https://puckprose.comhttps://puckprose.com/3-nhl-teams-that-broke-every-playoff-prediction-01kney2vka57?utm_source=RSSAllanee Raye Valeriano01kney2vka57With the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs fast approaching, teams from both the Eastern and Western Conferences are fighting to maintain their standings and secure a WSun, 05 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/did-the-wrong-guelph-storm-team-show-up-against-the-windsor-spitfires-01knan7eqffz?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01knan7eqffzWith the Guelph Storm hosting the Memorial Cup in 2027, a strong performance against the Windsor Spitfires could have inspired some confidence heading into the team's big 2026-27 season. But despite a decent effort, Guelph was swept by Windsor. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:18:45 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/sudbury-wolves-suffer-four-game-sweep-vs-bulldogs-01knan9fr3dk?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01knan9fr3dkSimply looking at the final score lines for each of the four games in the Brantford vs Sudbury OHL playoff series might not be enough to tell how close this series could have really been. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:18:24 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-owen-sound-attack-s-2025-26-season-comes-to-a-merciful-end-but-that-s-not-all-of-it-01kn5z02f55a?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kn5z02f55aLike the past three seasons, the Owen Sound Attack will carry another four postseason losses into the start of their offseason; this time, they came as part of one of the most dominant stretches of junior playoff hockey in recent years. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:35:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/three-teams-who-desperately-need-a-rebuild-after-this-season-01kn7wtz9191?utm_source=RSSRichard Jelinek01kn7wtz9191Putting together an NHL team is hard work. Keeping the team together and being successful is something else. A rebuild is sometimes necessary and these three teams could use one sooner than later.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:54:40 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/oshawa-generals-seeking-the-next-tavares-with-first-overall-pick-in-2026-ohl-priority-selection-01kn5kjr5snz?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kn5kjr5snz21 years since picking John Tavares with the top selection in the OHL Priority Selection, the Oshawa Generals have earned the top pick in this year's entry draft. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:53:49 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/these-3-former-maple-leafs-are-thriving-away-from-toronto-01kn77j8ajtv?utm_source=RSSAllanee Raye Valeriano01kn77j8ajtvToronto continues to expand the list of trades that come back to haunt them. It began with the franchise trading Fraser Minten to the Boston Bruins on March 7, Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:49:10 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/a-new-congressional-bill-might-affect-the-nhl-s-future-relocation-plans-01kn4zyfkam2?utm_source=RSSAnt Barberio01kn4zyfkam2The "Home Team Act" is trying to save sports teams from relocations. It conveniently leaves out one little detail that affects the NHL more than their other sports counterparts.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:17:54 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-brad-treliving-firing-one-small-end-of-season-step-one-giant-leap-for-leafs-nation-01kn14enbrxk?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kn14enbrxkWith a huge offseason ahead for the Leafs, the team's decision to part ways with general manager Brad Treliving sets them up for a decision-making process well before the regular season even ends. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:23:25 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/vegas-golden-knights-fire-bruce-cassidy-hire-john-tortorella-as-new-head-coach-01kmyb5s3f8d?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kmyb5s3f8dEight games remain in the Golden Knights' 2025-26 season, but the team is on the brink of falling out of the playoff picture. In an effort to rectify this, the Golden Knights completed a late-season coaching change. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:21:25 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/these-3-pwhl-players-deserve-a-close-look-for-the-2025-26-mvp-award-01kn00teyk0q?utm_source=RSSRichard Jelinek01kn00teyk0qThe PWHL has three sensation players up for the MVP Award this season. Aerin Frankel, Kelly Pannek, and Taylor Heise are all deserving of the honor.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:21:05 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/montreal-taking-steps-towards-hosting-an-outdoor-nhl-game-01kmxpdsmnsk?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kmxpdsmnskThe Montreal Canadiens are looking to build a temporary stadium at Parc Jean-Drapeau, with the hope of using it to host an outdoor NHL game. