In a game filled with heightened emotions, the Winnipeg Jets emerged victorious with a 4-2 win over the St. Louis Blues. This game held significant meaning for the Jets as it marked their first match without head coach Rick Bowness, who took a temporary leave of absence after his wife, Judy, experienced a seizure. The
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The Edmonton Oilers may see the return of their captain, Connor McDavid, to the lineup for the NHL Heritage Classic outdoor game on Sunday. However, there are doubts about his availability for the games on Tuesday and Thursday this week. Initially, McDavid was expected to be out for one to two weeks with an upper-body
The Winnipeg Jets have announced that head coach Rick Bowness will be taking a leave of absence from the team after his wife, Judy, had a seizure on Sunday evening. This unexpected turn of events means that assistant coach Scott Arniel will step in as the interim coach until Bowness is able to return. The
The Edmonton Oilers suffered a major setback in their game against the Winnipeg Jets as their star player, Connor McDavid, was injured. McDavid’s last shift during the game ended with just 4 minutes and 20 seconds remaining in the third period. Observers noticed him reaching for his side as he rushed up the ice. This
When it comes to Connor Bedard’s home debut with the Chicago Blackhawks, fans are eager to witness the young star in action. The anticipation is so intense that ticket prices have skyrocketed to new heights. According to Vivid Seats, the average ticket sold for Bedard’s first game at the United Center against the Vegas Golden
As the 2023-24 NHL season kicks off, hockey fans are buzzing with excitement over what has been touted as the greatest time in history to be a fan of the sport. And on Tuesday, October 24th, fans are in for a treat like never before – the Frozen Frenzy. This day will see all 32
Leo Carlsson, the highly anticipated second overall pick in the 2023 NHL draft, is set to make his debut for the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday against the Dallas Stars. This Swedish center is part of an exciting group of young players from the 2023 draft class, including the likes of Connor Bedard, Adam Fantilli, and
The Carolina Hurricanes suffered a significant setback in their recent game against the San Jose Sharks, as center Sebastian Aho was sidelined with an upper-body injury. Aho’s absence was felt throughout the game, leaving a noticeable void in the team’s lineup. The injury, which Aho apparently sustained in the previous game against the Anaheim Mighty
Buffalo, NY – The Tampa Bay Lightning will have to face the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday night without their captain, Steven Stamkos. Stamkos is sidelined with a lower-body injury and will be missing his second consecutive game. Coach Jon Cooper confirmed Stamkos’s absence, stating that he is currently listed as day to day. Stamkos sustained
Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach is expected to be out for a significant amount of time due to an injury sustained during a recent game against the Chicago Blackhawks. The 22-year-old player was hit by Blackhawks defenseman Jarred Tinordi in the first period and was subsequently sent into the Chicago bench. The exact nature of
In a thrilling contest, the Carolina Hurricanes managed to secure a narrow 6-5 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night. The Hurricanes started off strong, quickly establishing a three-goal lead, only to see it slip away as the Kings fought back with determination. The outcome was ultimately decided in the ninth round of
The Chicago Blackhawks entered a new era of hockey with the acquisition of Connor Bedard, the highly-touted prospect from the 2023 NHL draft. Bedard’s professional career has already shown promising signs, with an assist in his debut game and a goal in the following match. As we delve into the key moments of his rookie
The Colorado Avalanche have made a significant move to solidify their defense by re-signing defenseman Devon Toews to a seven-year contract. With an annual salary of $7.25 million, this deal ensures the Avalanche can continue to rely on their top defensive pairing of Toews and Cale Makar for the next few seasons. The acquisition of
In the midst of celebrating the start of the Boston Bruins’ 100th season, hockey fans witnessed a significant moment in the career of Chicago Blackhawks phenom Connor Bedard. Bedard scored his first career NHL goal during the game against the Bruins, taking another early step towards joining hockey greats like Bobby Orr and Phil Esposito.
Former NHL executive Brian Burke has expressed his strong criticism of the league’s recent decision to ban players from using rainbow-colored stick tape in support of the LGBTQ+ community. In a statement shared on social media, Burke, who now serves as the president of the PWHL players’ association, argues that this ban removes meaningful support
The 2023-24 NHL season is set to begin with many thrilling matchups and high-stakes competitions. As the puck drops, fans, experts, and analysts eagerly anticipate everything from division winners to individual award recipients. The ESPN hockey family has gathered to share their predictions, generating buzz and excitement among hockey enthusiasts. In this article, we will
The Winnipeg Jets made a significant announcement on Monday, as they revealed that Mark Scheifele and Connor Hellebuyck had both signed seven-year contract extensions. These extensions, worth an average annual value of $8.5 million, ensure that the franchise cornerstones will remain with the Jets for the foreseeable future. It is a crucial move for the
The Ottawa Senators were hoping to have center Josh Norris back in their lineup for the start of the season following his extended absence due to a shoulder injury. Unfortunately, it seems that Norris will not be ready in time for the season opener against the Carolina Hurricanes. This news comes as a disappointment to