Revisiting Maple Leafs’ Trade of Phil Kessel to the Penguins
Phil Kessel was traded from the Boston Bruins to the Toronto Maple Leafs on September 18, 2009, for two first-round and a second-round draft pick. At the time, Kessel was…
Category Archives: Phil Kessel
Did the Bruins Lose the Kessel Deal?
Public opinion of the Phil Kessel trade has swung back and forth dramatically over the years. Dealing a 22-year-old potential superstar, fresh off of a 36-goal season, initially received a…
3 Teams Who Could Sign Phil Kessel to a PTO
The NHL season is rapidly approaching, and training camps are finally underway. With the 2024-25 hockey season inching closer, there are still some strong players sitting in free agency who…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 18
This has been a significant date in the history of the NHL. In addition to two franchises playing their first games, Sept. 18 has been the birth date of four…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 18
This has been a significant date in the history of the NHL. In addition to two franchises playing their first games, Sept. 18 has been the birth date of four…
Penguins Should Not Sign Phil Kessel to a PTO
Over the last few weeks, many players have received invites to training camps via player tryout (PTO), allowing them to earn a contract and permanent roster spot on said team.…
Where Are They Now? Bruins’ First-Round Picks Since 2005
As the Boston Bruins prepare to open the doors to training camp for the 2024-25 season, a handful of names on the invite list are former first-round picks. Of course,…
4 NHL Trades That Set Up Successful Rebuilds
The trade deadline and trades overall benefit the team that acquires the best player in the deal. At least that’s the common thought behind most deals in what is known…
Canadiens’ Fifth-Overall Pick Has Been Better Than First Before
The Montreal Canadiens likely won’t end up with the player of the 2024 draft class at No. 5 overall, like they did in 1965 (Pierre Bouchard).
Today in Hockey History: May 7
Today we look back at another busy day in National Hockey League history. May 7 has seen its fair share of Stanley Cup Final games, legendary players doing what they…