As the Edmonton Oilers struggle so far in the 2025-26 season, one quiet but potentially huge change from the offseason is getting renewed attention: Paul Coffey is no longer behind the bench. This summer, the Oilers revamped their coaching staff, adding assistant coach Paul McFarland, goalie coach Peter Aubry, and skills coach Conor Allen. Coffey,…
The tough update Bruins didn’t want on Charlie McAvoy
The Boston Bruins were dealt another major blow on Wednesday, announcing that star defenseman Charlie McAvoy has undergone surgery, with no timetable set for his return. *]:mx-auto”><!–> –> The news comes just days after McAvoy took a puck directly to the face midway through the second period of Saturday’s 3–2 win over the Montreal Canadiens….
Stunning developments on waivers on Wednesday!
On Tuesday, two players were placed on waivers in Pittsburgh Penguins forward Philip Tomasino and Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Maxence Guenette were placed on waivers. It was believe that Tomasino would generate some interest on waivers, as he is also a 2019 first-round pick and is still just 24 years old. But no claims were made…
Panthers lose key forward long-term after terrifying barbecue accident
The Florida Panthers received some unexpected injury news on Wednesday. Head coach Paul Maurice confirmed that forward Eetu Luostarinen is expected to be out week-to-week after suffering burns in a barbecue accident. He was reportedly severely burned due to a malfunctioning gas grill. That’s odd and honesty quite scary… *]:mx-auto”><!–> –> The young forward missed…
Trouble brewing in Toronto’s latest trade plans!
The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a rough start to the 2025-26 season, with injuries and losses piling up, and expectations falling short. Amid the early struggles, general manager Brad Treliving met with media on Tuesday to address the franchise’s woes, taking personal responsibility for the team’s underperformance. “We’re not where we want to be,”…
Surprising development in the Oilers’ goaltending saga
The Edmonton Oilers continue to struggle with inconsistent goaltending, and as the season unfolds, the urgency for a solution remains pressing, especially after falling 5-1 to the Sabres in Buffalo on Monday night. Yet according to David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, fans hoping for a major move may need to temper their expectations, because…
NHL’s controversial Mikko Rantanen hit verdict leaves everyone stunned
Word have just come out on Wednesday morning that no supplemental discipline is expected for Dallas Stars forward Mikko Rantanen following a dangerous hit on New York Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov. League officials noted that Romanov’s defensive partner, Scott Mayfield, had made contact with Rantanen just before the collision, a factor that influenced their decision….
OT win overshadowed as Leafs player coughs up blood
The Toronto Maple Leafs might have gotten the much needed two points in a 3-2 overtime win over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night, they were also dealt two injury blows. Ahead of the contest, it was announced that star forward Matthew Knies was out due to injury, and Berube explained postgame that Knies’…
Flames and Hawks explode for 10 misconducts in buzzer-beater mayhem
The Calgary Flames weren’t thrilled to be losing to the Chicago Blackhawks for the second time in 11 days. On Tuesday night, the Flames fell 5-2 and tempers quickly flared at the final buzzer. Calgary is dealing with a tough start to the season and they had enough. The final horn went off and so…
Patrick Roy loses his mind on Mikko Rantanen after dirty hit that takes Romanov out of the game
It’s vintage Patrick Roy in Dallas this evening. The New York Islanders’ coach went absolutely ballistic on Dallas Stars forward Mikko Rantanen and the entire Stars roster after Rantanen took Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov out with a dirty hit. First off, here’s the hit in question: *]:mx-auto”><!–> –> Romanov had a clear play on the…