A Tale Of Two Franchises Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - November 25, 2025November 25, 20250 There was a time not too long ago that the Detroit Red Wings and New Jersey Devils were perennial Stanley Cup contenders and champions. From 1995-2003, each won three Cups, with Detroit later adding a fourth in 2008. However, good times don’t last forever. Each team remained a constant playoff participant
Justin Faulk Could Be a Nice Trade Deadline Acquisition Hockeyology by Russ_Cohen - November 21, 2025November 21, 20250 One player who could be a big trade deadline acquisition is St. Louis Blues defenseman Justin Faulk. There’s no surprise that the Blues are in the midst of a bad season, and yet, he is enduring and just coming off a two-goal game against the Philadelphia Flyers. “I mean, there's a
Fanatics and NHL Unveil Uniforms for Historic 2026 Discover NHL Winter Classic Hockeyology by Sportsologist - November 19, 2025November 19, 20250 Having written the book on this massive event. I feel like this is an ambitious project, and I love the videos. Check them out. https://www.facebook.com/reel/1843409512985585
Remembering Larry Brooks Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - November 18, 2025November 18, 20250 “I will be back.” Back in October, when The NY Post announced that their Hall of Fame Rangers beat writer and columnist Larry Brooks would be taking a break to deal with a medical issue, I texted him to check in and see if he was alright. He responded that he
Claudio Castagnoli: AEW’s Death Rider And Resident Devils Fan Hockeyology Wrestleology by Matthew Blittner - November 11, 2025November 11, 20250 All Elite Wrestling’s Claudio Castagnoli is a world-renowned, championship-caliber wrestler. His European Uppercuts and iconic Giant Swing maneuvers have helped make him one of the most popular wrestlers on the promotion’s roster. But while the fans usually only see one side of this Swiss Superman in the ring, there’s a
Defense, Defense, Defense Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - November 11, 2025November 11, 20250 Number One in 2025 versus Number Two in 2022. Matthew Schaefer versus Simon Nemec. One’s an 18-year-old rookie. The other’s a 21-year-old in his third NHL season. They can both generate offense, but one is clearly superior in that category. And as for their primary job, defending, each still has
Devils Make A Wish Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - November 9, 2025November 9, 20250 Autumn Saturday afternoons at 12:30pm(ET) are not your typical hockey times. Most people, if they’re into sports, are tuned into college football at that time. However, Saturday, November 8, 2025, was not your typical Autumn afternoon. For three lucky – and we do emphasize the word lucky – kids, thanks to
The Kid Is Alright Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - November 7, 2025November 7, 20250 Arseny Gristyuk versus Ivan Demidov. It’s the first-ever NHL Cruiserweight bout between the two highly touted and gifted rookie right wingers. At one time, they were teammates in The KHL while playing for St. Petersburg. But now, times have changed. Thursday night at Prudential Center, the New Jersey Devils hosted the
Darren McCarty: Cannabis Saved My Life Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - November 6, 2025November 6, 20250 "You saw what I do for a teammate and somebody that I loved, as far as the Lemieux thing on March 26, 1997. Now imagine what I'll do for something that saved my life." – Darren McCarty, Four-Time Stanley Cup Champion. When most people think of former NHLer Darren McCarty, they
Blittner’s Blue Line: The NHL And Syracuse University Come Together For Higher Learning Hockeyology by Matthew Blittner - November 4, 2025November 4, 20250 It’s all about one important thing…EDUCATION! Whether you are a kid going through elementary school, a teenager finding their way through high school, or a young adult seeking a collegiate (or post-grad) degree, education is of the utmost importance. That’s why The National Hockey League and Syracuse University have come together to
