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Alex Wiederspiel

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Alex Wiederspiel is a digital reporter, play-by-play broadcaster, radio show host and podcast host in West Virginia covering high school athletics, Division II college athletics, and some West Virginia University athletics. He's an avid follower of all things hockey and football with a soft spot for prospects -- the future stars of the league. When not consuming sports, Alex is usually doing something related to Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, or watching movies for his movie podcast, The Movie Spiel

The Rangers' gamble on Gabe Perreault is the right move

The New York Rangers mistakes this season have been costly, but signing top prospect Gabriel Perreault to a three-year entry-level contract and burning the first year of his deal for just eight games remaining this season won't be among them.

Top NHL prospects shine in first round of NCAA Tournament

Some of the top NHL prospects stood out during the first round of the 2025 NCAA Division I Men's Ice Hockey tournament on Friday. 

Watch: Top NHL prospect scores game-winner for Boston College

Boston College freshman center James Hagens made a big statement in his quest to be the top overall pick in the upcoming 2025 NHL Draft.

John Tortorella joins crowded field of potential offseason NHL coaching candidates

John Tortorella's firing Thursday as Flyers head coach this close to the end of the regular season serves as the start of the offseason in Philadelphia.

What's next for John Tortorella following Flyers exit?

The Flyers relieved the HC of his duties amid a turbulent end to a disappointing season where the team failed to take a step forward in its ongoing rebuild.

Top available defensemen in free agency after Capitals' extension of Jakob Chychrun

With San Jose and Chicago eliminated from postseason contention and many more to join them soon, here are the five most interesting defenseman who will hit the free-agent market.

Storylines on path to Frozen Four: Can Boston College star cement status as a top NHL pick?

Sixteen teams are left for Thursday's opening round of the 2025 NCAA men's hockey tournament.

How taxing issue creates competitive imbalance in NHL

One of the NHL's foremost insiders wrote recently about a proposal for how the league could and should handle one of its more vexing issues: taxes.

NHL power rankings: No. 1 Jets hold steady, but who's soaring behind them?

The trade deadline has passed, and in one month we'll have the entire playoff field set. 

Suspension of Panthers star defenseman could further jeopardize his future with team

The NHL announced a 20-game suspension for Florida Panthers star defender Aaron Ekblad for violating the terms of the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program on Monday.

Blockbuster trade could have huge implications for future of superstar Brady Tkachuk

A Tkachuk trade seemed far-fetched 24 hours ago, but that door may now be ajar.

Four questions about Hurricanes' stunning trade of superstar Mikko Rantanen

After just 13 games with the Carolina Hurricanes, superstar winger Mikko Rantanen is being traded to the Dallas Stars, sources told ESPN's Emily Kaplan on Friday.

Five takeaways from the 2025 NHL trade deadline

The NHL trade deadline is officially over, with more than 30 trades and more than $130 million in money moving around the league.

Bargain bin options could still make big impact at NHL trade deadline

Fans typically want their teams looking top shelf when it comes to buying at the trade deadline. But sometimes you have to shop from the bottom shelf. And, in some cases, the general manager of your favorite team may have to go bargain hunting.

The five best potential fits between player and team at the NHL deadline

The trade deadline is fraught with possible mistakes, but the pay-off can result in flags flying forever — just ask Tampa and Colorado. Here are five potentially perfect marriages we could see at this season's deadline.

Matching one player with every NHL team ahead of March 7 trade deadline

With the NHL's inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off in the rearview mirror, it seems likely that general managers will resume the pre-tournament trade frenzy that resulted in multiple blockbusters in January.

Stock up or down? Seven players to watch ahead of 2026 Olympics

Here are seven players with Olympic aspirations to watch throughout the rest of this season — some trending up and others trending in the wrong direction.

NHL power rankings: Who's behind Jets, Capitals on top tier?

Regular-season games will resume Saturday following time off for the NHL's inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off. Meanwhile, we roll out our latest edition of NHL power rankings. 

Five takeaways from conclusion of 4 Nations Face-Off round robin

Team Sweden (1-0-2-0, 5 points) defeated Team USA (2-0-0-1, 6 points) 2-1 in the final game of the NHL's inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off round robin.

Five takeaways from USA-Canada at 4 Nations Face-Off

A raucous, bombastic atmosphere highlighted a 3-1 win for Team USA over Team Canada in Saturday night's heavyweight showdown in Montreal.

Five takeaways from 4 Nations Face-Off opener between Canada and Sweden

The NHL's inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off began with an OT thriller.

Five storylines to follow at NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off

Nine days, seven games, four nations (U.S., Canada, Finland, Sweden) and two tournament cities (Montreal, Boston) — those are the basics of the NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off.

No risk, no reward: Rangers, Canucks don't settle for status quo

In the risk-averse NHL, the Rangers and Canucks decided it was better to roll the dice than to accept their new normal as playoff outsiders.

NHL power rankings: Jets zoom to top, but what elite teams hover below them?

Three teams should get their players' arms ready to lift that 34.5- pound Stanley Cup while four others lurk behind them.

Insider: J.T. Miller is most likely to be traded away by Canucks

J.T. Miller appears the more likely center to move in a trade out of Vancouver, according to TSN's Elliotte Friedman.