Weaknesses of the Top 2019 NHL Western Conference Playoff Teams
The Western Conference playoffs get underway next week and expect even the top teams to struggle due to their flaws and weaknesses. Even the Calgary Flames and an Jose Sharks have their issues.
NHL Rumors: Kyle Turris, Joe Sakic, and Connor McDavid
Kyle Turris future to get muddy in Nashville? Adam Vingan of The Athletic (mailbag): When the question comes up from more than just a source, one stands up and notices. It is clear that Turris is unhappy with his situation…
Free Agents With The Most to Gain in the 2019 NHL Playoffs
Looking at some pending free agents who could improve their market value with a good Stanley Cup playoffs.
NHL News and Notes: Recent Signings, John Tavares, and David Perron
Recent Signings Tracey Myers: The Chicago Blackhawks have signed Carl Dahlstrom to a two-year contract with an $850,000 AAV. Adam Vingan: The Nashville Predators have signed Dante Fabbro to a three-year entry-level contract. Lance Lysowski: The Buffalo Sabres have signed…
NHL Coaches Under The Microscope Entering 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs
Looking at some coaches who could be under a watchful eye entering the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs.
Assessing Top NHL Trade Deadline Deals One Month Later
A month has passed since the NHL trade deadline. Some deals have worked out okay for some teams, while others not so much.
NHL Injuries: Bruins, Hurricanes, Oilers, Predators, Devils, Islanders, Sharks, Maple Leafs and Canucks
Grzlelcyk's x-rays negative Matt Proter: The Boston Bruins said that Matt Grzelcyk's upper-body x-rays came back negative. He won't be in the lineup tonight. de Haan leaves early Hurricanes PR: Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Calvin de Haan left last night's game…
Western Conference Injuries: Ducks, Avalanche, Stars, Predators, Sharks, Canucks and Jets
Kesler out last night Anaheim Ducks: Forward Ryan Kesler missed last night's game with a hip injury. Landeskog out four to six weeks Dan Rosen: Colorado Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog will be out for four to six week with an…
NHL Injuries: Bruins, Blackhawks, Red Wings, Predators, Devils, Islanders and Penguins
DeBrusk in a walking boot Joe McDonald: Boston Bruins forward Jake DeBrusk missed last night’s game with a lower-body injury. Matt Porter: DeBrusk was wearing a walking boot on his left foot yesterday after practice. Kampf activated Chicago Blackhawks: The…
NHL Rumors: Nashville Predators, and More Mark Stone Fallout From Last Week
Predators may want to bring Boyle back Paul Skrbina of the Nashville Tennessean: (mailbag) Can see Brian Boyle returning to the Nashville Predators next season. He shouldn't cost them too much as he'll be 35 next year. He fits a…
Western Conference Injuries: Coyotes, Blackhawks, Stars, Predators, Blues and Canucks
Demers returns but Oesterle out Matt Layman: Arizona Coyotes defenseman Jason Demers returned to the lineup. Craig Morgan: Defenseman Jordan Oesterle missed last night's game with an upper-body injury. Ward out at least a week Tracey Myers: Chicago Blackhawks goaltender…
NHL Injuries: Ducks, Wild, Predators, Flyers, and Sharks
Getzlaf back but two other Ducks out Eric Stephens: Anaheim Ducks forward Ryan Getzlaf returned to the lineup after missing their past five games. Elliott Teaford: Ducks forward Nick Ritchie (lower-body) and Derek Grant (upper-body) weren't able to go yesterday.…