Marlies Vets Showing the Part of Pro Hockey That No One Talks About – The Hockey Writers – Toronto Marlies
There’s something pure about watching players like Logan Shaw and Vinni Lettieri in the playoffs for the American Hockey League (AHL) Toronto Marlies. They don’t need an NHL contract or a spot on the Toronto Maple Leafs bench to feel that rush when someone grabs a puck, drives to the net, or threads a pass…
Bruins’ Swayman Named Vezina Finalist – The Hockey Writers – Boston Bruins
Boston Bruins’ goalie Jeremy Swayman has been named a finalist for the 2026 Vezina Trophy alongside New York Islanders goalie Ilya Sorokin and Tampa Bay Lightning goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy. This is the first time in Swayman’s career that he’s been named a finalist and, should he win, he’d be the first goalie to do so…
2026-27 Blue Jackets Roster Projection 1.0: Life Without Their UFAs – The Hockey Writers – Columbus Blue Jackets
The 2025-26 season might be over for the Columbus Blue Jackets. But it is never too early to look ahead to 2026-27. Upon first glance, woah. How different might the Blue Jackets look next season? The answer is going to depend on a couple of important decisions by GM Don Waddell and his staff. Welcome…
3 Takeaways From Dallas Stars’ 4-2 Game 5 Loss – The Hockey Writers – Dallas Stars
After an uninspiring 4-2 loss to the Minnesota Wild in Game 5 at American Airlines Center on Tuesday night, the Dallas Stars are now on the brink of elimination. Miro Heiskanen and Jason Robertson scored for the Stars, while Jake Oettinger made 24 saves on 27 shots. Mats Zuccarello, Matt Boldy, Michael McCarron, and Kirill…
Alan Shaikhlislamov – 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Profile – The Hockey Writers – NHL Entry Draft
Alan Shaikhlislamov 2025-26 Team: Tolpar Ufa (MHL)Date of Birth: Sept. 04, 2008Place of Birth: Izhevsk, RussiaHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 187 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: Right WingNHL Draft Eligibility: 2026 first-year eligible Rankings Alan Shaikhlislamov is a fast offensive winger gifted with a good shot and a strong motor. While not overly gifted, he is a hard worker and…
FIFA World Cup Trophy: 10 Facts About Soccer’s Most Prestigious Prize
Forty-eight teams from across the globe are locked in with stars like Argentina’s Lionel Messi and France’s Kylian Mbappé eyeing their second World Cup this summer. Others like Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo and England’s Harry Kane are eyeing their first. The prize in question, the World Cup trophy, is more fascinating than most fans think. And…
Canadiens defeat Lightning in Game 5, take 3-2 series lead
Montreal·Breaking The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 in Game 5 on Wednesday night. Montreal won 3-2 against Tampa Bay Wednesday night CBC News · Posted: Apr 29, 2026 9:48 PM EDT | Last Updated: 22 minutes ago Listen to this article Estimated 1 minute The audio version of this article is generated…
Jamie Benn’s Cross-Checking Fine Highlights Inconsistencies by Department of Player Safety – The Hockey Writers – Toronto Maple Leafs
The NHL’s Department of Player Safety is being questioned again following the announcement that Dallas Stars forward Jamie Benn received a fine of $2,604.17 for cross-checking. The infraction was very similar to the one that cost Auston Matthews a two-game suspension in 2022. Dallas’ Jamie Benn has been fined $2,604.17, the maximum allowable under the…
Why Two-Way Star Shohei Ohtani Will Sometimes Be a One-Way Pitcher on His Start Days
Before this season, it had been nearly five years since Shohei Ohtani last pitched but did not hit in a game. It has now happened twice in Ohtani’s last three starts on the mound, including in Tuesday night’s 2-1 loss to the Marlins, as the Dodgers attempt to keep their two-way sensation as healthy as…
Johnny Cardoso Becomes Third American To Start In A Champions League Semifinal
On Wednesday night, 24-year-old American international Johnny Cardoso etched his name into the history books and joined an elite club among USA soccer greats. After seeing just 60 seconds of action in the quarterfinal clincher against Barcelona, Cardoso was a surprise inclusion in the starting XI for the first leg of the Champions League semifinal…