2014 NHL Draft Top 10: Where Are They Now?
As players selected at the 2014 NHL Draft reach their seventh season in the NHL, this provides a perfect opportunity to look back on the top 10 players selected. So,…
Category Archives: Aaron Ekblad
Exceptional Status Defender Landon DuPont is the Real Deal
When defenceman Landon DuPont was granted exceptional status by the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) last spring, it was a big deal. Not only was he just the third defenceman given…
Panthers Unlikely to Trade Aaron Ekblad This Season Despite Rumors
The Florida Panthers are entering the 2024-25 season as first-time Stanley Cup Champions. They look to replicate this past season and win back-to-back Cups. The last team to accomplish that…
Oilers & Panthers: Exploring Odds of a Blockbuster Defensemen Swap
The Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers had one of the most electrifying Stanley Cup Final matchups in recent history. The Panthers were able to take down the Oilers in seven…
NHL Rumors: Oilers, Sabres, Jets, Panthers, Canadiens
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, one insider close to the Edmonton Oilers says Leon Draisaitl’s agent has confirmed that the forward is looking to sign a long-term deal. Meanwhile, before…
NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Oilers, Sharks
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Montreal Canadiens might be working to get Ivan Demidov out of the KHL. Meanwhile, is Brian Lawton a dark horse candidate to be the…
1st Overall NHL Draft Picks: Regrets From the 2010s
Second-guessing is always easy – especially when it comes to amateur drafts in professional sports. How could my team take this player over that one that year? Wasn’t it as…
NHL Rumors: Panthers, Rangers, Oilers
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, could the Florida Panthers trade Aaron Ekblad after losing Brandon Montour and Oliver Ekman-Larsson to free agency? Is Jacob Trouba staying with the New York…
NHL Rumors: Predators, Panthers, Penguins, Oilers
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, it is believed the Nashville Predators and goaltender Juuse Saros have a deal in principle worked out that would see the netminder stay with the…
Today in Hockey History: June 27
A pair of National Hockey League Entry Drafts were held on this date, with both teams from the Sunshine State getting a crack at the top pick. Also, the NHL’s…