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:19:23 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/boston-s-second-line-emerges-as-the-bruins-driving-force-01kmx98kb8vt?utm_source=RSSWilliam Hyland01kmx98kb8vtIf the Boston Bruins are to stay in the playoff mix and make a run come spring, they’ll need this second line of Zacha, Mittelstadt, and Arvidsson to continue playing well. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:22:40 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/schaefer-misa-and-frondell-three-picks-three-teams-one-goal-to-change-everything-01kmmvv3ag9r?utm_source=RSSAllanee Raye Valeriano01kmmvv3ag9rLast June 2025, they were called upon the stage in Los Angeles, California— finally entering the world of the National Hockey League. Nine months later, the topSun, 29 Mar 2026 19:20:52 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/no-the-nhl-playoff-system-is-not-broken-01kmnanm6m0b?utm_source=RSSRichard Blosser01kmnanm6m0bOver the past several weeks, NHL social media has been buzzing about the current playoff system, following comments from Wild GM Bill Guerin reported by Hockey Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:30:01 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/a-cautionary-tale-if-the-nhl-embraces-streaming-01kmnnehs52v?utm_source=RSSAnt Barberio01kmnnehs52vMLB made it's Netflix debut to kick off the 2026 season. The NFL and NBA already have a sizeable streaming service footprint.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:20:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/nhl-sees-revenue-increase-significantly-across-the-board-01kmkbszmc9k?utm_source=RSSRichard Jelinek01kmkbszmc9kRevenue is just fine in the eyes of commissioner Gary Bettman and the NHL. An increase in overall revenue over the past few seasons see them growing and heading in the right direction.Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/a-high-price-of-passion-as-the-toronto-maple-leafs-continue-to-chase-a-playoff-spot-01kkkrwc2anx?utm_source=RSSAllanee Raye Valeriano01kkkrwc2anxStanding at 7th in the Wild Card for the Eastern Division, the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to stretch their arms to hold on to the chance of making it to the 2Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:10:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/when-did-the-buffalo-sabres-turn-their-season-around-01kmk2g8x81w?utm_source=RSSAnt Barberio01kmk2g8x81wThe Buffalo Sabres seem poised to end the NHL's record longest playoff drought. They can thank a timely general manger change, better goaltending, and beer sabres for that. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-ohl-expansion-saga-continues-as-league-leadership-addresses-chatham-kent-01kmgxjgpb2h?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kmgxjgpb2hCities like Cornwall and Vaughan have been those rumored to be the homes of new OHL franchises, but Chatham-Kent has a clear path to hosting the OHL's 21st team. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:52:06 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-winners-of-the-nhl-trade-deadline-01kmbrqgadw6?utm_source=RSSNoah Pedrazzoli01kmbrqgadw6For the past two trade deadline, it feels like its victors have been the sellers. While it has been a seller's market, let's take a look at how their trades could transform their teams for the long haul. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:51:48 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-owen-sound-attack-did-well-to-salvage-their-season-but-can-they-make-an-impact-against-the-firebirds-01kmbw8p17q7?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kmbw8p17q7After posting their best season yet, the Flint Firebirds are in a good position to go on another deep playoff run. But will the Owen Sound Attack's recent resurgence slow the Firebirds' momentum?Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:00:05 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/will-washington-s-new-millionaire-s-tax-really-affect-the-seattle-kraken-01kmghxeh990?utm_source=RSSAnt Barberio01kmghxeh990The Florida Panthers cup winning success had brought light to the differences in state income taxes. The Seattle Kraken will most likely no longer enjoy that benefit.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:03:09 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/are-the-chaotic-trade-deadline-days-and-free-agent-frenzies-a-thing-of-the-past-01kmg4ect5sb?utm_source=RSSRichard Jelinek01kmg4ect5sbStanley Cup winning teams are built from moving players in and out. Trade deadline day and free agency used to be a main event but have these days lost some steam?Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:00:03 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/cole-hutson-has-made-his-nhl-transition-seem-effortless-01kme18vj635?utm_source=RSSRhys Jones01kme18vj635With only three NHL games under his belt, former Boston University forward, and former second round draft pick Cole Hutson has made his transition from the NCAA to NHL hockey seamlessTue, 24 Mar 2026 19:56:02 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/despite-97-point-season-are-the-windsor-spitfires-on-upset-alert-01kmbvysjpgd?