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On TwitterKaapo Kakko sizzles while Alexis Lafreniere fizzles, but Rangers still chose right
The metrics under the hood tell a curious story centered on one basic fact: Kakko and his linemates are on a shooting hot streak while Lafreniere and his linemates are in a shooting slump.
Back from the dead? Three NHL teams with new life
Three Eastern Conference teams — the New York Rangers, Detroit Red Wings and Montreal Canadiens — have, at varying points, looked dead in the water and sailing like flotsam toward a top draft pick. All of a sudden, they're all in the race.
Five possible landing spots for Canucks superstar Elias Pettersson
The NHL trade landscape is alight with the rarest of rarities — a potential January blockbuster.
A grade, New Year's resolution for every NHL Western Conference team
As another year nears an end, the NHL season is rocking. Before Jan. 1, we graded every Western Conference team's 2024 portion of the season — take a bow, Vegas Golden Knights.
A grade, New Year's resolution for every NHL Eastern Conference team
As another year nears an end, the NHL season is rocking. Before Jan. 1, we graded every Eastern Conference team's 2024 portion of the season — take a bow, Washington Capitals.
Major Red Wings HC decision shouldn't be a shocker
The Detroit Red Wings on Thursday fired head coach Derek Lalonde following a 13-17-4 start to the season, including a stretch of nine losses in their past 12 games.
History shows Matt Rempe needs to get his game under control
With each additional incident, Rempe only hurts his team and puts a target on his back.
Is New York Rangers GM Chris Drury facing a rebellion?
Things have been spiraling for the Rangers.
Kaapo Kakko and fading Rangers divorce was long overdue
Former 2019 No. 2 overall pick Kaapo Kakko didn't mince words during media availability ahead of New York's 2-0 loss to Nashville.
Rangers' options for replacing goaltender Igor Shesterkin if he decides to leave
If the Rangers decide that Shesterkin isn't worth retaining, who's the next man up?
Five possible landing spots if the Rangers don't bring back Igor Shesterkin
The door is open for the possibility of the superstar hitting free agency. If that happens, here are five teams that could make pitches for Shesterkin.
Why Igor Shesterkin deserves more than the record contract offer he turned down
Shesterkin has the best hand at this table.
One player to root for from every NHL Western Conference team
With a new NHL season underway, ardent fans are eager to watch their favorite teams and hate on rivals. But for the teams you don't dislike but don't know much about, this guide may help you when your favorite team isn't playing.
One player to root for from every NHL Eastern Conference team
With a new NHL season getting underway, ardent fans are eager to watch their favorite teams and hate on rivals. But for the teams you don't dislike but don't know much about, this guide may help you when your favorite team isn't playing.
Former No. 2 overall pick reaches crossroads with Rangers
There may not be a path forward for the former No. 2 overall selection in New York.
Biggest question facing each NHL Western Conference team
NHL prospects begin reporting this week and training camps open later this month. So, what questions linger now about each team ahead of the regular season, which begins Oct. 8?
Biggest question facing each NHL Eastern Conference team
NHL prospect tournaments are fast approaching and training camp will begin shortly thereafter. So, what questions linger about each team ahead of the regular season, which begins Oct. 8?
Break on through to the other side? Assessing the 'Long National Nightmare' division of NHL's non-playoff teams
Which unfortunates join the Buffalo Sabres in the "Long National Nightmare' division of the NHL?
Deja vu all over again: Assessing the 'Groundhog Day' division of NHL's non-playoff teams
In this division, it feels a bit like "Groundhog Day." How could this possibly be happening again? How much longer could this possibly last?
Playoffs improbable? Breaking down teams in NHL's 'Scratch-off' division
Hope springs eternal in the summer for NHL fans who last watched their team play in early April. Could 2024-25 be the season that one of the non-playoff teams from 2023-24 make the postseason?
Maybe next year? Breaking down the 'Puh-leeze' Division of NHL's non-playoff teams
Hope springs eternal in the summer for NHL fans who haven't watched their team play since early April. Could 2024-25 be the season that one of the non-playoff teams from 2023-24 make the postseason?
Three reasons why Rangers went short-term with Ryan Lindgren
For a team with a general manager who said 'nothing' was off the table following a six-game loss to eventual Stanley Cup champion Florida, the Rangers seem to be more focused on roster flexibility than flash.
Rangers need Mika Zibanejad to find his form next season
The pressure is on for New York Rangers star center Mika Zibanejad.
Three NHL teams that used trade deadline to make deep playoff runs
Even in the dog days of summer, the March 2025 trade deadline looms large for teams hopeful of making a deep Stanley Cup Playoff run.
Why Stanley Cup contenders don't need to win July
If your favorite NHL team hasn't made a big splash in free agency in July, that's OK.
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