One Cup Away: McDavid, the Pressure to Win, and the Greats Who Never Did – The Hockey Writers – Edmonton Oilers

Widely considered the best player of his generation—and maybe even one of the greatest in NHL history—the Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid has already done nearly everything an NHL superstar can do. He’s won MVPs, dominated scoring races, and delivered highlight-reel plays night after night. He even won the Conn Smythe Trophy last season, even though…

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MÃ¥ns Goos – 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile – The Hockey Writers – NHL Entry Draft

MÃ¥ns Goos 2024-25 Team: Färjestad BK J20 (J20 Nationell)Date of Birth: May 5, 2007Place of Birth: VästerÃ¥s, SwedenHt: 6-foot-5 Wt: 190 poundsCatches: LeftPosition: GoaltenderNHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 first-year eligible Rankings While all eyes have been on Love Harenstam as Sweden’s next great goaltender, MÃ¥ns Goos has quietly emerged as a formidable competitor. As a rookie…

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4 Players the Maple Leafs Should Target in the 3rd Round of 2025 NHL Draft – The Hockey Writers – NHL Entry Draft

I recently wrote on five prospects that the Toronto Maple Leafs should target with their second-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. While they don’t have a first-round selection, they have a number of prospects to choose from that could be decent middle-six options.  Their next pick is in the third-round and per Tankathon, they…

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Veteran Broadcaster Calls for Epic Maple Leafs Roster Shakeup – The Hockey Writers – Toronto Maple Leafs

Many insiders and broadcasters appear to believe that Mitch Marner may leave the Toronto Maple Leafs in free agency. As a pending UFA and following another disappointing playoff exit, the roster change feels logical, even if somewhat risky, given the potential downside of letting him walk away. However, one long-time broadcaster and producer believes the…

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