Chris Wassel

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2018-19 Top 10 Philadelphia Flyers Prospects

The 2018-19 regular season is over. Now is the time to take a look at some of the Philadelphia Flyers’ prospects (Carter Hart, Philippe Myers, and Morgan Frost) and what they have been up to this year. Have some taken…

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2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs Notebook – Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes

2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Taking a closer look at the first round matchup between the Washington Capitals and the Carolina Hurricanes.

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NHL Rumors: Arizona Coyotes, Minnesota Wild, and Todd McLellan

Arizona Coyotes eye more changes in offseason Craig Morgan of The Athletic:  Again, Arizona faces uncertainty from a multitude of fronts. One of them will be what they do with John MacLean. Will they keep him or let him go?…

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NHL Rumors: Taylor Hall, Jeff Skinner, and Chris Kreider

Into the mind of Taylor Hall this offseason... Neal McHale: The merry-go-round with Taylor Hall and the New Jersey Devils has begun with one clear message. Ray Shero must work on the team's talent gap this summer. It is time.…

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Quick Hits: Tuesday Injury Update and Headlines

Mikko Rantanen closer to returning and could play in Game 1  Rick Sadowski: Mikko Rantanen practicing in a light contact jersey was encouraging on Monday. However, he expects to also fully practice on Wednesday. This means a Game 1 return…

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A Look From The NHL Bottom: Montreal Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens nearly made the playoffs this season as they fell just a few points short. It is time to take a look from the bottom to see what improvements can be made.

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NHL Rumors: Ryan Kesler, Detroit, and Dylan Strome

Ryan Kesler's hip continues to betray him Dan Arritt of NHL.com:  The words no athletes want to hear are career-ending surgery. Ryan Kesler faces that possible reality over the coming months, maybe weeks. Since hip surgery two years ago, Kesler…

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Quick Hits: Monday Injury Update, Connor McDavid, and Headlines

Connor McDavid did not break his leg but MRI still looms Mark Spector: Edmonton Oilers and NHL fans alike hold their collective breath as Connor McDavid appeared Sunday without crutches. MRI expected later on Sunday or Monday will be telling…

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NHL Rumors: Joel Quenneville, Todd McLellan, and Phil Housely

Joel Quenneville all but hired in Florida already?  Darren Dreger:  The Florida Panthers fired Bob Boughner on Sunday and could be naming a new coach as soon as Monday. Reports suggest that Joel Quenneville becomes the next boss. He still…

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NHL Rumors: More Roberto Luongo, Vancouver Canucks, and Jonathan Quick

Will Roberto Luongo play on or retire?  George Richards of The Athletic:  The goalie remains "up in the air" about next season. It's difficult to blame the goaltender considering he is 40 but does have three more years on his…

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NHL Rumors: Scott Gordon, Jim Benning, and Jordan Weal

Players believe in Scott Gordon as head coach Sam Carchidi of the Philly Inquirer:  The players believe in Scott Gordon even if the fans are a bit more skeptical. The ending streak for Philadelphia did little to sway them. Philadelphia…

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Quick Hits: Sunday Injury Update and Playoff Races

Connor McDavid injured early in Game 82 Paul Kukla: Edmonton Oilers and NHL fans alike had to feel a bit squeamish. Connor McDavid's left leg hammers right into the post. Consider the speed at which the center skates and it…

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