More than a showcase: A summary of the AHL All-Star Classic Mentorship Initiative

As the hockey world watched the All-Star Classic unfold on the ice, something equally important was happening behind the bench. By: Shakira Spence, Manager of Communications and Community Engagement, NHL Coaches’ Association The AHL All-Star Classic is built for spectacle. It brings the League’s top prospects, the fastest players and the biggest players all to […]

Philadelphia Flyers and players increasingly trade in values

Philadelphia Flyers taking trade talks is Rasmus Ristolainen Kevin Kurz of The Athletic: Kurz writes that if the Philadelphia Flyers stumble out of the gate, they will call on the defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen. Just like last season, teams appealed to Ristolainen’s availability in the run-up to the deadline. However, the Flyers aren’t going to give […]

Kitchener Rangers Mailbag: Home dominance, the best team, staying smart and a mix of worries – The Hockey Writers CHL Latest news, analysis and more

The Kitchener Rangers have ten games remaining on their regular season schedule. With the playoffs just around the corner, I thought it would be a good time to take the temperature of Ranger Nation. I asked for any comments, questions or concerns on social media as we headed home so I can share my thoughts, […]

Red Wings Trade Deadline Blueprint: Top-six help, defensive upgrades and players on target – The Hockey Writers Detroit Red Wings Latest news, analysis and more

Now that the 2026 Winter Olympics are over, the focus turns to the Detroit Red Wings’ playoff chase. That, and the knowledge that only four games separate the team from this year’s trade deadline. March 6 will be a pivotal day for the Red Wings – they will be buyers for the first time under […]

2 Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 5-1 Loss to Panthers – The Hockey Writers Toronto Maple Leafs Latest News, Analysis and More

Three first-period goals and a terrible opening period from the Toronto Maple Leafs were all it took for the Florida Panthers to emerge victorious. Won 5-1 in Sunrise on Thursday evening. Brad Marchand scored twice, including an empty-netter, while Carter Verhaeghe, Evan Rodrigues and Matthew Tkachuk completed the scoring. Sergei Bobrovsky made 28 saves. Related: […]

NHL Rumors: Myers Update, Maple Leafs Soft Sell and Oilers Get Ekman-Larsson? – The Hockey Writers NHL Rumors Breaking news, analysis and more

In today’s NHL Rumors Rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are looking at defensive upgrades, and there are two names linked to them as possible targets. That said, there’s still some work to be done on the salary cap side first. Meanwhile, Nashville Predators star Steven Stamkos is reportedly open to waiving his no-move clause. The Toronto […]

Auston Matthews after loss to Panthers: ‘We have to be the most desperate team every night’

Auston Matthews after loss to Panthers: ‘We have to be the most desperate team every night’ After back-to-back losses to the Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers, the Toronto Maple Leafs officially have a 2.6 percent chance of making the playoffs for the 10th straight year. Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews met with reporters after […]

Sabers Top Trade Deadline Assets – The Hockey Writers Buffalo Sabers Latest news, analysis and more

Long before they defeated the New Jersey Devils and found themselves in a tie for second place in the Atlantic Division, the Buffalo Sabers seemed to be in a position make a substantial step at the NHL trade deadline. General manager Jarmo Kekalainen has noted that while he wants to be aggressive at the deadline, […]

4 takeaways from Spitfires’ 4-3 shootout win against Petes – The Hockey Writers OHL Latest news, analysis and more

The Windsor Spitfires will have to earn every point they rack up during the final month of the 2025-26 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) season. They started on the right track Thursday night, earning a big win at home over an Eastern Conference foe. With less than a month left in the regular season, the Spitfires […]