Don’t Sleep on New York Rangers Prospect Lauri Pajuniemi

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by Russ_Cohen - September 22, 20210

This Finnish right wing was drafted 132nd overall in 2018. The New York Rangers made the selection and so far, he looks like a fifth round steal. Now 22, and in North America, he looks like he could make a quick transition, starting out with the Hartford Wolfpack in the

Carter Hart Is Still a Developing Goalie

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by Russ_Cohen - August 9, 2021August 16, 20210

Goaltenders are different. They have different personalities than most hockey players and their development curve is different. Nobody has had to develop goalies in a bubble or during a pandemic before, so there was no blueprint for that. Hart wasn’t at his best last season, but he’s still only 22

Sean Behrens Has a Lot of Tools Heading into the NHL Draft

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by Russ_Cohen - July 20, 20210

Sean Behrens is a 5-10, 176-pound defenseman who can do a lot of things out on the ice. If teams focus on what he can do, he’s a sure-fire, second-round pick, and maybe a late first. When you couple in the fact that he’s committed to the University of Denver,

William Eklund Is The Most Versatile Forward In The NHL Draft

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by Russ_Cohen - July 3, 2021July 3, 20210

William Eklund is a very talented forward who will go very high in the upcoming 2021 NHL Draft. One of the biggest reasons why is the shortage of potential top-line centers. Could Eklund become just that? “I like both positions. I feel comfortable at both,” Eklund proclaimed. “I think my offense

Rod Brind’Amour is Staying in Carolina, So What’s Next?

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by Russ_Cohen - June 17, 2021June 17, 20210

Carolina Hurricanes general manager had a smile on his face and said the news all Canes fans wanted to hear. “We’ve reached a contract extension (three years) with Rod Brind’Amour. We truly believe we are heading in the right direction.” Brind’Amour is one of the best guys I’ve ever covered as a

Top 2021 NHL Games to Watch From March 8th to 13th

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by Sportsologist - March 8, 20210

NHL Betting News The Vegas Golden Knights are the hottest team in the NHL and the Toronto Maple Leafs have the best record in the NHL. Boston, Washington, Philadelphia, and the New York Rangers are all looking to pick up the level of their play in the crowded East Division. Out west,

Early Stanley Cup Odds Update

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by Sportsologist - January 16, 20210

The NHL is back! After a most unusual 2019-20 season, we're back on the ice again. The league did a fantastic job of holding the playoffs in the bubble last season, so we can only hope that carries over into the new season. This is going to be different from

Dylan Holloway May Change Some Opinions Closer To The 2020 NHL Draft

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by Russ_Cohen - October 4, 2020October 4, 20200

Dylan Holloway starred in the AJHL for the Okotoks Oilers. In his last season where he had 40 goals and 88 points in 53 games. After that, he was off to the University of Wisconsin. Don’t get caught up in his offensive numbers (17 pts in 35 GP) or lack thereof.

Order of Selection for the 2020 NHL Draft™ presented by EA SPORTS NHL21

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by Russ_Cohen - September 29, 20200

NEW YORK (Sept. 29, 2020) -- The National Hockey League announced today the order of selection for the 2020 NHL Draft™ presented by EA SPORTS NHL21, which will be held virtually over two days. Round 1 will take place at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Oct. 6. Rounds 2-7 will begin at

STATEMENT FROM THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYERS’ ASSOCIATION AND NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

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by Russ_Cohen - August 27, 2020August 27, 20200

NEW YORK/TORONTO (Aug. 27, 2020) – After much discussion, NHL Players believe that the best course of action would be to take a step back and not play tonight’s and tomorrow’s games as scheduled. The NHL supports the Players’ decision and will reschedule those four games beginning Saturday and adjust the