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OPINION
10/21/23
ADAM PROTEAU: To Boo or Not to Boo: The Question for Senators Fans Ahead of DeBrincat's Return
(The Hockey News)
LYLE RICHARDSON: The Latest Conor Garland Speculation
(The Hockey News)
ERIC FRANCIS: Gaudreau, Flames' complex relationship to be continued after ‘unnecessary’ hit
(Sportsnet)
IAIN MacINTYRE: What we learned about Canucks coach Rick Tocchet this week
(Sportsnet)
PAUL FRIESEN: No shortage of fan feedback on Winnipeg Jets crowd collapse
(Winnipeg Sun)
BRUCE GARRIOCH: Injury to keep defenceman Artem Zub out of Ottawa Senators lineup Saturday
(Ottawa Sun)
DAVE FESCHUK: The Maple Leafs’ early struggles aren’t that unusual. It’s October, after all
(Toronto Star)
JACK TODD: Are the Canadiens cursed?
(Montreal Gazette)
MARK MADDEN: ESPN deserves ridicule for Evgeni Malkin-snubbing top players list
(Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
10/20/23
ADAM PROTEAU: Four Ideas to Improve the NHL's On-Ice Product
(The Hockey News)
CAROL SCHRAM: Peter Puck Returns on His 50th Anniversary to Promote Safe, Fun Hockey
(The Hockey News)
LYLE RICHARDSON: Shane Pinto's Contract Saga Drags On in Ottawa
(The Hockey News)
ERIC FRANCIS: Unlikely heroes emerge as Flames take first road victory vs. Sabres
(Sportsnet)
MARK SPECTOR: Oilers put forth 'unacceptable' effort, lose to Flyers in disheartening fashion
(Sportsnet)
IAIN MacINTYRE: ‘The effort was there’: Canucks look better vs. Lightning but still drop two points
(Sportsnet)
ERIC ENGELS: Harris, Kovacevic must help Canadiens navigate Guhle's short-term absence
(Sportsnet)
PAUL SULLIVAN: Chicago Blackhawks fans are optimistic after Connor Bedard’s 1st week in the NHL. ‘They know there’s a future.’
(Chicago Inquirer)
LARRY BROOKS: Peter Laviolette’s system can only bail out Rangers for so long
(New York Post)
DAVE HYDE: Old fun is new again as Florida Panthers beat Toronto with some playoff-caliber intensity
(South Florida Sun-Sentinel)
PAT HICKEY: Can I rescind my Canadiens playoffs prediction?
(Montreal Gazette)
SCOTT BILLECK: Jets shooting themselves in foot to start season
(Winnipeg Sun)
MIKE HARRINGTON: WNYer Dennis Gilbert keeps the push on for regular spot on Calgary defense
(Buffalo News)
BRUCE GARRIOCH: Michael Andlauer's goal for the Ottawa Senators is a Stanley Cup
(Ottawa Sun)
JEFF AGREST: Blackhawks studio host Pat Boyle invigorated by Connor Bedard’s arrival, team’s ascent
(Chicago Sun-Times)
STU COWAN: Johnathan Kovacevic's 'not sexy' game blossoms with Canadiens
(Montreal Gazette)
LA VELLE E. NEAL III: Wild's tag-team goaltending plan is perfect to flush games
(Minneapolis Star-Tribune)
MIKE VACCARO: Dreaming about how electric NYC's drought-ending championship parties could be
(New York Post)
10/19/23
ADAM PROTEAU: Four Pending NHL UFAs Strengthen Their Cases with Excellent Starts
(The Hockey News)
LYLE RICHARDSON: Could the Lightning or Oilers Target Bruins Goalie Linus Ullmark?
(The Hockey News)
MARK SPECTOR: Finally settled — in hockey and life — Kane in for the long haul with Oilers
(Sportsnet)
ERIC FRANCIS: Kuznetsov’s slow-motion winner sparks shootout debate, angst in Calgary
(Sportsnet)
ELLIOTTE FRIEDMAN: 32 Thoughts: Why it's important to showcase NHL player personalities
(Sportsnet)
GREG WYSHYNSKI: Judging NHL overreactions after one week of 2023-24 season
(ESPN)
GEOFF BAKER: Why Climate Pledge Arena’s first banner is more important than a sports title
(Seattle Times)
BRENDAN KELLY: The Canadiens need to show signs of progress this year
(Montreal Gazette)
NICK KYPREOS: The solution to Leafs’ and Oilers’ playoff failures? Fewer goals from Matthews and McDavid. Here’s why
(Toronto Star)
PAUL FRIESEN: Jets players have noticed feeble Winnipeg crowds
(Winnipeg Sun)
DAVE HYDE: Last year’s good news for Panthers, UM, FAU means good news this season
(South Florida Sun-Sentinel)
JOHN NIYO: Niyo: Wings' scoring outburst a welcome sight — and sound
(Detroit News)
10/18/23
ADAM PROTEAU: Screen Shots - Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils and Brock Boeser
(The Hockey News)
MIKE STEPHENS: The Connor Bedard Media Machine Is Off and Running – Just As It Should Be
(The Hockey News)
CAROL SCHRAM: All-Time NHL Records Would Be Shattered with Early Trends that Won't Last
(The Hockey News)
LYLE RICHARDSON: Would the Boston Bruins Pursue Steven Stamkos?