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kmbvysjpgdThe Windsor Spitfires may be a title contender, but the Guelph Storm could very well make life miserable during this first-round series? Can Guelph pull off the upset or will Windsor hit that next gear?Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:54:28 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-barrie-colts-could-be-a-dangerous-team-and-not-the-opposition-a-slumping-icedogs-side-wants-to-face-01km2qjd2vf9?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01km2qjd2vf9For the second season in a row, Barrie will enter the OHL playoffs as a division winner. Last season's playoffs saw the Colts make it to the Conference Finals before being eliminated. Can they get back to that point, or will the IceDogs pull off an upset?Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/ottawa-s-reward-for-one-of-their-best-seasons-yet-3rd-place-in-the-east-and-a-series-with-the-frontenacs-01km2qpgggwp?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01km2qpgggwpWith East rivals Barrie and Brantford looking to put up strong first-round performances and prepare for deep playoff runs, can Ottawa hold serve and position themselves alongside the Eastern Conference's top-two teams? Or will Kingston say otherwise?Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:00:01 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/can-the-sault-ste-marie-greyhounds-capitalize-on-a-strong-start-to-the-season-and-eliminate-the-london-knights-01km3pz1qxf3?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01km3pz1qxf3The London Knights will enter the 2026 postseason looking to become the first team since the 1940's to claim at least three J. Ross Robertson Cup titles in a row. But they're not entering the playoffs with the same form as before, which could cost them. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:30:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-kitchener-rangers-first-postseason-obstacle-two-of-the-ohl-s-top-scorers-01kmaetc7a91?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kmaetc7a91After securing their second-straight 100+ point season and their first division title since the 2017-18 campaign, the Kitchener Rangers will look to start their postseason run strong by eliminating the eight-seeded Saginaw Spirit. Sun, 22 Mar 2026 23:40:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-peterborough-petes-may-be-coming-off-a-strong-season-but-north-bay-could-very-well-end-all-the-optimism-01km3q0v42f5?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01km3q0v42f5Almost three years after winning the OHL Playoffs, the Peterborough Petes are making their playoff return. But could their strong season face an early exit at the hands of an equally strong North Bay Battalion? Sun, 22 Mar 2026 23:30:24 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/can-the-brantford-bulldogs-win-it-all-their-first-round-series-against-sudbury-could-be-quite-telling-01km2qc3kp3y?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01km2qc3kp3yCan the Brantford Bulldogs assert themselves as the true favorites to take the J. Ross Robertson Trophy? Or is an upset brewing?Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:19:52 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/from-go-green-knight-to-the-return-of-the-st-pats-here-s-a-st-patrick-s-day-themed-nhl-recap-01kky4sb1y3p?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kky4sb1y3pHappy belated St Patrick's Day NHL fans! The teams that played at home on March 17 ran a wide array of themed game day events; you can read about the initiatives planned in my St Patrick's Day-themed recap of the league's action on March 17.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:19:31 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/another-hockey-themed-rodeo-here-s-everything-you-need-to-know-as-the-world-cup-of-hockey-heads-to-alberta-01kjt8y50hp2?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kjt8y50hp2The two-year countdown to the World Cup of Hockey's return is well underway, and the NHL just announced some new details about the tournament. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:00:04 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-losers-of-the-2026-nhl-trade-deadline-01kksa20gm7z?utm_source=RSSNoah Pedrazzoli01kksa20gm7zWith a variety of transactions having been processed, a few teams have made transactions that have only hindered their progression for the foreseeable future.Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:05:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/washington-nationals-to-have-alex-ovechkin-bobblehead-promotion-01kkvwa9nspr?utm_source=RSSAnt Barberio01kkvwa9nsprThe Washington Nationals are honoring the NHL's leading all time goal scorer with bobble heads. It comes at what might be the end of Alex Ovechkin's NHL career.Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:03 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/ohl-expansions-gaining-momentum-with-chatham-kent-and-cornwall-entering-the-discussion-01kkkxa43zz6?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kkkxa43zz6With OHL expansion rumors accelerating, several possible expansion sites have emerged, lending fuel to the idea that the OHL will soon welcome another team or two into the league. