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Happy 4th! Hope you celebrate the day responsibly and fun, here’s some good ol’ Phil Kessel highlights to hold us over for the day!
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 3
Matthew Hlacar, Rhett Parsons enter fight at Leafs’ development camp
Passion is a quality that cannot be taught and it appears that the next wave of Toronto Maple Leafs won’t be lacking any motivation in the first step of their professional journeys.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / February 4
Matthew Kessel could be a sneaky good defensive depth trade target for the Leafs
Calls for the Toronto Maple Leafs to shore up their backend have been increasing with each passing day. General Manager Brad Treliving has made it known that the team is prioritizing acquiring a centre to improve its depth down the middle.
The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz
Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?
NHL News / Maple Leafs Daily / January 22
Brian Burke Reveals One of His Biggest Regrets as GM of the Maple Leafs Tied to Phil Kessel
Brian Burke recently sat down with Jeff Marek and revealed one of his biggest regrets during his tenure as general manager of the Maple Leafs was tied to Phil Kessel.
NHL News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / January 6
Penguins Notebook: Stunning Crosby Stat; Why Not Talk?
Sidney Crosby has filled numerous roles for the Pittsburgh Penguins since he joined them in 2005. He’s been the face of the franchise. A reliable — and often prolific — point-producer.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 12
From NHL to the World Poker Tour, 'Phil the Thrill’s' New Game
Phil “The Thrill” Kessel, the 17-year NHL veteran known for his over 400 career goals and two Stanley Cup wins, is turning the page on his hockey career and stepping into a new arena—the world of professional poker.
NHL News / Maple Leafs Daily / October 10
Ex-Maple Leafs Forward Phil Kessel Announces a Wild and Unexpected Career Change
Iron man and former Maple Leafs winger Phil Kessel has found it hard to find a new gig in the NHL, which has led to a substantial and unexpected career change.
Vegas Golden Knights News / Blade of Steel / October 9
Beloved NHL veteran Phil Kessel signs surprising new deal outside the NHL
Phil Kessel still wants to return to the NHL, but in the meantime, he's got other ventures going on, announcing a surprise new deal in recent times. Over the past 18 months, many fans have waited desperately for Phil Kessel to return to the NHL, and even as late as this summer, he made it clear that he will do what it takes to make a return.
Vegas Golden Knights News / Hockey Unplugged / October 9
Phil Kessel signs new deal outside of the NHL
Phil Kessel has been trying to get himself back into the National Hockey League this summer and hasn't had all that much luck. Kessel is an older guy and when you are an older player, your fitness matters a whole lot more than it does when you are younger.
Vegas Golden Knights News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 26
Will Phil Kessel play in the NHL again amid retirement buzz?
With the National Hockey League’s exhibition schedule now in full swing, several unsigned free agents are still hoping to secure deals for the 2024-25 season.
Vegas Golden Knights News / NHL Trade Talk / September 25
Kessel Hoping for NHL Preseason Opportunity, Teams Still Unsure
Phil Kessel hasn’t played an NHL game since April 24, 2023, when he suited up for the Vegas Golden Knights in the regular season. While the winger played all 82 games that year, he was scratched for several playoff games during Vegas’ Stanley Cup run.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / September 25
NHL Rumours: Veteran Player Looking for Another Opportunity
It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re a week into training camps, but there’s plenty to talk about on the hot stove. Teams are working on their rosters, but other players are looking for an opportunity to latch onto an NHL roster.
Vegas Golden Knights News / The Hockey Writers / September 18
3 Teams Who Could Sign Phil Kessel to a PTO
The NHL season is rapidly approaching, and training camps are finally underway. With the 2024-25 hockey season inching closer, there are still some strong players sitting in free agency who haven’t been granted a professional tryout (PTO) or a contract.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / September 17
Around the NHL: Crosby, Raymond re-sign, JVR lands in Columbus, Kessel wants to play
After what felt like a very short offseason there’s NHL hockey being played this week. Charity golf tournaments help kick off training camps, informal skates are quickly turning into formal skates, and the preseason schedule is set to open Sep.21.
