Jake DeBrusk and the Canucks Are a Perfect Match in the Making
Sometimes, a fresh start is all a good NHL player needs. Some players need the right situation to unlock their full potential. That’s been Jake DeBrusk’s story. After seven seasons…
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Oilers at the Crossroads: Why Another Reset Would Be a Disaster
If you’re old enough, you’ll remember the buzz back in 2010. The whole Taylor vs. Tyler debate was the talk of the town. Should the Edmonton Oilers take Taylor Hall…
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Building, Battling & Breaking Through
The Toronto Maple Leafs enter the 2025-26 season with the same old questions and renewed expectations. Every summer brings a mix of excitement and frustration for fans—excitement because the talent…
The Canadiens Are Set to Thrive with Montembeault and Dobeš
Goaltending has always been one of the toughest jobs in hockey—especially in the market where the Montreal Canadiens play. Here, pressure comes with every save. For the Canadiens, the crease…
Reggie Lemelin: The Quiet Backbone of the Flames
Not every moment in hockey comes with a spotlight or a big headline. Sometimes, the most critical things happen quietly—and that’s precisely how Reggie Lemelin’s story began. If he hadn’t…
How the Dubas vs. Lamoriello Decision Shaped the Maple Leafs
It’s one of the biggest “what ifs” in recent Toronto Maple Leafs history: what if Lou Lamoriello had remained as general manager (GM) instead of Brendan Shanahan handing the job…
How Olaf (Olie the Goalie) Kölzig Became the Heart of the Washington Capitals
Not many NHL stories start in South Africa. Olaf Kölzig‘s did. Born in Johannesburg to German parents, he didn’t stick around long—his family eventually landed in Union Bay, British Columbia,…
Maple Leafs Must Create a Culture Where Players Want to Stay
Assembling a winning team is becoming increasingly challenging for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Between rising taxes, the high cost of living, and all the noise that comes with playing in…
2 Smart Canadiens Moves That Could Change Their Season
As the 2025–26 season gets closer, the Montreal Canadiens aren’t grabbing headlines with big-name trades or high-priced signings—and that’s fine. What they are doing is adding the right pieces, the…
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Zombie DNA, Matthews as Leader & Roslovic
Being a Toronto Maple Leafs fan is a bit like living in a constant tug-of-war between optimism and skepticism. For the past few months, we’ve been told this is the…