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/despite-abysmal-season-the-oshawa-generals-seem-to-be-ending-it-on-a-fun-note-01kkkxat3fxd?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kkkxat3fxdAfter a deep playoff run last season, the 2025-26 Oshawa Generals haven't exactly been living up to the team's recent success. But after upsetting some top teams, maybe it's time to revisit how we look at the Generals' 2025-26 season. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:00:04 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/this-season-the-playoff-picture-might-just-be-decided-by-rookie-goaltending-01kkhhdc88ny?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kkhhdc88nyFans may view Jacob Fowler, Jesper Wallstedt, and Brandon Bussi as three goalies who have came in and delivered valuable performances for their respective clubs. But with the playoff race truly kicking off, they may also have a bigger role to play. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:09:10 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-ottawa-senators-get-their-first-round-pick-back-but-they-re-not-the-first-01kkhphdbfcz?utm_source=RSSAnt Barberio01kkhphdbfczThe NHL gave the Ottawa Senators their first round draft pick this year back with conditions. The Senators originally lost it as part of mishandling an Evgeni Dadonov trade.Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:00:03 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/with-nazem-kadri-and-corey-perry-returning-to-cup-contending-teams-is-a-stanley-cup-final-rematch-on-the-cards-01kkc9dz1d1w?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kkc9dz1d1wWith under twenty games left in the 2025-26 NHL season, the Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning are poised to go on deep playoff runs. But does their recent trade deadline activity set them up for a rematch of the 2022 Stanley Cup Final?Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:56:37 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/four-teams-that-didn-t-exactly-have-the-hottest-trade-deadline-01kk2edqnm6p?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kk2edqnm6pDespite being in the playoff race, teams like the Montreal Canadiens and Washington Capitals didn't exactly reinforce their status at the trade deadline. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:56:05 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-top-5-under-the-radar-moves-at-the-2026-trade-deadline-01kkcgym2mp6?utm_source=RSSRichard Jelinek01kkcgym2mp6The NHL trade deadline can be a huge time for teams to upgrade their rosters. However, most players that are not big names could have the biggest impacts.Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:53:36 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-cost-of-chasing-the-dream-what-families-really-spend-to-raise-a-hockey-player-01kk991fjp98?utm_source=RSSKatie Sampson01kk991fjp98The streetlights are still humming when the alarm goes off before sunrise. A child pulls on a toque over damp hair lingering from yesterday’s practice, while a Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:52:55 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-four-biggest-winners-of-the-2025-26-nhl-trade-deadline-01kk2ebd9tjx?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kk2ebd9tjxWith the 2025-26 NHL trade deadline having come and gone, teams are now set to turn their attention towards a home stretch that could serve as one of the more mSun, 08 Mar 2026 20:31:50 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/pwhl-capitalizing-on-post-olympic-momentum-records-two-more-record-setting-attendances-01kjzsyrhk21?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kjzsyrhk21By now, it's clear that there is significant fan interest behind the PWHL; not only has the league recorded strong attendance totals, but they've also broken two additional attendance records over the last week alone and set the stage for more to fall.Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:30:58 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/nhl-heading-in-the-right-direction-with-rare-goaltenders-01kjxbscany3?utm_source=RSSRichard Jelinek01kjxbscany3Some of the best, and rare, goaltenders catch with their right hand. The NHL has five goaltenders right now who are lighting it up. Are we going to see more of this rare goaltender in the near future?Thu, 05 Mar 2026 01:25:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/macklin-celebrini-and-will-smith-the-nhl-s-newly-established-best-friends-duo-01kjt8wcmcd4?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kjt8wcmcd4You might know Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith for their offensive contributions to San Jose's ongoing playoff push. But there's more than meets the eye when it comes to this superstar duo ... in a fun way. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 01:10:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/here-s-every-major-seed-that-s-still-on-the-line-in-the-ohl-playoff-race-01kjgjsvmg19?