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The Buffalo Sabres had an incredible season in 2025-26, and nothing can take that away from them. No matter how the season ended, and how things may still taste a…
Jacob S. · · 5 min read
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NHL Rumours: Nemec’s Uncertainty, Malkin Deal Coming & Makar Thrown Under Bus?
In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off with the New Jersey Devils and Simon Nemec, who has been at the forefront of trade talks this week. Next, we look…
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Is Marner’s Success a Wake-Up Call for Matthews in Toronto?
Mitch Marner is having the postseason of his life — and it’s raising some uncomfortable questions in the minds of Maple Leafs fans. Not only are fans in Toronto looking…
Jim P. · · 3 min read
Flyers 2026 NHL Mock Draft 1.0: First 3 Rounds
The 2026 NHL Draft is almost a month away. With the Philadelphia Flyers making the playoffs for the first time since 2020, they’ll be picking a bit later than usual,…
Justin G. · · 4 min read
The Maple Leafs Didn’t Need a Tougher System; They Needed a Better Coach
There’s a growing belief that the Toronto Maple Leafs are heading toward a tougher stretch than people want to admit. Two voices who follow the team closely — Steve Simmons…
The P. · · 5 min read
Flyers’ Sergei Bobrovsky Trade Is the Worst in NHL History
Teams in the NHL have been trading for over a century at this point. So, the title of the “worst” in league history is hard to obtain. But the double…
Justin G. · · 4 min read
Oilers Should Stop Ignoring Their World Hockey Association Roots
In Sep. 2025, the Edmonton Oilers unveiled their new alternate jersey that the team wore seven times during the 2025-26 NHL season. The jersey has a very traditional look, with elements evoking…
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On Oct. 21, 2025, Sidney Crosby claimed a record that was once thought to be unbreakable. With 1,896 regular-season and playoff points, he became the all-time franchise leader in scoring…
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