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The New Jersey Devils had a much-needed general manager change this offseason, but they went an unconventional route. Their choice was a professional poker player and data scientist turned multi-time Stanley Cup champion: Sunny Mehta. Four seasons ago, the Devils won 52 games and appeared to be destined for long-term success. However, they haven’t been…
The Detroit Red Wings may have missed their best opportunity to secure one of the most important pieces of their future on a team-friendly contract. Simon Edvinsson entered the offseason as one of Detroit’s most important restricted free agents. The 23-year-old defenseman is coming off his entry-level contract and has already established himself as a…
If you think that the Vancouver Canucks are going to have some elite scorers on their squad in 2026-27, you should temper your expectations. They are likely to be one of the lowest-scoring clubs next season, even with new head coach Manny Malhotra bringing his more player-oriented approach to the organization. Still, while the Canucks…
Something unique happened to Edmonton Oilers forward Matt Savoie at the end of the 2025-26 NHL season. Before the Feb. 6-24 Olympic break, Savoie was struggling to produce and only amassed nine goals and 18 points in 63 games. After NHL hockey resumed, he went on a tear and put up nine goals and 19…
Montreal Carey Price will be back at the Bell Centre on Nov. 10, the day after his Hall of Fame induction. He’ll be the latest player to enter the team’s ring of honour, reserved for former players who made it to hockey’s pantheon. Price enters Hall on Nov. 9, will be honoured during Nov. 10…
As of now, we’re 42 days away from the Carolina Hurricanes’ home opener and banner-raising to begin the 2026-27 season. The Hurricanes, for the first time in 20 years, will be defending a Stanley Cup title instead of chasing it. While all eyes will be on the team in Raleigh, the next batch of Hurricanes…
After a pretty disappointing finish to last season, the Minnesota Wild will be looking to redeem themselves and try to have a long run in the postseason. There were a number of things in their game that held them back, but on the flip side, a number of things that were strong in their game…
The Colorado Avalanche are still among the favorites to capture the Stanley Cup even if their contention window is slowly closing. They have arguably the most talented core in the league and want to win now. The Central Division hasn’t changed much this offseason and should be formidable again in 2026-27. Though Scott Wedgewood finished…
When general manager (GM) Kent Hughes and president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton stepped up to the microphones to conduct their summer exit interviews, there was a distinct energy hanging in the air. The narrative wasn’t about “learning how to win” or “establishing culture.” It wasn’t about moral victories after dropping a tight one in…
This offseason, the Toronto Maple Leafs went from being a team that might be heading into another difficult season to suddenly having one of the most exciting young players in hockey. Winning the Gavin McKenna lottery changed the conversation around the organization almost overnight. But it also changed the expectations. New general manager John Chayka…