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kjgjsvmg19With just under one month left in the 2025-26 OHL regular season, most of the sixteen playoff spots are either secured or very close to being secured. Out eastThu, 05 Mar 2026 00:59:27 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/nhl-players-see-social-media-followers-rise-after-olympics-01kjr1jwadp3?utm_source=RSSRichard Jelinek01kjr1jwadp3Social media went crazy after the golden goal for Team USA at the Olympics. Beneficiaries included Jack Hughes, Connor McDavid, Quinn Hughes, and the NHL. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:38:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/6-teams-that-must-make-a-splash-at-the-trade-deadline-to-remain-relevant-01kjkrbqqzke?utm_source=RSSJoey Olechno01kjkrbqqzkeThis season has been all over the place in terms of teams that can make the playoffs this season, as of March 2nd, there are 8 teams in a playoff spot that didnTue, 03 Mar 2026 17:38:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-anatomy-of-a-successful-nhl-market-01kjjazwjsz9?utm_source=RSSKatie Sampson01kjjazwjsz9A major contributor to growing viewership in professional leagues is expansion. In recent years, expansion or reconstruction has been prominent in the big 4 leaTue, 03 Mar 2026 15:20:14 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/we-need-an-all-star-game-rotation-01kjaq5r5qmg?utm_source=RSSRichard Blosser01kjaq5r5qmgWith the Olympics wrapping up and the NHL getting underway, we are heading into the last push of NHL hockey.  However, everyone seemed to have fallen in love wiTue, 03 Mar 2026 15:50:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/before-their-next-appearance-canada-needs-to-get-younger-why-not-use-what-the-u-s-pulled-off-as-inspiration-01kj868vb3nf?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kj868vb3nfAt this point in the Canada-United States hockey rivalry, it's clearly the Americans who have the upper hand. With the United States' triumph in last Thursday'Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:35:49 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-pwhl-is-back-here-s-the-three-biggest-stories-to-watch-through-the-season-s-second-half-01kje9118e7b?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kje9118e7bOn Thursday, the second half of the PWHL season got underway with the Montreal Victoire defeating the New York Sirens by a score of 4-1. With play now resumingTue, 03 Mar 2026 15:19:23 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/matt-boldy-s-international-masterclass-is-the-unsung-story-of-milan-01kjdga7nwg9?utm_source=RSSWilliam Hyland01kjdga7nwg9The Massachusetts native and Minnesota Wild winger quietly delivered for Team USATue, 03 Mar 2026 15:18:14 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-next-version-of-team-canada-could-be-faster-and-more-dangerous-01khryqsx1tf?utm_source=RSSRhys Jones01khryqsx1tfIf you think it can’t get better than McDavid, Crosby, and MacKinnon, just wait until you see what is on the horizon for Canada in 2030. Verhoeff, McKenna, and Bedard are just a few of the powerhouse names that could be representing the great white northThu, 26 Feb 2026 11:00:01 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/another-former-nhler-s-son-is-carving-his-own-path-01khpx52nsvm?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01khpx52nsvmWe're seeing the next generation of star players take the ice right in front of our eyes. While Jarome Iginla's son Tij, a Kelowna Rockets forward and Utah MamWed, 25 Feb 2026 23:50:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-stats-that-explain-where-the-nhl-stands-right-now-01kg87eqnd35?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kg87eqnd35With the Olympic break set to kick off this week, it's time to recap the last month of NHL action! The last time I wrote one of these recaps, I provided some nuWed, 25 Feb 2026 22:48:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/before-today-s-jack-hughes-there-was-another-01kj8eg81cw3?utm_source=RSSAnt Barberio01kj8eg81cw3No, we're not talking about the player taken in the 2022 NHL draft. We're talking about the player who was almost a member of the 1980 United States Olympic Hockey TeamWed, 25 Feb 2026 21:45:47 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-star-duos-set-to-define-the-olympic-men-s-hockey-semifinals-01kht14vthmk?utm_source=RSSAllanee Raye Valeriano01kht14vthmkFour nations remain but only one gold medal is available to chase. As the puck drops in Milan today for the semifinals, these elite athletes continue to make thThu, 19 Feb 2026 22:42:15 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/sweden-and-switzerland-meet-with-history-on-the-line-in-the-women-s-bronze-medal-game-01khpp237fkn?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01khpp237fknThe final two games of the 2026 women's Olympic hockey tournament are upon us. The first of those two games will see Sweden, who finished group play in first pWed, 18 Feb 2026 22:00:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-nhl-s-2005-lockout-offers-a-warning-mlb-can-t-ignore-01khpmm6dxb4?utm_source=RSSAnt Barberio01khpmm6dxb4The subject of a salary cap has been a contentious one for Major League Baseball. The head of their players union just re-signed and his presumptive heir apparent has experience with the NHLPA.Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:00:02 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/macklin-celebrini-is-living-out-a-childhood-olympic-dream-01kgs5d9dhs0?utm_source=RSSAllanee Raye Valeriano01kgs5d9dhs0One was a legend in his prime, making history on ice with the iconic Golden Goal; the other was just a toddler, holding a tiny sherwood stick, laced up in tiny Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:06:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/slovakia-edges-closer-to-the-podium-by-knocking-out-germany-01khrhh9cft8?utm_source=RSSAllanee Raye Valeriano01khrhh9cft8First round of the quarterfinals are done, as Slovakia maintained their stable run, as they pushed to win today's match against Team Germany, officially eliminaWed, 18 Feb 2026 16:32:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-olympic-loss-that-changed-how-slovakia-is-viewed-01khgd7126x9?utm_source=RSSAllanee Raye Valeriano01khgd7126x9To the common eye, a 5-3 record usually means that the team who scored only 3 goals lost, but in Slovakia vs Sweden's game last night, it was the loss that secuWed, 18 Feb 2026 16:21:38 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/switzerland-ends-host-italy-s-run-and-marches-into-the-quarterfinals-01khnxghpp3d?utm_source=RSSAllanee Raye Valeriano01khnxghpp3dAt the Milano Rho Ice Hockey Arena, the olympic journey for Italy's men's ice hockey team officially ended today, as Switzerland dominated the board and took thTue, 17 Feb 2026 22:09:18 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/3-contenders-under-the-most-pressure-after-the-olympic-break-01kg87x9mmr1?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kg87x9mmr1While the Olympics are in full swing, it's hard not to think about the final one-and-a-half-months that are left in this 2025-26 NHL season. With the trade deaTue, 17 Feb 2026 21:40:01 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/kevin-fiala-s-injury-is-a-crushing-blow-for-switzerland-and-the-los-angeles-kings-01khcmvggwyx?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01khcmvggwyxI'm not going to say much about the Kevin Fiala injury at the end of the Canada-Switzerland game. But for those of you that didn't watch the game, all I will sTue, 17 Feb 2026 18:51:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-nhl-s-media-strategy-reveals-a-league-thinking-two-moves-ahead-01kh7049cq6g?utm_source=RSSAnt Barberio01kh7049cq6gNational NHL media rights in the United States are held by TNT and ESPN. Gary Bettman is ready to talk to get an extension done now and keep the relationship going.Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:49:11 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-window-may-be-opening-for-sweden-at-just-the-right-olympic-time-01kh2se275ba?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kh2se275baThe last time Sweden won gold at the Winter Olympics was in 2006. That men's hockey entry, captained by Mats Sundin, rallied from a third-place group stage finiTue, 17 Feb 2026 17:28:50 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/team-usa-s-carpenter-not-allowing-2018-snub-to-ruin-her-focus-01kh747xm56y?utm_source=RSSRichard Jelinek01kh747xm56yAlex Carpenter did not let a Olympic snub let her loose long-term focus. She is back and leading the United States women in the 2026 OlympicsMon, 16 Feb 2026 15:41:24 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/one-win-stands-between-sweden-and-its-first-olympic-medal-in-nearly-20-years-01khcm3dqdpq?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01khcm3dqdpqNo matter what happens from here on out, the women's hockey history books will receive a bit of a rewrite. While Czechia couldn't earn their first medal game bMon, 16 Feb 2026 15:35:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/canada-s-redemption-arc-can-begin-with-the-return-of-marie-philip-poulin-01khh8jfb6v0?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01khh8jfb6v0After Marie-Philip Poulin got injured early in the game against Czechia, one would not be wrong to fear the worst for Team Canada. With the United States startiMon, 16 Feb 2026 15:10:04 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-olympic-stage-belongs-to-nhl-legends-maybe-for-the-last-time-01kgqw407p6z?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kgqw407p6zJust seven days remain until the men's Olympic hockey tournament kicks off at this edition of the Winter Olympics. When it does, it will be the first tournamenFri, 13 Feb 2026 21:58:19 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/italy-s-dream-group-stage-run-ends-with-a-brutal-u-s-matchup-01kh2as1kq47?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kh2as1kq47Twenty years ago, Italy's women's Olympic hockey debut didn't exactly go that well. Not only did Italy fail to win a single game in that tournament, but they weFri, 13 Feb 2026 21:36:59 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/nhl-talent-changes-the-pressure-surrounding-finland-s-title-defense-01kh1950vtj0?