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…

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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Matthews, Nylander, Sundin, Chayka & Same Old Marner – The Hockey Writers – Toronto Maple Leafs

There are offseasons where the noise around the Toronto Maple Leafs feels a little forced—where the storylines get stretched because nothing much is happening. This isn’t one of those times. This is one of those springs where everything matters. What the players are saying matters. Who the organization brings in matters. Even what former players…

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Lightning Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy Nets Latest Vezina Finalist Nod – The Hockey Writers – Tampa Bay Lightning

Tampa Bay Lightning goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy is within striking distance of some top hardware. He’s been named a finalist for the Vezina Trophy, the award for the best goalie in the NHL. He’s a finalist alongside New York Islanders netminder Ilya Sorokin and Boston Bruins backstop Jeremy Swayman. The winner of the award will be…

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3 Takeaways From Coachella Valley Firebirds’ First Round Win Over Bakersfield Condors – The Hockey Writers – Coachella Valley Firebirds

The Seattle Kraken might have missed the postseason for the third straight season, but their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate team, the Coachella Valley Firebirds, is making them proud. The Firebirds have only been in the AHL for four seasons and have clinched a playoff spot in all four.  The Firebirds played their first round…

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