Vegas Golden Knights News / Hockey Unplugged / September 16
Phil Kessel may have just had a breakthrough in his NHL comeback hopes
Phil Kessel was last on the ice during the 2023 playoffs when the Las Vegas Golden Knights went on a deep run to win the Stanley Cup. Although he did not play in the final rounds, he was able to secure his third Stanley Cup ring.
NHL News / Canucksarmy / March 8, 2024
‘It unfortunately wasn’t a fit for us’: Canucks elect not to sign veteran winger Phil Kessel to contract
In a bit of a surprise development, the Vancouver Canucks have not signed veteran winger Phil Kessel to a contract. The trade deadline came and went on Friday afternoon without Kessel putting pen to paper on a contract with the Canucks.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / March 7, 2024
Report: Vancouver Canucks ‘on track’ to sign Phil Kessel before NHL trade deadline
The Vancouver Canucks are “on track” to sign Phil Kessel before Friday’s trade deadline, TSN’s Chris Johnston reported Thursday morning. Kessel and the Canucks have been circling each other for a while, with the 36-year-old winger arriving in B.C.
Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Rumors / March 1, 2024
NHL Rumors: Things Pointing Towards the Vancouver Canucks Signing Phil Kessel
Donnie & Dhali: Rick Dhaliwal and Don Taylor talking about things trending in the direction of the Vancouver Canucks signing Phil Kessel. ** NHLRumors.com transcription Taylor: “What are you hearing?
NHL News / Canucksarmy / February 27, 2024
Report: Phil Kessel trending towards signing with the Canucks, may require conditioning stint
It’s starting to look a lot like a full-fledged NHL contract with the Vancouver Canucks is in the offing for veteran winger Phil Kessel. The 36-year-old winger arrived in B.C.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 17, 2024
What Could Phil Kessel Bring to the Vancouver Canucks?
Phil Kessel might not look like a hockey player, but he’s been one of the best over the past 17 seasons. The dynamic right winger born in Madison, Wisconsin has left a mark on the NHL throughout his illustrious career.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 14, 2024
Is taking a chance on Phil Kessel worth it for the Vancouver Canucks?
Phil Kessel may not be the player he once was, but that doesn’t mean the Vancouver Canucks shouldn’t take a look at him. On Wednesday’s edition of Daily Faceoff Live, Tyler Yaremchuk and Frank Seravalli came to a similar conclusion about the Canucks bringing in the veteran winger to work out with their AHL affiliate.
NHL News / Canucksarmy / February 9, 2024
Should the Vancouver Canucks sign Phil Kessel?
It was reported yesterday by Rick Dhaliwal that the Canucks are ‘poking around’ on free agent forward Phil Kessel. Dhaliwal points out that the Canucks discuss Kessel and keep in regular contact with his agent.
Vegas Golden Knights News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 31, 2024
Three-time Stanley Cup winner still hopes to play this season
Free-agent winger Phil Kessel still intends to sign with a team before the March 8 trade deadline.
NHL News / Boston Hockey Now / January 1, 2024
Bruins Fans Split On Potential Kessel Reunion
Does future hall of famer Phil Kessel make sense as an inexpensive depth signing for the Boston Bruins right now? We asked that question here back in August,
Vegas Golden Knights News / Yardbarker / June 14, 2023
Phil Kessel takes shot at Toronto media after third Stanley Cup win
Vegas Golden Knights forward Phil Kessel lifted the Stanley Cup for the third time in his career on Tuesday night and had a reminder for those who had doubted him earlier in his career.
Vegas Golden Knights News / Yardbarker / April 28, 2023
Phil Kessel misses first game since 2009, Golden Knights still eliminate Jets
The Vegas Golden Knights eliminated the Winnipeg Jets from the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Thursday night with a 4-1 win. That was just one of the two big stories from that game.
NHL News / Yardbarker / October 26, 2022
MLB 'Iron Man' Cal Ripken Jr. congratulates Golden Knights' Phil Kessel on breaking record
Vegas Golden Knights forward Phil Kessel broke the NHL's ironman record by playing in his 990th consecutive game on Tuesday night against the San Jose Sharks.
NHL News / Yardbarker / October 25, 2022
Teammates past and present share favorite Phil Kessel stories ahead of record-breaking night
Kessel will stand alone as the NHL's iron man.
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