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kh1950vtj0Of the countries that participated in last winter's Four Nations Faceoff, Finland might just be the team that is flying under the radar for the Olympic men's hoWed, 11 Feb 2026 19:34:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/host-italy-will-test-how-far-belief-can-go-without-nhl-firepower-01kgzhvzd608?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kgzhvzd608You want to know why I picked an image of Italian speed skater Francesca Lollobrigida, who won gold in the women's 3000 metre speed skating event while setting Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:07:13 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-united-states-enters-the-olympics-with-something-to-prove-again-01kgjcpbqw03?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kgjcpbqw03After beating Canada 3-1 during group play of the Four Nations Faceoff, you could make an argument for the United States to be considered the favourite to win gWed, 11 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/what-canada-s-four-nations-triumph-really-means-for-its-olympic-gold-chase-01kg3estmg1g?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kg3estmg1gThe last time NHL players were at the Olympics was in 2014. That year, the likes of Sidney Crosby and Jonathan Toews would earn Canada its second-consecutive goWed, 11 Feb 2026 11:00:01 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-olympic-stage-is-set-for-sarah-nurse-to-define-team-canada-s-run-01kgtcm7j23g?utm_source=RSSRichard Jelinek01kgtcm7j23gSarah Nurse is one of the most recognizable players in the PWHL. She is also one of the most feared players in the Olympics and International play. Look for her to make a difference when the games really matter.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 22:19:43 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-2026-stadium-series-might-be-one-of-the-greatest-nhl-games-of-all-time-01kgg7cpds7n?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kgg7cpds7nThe Miracle on Ice. The Washington Capitals' two big series-clinchers in their 2018 Stanley Cup run. The Boston Bruins' epic 4-1 Game 7 comeback against the TMon, 09 Feb 2026 22:27:34 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/france-s-women-s-hockey-debut-is-about-proving-something-deeper-than-results-01kg3ek0t5by?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kg3ek0t5byThe next four years could serve as a very unique opportunity for France's women's hockey program. Not only will the team be making their debut on the Olympic stMon, 09 Feb 2026 22:27:12 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/the-shift-in-women-s-pro-hockey-becomes-clear-when-you-look-at-jessica-campbell-01kf8m9225mh?utm_source=RSSKatie Sampson01kf8m9225mhFor decades, the roads to the highest levels of hockey were only available to men. It wasn't until the 1990s that women competed in world championships or at tMon, 09 Feb 2026 21:46:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/three-bronzes-later-finland-s-women-s-hockey-team-is-still-knocking-on-gold-s-door-01kg3e4bsf09?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kg3e4bsf09Who do I think will end up being the underdog team in the 2026 Olympic women's hockey tournament? Finland. The team's first seven appearances in the event haveMon, 09 Feb 2026 21:03:52 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/italy-s-olympic-women-s-hockey-comeback-arrives-with-nowhere-to-hide-01kg3ehzzhrw?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kg3ehzzhrwIt's safe to say that Olympic hockey hosts don't exactly have the best track record of success. Of the last five host nations of the Winter Olympics (China, SoSun, 08 Feb 2026 17:00:01 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/after-12-years-away-germany-s-women-s-hockey-team-gets-an-unexpected-chance-01kg3eb56cxv?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kg3eb56cxvFor the first time in twelve years, Germany's women's hockey team will be playing at the Winter Olympics. When Germany last contested the women's hockey event Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:00:01 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/brayden-point-s-injury-is-a-reminder-no-roster-spot-is-ever-truly-safe-01kgs07wakhx?utm_source=RSSAllanee Raye Valeriano01kgs07wakhxFew honors in hockey carry more weight than being named to Team Canada’s 'First Six.' For Brayden Point, that early selection turned a dream into a guarantee. HSat, 07 Feb 2026 16:31:17 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/sweden-s-women-s-hockey-team-is-still-searching-for-its-semifinal-formula-01kg3ebxb983?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kg3ebxb983Twenty years ago, Sweden fell short of its first gold medal in women's hockey, losing the gold medal game to Canada. Since that year's Winter Olympics, the teaSat, 07 Feb 2026 21:36:00 +0000enhttps://puckprose.com/japan-s-best-olympic-run-ever-may-have-set-the-stage-for-something-more-in-2026-01kg3ef4f90g?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kg3ef4f90gThe period between the 2022 Olympics and the 2026 Olympics might have been some of the best years yet for the Japanese women's hockey team. In 2022, the team sSat, 07 Feb 2026 18:14:00 +0000en