Matheson’s performance will force the Canadiens’ hand – The Hockey Writers Latest news, analysis and more

Through the first part of the season, Mike Matheson has quietly emerged as one of the most indispensable players on the Montreal Canadiens roster. His mix of offensive contributions, heavy minutes and stabilizing presence on the blue line has made him a cornerstone of the team’s early success. And with the clock on his contract […]

3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 6-2 Loss to the Flames – The Hockey Writers Latest News, Analysis and More

We have seen this recipe from the Buffalo Sabers before. They win a few games, including one against a heavily favored opponent, and then everyone wonders if they’ve finally turned the corner. After beating the Edmonton Oilers 5-1, spirits had to be high both inside and outside the franchise. But in true Buffalo Sabers fashion, […]

NHL Injuries: Bruins, Hurricanes, Oilers, Panthers, Wild, Preds, Devils, Senators, Leafs and more

Jim McBride: Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy is out indefinitely after “facial surgery,” according to coach Marco Sturm. Then Arritt: Boston Bruins forward Jeffrey Viel left last night’s game in the third period after a fight with Radko Gudas. He hit his head on the ice. NHL: Buffalo Sabers forward Jason Zucker returns to the […]

3 takeaways from the Wild’s shootout over the Hurricanes – The Hockey Writers Minnesota Wild Latest news, analysis and more

The Minnesota Wild took on the Carolina Hurricanes for the second time this season Wednesday evening, November 19 to complete their five-game homestand. The first meeting went in favor of the Hurricanes 4-3 on November 6 in Carolina. The Wild looked to extend their win streak after defeating both the Anaheim Ducks and Vegas Golden […]

Wild hold on to beat Hurricanes 4-3 in shootout – The Hockey Writers Latest news, analysis and more

The Minnesota Wild hosted the Carolina Hurricanes in the final game of their most recent five-game homestand on Wednesday evening, November 19. Both teams posted wins, the Wild over the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday, November 16, and the Hurricanes defeated the Boston Bruins 3-1 on Monday, November 17. Related: Minnesota Wild reached 20-game milestone […]

Barkey 3rd period Strike stops Rochester’s rally 4-2 | Pro Hockey News

Allentown, PA – Thrive and Survive. The Lehigh Valley Phantoms (10-4-2) found a way again, this time dispatching the Rochester Americans in a midweek showdown at PPL Center for a 4-2 victory. Denver Barkey (6th) struck at just the right time, just 61 seconds after Rochester gathered momentum early in the third period, making it […]

Lowry was locked up for a long time

While the Winnipeg Jets players were out of action Wednesday, the front office staff continued the work of running the True North franchise. General manager Kevin Cheveldayoff is working on an extension for team captain Adam Lowry since he successfully locked up the sniper Kyle Connor earlier in the season. That ultimately paid off, as […]

Blades fourth line leads to 3-1 victory | Pro Hockey News

ESTERO, Fla. – Kyle Penney’s multi-point performance lifted the Florida Everblades to a 3-1 victory over the South Carolina Stingrays in front of a Hertz Arena home crowd of 4,787. The Blades struck first just 6:46 into the first frame when Kyle Penney delivered a quick pass from behind the net from Stingrays goalkeeper Mitchell […]