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As the season comes to a close, the wildcard spots in the Eastern Conference are getting closer and closer. Who will ultimately make it, and which team has the potential to make the most noise in the playoffs?
Trevor Teubner|
MLB's Miami Marlins wanted a "practice squad" to play against one of their minor league teams. Could this interesting idea be a good fit in minor league hockey?
Ant Barberio|
Despite the high expectations of Connor Bedard as the top NHL draft pick in 2023, the reality lies in the fact that he's just one player in the Blackhawks organization and despite his point production, this franchise still faces another rebuilding year.
Mike Gambill|
Logan Thompson was traded to the Washington Capitals in the 2024 offseason. Since then, he's been one of the best goaltenders in the NHL this season.
Alex Neier|
Detroit Red Wings young star Marco Kasper is turning heads. His offensive creativity and two-way play has the Red Wings in a playoff race. He plays like a veteran but is in his first full season. The sky is the limit for the youngster.
Richard Jelinek|
Defenseman Arytom Levshnov was the second pick in the 2024 NHL draft and his selection by the Chicago Blackhawks may just start paying critical dividends at the end of this season and well into the future.
Mike Gambill|
Steve Yzerman was greatly respected as a player. As general manager of the Detroit Red Wings, he may be putting himself out of a job. Is there time to save his job in the off-season?
Richard Jelinek|
Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad has been suspended 20 games. A major player in the teams' success, how will the Panthers respond? Who will play in his spot on the top pairing?
Richard Jelinek|
One of the Florida Panthers top defenseman got a 20 game suspension for PED use. Shane Pinto of the Ottawa Senators got over double that last season for a gambling suspension.
Ant Barberio|
The Florida Panthers make some noise in the NHL on trade deadline day. How much does it improve their chances in the playoffs? How will Brad Marchand fare in Florida?
Richard Jelinek|
The trade for Spencer Knight from the Florida Panthers may be one of the best moves the Chicago Blackhawks could have done this season. As Knight moves into an everyday role, his confidence and winning attitude will become infectious in Chicago.
Mike Gambill|
Now that the NHL trade deadline has come to a close, teams can no longer make big changes to their team. It's time for teams to look ahead and prepare for the playoffs.
Andre Leal|
After an exciting and action-packed traded deadline day, it's time for teams to look ahead to the playoffs. General managers across the league have done their best to prepare their respective teams for this final push of the regular season.
Andre Leal|
Rumors that the Carolina Hurricanes were looking to move Rantanen had been swirling; yesterday, just a few hours before the deadline, that rumor came true. The Hurricanes traded Rantanen to the Dallas Stars, where Rantanen then signed an eight-year deal.
Trevor Teubner|
Two of Settle's top six wingers were former top prospects let go by their former teams. Both were acquired in non expansion draft related ways as well.
Ant Barberio|
The Utah Hockey Club may be on a trajectory to make the Stanley Cup playoffs this spring, partly in due to the recent great play by Mikhail Sergachev and Karel Vejmelka.
Mike Gambill|
Will Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard remain as the goaltending duo in Edmonton for the remainder of this season or will the Oilers' front office pull the trigger and find some help in protecting the pipes before the March 7th trade deadline?
Mike Gambill|
Ottawa Senators General Manager Steve Staois has the power to bring his team to the playoffs. Right in the thick of a wild-card race, they have several players to choose from at the trade deadline. Do they make a big move or two?
Richard Jelinek|
Friday's NHL trade deadline is coming up fast and while a few big trades have occurred, there is the expectation that there will be plenty more coming.
Andre Leal|
Boston Bruins defenseman Mason Lohrei has been impressive in season 2. However, will he be paid as such? The towering defenseman has been one of the lone bright spots for this original six franchise.
Richard Jelinek|
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