It is always fun to make bold predictions. For the Boston Bruins, there were plenty of bold predictions to go around. There’s a reason why they were bold and now it’s time to revisit these bold predations, as the 2024 door is closed and the 2025 door is open. Elias Lindholm Replicating His Career Year…
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After just one month of hockey, analyzing any teams has the potential be a difficult endeavor, especially in the 2024-25 season where there have been surprises on both ends of the spectrum. Some teams, out of the gate, have gone on surprisingly-solid runs (I’m looking at you Winnipeg Jets), some have come out flat, and
The Boston Bruins returned home from a three-game road trip and had a date with the Dallas Stars. Fortunately, they did not have to face Jake Oettinger. However, that did not matter, as Casey DeSmith helped slam the door shut and stifle the Bruins’ offense. The Stars shipped into Boston and took a commanding 5-2
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the injury bug has struck again in pre-season as the Edmonton Oilers and Montreal Canadiens both potentially lost key players on Saturday. Meanwhile, Patrik Laine and David Reinbacher were both injured in a game between the Canadiens and Toronto Maple Leafs. Following his no-show at Vegas Golden Knights medicals, it
The Boston Bruins head into the 2024-25 season with several key storylines shaping their roster. From the emergence of Jeremy Swayman as the full-time starting goalie to rookies competing for top-six roles, there will be no shortage of talking points heading into and for the duration of the season. One other storyline that isn’t getting
The 2024-25 NHL season is drawing closer and closer with training camp set to start next month. The Boston Bruins have made a number of changes this offseason. While the core group of players is still the same, this season’s roster will have some pretty noticeable differences. Long-time players Matt Grzelcyk and Jake DeBrusk departed
Hockey is so close we can almost taste it. Early August signals that our beloved fall sports are returning shortly. College football is this month and NFL Sundays are right around the corner. The good news is that hockey follows suit and all will be right in the world. Training camp is approaching and it’s
Heading into the 2024-25 campaign, Boston Bruins forward David Pastrnak is just 52 goals shy of becoming the sixth player in franchise history to reach 400 goals. He ranks seventh behind all-time leading scorer Ray Bourque, who finished his Hall of Fame career with 395 lamplighters, which ranks first amongst defensemen to ever play in
As we covered last week, a good chunk of the Vegas Golden Knights’ forward corps will be in need of new contracts come July 1. As it stands now, six forwards, representing 94 goals from this season’s club, are set to become free agents. And there’s uncertainty over the Vegas futures of nearly all of
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vancouver Canucks have reportedly settled on a number they are comfortable offering pending UFA Elias Lindholm. Meanwhile, are they close on Nikita Zadorov? The Calgary Flames and New Jersey Devils have reopened trade talks regarding Jacob Markstrom and the Pittsburgh Penguins are going to ramp up talks with Sidney
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, what are the offseason plans for the Dallas Stars after being eliminated by the Edmonton Oilers in the Western Conference Final? What is the status of Evander Kane after delivering an awkward hit and not returning for the third period of Game 6? Could the Mitch Marner situation drag out
In today’s NHL news and rumors, the Edmonton Oilers might have to make a roster change after losing Game 3, getting Adam Henrique into the lineup when they play at home on Monday night. Contract talks between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Steven Stamkos have begun, but could they take some time? Can the Vancouver
After what was a successful centennial season, the work for the Boston Bruins is only just beginning. General manager Don Sweeney has numerous key decisions to make and how he wants to go about constructing the roster for the 2024-25 season. Sweeney and Cam Neely spoke to the media and addressed things they are seeking
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Ottawa Senators have made a significant hire. The Toronto Maple Leafs introduced Craig Berube to the media as the new head coach, and the Edmonton Oilers move on to face the Dallas Stars, while the Vancouver Canucks look at their offseason roster. Craig Berube Talks Maple Leafs New Playing
In a thrilling overtime showdown, Elias Lindholm‘s clutch goal just 1:02 into the first extra frame propelled the Vancouver Canucks to a crucial Game 4 victory against the Nashville Predators. This triumph underscored their ability to thrive under pressure in pivotal playoff moments. The Canucks’ knack for delivering in overtime was front-and-center as they hung
Game 4 of the Vancouver Canucks-Nashville Predators series offered both unforgettable sequences as well as a lot of the sluggish play that dominated the previous games. Through it all, the Canucks escaped with a 4-3 overtime victory – helped by a Brock Boeser hat trick – providing them with a critical 3-1 advantage through four
The Sunday nightcap of the Stanley Cup Playoffs featured the Nashville Predators and Vancouver Canucks debuting their first-round series. It was an appropriately close, emotional battle, one the Canucks took 4-2, not without some difficulty. Canucks Win Dog Fight Versus Predators On paper, this may have been a matchup between one team – the Canucks
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Montreal Canadiens have extended the contract of head coach Martin St. Louis. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Wild have signed Marc-Andre Fleury to a one-year contract extension. The Philadelphia Flyers missed the playoffs and sealed the fate of three other teams when they pulled their goaltender in an attempt to win,