New Jersey Devils sign Dougie Hamilton

The New Jersey Devils have emerged as the victors of the Dougie Hamilton sweepstakes, securing the services of the top defensemen in this year’s free agent class. Despite re-signing Hamilton being cited as the number one priority for the Carolina Hurricanes, they were unable to compete with what the Devils were able to offer. Hamilton […]

Seattle Kraken make a splash at Expansion Draft

Upon drafting their inaugural team, the Seattle Kraken took a bold strategy when building their initial roster, going big on youth. While numerous big names veterans were left unprotected by teams across the NHL, general manager Ron Francis opted for young players with minimal NHL experience who are ripe with potential. The average age for […]

Edmonton Oilers acquire Duncan Keith from the Chicago Blackhawks

In dire need of salary cap relief and with defensemen Duncan Keith a willing trade partner, the Chicago Blackhawks struck a mutually beneficial deal that sent one of their franchise players to the Edmonton Oilers. Despite having a no trade clause and two seasons left on his 13 –year $72 million contract, Keith requested a […]

Pat Maroon wins third straight Stanley Cup

With several members of the 2021 Tampa Bay Lightning rejoiced in winning their second consecutive Stanley Cup Championship, Pat Maroon had the good fortune of taking the ultimate victory lap for the third season in a row. He is the first to accomplish such a feat since a multitude of Islanders players did so amid […]

Connor McDavid wins the Hart Trophy as the NHL’s Most Valuable Player

Coming off the strength of an NHL leading 105 point season, Connor McDavid was unanimously named the NHL’s most valuable player, securing all 100 first-place votes. Auston Matthews and Nathan MacKinnon finished second and third respectively. This is McDavid’s second Hart Trophy in only his sixth NHL season, winning his first in 2017. He was […]