The Hockey News Podcast: 2019 Stanley Cup final preview and picks
The Blues and Bruins meet in the final for the first time in 49 years. Who has the edge in each important category, and who wins the Cup?
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NewsBruins have been in hibernation, but they’ll be ready once the puck drops in the Stanley Cup final
The layoff has been a long one for the Bruins with the Stanley Cup final on the horizon, but Boston has done everything it can to stay prepared ahead of Monday's Game 1.
NewsWorld Championship Roundup: Canada, Finland to face off for gold
Canada is back in the final for the fourth time in five years, while Finland will advance after shutting out one of the best Russian teams in in the post-Soviet era.
NewsNWHLPA and its players continue to build towards 2019-20 campaign
In the wake of the players involved with the #ForTheGame movement forming the PWHPA, the NWHLPA continues its push towards and preparation for the 2019-20 NWHL season.
All-Access +Taryn Hatcher: Short stint in the minors
Children are told from a young age to aim high and, one day, with enough hard work, they can achieve their career goals. It took Taryn Hatcher a lot less time than most.
NewsWin now vs. develop the future: The Toronto Marlies walk the line
The reigning Calder Cup champions are once again in the AHL's Eastern Conference final, but with a younger squad and a tougher opponent. Coach Sheldon Keefe hasn't blinked when it comes to playing the kids however and the Marlies are having fun.
NewsSlava Voynov will be eligible to play in the NHL next season, but will anyone even go near him?
Slava Voynov is still capable of making an impactful contribution to an NHL team. But the biggest obstacle he’ll face will be finding a team that is willing to associate itself with a player who has become a pariah.
Same ol’ Erik? You betcha. But what comes next for Karlsson?
The eye test has many suggesting Karlsson has lost a step. The numbers say otherwise. He’s worth the dough.
From the Magazine
All-Access +Taryn Hatcher: Short stint in the minors
Children are told from a young age to aim high and, one day, with enough hard work, they can achieve their career goals. It took Taryn Hatcher a lot less time than most.
All-Access +Same ol’ Erik? You betcha. But what comes next for Karlsson?
The eye test has many suggesting Karlsson has lost a step. The numbers say otherwise. He’s worth the dough.
All-Access +Special K: Finnish sensation Kaapo Kakko is more than your run-of-the-mill second pick
The second-best player in the 2019 draft has No. 1 upside, and Kaapo Kakko is ready to step in right away and start scoring.
All-Access +Norris Trophy finally within reach for Flames’ underrated Mark Giordano
From junior through to the NHL, Mark Giordano has always slipped under the radar. Now 35, and having the best season of his career, he’s finally get his long-overdue recognition. And the Flames have a spot waiting just outside the dressing room for their first Norris Trophy winner.
All-Access +The 2019 Lightning have a lot in common with Tampa Bay’s 2004 champions
Star center? Check. Deadly wingmen? Check. Solid ‘D’? Check. Elite Russian goalie? Check. But there’s one key difference: this year’s edition is expected to win. Do the Bolts have the spark within to bring the city its first Cup in 15 years?
All-Access +From Bell Centre to Buffalo: Behind the scenes with the Winnipeg Jets
The path to an NHL championship is long and winding, and the Jets have a ways to go. But with Winnipeg on track to fulfill a certain prediction, THN’s trusty correspondent joins the team for a mid-season road swing. Despite only one win, the trip doesn’t disappoint. Through Montreal, Ottawa and Buffalo, the trek features everything from Wheeler’s legendary intensity and Maurice’s famed one-liners to artery-clogging press-box treats and a karma-conscious Uber driver.
All-Access +How the Philadelphia Flyers created a headline-making mascot and overnight sensation
It took less than 24 hours for Gritty to transform from abomination to obsession. But before that fateful day, there were months of planning – and four different kinds of eyebrows.
All-Access +The Russian Penguins: The bizarre and unforgettable partnership between the Penguins and CSKA Moscow
It was about the pucks and bucks, first and foremost, but lest we forget the acrobats, blood-soaked mascots and accidental on-ice sex acts. There’ll never be another partnership like the one between the Pittsburgh Penguins and CSKA Moscow, which changed Russian hockey forever.
All-Access +You Never Forget Your First: Oral History of USA’s 2004 World Junior Gold
The hockey world remembers Marc-Andre Fleury’s infamous own-goal, which handed the U.S. the title. For 55 minutes before that, though, it was a rollercoaster match. The key performers share their memories, triumphant and gut-wrenching, 15 years later.
All-Access +The First Word: Goaltenders defy all draft logic
Sergei Bobrovsky and Jordan Binnington have shown us that drafting goalies can be a total free-for-all in the NHL – more than any other position in the league.
All-Access +The Last Word: Put down the tape measure and pick skill over size
NHL teams are risk-averse when it comes to an early draft pick. But instead of ensuring a safe selection, they should ponder the small package slipping through their fingers.
All-Access +The Last Word: The NHL playoff format ain’t broke, so don’t fix it
The NHL playoff format isn’t perfect, but the rivalry showdowns are the best thing about the spring – even if they happen early.
Prospects
NewsWin now vs. develop the future: The Toronto Marlies walk the line
The reigning Calder Cup champions are once again in the AHL's Eastern Conference final, but with a younger squad and a tougher opponent. Coach Sheldon Keefe hasn't blinked when it comes to playing the kids however and the Marlies are having fun.
PodcastThe Hockey News Podcast: Will Erik Karlsson’s health affect his next contract?
Will Karlsson's soft-tissue injuries cost him money in free agency? Do the Bruins have the Stanley Cup edge regardless of opponent? And more.
NewsAsk Me Anything: Which NHL team will make the boldest off-season moves?
Which team is most likely to make blockbuster deals this summer? Would the Devils consider Kakko over Hughes? And more.
Podcast
PodcastThe Hockey News Podcast: 2019 Stanley Cup final preview and picks
The Blues and Bruins meet in the final for the first time in 49 years. Who has the edge in each important category, and who wins the Cup?
PodcastThe Hockey News Podcast: Will Erik Karlsson’s health affect his next contract?
Will Karlsson's soft-tissue injuries cost him money in free agency? Do the Bruins have the Stanley Cup edge regardless of opponent? And more.
PodcastThe Hockey News Podcast: Breaking down the Conference Finals, plus Kakko vs. Hughes
Has Kaapo Kakko solidified himself as a serious contender to go No. 1 at the NHL draft? Has Carolina finally met their match, or do they still have a chance to fight back and make the final? And more.
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