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Before last night's action, the three Californian based teams - LA Kings, Anaheim Ducks, and San Jose Sharks - found them themselves at the very bottom of the NHL standings.

Tough Times for the NHL’s California Franchises

Before last night’s action, the three Californian based teams – LA Kings, Anaheim Ducks, and San Jose Sharks – found them themselves at the very bottom of the NHL standings.
Only one team has won back-to-back Stanley Cups in the salary cap ear. The St. Louis Blues are built to contend and have a legit shot at repeating.

The St. Louis Blues Have What It Takes To Repeat As Stanley Cup Champs

The Pittsburgh Penguins were back-to-back Stanley Cup winners in 2015-16 and 2016-17. No other team has won back-to-back in the salary cap ear. The St. Louis Blues are built to contend and have a legit shot at repeating.
Anaheim Ducks defenseman Josh Manson

NHL Rumors: Josh Manson, Dougie Hamilton, and Boston Bruins

Anaheim in a selling mood and Josh Manson? Eric Stephens of The…
The Toronto Maple Leafs have done better under Sheldon Keefe than when Mike Babcock was at the helm, but there their roster still has some issues.

What Can The Maple Leafs Do to Bolster Their NHL Roster?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have done better under Sheldon Keefe than when Mike Babcock was at the helm, but there their roster still has some issues.
Martin Brodeur eyes management of the upper kind as opposed to general manager. We take a look at that and then it is prediction time.

NHL Rumors and Notes: New Jersey Devils – Martin Brodeur, and Some Bold Predictions

Martin Brodeur is thought not to want the general manager’s job and instead looking more of an administrative role. New Jersey Devls bold predictions.
Nicklas Backstrom doing his next contract by himself. Washington Capitals cap crunch.

A Deeper Look Into The Nicklas Backstrom – Washington Capitals Five Year Extension

Nicklas Backstrom negotiated one nice deal for himself and the Washington Capitals. His five-year extension gets a closer look here on My NHL Trade Rumors.
Coyotes hire Stillman. Melker Karlsson remaining in Sweden. Senators Vitaly Abramov has multiple options. Edmonton Oilers settle lawsuit.

NHL Rumors: San Jose Sharks, Vegas Golden Knights, and Pittsburgh Penguins

The San Jose Sharks are expected to be sellers while the Vegas Golden Knights and Pittsburgh Penguins appear ready to add pieces this trade deadline.
Yesterday, we took a look at the top 10 Calder trophy candidates, today we look at the top 10 sophomores to watch for the 2020-21 NHL season.

Midseason NHL Rookie Watch for 2019-20

Looking at the top Calder candidates half way through the season. There are several rookies who have closed the gap on Cale Makar. Has anyone passed him?
Henrik Lundqvist and the inevitable end?

NHL Rumors: Henrik Lundqvist, Tony DeAngelo, and Toronto Maple Leafs

This edition of NHL Rumors focuses more on Henrik Lundqvist and the three goalies. Also, the rise of Tony DeAngelo then more on the Toronto Maple Leafs.
There appears there were some "philosophical differences" between ownership and former GM Ray Shero. Tom Fitzgerald is taking over in the interim, but where todo they sit long-term?

Candidates To Be The Next General Manager Of The New Jersey Devils?

There appears there were some “philosophical differences” between ownership and former GM Ray Shero. Tom Fitzgerald is taking over in the interim, but where todo they sit long-term?
Nikita Gusev living up to the hype while some other New Jersey Devils haven't. Braden Holtby a puzzling NHL All-Star selection.

Pucks in Depth: Nikita Gusev Living Up To The Hype In NJ … Braden Holtby A Puzzling NHL All-Star selection

Nikita Gusev living up to the hype while some other New Jersey Devils haven’t. Braden Holtby a puzzling NHL All-Star selection.
Henrik Lundqvist announced that due to a heart condition that was recently detected, he will not play this season.

Igor Shesterkin’s NHL arrival Means The New York Rangers Must Make Hard Decisions On Goaltending

The New York Rangers called up 24-year old goaltending prospect Igor Shesterkin earlier this week. Alexandar Georgiev requires waivers now, and there, of course, is still Henrik Lundqvist. The Rangers will be faced with tough decisions soon.