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Avalanche Make Makar the Richest Player in NHL History

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Derek

On Friday afternoon, the Colorado Avalanche and Cale Makar made it official by agreeing to the richest contract extension in NHL history. Makar proudly announced it on the Avalanche Twitter/X page. When hockey insider Elliotte Friedman revealed the salary cap … Continue reading →

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August highlighted by top 20 lists and the unholy war for Quinn Hughes

Posted on August 27, 2026 by Derek

With only a few days left in August, hockey is around the corner. Believe it or not, only 33 days remain until a new season begins. On Sept. 29, the NHL will start a bit sooner with an 84-game schedule … Continue reading →

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Devils’ Mehta Continues to Improve Roster in Good Off-season

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Derek

Entering the off-season, new Devils team president and general manager Sunny Mehta had his work cut out for him. Looking to revamp a roster that missed the postseason, Mehta has done a good job managing the salary cap by making … Continue reading →

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Canadiens end Sabres’ special season

Posted on May 19, 2026 by Derek

In the end, the Sabres came up a goal short of reaching the Eastern Conference Finals. The Canadiens ended the Sabres’ special season by defeating them 3-2 on Alex Newhook’s overtime winner in Game 7 at KeyBank Center. It was … Continue reading →

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Desperation Mode Leads to Lightning win in Overtime

Posted on April 22, 2026 by Derek

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are only a few days in. However, we’ve already seen what happens when the more desperate team needs to respond to adversity. It was on full display during a Lightning 3-2 win in overtime against the … Continue reading →

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Epic Scenes From Sabres Return to Playoffs

Posted on April 21, 2026 by Derek

On Sunday, the Buffalo Sabres finally returned to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in 15 years. It was well worth the wait. After falling behind the Boston Bruins 2-0, it looked like the Sabres would get shut … Continue reading →

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Kartye’s pair helps Rangers end season on the right note

Posted on April 16, 2026 by Derek

On the final game of a disappointing centennial season, the Rangers went out on the right note thanks to Tye Kartye’s big night in a 4-2 win over the Lightning. Kartye had a pair of goals and set up another … Continue reading →

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Devils end disappointing season on a bitter note

Posted on April 15, 2026 by Derek

Down the stretch, the Devils played much better hockey to come frustratingly close to the postseason. However, they couldn’t overcome a lousy winter that turned a promising start into fool’s gold. After going out on home ice with a very … Continue reading →

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Final Game for Quick Ends in a Bittersweet loss

Posted on April 14, 2026 by Derek

In the end, Jonathan Quick knew it was the right time. The proud 40-year-old goalie revealed to teammates and the media that yesterday was the final game of his career. He didn’t want it to be a big deal. In … Continue reading →

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Rangers’ Big Weekend a Cause for Excitement: Perreault and Cuylle Record Hat Tricks

Posted on April 6, 2026 by Derek

With the season winding down, the Rangers continue to play some of their best hockey. They swept two home games over a pair of desperate teams hoping to make the playoffs. The Rangers’ big weekend included a 4-1 win over … Continue reading →

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