ever plays in the NHL again. More...

What Will the Sharks do with Evander Kane?
October 20, 2021 (18:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Evander Kane's 21-game suspension for violating the NHL's COVID-19 protocol raises further questions about the 30-year-old winger's future with the San Jose Sharks. More...

The Most Intriguing Early Season NHL Storylines
October 20, 2021 (17:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
What's an early season overreaction storyline that might actually pan out to be something worth watching? More...

So, How About the Buffalo Sabres?
October 20, 2021 (16:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The Buffalo Sabres hold a perfect record after a week of play. The sample size is small, the teams they've beaten aren't world beaters and things are about to get dicey, but the Sabres have definitely played better than expected at this point. More...

Premier Hockey Federation Announces Broadcast Deal with ESPN
October 20, 2021 (15:45) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The Premier Hockey Federation announced an exclusive broadcast deal with ESPN on Wednesday that serves as a monumental move in growing women's hockey. More...

Hurricanes? Jesperi Kotkaniemi Primed for Montreal Return
October 20, 2021 (02:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Theres no debate that Kotkaniemi failed to live up to expectations with the Canadiens. But now, paired with a hefty contract, he's hoping to show Montreal they made a mistake letting him go this summer. More...

Mike Bossy Diagnosed with Lung Cancer
October 19, 2021 (22:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Mike Bossy announced that he will be taking time off from his job at TVA Sports after being diagnosed with lung cancer. More...

What's Next for Evander Kane?
October 19, 2021 (21:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Anybody and everybody deserves a second chance, including Evander Kane. However, when you look at his career trajectory, you could argue he has already been given multiple second chances. So, where does Kane go from here? More...

Breaking Down Central Scouting's 2022 Draft Watch List
October 19, 2021 (20:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The NHL bureau has released its October ratings and while it is still very early for absolutes, there are some notable themes to dive into. More...

Moritz Seider Already Looks Like the Real Deal
October 19, 2021 (19:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The big German blueliner finally made his NHL debut this season after a couple of years of heavy anticipation. It was worth the wait, and the Red Wings appear to have a defensive star on their hands. More...

Which NHL Coaches, GMs are on the Hot Seat in 2021-22?
October 19, 2021 (18:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
It's still early in the season, but which NHL coaches and GMs should be worried that a bad season will knock them out of a job? More...

The Hockey News Podcast: Will Tampa Pull Another Salary-Cap Stunt?
October 19, 2021 (17:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Will the Lightning use a Nikita Kucherov injury to their advantage again? Is Evander Kane's NHL career over? Plus, early-season overreactions and more. More...

Could the Ottawa Senators Pursue Claude Giroux This Season?
October 19, 2021 (16:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Claude Giroux's future is drawing some interest in the rumor mill. The Philadelphia Flyers captain is slated to become an unrestricted free agent next July. One team that could be in the running is the Ottawa Senators. More...

Russia Unveils Coaching Staff for Beijing 2022
October 19, 2021 (15:30) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Team Russia has unveiled a coaching staff for the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games that is littered with former NHL talent. More...

Top 5 Examples of the EA Sports NHL Cover Curse
October 19, 2021 (14:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Perhaps nothing makes a hockey player more mainstream than being featured on the cover of the newest edition of EA Sports NHL video-game series. But many players who appeared on Chel have had their share of problems, too. Coincidence or curse? You decide. More...

Maple Leafs' Matthews Does Everything but Score in Overtime Loss to Rangers
October 19, 2021 (04:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Auston Matthews was a force around the New York Rangers' net but the Toronto Maple Leafs forward ran into a wall named Igor Shesterkin. More...

The Lightning Will be Fine Without Nikita Kucherov
October 18, 2021 (22:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Tampa Bay proved they can still be a feared combatant without Kucherov. Even with the changes during the off-season, the Lightning should be in good shape. More...

Evander Kane Given 21-Game Suspension for Violating NHL's COVID-19 Protocol
October 18, 2021 (22:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane has been suspended for 21 games until Nov. 30 for violating the NHL's COVID-19 protocol. More...

How to Make Defensemen More Valuable in Fantasy Hockey
October 18, 2021 (20:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
In points-focused leagues, defensemen are often an afterthought in fantasy hockey. Matt Larkin offers up some ideas on how to make them more important for your league to add some extra spice. More...

Lightning?s Kucherov out Indefinitely with Lower-Body Injury
October 18, 2021 (20:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Tampa Bay Lightning star Nikita Kucherov will be out indefinitely with a lower-body injury he suffered against the Washington Capitals last weekend. More...

Canucks Travis Hamonic Granted Leave of Absence
October 18, 2021 (19:45) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The Vancouver Canucks have placed defenseman Travis Hamonic on a temporary leave of absence. More...

Three Things We Learned From Week 1 of the 2021-22 NHL Season
October 18, 2021 (19:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
If you wanted excitement, you certainly were rewarded during the first week of the brand new season. Here are three of the biggest things we learned to kick off the 2021-22 campaign. More...

Simply Put, Carter Hart Needs to be Better
October 18, 2021 (17:30) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
After a disappointing 2020-21 campaign, Carter Hart had a disappointing season debut on Friday. The Flyers need him to forget last year and move in a positive direction if they're going to be a threat. More...

The Jack Eichel Saga Rolls On
October 18, 2021 (16:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Despite recent reports indicating a breakthrough in the Jack Eichel trade talks, it appears discussions have stalled again. What happens next? More...

Kovalchuk Named GM of Russian Olympic Team
October 18, 2021 (16:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Ilya Kovalchuk has been named general manager of Russia's Olympic team that is set to vie for gold in Beijing. More...

