When the Carolina Hurricanes won the 2026 Stanley Cup, goalie Brandon Bussi became just the latest first-year goalie to emerge as a playoff hero and make history in the process. It’s important to make the distinction of “first-year” vs. rookie though, because, at Age 27, Bussi was no longer eligible to win the Calder Memorial…
After a wild offseason of blockbuster trades and head coaching changes, offenses around the league could be more high-powered than ever before in the 2026 NFL season. But which team has the best offense? Well, Madden has chimed in on the answer to that question. The top 10 team offensive ratings in “Madden NFL 27”…
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the San Jose Sharks have signed Macklin Celebrini to a five-year contract extension that carries an AAV of $18.8 million per season. What went into the extension and what does it mean for the NHL? Meanwhile, the Minnesota Wild are navigating tricky contract talks with Quinn Hughes, the Detroit Red…
In 2024, San Francisco’s Christian McCaffrey suffered from tendinitis in his Achilles and missed eight games due to that injury. He missed even more time battling a right knee issue and ultimately, sat out most of the year. But in 2025, he came back with a vengeance. Last season, CMC amassed a total of…
It’s not easy to leave a city you thought you were going to live in forever, especially when you sign a long-term contract with that team. However, in sports, no one is safe. Not even a player with a no-movement clause. Back in March, the Calgary Flames were gearing up for another trade deadline, with…
Every year, we see established NFL players bounce back from prior injuries or on-field struggles to deliver standout seasons. The players who produce the biggest bounce-back performances are recognized as nominees for AP Comeback Player of the Year. Recent winners of the award include San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe…
“I think we need some help.” That’s what Philadelphia Phillies star first baseman Bryce Harper said after the team’s 1-0 loss to the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night, according to NBC Sports Philadelphia. “I think we’ve proved pretty much all year that we’ve done a pretty good job, but any time you can get some…
The Vancouver Canucks are coming off a really rough season. One of the worst in franchise history. Unfortunately, while the Canucks didn’t and don’t have a good roster, part of the reason for the horrible results was major underperformance and missed time from key pieces. These players are locked up to long-term deals and are…
With a young core already in place and several prospects pushing from the Laval Rocket and overseas, opportunities will have to be earned rather than handed out. Still, injuries, strong performances, and late-season call-ups often create openings for players to make their NHL debut. Here are three Montreal Canadiens players who could skate in their…
It is all too easy to get caught up in the hype of first-round picks in the immediate aftermath of every NFL Draft, but history proves that the greatest impact is often made by players selected after Day 1. Case in point: The two best defensive rookies in the NFL last year — Cleveland Browns…
