The Hockey Writers

After the exhilarating days leading up to the draft and free agency, it appears NHL teams have gone to sleep. Free agents have fizzled out quickly, and players, coaches, and… … [Read more...] about NHL Contenders vs. Pretenders: 2025-26 Edition

While individual talent typically headlines the league, it’s the synergy between linemates that defines a team’s success. Whether it’s long-established trios with years of familiarity or newly formed lines already… … [Read more...] about NHL’s Top 5 Forward Lines for 2025-26

It’s hard not to have a take on the Calgary Flames‘ center Nazem Kadri. Maybe you love his swagger. Maybe you’ve rolled your eyes at a poorly timed penalty and… … [Read more...] about Nazem Kadri’s Road from Maple Leafs Agitator to Stanley Cup Champion & Respect

When it was announced that the Colorado Avalanche had traded star winger Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes, it sent shockwaves through the hockey world. Though Rantanen was considered the… … [Read more...] about Avalanche Must Re-Sign Necas to Long-Term Deal

Though spreading the wealth may sometimes be a good idea, Stanley Cup contenders often have an elite top pairing, able to control the pace of play at both ends of… … [Read more...] about NHL’s Top 10 Defensive Pairings for 2025-26