Fantasy Hockey: Head-to-Head Primer Week 2
October 18, 2021 (15:30) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The first few weeks are always a little whacky in fantasy hockey, and it might be time to take advantage of hot starts around the league before it's too late. More...

THN Three Stars: Kopitar, Campbell, Stamkos Shine in Week 1
October 17, 2021 (22:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
After an eventful first week to open up the NHL season, Adam Proteau looks at three players that stood up over the rest. More...

Prospect Roundup: Early Season CHL Stock Watch
October 17, 2021 (20:30) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The CHL season is in full swing, with many top prospects making the most - or in some cases, not so much - of the new season. Here's a look at how some of the more notable prospects have shaped up thus far. More...

Maple Leafs' Matthews set for Season Debut Against Rangers on Monday
October 17, 2021 (18:45) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews will make his much-anticipated season debut when the team hosts the New York Rangers on Monday. More...

Puerto Rico Wins Gold in First Women's Hockey Tournament
October 17, 2021 (18:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
On Thursday, Puerto Rico beat Chile for its first win in its first game. Three days later, they were crowned champions at the Amerigol Latam Cup in Florida. More...

Mark Giordano: Fire and Rain
October 17, 2021 (16:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Mark Giordano was a Flames lifer who took a roundabout route through Russia on his way to the NHL. So, yes, it's strange to be in Seattle " but he's been a stranger in a strange land before. More...

Alex Bishop and his Wild, Unprecedented Night
October 17, 2021 (04:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Alex Bishop has a mid-term on Tuesday. And another one Thursday, too. Such is life as an emergency backup. In one fell swoop, Bishop went from being a university student to an unlikely NHLer. More...

Maple Leafs' Alex Bishop Reflects on Experience as Emergency Backup Goaltender
October 17, 2021 (03:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
University of Toronto goaltender Alex Bishop talks about his experience of suiting up as a backup goaltender for the Toronto Maple Leafs. More...

'Watch out for Leo Boivin': Remembering a Hockey Star
October 17, 2021 (02:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
They just don't make defensemen like Leo Boivin anymore: hip checking masterminds ready to punish the game's top players. The world lost Boivin at the age of 89 on Saturday. More...

Who is Alex Bishop? Meet the Maple Leafs' New Backup Goalie
October 16, 2021 (17:45) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Despite the burden of fall mid-terms, University of Toronto goaltender Alex Bishop is set to backup Petr Mrazek tonight in an odd situation for the Leafs. When it comes to the rapid movement of high-level hockey, Bishop is well acquainted. More...

Leafs Sign U of T Goaltender Bishop to Amateur Contract to Dress as Backup Against Senators
October 16, 2021 (17:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Injuries, illness and cap issues have forced the Toronto Maple Leafs to sign an amateur goaltender to dress as the team's backup against the Ottawa Senators. More...

Fantasy Hockey Roundup: Looking at a Chaotic First Week
October 16, 2021 (16:45) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
What a ridiculous start to the season. The NHL campaign is in full force, and Jason Chen has you covered regarding which fantasy players you need to keep an eye on. More...

Welcoming the PHF: The 'NWHL' No More
October 16, 2021 (16:45) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The brass at the NWHL had to choose whether to refresh or completely rebrand the league. They decided to go big. Get to know the Premier Hockey Federation ahead of a huge season for the group. More...

Which NHL Rookies You Need on Your Fantasy Hockey Team
October 16, 2021 (13:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The 2021-22 NHL rookie crop is a strong one, with many big names ready to power your fantasy team. Matt Larkin shares his philosophy when selecting rookies for your team, and who you should keep an eye on. More...

Injuries Causing Early Season Headaches for NHL Teams
October 15, 2021 (21:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Were barely two games into the season for some teams, and already, their depth is being seriously tested. Thats unlikely to change, all season long. More...

Is Adam Fox Worth $10 million Per Season?
October 15, 2021 (20:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
His peer, Charlie McAvoy, just inked a big extension in Boston and the New York Rangers rearguard already has a Norris Trophy. More...

How Long Until We See Women Refs in the NHL?
October 15, 2021 (19:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Ten women officials will work games in the AHL when the season opens Friday night. How long will it be until we see one working in the NHL? More...

Playing for Jimmy: Grieving Hayes Suits up for Flyers Season
October 15, 2021 (18:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
At just 31, former NHL player Jimmy Hayes was found dead this summer inside his family home. Nearly two months later, the idea of starting a season without his brother weighs on Philadelphia Flyers forward Kevin Hayes. More...

Is a Vladimir Tarasenko Trade Possible This Season?
October 15, 2021 (17:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Tarasenko's future with the St. Louis Blues was a hot topic for off-season speculation following his trade request earlier in the summer. While a deal failed to materialize, the possibility remains the 29-year-old winger could be moved at some point this season. More...

Bruins, McAvoy Agree to Eight-Year Extension
October 15, 2021 (15:00) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The Boston Bruins solidified their blueline for the next decade, signing Charlie McAvoy to an eight-year contract extension. More...

NHL 22 Review: A New, But Familiar Experience
October 15, 2021 (13:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
The latest hockey game from EA Sports gets a nice upgrade in the visual department and solid quality of life changes. While it's not a huge advancement, it's still something fans of the series will enjoy. More...

Maple Leafs? Mrazek Injures Groin in Debut Loss to Senators
October 15, 2021 (04:15) [ Indexed from The Hockey News ]
Petr Mrazek made 23 saves on 26 shots in his debut start for the Maple Leafs, but his last stop resulted in a groin injury, leaving his status in doubt. More...