(The Hockey News)
MARK SPECTOR: Grand Ole Draisaitl: Oilers star steals show in Nashville again
(Sportsnet)
ERIC ENGELS: Penalties prove costly for Canadiens in lopsided loss to Wild
(Sportsnet)
IAIN MacINTYRE: 'No compete': Humbling loss to Flyers reminds Canucks they still have lots to prove
(Sportsnet)
IAIN MacINTYRE: Canucks gain experienced depth defence option in acquiring Mark Friedman
(Sportsnet)
CATHAL KELLY: More sober thinking, less nitpicking over the Maple Leafs’ new goal song
(Globe & Mail)
LARRY STONE: After home-opening loss, it’s clear the Kraken need to find their offense
(Seattle Times)
DAMIEN COX: It’s the Maple Leafs’ turnover that could be leading to their turnovers and disjointed play
(Toronto Star)
PAUL FRIESEN: No knives out for Dubois' return against Jets
(Winnipeg Sun)
STU COWAN: Brendan Gallagher adjusting to new role with Canadiens
(Montreal Gazette)
MIKE HARRINGTON: Mike Harrington: Sabres among Atlantic trio targeting the Lightning, and early injuries are trouble for Tampa Bay
(Buffalo News)
10/17/23
ADAM PROTEAU: Could Slow Starts Cost the Sabres, Panthers and Kraken in the Long Run?
(The Hockey News)
JACOB STOLLER: Why the Winnipeg Jets Needed to Keep Scheifele and Hellebuyck
(The Hockey News)
JARED CLINTON: Free To Be Me: PL Dubois Thrilled To Be With Kings
(The Hockey News)
LYLE RICHARDSON: Canucks' Conor Garland Draws More Interest in the NHL Trade Market
(The Hockey News)
ERIC FRANCIS: Former Flame Phillips lives out dream moment against his old club
(Sportsnet)
IAIN MacINTYRE: Pettersson's elite two-way game setting example for Canucks teammates
(Sportsnet)
MARK SPECTOR: Goaltenders simply have to stop more pucks for Oilers
(Sportsnet)
ERIC ENGELS: Kirby Dach's long-term absence leaves giant hole in middle of Canadiens' lineup
(Sportsnet)
ROSIE DiMANNO: Connor Bedard dazzles in his first week in the NHL — just not on a Monday night in Toronto
(Toronto Star)
LARRY BROOKS: Rangers must make Garden a visitors' House of Horrors
(New York Post)
HELENE ELLIOTT: Ducks go mighty on the nostalgia and showcase a promising future in home opener
(Los Angeles Times)
BRUCE GARRIOCH: Ottawa Senators take steps in the right direction with weekend wins
(Ottawa Sun)
STEVE SIMMONS: Hiding Connor Bedard from the media is no way to market and sell a superstar
(Toronto Sun)
JACK TODD: Observations, thoughts and advice after Canadiens' home opener
(Montreal Gazette)
MARK MADDEN: Erik Karlsson, Kris Letang provide needed synergy for Penguins
(Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
LARRY BROOKS: Rangers can’t afford to lose Ryan Lindgren’s value after contract year
(New York Post)
10/16/23
CAROL SCHRAM: New Faces Making Big Early Impacts Around the NHL
(The Hockey News)
ERIC FRANCIS: Matthew Phillips focused on fresh start with Capitals ahead of Flames matchup
(The Hockey News)
KRISTEN SHILTON: How the Sabres changed their culture to change their results
(ESPN)
CATHAL KELLY: If Auston Matthews says it, others may believe it – maybe even the Leafs
(Globe & Mail)
JEFF GORDON: Blues' narrow escape in home opener sets tone for challenging season
(St. Louis Post Dispatch)
DAVE FESCHUK: The Connor Bedard show hits Toronto on a wave of NHL hype. There’s a lot riding on him
(Toronto Star)
BRUCE GARRIOCH: Michael Andlauer honours Ottawa Senators past with a look to future
(Ottawa Sun)
TIM BENZ: Former Penguin's daughter continues Pittsburgh hockey connection at Robert Morris
(Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
BRUCE GARRIOCH: Michael Andlauer honours Ottawa Senators past with a look to future
(Ottawa Sun)
10/15/23
ADAM PROTEAU: Homecoming Trend for Players-Turned-Staff Burns Bright
(The Hockey News)
ADAM PROTEAU: Screen shots - Connor Bedard, Colorado Avalanche and 2024 NHL UFA Defensemen
(The Hockey News)
MARK SPECTOR: Oilers show no signs of panic despite 0-2 start, but have 'room for improvement'
(Sportsnet)
ERIC ENGELS: Canadiens stifle Bedard, Blackhawks with strong team game: 'That's what it takes'
(Sportsnet)
ERIC FRANCIS: Flames served a lesson by Penguins stars in third-period collapse
(Sportsnet)
RON MacLEAN: NHL, NHLPA Pride-tape ban misses the point
(Sportsnet)
ADAM HILL: Hill: Knights goalie describes ‘MNF’ meeting with Marshawn Lynch
(Las Vegas Review-Journal)
LARRY BROOKS: Debt dispute at center of NHL’s complicated path to rising salary cap
(New York Post)
LAURA ALBANESE: An Opening Night wish list for Islanders
(New York Newsday)
CANDACE BUCKNER: D.C.’s playoff hopes again rest with the Caps. Gulp.
(Washington Post)
ROSIE DiMANNO: Hats off to Auston Matthews and more good signs from the Leafs in rollicking win over Wild
(Toronto Star)
CARLOS MONARREZ: Red Wings' jump on offense could be the start of something new
(Detroit Free Press)
MIKE HARRINGTON: A higher standard, some different methods as Don Granato ups the ante on Sabres
(Buffalo News)
LARRY BROOKS: Rangers didn't look like same team they were in opener
(New York Post)
KEVIN PAUL DUPONT: Winnipeg’s Mark Scheifele, Connor Hellebuyck sign long-term deals that signal a change in NHL contracts
(Boston Globe)