Breaking Down the Red Wings’ Historically Bad Penalty Kill & How to Fix It
Simply put, the Detroit Red Wings penalty kill has been dreadful this season. They’ve killed just 68.5 percent of power plays – a historically bad number and worst in the…
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Detroit Red Wings’ Playoff Push: Keys to Securing a Postseason Spot
Now that the 4 Nations Face-Off has wrapped up, the focus can turn back to the Detroit Red Wings and their playoff chase. After a two-week break in action, the…
Red Wings’ Youth Shining Under Todd McLellan
When the Detroit Red Wings fired Derek Lalonde and replaced him with Todd McLellan on Dec. 26, 2024, the hope was that the former Red Wings assistant coach (2005-2008) could…
Red Wings Need to Consider a Coaching Change
We’ve reached the point where the Detroit Red Wings might need to consider a coaching change. Detroit’s effort and structure have been inconsistent. Their five-on-five offense leaves much to be…
Exploring the Blue Jackets’ Head Coaching Finalists
As we work our way through July, there is one head coaching vacancy left in the NHL. The Columbus Blue Jackets were behind the eight ball in hiring a new…
Navigating the Blue Jackets’ Head Coaching Rumors
The Columbus Blue Jackets appeared close to ready to name their new head coach. Thanks to some reports that have surfaced, perhaps a decision is further than we think. On…
4 Seattle Kraken Head Coach Candidates
At the time of writing, it’s been nearly three weeks since the Seattle Kraken gave head coach Dave Hakstol his marching orders. Notwithstanding the controversy surrounding an ESPN report about some players…
Maple Leafs’ Coaching Candidates: Craig Berube vs. Todd McLellan
As the Toronto Maple Leafs search for a new head coach following Sheldon Keefe’s departure, two prominent names have emerged as leading contenders: Craig Berube and Todd McLellan. With both…