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3 Reasons the Maple Leafs Got Worse This Offseason
The Toronto Maple Leafs did some good things this offseason, but they did not get better. It’s easy to say that criticism follows the Maple Leafs from everywhere in the…
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Revisiting the Canadiens’ Trade for Mike Matheson
When Kent Hughes took over as general manager of the Montreal Canadiens, one of his first objectives was to reshape an aging roster while adding players who fit the team’s…
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Grading Blackhawks’ 5-Year Extension for Connor Bedard
The Chicago Blackhawks have finally extended their franchise forward, Connor Bedard, giving him a new five-year deal worth $15 million annually. 𝐄 𝐗 𝐓 𝐄 𝐍 𝐃 𝐄 𝐃 🏠…
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3 Canucks’ Breakout Candidates for 2026-27
After finally embracing a rebuild, the Vancouver Canucks will be looking for a new core of players to lead them into the next era. Right now, no one has really…
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Reasons for Optimism & Pessimism for Lightning’s 2026-27 Season
The Tampa Bay Lightning have begun the latest phase of preparing for the 2026-27 season. As usual, there is a reason to be optimistic about the upcoming season. This is…
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Maple Leafs’ Odd Post Has Fans Buzzing About a Possible Reunion
Sometimes, a team’s social media account drops a teaser, one that has the fanbase wondering if something is coming that the organization hasn’t revealed in a press release. On Saturday,…
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Canucks Fans’ Perfect 2031 Plan: Build a Team Connor Bedard Wants to Join
Sometimes a hockey fan base doesn’t wait for a rumour. It creates a dream. That happened this week when news broke that Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks had agreed…
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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Knies’ Value Established & Canadiens’ Schedule Advantage
The Toronto Maple Leafs‘ offseason continues to produce plenty of conversation, even without a major blockbuster trade happening every week. Under new general manager John Chayka, the organization has been…