Daniel Tkaczuk: A Promising Career Cut Short
The 1997 NHL Draft is a bit of an anomaly. Not only were three centers projected to go in the first three picks, but all three also went on to…
Monthly Archives: July 2024
Devils Sign Nico Daws to 2-Year Contract
The Devils re-signed Nico Daws to a two-year contract that is a two-way deal in 2024-25 and a one-way deal in 2025-26.
Canucks’ 2024-25 Forward Line Projections
The Vancouver Canucks have been relatively quiet since their frenzy of signings on July 1. They have added Daniel Sprong and re-signed presumed backup Arturs Silovs, but that’s about it.…
Leon Draisaitl Reportedly Wants 7-8 Year Extension With Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers had one of the most interesting 2023-24 campaigns. They started the season 2-9-1 and chose to relieve Jay Woodcroft and Dave Manson of their duties, replacing them…
Calgary Flames’ Player Milestones for the 2024-25 Season
As the NHL’s offseason tolls on, fans are stuck daydreaming of what the upcoming 2024-25 season will have to offer them. The Calgary Flames have given their faithful “C of…
Jets Reportedly Discussed Connor McMichael Trade With Capitals
The Washington Capitals have made waves this offseason with several moves to bolster their roster in hopes of going on another deep playoff run with their aging core. They brought…
Today in Hockey History: July 30
The Pittsburgh Penguins changed the future of their franchise on this date by selecting a generational talent. There were also three retirements on July 30, including two soon-to-be members of…
Blue Jackets Get Value on Johnson & Marchenko Contracts
The Columbus Blue Jackets have been slowly getting their business done over the course of the offseason. Arguably they were once again the team with the most work to get…
Canadiens & Xhekaj Agree to 2-Year Deal
The Montreal Canadiens have agreed to a two-year, $2.6 million extension with defenseman Arber Xhekaj. The deal has an average annual value (AAV) of $1.3 million per year. In 44…
Counting Down the 10 Most Impactful Devils for 2024-25 – No. 6 – Timo Meier
Welcome to the The Hockey Writers’ Countdown of the 10 most impactful New Jersey Devils of the 2024-25 season. This is not a countdown of the 10 best but rather a list of players…